Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i5-12400F + AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers a playable experience in Undisputed, though the data reveals a system that is clearly GPU-bound at higher resolutions. This combination sits at rank 1210 out of 1580 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the test pool. The measured FPS across resolutions and settings shows a wide performance envelope, from a demanding 41.1 FPS at 4K Ultra to a fluid 226.9 FPS at 1080p Low. Understanding where this combo excels—and where it struggles—requires dissecting how each component contributes to the final frame rate.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings, indicating that the Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 134.3 FPS at 1080p to 95.8 FPS at 1440p, then plummets to 61.7 FPS at 4K. That represents a 54% reduction from 1080p to 4K, a scaling pattern typical of a GPU that is saturated by the increased resolution workload.

The Medium preset tells a similar story: 162.8 FPS at 1080p drops to 118.1 FPS at 1440p and further to 74.6 FPS at 4K. Low settings show the least dramatic scaling, with 226.9 FPS at 1080p falling to 165.7 FPS at 1440p and 104.6 FPS at 4K—still a 54% drop overall. Ultra settings are the most punishing, with 89.6 FPS at 1080p collapsing to 41.1 FPS at 4K, a 54% reduction that mirrors the other presets.

This consistent proportional decline across all four settings strongly suggests the GPU is the bottleneck at every resolution, not just at 4K. The CPU's role becomes more prominent at lower resolutions and settings, but the data shows the RX 5700 XT's compute resources are what govern performance as resolution scales. The 4K results, particularly the sub-60 FPS figures at High and Ultra, indicate that this combo is only viable at 4K when using Low or Medium settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, built on the RDNA 1.0 architecture with a 7 nm process, provides 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. Its 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is a crucial asset for Undisputed, a game that seems to demand substantial texture throughput given the frame rates observed. The GPU's boost clock of 1905 MHz and game clock of 1755 MHz drive its 9.754 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, which translates to the measured performance across the preset ladder.

The GPU's 2560 shading units and 160 texture mapping units handle the game's rendering workload, but the data reveals clear limits. At 4K Ultra, the combo delivers only 41.1 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay in a sports title. The Radeon RX 5700 XT's percentile ranking of 68 among all GPUs places it in the upper-mid range, yet its nearest rivals—the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1), Intel Arc A350M (deltaPct 0.3), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (deltaPct 0.6)—show it is competitive with mobile-class parts rather than desktop powerhouses.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, as evidenced by the strong frame rates at those resolutions. However, the 4K Ultra result suggests that memory capacity or bandwidth begins to strain under maximum load. The GPU's 121.9 GPixel/s pixel rate and 304.8 GTexel/s texture rate provide raw throughput, but the 4K numbers indicate these resources are maxed out when combined with Ultra settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake family, running at a 2.50 GHz base clock and boosting to 4.40 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support provide a solid foundation for feeding the GPU. The CPU's benchmark results—including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16518 and single-core score of 2332—show it is a capable mid-range part that should not bottleneck the RX 5700 XT in most scenarios.

The data supports this assumption: at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 226.9 FPS, which is high enough that the CPU's per-core performance becomes relevant. The single-thread score of 909 in 3DMark and Passmark single-thread score of 3481 indicate the i5-12400F can sustain high frame rates without becoming the limiting factor. The CPU's percentile ranking of 77 among all processors, with nearest rivals like the Intel Core i7-8700K (deltaPct 0.1) and AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS (deltaPct -0.7), positions it as a mainstream performer that pairs well with the GPU.

However, the 1080p Low result of 226.9 FPS versus the 1440p Low result of 165.7 FPS shows that the CPU is not the primary constraint at higher resolutions. Even at 1080p, the scaling from Low to Ultra (226.9 to 89.6 FPS) indicates the GPU is the dominant factor. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 10 nm process node suggest efficient operation, but the game's demands are clearly graphics-heavy.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience. At 1080p, Medium settings deliver 162.8 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay and represents a 21% improvement over High settings (134.3 FPS) with presumably minimal visual difference. For players seeking maximum visual fidelity, Ultra at 1080p still achieves 89.6 FPS, which is playable if not ideal for competitive play.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 118.1 FPS is the sweet spot, offering high frame rates while maintaining quality. High settings at 95.8 FPS are also viable, but the 1440p Ultra result of 61.4 FPS dips into territory where motion clarity may suffer in a fast-paced sports game. The 4K results are more constrained: Medium at 74.6 FPS is the best balance, while High at 61.7 FPS is borderline and Ultra at 41.1 FPS is not recommended for serious play.

The Low preset consistently delivers the highest frame rates—226.9 FPS at 1080p, 165.7 FPS at 1440p, and 104.6 FPS at 4K—but at the cost of visual quality. The data suggests that Medium is the optimal choice for most users, providing a 59% frame rate improvement over Ultra at 1080p and a 60% improvement at 1440p, while still delivering a visually acceptable experience.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?

A: Yes, but only at Medium or Low settings. The 4K Medium result is 74.6 FPS, while 4K High drops to 61.7 FPS and 4K Ultra falls to 41.1 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Medium at 118.1 FPS offers the best balance, as High delivers 95.8 FPS and Ultra drops to 61.4 FPS. Low achieves 165.7 FPS but sacrifices visual quality.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is consistent across all settings, with a 54% reduction, which points to the RX 5700 XT being saturated.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems?

A: It ranks 1210 out of 1580 combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier. The GPU's percentile is 68 while the CPU's is 77, showing the GPU is the weaker component.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p Ultra?

A: The measured average is 89.6 FPS, which is playable but significantly lower than the 162.8 FPS achieved at Medium settings.

Q: Are the frame rates stable across resolutions?

A: The data shows no min or max FPS values, only averages. The consistent scaling pattern suggests predictable performance, but stability cannot be confirmed from the available measurements.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 226.9 FPS on Low, 162.8 FPS on Medium, 134.3 FPS on High, and 89.6 FPS on Ultra. These figures show a wide range, with Low providing 153% more performance than Ultra.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop to 165.7 FPS on Low, 118.1 FPS on Medium, 95.8 FPS on High, and 61.4 FPS on Ultra. The 1440p results maintain the same relative ordering but with a consistent reduction of approximately 27% from 1080p across all settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance is 104.6 FPS on Low, 74.6 FPS on Medium, 61.7 FPS on High, and 41.1 FPS on Ultra. The 4K figures show a further 37% reduction from 1440p, confirming the GPU's diminishing capability as resolution increases.

The delta between Medium and High is consistent: 28.5 FPS at 1080p, 22.3 FPS at 1440p, and 12.9 FPS at 4K. This narrowing gap suggests that the GPU's resource limits are approached more quickly at higher resolutions, making the setting choice less impactful at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination ranks 1210 out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the 23rd percentile of the test pool. The ranking reflects the system's overall capability, which is constrained by the GPU's mid-range status (percentile 68) relative to the CPU's stronger standing (percentile 77).

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks—the Intel Core i7-8700K (deltaPct 0.1), Intel Core i5-1335U (deltaPct 0.3), and AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS (deltaPct -0.7)—show it is competitive with older high-end and newer mid-range parts. The GPU's nearest rivals, including the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1) and Intel Arc A350M (deltaPct 0.3), demonstrate that the RX 5700 XT performs comparably to mobile workstation parts.

The rank of 1210 out of 1580 suggests that while this combo is not at the bottom, it is outperformed by a significant majority of tested systems. The measured FPS data shows it can handle Undisputed at 1080p and 1440p with high frame rates on Medium settings, but the 4K Ultra result of 41.1 FPS is a clear limitation. The data implies that this is a competent 1080p/1440p gaming setup that should not be pushed beyond its limits at 4K.