Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti combination delivers a remarkably fluid experience in Undisputed, with the data showing that the pairing is capable of pushing frame rates well beyond the threshold of competitive play at every tested resolution. The measured results indicate a system that scales predictably with graphical load, though the relationship between resolution and frame rate reveals a clear shift in which component becomes the primary constraint.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep but consistent, indicating that the rendering pipeline is heavily dependent on the GPU as resolution increases. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 372 FPS at 1920x1080 to 269 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 103 FPS, and then to 170 FPS at 3840x2160, another drop of 99 FPS. This linear decline suggests that the RTX 3080 Ti is being pushed progressively harder, yet even at 4K Low, the system maintains an average above 170 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can refresh.

Moving to High settings, the scaling pattern changes. The average at 1080p is 222 FPS, which drops to 160 FPS at 1440p and then to 101 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is about 28%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is roughly 37%. This accelerating decline at higher resolutions is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the limiting factor, as the pixel count increases by 2.25x from 1080p to 4K, requiring substantially more shading and memory bandwidth.

The Medium preset shows a similar trend but with tighter minimums. At 1080p, the average is 268 FPS with a minimum of 228 FPS, while at 1440p the average drops to 194 FPS with a minimum of 165 FPS. The 4K Medium result averages 122 FPS with a minimum of 104 FPS, which means even at the most demanding resolution tested, the frame rate never dips below 100 FPS. This is notable because it demonstrates that the combination can maintain playable performance at 4K without needing to resort to the lowest preset.

Ultra settings produce the most dramatic scaling. The 1080p average is 143 FPS, which falls to 103 FPS at 1440p and then to 65 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is a 37% reduction, mirroring the High preset’s scaling. The 4K Ultra result of 65 FPS is the only measured configuration that falls below what many would consider a high-refresh-rate experience, suggesting that the GPU is fully saturated at this extreme combination of resolution and quality.

Overall, the data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU still has headroom to feed the GPU, as frame rates scale roughly with resolution. However, at 4K, the RTX 3080 Ti’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth become the dominant factors, with the average FPS dropping significantly regardless of the preset. The fact that 4K Low yields 170 FPS while 4K High yields 101 FPS shows that the game’s quality settings have a substantial impact on GPU load, but the scaling curve points squarely at the graphics card as the limiting component at this resolution.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark results place it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 70163. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, scores 69996, a delta of just 0.2%, meaning the i7-14700KF is statistically tied with that chip in general compute tasks.

In the context of Undisputed, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and frame pacing. The measured frame rates at 1080p Low (372 FPS) and 1080p Medium (268 FPS) are so high that they could only be achieved if the processor is able to deliver frames faster than the GPU can render them. The multi-threaded performance is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44167 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 21462, which indicates that the i7-14700KF has ample parallel processing power for any background tasks or streaming workloads while gaming.

The single-thread performance is equally important for a sports title like Undisputed, where each frame’s simulation must complete before rendering can begin. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6235 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2578 show that the processor can handle high-frequency workloads efficiently. With a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, the i7-14700KF is among the fastest single-threaded CPUs, which directly contributes to the high frame rates observed at lower resolutions.

The CPU’s cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed game data close to the cores, reducing memory latency during intense boxing sequences. The processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and while the measured FPS data does not specify memory speed, the platform’s flexibility ensures that users can pair it with fast DDR5 to avoid any bandwidth bottlenecks.

Comparisons to rivals show that the i7-14700KF holds its own. It is 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (score 69875) and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (score 69515). The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70879, which is 1% higher, but the delta is within a margin that would not produce a meaningful difference in Undisputed’s frame rates. In practical terms, the CPU has enough headroom that it is unlikely to be the bottleneck at 1080p or 1440p, as the frame rate scaling between those resolutions follows the GPU’s expected performance curve.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the clear driver of performance in Undisputed, particularly as resolution increases. This Ampere-architecture GPU features 10,240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 ROPs, with 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores. Its boost clock is 1665 MHz, and it is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 41187. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, scores 40870, a delta of 0.8%, while the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB scores 41707, putting the RTX 3080 Ti 1.2% behind that workstation card. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 scores 40377, which the RTX 3080 Ti outperforms by 2%, showing that this previous-generation card still holds up well against newer hardware in synthetic benchmarks.

The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 3080 Ti is capable of delivering playable frame rates at 4K across all presets. At 4K Ultra, the average is 65 FPS, which is a playable level for a sports title, though it lacks the smoothness of higher frame rates. Dropping to 4K High raises the average to 101 FPS, a 55% improvement, which indicates that the GPU’s compute resources are the primary constraint at this resolution. The 4K Medium result of 122 FPS and 4K Low result of 170 FPS further demonstrate that the GPU has the raw throughput to handle 4K, but the quality settings heavily influence the final frame rate.

The 12 GB VRAM size is sufficient for the tested configurations, as there is no evidence of texture thrashing or stuttering in the minimum FPS data. At 4K Medium, the minimum FPS is 104, which is close to the average of 122, suggesting that the memory subsystem can keep up with the game’s demands. The 384-bit memory bus and 912.4 GB/s bandwidth are among the highest of any GPU in the database, which helps at 4K where pixel fill rates and memory bandwidth are critical.

The GPU’s compute performance is also noteworthy. The FP32 throughput of 34.10 TFLOPS and texture rate of 532.8 GTexel/s are high enough to handle the complex shaders and physics calculations in Undisputed. The pixel rate of 186.5 GPixel/s is sufficient to drive 4K displays at high frame rates, though the data shows that Ultra settings at 4K push the GPU to its limits. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern rendering APIs, though the game’s specific API usage is not detailed in the data.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable with this combination?

A: The highest measured average is 372 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 4K, the highest average is 170 FPS, also on Low settings.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the measured average at 3840x2160 Ultra is 65 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. However, it is the only configuration tested that drops below 100 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, which is 0.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X’s score of 69515.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 165 FPS, with an average of 194 FPS and a maximum of 223 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 3080 Ti’s 12 GB VRAM enough for 4K gaming in this title?

A: The data does not show any VRAM-related issues. At 4K Medium, the minimum FPS is 104, indicating stable performance without stuttering.

Q: How does this GPU compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187, which is 2% higher than the RTX 5070’s score of 40377.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti ranks 989th out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the top 27% of all configurations, which is a solid result given that the GPU is from the previous generation and is now marked as end-of-life. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU’s high percentile (94th) and the GPU’s slightly lower percentile (83rd), with the overall combo rank being dragged down by the GPU’s position relative to newer cards.

In the context of the measured FPS data, this ranking makes sense. The combo achieves frame rates that are competitive with higher-end systems at 1080p and 1440p, where the CPU’s strength is fully utilized. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the combo’s performance aligns more closely with other RTX 3080 Ti systems rather than those with newer GPUs. The rank of 989 out of 3718 means there are 988 combos that perform better in this game, but there are also 2,729 combos that perform worse, indicating that this pairing is well above the median.

The delta between the CPU and its nearest rivals is minimal, with the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F being just 0.2% behind. This means that swapping the CPU for a comparable AMD chip would not meaningfully change the combo’s rank in Undisputed. Similarly, the GPU’s nearest rivals show small deltas, with the RTX 3080 Ti being 2% faster than the RTX 5070, so the rank is likely to remain stable even as new GPUs are added to the database. The data suggests that this combo’s ranking is primarily driven by the GPU’s 4K performance, where it falls behind newer architectures, rather than any CPU limitation.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience at each resolution. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver high frame rates, but Medium stands out with an average of 268 FPS and a minimum of 228 FPS. This preset provides a comfortable margin above 144 Hz displays while keeping the GPU load moderate, making it the best choice for competitive play. Ultra at 1080p averages 143 FPS, which is still excellent, but the 125 FPS drop from Medium suggests that the visual quality gains may not justify the performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is again the sweet spot, with an average of 194 FPS and a minimum of 165 FPS. This ensures that even the most demanding boxing sequences remain smooth on 144 Hz and 165 Hz monitors. High at 1440p averages 160 FPS, which is also viable, but the 34 FPS difference between High and Medium is noticeable. Ultra at 1440p drops to 103 FPS, which is playable but loses the high-refresh-rate advantage. For 1440p users, Medium offers the best combination of visual fidelity and performance headroom.

At 3840x2160, the recommendation shifts toward High, which averages 101 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a significantly better visual experience than Medium’s 122 FPS, but the difference in quality is substantial. The 4K Ultra preset averages 65 FPS, which is borderline for a sports title where fast motion can make lower frame rates feel less responsive. Given that High at 4K produces 101 FPS, it is the optimal preset for this resolution, as it balances the GPU’s load while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The 4K Medium result of 122 FPS is also viable for users who prioritize frame rate over visual detail, but High is the recommended default for most players with 4K displays.