Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-9400 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 combination delivers a highly capable 1080p experience in Undisputed, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. The data indicates that this pairing is best suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1920x1080, where it can push well past 100 frames per second on medium settings, while 4K gaming remains possible but requires significant settings compromises to stay playable.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows that 1920x1080 is the sweet spot. At this resolution, the combo achieves 188 FPS on Low, 135 FPS on Medium, and 112 FPS on High settings. This is the only resolution where every preset, including Ultra at 72 FPS, remains comfortably playable.

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

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 3840x2160, the combo delivers 86 FPS on Low and 62 FPS on Medium settings. However, High settings drop to 51 FPS, and Ultra falls to 33 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay in a sports title.

Q: How does the GTX 1070's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The GTX 1070 has an average benchmark score of 9780, placing it in the 47th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD FirePro W5000, scores 9803, which is only 0.2% higher. The NVIDIA Quadro M2000M scores 9832 (0.5% higher), while the Tesla M10 scores 9724 (0.6% lower).

Q: What is the CPU's performance standing relative to other processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-9400 sits in the 47th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 2254. Its closest competitor, the Intel Core i7-1068NG7, scores 2259, a negligible 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 scores 2246, which is 0.4% lower.

Q: Is there a significant performance gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the gap is substantial. At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 136 FPS, Medium drops to 98 FPS, High to 81 FPS, and Ultra falls to 52 FPS. This represents a 62% reduction in average frame rate from Low to Ultra.

Q: What kind of frame time consistency can be expected at Medium settings?

A: The data provides minimum and maximum FPS figures only for Medium settings. At 1080p, the average is 135 FPS with a range of 115 to 155 FPS. At 1440p, the average is 98 FPS with a range of 83 to 112 FPS. At 4K, the average is 62 FPS with a range of 53 to 71 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 displays, the High preset at 112 FPS is the recommended starting point. This provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium while still maintaining frame rates well above 100 FPS, which is ideal for the fast-paced reactions required in a boxing sim. The Ultra preset at 72 FPS is viable for those who prioritize visual fidelity, but the drop from 112 to 72 FPS is substantial.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 81 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and smoothness. The Medium preset at 98 FPS is the safer choice for competitive play, as the 83 FPS minimum ensures that even demanding scenes with multiple fighters on screen remain fluid. The Ultra preset at 52 FPS is playable but will feel noticeably less responsive, especially during counter-punching exchanges.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that Low settings at 86 FPS are the only way to achieve a consistently smooth experience. Medium at 62 FPS is acceptable for casual play, but the 53 FPS minimum indicates potential stuttering during intense moments. High at 51 FPS and Ultra at 33 FPS are not recommended, as they fall below the 60 FPS target that most players expect from a sports title.

The measured frame times for Medium settings show a consistent pattern across resolutions: a spread of approximately 30% between minimum and maximum FPS. This suggests that the game engine has moderate frame pacing variance, but the averages are high enough at 1080p and 1440p that this variance is unlikely to be noticeable in practice.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-9400 features 6 cores and 6 threads, running at a base clock of 2.90 GHz with a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. This Coffee Lake processor has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The 9 MB shared L3 cache helps maintain responsive gameplay, though the CPU's overall performance percentile of 47 indicates it is a mid-range part.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, opponent AI, and physics calculations during matches. The 6-core, 6-thread configuration is sufficient for this task, as the game is not heavily multithreaded. The single-core performance, measured at 935 in Cinebench R23, is more relevant for this genre, as the game's core simulation loop typically runs on a single thread.

The CPU's benchmark results show a multi-core score of 6629 in Cinebench R23, which places it above entry-level processors but well below modern high-core-count parts. Its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 (0.2% faster) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (0.4% slower), confirming that this processor is competitive with other mid-range options from its era.

The 4.10 GHz boost clock is the key factor here. At 1080p with Low settings, the GPU is not the bottleneck at 188 FPS, meaning the CPU must keep up with the high frame rate. The measured data suggests the i5-9400 handles this workload effectively, as no CPU-bound limitations are apparent from the FPS figures. However, the lack of hyper-threading means that background tasks or streaming could introduce frame drops.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of Intel Core i5-9400 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 ranks 3072 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the lower 18% of all possible pairings, which is surprising given the respectable FPS numbers. The low rank is likely due to the age of both components; newer CPUs and GPUs achieve far higher frame rates, skewing the overall distribution.

Despite the low combo rank, the actual gameplay experience is solid for the hardware's generation. The rank reflects that there are many faster combinations available today, not that this pairing is inadequate. For a system built around these components, the measured FPS figures show that it can handle Undisputed well at 1080p and adequately at 1440p.

The GPU's percentile rank of 47 and the CPU's percentile rank of 47 both indicate mid-pack performance relative to all parts. When combined, they do not create an unexpected bottleneck; the performance scales predictably with resolution. The 3072nd rank out of 3718 should be interpreted as "this is an older system that still meets the minimum requirements for smooth 1080p play," rather than a reflection of poor optimization.

In comparison to other combos in the database, this pairing is best suited for 1080p gaming. At 1440p, it becomes a high-settings system, and at 4K, it is limited to low or medium settings. The rank would likely be much higher if the database only included combos from the same hardware generation.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is a Pascal architecture GPU with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth. It has 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. The base clock is 1506 MHz with a boost clock of 1683 MHz, delivering 6.463 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. This places the GPU in the 47th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 9780.

In Undisputed, the GTX 1070's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for all tested presets, even at 4K Ultra. The memory bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s is adequate for the game's texture streaming and particle effects. The GPU's pixel rate of 107.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 202.0 GTexel/s directly influence how well it handles the game's visual effects at higher resolutions.

The measured FPS data shows that the GPU scales predictably with resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low (188 FPS) and Ultra (72 FPS) is 116 FPS, indicating that the game's preset settings have a significant impact on GPU load. At 4K, the same settings span from 86 FPS to 33 FPS, showing that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

The GTX 1070's nearest rival, the AMD FirePro W5000, scores nearly identically in synthetic benchmarks (9803 vs 9780), but the GTX 1070's gaming performance is enhanced by its 8 GB memory allocation and DirectX 12_1 support. The GPU's 268 mm length and dual-slot design are typical for its performance class, and the 150 W TDP makes it compatible with a 450 W power supply.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce an average of 188 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suitable for any high-refresh-rate monitor. Medium settings average 135 FPS, with a recorded range of 115 to 155 FPS, indicating tight frame pacing. High settings average 112 FPS, still well above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings drop to 72 FPS, which is playable but represents a significant step down from High.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but requires more careful preset selection. Low settings average 136 FPS, providing a smooth experience for competitive play. Medium settings average 98 FPS, with a range of 83 to 112 FPS, which is the recommended choice for most players. High settings average 81 FPS, suitable for those who prioritize visuals over frame rate. Ultra settings average 52 FPS, which is borderline for a sports game where timing is crucial.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily taxed. Low settings average 86 FPS, which is the only preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. Medium settings average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS, indicating occasional dips below 60 FPS. High settings average 51 FPS, and Ultra settings average 33 FPS, making both presets unsuitable for smooth gameplay.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the difference between Low and Medium settings is roughly 30-40 FPS across all resolutions, while the jump from High to Ultra costs approximately 40 FPS at 1080p and 19 FPS at 4K. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes effects that disproportionately impact GPU performance, such as enhanced shadows or ambient occlusion, making High the best visual-to-performance compromise.