Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. In the context of Undisputed, this CPU sits in the 88th percentile of all processors, and its average benchmark score of 32508 places it in a dead heat with the Intel Core i7-12800H, which scores 32513 with a 0% delta. The data indicates this processor is more than sufficient for the game’s simulation and physics calculations, as even at the lowest settings at 1080p, the system pushes 375.5 FPS, suggesting the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support provide ample bandwidth for the game’s data streaming, ensuring that the CPU maintains high frame pacing even when the GPU is under heavy load. Its single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3093, ensures that the game’s primary logic thread does not bottleneck the experience. Given its performance parity with the Intel Core i7-12800H in synthetic benchmarks, the i5-14400F is clearly a robust choice for this title, capable of feeding the GPU at all but the most extreme frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how settings impact performance, and the sweet spot for this combination is the High preset. At 1080p, the High preset delivers an average of 222.5 FPS, which is already far beyond the refresh rate of most high-end monitors. Moving up to 1440p on High yields 163.1 FPS, which remains exceptionally smooth and is the ideal target for a balanced visual and performance experience. The data shows that stepping up to the Ultra preset incurs a significant performance penalty: at 1440p, the average FPS drops from 163.1 to 105.4, a reduction of 35.4% for visual gains that are often imperceptible in a fast-paced sports title. While Ultra at 1080p still provides a very playable 145 FPS, the High preset offers a better ratio of visual quality to frame rate. The Medium preset, while providing a boost to 270.2 FPS at 1080p and 195.6 FPS at 1440p, does not offer a substantial visual upgrade over High for the performance cost. For players with high-refresh-rate displays at 1440p, High is the definitive choice, offering a 54.8% higher frame rate than Ultra while maintaining the game’s intended visual fidelity. At 4K, the High preset is also the recommended starting point, as it achieves 101.5 FPS, which is the only 4K setting that comfortably clears the 100 FPS threshold, making it the best option for a smooth 4K experience.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is heavily GPU-bound, but with enough headroom to remain playable even at the highest resolution. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 222.5 at 1080p to 163.1 at 1440p, a 26.7% decrease, and then to 101.5 at 4K, a further 37.8% decrease from 1440p. This steep decline is a classic indicator that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. The CPU’s role diminishes at higher resolutions; the fact that the 1080p Low setting produces 375.5 FPS while the 4K Ultra setting produces 68.3 FPS shows that the GPU’s rendering load is the dominant factor. Interestingly, the gap between Low and High settings at 1080p is 153 FPS (375.5 vs 222.5), but at 4K, the same settings gap is only 72.5 FPS (174 vs 101.5). This compression of frame rates at higher resolutions further confirms that the GPU is working at its limits, and the CPU is no longer the limiting component. The data suggests that players targeting 4K should be prepared to use the High preset to maintain a smooth experience, as the jump to Ultra at 4K results in a 32.7% performance hit, bringing the average down to 68.3 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for competitive play.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 in this game?

A: Benchmark results indicate no. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 375.5 FPS, showing the CPU can push frames far beyond typical display refresh rates. The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a typical GPU-bound curve, indicating the RTX 4070 is the limiting component as resolution increases.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: The High preset is the clear winner. It delivers an average of 163.1 FPS, which is 57.7 FPS higher than the Ultra preset’s 105.4 FPS. This provides a significant performance advantage with minimal visual compromise, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p displays.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. The High preset at 4K averages 101.5 FPS, which is smooth and playable. The Medium preset is also viable at 124.9 FPS. However, the Ultra preset drops to 68.3 FPS, which may be too low for players who prefer a locked 60 FPS experience with headroom.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to its nearest rivals in this system?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 37283, placing it at 81% percentile. It is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which scores 37507 (a -0.6% delta). It is also about 2% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, which scores 38135 with a -2.2% delta.

Q: Is the CPU’s performance consistent with its competitor set?

A: Yes. The i5-14400F’s average score of 32508 is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-12800H’s 32513 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645’s 32446 (0.2% delta). This indicates the CPU is a solid mid-range performer that will not hold back the GPU.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. The Low preset achieves 375.5 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 145 FPS. This represents a 230.5 FPS difference, showing that the Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU, even at the lowest resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the workhorse of this configuration, and its specifications directly explain the measured performance in Undisputed. Built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process, the card features 5888 shading units and 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory configuration is crucial for the game’s high-resolution textures, and the data shows that the GPU can handle even 4K High settings at 101.5 FPS. The card’s boost clock of 2475 MHz and its 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are the key drivers behind the high frame rates seen at 1080p and 1440p, where it achieves 222.5 and 163.1 FPS on High, respectively. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 37283 places it in the 81st percentile, and its performance is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which scores 37507 with a -0.6% delta. This suggests that the RTX 4070 is a well-balanced card for this title, capable of delivering high frame rates without being overly taxed. The 46 RT cores and 184 Tensor cores, while not heavily utilized in a sports game like Undisputed, ensure that the card is future-proof and capable of handling any additional graphical features. The 200W TDP and dual-slot design are standard for this performance class, and the 550W suggested PSU is a realistic requirement for stable operation. The GPU’s end-of-life production status means it is being replaced by the GeForce 50 series, but its performance in this game remains competitive, particularly when considering its ability to maintain high frame rates at 4K with the High preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system’s capabilities across all resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. With the Low preset, it achieves an average of 375.5 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 270.2 FPS, and the High preset, which is the recommended setting, produces 222.5 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 145 FPS, which is still very smooth but represents a 34.8% reduction from High, indicating that the Ultra settings are heavily reliant on GPU resources.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains high but the scaling becomes more apparent. The Low preset averages 272.1 FPS, showing the CPU’s strength in this scenario. The Medium preset delivers 195.6 FPS, and the High preset, the recommended setting, averages 163.1 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 105.4 FPS, which is a 35.4% decrease from High, highlighting the cost of the highest visual fidelity. This resolution is the sweet spot for the High preset, as it offers a perfect balance of speed and quality.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The Low preset averages 174 FPS, which is still high, but the Medium preset drops to 124.9 FPS. The High preset, which is the recommended choice for 4K, averages 101.5 FPS, making it the only 4K setting that maintains a triple-digit frame rate. The Ultra preset is the only setting that falls below 60 FPS, averaging just 68.3 FPS. This represents a 32.7% drop from High, and it is the only scenario where the system struggles to maintain a high refresh rate, indicating that users should avoid Ultra at 4K unless they have a variable refresh rate monitor.