Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i7-12700KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

This combination sits at the top of the leaderboard for Undisputed, ranking 1st out of 2,813 tested CPU-GPU pairings in this title. The data shows a system that is massively overqualified for the game's demands, delivering frame rates that exceed the refresh rate of virtually any display on the market, even at 4K with Ultra settings. This is a benchmark-focused look at how these two components interact specifically in Undisputed, and what the measured numbers mean for anyone considering this build.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern: Undisputed becomes progressively more GPU-bound as resolution increases, but even at 4K, the RTX 5090 D remains the dominant force. At 1080p High settings, the system produces 344 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 249 FPS, a reduction of roughly 27.6%. At 4K High, the average falls to 157 FPS, which is a 54.4% drop from the 1080p result. This scaling curve is steep, indicating that the GPU is working harder at each step, but the absolute numbers remain staggeringly high.

The Low settings preset tells an even more dramatic story. At 1080p Low, the system hits 578 FPS. At 1440p Low, it produces 418 FPS, and at 4K Low, it still manages 264 FPS. The 1080p-to-4K drop at Low settings is 54.3%, nearly identical in percentage to the High preset drop. This consistency suggests that the performance ceiling at lower settings is not being artificially capped by the CPU; the scaling is smooth and proportional, which is typical of a well-optimized engine that isn't hitting a single-thread bottleneck.

The Medium preset offers the most complete data, with min and max frame rates recorded. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 416 FPS with a minimum of 354 and a maximum of 478. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 301 FPS with a range of 256 to 346. At 4K Medium, the average is 190 FPS, with a minimum of 162 and a maximum of 219. The min-to-max spread is roughly 30% of the average at each resolution, which indicates a consistent frame delivery without major hitches.

Ultra settings present the heaviest load. The system still delivers 222 FPS at 1080p Ultra, which drops to 160 FPS at 1440p Ultra and 101 FPS at 4K Ultra. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra is 54.5%, matching the pattern seen in other presets. The fact that the scaling percentage is nearly identical across all four presets — roughly 54-55% from 1080p to 4K — strongly suggests that the limiting factor is the GPU's raw throughput rather than any CPU or memory constraint. The i7-12700KF is clearly keeping pace even at the lowest resolution, where CPU overhead typically becomes more pronounced.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. In the context of Undisputed, a sports title that does not typically stress multi-core processors heavily, this CPU is more than sufficient. The benchmark data supports this: the processor ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35,365.

Looking at the nearest rivals in the database, the i7-12700KF sits within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-12700K (which scores 35,287) and the Intel Core i5-13600T (35,305). It trails the Intel Core i7-13700T by 0.1% (35,403) and the Intel Core 5 213PE by 0.2% (35,428). These deltas are negligible in real-world gaming terms. The single-thread performance, which matters most for game physics and logic, is strong: the 3DMark single-thread score is 1,043, and the Cinebench R23 single-core result is 4,071. Multi-threaded scores are equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28,838 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 14,367.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role is to keep the game logic, AI, and physics running without bottlenecking the GPU. Given that the frame rates at 1080p Low reach 578 FPS, the i7-12700KF is clearly not a limiting factor. The data shows that even at the lowest resolution and settings, where CPU overhead would be most exposed, the processor delivers enough throughput to feed the RTX 5090 D. The 20 threads provide headroom for background tasks, but the game likely uses only a fraction of them. The L3 cache is 25 MB shared, which is ample for a sports title's working set.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is the centerpiece of this build, and its specifications are staggering. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The GPU has 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 raster output units. It also includes 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. The boost clock is 2,407 MHz, and the card is built on TSMC's 5 nm process with a die size of 750 mm².

The GPU ranks in the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77,712. Interestingly, its nearest rivals in the database are not modern desktop cards but rather older or mobile parts: the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (76,904, 1.1% slower), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940, 1.6% faster), and two NVIDIA Tesla P100 variants (79,396 and 79,605, 2.1% and 2.4% faster respectively). This indicates that the benchmark score alone doesn't fully capture the RTX 5090 D's gaming prowess, particularly in a title like Undisputed where raw rasterization performance is key.

In Undisputed, the GPU's massive memory bandwidth and high shader count translate directly into the high frame rates seen in the measured data. The 32 GB VRAM is far beyond what this game requires, but it ensures zero memory pressure regardless of resolution or texture quality. The 1.79 TB/s bandwidth allows for high-resolution textures and effects without any bandwidth bottleneck. The FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS provides ample compute for the game's physics and rendering effects.

The pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s are theoretical maximums, but the measured FPS data suggests the card is operating efficiently. At 4K Ultra, the card delivers 101 FPS, which is a demanding workload, yet it maintains smooth performance. The 575 W TDP and suggested 950 W PSU indicate this is a power-hungry card, but the performance payoff is clear in the benchmark results.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings produce 578 FPS average, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 416 FPS with a minimum of 354 and a maximum of 478. High settings drop to 344 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 222 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 356 FPS, which demonstrates the significant impact of the Ultra preset's added effects.

Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers remain extraordinarily high. Low settings deliver 418 FPS, which is still above the refresh rate of any mainstream gaming monitor. Medium settings average 301 FPS with a range of 256 to 346. High settings produce 249 FPS, and Ultra settings deliver 160 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at each setting is consistent: approximately 27-28% for Low, Medium, and High, while Ultra drops by 28% as well.

At 3840x2160, the system still delivers high-refresh-rate performance. Low settings average 264 FPS, which is more than enough for any 4K high-refresh display. Medium settings produce 190 FPS with a minimum of 162 and a maximum of 219. High settings deliver 157 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 101 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured scenario that dips below 144 FPS, but 101 FPS is still well above the 60 FPS standard and suitable for smooth gameplay on most displays.

The Medium preset is the only one with complete min/max data at all three resolutions. The minimum frame rates are 354 at 1080p, 256 at 1440p, and 162 at 4K. These minimums are still exceptionally high, indicating that even in the most demanding scenes, the system maintains playable frame rates. The maximum frame rates (478, 346, and 219 respectively) show that there is headroom for even higher performance in less demanding scenes.

FAQ

*Q: Is this combo overkill for Undisputed?*

A: The data suggests yes. The system ranks 1st out of 2,813 tested combinations, and even at 4K Ultra settings, it delivers 101 FPS average. At 1080p Low, it reaches 578 FPS, which far exceeds any display's refresh rate. This is a top-tier combination that will not be challenged by this game.

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this hardware?*

A: Based on the measured data, 4K High settings at 157 FPS offers an excellent balance of visual quality and speed. If you prefer maximum visual fidelity, 4K Ultra at 101 FPS is still smooth. For competitive play, 1440p High at 249 FPS or 1080p High at 344 FPS provides extremely high refresh rates.

Q: How does the i7-12700KF compare to its closest rivals?

A: The i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35,365. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core i7-13700T (35,403) and 0.2% faster than the Intel Core i5-13600T (35,305) and the Intel Core i7-12700K (35,287). It is 0.2% faster than the Intel Core 5 213PE (35,428). These differences are negligible for gaming.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5090 D scores 77,712 on average. It is 1.1% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (76,904) but 1.6% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940). It trails the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB and 16 GB by 2.1% and 2.4% respectively. These are benchmark scores, not gaming-specific results.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and Ultra at 4K?

A: At 4K, Medium settings produce 190 FPS average with a minimum of 162 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 101 FPS average. That is an 89 FPS difference, which represents a significant visual quality trade-off for nearly half the frame rate.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at low resolutions?

A: No. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 578 FPS, which indicates the CPU is not limiting performance. The i7-12700KF's single-thread score of 1,043 in 3DMark and 4,071 in Cinebench R23 single-core is sufficient to feed the GPU even at the lowest resolution and settings.

Settings Recommendations

For players using this combination, the measured data provides clear guidance on which preset to choose based on your display and preferences. If you have a 4K display with a 120 Hz or 144 Hz refresh rate, High settings at 157 FPS average is the sweet spot. It delivers smooth performance that exceeds most 4K displays' refresh rates while providing good visual quality. Ultra settings at 101 FPS are acceptable if you prioritize image quality over frame rate, but the 56 FPS drop from High to Ultra is substantial for a sports game.

For 1440p displays with high refresh rates (165 Hz or 240 Hz), the Medium preset at 301 FPS average is the best choice. It provides a frame rate that exceeds virtually any display's capability, and the minimum of 256 FPS ensures no drops below your display's refresh rate. High settings at 249 FPS are also viable if you want better visuals, but Medium offers a safer margin above typical 240 Hz displays. Ultra at 160 FPS is suitable for 144 Hz displays, but the added visual effects may not justify the lower frame rate.

For 1080p displays, the system is so fast that the preset choice is purely about visual preference. Medium at 416 FPS and High at 344 FPS both provide frame rates far beyond any 1080p display's capability. Ultra at 222 FPS is also above the 240 Hz ceiling of the fastest 1080p monitors. The data suggests that High settings at 344 FPS offers the best visual-to-performance ratio, as the difference between High and Ultra is 122 FPS, which is noticeable only in theory, not on any real display.

The Medium preset consistently shows the most stable frame delivery, with the only complete min/max data in the dataset. At 4K Medium, the 162 FPS minimum still exceeds the 144 Hz threshold. At 1440p Medium, the 256 FPS minimum ensures compatibility with 240 Hz displays. This makes Medium the safest recommendation for players who want guaranteed smooth performance without any risk of frame drops below their display's refresh rate.

For players with standard 60 Hz displays, every preset and resolution combination is overkill. Even 4K Ultra at 101 FPS is more than sufficient. In this case, the recommendation is to enable Ultra settings at 4K and enjoy the highest visual quality, as the frame rate will be capped by your display anyway. The RTX 5090 D's 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensure that even the most demanding texture packs and effects will not cause any memory-related stuttering.

The final recommendation is to match the preset to your display's refresh rate. For 4K 120 Hz displays, use High settings. For 4K 60 Hz displays, use Ultra settings. For 1440p 240 Hz displays, use Medium settings. For 1440p 144 Hz displays, use Ultra settings. For 1080p displays of any refresh rate, use High or Ultra settings based on visual preference. This approach ensures you get the best visual quality without wasting the system's performance headroom.