Control

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 1696 out of 3720 tested combinations in Control. This places the combo in the 54th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 46% of tested combos deliver higher average frame rates in this game. The ranking reflects a mid-pack position, neither a standout top-tier performer nor a laggard, which is consistent with the component pairing: a capable entry-level CPU from 2020 with a modern mid-range GPU from 2025.

The benchmark data shows that this combination's position is driven primarily by the GPU's ability to handle the game's rendering workload, while the CPU provides sufficient support to avoid becoming a major bottleneck at most settings. The overall rank of 1696 suggests that while the RTX 5060 is a strong performer, the Ryzen 5 4600G's older Zen 2 architecture limits the combo's ceiling in CPU-sensitive scenarios. However, in Control, which is known for its physics-heavy combat sequences, the 6-core, 12-thread processor with a 4.20 GHz boost clock manages to keep pace adequately, as evidenced by the measured frame rates across resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU across different resolutions and presets. At 1080p, the GPU is the primary driver of performance, but the CPU's influence becomes more apparent at lower settings where frame rates climb significantly. The measured FPS at 1920x1080 shows a progression from 82.3 FPS at Ultra to 149 FPS at Low, a 81% increase when dropping from the highest to the lowest preset. This wide spread indicates that at 1080p, the RTX 5060 has headroom to spare, and the Ryzen 5 4600G's single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 726, Cinebench R23 single-core of 1919) becomes the limiting factor at lower settings where the GPU could otherwise push even higher frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the picture changes. The spread between presets narrows: from 61.8 FPS at Ultra to 109.7 FPS at Low, a 77% difference. This narrowing suggests the GPU is starting to become more of a constraint, as the higher resolution increases the rendering load per frame. The CPU's role diminishes relatively, though it still contributes to the frame rate ceiling at Low settings. The 1440p data shows that the combo can maintain playable performance across all presets, with the Ultra preset just clearing the 60 FPS threshold at 61.8 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is firmly the dominant component. The measured FPS at 4K ranges from 40.5 FPS at Ultra to 72.4 FPS at Low. The spread between presets is 79%, similar to 1440p, but the absolute values are lower across the board, confirming that the RTX 5060's 8 GB GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus are the primary constraints at this resolution. The CPU's contribution at 4K is minimal, as the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 4600G's multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 13593, Passmark multi-thread of 15992) is sufficient to feed the GPU at 4K, but the GPU cannot maintain high frame rates at demanding presets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G sits very close to several other processors in terms of average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 17482, a negligible 0.1% difference from the 4600G's 17507 average. The Intel Core 7 150U scores 17395, which is 0.6% lower. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE scores 17614, 0.6% higher, and the Intel Core i3-14100T scores 17648, 0.8% higher. These four CPUs represent the closest performance tier to the Ryzen 5 4600G, meaning that swapping to any of these would produce nearly identical frame rates in Control, assuming the same GPU and system configuration.

For the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has nearest rivals that are surprisingly close in average score. The AMD Radeon 860M scores 26401, which is 0.3% lower than the RTX 5060's 26331 average. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421, also 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553, 0.8% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, 1.2% lower. These four GPUs would deliver essentially the same performance in Control as the RTX 5060, with frame rate differences of less than 2% in synthetic benchmarks. In practical terms, users with any of these GPUs paired with a similarly performing CPU should expect nearly identical measured FPS values to those recorded for this combo.

The Verdict

The recorded data answers the question directly: yes, this PC can run Control, and it does so comfortably at 1080p and 1440p across all tested presets. The verdict by resolution confirms that at 1920x1080, all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best preset being Ultra at 82.3 FPS average. At 2560x1440, all four settings also clear the 60 FPS playable threshold, with Ultra achieving 61.8 FPS average. The best 1440p preset is Ultra, which delivers the highest visual quality while still maintaining playable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more restrictive. Only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, achieving 72.4 FPS average. Medium (55.5 FPS), High (50.5 FPS), and Ultra (40.5 FPS) all fall below the 60 FPS playable line. The verdict recommends Low as the best settings for 4K, as it is the only preset that maintains smooth gameplay. For users prioritizing visual quality at 4K, the data suggests that frame rates will dip below the playable threshold, and the experience will feel less fluid. In summary, this combo is a solid choice for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but 4K users must accept Low settings to achieve consistent 60 FPS performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how this combo performs at each resolution and preset combination. The database records average FPS values only, with minimum and maximum values not captured for any configuration.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low preset delivers 72.4 FPS, Medium drops to 55.5 FPS, High achieves 50.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 40.5 FPS. The step from Low to Medium represents a 23% performance penalty, while the step from Medium to High costs another 9%, and High to Ultra costs another 20%. This steep drop-off at higher presets indicates that the RTX 5060's memory bandwidth and rasterization throughput are heavily taxed at 4K with increased graphical fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are: Low at 109.7 FPS, Medium at 82.3 FPS, High at 72.3 FPS, and Ultra at 61.8 FPS. The progression from Low to Medium costs 25% performance, Medium to High costs 12%, and High to Ultra costs 15%. The Ultra result of 61.8 FPS is just barely above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making it a viable but not comfortable choice for users who want maximum settings at 1440p.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are: Low at 149 FPS, Medium at 107.8 FPS, High at 92.2 FPS, and Ultra at 82.3 FPS. The Low preset result of 149 FPS is the highest recorded value across all configurations, demonstrating the GPU's capability at lower resolutions. The step from Low to Medium costs 28% performance, Medium to High costs 14%, and High to Ultra costs 11%. The Ultra preset at 82.3 FPS is well above the playable threshold, providing a comfortable margin for demanding scenes.

The data shows a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the performance cost of higher presets becomes more pronounced, and the absolute frame rates decrease. At 1080p, even Ultra settings maintain a wide margin above 60 FPS, while at 4K, only Low settings achieve that margin.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Control at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average of 82.3 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 2560x1440 for this combo?

A: The verdict indicates that Ultra is the best settings preset at 1440p, achieving an average of 61.8 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this CPU and GPU combination?

A: Only at Low settings, which delivers 72.4 FPS average at 3840x2160. Medium (55.5 FPS), High (50.5 FPS), and Ultra (40.5 FPS) all fall below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when going from Low to Ultra at 1080p?

A: The average frame rate drops from 149 FPS at Low to 82.3 FPS at Ultra, a 45% performance reduction.

Q: Which component is the bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The GPU is the dominant constraint at 3840x2160, as the frame rates vary significantly with preset changes while the CPU's influence is minimal at this resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested configurations in Control?

A: It ranks 1696 out of 3720 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the distribution, above roughly 54% of all tested configurations.