Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 presents a classic pairing of a modern mid-range CPU with an older, but still capable, graphics card. In Undisputed, this combination produces a wide spread of performance depending on the resolution and quality settings you choose, with results that clearly delineate the strengths and limitations of each component. The data indicates that this is a system capable of smooth playable framerates at 1080p, but one that will require significant graphical compromises to handle higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and reveals a system that is heavily constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions. At 1080p with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 73 FPS. Moving to 1440p at High settings, the average FPS falls to 53, a reduction of 20 FPS. The jump to 4K at High settings is even more punishing, with the average plummeting to just 33 FPS. This pattern shows that as pixel count increases, the RX 580's workload becomes exponentially more demanding, and the framerate suffers accordingly.

This scaling behavior is classic for a GPU-bound scenario. The RX 580, with its 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 256-bit bus, is being saturated by the higher resolutions, while the Core i5-13400F has ample headroom to feed it frames at lower resolutions. The fact that the gap between 1080p and 1440p (20 FPS) is nearly as large as the gap between 1440p and 4K (20 FPS) indicates a linear degradation in performance, which is typical when a GPU's raw processing power and memory bandwidth become the limiting factor. For a smooth experience at 4K, the data suggests it is not a viable target for this pairing, as even Low settings only manage an average of 56 FPS, which is playable but far from ideal for a competitive sports title.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Undisputed, this specific pairing of the Core i5-13400F and RX 580 ranks at 3386 out of 3718 combos. This places it in the lower percentile of all tested systems, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck holding back the overall performance. The rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's age and mid-range classification, despite the CPU being a strong performer.

The CPU itself is not the weak link. Its `avgBenchmarkScore` of 25292 places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, showing it is a well-above-average processor. However, the GPU's `avgBenchmarkScore` of 12928 puts it in the 53rd percentile, which is much closer to the median. This disparity in relative performance between the two components is what drags the combo's rank down. The system is essentially a modern, high-performance engine (the i5-13400F) paired with a mid-range, older transmission (the RX 580), and the overall speed of the car is limited by that older transmission.

The data from `nearestRivals` for the GPU confirms its standing. The RX 580's average score is within 0.4% of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER, showing they are direct contemporaries in performance. Similarly, it is nearly identical to the RTX 3050 Ti Mobile, though that is a mobile part. This means that in Undisputed, the RX 580 is performing exactly as expected for its class; it is a solid 1080p card that struggles with higher resolutions, and the combo's low rank is a reflection of that inherent hardware limitation in a demanding 4K scenario.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is the defining component in this pairing's gaming performance. With 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, it offers a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming in most titles. However, the data from Undisputed shows that this bandwidth is a limiting factor at 4K. The GPU's core clocks are set at a base of 1257 MHz with a boost of 1340 MHz, and its 2304 shading units are capable of a theoretical FP32 performance of 6.175 TFLOPS. These specifications place it firmly in the mid-range tier of GPUs from its generation.

The benchmark results clearly show the GPU's role as the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves a high average of 122 FPS, suggesting the CPU is able to push the GPU to its limits. As settings increase to Ultra at 1080p, the framerate drops to 47 FPS, a 61% reduction. This dramatic fall is a direct result of the GPU's inability to handle the increased shader complexity and texture loads. The pattern is consistent across all resolutions: as the graphical load increases, the framerate drops in a way that is characteristic of a GPU that is at full capacity. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is also a factor; while it is sufficient for the measured settings, the gap between Medium (40 FPS) and High (33 FPS) at 4K suggests that texture memory and bandwidth are being stressed, causing a significant performance penalty.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the Medium preset is the clear recommendation for most users. At 1080p, Medium delivers a very smooth average of 88 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS, which is well within the range for a responsive sports game. The jump from Low to Medium is a significant visual upgrade, and the performance cost is acceptable. At 1440p, Medium is still a viable option, offering an average of 64 FPS and a minimum of 54 FPS, which is playable and should provide a good experience on a 1440p monitor.

Choosing High settings at 1080p (73 FPS) is also a good option if you prefer better visuals, but the data shows it comes at a 15 FPS cost compared to Medium. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as it drops the average framerate to 47 FPS at 1080p and a stutter-prone 34 FPS at 1440p. The 4K resolution is only viable on Low settings, where the system averages 56 FPS, but this forces a significant sacrifice in visual quality. For a game like Undisputed, where timing and responsiveness are key, the data suggests that targeting a stable 60+ FPS on Medium settings at 1080p or 1440p will provide the most consistent and enjoyable experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of the system's capabilities across a matrix of resolutions and settings.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): At this resolution, the system shows its strengths. On Low settings, it achieves a high average of 122 FPS. Medium settings still provide an excellent average of 88 FPS, with a minimum of 75 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS, indicating a stable frame delivery. High settings bring the average down to 73 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, causes a significant drop to an average of 47 FPS, showing that the RX 580 is not capable of handling the highest quality settings even at 1080p.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): The performance scales down as expected. Low settings yield a strong average of 88 FPS, which is perfect for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. Medium settings provide a playable average of 64 FPS, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS. High settings drop the average to 53 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a fast-paced sports sim. Ultra settings are the least viable here, with an average of just 34 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience.

• 3840x2160 (4K): This resolution is a significant challenge for the RX 580. Low settings are the only way to achieve a near-playable framerate, with an average of 56 FPS. Medium settings drop to 40 FPS, with a minimum of 34 and a maximum of 46, which is a borderline experience. High settings are not playable, with an average of 33 FPS, and Ultra settings are a slideshow at 21 FPS. The data clearly indicates that 4K gaming is not a realistic target for this component pairing in Undisputed.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a powerful 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. With a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, it provides substantial processing power. Its benchmark scores are impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and a single-core score of 3191, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. In this pairing, it acts as a strong foundation, ensuring that the system never feels CPU-limited in Undisputed, especially at lower resolutions.

The CPU's role is to feed the GPU with data, and the data suggests it does this job admirably. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 122 FPS, which is a high enough framerate that the CPU's processing power is being fully utilized to keep the GPU busy. The CPU's `nearestRivals` include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, with delta percentages of 0 and -0.3, respectively, showing that its performance is on par with these other solid processors. The Core i5-13400F is not the bottleneck in this system; its 20 MB of shared L3 cache and high single-thread performance ensure that frame times remain consistent. The real constraint is the GPU, as evidenced by the fact that the system's combo rank is so low despite the CPU's high percentile ranking. In this game, the CPU has more than enough headroom, and users should focus their tuning efforts on the graphics settings and GPU load.