Undisputed

Undisputed, the boxing simulation from Steel City Interactive, presents an interesting performance profile for the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 pairing. The benchmark data reveals a configuration that is heavily skewed toward high refresh rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K Ultra remains a demanding target. The measured frame rates show a clear hierarchy where the GPU becomes the primary constraint as resolution climbs, but the CPU’s substantial core count ensures the game never feels processor-bound at standard settings.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression across resolutions tells a classic story of GPU-bound scaling, but with some notable nuances specific to this title. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 241 FPS, which drops to 174 FPS at 1440p and further to 110 FPS at 4K. This represents a 54% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, indicating that even at the lowest graphical preset, the RTX 5050’s rendering throughput is the limiting factor.

The scaling pattern becomes more pronounced at higher settings. With Medium settings, the average frame rate falls from 173 FPS at 1080p to 125 FPS at 1440p (a 28% drop), and then to 79 FPS at 4K (a 54% drop from 1440p). This increasingly steep decline at 4K suggests the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus begin to struggle with the higher pixel count and texture demands. The High settings preset shows a similar trend: 144 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K.

The most telling data point is at Ultra settings, where the 4K average collapses to just 42 FPS. This is less than half of the 92 FPS achieved at 1080p Ultra, and the scaling from 1440p Ultra (67 FPS) to 4K Ultra shows a 37% performance penalty. These results indicate that the RTX 5050 is not designed for 4K Ultra gaming in Undisputed; the combination of high-resolution textures, advanced lighting, and post-processing effects overwhelms the GPU’s computational resources.

What does this say about the limiting component? The CPU, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, never appears to be a bottleneck. The frame rate drops are consistent with what one would expect from a GPU with 2560 shading units and 32 ROPs. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would typically be taxed more heavily, the i7-14700F’s 5.40 GHz boost clock and strong single-thread performance keep the frame rate high without introducing a plateau. The data suggests that owners of this combo should treat 1080p and 1440p as the primary gaming resolutions, with 4K reserved for lower settings or less demanding scenes.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p as the sweet spot. At High settings, the combo delivers 104 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At Medium settings, 1440p yields 125 FPS average with a minimum of 107 FPS, providing a comfortable margin for high refresh rate displays. 4K is playable at Low (110 FPS) and Medium (79 FPS), but High and Ultra settings fall to 66 FPS and 42 FPS respectively, making them less ideal for consistent competitive play.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest rivals based on benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035, placing it at the 66th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, scores 21153, which is 0.6% higher. The AMD Radeon HD 8970M is 1% higher at 21237, while the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is 1.6% lower at 20713. The NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile leads the group at 21379, or 1.6% higher. This places the RTX 5050 in a tight performance cluster where differences of 1-2% are negligible in real-world gaming.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700F a strong match for this GPU?

A: Yes, the benchmark data indicates the CPU is more than capable. The i7-14700F scores 35122 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4958 in single-core, with a 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6505P, has an average score that is 0.2% lower. In Undisputed, the CPU’s 20 cores and 28 threads provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p where CPU load is typically highest.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 173 FPS at 1080p Medium, with a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 200 FPS. This is an excellent result for high refresh rate monitors, providing a smooth experience even during intense boxing exchanges. The minimum frame rate of 147 FPS indicates that there are no significant stutters or drops, making this a highly recommended configuration.

Q: How does Undisputed’s performance scale from 1440p to 4K?

A: The scaling is heavily dependent on settings. At Low, the drop is from 174 FPS to 110 FPS, a 37% reduction. At Medium, it falls from 125 FPS to 79 FPS, a 37% reduction. At High, it goes from 104 FPS to 66 FPS, a 37% reduction. At Ultra, the drop is steeper, from 67 FPS to 42 FPS, a 37% reduction. This consistent 37% penalty across settings suggests the GPU’s memory bandwidth is the primary constraint at 4K.

Q: What is the combo’s overall ranking among tested combinations?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F and RTX 5050 combo ranks 2286 out of 3718 tested combinations in Undisputed. This places it in the 38th percentile of all combos, which is a mid-pack result. The ranking reflects the GPU’s mid-range positioning, as higher-ranked combos typically feature more powerful graphics cards that can better handle 4K Ultra settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It supports 28 threads, which is a significant amount of parallelism for a desktop CPU. In Undisputed, a sports title that may not be heavily multithreaded, the CPU’s high boost clock is likely more important than its core count.

The benchmark scores reflect a strong all-around performer. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14751 and single-core score of 2082 indicate that the CPU can handle both heavily threaded workloads and single-threaded tasks with ease. The Geekbench multi-core score of 19620 and single-core score of 2429 further corroborate this. For gaming, the PassMark single-thread score of 4257 is particularly relevant, as it suggests strong per-core performance that can drive high frame rates in games that rely on a few fast cores.

In the context of this combo, the CPU’s role is to feed the RTX 5050 with enough data to keep it busy. The measured FPS data suggests this is happening effectively. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 241 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that could potentially stress the CPU. However, the i7-14700F does not appear to be a limiting factor, as the frame rate scales predictably with GPU load. The L3 cache of 33 MB shared, along with 2 MB per core L2 cache, helps reduce memory latency and improve game performance.

The CPU’s 65 W TDP is relatively low for a 20-core processor, which means it can be cooled by a capable air cooler without excessive noise. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives users flexibility, though the dual-channel memory bus is standard. The PCIe Gen 5 x16 interface provides ample bandwidth for the RTX 5050’s PCIe 5.0 x8 connection, ensuring no bottleneck from the system bus.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranking of 2286 out of 3718 places this pairing in the lower-middle tier of all tested configurations for Undisputed. This is primarily due to the RTX 5050’s performance class, as the CPU is a top-tier part. The GPU’s 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs is the main driver of this combo’s mid-pack position.

To contextualize this, consider that the combo’s performance is limited by the GPU at most settings and resolutions. The CPU’s 91st percentile ranking means it has significant headroom, but this cannot compensate for the GPU’s limitations at 4K Ultra. The combo performs best at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU can maintain high frame rates.

The nearest rivals for the CPU, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (0.6% higher average score), would likely perform similarly in this game, as the GPU is the bottleneck. The RTX 5050’s rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (1.6% lower score), would produce nearly identical frame rates in Undisputed. This suggests that the combo’s ranking is representative of a mid-range GPU paired with a high-end CPU, which is a common configuration for gamers who prioritize 1080p and 1440p performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user’s resolution and refresh rate priorities. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 173 FPS, a minimum of 147 FPS, and a maximum of 200 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on 144Hz and 165Hz monitors, with the minimum frame rate staying well above the refresh rate threshold.

For 1440p, the High preset is highly recommended. It achieves an average of 104 FPS, which is excellent for a 1440p monitor. The Medium preset at 1440p offers 125 FPS average, but the visual improvement from High is often worth the 21 FPS reduction. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 67 FPS, which is still playable but may not justify the visual gains for some users.

At 4K, users should stick to Low or Medium settings. The Low preset yields 110 FPS, which is surprisingly high for 4K and provides a smooth experience. The Medium preset at 79 FPS is also acceptable for slower-paced games like Undisputed, where frame rate drops are less noticeable than in fast-action shooters. High and Ultra at 4K are not recommended, as the frame rates of 66 FPS and 42 FPS respectively may lead to inconsistent gameplay.

For those with high refresh rate monitors (144Hz or higher), the 1080p Low preset at 241 FPS is the only way to fully utilize the display’s potential. However, the visual quality at Low settings is significantly reduced, so most users will prefer the Medium preset at 1080p for a better visual experience without sacrificing much responsiveness.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for the Intel Core i7-14700F and RTX 5050 combo in Undisputed is as follows:

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 241 FPS average
• Medium: 173 FPS average, 147 FPS minimum, 200 FPS maximum
• High: 144 FPS average
• Ultra: 92 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 174 FPS average
• Medium: 125 FPS average, 107 FPS minimum, 144 FPS maximum
• High: 104 FPS average
• Ultra: 67 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 110 FPS average
• Medium: 79 FPS average, 67 FPS minimum, 91 FPS maximum
• High: 66 FPS average
• Ultra: 42 FPS average

The data reveals a consistent pattern where each step up in settings reduces performance by approximately 30-40%. For example, at 1080p, Low to Medium is a 28% reduction, Medium to High is a 17% reduction, and High to Ultra is a 36% reduction. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes particularly demanding effects that significantly impact performance.

The minimum and maximum FPS values for Medium settings show tight frame pacing, with the minimum often within 15% of the average. This indicates stable performance without major stutters, which is important for a game with precise timing mechanics like boxing. The absence of min/max data for other settings suggests they were either not measured or did not exhibit notable variation.

At 4K, the Low setting’s 110 FPS average is a standout result, showing that the RTX 5050 can handle 4K gaming when graphical fidelity is sacrificed. However, the Ultra setting’s 42 FPS average makes it clear that this combo is not intended for maximum quality at 4K. Users seeking the best experience should focus on 1080p or 1440p, where the combo delivers consistently high frame rates across multiple settings.