Undisputed

# Undisputed with Intel Core i7-14700K + Intel Arc B370

This combination places the Intel Core i7-14700K with the Intel Arc B370 integrated GPU, a pairing that ranks 2592 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed. The data shows this is a playable setup only at specific settings, with the CPU far outclassing the graphics solution. The Core i7-14700K sits in the 94th percentile among all CPUs, while the Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile among all GPUs, making the graphics side the clear bottleneck in every scenario. The benchmark results for this pairing are measured, not estimated, so the FPS figures represent actual observed performance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The processor features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support available. The chip includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, but in this setup the Arc B370 handles all rendering duties.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Core i7-14700K demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance. It scores 33,440.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,160 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it achieves 18,544 multi-core and 2,617 single-core. Geekbench results show 20,767 multi-core and 2,569 single-core. PassMark multithread score is 52,392, with a single-thread score of 4,472. Additional PassMark results include 695,234 in data compression, 40,091 in data encryption, 40,632 in extended instructions, and 134,222 in floating point math. The CPU's average benchmark score is 69,355, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs.

The nearest rivals in CPU benchmark performance are all within 1% of the Core i7-14700K's average score. The AMD EPYC 9115 scores 69,288, which is 0.1% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69,515, 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69,875, 0.7% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69,996, 0.9% higher. This clustering means the Core i7-14700K delivers essentially identical processing throughput to those competing chips in general workloads.

For Undisputed specifically, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with game state data, physics calculations, and AI routines for opponent boxers. With 20 cores and 28 threads, the processor has ample headroom for these tasks. Even at the highest settings where frame rates drop to 20 FPS at 4K, the CPU is unlikely to be the limiting factor. The benchmark results show that this processor can handle the game's simulation demands without creating a bottleneck, as evidenced by the fact that FPS scales primarily with resolution changes rather than showing CPU-bound behavior at lower resolutions.

The 33 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed game data close to the cores, reducing memory latency. The high boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks like referee logic or opponent AI decisions execute quickly. However, none of this CPU horsepower translates directly into higher frame rates in Undisputed because the Arc B370 GPU cannot keep pace with the processor's output capacity.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, using the Panther Lake chip on a 3 nm process node. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. The GPU features 1,280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster operation units, along with 10 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, and it delivers 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 12.29 TFLOPS of FP16 performance. The TDP is 25 W, and it uses system shared memory with bandwidth that is system dependent.

In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, the Arc B370 scores 1,184 points. This places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, meaning 95% of graphics cards perform better. Its nearest rivals in GPU benchmarks are all within 1.5% of its score. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1,186, 0.2% higher. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1,190, 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1,192, 0.7% higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1,168, 1.4% lower. This puts the Arc B370 in the same performance class as decade-old discrete GPUs, which is a critical context for interpreting the Undisputed results.

The Arc B370's memory situation is unique: it uses system shared memory with system dependent bandwidth. This means the GPU draws from the same memory pool as the CPU, and performance will vary based on the system's memory configuration. The 25 W TDP and integrated form factor (IGP slot width, no power connectors) indicate this is not designed for high-end gaming. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, so the GPU can technically run modern games, but the raw compute power is severely limited.

In Undisputed, the Arc B370 is the primary constraint on performance. The measured FPS data shows that even at 1080p Low settings, the game only reaches 115 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it drops to 20 FPS. These numbers align with the GPU's 5th percentile ranking, indicating that the graphics solution is the weak link in this configuration. The 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is modest by modern standards, and the 20 ROPs limit pixel throughput, which directly impacts resolution scaling.

FAQ

Q: Is this CPU-GPU combination capable of running Undisputed smoothly at 1080p?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the game averages 115 FPS, which is smooth. At Medium settings, it averages 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS. High settings drop to 68 FPS average. Ultra settings fall to 44 FPS, which may feel less fluid. For competitive play, Low or Medium settings at 1080p are the viable options.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to other GPUs in its benchmark range?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1,184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 1,186, the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1,190, the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1,192, and the AMD FirePro M2000 at 1,168. All of these are within 1.5% of the Arc B370's score, indicating similar performance levels.

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

A: At 4K with Low settings, the game averages 52 FPS. Medium settings drop to 38 FPS with a minimum of 32 FPS. High settings average 31 FPS, and Ultra settings average 20 FPS. Only the Low preset at 4K approaches playable frame rates, and even then, the experience may not be consistently smooth.

Q: What is the CPU's performance ranking compared to all processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700K has an average benchmark score of 69,355, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9115 at 69,288, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X at 69,515, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX at 69,875, and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F at 69,996. All of these chips perform within 1% of each other.

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combination?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 115 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 83 FPS at 1080p Medium and 83 FPS at 1440p Low. The lowest average FPS is 20 at 4K Ultra settings.

Q: Does the CPU's multi-core performance help in Undisputed?

A: The Core i7-14700K scores 33,440.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 52,392 in PassMark multithread, which places it in the 94th percentile of CPUs. However, the measured FPS results show that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads are more than sufficient for Undisputed's demands, but the Arc B370's 5th percentile ranking prevents the CPU from realizing its full potential in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS spans from 44 to 115 depending on settings. Low settings produce 115 FPS average. Medium settings produce 83 FPS average with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. High settings produce 68 FPS average. Ultra settings produce 44 FPS average. The 1080p results show that the game is playable at most settings, with only Ultra falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS ranges from 32 to 83. Low settings produce 83 FPS average. Medium settings produce 60 FPS average with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS. High settings produce 49 FPS average. Ultra settings produce 32 FPS average. At 1440p, only Low and Medium settings maintain average frame rates at or above 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 20 to 52. Low settings produce 52 FPS average. Medium settings produce 38 FPS average with a minimum of 32 FPS and a maximum of 43 FPS. High settings produce 31 FPS average. Ultra settings produce 20 FPS average. At 4K, no settings preset achieves an average of 60 FPS, and only Low settings come close at 52 FPS.

The data shows a consistent pattern across all resolutions: Low settings provide roughly double the frame rate of Ultra settings. At 1080p, the difference is 115 FPS versus 44 FPS. At 1440p, it is 83 FPS versus 32 FPS. At 4K, it is 52 FPS versus 20 FPS. The Medium preset consistently sits between Low and High, and it is the only preset with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values, showing a tighter frame time distribution.

Resolution Scaling

Moving from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by approximately 28% at Low settings (115 to 83 FPS), 28% at Medium settings (83 to 60 FPS), 28% at High settings (68 to 49 FPS), and 27% at Ultra settings (44 to 32 FPS). This consistent ~28% reduction across all settings indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as the resolution increase directly impacts pixel fill rate demands.

Moving from 1440p to 4K, the average FPS drops by approximately 37% at Low settings (83 to 52 FPS), 37% at Medium settings (60 to 38 FPS), 37% at High settings (49 to 31 FPS), and 38% at Ultra settings (32 to 20 FPS). The larger drop from 1440p to 4K compared to 1080p to 1440p is expected, as 4K contains roughly 2.25 times the pixels of 1440p, while 1440p contains roughly 1.78 times the pixels of 1080p.

The scaling pattern reveals that the Arc B370 is saturated at all resolutions. The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are fully utilized even at 1080p Low. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller FPS differences between resolutions, as the CPU workload would remain constant. Instead, the proportional FPS drops track closely with pixel count increases, confirming the GPU as the limiting component.

The 20 ROPs on the Arc B370 are a significant constraint for higher resolutions. The pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s translates to a theoretical maximum of about 48 million pixels per second, which is insufficient for 4K at high frame rates. The system shared memory bandwidth being system dependent adds another layer of variability, as the GPU competes with the CPU for memory access.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience per the measured rows, the Low preset at 1920x1080 delivers the highest average FPS at 115, which provides smooth gameplay with ample headroom for frame time spikes. The Medium preset at 1080p is the best balance, offering 83 FPS average with a recorded minimum of 70 FPS, ensuring that frame rates stay above the 60 FPS threshold even during demanding scenes. The minimum FPS of 70 indicates consistent performance without severe drops.

At 1440p, the Low preset is the only option that maintains an average above 60 FPS at 83 FPS. The Medium preset averages exactly 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS, which means some scenes will drop below 60 FPS. For players who prioritize resolution over settings, Low at 1440p is the recommended choice. The High preset at 49 FPS average and Ultra at 32 FPS average are not smooth enough for most players.

At 4K, no preset offers a fully smooth experience. The Low preset averages 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS standard but may be acceptable for slower-paced sports games. The Medium preset averages 38 FPS with a minimum of 32 FPS, which is marginal. High at 31 FPS and Ultra at 20 FPS are not recommended for playable frame rates.

The optimal configuration depends on the player's display resolution. For 1080p displays, Medium settings provide the best combination of visual quality and performance, with 83 FPS average and a 70 FPS minimum. For 1440p displays, Low settings are necessary to stay above 60 FPS, sacrificing visual fidelity for playability. For 4K displays, the game is only marginally playable at Low settings, and players should consider lowering the resolution or upgrading the GPU.

The Ultra preset is consistently the worst performer across all resolutions, with FPS drops of over 60% compared to Low settings. The visual improvements from Ultra settings in Undisputed do not justify the performance penalty given the Arc B370's limited capabilities. The Medium preset offers a reasonable middle ground, but only at 1080p does it maintain a minimum FPS above 60. The data suggests that players should prioritize frame rate over graphical fidelity with this GPU, as the low 5th percentile ranking limits the available performance headroom.