Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-14700KF and Intel Arc B570 configuration delivers a solid, if not spectacular, performance profile in Undisputed, landing in the 2256th position out of 2813 tested combos. This places it in the lower-middle tier of the database, suggesting that while the hardware is capable, it is not optimized for top-tier frame rates in this particular sports title. The data shows a clear narrative: this combo is best suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical demands increase.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a formidable processor built on the Raptor Lake-R architecture. It features 20 cores and 28 threads, a configuration that provides substantial multi-threading capacity for modern games. The CPU's base clock operates at 3.40 GHz and can boost up to 5.60 GHz, ensuring strong single-thread performance that is critical for game logic and physics calculations. The processor sits in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of its peers in general computational tasks. Its average benchmark score of 70163 puts it in a tight race with its nearest rivals; it is a mere 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, while being 1% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.

In the context of Undisputed, a boxing simulation where the action is confined to a single ring, the CPU's role is less about rendering vast environments and more about maintaining consistent frame pacing and handling the physics of the fighters. The high boost clock of 5.60 GHz is advantageous here, allowing for rapid calculations of punch impact and character movement. The 33 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency. While the benchmark results show the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions, its influence diminishes as the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher settings. The processor's 125W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory give it flexibility, though the specific memory configuration is not detailed in the measured results. The multi-core muscle is evident in synthetic tests like Cinebench R23, where it scores 44167, but in this game, the single-core speed is likely more impactful, reflected in the 6235 single-core score.

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

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary driver of visual output, built on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage). It comes equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. This memory capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but high-resolution textures at 4K can start to strain the available VRAM. The GPU's boost clock is listed at 2500 MHz, with a pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is rated at 11.52 TFLOPS, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. The Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 places it in a photo-finish with its rivals: it is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and 0.4% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, but 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750 and 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon R9 M390X.

In Undisputed, the GPU is responsible for rendering the character models, the arena, and the lighting. The measured FPS data indicates that the Arc B570 is the performance bottleneck in most scenarios. For instance, at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 195 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, this drops to 75 FPS, a 61% reduction in performance. This trend is consistent across all resolutions, showing that the GPU's compute power is heavily taxed by the game's Ultra preset. The 10 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for the game's needs, as the framerate drops are more attributable to the GPU's raw compute limits (11.52 TFLOPS) than memory capacity. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which includes features like ray tracing, though the impact of these features on the measured scores is not specified. The 150W TDP and dual-slot design make it a standard power envelope for a mid-range card.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this combo for maximum frame rate?*

A: The data shows the highest average frame rate is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, yielding 195 FPS. This is the only configuration in the measured results that exceeds the 144Hz refresh rate threshold commonly found in gaming monitors.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF compare to its closest rival in terms of processing power?

A: The i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69996) and 0.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515). It is 1% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, which scores 70879.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B570 more powerful than the Intel Arc A750?

A: No, according to the average benchmark scores, the Arc B570 (20556) is 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750 (20582). The performance difference is negligible in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the frame rate drop when moving from High to Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset produces an average of 84 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS. This represents a 30 FPS or roughly 36% decrease in average performance.

Q: Does the combo maintain a playable frame rate at 4K with Medium settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 64 FPS, with a minimum of 55 FPS. This is above the 30 FPS console standard and is considered playable for a sports game, though not ideal for high-refresh displays.

*Q: What is the overall ranking of this combo among all tested hardware combinations in Undisputed?*

A: The Intel Core i7-14700KF and Intel Arc B570 combo ranks 2256th out of 2813 tested combinations. This places it in the 20th percentile of performance, indicating it is outmatched by most other configurations in this database.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo's rank of 2256 out of 2813 places it in a challenging position. It is positioned in the lower 20% of all tested configurations, which means the majority of hardware setups will deliver higher frame rates in Undisputed. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the CPU's high percentile (94th), but it highlights the GPU's limiting role. The data suggests that the Arc B570's performance, while competitive with its direct rivals, is not sufficient to boost the combo above the mid-pack. Other combos with similar CPUs but more powerful GPUs would likely rank significantly higher. Conversely, combos with weaker CPUs but stronger GPUs might also outperform this pairing, given that the game appears to be GPU-bound in most measured scenarios. This rank indicates that for users seeking top-tier performance in this title, a more robust GPU would be necessary. The combo is not a top performer, but it is not at the very bottom either, offering a baseline experience that is functional but not exceptional.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the performance is the strongest. The Low preset yields an average of 195 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suitable for competitive play. The Medium preset reduces the average to 141 FPS, with a minimum of 120 and a maximum of 162. The High preset delivers 116 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings the average down to 75 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 120 FPS difference, indicating a heavy reliance on GPU settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. The Low preset produces 141 FPS, which is still very smooth. The Medium preset averages 102 FPS, with a minimum of 86 and a maximum of 117. The High preset yields 84 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 87 FPS, showing a similar scaling pattern to 1080p but with lower absolute numbers.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset achieves an average of 89 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 64 FPS, with a minimum of 55 and a maximum of 74. The High preset averages 53 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 34 FPS. The difference between the lowest and highest settings is 55 FPS, but the absolute values indicate that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for smooth gameplay.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and frame rate target. For users with a 1080p 144Hz monitor, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, delivering an average of 141 FPS with a minimum of 120 FPS, ensuring a consistently smooth experience that stays above the 120 FPS threshold. The High preset at 116 FPS is also viable, but the Medium preset provides a higher minimum frame rate, reducing the risk of stutters.

For 1440p displays, the High preset is the best balance, offering an average of 84 FPS. The Low preset at 141 FPS is superior for competitive play, but the visual fidelity at High is likely preferable for most users. The Medium preset at 102 FPS is also a good choice, but the High preset's better visual quality with a still-playable frame rate makes it the recommended option.

For 4K users, the Low preset is the only option that provides a high frame rate, averaging 89 FPS. The Medium preset is playable at 64 FPS, but the minimum of 55 FPS may cause noticeable drops during intense action sequences. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended due to average frame rates of 53 and 34 FPS, respectively, which fall below the standard for smooth gameplay on PC. Therefore, the recommendation is to stick to Low or Medium at 4K, with a preference for Low if frame rate stability is the priority.