Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i5-12600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

This combination places 2163rd out of 3718 tested configurations in Undisputed, a mid-pack rank that reflects a balanced but not exceptional pairing. The Intel Core i5-12600KF, which sits at the 79th percentile among all tested CPUs, contributes strong single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, at the 65th percentile among GPUs, provides adequate but not overwhelming rasterization power. The result is a system that handles the game comfortably at most settings, though it falls short of the top-tier combinations that dominate the higher rankings. The data indicates that this is a workable setup for competitive boxing simulation, but users seeking maximum visual fidelity at 4K will encounter significant frame rate drops.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2163 out of 3718 places it in the 58th percentile of all tested configurations for Undisputed. This is a noteworthy position because it is lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 65th percentile ranking would intuitively point to a stronger overall standing, yet the game's specific demands appear to create a bottleneck that drags the combined score down. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings cluster in a range that is playable but not exceptional, which aligns with this mid-tier position.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The i5-12600KF's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-10900K (0.3% faster), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (0.3% faster), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (0.3% slower). These are all capable processors, and the performance deltas are negligible, meaning the CPU is operating at a level consistent with its peer group. The GPU, meanwhile, sits close to the Intel Arc A750 (1.5% faster), the Intel Arc B570 (1.3% faster), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (1.2% faster). The narrow margins between these GPUs suggest that the RTX 2070 SUPER is delivering expected performance for its class.

The ranking gap likely stems from how Undisputed scales with GPU resources at higher resolutions. At 1080p and 1440p, the combo produces respectable frame rates, but at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 44 FPS, which is below the smooth threshold that many users prefer. This pattern suggests that the combo's rank is dragged down by its 4K performance, where the GPU's 8 GB memory and Turing architecture struggle to keep pace with the game's demands. In essence, this is a solid mid-range setup that excels at lower resolutions but loses ground to competitors at 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it becomes a limiting factor at 4K, especially when texture quality is set to High or Ultra. The GPU's base clock runs at 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and it houses 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. The 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are present, though Undisputed is not a ray-tracing-heavy title, so their impact on performance is minimal.

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern: the GPU's performance scales predictably with settings at each resolution, but the drops between Low and Ultra are steep. At 4K, the average frame rate falls from 115 FPS on Low to 44 FPS on Ultra, a 62% reduction. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher settings, as the CPU is more than capable of feeding frames. The 8 GB VRAM is likely the culprit at 4K Ultra, where texture data exceeds the available memory, causing the GPU to rely on slower system memory transfers.

In contrast, at 1080p, the GPU has ample headroom. The average frame rate on Ultra is 97 FPS, which is still playable, while Low settings reach 252 FPS, indicating that the GPU is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions. The same pattern holds at 1440p, where Ultra averages 70 FPS and Low reaches 182 FPS. This suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Undisputed, but 4K requires careful settings management to maintain acceptable performance.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling across resolutions provides insight into which component governs performance at each setting level. At Low settings, the average frame rates are 252 FPS at 1080p, 182 FPS at 1440p, and 115 FPS at 4K. This represents a 28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 54% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is relatively linear, which suggests that the CPU is the primary driver at Low settings, as the GPU has plenty of headroom to render frames quickly.

At Medium settings, the averages are 182 FPS at 1080p, 131 FPS at 1440p, and 83 FPS at 4K. The drops are 28% and 54%, respectively, mirroring the Low settings pattern. However, the absolute values are lower, indicating that the GPU is beginning to exert more influence. The minimum and maximum FPS data for Medium settings show a tighter range at lower resolutions: 154-209 FPS at 1080p, 112-151 FPS at 1440p, and 71-95 FPS at 4K. This suggests that frame pacing remains consistent, but the overall performance ceiling is lower.

At High settings, the averages drop to 150 FPS at 1080p, 109 FPS at 1440p, and 69 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops from 1080p are 27% at 1440p and 54% at 4K, consistent with the trend. At Ultra settings, the averages fall to 97 FPS at 1080p, 70 FPS at 1440p, and 44 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 28%, but the drop from 1080p to 4K is 55%, which is slightly steeper. This steeper decline at Ultra settings indicates that the GPU is the definitive limiting factor at 4K, as the VRAM and compute resources are stretched to their limits.

The data shows that the CPU maintains its dominance at lower settings, but the GPU becomes the bottleneck as settings increase. This is a common pattern for a mid-range GPU paired with a strong CPU, and it suggests that users should prioritize GPU settings when aiming for higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12600KF sufficient for Undisputed at 4K?

A: Yes, the CPU is more than adequate. The measured FPS at 4K Low is 115, which is well above playable thresholds, and even at 4K Ultra, the average is 44 FPS. The CPU's performance is not the limiting factor at any resolution or setting.

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

A: The data shows that 1440p High offers a strong balance, with an average of 109 FPS. This is higher than the 4K High average of 69 FPS and still provides good visual quality. For higher frame rates, 1080p Medium delivers 182 FPS on average.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER handle Ultra settings in this game?

A: At Ultra settings, the GPU produces 97 FPS at 1080p, 70 FPS at 1440p, and 44 FPS at 4K. The 4K result is below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider smooth, so Ultra at 4K is not recommended for this combo.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM on the RTX 2070 SUPER enough for Undisputed?

A: The measured data indicates that 8 GB is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at all settings, with frame rates ranging from 70 to 252 FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 44 FPS, which suggests that VRAM capacity may be a limiting factor at that resolution.

Q: How does this combo compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER sits within 1.5% of the Intel Arc A750, which is 1.5% faster, and within 1.3% of the Intel Arc B570, which is 1.3% faster. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M is 1% faster, while the RTX 3070 Mobile is 1.2% faster. These margins are negligible in real-world terms.

Q: What settings should I use for competitive play?

A: For maximum frame rates, 1080p Low delivers 252 FPS on average, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. For a balance of visuals and performance, 1440p High at 109 FPS is a strong choice.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy of settings for this combo. At 1080p, all settings are playable, with Low at 252 FPS, Medium at 182 FPS, High at 150 FPS, and Ultra at 97 FPS. For users with 144 Hz monitors, Medium or High settings will keep frame rates above the refresh rate, providing a smooth experience. Ultra settings at 1080p are still viable, but the 97 FPS average may not fully utilize a 144 Hz display.

At 1440p, High settings produce 109 FPS, which is excellent for most monitors. Medium settings reach 131 FPS, which is ideal for 120 Hz or 144 Hz displays. Low settings at 182 FPS offer headroom for competitive play, while Ultra at 70 FPS is acceptable if visual fidelity is the priority. The data suggests that 1440p High is the sweet spot, as it balances visual quality with frame rates that exceed 100 FPS.

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. Low settings deliver 115 FPS, which is smooth, but the visual quality is significantly reduced. Medium settings at 83 FPS are playable, with a minimum of 71 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings at 69 FPS are borderline, while Ultra at 44 FPS is not recommended for a consistent experience. The recommendation for 4K is to stick with Medium settings, as it provides a reasonable balance between visuals and performance.

Overall, the best experience per the measured rows is 1440p High, which offers 109 FPS on average. This combination of resolution and settings provides a sharp image with smooth gameplay, making it the optimal choice for most users. For those prioritizing competitive performance, 1080p Low at 252 FPS is the fastest option.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. It features 20 MB of shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The CPU's benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23391 and a single-core score of 3302. These numbers place it at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, indicating solid performance for gaming and general tasks.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role is primarily to maintain high frame rates at lower settings, where the GPU is not the bottleneck. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 252 FPS, which is a strong indicator of CPU capability. The 3DMark scores are also relevant: 16-thread performance is 7956, while single-thread performance is 1016. These scores suggest that the CPU can handle the game's physics and AI calculations without becoming a limiting factor.

The nearest rivals for the i5-12600KF include the Intel Core i9-10900K (0.3% faster), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (0.3% faster), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (0.3% slower). These tiny deltas confirm that the CPU is performing at its expected level. The multi-threaded performance is particularly strong, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 27575, which is more than sufficient for a sports title like Undisputed that may not fully utilize all cores.

At higher resolutions, the CPU's influence diminishes, as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 44, which is a GPU limitation rather than a CPU one. This is typical for a balanced system where the CPU is not the weakest link. Users should not expect CPU upgrades to yield significant gains in this game beyond what the GPU allows.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 252 FPS on Low, 182 FPS on Medium, 150 FPS on High, and 97 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting includes minimum and maximum values of 154 and 209 FPS, respectively, indicating consistent frame pacing. This resolution offers the highest performance, with even Ultra settings remaining above 90 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 182 FPS on Low, 131 FPS on Medium, 109 FPS on High, and 70 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting has a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS, showing a stable range. This resolution is a strong middle ground, with High settings delivering over 100 FPS on average.

At 3840x2160, the averages are 115 FPS on Low, 83 FPS on Medium, 69 FPS on High, and 44 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting has a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS, which indicates that frame rates can dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. This resolution is the most challenging for the combo, with Ultra settings falling well below the smooth threshold.

The pattern across all resolutions is consistent: Low settings offer the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra. The drops from Low to Ultra are substantial, with 4K showing a 62% reduction in average FPS. The data also highlights that the Medium settings provide the most balanced experience, with minimum frame rates that remain above 70 FPS at 4K and above 112 FPS at 1440p. This makes Medium the recommended setting for users who prioritize a stable experience over maximum visual quality.