Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination produces a highly playable experience in Undisputed, with the data showing that the pairing is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. While the combo ranks in the 21st percentile (2933 out of 3718 tested combinations), the measured frame rates demonstrate that this is a capable setup for the sports title, particularly when adjusting settings to balance visual quality and performance.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 57. Dropping to Medium settings yields an average of 69 FPS with a minimum of 58 FPS. However, Ultra settings at 4K produce only 37 FPS on average, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution for this setup?

A: The data indicates 1920x1080 is the sweet spot. At Medium settings, the combo achieves 150 FPS average with a minimum of 128 FPS. Even at High settings, it maintains 124 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the setup still performs well, with Medium settings delivering 109 FPS average and a 92 FPS minimum.

Q: How does the RTX 2060's VRAM affect performance in this game?

A: The GPU has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth. In Undisputed, this proves sufficient for Medium and High settings across all tested resolutions, but the frame rate drop at Ultra settings suggests the memory capacity or bandwidth becomes a limiting factor at maximum quality levels.

Q: Is the i5-13400F a bottleneck for the RTX 2060 in this game?

A: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads with a 4.60 GHz boost clock appear more than adequate for this title. The processor's multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604) and single-thread capability (3191 in the same test) indicate it is not holding back the GPU, as frame rates scale predictably with resolution changes.

Q: What settings preset provides the best experience at 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 offer the best balance, delivering a 109 FPS average with a 92 FPS minimum. High settings drop to 90 FPS average, while Ultra falls to 58 FPS. The Medium preset maintains smooth performance while providing better visual fidelity than Low.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 2933 out of 3718 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle range. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (0% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (+0.4% difference), while the GPU sits close to the RTX 3050 OEM (0.6% faster) and Radeon RX 7600 (0.8% faster).

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 holds a rank of 2933 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places the setup in the 21st percentile of all configurations tested, meaning roughly 79% of tested combos perform better. However, this ranking does not tell the whole story, as the measured frame rates reveal that this pairing is more than adequate for the game's demands at common resolutions.

The CPU component performs admirably relative to its peers. The i5-13400F sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (scoring 25284, a 0% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (scoring 25365, a -0.3% difference). This indicates the processor is well-matched with other mid-range and upper-mid-range chips, providing strong computational performance that does not bottleneck the GPU in this sports title.

On the GPU side, the RTX 2060 holds the 58th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 15290. Its closest competitors are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (scoring 15283, a 0% difference) and the AMD Radeon 680M (scoring 15270, a 0.1% difference). The RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game's requirements, though the performance gap between Medium and Ultra settings suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at maximum quality presets.

The ranking reflects that while this combo cannot push maximum settings at high resolutions, it delivers solid performance in the mid-range spectrum. The data shows that users can expect a smooth experience at 1080p and 1440p with reasonable settings, making this a practical combination for players who prioritize consistent frame rates over absolute visual fidelity.

Settings Recommendations

The measured frame rates provide clear guidance on optimal settings for each resolution. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers the best experience with a 150 FPS average and a minimum of 128 FPS. This provides a significant margin above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even during intense boxing sequences. High settings still perform well at 124 FPS average, but the jump to Ultra drops to 80 FPS, which is acceptable but less consistent.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, offering a 109 FPS average with a 92 FPS minimum. This maintains smooth performance while providing good visual quality. High settings reduce the average to 90 FPS, which is still playable, but the tighter margin above 60 FPS makes Medium the safer option. Ultra at 1440p produces 58 FPS average, which falls below the ideal threshold for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the selection becomes more constrained. Medium settings provide a 69 FPS average with a 58 FPS minimum, making it the only preset that consistently maintains playable frame rates. High settings at 57 FPS average are borderline, while Low settings at 95 FPS average sacrifice too much visual quality for a marginal performance gain. Ultra at 37 FPS is not recommended for any scenario.

The data suggests that the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions. It provides a substantial improvement over Low settings in visual quality while maintaining frame rates that are significantly higher than High or Ultra. For players with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors at 1080p, the Medium preset's 150 FPS average approaches the refresh rate ceiling, delivering a highly responsive experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates its strongest performance. Low settings produce an average of 209 FPS, which is exceptional for any hardware configuration. Medium settings reduce this to 150 FPS average with a 128 FPS minimum and 173 FPS maximum, providing a comfortable margin for high-refresh-rate displays. High settings maintain 124 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 80 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a clear performance curve, with each tier reducing the average by roughly 25-30 FPS until the final jump from High to Ultra.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected impact of higher resolution. Low settings deliver 151 FPS average, which is still excellent. Medium settings produce 109 FPS average with a 92 FPS minimum and 125 FPS maximum, keeping gameplay smooth. High settings drop to 90 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 58 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is 19 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 32 FPS, indicating that Ultra imposes a disproportionately heavy load on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more constrained. Low settings provide 95 FPS average, which is playable but requires significant visual compromises. Medium settings deliver 69 FPS average with a 58 FPS minimum and 79 FPS maximum, making it the only preset that maintains a consistent 60+ FPS experience. High settings produce 57 FPS average, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings drop to 37 FPS average, which is not recommended for this resolution.

The frame time consistency, where measured, shows stable performance. At 1080p Medium, the 128 FPS minimum versus 173 FPS maximum indicates a 45 FPS spread, suggesting some variance but no severe stuttering. At 1440p Medium, the 92-125 FPS range shows a 33 FPS spread, indicating tighter frame pacing. At 4K Medium, the 58-79 FPS range reveals a 21 FPS spread, which is relatively narrow given the resolution demands.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 plays a central role in determining the performance ceiling for this combo. Built on the Turing architecture with a TU106 chip on a 12 nm process, the GPU features 1920 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory operates on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock of 1365 MHz boosts to 1680 MHz, delivering 6.451 TFLOPS of FP32 compute performance.

The GPU's memory configuration is particularly relevant for Undisputed. With 6 GB of VRAM, the card has enough capacity for Medium and High settings at all tested resolutions. However, the significant frame rate drops at Ultra settings suggest that either the memory capacity or bandwidth becomes a limiting factor. The 336.0 GB/s bandwidth is moderate by modern standards, and the 192-bit bus width limits the data throughput available to the rendering pipeline.

The RTX 2060's position among its peers is informative. It scores 14111 in the Passmark G3D benchmark, placing it at the 58th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the GTX 580 (15283 average score, 0% difference) and the Radeon 680M (15270 average score, 0.1% difference). The RTX 3050 OEM is 0.6% faster, while the Radeon RX 7600 is 0.8% faster. This indicates the RTX 2060 sits in a tight performance band with several other mid-range options.

The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility ensure it can handle the game's rendering requirements. The 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores provide additional capabilities, though these are not typically utilized in a sports title like Undisputed. The 160 W TDP and dual-slot design make it a manageable card for most systems, requiring a 450 W PSU recommendation.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F provides the computational foundation for this combo. Based on the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process, this processor features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The 65 W TDP makes it an efficient choice while still delivering strong performance for gaming workloads.

The CPU's cache hierarchy is well-suited for gaming. Each core has 80 KB of L1 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 cache, while the shared L3 cache totals 20 MB. This large L3 cache helps reduce memory latency and improves performance in scenarios where data is reused across cores. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing flexibility for system builders.

Benchmark data shows the i5-13400F performs strongly across various workloads. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22604 in multi-core and 3191 in single-core tests. The Geekbench scores of 11068 multi-core and 1996 single-core further validate its capabilities. In Passmark, the processor achieves 25032 in multithread and 3634 in singlethread tests, with a physics score of 1437.

For Undisputed, the CPU's performance is more than sufficient. The game is primarily GPU-bound, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling with resolution changes. At 1080p, the CPU can feed the GPU with data quickly enough to achieve 209 FPS at Low settings, indicating no significant bottleneck. The processor's single-thread performance, which is critical for game logic and physics, is strong enough to maintain high frame rates even at lower resolutions where CPU load is relatively higher.

The i5-13400F's position among its rivals underscores its capability. It sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292. Its closest competitors include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284 average score, 0% difference) and the Intel Core 5 120 (25362 average score, -0.3% difference). This places the processor in good company, with performance nearly identical to several other capable mid-range options.

The CPU's 10-core, 16-thread configuration ensures that even if Undisputed were to utilize additional threads for AI opponents or physics calculations, there is ample headroom. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides the single-thread performance necessary for maintaining high frame rates, while the multi-core performance handles any background tasks without impacting gameplay.