Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i5-12600KF + AMD Radeon RX 7600

This pairing of an Intel Core i5-12600KF with an AMD Radeon RX 7600 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p boxing experience in Undisputed, though 4K Ultra demands more than this GPU can comfortably provide. The data shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets, with the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads proving more than sufficient for this sports title at every tested setting. The RX 7600, built on RDNA 3.0 with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution climbs, while the i5-12600KF's strong single-thread performance keeps frame rates high at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how dramatically resolution impacts this combo in Undisputed. At 1080p Low, the system produces 232.2 FPS, but stepping up to 1440p Low drops that to 169.5 FPS, and 4K Low further reduces it to 106.4 FPS. That represents a 54% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, indicating the GPU is increasingly stressed as pixel count grows.

The scaling pattern becomes more pronounced at higher presets. At High settings, the transition from 1080p (139.6 FPS) to 1440p (103.1 FPS) costs about 26% performance, while moving to 4K (62.1 FPS) cuts another 40% off the 1440p figure. This non-linear drop suggests the RX 7600's 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1440p but strained at 4K, particularly with the more demanding visual features enabled.

Ultra settings amplify the resolution penalty further. The 1080p Ultra result of 90.4 FPS falls to 62.8 FPS at 1440p, then plummets to 41 FPS at 4K. That 4K Ultra figure is barely playable, and the gap between 1440p and 4K at Ultra (a 35% drop) is larger than the gap between 1080p and 1440p (a 31% drop). This indicates that at 4K Ultra, the GPU is completely saturated, with the 2048 shading units and 64 ROPs unable to keep pace with the rendering load.

The limiting component shifts based on resolution. At 1080p Low, the 232.2 FPS result suggests the CPU is doing heavy lifting, with the i5-12600KF's boost clock of 4.90 GHz and strong single-thread score of 1016 in 3dmark providing ample headroom. By 4K Ultra, the GPU's 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is the clear constraint, as frame rates collapse to 41 FPS regardless of the CPU's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p displays, Ultra settings at 90.4 FPS deliver a smooth experience with maximum visual fidelity. The data shows only a 13% performance gap between High and Ultra at 1080p, making Ultra the obvious choice for most players with 60 Hz monitors. Even those with 144 Hz displays can consider High settings at 139.6 FPS, which nearly hits that refresh target.

At 1440p, High settings at 103.1 FPS strike the best balance. Ultra drops to 62.8 FPS, which is playable but leaves little margin for drops in busy scenes. Medium at 119.7 FPS offers a strong alternative for competitive play, while Low at 169.5 FPS maximizes frame rate at the cost of visual quality. The 1440p High result of 103.1 FPS comfortably exceeds 60 FPS, making it the recommended preset for this resolution.

4K presents a more constrained picture. High settings at 62.1 FPS barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, but any demanding scene could push it below. Medium at 73.7 FPS provides more headroom while sacrificing some visual polish. Low at 106.4 FPS is the only preset that offers substantial margin at 4K, but it undermines the purpose of high-resolution gaming. Ultra at 41 FPS should be avoided entirely for gameplay, as the frame rate falls well below acceptable smoothness.

The practical recommendation is clear: 1080p Ultra for maximum quality, 1440p High for the best balance of visuals and performance, and 4K Medium or Low depending on whether visual fidelity or frame rate matters more.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF brings 10 cores and 16 threads from the Alder Lake-S architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its 20 MB shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provide solid foundations for gaming workloads. In Undisputed, the CPU's role varies by resolution and preset, but the data indicates it is rarely the limiting factor.

At 1080p Low with 232.2 FPS, the CPU is clearly keeping pace with the GPU's output. The i5-12600KF's 3dmark single-thread score of 1016 and 16-thread score of 7956 demonstrate strong per-core performance that suits a sports title like Undisputed, which typically relies on fewer threads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23444 further confirms the CPU's capability, though such high multi-threaded workloads are unlikely in this game.

The CPU's 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27827, places it near the Intel Core i9-10900K (27829, 0% delta) and Intel Core i5-12600K (27851, -0.1% delta). This indicates the 12600KF performs essentially identically to its K-suffix sibling, with the unlocked multiplier allowing overclocking headroom for those who want more.

As resolution increases, the CPU's influence diminishes. At 4K Ultra, the 41 FPS result is entirely GPU-bound, with the RX 7600's pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s insufficient for the 8.3 million pixels at 3840x2160. The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide no advantage here, as the rendering pipeline is saturated before CPU processing becomes relevant.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this CPU-GPU combination ranks 1071 out of 1580 tested combos for Undisputed. That places it in the lower third of all pairings, which reflects the RX 7600's mid-range positioning rather than any deficiency in the i5-12600KF. The GPU's 63rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20258, shows it is a capable but not top-tier part.

The GPU's nearest rivals illustrate its standing. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT scores 20146 (0.6% lower), while the AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 20088 (0.8% lower). Interestingly, the RX 7600 outperforms both of these in average score, yet sits just below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, -1.3%) and Intel Arc B570 (20556, -1.5%). This clustering around the 20000-20500 mark shows the RX 7600 is competitive within its class but not a standout.

The combo rank of 1071 out of 1580 suggests that while this pairing is fully capable of running Undisputed well at 1080p and 1440p, there are many faster combinations available. The 4K Ultra result of 41 FPS is the main drag on the ranking, as higher-end GPUs would push that figure well above 60 FPS. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, however, this combo delivers performance that competes with systems ranked much higher.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K 60 FPS?

A: Only at Low settings, where it achieves 106.4 FPS. High settings produce 62.1 FPS, which is close to 60 but leaves little headroom. Medium reaches 73.7 FPS, while Ultra falls to 41 FPS.

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

A: High at 103.1 FPS offers the best experience, providing smooth gameplay with good visual quality. Ultra drops to 62.8 FPS, while Medium offers 119.7 FPS for those prioritizing frame rate.

Q: How does the i5-12600KF compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: It matches the Intel Core i9-10900K with a 0% delta in average benchmark score, and trails the Intel Core i5-12600K by just -0.1%. It also sits close to the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H (-0.2%) and Intel Core i7-13700H (0.4%).

Q: Is 8 GB of VRAM on the RX 7600 enough for this game?

A: The data shows it handles 1080p and 1440p well across all presets. At 4K, performance drops significantly at Ultra (41 FPS), suggesting VRAM capacity or bandwidth becomes a limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with this combo?

A: Low settings deliver 232.2 FPS, Medium 163.3 FPS, High 139.6 FPS, and Ultra 90.4 FPS. All presets comfortably exceed 90 FPS at 1080p.

Q: How does the GPU rank against other graphics cards?

A: The RX 7600 sits at the 63rd percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 20258. It outperforms the RX 7600 XT by 0.6% and RX 460 by 0.8%, while trailing the RTX 3070 Mobile by -1.3% and Arc B570 by -1.5%.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest results across all presets. Low settings produce 232.2 FPS average, while Medium reaches 163.3 FPS and High hits 139.6 FPS. Ultra settings still manage 90.4 FPS, making 1080p the most versatile resolution for this pairing, with every preset exceeding 90 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are noticeable but manageable. Low settings yield 169.5 FPS, Medium 119.7 FPS, and High 103.1 FPS. Ultra falls to 62.8 FPS, which remains playable but shows the GPU's limitations at higher pixel counts with maximum settings.

At 3840x2160, the RX 7600 struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings achieve 106.4 FPS, Medium 73.7 FPS, and High 62.1 FPS. Ultra drops to 41 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The 4K results demonstrate that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring reduced settings for acceptable performance.