Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers an exceptional experience in Undisputed, ranking in the top 20% of all tested combinations. The data shows a pairing capable of crushing even the most demanding 4K Ultra settings, with the primary challenge being the sheer headroom available at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT secures a rank of 735 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places the pairing in the top 20% of all configurations, a strong result that reflects the high ceiling of the GPU and the solid foundation provided by the CPU. Benchmark results indicate that this is a high-end setup where the graphics card is the primary driver of performance, but the processor is more than capable of keeping up.

The CPU itself sits in the 79th percentile when compared to all processors, with an average benchmark score of 27799. Its closest rivals include the Intel Core i9-10900K, which scores 27872 (a negligible -0.3% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which scores 27896 (-0.3%). This places the i5-12600KF in a performance tier that is statistically indistinguishable from these heavyweights, confirming that its 10 cores and 16 threads are not a bottleneck in this title. The processor's multithreaded might is evident in its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23391, while its single-core strength is shown by a score of 3302 in the same test.

On the graphics side, the RX 7900 XT posts an average benchmark score of 13745, placing it in the 55th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon 660M (score 13812, -0.5%) and the NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile (score 13821, -0.5%). While these delta percentages appear small, they are against a mix of mobile and lower-tier desktop parts, highlighting that the RX 7900 XT’s raw score is its defining feature. The game’s measured FPS data, however, tells a far more compelling story than the synthetic benchmark averages. The combination’s rank is driven by this specific game's engine, where the GPU's 20 GB of memory and high bandwidth prove decisive.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, exceptionally well. At 3840x2160, the combo achieves an average of 110 FPS on High settings and 71 FPS on Ultra. Even at the most demanding 4K Ultra preset, the framerate remains comfortably playable.

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

A: For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 112 FPS, making it the optimal choice for high-refresh-rate monitors. If you have a 240 Hz display, the High preset at 174 FPS or even the Medium preset at 210 FPS will fully utilize the display's capabilities.

Q: How does the CPU's core count affect performance in this game?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has 10 cores and 16 threads. Its performance is strong, as evidenced by a 3dmark_max_threads score of 7952, ensuring it does not bottleneck the GPU in this sports title, even at lower resolutions where the CPU load is higher.

Q: Is the RX 7900 XT a good match for the i5-12600KF in this game?

A: Yes, the pairing is well-balanced. At 1080p, the CPU is the limiting factor, but the GPU’s power still results in 155 FPS on Ultra. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver, and the CPU has sufficient headroom to support it.

Q: What kind of performance can I expect on Low settings?

A: The Low preset produces extremely high framerates. At 1920x1080, it reaches an average of 404 FPS, and even at 4K, it maintains an average of 185 FPS. This preset is useful for competitive play or for users with very high refresh rate displays.

Q: Does the game favor the GPU or CPU more in this configuration?

A: The bottleneck shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the CPU is the limiting factor, as shown by the smaller FPS gap between settings. At 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, with a significant drop in FPS from High to Ultra settings.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings preset depends entirely on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 4K displays, the High preset at an average of 110 FPS is the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, offering a smooth experience on standard 60 Hz panels. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 71 FPS, which is still playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset at 133 FPS is a solid alternative for those seeking higher frame rates without sacrificing too much visual quality.

For 1440p, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation, delivering an average of 112 FPS. This provides the best visual experience while remaining well above the 60 FPS threshold. For users with high refresh rate monitors (144 Hz or 165 Hz), the High preset at 174 FPS is an excellent choice, and the Medium preset at 210 FPS can push even higher frame rates for competitive play.

At 1080p, the data shows the CPU becomes the primary bottleneck, but the GPU still provides tremendous performance. The Ultra preset runs at 155 FPS, which is perfect for 144 Hz monitors. For 240 Hz displays, the High preset at 240 FPS is the sweet spot, while the Medium preset at 290 FPS offers even more headroom. The Low preset, at 404 FPS, is only necessary for the most extreme high-refresh-rate displays (360 Hz or higher) and provides a significant competitive advantage if the display can keep up.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. Starting at 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates immense power. On Low settings, the average FPS is 404. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 290 FPS, with a minimum of 247 FPS and a maximum of 334 FPS. High settings yield an average of 240 FPS, while Ultra settings bring the average down to 155 FPS. This shows that even at the highest 1080p preset, the framerate is exceptionally high.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains outstanding. The Low preset delivers an average of 292 FPS. The Medium preset averages 210 FPS, with a minimum of 178 FPS and a maximum of 241 FPS. High settings produce an average of 174 FPS. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still manages a very respectable average of 112 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for the combo, offering a great balance between visual quality and high frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to show its limits, but performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 185 FPS, which is still incredibly high for 4K. The Medium preset averages 133 FPS, with a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 153 FPS. High settings deliver an average of 110 FPS, which is ideal for a smooth 4K experience. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 71 FPS, which is still playable but shows the performance cost of maximum settings at this resolution. The data clearly shows that the combo is capable of 4K gaming, though users must choose between higher frame rates and higher visual fidelity.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K reveal a classic shift in system bottleneck. At 1080p, the framerates are extraordinarily high, with the Low preset hitting 404 FPS and Ultra at 155 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a moderate drop; for example, High settings drop from 240 FPS to 174 FPS, a reduction of about 27%. This indicates that the CPU is still a significant factor at 1080p, as the GPU has enough power to render frames faster than the CPU can process them.

The drop from 1440p to 4K is more pronounced. On High settings, the average FPS goes from 174 at 1440p to 110 at 4K, a reduction of about 37%. On Ultra settings, the drop is from 112 FPS to 71 FPS, a reduction of about 37% as well. This larger percentage drop when moving to 4K strongly suggests that the GPU is now the primary limiting component. The RX 7900 XT is working much harder to fill the increased pixel count.

This scaling behavior is typical for a high-end CPU and GPU pairing. At 1080p, the 10-core i5-12600KF can become a limiting factor, but not to the point of causing poor performance. At 4K, the GPU’s rendering power is the deciding factor. The data indicates that for this game, the i5-12600KF provides a solid foundation that allows the RX 7900 XT to stretch its legs, and the performance ceiling is dictated by the graphics card at higher resolutions.

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. Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 20 MB L3 cache. This CPU has a TDP of 125 W and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role is to feed the powerful GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates. The 3dmark benchmarks show its capability: a single-thread score of 1016, a 2-thread score of 1995, and a 4-thread score of 3806. These scores indicate strong single-core performance, which is often crucial for game physics and AI. The multithreaded scores, such as 6128 for 8 threads and 7952 for max threads, demonstrate that the processor can handle the game's background tasks and any additional workload without issue.

The data from the measured FPS reinforces that the i5-12600KF is not a bottleneck in this pairing. At 1080p, the framerates are exceptionally high across all settings, suggesting the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's output. Even at 4K, where the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, the CPU’s performance is sufficient to avoid causing frame drops. The CPU's percentile rank of 79 and its average benchmark score of 27799, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i9-10900K and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, confirm that it offers top-tier processing power that complements the RX 7900 XT perfectly in this sports title.