Undisputed

# Undisputed — Intel Core Ultra 5 135H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

The combined Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 setup delivers a playable but demanding experience in Undisputed, with performance scaling that clearly identifies the GPU as the primary constraint at higher resolutions and settings. The measured frame rates across twelve configurations show a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, but one that requires deliberate settings choices to maintain fluidity at 4K. This analysis examines the resolution scaling, component roles, and measured results to provide a complete picture of what this combo offers.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K in Undisputed is steep and consistent across all settings presets, indicating that the rendering pipeline becomes progressively more GPU-bound as pixel count rises. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 200 at 1920x1080 to 144 at 2560x1440, then further to 91 at 3840x2160. That represents a 28% reduction moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a 37% reduction moving from 1440p to 4K. The pattern at Medium settings is similar: 144 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K — a 54% total drop from the lowest to highest resolution.

High settings show the same trend, with 119 FPS at 1080p, 86 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K. The percentage decline from 1080p to 4K at High is 54.6%, which is nearly identical to the Medium setting decline. This consistency suggests that the scaling penalty is largely resolution-driven rather than settings-driven, pointing to fill-rate and memory bandwidth limitations rather than compute bottlenecks. The Ultra preset amplifies this effect: 76 FPS at 1080p, 55 FPS at 1440p, and 35 FPS at 4K. The 1080p-to-4K drop at Ultra is 53.9%, again confirming that pixel throughput is the dominant constraint.

The data implies that the RTX 5050's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus are adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results reveal a hard ceiling. The gap between Low and Ultra at each resolution grows as resolution increases: at 1080p, the spread is 124 FPS (200 vs 76); at 1440p, it narrows to 89 FPS (144 vs 55); at 4K, it shrinks to 56 FPS (91 vs 35). This narrowing spread indicates that at higher resolutions, the GPU is saturated regardless of settings, making preset choices less impactful than resolution choices.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H brings 14 cores and 18 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its L3 cache is 18 MB shared, and it uses a Meteor Lake architecture on Intel's 7 nm process. In CPU benchmarks, this processor achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11875.5 and a single-core score of 1700, placing it in the 81st percentile among all CPUs. The PassMark multi-thread score of 22422 and single-thread score of 3521 further characterize its capability.

Looking at Undisputed's measured FPS, the CPU appears sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, where the Low preset hits 200 FPS. That high frame rate suggests the core and thread configuration can handle the game's simulation and AI workloads without becoming the limiting factor. The fact that 1080p Low achieves triple-digit FPS while 4K Ultra drops to 35 FPS strongly implies the CPU is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions — the GPU simply cannot keep up with the pixel workload.

The nearest CPU rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X at a delta of -0.1% and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT at +0.5%, indicating the 135H is competitive with desktop-class parts from a few generations back. The Intel Core i5-13500HX trails by -0.6%, while the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 is -0.5% behind. These close margins suggest the 135H provides consistent multi-threaded performance, which is relevant for a sports game that may use multiple cores for physics and opponent AI. The 18 threads offer headroom, but the measured FPS data shows no scenario where CPU limitation is evident — even at 1080p Low with 200 FPS, the frame rate scales predictably with resolution changes.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is built on Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB207 chip, fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm process. It has 2560 shading units, 80 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, with 20 RT cores and 80 tensor cores. The GPU's base clock is 2317 MHz with a boost of 2572 MHz, and memory runs at 2500 MHz effective 20 Gbps. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory sits on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The FP32 performance is 13.17 TFLOPS, and the pixel rate is 82.30 GPixel/s.

These specifications explain the measured FPS pattern. The 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB capacity are modest for 4K gaming, and the data confirms this: at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 35, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play. The texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s appear sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results show the GPU running out of steam. The VRAM size is particularly relevant for Undisputed, as boxing games with detailed character models and environments can consume significant memory at high resolutions.

In GPU benchmarks, the RTX 5050 scores 17326 in PassMark G3D and 9184 in PassMark GPU Compute, placing it in the 66th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL at -0.6% delta, and the AMD Radeon HD 8970M at -1.0%, while the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is +1.6% ahead. The NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile trails by -1.6%. These comparisons show the RTX 5050 is positioned in the mid-range of GPU performance, which aligns with the measured FPS results showing solid 1080p and 1440p performance but 4K limitations.

The GPU's 130 W TDP and dual-slot design suggest a mobile or compact desktop implementation, and the PCIe 5.0 x8 interface provides adequate bandwidth. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) ensures compatibility with modern game APIs, which Undisputed likely utilizes. The tensor cores and RT cores are present but not clearly leveraged in this game's measured results, as the FPS scaling is consistent with a traditional rasterization workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5050 delivers its strongest results. The Low preset achieves 200 FPS average, which is exceptional for competitive or high-refresh-rate displays. Medium settings produce 144 FPS average with a minimum of 122 and maximum of 165, providing a smooth experience on 144 Hz monitors. High settings drop to 119 FPS, still comfortably above 60 FPS and suitable for most displays. Ultra settings yield 76 FPS, which remains playable but shows a significant 62% reduction from Low.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains respectable. Low settings hit 144 FPS, matching the 1080p Medium result — this indicates that resolution scaling at Low is relatively efficient. Medium settings average 104 FPS with a range of 88 to 119, which is smooth for most gaming scenarios. High settings produce 86 FPS, and Ultra drops to 55 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result is borderline for 60 Hz displays, suggesting players should avoid max settings at this resolution if they want consistent frame pacing.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low settings average 91 FPS, which is playable but far from the 200 FPS seen at 1080p. Medium settings average 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 and maximum of 75 — this is the only 4K configuration that approaches a stable 60 FPS. High settings drop to 54 FPS, and Ultra falls to 35 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the worst measured configuration and would be difficult to play smoothly on most displays. The Medium preset at 4K appears to be the sweet spot for this resolution, offering the best balance of visual quality and playability.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 2245 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This rank reflects the GPU's mid-range positioning rather than the CPU's stronger performance. Given that the CPU ranks in the 81st percentile while the GPU sits in the 66th percentile, the combo's overall rank is dragged down by the graphics component.

The rank indicates that roughly 80% of tested hardware combinations deliver better performance in this game. This is not surprising given the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus, which are limiting factors for a game that appears to scale heavily with resolution. Players using this combo should expect to run Undisputed at 1080p or 1440p with medium-to-high settings for a good experience, while 4K gaming requires significant compromises in visual quality.

The delta between CPU and GPU percentiles (81 vs 66) suggests a potential imbalance: the processor has more headroom than the graphics card can utilize. This is confirmed by the FPS data, where no configuration appears CPU-limited. The combo rank of 2245/2813 places it in the 20th percentile of tested systems, meaning most other combos in the database outperform it. However, the measured results show it is still capable of delivering playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, making it suitable for mainstream gaming rather than enthusiast-level performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset at 144 FPS average is the best choice for most players, as it provides a 122 FPS minimum that keeps frame pacing consistent on 144 Hz displays. Players with 60 Hz monitors can safely use High settings at 119 FPS, while those seeking maximum visual quality can use Ultra at 76 FPS, which remains above the 60 FPS threshold.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 104 FPS is recommended for smooth gameplay, with a minimum of 88 FPS ensuring no major dips. High settings at 86 FPS are also viable for 60 Hz displays, but the 88 FPS minimum at Medium provides more headroom. Ultra at 55 FPS is not recommended for 1440p, as it falls below the 60 FPS standard and may introduce noticeable stutter.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 66 FPS is the only configuration that achieves a playable average above 60 FPS. The minimum of 56 FPS means occasional dips below 60, but this is still the best option for 4K. Low settings at 91 FPS offer a smoother experience if visual fidelity is less important, while High at 54 FPS and Ultra at 35 FPS should be avoided for consistent gameplay. The data suggests that 4K users should prioritize Medium settings to balance visual quality and performance.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K?

A: Yes, but only at Medium settings, which average 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS. Low settings achieve 91 FPS, while High drops to 54 FPS and Ultra to 35 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming?

A: The Medium preset at 144 FPS average is ideal for 144 Hz displays, with a minimum of 122 FPS. High settings at 119 FPS are also excellent for 60 Hz monitors.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H scores 11875.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, placing it 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT in average benchmark scores.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The FPS drops consistently with resolution increases across all settings, while the CPU's 81st percentile ranking suggests it has ample headroom above the GPU's 66th percentile position.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average is 35 FPS, measured at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings. The highest is 200 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5050 have, and does it matter for this game?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 320.0 GB/s bandwidth. The 4K performance degradation suggests this memory configuration is a limiting factor at higher resolutions.