Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti delivers an exceptional experience in Undisputed, consistently producing high frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions. The data indicates that this combination is heavily GPU-bound at higher quality presets, while the processor’s strong single-thread performance ensures no bottlenecking at lower settings, making it a top-tier choice for this sports title.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the High preset is the clear recommendation across all resolutions. At 1080p, the combo achieves an average of 220.7 FPS, which is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate displays. Moving to 1440p, the average remains strong at 159.7 FPS, and even at 4K, the game runs smoothly at 100.7 FPS. This preset offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium while only incurring a modest performance cost, making it the optimal choice for most users.

The Ultra preset, while visually demanding, is only viable at lower resolutions. At 1080p, it produces an average of 144.3 FPS, which is still playable but represents a substantial drop from High. At 1440p, the average falls to 106.4 FPS, and at 4K, it dips to 64.5 FPS, which may feel less fluid for competitive play. Given these results, Ultra is best reserved for users who prioritize maximum graphical detail over raw frame rates, particularly at 1080p or 1440p.

For users seeking the highest possible frame rates, the Low preset provides a massive boost. At 1080p, the average reaches 375.2 FPS, at 1440p it is 272.8 FPS, and even at 4K it remains high at 171.7 FPS. The Medium preset serves as a middle ground, delivering 271.4 FPS at 1080p, 195 FPS at 1440p, and 124.1 FPS at 4K. However, given the small performance gap between Medium and High relative to the visual improvement, High remains the superior choice for most scenarios.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the primary driver of performance in Undisputed, and the data clearly shows its impact. With 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, it provides a bandwidth of 912.4 GB/s, which is more than adequate for this game’s textures even at 4K. The GPU’s boost clock of 1665 MHz and 10240 shading units demonstrate its raw compute capability, which translates directly into the high frame rates observed.

The GPU’s percentile ranking of 83 among all GPUs, combined with an average benchmark score of 41224, confirms its position as a high-end part. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which scores a deltaPct of -0.5, and the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 at -0.9, indicating that the RTX 3080 Ti is virtually on par with the RTX 3090 in synthetic tests. This performance parity is reflected in the game’s results, where the GPU is clearly the limiting factor at higher settings.

The scaling from Low to Ultra settings illustrates the GPU’s workload. At 4K, the difference between Low (171.7 FPS) and Ultra (64.5 FPS) is a 62% reduction in frame rate, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. This indicates that the RTX 3080 Ti’s architecture, with its 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, is being fully utilized as visual complexity increases.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Undisputed, this specific configuration ranks 404 out of 1580 tested combos. This places it in the top 26% of all systems tested, which is a strong showing given the game’s release date and the hardware’s generation. The rank reflects a balance between the CPU’s 89th percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU’s 83rd percentile, resulting in a synergistic pairing.

The combo’s rank suggests that while it is not the absolute fastest system tested, it outperforms the majority of configurations. The data shows that this pairing is particularly effective in this game, as the frame rates exceed 100 FPS at 4K High, which is a threshold many systems struggle to reach. The rank is also influenced by the CPU’s performance, which, despite being an older generation, holds its own against newer parts like the Intel Core i7-13700T (deltaPct 0.6) and the Intel Core i5-14500HX (deltaPct -0.7).

This ranking indicates that users with this combo can expect a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience without needing to upgrade either component for Undisputed. The system’s performance is consistent across resolutions, and the GPU’s 12 GB of VRAM ensures future-proofing against more demanding titles.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the combo delivers exceptional performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 375.2 FPS, which is nearly three times the refresh rate of a standard 144 Hz monitor. Medium follows at 271.4 FPS, High at 220.7 FPS, and Ultra at 144.3 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is not CPU-limited at this resolution, as the frame rates scale almost linearly with GPU load.

Moving to 1440p, the performance remains impressive. Low produces 272.8 FPS, Medium hits 195 FPS, High maintains 159.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 106.4 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent reduction in frame rates, with the High preset losing 27% of its performance, which is expected as the GPU processes more pixels.

At 4K, the system still delivers playable frame rates. Low averages 171.7 FPS, Medium reaches 124.1 FPS, High holds 100.7 FPS, and Ultra falls to 64.5 FPS. The 4K results highlight the GPU’s capability, as even the demanding Ultra preset remains above 60 FPS, making it viable for cinematic gameplay. The scaling across resolutions is consistent, with no anomalous dips, indicating stable performance.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is significant, revealing the GPU’s role as the primary bottleneck. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 220.7 at 1080p to 159.7 at 1440p, a 28% reduction, and then to 100.7 at 4K, a further 37% reduction. This demonstrates that the RTX 3080 Ti’s rendering load increases substantially with resolution, as expected.

The data shows that the CPU is not a limiting factor in this scaling. At Low settings, the 4K average of 171.7 FPS is still far above the 1080p Ultra average of 144.3 FPS, indicating that the processor can easily feed the GPU even at lower resolutions. If the CPU were a bottleneck, we would expect the 1080p Low and 4K Low results to be much closer, but the 54% difference between them confirms the GPU is the limiting component.

This scaling behavior suggests that users with high-refresh-rate displays at 1440p will benefit most from this combo, as it can push past 150 FPS on High settings. At 4K, the system is better suited for 60-100 Hz displays, where High settings provide a smooth experience without needing to compromise on visual quality.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K plays a crucial supporting role in this pairing. With 12 cores and 20 threads, it offers ample multi-threaded performance for background tasks, but its single-thread capabilities are what matter most for Undisputed. The CPU’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz and its 3dmark single-thread score of 1043 demonstrate strong per-core performance, which is essential for maintaining high frame rates.

The CPU’s benchmark results show it is well-suited for gaming. Its cinebench_r23 multicore score of 29241 and single-core score of 4128 indicate it can handle both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. In the context of Undisputed, the data suggests that the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p Low, where the average of 375.2 FPS is only limited by the GPU’s rendering speed.

The processor’s 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it ahead of its nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 (deltaPct -0.3) and the Intel Core i7-13800H (deltaPct 0.8). This performance headroom ensures that the RTX 3080 Ti is fully utilized, particularly in scenarios where frame rates exceed 200 FPS, where CPU overhead becomes more critical.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1440p?

A: The High preset is ideal at 1440p, delivering an average of 159.7 FPS. This provides a strong balance between visual quality and performance, with only a 44% drop from the Low preset’s 272.8 FPS while offering significantly better graphics.

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

A: Yes, it can. At 4K High settings, the combo averages 100.7 FPS, which is smooth for most displays. Even at 4K Ultra, it maintains 64.5 FPS, ensuring playable performance at the highest visual fidelity.

Q: How does the RTX 3080 Ti compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3090?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti scores a deltaPct of -0.5 compared to the RTX 3090, meaning it is nearly identical in performance. In Undisputed, this translates to very similar frame rates, with the 3080 Ti being a more efficient choice for this game.

*Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this GPU in Undisputed?*

A: No, the data shows the CPU is not a limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 375.2 FPS, and the frame rate scales with resolution, indicating the GPU is the primary bottleneck, not the i7-12700K.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and High settings at 1080p?

A: The drop from Medium to High is 50.7 FPS, going from 271.4 FPS to 220.7 FPS. This represents a 19% reduction, which is a reasonable trade-off for the visual improvements High provides.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Undisputed?*

A: It ranks 404th out of 1580 tested combos, placing it in the top 26% of all configurations. This ranking reflects its strong balance of CPU and GPU performance, making it a high-tier choice for this game.