Undisputed

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a solid, high-refresh-rate experience in Undisputed, with performance that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows this combo sits in the 66th percentile, ranking 2470 out of 3718 tested combinations. This places it firmly in the upper-middle tier of systems, offering a noticeable step up from entry-level hardware but not quite reaching the top echelon of enthusiast builds. The pairing is well-balanced for this sports title, with the CPU and GPU each taking on distinct roles depending on the workload.

How This Combo Ranks

The measured results place this Intel and NVIDIA pairing at rank 2470 out of 3718 combos tested in Undisputed. This 66th-percentile standing indicates a system that handles the game’s demands competently, but it is not without competition. The combination’s overall position is a direct reflection of its component scores: the CPU sits in the 93rd percentile among all processors, while the GPU is in the 72nd percentile among all graphics cards. This discrepancy is significant; the processor is a top-tier performer, while the graphics card is a solid mid-range contender. The final ranking is thus a blend of these two strengths, with the GPU acting as the more limiting factor in demanding scenarios.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s average benchmark score of 63173 places it in close contention with several rivals. It is a mere 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13790F and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185. The data shows it is 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G and 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX. These margins are negligible in real-world gaming, confirming that the 265HX is at the performance level of its direct competitors. For the GPU, the average benchmark score of 26331 puts it 1.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT and 0.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary. It trails the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 by 0.3%, a statistical tie. This shows the RTX 5060 is competitively positioned within its class, with no single rival holding a decisive advantage.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is a 20-core, 20-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake-HX architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This high core count and boost capability provide substantial computational headroom. In Undisputed, a sports simulation, the CPU is responsible for game logic, physics, and AI calculations. The PassMark physics score of 2978 and the multithread score of 47985 indicate that the processor can handle these complex, multi-threaded tasks with ease, ensuring that the game’s simulation layer does not become a bottleneck.

The CPU’s strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a PassMark single-thread score of 4500 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5737, is also crucial. Many game engines still rely heavily on a few primary threads for core gameplay loops. The 265HX’s ability to boost to 5.30 GHz ensures that these threads are processed quickly, reducing latency and maintaining consistent frame pacing. The data shows the CPU is not the limiting component in this system; its 93rd-percentile ranking among all CPUs means it has ample performance for this title. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth further support smooth data flow, preventing stutters when the game needs to load new assets or process player interactions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the graphics workhorse of this combo, featuring 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. It is based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with 3840 shading units and 30 RT cores. The GPU’s boost clock is 2497 MHz. For Undisputed, which features detailed fighter models and arenas, the GPU’s role is to render the visuals, handle textures, and manage effects. The PassMark G3D score of 20891 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3628 show the card’s raw rendering capability. The data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the GPU provides ample performance, but at 4K, its 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus become a limiting factor.

The RTX 5060’s performance relative to its peers is closely matched. Its average benchmark score of 26331 is within a 1.2% margin of its nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary. This indicates that in Undisputed, the RTX 5060 will perform similarly to these cards. The GPU’s 72nd-percentile ranking among all GPUs is notably lower than the CPU’s 93rd-percentile ranking. This suggests that in this pairing, the GPU is the component that will determine the ceiling for frame rates, especially at higher resolutions and detail settings. The card’s 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, but the memory subsystem is a constraint in 4K scenarios.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system achieves an average of 140 FPS. This indicates a very smooth experience that is well above the 60 FPS threshold, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p and 4K at Medium settings?

A: The data shows a significant drop. At 1920x1080 Medium, the average FPS is 169, while at 3840x2160 Medium, it drops to 77 FPS. This represents a performance reduction of over 50% when moving to 4K.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor in this game?

A: The benchmark data indicates the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU ranks in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 72nd percentile. This performance gap means the RTX 5060 will typically be the first component to reach its limit, especially at higher resolutions.

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

A: The lowest average frame rate is 41 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings. This is the most demanding configuration tested and is the only one that dips below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT in synthetic benchmarks?

A: According to the nearestRivals data, the RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331, which is 1.2% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT’s score of 26011. This indicates a slight performance edge for the RTX 5060.

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates at 1440p on Ultra settings?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 65. This is just above the 60 FPS target, providing a playable experience, though it does not leave much headroom for demanding scenes.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the GPU’s role as the primary bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves a very high 235 FPS average. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 170 FPS, and at 4K Low, it falls to 107 FPS. This pattern shows that while the CPU can maintain high frame rates, the GPU’s rendering load increases significantly with pixel count. The frame rate drops by roughly 28% from 1080p to 1440p and by another 37% from 1440p to 4K at Low settings. This is a classic sign of a GPU-limited scenario.

The trend is similar at High settings, where the average FPS goes from 140 at 1080p, to 101 at 1440p, and finally to 64 at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep, representing a 37% reduction in frame rate. This indicates that the RTX 5060’s 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are strained by the 4K resolution’s higher pixel count and texture memory demands. The data suggests that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a high level of detail with a consistently smooth frame rate. At 4K, users will need to lower settings to maintain playability, as the Ultra preset drops to an average of 41 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 1440p is the standout choice. The data shows an average of 122 FPS with a minimum of 104 FPS, ensuring a fluid experience without any noticeable stutters. This provides a significant visual upgrade over Low settings while maintaining a frame rate that is well-suited for fast-paced gameplay. At 1080p, the Medium preset is even more impressive, with an average of 169 FPS and a minimum of 144 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play on high-refresh-rate displays.

If the goal is maximum visual fidelity, the High preset at 1440p is also viable, delivering an average of 101 FPS. This is a better choice than Ultra, which drops to 65 FPS at the same resolution. The 36 FPS difference between High and Ultra at 1440p is substantial, and the visual improvement from High to Ultra is often less noticeable in a sports title. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that High settings are the practical limit, yielding an average of 64 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as its 41 FPS average falls below the standard for smooth gameplay. The Low preset is only necessary for the highest possible frame rates, such as 235 FPS at 1080p, but it comes at a significant cost to visual detail. The Medium preset provides the best overall experience, offering a strong mix of performance and visual quality across all tested resolutions.