Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 delivers a dominant performance in Undisputed, with the measured frame rates showing that this combo is capable of pushing even 4K High settings well past the 60 FPS threshold. The data reveals a system where the RTX 3080 is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while the i5-12400F provides ample headroom to prevent bottlenecks at 1080p and 1440p.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory via a dual-channel bus, and it connects to the system via a Gen 5 PCIe interface with 20 lanes.

In the context of Undisputed, a sports title that does not typically stress high core counts, the i5-12400F's 6 cores and 12 threads are more than sufficient. The benchmark data supports this: at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves a massive 358.5 FPS average. This extreme frame rate at a CPU-sensitive resolution and low graphical load strongly indicates that the processor is not a limiting factor. The CPU's single-thread performance, reflected in a 3DMark single-thread score of 909 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2332, ensures that the game's primary simulation thread has ample processing power. When compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19221, placing it just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-8700K and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-1335U, while being 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS. This indicates that its computational power is highly competitive, but more importantly, it is never the bottleneck in this specific game's scenarios, as evidenced by the high frame rates at lower settings.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is the heavy lifter in this configuration. Built on the Ampere architecture and the GA102 chip, it features 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 760.3 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1440 MHz with a boost clock of 1710 MHz, and it houses 8704 shading units, 272 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. Its 68 RT cores and 272 tensor cores provide hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS, though the measured data for Undisputed does not specify whether these features are active.

The GPU's role becomes clear when examining the frame rate scaling with settings. At 1080p Ultra, the combo delivers 136.5 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, this drops to 65.6 FPS. This 52% performance drop is directly attributable to the GPU's workload increasing with resolution and visual fidelity. The RTX 3080's 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game's demands, as even at 4K Ultra, the average FPS remains playable. The GPU's overall standing is strong, with a percentile rank of 80 among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 35787 is 0.2% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro Duo and 0.9% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE, while being 0.4% lower than the AMD Radeon 880M. This places the RTX 3080 in a high-performance tier, well-suited for the demanding 4K Ultra settings that this game can present.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions clearly illustrates the shift in system bottleneck from the CPU to the GPU. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 358.5 FPS, but at 4K Low, it drops to 163.2 FPS. This is a 54.5% reduction, which is a significant scaling factor. However, the more telling data point is the scaling at Ultra settings. The frame rate drops from 136.5 FPS at 1080p to 99 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 65.6 FPS at 4K. This progression shows a 51.9% reduction from 1080p to 4K, a steep curve that heavily implicates the GPU as the limiting component.

The pattern is unmistakable: as resolution increases, the pixel count grows, placing a greater load on the GPU's shading units and memory subsystem. The RTX 3080, while powerful, is being pushed to its limits at 4K Ultra. Conversely, the CPU's influence diminishes at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the high frame rate suggests the CPU is working hard to feed the GPU, but as the resolution climbs, the GPU's rendering time increases, making the CPU's job easier and less critical. The data shows that this combination is balanced at 1440p, where the frame rates are high on all settings (from 99 FPS on Ultra to 260.5 FPS on Low), indicating that neither component is severely underutilized or overwhelmed.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following is the complete set of measured average frame rates for this combo in Undisputed:

• 1920x1080 (1080p)
• Low: 358.5 FPS
• Medium: 257.8 FPS
• High: 216.1 FPS
• Ultra: 136.5 FPS
• 2560x1440 (1440p)
• Low: 260.5 FPS
• Medium: 188.3 FPS
• High: 152.3 FPS
• Ultra: 99 FPS
• 3840x2160 (4K)
• Low: 163.2 FPS
• Medium: 117 FPS
• High: 98.8 FPS
• Ultra: 65.6 FPS

These numbers show a consistent and expected trend. At 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with even Ultra settings exceeding 136 FPS. At 1440p, the performance remains excellent, with all settings above 99 FPS. At 4K, the performance is still strong, but the Ultra setting dips to 65.6 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. The data indicates that the transition from High to Ultra settings has a notable impact, with the 1080p Ultra (136.5 FPS) being 36.8% lower than 1080p High (216.1 FPS), a pattern that repeats at all resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K with high settings?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average of 98.8 FPS at 4K High settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate this combo can achieve?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 358.5 FPS at 1080p with Low settings.

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

A: At 1080p and 1440p, the CPU provides enough headroom for very high frame rates, but at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor, as evidenced by the significant FPS drop on Ultra settings.

Q: How does the RTX 3080 compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 3080's average benchmark score of 35787 is 0.2% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro Duo's score of 35860, but 0.9% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE's score of 36101.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p Ultra and 1440p Ultra?

A: The average frame rate drops from 136.5 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 99 FPS at 1440p Ultra, a 27.5% decrease.

Q: Is the i5-12400F's performance competitive with its peers?

A: Yes. Its average benchmark score of 19221 is nearly identical to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-8700K, which scores 19210, showing a delta of just 0.1%.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 136.5 FPS, which is more than enough for high-refresh-rate monitors. The High preset at 1080p offers 216.1 FPS, which is excessive for most displays and sacrifices visual quality for frame rates that are likely beyond the monitor's capabilities.

At 1440p, the High preset is the recommended option. It provides an average of 152.3 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate 1440p displays, while maintaining a high level of visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 1440p, with an average of 99 FPS, is also a viable option for users who prioritize visual quality over maximum frame rate, as 99 FPS is still very smooth. For 4K, the High preset is the sweet spot, delivering 98.8 FPS. This provides a premium visual experience with frame rates that are well above the 60 FPS target. The Ultra preset at 4K, at 65.6 FPS, is playable but may be subject to slight dips in more demanding scenes, making High the safer and better-balanced recommendation for a consistent experience.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 holds a rank of 495 out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the top 31.3% of all system configurations tested, which is a strong result given the game's relatively modest system requirements. The high rank confirms the balanced nature of this pairing, where the CPU's solid multi-core and single-core performance ensures it never holds back the GPU, and the GPU's substantial power allows for high frame rates even at 4K. While it is not the absolute top-tier combination, the performance data shows that it outranks a significant majority of other configurations, making it a highly capable and well-rounded choice for this title. The fact that it achieves over 98 FPS at 4K High and over 136 FPS at 1080p Ultra confirms that this rank is well-earned and reflects a system that can deliver a superior gaming experience across all standard resolutions.