Undisputed

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT lands at rank 1014 out of 1580 tested combinations in Undisputed. That places this setup firmly in the lower-middle tier of the database, suggesting that while it can run the game, it is not optimized for the highest-end experience. The percentile data reinforces this: the CPU sits at the 84th percentile among all processors, while the GPU is at the 72nd percentile among all graphics cards. When both are combined, the ranking drops significantly, which implies that the pairing may be bottlenecked by the GPU in this specific title.

The CPU alone is a strong performer, with an average benchmark score of 27827. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, scores 27829, a delta of 0 percent — essentially a dead heat. The i5-12600K is a hair behind at 27851 (-0.1%), and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H trails by 0.2%. The only rival that scores higher is the Intel Core i7-13700H at 27716, but that is a 0.4% advantage, which is negligible in real-world terms. This tells us the processor is not the weak link here.

On the GPU side, the RX 6650 XT posts an average benchmark score of 29024. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, scores 29011 (0% delta), while the RX 470 is essentially tied at 28996 (0.1%). The Intel Arc A370M and RX Vega M GH both score slightly higher, at 29175 (-0.5%) and 29197 (-0.6%) respectively. These deltas are so small that the GPU is performing exactly as expected for its class.

What is curious is how the combo rank (1014/1580) does not reflect the individual strengths of the components. The data suggests that Undisputed may be more demanding on the GPU than the CPU, or that the game's engine does not scale well with this particular hardware configuration. The measured FPS numbers, which we will break down shortly, are the real story here.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Undisputed?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 yields the highest frame rates across all settings, with Low hitting 241 FPS and High reaching 143.7 FPS. At 2560x1440, the numbers drop but remain playable, with High at 105.8 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low (108.1 FPS) and Medium (79.5 FPS) are above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1080p?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 94 FPS, while High averages 143.7 FPS. That is a difference of roughly 50 FPS, which is substantial for a competitive sports title. The data indicates that the visual fidelity gain from High to Ultra comes at a steep performance cost.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: Benchmark results indicate the CPU is a top-tier performer relative to its rivals, but the combo rank drops to 1014 out of 1580. This suggests the GPU is likely the bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions where the RX 6650 XT's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit bus may struggle.

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

A: At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset only manages 39.4 FPS, which is below the playability threshold. Low and Medium settings are playable, at 108.1 and 79.5 FPS respectively, but High dips to 67.7 FPS. The data suggests 4K is possible but requires significant settings compromises.

Q: How does the i5-12600KF compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-12600KF scores 27827 on average, which is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i7-13700H (27716) and a 0% delta from the Intel Core i9-10900K (27829). The performance is effectively identical across these CPUs.

Q: What is the frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p on High settings?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 143.7 at 1920x1080 to 105.8 at 2560x1440. That is a reduction of about 26%, indicating a clear scaling penalty as resolution increases.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a desktop-class chip with an unlocked multiplier, which allows for overclocking potential, though the measured data here does not explore that.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-12600KF shines in multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 23444, and Geekbench multicore reaches 12373. Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3309 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3925. These numbers place it in the top 84th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outpaces the vast majority of processors on the market.

However, in Undisputed, the CPU's role appears secondary. The game is a sports title, and the measured FPS at 1080p Low (241 FPS) suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at lower resolutions. As resolution increases, the FPS drops, which points to the GPU taking on more of the workload. The CPU's nearest rivals — the i9-10900K and i5-12600K — score nearly identically, reinforcing that this processor is not the source of any performance bottleneck in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this combo performs across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an impressive 241 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can show. Medium drops to 170.3 FPS, and High settles at 143.7 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 94 FPS, which is still smooth but a noticeable step down.

Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers scale down proportionally. Low averages 171.3 FPS, Medium hits 122.1 FPS, and High manages 105.8 FPS. Ultra drops to 67.2 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold for comfortable play. The pattern holds: each settings tier costs roughly 20-30% performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. Low averages 108.1 FPS, which is playable, but Medium falls to 79.5 FPS. High drops further to 67.7 FPS, and Ultra plummets to 39.4 FPS, which is not a smooth experience for a fast-paced sports game. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is out of reach for this combo.

Resolution Scaling

The scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals where the bottleneck lies. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 241 at 1920x1080 to 171.3 at 2560x1440, and then to 108.1 at 3840x2160. That is a 55% reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is steep but not catastrophic. At High settings, the drop is from 143.7 to 105.8 to 67.7 FPS, a 53% reduction.

The interesting case is Ultra. From 94 FPS at 1080p, it drops to 67.2 at 1440p, and then to 39.4 at 4K. That is a 58% reduction, indicating that the Ultra preset is particularly demanding on the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources. The RX 6650 XT has 8 GB of VRAM and a 280.3 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is modest for 4K workloads.

The percentage drops suggest that the GPU is the primary limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect the FPS to remain relatively flat as resolution increases, but the data shows a consistent decline. This aligns with the combo's low rank of 1014 out of 1580 — the CPU has headroom, but the GPU cannot keep up at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data points to 1920x1080 with the High preset. At 143.7 FPS, this setting offers a smooth, responsive experience without the steep performance penalty of Ultra. The jump from High to Ultra costs roughly 35% of the frame rate, which is a significant trade-off for what is likely a marginal visual improvement.

If a higher resolution is desired, 2560x1440 with Medium settings provides 122.1 FPS, which is a good balance of visual quality and performance. High at 1440p drops to 105.8 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium offers a safer margin for maintaining a stable frame rate during intense gameplay moments.

At 3840x2160, the recommendation is Low or Medium. Low hits 108.1 FPS, which is smooth, while Medium manages 79.5 FPS. High dips to 67.7 FPS, which is borderline, and Ultra at 39.4 FPS is not recommended for a game that requires quick reactions. The data suggests that players should prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity on this hardware.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, with 32 ray accelerators. The GPU has a base clock of 2055 MHz, a game clock of 2410 MHz, and a boost clock of 2635 MHz. It is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 280.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 17166 in Passmark G3D and 109922 in Geekbench Metal. Its average benchmark score is 29024, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals — the RX 6800M, RX 470, Arc A370M, and RX Vega M GH — all score within 0.6% of each other, indicating that this GPU is performing exactly as expected for its class.

In Undisputed, the GPU's role is decisive. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (39.4 FPS) is a clear sign that the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are insufficient for the highest settings at that resolution. Even at 1440p Ultra, the GPU only manages 67.2 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that the RX 6650 XT is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p with Medium or High settings, where it can deliver frame rates well above the playability threshold.