Undisputed

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake-R architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its base clock runs at 3.40 GHz, with a boost clock reaching 5.60 GHz, giving it substantial single-thread headroom that matters for a sports title like Undisputed, where frame pacing and input responsiveness are tied to CPU scheduling. The processor carries 33 MB of shared L3 cache, alongside 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 80 KB of L1 per core, which helps keep fight-scene physics and AI opponent logic fed without stalling.

In benchmark terms, the i7-14700K posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33440.5 and a single-core score of 2160. Its Geekbench results show 20767 multi-core and 2569 single-core. These numbers place the CPU in the 94th percentile against all tested CPUs, indicating it sits well above the median in overall compute capability. When compared to its nearest rivals, the data shows a tight cluster: the AMD EPYC 9115 averages 69288 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X averages 69515 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX averages 69875 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F averages 69996 (0.9% higher). The i7-14700K's own average benchmark score is 69355, placing it within a 1% band of these competitors — meaning the CPU is not a differentiator in Undisputed's frame rate; it is more than sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU.

The PassMark multithread score of 52392 and single-thread score of 4472 reinforce that this processor has ample throughput for both background tasks and the main game thread. In Undisputed, where matches involve two fighters plus physics calculations for punches and knockdowns, the CPU's 28 threads ensure that no single core becomes a limiting factor. The measured FPS data supports this: at 1080p Low settings, the combo hits 240 FPS average, which is far beyond what a CPU-bound scenario would show if the processor were weak. The i7-14700K's 125 W TDP and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support also indicate it is designed for high sustained loads, though the game itself does not appear to stress it heavily given the high frame rates even at lower resolutions.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is built on the Navi 33 chip with RDNA 3.0 architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The memory clock runs at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective), while the GPU's base clock is 1980 MHz, with a game clock of 2470 MHz and a boost clock of 2755 MHz. This card has 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, along with 32 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 176.3 GPixel/s and texture rate is 352.6 GTexel/s, with FP32 compute at 22.57 TFLOPS.

The RX 7600 XT's 16 GB VRAM is a notable asset for Undisputed at higher resolutions. The measured FPS data shows that at 4K Ultra settings, the average drops to 42 FPS, while at 4K High it reaches 65 FPS. The VRAM capacity is not the limiting factor here; rather, the card's 128-bit memory bus and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth struggle to feed the shading units at 3840x2160 with maximum detail. In contrast, at 1080p Low, the card delivers 240 FPS average, indicating that at lower resolutions the GPU has ample headroom. The card's benchmark scores — PassMark G3D at 17132 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 2348 — place it in the 60th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, 0.3% lower), AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17019, 0.4% lower), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (17208, 0.7% higher), and NVIDIA Tesla M4 (16932, 0.9% lower). This clustering shows the RX 7600 XT performs in the same tier as these older or differently-positioned cards, despite being a newer architecture.

For Undisputed, the GPU's role is dominant. The data shows that at 1440p Medium, the combo achieves 125 FPS average, with a minimum of 106 FPS and maximum of 144 FPS. At 1080p Medium, the average jumps to 173 FPS, with min/max of 147/199. These results indicate that the RX 7600 XT is well-suited for 1440p gaming at medium-to-high settings, but Ultra settings at 4K push it beyond its comfortable envelope. The card's 190 W TDP and 450 W suggested PSU are modest, but the performance scaling across resolutions follows a predictable pattern: each step down in resolution yields roughly a 50-60% increase in frame rate at similar settings, which aligns with the GPU being the primary performance driver.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this combo for a smooth 60+ FPS experience?*

A: The data shows that at 4K High, the combo averages 65 FPS, while at 4K Medium it averages 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS. For a locked 60+ FPS experience, 4K High or Medium works, but 1440p High delivers 103 FPS average, providing more headroom.

*Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in Undisputed?*

A: No. The i7-14700K's single-core score of 2160 in Cinebench R23 and 4472 in PassMark single-thread, combined with 28 threads, ensures it is not a limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 240 FPS average, which is well beyond typical display refresh rates and indicates GPU-bound performance.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to the RTX 3070 in this game?

A: The RX 7600 XT has an average benchmark score of 17083, while the RTX 3070 scores 17208, which is 0.7% higher. In Undisputed specifically, the RX 7600 XT's 16 GB VRAM may help at 4K, but the measured FPS at 4K Ultra (42 FPS) suggests both cards would struggle at maximum settings.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 Ultra, the combo averages 92 FPS. This is the lowest 1080p setting tested, but still well above 60 FPS, making it playable for most users.

*Q: Is the 16 GB VRAM on the RX 7600 XT useful for Undisputed at 4K?*

A: The VRAM capacity is 16 GB, which is ample for the game's textures. However, the measured 4K Ultra average of 42 FPS indicates that the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth, not VRAM size, are the limiting factors at that resolution.

Q: What is the difference between Low and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings yield 174 FPS average, while High settings yield 103 FPS average. This 71 FPS difference shows a significant visual-to-performance trade-off, with Medium sitting at 125 FPS as a middle ground.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal experience for this combo depends on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers 173 FPS average with a minimum of 147 FPS, offering a strong balance between visual fidelity and performance headroom. The High preset at 1080p drops to 143 FPS average, which is still excellent, but Medium provides a 30 FPS advantage with only a modest visual downgrade. Ultra at 1080p yields 92 FPS, which is playable but sacrifices the fluidity that lower presets provide.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the best recommendation, achieving 125 FPS average with a minimum of 106 FPS. This keeps the frame rate above 100 FPS consistently, which is ideal for a fast-paced sports title where reaction times matter. High at 1440p drops to 103 FPS average, which is still smooth, but the 22 FPS gain from Medium makes it the superior choice for competitive play. Ultra at 1440p falls to 67 FPS, which is borderline for a game that benefits from high refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the only viable option for a consistent 60+ FPS experience, averaging 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS. High at 4K averages 65 FPS, which is close to the 60 FPS threshold but may dip below in demanding scenes. Low at 4K averages 110 FPS, but the visual quality loss is significant. Ultra at 4K averages 42 FPS, which is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

The data indicates that Medium settings provide the best experience across all three resolutions, as it consistently maintains high frame rates while retaining enough visual detail for the game's boxing arenas and fighter models. The measured min FPS values for Medium (67 at 4K, 106 at 1440p, 147 at 1080p) show that this preset has the most stable frame pacing, avoiding the stutter that can occur with less consistent settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700K + AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combo ranks 2359 out of 3718 tested combinations in Undisputed. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is notable given the individual components' percentiles. The CPU sits in the 94th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 60th percentile against all GPUs. The combination of a top-tier processor with a mid-range graphics card results in a system that is heavily GPU-bound in this game, and the ranking reflects that the GPU's performance tier, not the CPU, determines the overall standing.

The rank of 2359 out of 3718 means that roughly 63% of tested combos outperform this one in Undisputed. This is not surprising given that the RX 7600 XT's nearest rivals include the RTX 3070, which scores 0.7% higher on average, and the GPU's overall percentile is only 60. Combos with higher-tier GPUs will naturally achieve better frame rates, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute limits become apparent. However, the i7-14700K's strong CPU performance ensures that this combo does not suffer from any CPU-induced bottlenecks, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the GPU can stretch its legs without being constrained by the CPU. At 4K, the combo's rank would likely drop further, as the RX 7600 XT's 128-bit memory bus limits its ability to handle the higher pixel count. The 16 GB VRAM is a distinguishing feature, but it does not compensate for the card's compute throughput when compared to higher-tier GPUs with wider memory interfaces. Overall, the ranking reflects a system that is capable but not exceptional for Undisputed, with the GPU being the clear performance limiter.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the combo's performance varies significantly by preset. The Low preset averages 110 FPS, which is surprisingly high for 4K and suggests the game is not overly demanding at minimum settings. The Medium preset averages 79 FPS, with a minimum of 67 FPS and maximum of 91 FPS, providing a stable experience above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset averages 65 FPS, which is playable but leaves little headroom for dips. The Ultra preset averages 42 FPS, which is not suitable for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 174 FPS, offering excellent performance for esports-style play. The Medium preset averages 125 FPS, with a minimum of 106 FPS and maximum of 144 FPS, making it the sweet spot for this resolution. The High preset averages 103 FPS, which is still smooth but shows a noticeable drop from Medium. The Ultra preset averages 67 FPS, which is borderline for a game that benefits from higher refresh rates.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 240 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset and indicates the GPU is not stressed at this resolution. The Medium preset averages 173 FPS, with a minimum of 147 FPS and maximum of 199 FPS, providing a very consistent experience. The High preset averages 143 FPS, which is still excellent but shows the scaling of GPU load. The Ultra preset averages 92 FPS, which is the lowest 1080p result but still well above 60 FPS.

The data reveals a clear pattern: each resolution step down yields roughly a 50-70% increase in average FPS at the same settings, while each settings step down yields a 20-40% increase at the same resolution. The Medium preset consistently provides the best balance of frame rate and stability, as shown by its min FPS values being the most reliable across all resolutions. The Ultra preset, while visually impressive, consistently drops below 100 FPS at all tested resolutions, making it less suitable for competitive play. The Low preset offers the highest frame rates but sacrifices visual quality to a degree that may not be necessary given the Medium preset's strong performance.