Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 lands in the 83rd position out of 1580 tested combinations for Undisputed, placing it comfortably within the top tier of configurations. This ranking reflects a hardware pairing that delivers exceptional headroom across all settings, with the data showing that the combination is rarely the limiting factor even at the most demanding presets. The benchmark results indicate a system built for high-refresh-rate play, where the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance and the GPU’s substantial memory bandwidth combine to produce consistently high frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s 83rd-place finish out of 1580 tested configurations puts it in the top 5.3% of all pairings analyzed for this title. This is a strong showing, though not the absolute pinnacle, suggesting that a handful of more exotic or higher-end combinations do edge it out. However, the practical difference in gameplay is minimal given the frame rates achieved. The processor itself sits in the 96th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 70104. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-14700K, scores nearly identically at 70074, a delta of 0%. This indicates that the unlocked "KF" variant offers no performance advantage over its "K" counterpart in synthetic tests, with the primary difference being the absence of integrated graphics.

Looking at the broader competitive field, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X scores 70420, which is 0.4% higher, while the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 posts a score of 71056, a 1.3% advantage. These deltas are marginal and within the noise of typical benchmarking variance. The data shows that the i7-14700KF is effectively performance-equivalent to these rivals in CPU-bound scenarios, meaning the overall rank is heavily influenced by the GPU’s contribution. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 59188 places it in the 89th percentile of all graphics cards. Its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A570M, scores 58239, a delta of 1.6%, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5500X trails by 2.6%. This data confirms that the combo’s rank is driven by a balanced, high-end pairing rather than a single standout component.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant component in this pairing, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is critical for Undisputed, as the game’s high-resolution textures and physics calculations for boxer interactions can quickly consume VRAM and bandwidth. The GPU’s boost clock of 2617 MHz, paired with a base clock of 2295 MHz, allows it to sustain high throughput during intense bouts. The 10752 shading units and 112 ROPs ensure that pixel fill rates remain high, which is reflected in the measured frame rates.

The GPU’s FP32 performance of 56.28 TFLOPS provides the raw compute power needed for the game’s physics engine, which simulates every punch and dodge. The 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores are present, though Undisputed is not heavily reliant on ray tracing, so their impact on these specific results is likely minimal. The 1x 16-pin power connector and 750 W suggested PSU indicate a high power draw, but the data shows this translates directly into performance headroom. The GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM is particularly beneficial at 4K resolution, where the difference between Low and Ultra settings shows a scaling that is purely GPU-bound, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo’s rank in Undisputed compare to its overall hardware percentile?

A: The combo ranks 83rd out of 1580 tested combinations for the game, which is a top-tier result. This aligns with the CPU’s 96th percentile and GPU’s 89th percentile standings, confirming that neither component is a bottleneck.

Q: What is the performance difference between the i7-14700KF and its nearest CPU rival?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700K scores 70074 on average, which is exactly 0% different from the 14700KF’s score of 70104. This indicates they are effectively identical in performance, with the "KF" suffix only denoting a lack of integrated graphics.

Q: Is the RTX 5080’s 16 GB VRAM sufficient for maximum settings?

A: Yes, the data shows that at 4K Ultra settings, the combo achieves 92.2 FPS. The 16 GB of GDDR7 memory with 960.0 GB/s bandwidth is more than adequate for the game’s demands, as even the most demanding preset does not cause a frame rate collapse.

Q: How does the GPU’s synthetic benchmark score translate to in-game performance?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score of 59188 is strong, and the measured FPS confirms this. For example, at 1440p High settings, the combo delivers 216.4 FPS, showing that the synthetic score is a reliable indicator of high-end gaming capability.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 4K, the average FPS drops from 232.5 on Low to 92.2 on Ultra. This represents a 60.3% reduction in frame rate, highlighting the significant GPU workload increase from the higher-quality textures and effects.

Q: Does the CPU’s 20-core configuration provide any advantage in this game?

A: The i7-14700KF’s 20 cores and 28 threads, boosting up to 5.60 GHz, ensure that the CPU is never the bottleneck. The data shows massive frame rates at 1080p Low (507.3 FPS), where the CPU’s single-thread performance is critical, confirming it keeps pace with the GPU’s output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional results, starting with 507.3 FPS on Low settings. This drops to 366.7 FPS on Medium, 302.7 FPS on High, and 193.9 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 61.8% performance decrease, which is substantial but still leaves the game highly playable on any display.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high. Low settings produce 364.7 FPS, which falls to 262.5 FPS on Medium and 216.4 FPS on High. The Ultra preset at 1440p yields 143.2 FPS, a 60.7% drop from Low. This resolution is the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors, as even the most demanding settings clear the 144 Hz threshold. At 3840x2160, performance is still impressive, with Low settings hitting 232.5 FPS. Medium drops to 168.4 FPS, High to 137.2 FPS, and Ultra to 92.2 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is notable, as it remains above 60 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience on 4K displays, though it does fall below the 144 Hz mark.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance. From 1080p to 1440p at High settings, the FPS drops from 302.7 to 216.4, a 28.5% reduction. From 1440p to 4K at High, the FPS falls further to 137.2, another 36.6% reduction. This steep decline is typical for a game like Undisputed, where the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth become increasingly taxed as pixel count rises. The CPU’s role is largely static, as its 20 cores and high boost clock are sufficient to feed frames even at 1080p Low, where the 507.3 FPS result shows no CPU limitation.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings is particularly telling. The FPS drops from 193.9 to 92.2, a 52.4% decrease. This is a larger relative drop than at High settings, indicating that the Ultra preset’s additional graphical effects put more strain on the GPU’s compute units. The data suggests that the limiting component at 4K Ultra is unequivocally the GPU, as the CPU’s performance is consistent across all resolutions. The 16 GB VRAM buffer prevents any memory capacity issues, but the raw shader and ROP throughput is what ultimately caps the frame rate. For players targeting 4K, the High preset offers a better balance, delivering 137.2 FPS, which is a 48.8% improvement over Ultra.