Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a decisive performance profile in Undisputed, a Sports title released on 2023-10-10. The data shows a configuration that scales predictably across resolutions, with the CPU providing a robust foundation while the GPU dictates the upper limits of graphical fidelity. The measured results indicate this combo ranks 764 out of 1580 tested combinations, placing it solidly in the upper-middle tier of the database.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear shift in bottleneck behavior. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 289.2 fps, which drops to 209.8 fps at 2560x1440 and further to 131 fps at 3840x2160. This represents a 54.7% reduction in frame rate from 1080p Low to 4K Low, indicating that even at the lowest graphical preset, the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as pixel count rises.

The scaling pattern becomes more pronounced at higher settings. At High preset, the average frame rate falls from 170 fps at 1080p to 126 fps at 1440p, then to 78.6 fps at 4K. The 4K High result is only 46.2% of the 1080p High figure, showing that the RTX 5060’s 8 GB GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is being heavily taxed by the combination of high resolution and detail levels. The Ultra preset amplifies this trend: 111.5 fps at 1080p, 77.3 fps at 1440p, and just 52.7 fps at 4K.

What the data suggests is that this configuration is optimal for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the CPU’s capabilities can still keep pace with the GPU’s output. At 4K, the scaling becomes non-linear, with diminishing returns as settings increase. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 78.3 fps, while the same comparison at 1080p yields a 177.7 fps difference. This indicates that at lower resolutions, the system has headroom to absorb settings increases, but at 4K, the GPU’s raw throughput becomes the hard ceiling.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F brings 10 cores and 16 threads from the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost up to 4.70 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 21914 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3093 in single-core, with a Passmark multithread score of 25783 and single-thread score of 3723. These figures place the CPU at the 88th percentile against all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database.

In Undisputed, the CPU’s role appears to be secondary at higher resolutions but increasingly relevant at 1080p. At 1080p Low, the frame rate of 289.2 fps suggests the CPU is still feeding frames efficiently, but the single-core performance—critical for sports game physics and AI—is sufficient to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The Cinebench R15 single-core score of 311 and R20 single-core of 1299 indicate strong per-thread performance, which translates to consistent frame pacing in gameplay scenarios.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-14400F is effectively tied with the Intel Core i7-12800H (deltaPct 0) and AMD Ryzen 7 250 (deltaPct -0.2), while leading the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 by 0.2%. This parity means the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo; the GPU’s performance will dominate the gaming experience. The L3 cache of 20 MB shared across cores helps maintain data throughput, but the measured frame rates show that the RTX 5060’s 19.18 TFLOPS FP32 compute is the primary driver of results.

The CPU’s 65W TDP and Intel Socket 1700 compatibility make it a practical choice, but the benchmark data does not show any CPU-specific bottlenecks in Undisputed. Even at 4K Ultra, where frame rates dip to 52.7 fps, the limiting factor is the GPU’s pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s rather than CPU processing power.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p compared to 1440p?

A: At 1080p High, the system achieves 170 fps, which drops to 126 fps at 1440p High—a 25.9% reduction. The gap narrows at lower settings, with 1080p Low hitting 289.2 fps versus 209.8 fps at 1440p Low.

*Q: Is the RTX 5060 sufficient for 4K gaming in Undisputed?*

A: At 4K High, the average frame rate is 78.6 fps, which is playable. However, 4K Ultra drops to 52.7 fps, suggesting that Ultra settings at 4K will require compromises for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution-to-settings ratio for competitive play?

A: The data shows 1080p Medium at 207.3 fps or 1440p Medium at 152.7 fps. Both offer high refresh rates while maintaining moderate graphical detail, making them ideal for fast-paced matches.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-14400F scores 32508 in average benchmark, virtually identical to the Intel Core i7-12800H (32513) and AMD Ryzen 7 250 (32584). It edges out the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 by 0.2%.

Q: Does the 8 GB VRAM limit performance at high settings?

A: At 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 52.7 fps, and at 1440p Ultra it is 77.3 fps. The 8 GB GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus appears to constrain performance at the highest settings, as evidenced by the steep decline from Medium to Ultra across all resolutions.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 126 fps at 1440p High, which is well above the 60 fps threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 764 out of 1580 tested combinations, placing it in the 48.4th percentile of all configurations. This rank is somewhat surprising given the individual component scores: the CPU sits at the 88th percentile and the GPU at the 73rd percentile. The discrepancy suggests that Undisputed is more demanding on the GPU than on the CPU, and the RTX 5060’s mid-range positioning (with a Passmark G3D score of 20891) holds the combo back from a higher ranking.

The GPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (deltaPct 0) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (deltaPct 0.6), indicating the desktop RTX 5060 is performance-equivalent to those parts in synthetic tests. In actual game data, the combo’s rank reflects a balanced but not exceptional pairing. The CPU’s strength in multi-threaded workloads (Cinebench R23 multicore of 21914) does not translate into a higher game rank, reinforcing that the GPU is the primary determinant of in-game performance.

For context, the combo sits above the median of all tested configurations, which means it will handle most games competently. In Undisputed specifically, the 764th rank out of 1580 suggests there is room for improvement—either by pairing the i5-14400F with a stronger GPU or by using a more powerful CPU with the RTX 5060 to push the bottleneck entirely to the graphics card.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings. For 4K displays, the High preset at 78.6 fps is the best balance, as Ultra drops to an uncomfortable 52.7 fps and Medium only gains 15 fps over High. At 1440p, Medium at 152.7 fps offers the smoothest experience relative to visual quality, while High at 126 fps is acceptable for those prioritizing detail. The Ultra preset at 77.3 fps is playable but represents a significant performance cost for marginal visual gains.

For 1080p, the system has ample headroom. Medium at 207.3 fps is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, while High at 170 fps still provides excellent smoothness. The Ultra preset at 111.5 fps is the most demanding option but remains above the 100 fps threshold, making it viable for users with 120Hz displays. Low settings are only recommended if maximum frame rates are needed, such as 289.2 fps at 1080p, though this sacrifices too much visual fidelity for most players.

The data suggests avoiding Ultra at 4K entirely, as the 52.7 fps average indicates the GPU lacks the raw power for consistent high-refresh gameplay at that resolution. For competitive play, 1440p Medium offers the best compromise between visibility and performance, while 1080p High provides a more visually detailed experience with still-excellent frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the system delivers 78.6 fps on High, 93.6 fps on Medium, 131 fps on Low, and 52.7 fps on Ultra. The progression shows a 15 fps gain from High to Medium, a 37.4 fps jump from Medium to Low, but a steep 25.9 fps drop from High to Ultra. This pattern indicates that Ultra settings impose a disproportionately heavy load on the GPU.

At 2560x1440, the results are 126 fps on High, 152.7 fps on Medium, 209.8 fps on Low, and 77.3 fps on Ultra. The delta between Medium and High is 26.7 fps, while the gap between Low and Medium is 57.1 fps. Ultra represents a 48.7 fps reduction from High, making it the least efficient setting choice.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are 170 fps on High, 207.3 fps on Medium, 289.2 fps on Low, and 111.5 fps on Ultra. The scaling from Medium to High is a 37.3 fps drop, while Low offers 81.9 fps more than Medium. The Ultra preset cuts performance by 58.5 fps compared to High, reinforcing that Ultra is best avoided unless visual fidelity is the sole priority.

Across all resolutions, the Low preset consistently delivers the highest frame rates, with 1080p Low exceeding 280 fps. The Medium preset provides a solid middle ground, maintaining over 90 fps at 4K and over 150 fps at 1440p. The High preset is the most balanced for 4K, while Ultra should be reserved for 1080p or 1440p users with high-refresh displays who can tolerate frame rates in the 77-111 fps range.