Undisputed

# Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data for Undisputed with the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and Intel Arc B570 reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, but the magnitude of the drop tells a specific story about where the bottleneck sits. At 1080p Low, the combo delivers 195 FPS, which drops to 141 FPS at 1440p Low and further to 89 FPS at 4K Low. That represents a 28% decline from 1080p to 1440p and a 54% decline from 1080p to 4K. These are substantial reductions, suggesting the GPU is being increasingly taxed as pixel count rises.

The pattern becomes even more pronounced at higher settings. At Ultra, the combo produces 75 FPS at 1080p, 54 FPS at 1440p, and 34 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra figure is particularly telling — a 55% drop from 1080p Ultra. This consistent scaling across all settings indicates that the Intel Arc B570 is the primary limiting component in this pairing, as the CPU's role diminishes at higher resolutions where pixel throughput dominates.

Interestingly, the scaling between Low and Medium settings shows a different relationship. At 1080p, Low produces 195 FPS while Medium produces 141 FPS — a 28% reduction for that settings jump. At 4K, the same jump takes the frame rate from 89 FPS to 64 FPS, a 28% reduction as well. This consistency suggests the game's rendering pipeline handles resolution and settings changes in a predictable manner, with the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth being the constraining factors.

The data implies that at 1080p, the combo is heavily GPU-limited even at Low settings, since the 195 FPS ceiling is far below what a CPU with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and 14 cores could theoretically support in a sports title. The 4K Ultra result of 34 FPS, while playable for some, indicates that this combo is not designed for maximum fidelity at the highest resolution. The gap between Low and Ultra at each resolution — 120 FPS at 1080p, 87 FPS at 1440p, and 55 FPS at 4K — shows that the settings overhead scales roughly proportionally with pixel count, reinforcing the GPU-bound nature of this game on this hardware.

# How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 paired with the Intel Arc B570 achieves a combo rank of 2256 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed. This places the pairing in the bottom 20% of all tested configurations, which is a notable finding given the individual component benchmarks. The CPU alone sits in the 89th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile against all GPUs. The combination of a high-percentile CPU with a mid-range GPU results in a system that ranks lower than either component's individual standing might suggest.

Examining the nearest rivals provides context for this ranking. The CPU's average benchmark score of 46062 places it nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030, 0.1% delta), the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098, -0.1% delta), and the AMD EPYC 4364P (45970, 0.2% delta). These are all high-performing processors, and the Ultra 5 235 matches them within a fraction of a percent. However, in-game performance depends heavily on the GPU, and the Arc B570's average score of 20556 puts it in close competition with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, 0.1% delta) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582, -0.1% delta).

The rank of 2256 out of 2813 suggests that while the CPU is competitive at the top tier, the GPU holds the combo back significantly in this particular title. Undisputed appears to be a game that rewards GPU performance heavily, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. The combo's rank implies that most of the 557 combos ranked below it likely feature weaker CPUs, but the fact that 2255 combos outperform it suggests that many configurations with mid-range GPUs paired with stronger CPUs, or even balanced mid-range parts, achieve better frame rates in this game.

What's particularly interesting is that the CPU's nearest rivals include both mobile and server parts, indicating that the Ultra 5 235's performance profile is well-rounded across different workloads. Yet in Undisputed specifically, the ranking drops significantly from what the CPU-only percentile would predict. This underscores the importance of GPU selection for this title, even when the CPU is a top-tier performer.

# FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this combo for a 60 FPS target?

A: At 1440p Medium, the combo delivers 102 FPS average, which comfortably exceeds 60 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 64 FPS, which still meets a 60 FPS target but with less headroom. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1440p Medium is the safest choice, while 4K Medium offers a tighter margin.

Q: How does the combo perform at Ultra settings across resolutions?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 75 FPS average. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 54 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it falls to 34 FPS. The data shows a clear progression: Ultra is playable at 1080p, borderline at 1440p, and not viable for smooth gameplay at 4K.

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

A: The benchmark data strongly indicates the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU scores in the 89th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile. The resolution scaling shows significant FPS drops as pixel count increases — a hallmark of GPU-bound scenarios. At 1080p Low, the 195 FPS result is far below what the CPU's 5.00 GHz boost clock and 14 cores could theoretically support.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Medium settings at each resolution?

A: At 1080p, Low produces 195 FPS while Medium produces 141 FPS, a 54 FPS difference. At 1440p, Low produces 141 FPS while Medium produces 102 FPS, a 39 FPS difference. At 4K, Low produces 89 FPS while Medium produces 64 FPS, a 25 FPS difference. The gap narrows as resolution increases, further confirming GPU limitation.

Q: How does this combo compare to the CPU's nearest rivals in terms of overall performance?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 46062 is within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030), Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098), and AMD EPYC 4364P (45970). This indicates the Ultra 5 235 is competitive with these parts, but the GPU pairing determines actual gaming performance in Undisputed.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The only measured minimum FPS values are for Medium settings: 55 FPS at 4K, 86 FPS at 1440p, and 120 FPS at 1080p. For other settings, minimum FPS data is not available, so the average FPS figures should be used as the primary reference.

# Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience for this combo in Undisputed. The goal is to balance visual quality with smooth, consistent frame rates, and the data shows that Medium settings at 1440p strike the best balance.

At 1080p, Medium delivers 141 FPS average with a minimum of 120 FPS and a maximum of 162 FPS. This is an excellent experience for competitive play, with no risk of frame dips below playable thresholds. High settings at 1080p drop to 116 FPS, which is still strong, but Ultra falls to 75 FPS, which may introduce noticeable inconsistency in fast-paced boxing action.

Moving to 1440p, Medium produces 102 FPS average with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this combo — it provides a significant resolution upgrade over 1080p while maintaining frame rates well above 60 FPS. High settings at 1440p drop to 84 FPS, which is still playable, but the 18 FPS difference between Medium and High at this resolution makes Medium the more reliable choice for maintaining smooth motion.

At 4K, the situation changes dramatically. Medium delivers 64 FPS average with a minimum of 55 FPS and a maximum of 74 FPS. This is technically playable but with a minimum that dips below 60 FPS, which could cause noticeable stutter in a game that requires precise timing. Low settings at 4K produce 89 FPS, which is a safer bet for 4K gaming, but the visual trade-off is substantial.

The data suggests that Medium settings at 1440p is the optimal configuration for this combo. It offers a 102 FPS average with a tight minimum-to-maximum spread of 86 to 117 FPS, indicating consistent performance. The 120 FPS minimum at 1080p Medium is also noteworthy for players who prioritize frame rate above all else. For those who insist on 4K, Low settings at 89 FPS is the most viable option, while Ultra at any resolution beyond 1080p should be avoided due to the 54 FPS and 34 FPS results at 1440p and 4K respectively.

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

The complete measured FPS dataset for Undisputed with the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and Intel Arc B570 spans three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance.

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 195 FPS. Medium settings yield 141 FPS average, with a minimum of 120 FPS and a maximum of 162 FPS. High settings achieve 116 FPS average. Ultra settings drop to 75 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 120 FPS spread, with each settings tier costing approximately 20-25% performance.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings produce 141 FPS average. Medium settings deliver 102 FPS average, with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. High settings achieve 84 FPS average. Ultra settings drop to 54 FPS average. The spread between Low and Ultra is 87 FPS, and the Medium preset maintains a minimum above 60 FPS, which is critical for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings produce 89 FPS average. Medium settings deliver 64 FPS average, with a minimum of 55 FPS and a maximum of 74 FPS. High settings achieve 53 FPS average. Ultra settings drop to 34 FPS average. The 55 FPS minimum at Medium is below the 60 FPS threshold, making this preset risky for consistent performance.

The granular data reveals that the Medium preset is the only one with measured minimum and maximum values at all three resolutions, providing the most complete picture of frame time consistency. At 1080p, the 42 FPS range between minimum and maximum (120 to 162) indicates relatively stable performance. At 1440p, the range expands to 31 FPS (86 to 117), showing slightly tighter consistency. At 4K, the range narrows to 19 FPS (55 to 74), which paradoxically suggests more consistent frame pacing even though the average is lower.

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

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 brings 14 cores and 14 threads to this pairing, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This is a modern Arrow Lake-S architecture processor built on a 3 nm process from TSMC, featuring 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB of L2 cache per core. The CPU's average benchmark score of 46062 places it in the 89th percentile against all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030, 0.1% delta), Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098, -0.1% delta), and AMD EPYC 4364P (45970, 0.2% delta).

In Undisputed, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU, given the resolution scaling data. The game is a sports title that likely relies more on GPU rendering than complex CPU simulation, but the 14-core configuration ensures there is ample headroom for physics, AI, and game logic. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is particularly relevant for single-threaded performance, which many sports games depend on for frame pacing and input responsiveness.

The Cinebench scores support this interpretation. The R23 multi-core score of 14769 and single-core score of 2085 indicate strong performance in both threaded and single-threaded workloads. The PassMark single-thread score of 4516 further confirms the CPU's capability in lightly-threaded scenarios. However, the fact that the combo ranks 2256 out of 2813 in this game suggests that the CPU's power is not the limiting factor — the GPU holds the system back.

The data implies that if the CPU were the bottleneck, frame rates would remain constant across resolutions. Instead, the 195 FPS at 1080p Low dropping to 89 FPS at 4K Low shows that the GPU is the constraining element. The CPU's performance is more than sufficient to feed the Arc B570 at all settings and resolutions tested, meaning the Ultra 5 235 is not holding back the system in this title.

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

The Intel Arc B570 is the defining component in this combo's performance profile. With 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, the GPU offers 380.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and the GPU features 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. The architecture is Xe2-HPG, known as Battlemage, built on a 5 nm process from TSMC.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 20556 places it in the 65th percentile against all GPUs, with nearest rivals including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, 0.1% delta) and Intel Arc A750 (20582, -0.1% delta). In Undisputed, the Arc B570's performance is the primary determinant of frame rates, and the data shows it handles the game reasonably well at lower resolutions and settings but struggles at 4K Ultra.

The 10 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game's requirements at 1080p and 1440p, as evidenced by the playable frame rates at those resolutions. At 4K, the 34 FPS Ultra result and 53 FPS High result suggest that the GPU's compute throughput, rather than VRAM capacity, is the limiting factor. The 380.0 GB/s bandwidth is moderate, and the resolution scaling data indicates that memory bandwidth constraints become more pronounced as pixel count increases.

The GPU's 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate are respectable for a mid-range card, but Undisputed's demands at 4K push the Arc B570 beyond its comfortable operating range. The 65th percentile GPU ranking, combined with the combo's 2256th place ranking out of 2813, suggests that this GPU is the weak link in the pairing. Players looking for better 4K performance would need a more powerful GPU, while those satisfied with 1080p or 1440p gameplay will find the Arc B570 adequate for the task.