Undisputed

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a mobile configuration that delivers a surprisingly strong showing in Undisputed, particularly for a sports title that often plays second fiddle to AAA shooters in optimization priority. The data indicates that this combo is capable of handling the game at high refresh rates, but the relationship between the CPU and GPU shifts dramatically depending on the resolution and quality preset selected. The measured FPS across the board suggests a system that is well-balanced at 1440p, but the bottlenecks become apparent when pushing to 4K Ultra or when targeting extreme frame rates at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K is the clearest indicator of where the performance ceiling lies for this pairing. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 144 at 1920x1080 to 104 at 2560x1440, a 28% reduction, and then further down to 66 at 3840x2160, a 54% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is classic GPU-bound behavior; as the pixel count increases, the rendering load on the RTX 4060 grows exponentially, and the CPU's ability to feed frames becomes less relevant. The drop from 1440p to 4K (66 vs 104) is significant, showing that the 8 GB frame buffer and the AD107 chip's 128-bit memory interface are working hard to maintain playable rates at UHD.

The story is similar at Low and Medium settings, but the absolute numbers reveal more about the system's ceiling. At Low settings, the gap between 1080p and 4K is stark: 242 FPS versus 111 FPS, a 54% decline. The fact that the 1080p Low score is 242 FPS is notable, as it approaches the refresh rate limits of many high-end displays, suggesting that the CPU is doing its job efficiently, but the GPU is still the limiting factor when the resolution climbs. Medium settings show a more moderate scaling pattern, with 174 FPS at 1080p, 126 FPS at 1440p, and 80 FPS at 4K. The consistent drop of roughly 27-37% between each resolution step at Medium indicates a smooth, predictable scaling behavior that is characteristic of a GPU that is well-matched to the game's engine at this setting tier.

The most telling data point for resolution scaling is the Ultra preset. Here, the 4K average is just 42 FPS, which is a 55% drop from the 1080p Ultra score of 93 FPS. This is a sharp decline that highlights the RTX 4060's limitations when the game's most demanding visual features are enabled at high pixel densities. The fact that 1440p Ultra (67 FPS) is only marginally faster than 4K High (66 FPS) suggests that the Ultra preset introduces a significant computational overhead that is not fully offset by the resolution reduction. In practical terms, the data suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can maintain high frame rates, but 4K gaming is only viable at lower settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX is a 24-core, 24-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This is a high-end mobile CPU that, according to its benchmark scores, is designed for heavy multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35589 and Geekbench multi-core score of 20795 place it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, indicating that it is not a bottleneck in this gaming scenario. The CPU's role in Undisputed is primarily to manage the game's physics, AI, and frame pacing, which is a relatively modest load for a processor of this caliber.

The benchmark data for the CPU shows its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon w5-3525, AMD EPYC 4484PX, and AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX, all of which have average scores within 0.7% of the 275HX. This indicates that the 275HX is performing at the top tier of mobile processors, but the gaming results are more dependent on the GPU. The high frame rates at 1080p Low (242 FPS) and 1080p Medium (174 FPS) are evidence of the CPU's ability to process game logic and issue draw calls quickly, ensuring that the GPU is never starved for data. However, the CPU's performance is not the differentiator in this combo; it is a capable foundation that allows the GPU to do its work.

The fact that the CPU has 24 threads is relevant, but the game does not appear to be heavily threaded based on the scaling data. The performance at 1080p Ultra (93 FPS) versus 1080p High (144 FPS) shows a 35% drop, which is more likely due to the GPU's shading and texture work than CPU limitations. The 275HX's single-core performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2204, is strong, which helps in games that rely on a single main thread. The data suggests that this CPU is more than sufficient for Undisputed, and its role is to maintain a stable frame delivery, which it does admirably, as the FPS numbers are consistent and predictable across resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the definitive performance driver in this configuration. With 3072 shading units, 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, it is a mid-range GPU that is positioned to handle 1080p and 1440p gaming. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2302 and Passmark G3D score of 19545 place it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, which is a modest ranking compared to the CPU's 94th percentile. This performance disparity is the root of the system's behavior: the GPU is the bottleneck in most scenarios, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

The GPU's 8 GB of VRAM is a critical factor. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 42, which is unplayable for a fast-paced sports game. The 128-bit memory interface and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are not sufficient for the high texture and geometry loads at 4K with Ultra presets. The scaling from 1080p Ultra (93 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (67 FPS) is a 28% drop, which is expected, but the additional 22% drop to 4K Ultra (42 FPS) indicates that the GPU is hitting a memory bandwidth or capacity wall. The data suggests that the RTX 4060 is a capable 1080p card and a decent 1440p card, but it is not designed for 4K gaming, especially with high-quality settings.

The GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals is interesting. The data shows that the RTX 4060's average score is within 0.7% of the AMD Radeon HD 7790, AMD Radeon 780M, and AMD Radeon Pro 560. This is a peculiar comparison, as the HD 7790 is a much older card, but the benchmark averages suggest that the RTX 4060 is not significantly faster in synthetic tests. However, the measured FPS in Undisputed is what matters, and the RTX 4060 delivers solid results at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU's role is to render the boxing ring, fighters, and crowds, and it does so effectively up to 1440p High, where it maintains 104 FPS, but it struggles to maintain 60 FPS at 4K even on High settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Undisputed, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1704 out of 2813 combos. This places it in the middle of the pack, which is a reasonable position given that the CPU is top-tier but the GPU is mid-range. The rank is not a reflection of poor performance; it is a measure of how other, often more expensive, combos with higher-end GPUs perform. The combo's rank indicates that there are 1703 other configurations that achieve higher average FPS, which is expected when comparing against systems with RTX 4080 or 4090-class GPUs.

The combo rank is more informative when considered alongside the measured FPS. At 1080p Medium, the average FPS is 174, which is a high score that would likely place the combo much higher in a ranking that weights 1080p performance. However, the database rank is an aggregate of all resolutions and settings, so the 4K Ultra score of 42 FPS drags down the overall position. The data suggests that this combo is a strong performer for its GPU class, but it is not a top-tier contender in the overall rankings due to the inherent limits of the RTX 4060. The CPU's high percentile ranking does not compensate for the GPU's mid-range status in this game's performance hierarchy.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo's performance across a grid of resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are excellent: Low averages 242 FPS, Medium averages 174 FPS with a minimum of 148 and a maximum of 200, High averages 144 FPS, and Ultra averages 93 FPS. This means that at 1080p, the user can comfortably use High settings for a smooth 144 FPS experience, or even Ultra for a playable 93 FPS. The 1080p Medium data shows a tight frame time distribution, with the minimum and maximum within 52 FPS of each other, indicating stable performance.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings yield an average of 175 FPS, Medium drops to 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 and a maximum of 145, High averages 104 FPS, and Ultra averages 67 FPS. The 1440p Medium setting is the sweet spot for this resolution, offering a high refresh rate experience that is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The 1440p Ultra score of 67 FPS is still playable, but it is close to the edge of what would be considered a smooth experience for a competitive sports game. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 25-30% of the frame rate across all settings, which is a reasonable trade-off for the increased sharpness.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low settings average 111 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium drops to 80 FPS, High to 66 FPS, and Ultra to just 42 FPS. The 4K Medium score of 80 FPS is the only setting that provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, and it comes with a minimum of 68 FPS, which is acceptable. The 4K High score of 66 FPS is on the edge, and 4K Ultra is not recommended for a smooth experience. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is possible with this combo, but only at lower settings, and the user must be willing to accept visual compromises to maintain playable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal experience for this combo is at 2560x1440 with Medium settings. This configuration delivers an average of 126 FPS, with a minimum of 107, which provides a smooth and responsive experience that is ideal for the fast-paced action of a boxing game. The jump from Medium to High at 1440p costs 22 FPS, reducing the average to 104, which is still excellent but less headroom for demanding scenes. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, 1440p Medium is the best balance of visual fidelity and performance.

For 1080p users, the recommendation is High settings, which yields 144 FPS. This matches the refresh rate of many gaming monitors and provides a very smooth experience. Dropping to Medium at 1080p increases the frame rate to 174 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is noticeable, and the extra 30 FPS is not necessary for most players. The Ultra preset at 1080p, averaging 93 FPS, is a viable option for those who prioritize visuals over frame rate, but it is not the best choice for competitive play.

For 4K users, the data suggests that Medium settings are the only viable option, with an average of 80 FPS. This is a playable experience, but the minimum of 68 FPS indicates there may be occasional stutters in dense scenes. High settings at 4K (66 FPS) are borderline, and Ultra (42 FPS) should be avoided. The recommendation is to stick to 1440p for the best overall experience, as the 4K Medium setting does not offer a significant visual upgrade over 1440p High, while requiring a substantial drop in frame rate. The data supports that this combo is best utilized at 1440p, where it provides a high refresh rate experience without compromising on quality.