Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 presents a balanced 1080p and 1440p configuration for Undisputed, with performance scaling that clearly identifies the GPU as the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The measured data shows a predictable progression: at 1080p High settings, the combo delivers 125.8 FPS, which drops to 89.2 FPS at 1440p and further to 54.4 FPS at 4K under the same preset. This represents a 29% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 57% reduction from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the rendering load scales heavily with pixel count, a hallmark of GPU-bound scenarios.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate trajectory across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-limited profile. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 209.3 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suggests the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU at lower graphical loads. However, when moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 154.3 FPS, a 26% decline, and at 4K Low, it falls to 96.7 FPS, a 54% decline from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is consistent with the Radeon RX 6600’s memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus; as resolution increases, the demand on memory bandwidth and fill rate grows, and the GPU’s 159.4 GPixel/s pixel rate becomes the limiting factor.

The gap between settings widens at higher resolutions, which is a strong indicator of GPU saturation. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 126.9 FPS (209.3 vs 82.4), but at 4K, that spread compresses to 61.9 FPS (96.7 vs 34.8). This compression occurs because at 4K, even Low settings push the GPU near its limits, leaving little headroom for additional graphical features to impact performance. Conversely, at 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized at Low settings, allowing the CPU’s 10 cores and 16 threads to help drive higher frame rates.

The 4K Ultra result of 34.8 FPS is telling; it is below the 54.4 FPS achieved at 4K High, showing that the Ultra preset’s additional effects impose a significant cost. The data suggests that for 4K play, users must accept substantial compromises, as the GPU cannot maintain fluid frame rates at high or ultra settings. For 1440p, the situation is more favorable: High settings deliver 89.2 FPS, which is playable, while Medium achieves 108.6 FPS, indicating that the GPU can handle this resolution with moderate settings without hitting a hard wall.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience balances visual fidelity with frame rate stability. At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers 151.9 FPS, which is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay, while High offers 125.8 FPS, still well above typical display refresh rates. Ultra at 1080p drops to 82.4 FPS, which remains playable but shows a 35% reduction compared to Medium, suggesting that the incremental visual gains may not justify the performance cost for most users. The data indicates that 1080p Medium or High provides the best experience, as both offer frame rates far exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

For 1440p, the recommendation shifts. Medium settings yield 108.6 FPS, which is excellent for this resolution, while High produces 89.2 FPS, still comfortable for most monitors. Ultra at 1440p falls to 57.9 FPS, which is borderline for competitive play but acceptable for casual sessions. Given the 1080p results, the 1440p Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot, delivering over 100 FPS while maintaining a reasonable level of graphical detail. The Low preset at 1440p achieves 154.3 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant, making it less desirable unless frame rate is the sole priority.

At 4K, the options are limited. High settings provide 54.4 FPS, which is marginally playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. Medium drops to 68.4 FPS, which is better, but still requires accepting reduced quality. Low at 4K reaches 96.7 FPS, indicating that if 4K is mandatory, users must sacrifice most graphical features to achieve a smooth experience. Ultra at 4K is effectively unplayable at 34.8 FPS. The data strongly suggests that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo with high or ultra presets, and users should target 1440p Medium or High for the best balance of performance and image quality.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest measured average is 209.3 FPS at 1080p Low settings. For a more balanced visual experience, 1080p Medium delivers 151.9 FPS, and High reaches 125.8 FPS.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average frame rate is 34.8 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. This result indicates that the Radeon RX 6600 is not capable of handling the Ultra preset at 4K resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data shows the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the frame rate reaches 209.3 FPS, but drops to 96.7 FPS at 4K Low, a 54% reduction that correlates with GPU workload rather than CPU capabilities.

Q: What settings provide the best experience at 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 1440p yield 108.6 FPS, which is the most balanced option. High settings deliver 89.2 FPS, still playable, while Ultra falls to 57.9 FPS, which may be acceptable but less consistent.

Q: How does the frame rate scale from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: The average frame rate drops from 125.8 FPS at 1080p to 89.2 FPS at 1440p, a 29% reduction, and further to 54.4 FPS at 4K, a 57% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is typical of GPU-bound performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, Low settings achieve 154.3 FPS, while Ultra drops to 57.9 FPS, a difference of 96.4 FPS. This wide gap indicates that the Ultra preset imposes a significant rendering cost on the GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Undisputed, this pairing holds a combo rank of 1288 out of 1580, placing it in the lower half of tested systems. This ranking reflects the hardware’s mid-range positioning, where the Radeon RX 6600’s performance percentile of 69 against all GPUs and the Core i5-13400F’s percentile of 82 against all CPUs combine to produce a configuration that is capable but not top-tier. The rank of 1288 suggests that while this combo can handle 1080p and 1440p gaming well, it falls behind many other pairings that feature more powerful GPUs or higher-end CPUs.

The ranking is likely influenced by the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions, as the measured 4K results are notably weak. The combo’s position in the 1580-combo list indicates that there are 292 other tested combinations that outperform it, which is a substantial number. This is not surprising given that the RX 6600 is an end-of-life product with a launch MSRP of 329 USD, and the CPU, while capable, is a mid-range 13th Gen part. The data shows that for users prioritizing Undisputed performance, this combo is adequate for mainstream resolutions but will not compete with higher-tier systems in demanding scenarios.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25236, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-13620H (25201, 0.1% higher) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, 0.5% higher). This indicates that the CPU’s performance is well-matched to its peers, and the measured game results are consistent with this level of processing power. For the GPU, the Radeon RX 6600’s average benchmark score of 25235 is virtually identical to the AMD Radeon 890M (25246, 0% delta) and slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (25287, 0.2% lower). This suggests that the GPU’s raw compute capability is on par with these rivals, but in Undisputed, the specific rendering requirements may favor or hinder certain architectures.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration provides strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21279 and Geekbench multicore score of 10971. In a sports game like Undisputed, which likely relies on physics calculations and AI for opponent behavior, the CPU’s thread count and clock speed are relevant. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks, such as game logic and input handling, are processed quickly, while the 10 cores provide headroom for background processes and multi-threaded game systems.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this combo. At 1080p Low, the frame rate of 209.3 FPS is exceptionally high, indicating that the CPU can feed the GPU well beyond typical display refresh rates. Even at 1440p Low, the 154.3 FPS result shows that the CPU maintains its performance as the GPU becomes more stressed. The 3DMark scores further support this: the single-thread score of 960 and the 2-thread score of 1880 show solid single-core performance, while the 16-thread score of 7314 indicates good scaling across cores. This is important for Undisputed, as the game may utilize multiple threads for physics and rendering tasks.

The CPU’s cache hierarchy, with 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, helps reduce memory latency, which can benefit game performance. The 65 W TDP and 10 nm process node indicate an efficient design that does not generate excessive heat, allowing for sustained boost clocks during extended gaming sessions. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provides flexibility, and the dual-channel bus ensures adequate bandwidth for the CPU’s needs. In the context of Undisputed, the Core i5-13400F’s role is to ensure that the GPU is never starved of data, and the measured frame rates confirm that this is the case, with the GPU being the limiting factor at all resolutions above 1080p Low.