Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i7-14700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Undisputed, but the data reveals a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra where the GPU becomes the primary constraint. Across the twelve measured configurations, the combo averages between 49 FPS at 4K Ultra and 282 FPS at 1080p Low, demonstrating a wide performance envelope that scales predictably with resolution and settings. The combo ranks 1838th out of 3718 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database, with the CPU holding a strong 91st percentile position among all processors while the GPU sits at the 59th percentile among all graphics cards. This disparity between component percentiles is the central story: the i7-14700F has ample headroom, but the RTX 3060 Ti determines the playable limits at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep performance drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, with the magnitude of that drop directly tied to the graphics settings. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 282 at 1920x1080 to 204 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 78 FPS (27.7%), and further down to 129 at 3840x2160, another 75 FPS (36.8%) decrease from the 1440p figure. This pattern indicates that even at Low settings, the GPU is already the limiting factor at 1440p and above, as the frame rate drops roughly proportionally with the increase in pixel count.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 203 FPS at 1080p, 147 FPS at 1440p, and 93 FPS at 4K. The 1080p-to-1440p drop is 56 FPS (27.6%), while the 1440p-to-4K drop is 54 FPS (36.7%). Notably, the Medium preset is the only one that includes min and max FPS data at all three resolutions: at 1080p, the range is 172–233 FPS; at 1440p, it narrows to 125–169 FPS; and at 4K, it tightens further to 79–107 FPS. This shrinking spread at higher resolutions suggests that frame time consistency improves as the GPU becomes more fully utilized, reducing the influence of CPU-side hitches.

High settings show a similar trajectory: 168 FPS at 1080p, 121 FPS at 1440p, and 77 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 28.0% from 1080p to 1440p and 36.4% from 1440p to 4K, nearly identical to the Low and Medium presets. Ultra settings, however, show the most severe scaling: 108 FPS at 1080p drops to 78 FPS at 1440p (a 27.8% reduction) and then to 49 FPS at 4K (a 37.2% reduction from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across all four settings levels—hovering around 28% for the first step and 37% for the second—strongly indicates that the performance scaling is driven by pixel throughput rather than any particular setting's computational cost.

The 4K Ultra result of 49 FPS is the only measured configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, making it the sole instance where this combo fails to deliver smooth gameplay. The 1080p Ultra score of 108 FPS, by contrast, shows that the GPU can handle the highest settings when pixel count is modest. The data suggests that the RTX 3060 Ti's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p across all settings, but the 4K resolution pushes the GPU past its comfort zone at Ultra, where the 49 FPS average indicates a hard computational limit rather than a memory capacity issue.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its base clock runs at 2.10 GHz with a boost clock of up to 5.40 GHz, and the chip includes a shared 33 MB L3 cache alongside 2 MB L2 cache per core. In synthetic benchmarks, the processor achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and a single-core score of 4958, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 19620 and single-core of 2429. It also posts an average benchmark score of 53620, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs tested, with nearest rivals including the Intel Xeon 6505P (deltaPct -0.2%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (deltaPct +0.6%).

For Undisputed, a sports title that typically relies more on single-thread performance for game logic and physics, the i7-14700F's strong single-core showing is relevant. The PassMark single-thread score of 4257 and the Cinebench R15 single-core score of 499 indicate that the CPU can feed frames quickly enough to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at lower resolutions. Indeed, the data supports this: at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 282 FPS, a figure far above what the RTX 3060 Ti would achieve in most titles, suggesting the CPU is keeping pace with the GPU's output.

The processor's 20 cores and 28 threads are overkill for a game like Undisputed, which is unlikely to scale beyond a handful of threads. However, this headroom means that background tasks, streaming, or recording software will have minimal impact on frame rates. The 65 W TDP is modest for a 20-core part, and the processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel interface, though the measured FPS data does not differentiate between memory configurations. The CPU's percentile rank of 91 versus the GPU's 59 highlights that the processor is not the limiting component in this combo; the frame rates across all resolutions and settings are constrained by the graphics card's throughput.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the Medium preset at 1440p offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, delivering 147 FPS average with a recorded range of 125–169 FPS. This 1440p Medium configuration provides a 27.6% improvement over High settings at the same resolution (121 FPS) while maintaining frame rates well above the 120 FPS threshold for high-refresh-rate displays. The 4K Medium result of 93 FPS is also respectable, but the min FPS of 79 suggests occasional dips that could be noticeable in fast-paced boxing exchanges.

For players targeting 1080p with maximum visual fidelity, the Ultra preset at 108 FPS is the best choice, as it stays comfortably above 100 FPS and provides the highest settings available. The 1080p High preset at 168 FPS is a viable alternative for those prioritizing frame rate over visual detail, but the jump from High to Ultra costs 60 FPS (35.7%) at the same resolution, which is a significant trade-off for the incremental visual gains. The 1080p Medium preset at 203 FPS offers the most headroom for competitive play, though the min FPS of 172 indicates that even the lowest frame times remain smooth.

At 4K, the recommendations are more constrained. The High preset at 77 FPS is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes, while the Medium preset at 93 FPS is the best 4K option for maintaining a consistent experience. The Ultra preset at 49 FPS should be avoided for any serious play, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and would produce noticeable stutter in a game that relies on precise timing for dodges and counters. The Low preset at 4K (129 FPS) is technically smooth, but the visual compromise is substantial; the data shows that the Medium preset at 93 FPS is the sweet spot for 4K, offering a 19.2% improvement over High while remaining 44 FPS ahead of Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti combination ranks 1838th out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it at the 49.4th percentile of all tested systems. This mid-pack ranking is somewhat surprising given the CPU's strong 91st percentile standing, but it reflects the GPU's more modest 59th percentile position. The RTX 3060 Ti's average benchmark score of 16129 places it just 0.7% behind the AMD Radeon RX 9060 and 1.4% behind both the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, according to the nearestRivals data. This tight clustering around the 3060 Ti's performance level suggests that the GPU is the primary determinant of this combo's ranking.

In the context of the full database, a rank of 1838 out of 3718 means the combo sits near the median, which aligns with the GPU's mid-tier positioning. The CPU's performance relative to its rivals—being 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and 0.8% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7313P in average benchmark score—does not translate into a higher combo rank because the game's frame rates are predominantly GPU-bound. The measured FPS data confirms this: at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 282 FPS, which is likely near the RTX 3060 Ti's maximum output in Undisputed regardless of CPU. At 4K Ultra, the 49 FPS result is clearly a GPU limitation, as the CPU would need to be severely underpowered to cause such a low frame rate at any resolution.

The ranking also reflects the game's moderate graphical demands. Undisputed is a sports title, not a graphically intensive AAA release, so even a mid-range GPU like the RTX 3060 Ti can produce high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. This means the combo's ranking is more sensitive to GPU performance than to CPU capability, which explains why a top-tier processor paired with a mid-range GPU lands in the middle of the pack. For comparison, a system with a weaker CPU but a stronger GPU would likely rank higher in this specific game, underscoring the importance of GPU selection for Undisputed performance.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware in Undisputed?*

A: The data shows that 1440p Medium delivers 147 FPS average with a min of 125 FPS, offering the best combination of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Ultra runs at 108 FPS, while 4K Medium runs at 93 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but only at Medium settings (93 FPS) or High settings (77 FPS). The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53620, which is 0.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and 0.8% higher than the AMD EPYC 7313P. It is 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6505P.

Q: What is the GPU's performance ranking relative to other cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti sits at the 59th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16129. It is 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 9060 and 1.4% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M.

Q: How much FPS is lost when increasing from 1080p to 4K at Medium settings?

A: At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 203 at 1920x1080 to 147 at 2560x1440, then to 93 at 3840x2160. The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 110 FPS, a 54.2% reduction.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 91st percentile of all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile. The frame rate scaling across resolutions follows a pattern consistent with GPU-bound performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are 282 for Low, 203 for Medium (with min 172 and max 233), 168 for High, and 108 for Ultra. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 174 FPS, with Low delivering 2.6 times the frame rate of Ultra. The Medium preset's min FPS of 172 indicates that even the lowest frame times at 1080p remain well above the 144 Hz refresh rate threshold, making this resolution suitable for competitive play at any setting.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values drop to 204 for Low, 147 for Medium (with min 125 and max 169), 121 for High, and 78 for Ultra. The 1440p results show a similar relative pattern to 1080p, but the absolute gaps narrow: the difference between Low and Ultra is 126 FPS, with Low delivering 2.6 times the frame rate of Ultra, identical to the 1080p ratio. The Medium preset's min FPS of 125 means that 1440p Medium is the highest resolution and settings combination that maintains frame rates above 120 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS values fall to 129 for Low, 93 for Medium (with min 79 and max 107), 77 for High, and 49 for Ultra. The 4K results show the most compressed range: the difference between Low and Ultra is 80 FPS, with Low delivering 2.6 times the frame rate of Ultra, again matching the ratio seen at 1080p and 1440p. The Medium preset's min FPS of 79 is the only 4K configuration that stays above 60 FPS throughout, as the High and Ultra presets likely dip below that threshold, though min FPS data is not provided for those settings.

Across all resolutions, the relationship between Low and Ultra frame rates remains remarkably consistent at approximately 2.6x, indicating that the performance scaling is uniform regardless of resolution. The Medium preset provides the only complete FPS range data, showing that the minimum frame rates degrade proportionally with resolution: 172 at 1080p, 125 at 1440p, and 79 at 4K. This consistent degradation pattern suggests that the RTX 3060 Ti's computational throughput scales predictably with pixel count, and the 8 GB VRAM capacity does not introduce any non-linear effects at 4K, as the 93 FPS Medium result demonstrates adequate memory headroom.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with a GA104 chip manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process. It features 4864 shading units, 152 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units, along with 38 ray tracing cores and 152 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1410 MHz with a boost clock of 1665 MHz, and its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at an effective speed of 14 Gbps across a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card's FP32 performance is rated at 16.20 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

In the context of Undisputed, the RTX 3060 Ti's performance is characterized by its 59th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 16129. The PassMark G3D score of 20349 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2626 provide additional context, though the game's measured FPS values are the most relevant data. The GPU's transistor count of 17,400 million on a 392 mm² die gives it a transistor density of 44.4 million per mm², which is moderate for the Ampere generation. The card's 200 W TDP and 550 W suggested PSU indicate that it is a mid-range power consumer, and its dual-slot design with a single 12-pin power connector is typical for this class.

The GPU's role in this combo is decisive. The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 3060 Ti's output scales linearly with resolution—the 2.6x ratio between Low and Ultra frame rates persists at every resolution, confirming that the GPU is the sole performance bottleneck. The card's 448.0 GB/s bandwidth and 8 GB capacity are sufficient for all settings at 1080p and 1440p, as evidenced by the high frame rates at those resolutions. At 4K, the GPU's raw compute power becomes the limiting factor, particularly at Ultra settings where the 49 FPS average suggests the card is rendering more than 16.20 TFLOPS of work. The GPU's nearest rivals—the AMD Radeon RX 9060 (0.7% ahead), AMD Radeon Pro 5600M (1.4% behind), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (1.4% behind)—all fall within a narrow performance band, indicating that the RTX 3060 Ti is positioned at a competitive performance point that directly influences this combo's overall ranking in the database.