Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a dominant performance in Undisputed, placing in the top 20% of all tested combinations with a rank of 308 out of 1580 combos. This pairing leverages a CPU that sits in the 93rd percentile against all processors and a GPU in the 83rd percentile, creating a system that is exceptionally well-balanced for this sports title. The benchmark data confirms that this combo is not merely capable but rather elite, offering frame rates that will satisfy enthusiasts on high-refresh-rate displays.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 308 out of 1580 tested combinations places it squarely in the upper echelon of systems evaluated for Undisputed. This is a strong showing that reflects the synergy between the Core i5-14600K and the RTX 5070. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 49166 puts it in a virtual tie with the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, which scores 49062, a delta of just 0.2%. It also edges out the Intel Core i5-14600KF, which has a score of 49367, making this combo’s processor 0.4% faster than that rival. The data indicates that the 14600K is a formidable partner for the RTX 5070, providing enough processing power to avoid bottlenecking the GPU even at lower resolutions.

On the graphics side, the RTX 5070's average benchmark score of 41687 places it in a similar tight race with its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 and 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which scores 41441. This performance parity suggests that the RTX 5070 is a high-end card capable of delivering top-tier frame rates. The combination of a top-20% CPU and a top-20% GPU results in a system that consistently produces some of the highest FPS figures in the database for this game, making it a top-tier choice for competitive and high-fidelity play.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data shows that the optimal settings depend heavily on the target refresh rate of the display. For users with 1080p or 1440p panels, the High preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance. At 1080p, the High preset delivers an average of 242 FPS, which is more than enough for any high-refresh-rate monitor. At 1440p, the High preset still achieves an excellent 176.2 FPS. These numbers indicate that the combo has substantial headroom, making the High preset a safe recommendation for smooth, competitive gameplay.

For 4K gaming, the High preset is also the recommended starting point, delivering an average of 113 FPS. While the Ultra preset is playable at 70.5 FPS, the jump to High provides a massive 60% performance increase while likely offering a visually similar experience in a fast-paced sports game. The Low preset, while capable of hitting 404.1 FPS at 1080p and 188.8 FPS at 4K, is unnecessary for a game like this, where the visual enhancements from High will be appreciated without sacrificing playability. The data suggests that High is the "sweet spot" across all resolutions, ensuring a fluid experience that leverages the hardware's full potential.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the traditional shift in bottleneck from the CPU to the GPU. At the High settings preset, the average frame rate drops from 242 FPS at 1080p to 176.2 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 27%. Moving to 4K, the frame rate drops further to 113 FPS, which is a 53% reduction from the 1080p figure. This pattern is typical and indicates that while the Core i5-14600K is powerful enough to drive high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, the resolution scaling is heavily influenced by the GPU's workload.

The trend is even more pronounced at the Low settings preset. At 1080p, the combo achieves a staggering 404.1 FPS, but this falls to 291.2 FPS at 1440p and 188.8 FPS at 4K. The substantial drop at 4K, even on Low, confirms that the RTX 5070 becomes the limiting factor at this resolution. The data points to a system that is extremely capable at 1080p and 1440p, where the CPU's strong single-threaded performance is fully utilized. At 4K, the GPU's rendering demands take over, and the FPS is determined by the RTX 5070's raw throughput. This makes the combo ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming, with 4K still delivering very playable results.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across all settings and resolutions.

• 1080p: The lowest average is 155.2 FPS on the Ultra preset, which is still exceptionally smooth. The Medium preset achieves 290.4 FPS, while High reaches 242 FPS. The Low preset hits a remarkable 404.1 FPS, showcasing the CPU's ability to push extreme frame rates.
• 1440p: This resolution shows the combo's sweet spot. The Ultra preset delivers 114.3 FPS, which is highly playable. High settings achieve 176.2 FPS, and Medium reaches 213 FPS. The Low preset produces 291.2 FPS, demonstrating that the system is not CPU-limited here.
• 4K: At this demanding resolution, the Ultra preset yields 70.5 FPS, which is on the edge of high-refresh-rate play. The High preset is the clear winner, providing 113 FPS. Medium settings hit 134.1 FPS, while Low settings deliver a very smooth 188.8 FPS.

The data shows a consistent hierarchy where the High and Medium presets offer the most compelling performance-to-quality ratio at every resolution. The Ultra preset remains viable for 1440p and 4K, but the significant FPS gains from dropping to High make it a more attractive option for most users.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Undisputed?*

A: The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot. On the High preset, it delivers an average of 176.2 FPS, which is high enough for any refresh rate monitor while maintaining excellent visual quality. It is a significant step up from the 4K average of 113 FPS with only a minor visual compromise.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?*

A: Yes, it can. The High preset at 4K achieves an average of 113 FPS, which is very smooth. Even the Ultra preset is playable at 70.5 FPS. The system is fully capable of a high-quality 4K experience.

Q: How does the Core i5-14600K compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X?

A: They are performance equals in synthetic benchmarks. The Core i5-14600K has an average benchmark score of 49166, which is just 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X's score of 49062. In practical terms, there is no significant difference in processing power.

Q: Is the RTX 5070 a significant upgrade over the RTX 3090?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the RTX 5070 is slightly faster. It scores 41687, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 3090's score of 41441. The performance is very close, with the RTX 5070 holding a marginal lead.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset for the best experience?

A: While the Ultra preset yields the highest fidelity, the performance cost is significant. At 1080p, it drops to 155.2 FPS from 242 FPS on High, and at 4K, it drops to 70.5 FPS from 113 FPS. The High preset provides a much smoother experience with a minor visual difference, making it the recommended choice.

Q: Is this combo more CPU or GPU limited?

A: The data shows a classic balance. At 1080p on Low settings, the combo hits 404.1 FPS, highlighting the CPU's strength. However, the FPS drops dramatically at 4K, even on Low, to 188.8 FPS. This demonstrates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, while the CPU is more than capable of handling high frame rates.