Undisputed

Undisputed is a boxing title that can scale from incredibly fast on modest settings to a demanding showcase at max quality. This analysis focuses on the specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 processor and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER graphics card. The data provided offers a clear picture of how this pairing handles the game across three resolutions and four quality presets, revealing a component relationship that shifts depending on where you set the dial.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable but steep curve as resolution increases, highlighting a transition from a CPU-bound scenario at 1080p to a GPU-bound one at 4K. At 1920x1080, the combo is clearly not limited by the graphics card. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 252 FPS, and even at High settings it maintains a strong 150 FPS. This indicates the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has ample headroom, and the RTX 2070 SUPER is able to push frames far beyond what most displays can even show at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the dependency on the GPU becomes more apparent. The Low preset average drops from 252 FPS to 182 FPS, a significant 28% reduction, while the High preset falls from 150 FPS to 109 FPS. This scaling is much steeper than what you would see if the CPU were the primary bottleneck. The gap between resolutions narrows at the top end, showing that the GPU is starting to struggle with the increased pixel count, particularly on the more demanding settings.

The 4K results confirm that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the definitive limiting factor at 3840x2160. The High preset manages an average of 69 FPS, which is playable, but the Ultra preset plummets to just 44 FPS. This dramatic drop from 1440p to 4K, where the High preset loses 40 FPS, signals that the game's visual fidelity at this resolution is heavily taxing the 8 GB of VRAM and the GPU's compute capabilities. The data suggests that for a smooth 4K experience, you would need to primarily operate on the High preset and below, as the step up to Ultra is too costly for this card.

The frame time data for the Medium preset reinforces this analysis. At 1080p, the minimum FPS is 154, with an average of 182. At 1440p, the minimum drops to 112 against an average of 131. At 4K, the minimum is 71 against an average of 83. The consistency between the average and minimum values at each resolution suggests that the frame pacing is stable, without sudden hitches, which is often a sign of a well-optimized game or a balanced system. The fact that the minimum FPS is always within a reasonable margin of the average indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is keeping up with the GPU's output, preventing CPU-side stutters even as the GPU load increases.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience for this combo depends heavily on your target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 97 FPS, which is a solid experience for a high-refresh monitor. However, given that the High preset achieves 150 FPS, a 54% increase, it is the more sensible choice for competitive or fast-paced play. The Low preset at 252 FPS is excessive for most users, but it shows that if you are chasing maximum frame rates, the hardware is more than capable.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the sweet spot. It provides an average of 109 FPS, which is ideal for 1440p monitors that support high refresh rates. The Medium preset offers 131 FPS, but the visual jump from Medium to High is often substantial in modern titles, and the 22 FPS cost seems worthwhile for the visual improvement. The Ultra preset, at 70 FPS, is still playable, but it represents a significant 36% performance drop from High. This indicates that the extra visual effects in the Ultra preset are particularly demanding on the GPU.

For 3840x2160, the choices are more constrained. The High preset is the only setting that offers a consistently smooth experience, with an average of 69 FPS. The Medium preset boosts this to 83 FPS, which is also a very playable number and might be the better choice if you want a higher frame rate, though you will have to accept the lower visual quality. The Low preset at 115 FPS is remarkably fast for 4K, suggesting the game is well-optimized at lower settings. The Ultra preset at 44 FPS is best avoided, as it falls below the threshold for smooth, consistent motion on most displays.

The data's recommendation is clear: this combination is built for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming on High settings. It can handle 4K, but only by dropping to Medium or High settings, where it still provides a very respectable experience. The Ultra preset is a performance killer at higher resolutions and should only be used at 1080p, and even then, the High preset offers a significantly better frame rate for a likely minimal visual difference.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 1618 out of 2813 combos for this game. This places it in the 57th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a slight majority of other hardware pairings. This mid-pack ranking is a logical outcome given the components involved. The CPU is a high-end, modern processor, but the GPU is an older, mid-range to upper-mid-range card from a previous generation.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 itself is a very strong performer, with an average benchmark score of 64640, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 4464P, which it trails by a negligible 0.3%, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, which it leads by 0.3%. This shows that the processor is not the bottleneck in this system. Its performance is on par with the top-tier server and workstation chips, which is excellent for a desktop processor.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, on the other hand, is a more modest component. Its average benchmark score is 20282, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. It is closely matched with the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and the Intel Arc B570, trailing them by 1% and 1.3% respectively, while leading the Intel Arc A750 by 1.5%. This indicates that while the GPU is competent, it is not a top-tier performer in the current market. The overall combo rank of 1618 reflects this pairing of a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU; the system's performance is ultimately capped by the graphics card, preventing it from reaching the upper echelons of the ranking.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured frame rates for this combo is as follows.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 252 FPS. The Medium preset delivers an average of 182 FPS, with a minimum of 154 FPS and a maximum of 209 FPS. The High preset averages 150 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 97 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down. The Low preset averages 182 FPS. The Medium preset provides an average of 131 FPS, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS. The High preset averages 109 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 70 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is fully taxed. The Low preset still delivers a very playable average of 115 FPS. The Medium preset achieves an average of 83 FPS, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. The High preset manages an average of 69 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most punishing, with an average of only 44 FPS.

The data clearly shows a linear scaling with resolution. The difference between 1080p and 1440p is roughly a 25-30% performance drop across most settings, and the jump from 1440p to 4K results in a further 35-40% drop. This is a typical pattern for a GPU-bound scenario, confirming that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary determinant of frame rate in this game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER plays the definitive role in this system's Undisputed performance. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, it provides a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is adequate for the game at 1080p and 1440p on most settings, but the substantial frame rate drops at 4K suggest that the memory capacity and bandwidth are being pushed to their limits at that resolution with the Ultra preset.

The GPU's core clocks are 1605 MHz base and 1770 MHz boost. While these are not the highest clocks, the card's performance is more defined by its 2560 shading units and its overall architecture. The measured performance in Undisputed aligns with its benchmark standing. Its Passmark G3D score of 18169 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1651 are indicative of a mid-range card that can handle modern games at high settings in 1080p and 1440p, but will not excel at 4K with maximum details.

The fact that the GPU's nearest rivals are the Intel Arc A750 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with performance deltas of around 1.5% or less, reinforces its position in the market. It is a solid performer, but it is a generation behind the current top-tier cards. In Undisputed, this translates to a hard ceiling at 4K Ultra (44 FPS), while still providing an excellent experience at 1080p High (150 FPS). The 8 GB VRAM buffer is likely the culprit for the steep drop at 4K Ultra, as the game's high-resolution textures and effects can easily exceed that capacity, causing performance to crater.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K smoothly?

A: Yes, but not at the highest settings. The measured data shows an average of 69 FPS at 4K with High settings and 83 FPS with Medium settings, both of which are playable. However, the Ultra preset drops to an average of just 44 FPS, which is not ideal for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The High preset is the recommended choice for 1440p. It delivers a strong average of 109 FPS. While the Medium preset is faster at 131 FPS, the High preset gives a better visual experience for a 22 FPS cost. The Ultra preset is also playable at 70 FPS, but offers a diminished return on performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this system for this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to allow for very high frame rates (252 FPS on Low). As resolution increases to 4K, the frame rate drops dramatically, which is a classic sign of a GPU limitation, not a CPU one.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has an average benchmark score of 64640. It trails the AMD EPYC 4464P by a negligible 0.3% and the AMD EPYC 9124 by 0.7%. It leads the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F by 0.3% and the AMD EPYC 7343 by 0.7%. Its performance is statistically tied with these top-tier processors.

Q: What is the most demanding setting preset for this game?

A: The Ultra preset is the most demanding across all resolutions. At 1080p, it drops the average FPS from 150 (High) to 97. At 4K, it is the only setting that drops below 60 FPS, achieving an average of just 44 FPS, making it unplayable for smooth motion on standard displays.

Q: Should I use the Low preset to get the highest frame rate?

A: If your sole objective is maximum FPS, then yes. The Low preset achieves an average of 252 FPS at 1080p and 182 FPS at 1440p. However, this comes at a significant visual cost. The High preset at 1440p (109 FPS) or 1080p (150 FPS) offers a much better balance of visual fidelity and performance for most users.