Undisputed

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers a dominant performance profile in Undisputed, operating far beyond the refresh-rate demands of most displays. The data indicates a system with immense headroom, where the primary challenge is not achieving high frame rates but rather avoiding unnecessarily excessive ones that waste power and generate heat. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and settings, interpreting what the numbers mean for a practical build.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic GPU-bound scaling pattern, though the RTX 4080 is so powerful that the CPU, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, still manages to keep pace even at 4K. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average frame rate drops from 285 FPS to 206 FPS, a reduction of approximately 27.7%. This is a substantial decrease, indicating that pixel throughput is becoming a more significant factor. However, the absolute numbers are still so high that gameplay remains exceptionally smooth.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K (3840x2160) at High settings shows a further drop from 206 FPS to 130 FPS, another 36.9% reduction. This steeper decline is expected as the GPU's fill-rate and memory bandwidth are taxed more heavily. The fact that the 4K High average is still 130 FPS confirms the RTX 4080's 716.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth and 280.6 GPixel/s pixel rate. The data shows that while the GPU is the primary limiter at higher resolutions, the 14-core, 14-thread Intel Core Ultra 5 235 with its 5.00 GHz boost clock is not holding the system back, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset maintains an average of 84 FPS.

At the lowest settings, the scaling is even more pronounced. At 1080p Low, the system hits an astronomical 479 FPS average. Dropping to 1440p Low yields 346 FPS, a 27.8% decrease, and then to 4K Low at 219 FPS, another 36.7% decline. This pattern suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is able to feed the GPU more efficiently, but the GPU's rendering load still scales predictably with resolution. The data strongly suggests that for a 4K 120Hz+ display, the High preset is the sweet spot, while for 1440p, the Ultra preset remains highly viable, and at 1080p, the system is essentially overkill for any current monitor.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the undisputed workhorse in this configuration, and its specifications from the FACT PACK explain its commanding performance. With 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, the card provides a massive 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. This is more than sufficient for Undisputed at any resolution, ensuring that texture streaming and high-resolution assets are never a bottleneck. The card's 76 RT cores and 304 Tensor cores are present, though their specific impact on this title is not isolated in the measured data, but they contribute to the card's overall architectural strength.

The clock speeds are also a key factor. The base clock of 2205 MHz and a boost clock of 2505 MHz are high for the Ada Lovelace architecture, allowing the 9728 shading units to process geometry and pixel data at a blistering pace. The memory clock of 1400 MHz (22.4 Gbps effective) further enhances the data throughput. The GPU's percentile ranking of 86th among all GPUs, combined with an average benchmark score of 54247, places it in the upper echelon of available hardware. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, is a mere 0.1% ahead in average benchmark score, indicating that the non-SUPER variant is essentially performance-equivalent in this context.

The data shows a clear correlation between GPU load and FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 84, which is still highly playable, but it is only 36% of the 4K Low score of 219 FPS. This shows that the settings are directly modulating the GPU's workload, with the RTX 4080's raw compute power (48.74 TFLOPS FP32) being the deciding factor. The system is not limited by VRAM capacity, as the 16 GB buffer is ample, nor is it limited by the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which provides sufficient bandwidth for the card's data demands.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend entirely on the target display's refresh rate and resolution. The data provides clear, actionable guidance for each tier. For users with a 4K 120Hz display, the High preset is the clear recommendation, delivering a 130 FPS average. This is a perfect match for the display's capabilities, offering maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. The Medium preset at 4K, with a 158 FPS average, is also an option for those who prefer a higher frame rate buffer, but the visual trade-off from High is not justified when the High preset already exceeds 120 FPS.

For 1440p displays with a 165Hz or 240Hz refresh rate, the Ultra preset is the best choice. The 133 FPS average at 1440p Ultra is high enough to satisfy a 120Hz or 144Hz panel and provides the best image quality. For a 240Hz panel, dropping to the High preset (206 FPS) would be necessary to get closer to the maximum refresh rate, but the visual compromise is significant. The data suggests that High at 1440p is an excellent middle ground for high-refresh displays, offering a massive 206 FPS average.

At 1080p, the system is so powerful that the only reasonable recommendation is the Ultra preset. The 184 FPS average at 1080p Ultra is more than enough for any 144Hz or 165Hz monitor, and it maximizes the visual fidelity of the game. Lowering settings at 1080p is unnecessary, as the High (285 FPS), Medium (345 FPS), and Low (479 FPS) presets offer frame rates that exceed the refresh rate of virtually all consumer displays. The data indicates that the GPU is never the limiting factor at 1080p, so users should default to the highest quality settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance envelope. At 1920x1080, the system is essentially unconstrained. The Low preset achieves a 479 FPS average, which confirms the CPU's single-thread performance (2085 in Cinebench R23 single-core) and IPC. Medium yields 345 FPS (min 293, max 396), High yields 285 FPS, and Ultra yields 184 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is roughly a 61.6% reduction in FPS, showing how much additional GPU work is being requested. There is no min or max FPS data for Low, High, or Ultra at this resolution, suggesting the frame times were consistent enough not to record outliers.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more work. Low still manages an impressive 346 FPS average, while Medium drops to 249 FPS (min 212, max 286). The High preset sees a significant drop to 206 FPS, and Ultra settles at 133 FPS. The delta between 1080p and 1440p for each setting is notable: Low drops by 27.8%, Medium by 27.8%, High by 27.7%, and Ultra by 27.7%. This consistent percentage drop across all settings indicates a uniform increase in pixel count, with no unexpected bottlenecks appearing.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4080 is fully engaged. The Low preset still produces a very playable 219 FPS average, but the scaling becomes more pronounced with higher settings. Medium yields 158 FPS (min 134, max 181), which is a solid 144Hz experience. High produces a 130 FPS average, and Ultra drops to 84 FPS. The performance gap between 1440p and 4K is significant, with High settings dropping by 36.9% (206 to 130 FPS) and Ultra dropping by 36.8% (133 to 84 FPS). This indicates that 4K Ultra is the first configuration where the system's frame rate dips below the 100 FPS mark, but it remains well within the bounds of high-refresh gaming.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested configurations, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 246th out of 3718 combos for this game. This places it in the top 6.6% of all tested systems, a strong performance that aligns with the high-end components. The combo's rank is a holistic measure, taking into account not just the GPU's raw power but also the CPU's ability to feed it. The CPU's percentile rank of 89th among all CPUs, combined with the GPU's 86th percentile, confirms that this is a well-balanced pairing.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database provide context for its performance. The RTX 4080 is 0.1% ahead of the RTX 4080 SUPER in average benchmark score, meaning the SUPER variant offers no meaningful performance uplift in synthetic tests. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 1.1% behind, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 2.6% behind. These deltas confirm the RTX 4080's position as a top-tier card, and its 16 GB of VRAM ensures it is future-proof for demanding titles. The CPU's rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (0.1% ahead) and Intel Core i9-13900HX (0.1% behind), show that the Ultra 5 235 is competitive with flagship mobile and workstation parts, making it a strong desktop choice for gaming.

FAQ

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming at high refresh rates?

A: Yes. The measured data shows a 130 FPS average at 4K High settings and 158 FPS at 4K Medium. This is more than sufficient for a 120Hz or 144Hz 4K monitor. Even the 4K Ultra preset, at 84 FPS, is playable on a 90Hz display.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p 240Hz monitor?

A: To take full advantage of a 240Hz display, the High preset is required, delivering a 206 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 1440p yields 133 FPS, which is better suited for a 144Hz panel.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The data suggests it is not a limiting factor at standard resolutions. At 1080p, the system achieves 479 FPS on Low settings, demonstrating the CPU's ability to feed the GPU. At 4K Ultra, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, as the CPU has ample headroom.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The benchmark data shows the RTX 4080 is 0.1% ahead of the RTX 4080 SUPER in average score. In practical terms, they are performance equivalents, and the difference in FPS in Undisputed would be negligible.

Q: Is 16 GB of VRAM enough for this game?

A: Yes. The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory is more than ample for Undisputed at any resolution and settings preset. The high memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s ensures that even at 4K Ultra, texture loading will not cause stuttering.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 1440p?

A: On average, across all settings, the frame rate drops by approximately 27.7% when moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440. This is a consistent scaling factor, indicating a predictable increase in GPU workload without any unexpected performance cliffs.