Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 delivers a robust experience in Undisputed, with the data indicating a system that scales predictably across resolutions. The benchmark results show that this combination is capable of high refresh-rate play at 1080p and remains very playable at 4K, with the CPU proving to be a strong partner for the GPU. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS to understand the performance characteristics of this specific hardware pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent performance decline as resolution increases, which is typical for a system where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher pixel counts. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 353.3 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops this to 254.9 FPS, a reduction of 98.4 FPS, and then to 160.5 FPS at 4K, a further drop of 94.4 FPS. This scaling pattern indicates that at lower resolutions, the system is heavily CPU-bound, allowing the GPU to work at its fastest pace.

The trend becomes more pronounced at higher graphical presets. At High settings, the frame rate goes from 210.4 FPS at 1080p to 152.5 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 96.9 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 4K at High settings is 113.5 FPS, which is a significant 54% reduction. This larger percentage drop at higher settings confirms that as the graphical load increases, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 becomes the limiting factor, as it has to process a substantially larger number of pixels with more complex shading. The data suggests that the Core i5-12600KF has sufficient headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions, but the GPU's workload dominates the performance equation as resolution scales.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep on the Ultra preset, where the average frame rate plummets from 99.5 FPS to 59.8 FPS. This indicates that the Ultra preset's demands at 4K place an immense load on the GPU's compute and memory subsystems. The consistent halving of performance from 1080p to 4K at Low settings (353.3 to 160.5 FPS) further reinforces that this is a GPU-limited scenario, as the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck at these high frame rates. The data shows a system that is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, with 4K performance depending heavily on the chosen settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is the central component in determining the frame rates at higher resolutions and settings. The GPU’s specifications, including 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth, provide the necessary resources for high-resolution textures and data throughput. The boost clock of 2520 MHz and the game clock of 2070 MHz are the operating frequencies that drive the 3584 shading units to produce the measured results. The data shows that the GPU's performance scales as expected with the demands of the game.

The VRAM capacity of 16 GB is more than sufficient for the resolutions tested, as there are no signs of performance degradation that would indicate memory capacity being exceeded. The bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s is a critical factor in the 4K results, where the GPU must move large amounts of texture and geometry data. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 4K, from 160.5 FPS to 59.8 FPS, demonstrates the GPU's workload scaling. The Ultra preset likely increases the quality of shadows, reflections, and post-processing effects, all of which heavily tax the GPU's compute units.

The GPU's performance relative to other cards, as indicated by its 79th percentile rank, places it in a strong position for this title. The benchmark results show that the RX 9070 is the clear driver of performance in Undisputed. While the CPU is important for maintaining high frame rates at 1080p, the GPU’s capabilities are what ultimately cap the performance at 1440p and 4K. The frame rate differences between presets are almost entirely attributable to the GPU's processing power, with the 16 GB memory buffer ensuring that texture loading is not a limiting factor in any of the measured scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 9070 holds a rank of 538 out of 1580 combos for Undisputed. This places the system in the upper third of all tested configurations, indicating a solid, above-average performance level. The percentile ranking of the CPU is 84, and the GPU is at 79, showing that both components are individually strong performers compared to their peers, which translates to a well-matched and capable overall system for this game.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core i9-10900K with a deltaPct of 0, and the Intel Core i5-12600K with a deltaPct of -0.1. This means the 12600KF performs essentially identically to these processors in general compute tasks, ensuring that the combo's rank is not being dragged down by a weak processor. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA A2 with a deltaPct of -0.2, show that the RX 9070 is in a competitive performance tier of its own. The combination of a top-tier 12th Gen Intel CPU and a modern RDNA 4.0 GPU results in a system that is better than the majority of the 1580 combos tested.

The rank of 538 is a direct reflection of the measured FPS data. The system's ability to push well over 200 FPS at 1080p and maintain over 90 FPS at 4K on High settings confirms its strength. While it is not in the top echelon of performance, it is far from a low-tier configuration. The data suggests that this combo is a high-performing setup that will provide a smooth and responsive experience in Undisputed, comfortably outperforming more than half of the other combinations in the database.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend heavily on the user's display refresh rate and resolution preference. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset, which averages 135.6 FPS, is the best choice for those seeking the highest visual fidelity, as it still provides a frame rate well above the standard 60 FPS threshold and is suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. For 1440p, the High preset delivers an excellent balance, with an average of 152.5 FPS, which is high enough for competitive play and looks significantly better than lower presets.

At 4K, the High preset is the recommended choice for a smooth experience, as it yields an average of 96.9 FPS, which is a strong result for this demanding resolution. The Medium preset at 4K offers a higher frame rate of 114.4 FPS but comes with a visual quality reduction that may not be worth the extra 17.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K, with an average of 59.8 FPS, dips close to the 60 FPS line and may not be consistently smooth, making it a risky choice for those who prioritize frame rate stability. The Low preset, while providing the highest frame rates, such as 353.3 FPS at 1080p, is not recommended for a good visual experience.

For users with a 60 Hz display at 4K, the Ultra preset is a viable option, as the 59.8 FPS average is just below the target and likely playable. However, for 1440p and 1080p, the High and Ultra presets respectively are the clear winners, providing a substantial boost in visual quality without compromising the high frame rates that the hardware can deliver. The data indicates that the High preset is the most versatile, offering a great experience across all three resolutions, and is the safest recommendation for a demanding title like Undisputed.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data is as follows:

• At 1080p, the Ultra preset averages 135.6 FPS, High averages 210.4 FPS, Medium averages 252 FPS, and Low averages 353.3 FPS.
• At 1440p, the Ultra preset averages 99.5 FPS, High averages 152.5 FPS, Medium averages 184 FPS, and Low averages 254.9 FPS.
• At 4K, the Ultra preset averages 59.8 FPS, High averages 96.9 FPS, Medium averages 114.4 FPS, and Low averages 160.5 FPS.

The progression of numbers shows a consistent hierarchy: Low is always the fastest, followed by Medium, then High, and finally Ultra. The performance gap between presets is not uniform, however. At 1080p, the jump from High to Ultra results in a 74.8 FPS drop, which is the largest single-preset drop at that resolution. At 4K, the difference between Medium and High is 17.5 FPS, while the difference between High and Ultra is a much larger 37.1 FPS, highlighting the heavy cost of the Ultra preset at this resolution. This breakdown provides a clear picture of what to expect from the hardware at each setting, allowing for informed decisions based on the desired balance between visual quality and frame rate.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Undisputed?*

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 353.3 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

*Q: Can this system run Undisputed at 4K with a smooth frame rate?*

A: Yes, the data shows that at 4K with the High preset, it averages 96.9 FPS, and with the Medium preset, it averages 114.4 FPS, both of which are well above the standard 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between the High and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: The measured data shows a significant difference of 53 FPS, with the High preset averaging 152.5 FPS and the Ultra preset averaging 99.5 FPS.

Q: Where does this specific CPU and GPU combination rank among all tested combos for this game?

A: This combo ranks 538th out of 1580 tested combinations, placing it in the upper third of all systems tested for Undisputed.

Q: What is the frame rate drop when going from 1080p to 4K on the High settings preset?

A: The average frame rate drops from 210.4 FPS at 1080p to 96.9 FPS at 4K, a decrease of 113.5 FPS when using the High settings preset.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12600KF a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 at 1080p?

A: The evidence suggests it is not a significant bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 353.3 FPS, and the CPU's benchmark scores are nearly identical to its closest rivals (a deltaPct of 0.0 against the Intel Core i9-10900K), indicating it can keep up with the GPU's output at lower resolutions.