Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is a formidable combination for Control, placing the combo at rank 639 out of 3,720 tested configurations. This positions the pairing in the top 17% of all combos tested, indicating that this system is well above the median for handling this title. The data confirms that every settings preset at every resolution is playable, with the weakest recorded average being 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, which exactly meets the playable threshold. This is a system that does not just run the game; it runs it at maximum fidelity across the board.

How This Combo Ranks

Benchmark results place this specific CPU and GPU pairing at rank 639 out of 3,720 tested combinations for Control. This puts the combo in the 83rd percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of configurations. The ranking is a reflection of the GPU's raw rasterization strength combined with a CPU that easily keeps up with the game’s demands.

The percentile ranking of 83 for both the CPU and GPU underscores that neither component is a bottleneck in this pairing. The system’s performance is not just about the sum of its parts, but the balance between them. The data shows that when this specific CPU and GPU are combined, the result is a top-tier experience for this title, with the headroom to run the game at its highest visual quality without sacrificing frame rate. The only scenarios where the combo dips near the playable threshold are at the most demanding settings at the highest resolution, showing a clear performance ceiling that is still comfortably within playable bounds.

CPU and GPU Roles

Analyzing the frame rate scaling across resolutions and presets reveals a classic pattern where the GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is substantial, moving from 214 FPS down to 118 FPS. This large delta suggests that even at 1080p, the game is heavily dependent on the graphics card, though the CPU is still feeding it enough data to reach these high numbers.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p and then to 4K shows the GPU's workload increasing significantly. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 135 FPS at 1080p to 102 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 69 FPS at 4K. This consistent drop indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary driver of performance. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 part with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, provides sufficient throughput that it does not create a bottleneck, but the performance curve is clearly dictated by the graphics card's capabilities.

The role of the CPU is more apparent when comparing the frame rate deltas between settings at the same resolution. At 4K, moving from Low to Medium only costs 32 FPS (from 110 to 78), while at 1080p, the same settings change costs 62 FPS (from 214 to 152). This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU has more influence on the minimum frame rates and the overall responsiveness, but the GPU is still the main driver of average performance. In summary, for Control, the GPU is the primary performance arbiter, with the CPU providing a stable platform that never holds the system back.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance across all resolution and settings combinations. All figures are average FPS unless otherwise noted.

1920x1080:

• Low: 214 FPS average. This is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo, showcasing the immense headroom at this resolution.
• Medium: 152 FPS average, with a minimum of 130 FPS and a maximum of 175 FPS. The minimum frame rate stays well above the 60 FPS threshold.
• High: 135 FPS average. This setting provides a massive performance buffer for high-refresh-rate monitors.
• Ultra: 118 FPS average. Even at the highest preset, the system nearly doubles the playable threshold.

2560x1440:

• Low: 162 FPS average. Performance remains exceptionally high, ensuring a fluid experience.
• Medium: 115 FPS average, with a minimum of 98 FPS and a maximum of 133 FPS. The frame pacing is solid, with a minimum that would be imperceptible to most users.
• High: 102 FPS average. This is a sweet spot for high-refresh 1440p gaming.
• Ultra: 89 FPS average. The system still has substantial headroom, making Ultra a very viable option.

3840x2160:

• Low: 110 FPS average. Even at 4K, the system delivers a high-refresh experience on Low settings.
• Medium: 78 FPS average, with a minimum of 66 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS. The minimum frame rate is still comfortably above the playable threshold.
• High: 69 FPS average. This is a strong result for 4K High, leaving room for other graphical features.
• Ultra: 60 FPS average. This is the exact playable threshold, making it the most demanding preset that can still be played smoothly.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Control at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, the data shows that all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable at 3840x2160, with average frame rates ranging from 60 FPS on Ultra to 110 FPS on Low.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best choice, achieving an average frame rate of 89 FPS. This is well above the playable threshold and provides the highest visual quality.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, scores 32,707, which is a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812, a -0.2% difference, showing these CPUs are essentially tied in performance.

Q: What kind of frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the system produces an average of 152 FPS, with a minimum of 130 FPS and a maximum of 175 FPS. This ensures a very smooth experience.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER's performance close to any other GPUs?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43,223. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB scores 43,262, a -0.1% difference, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43,268, also a -0.1% difference, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: At which resolution does the Ultra preset drop to exactly 60 FPS?

A: At 3840x2160 (4K), the Ultra preset delivers an average frame rate of exactly 60 FPS, which is the playable threshold. All other resolutions maintain higher average frame rates on the Ultra preset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database shows that the CPU and GPU in this combo are closely matched by a few alternatives. For the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F, the most similar performers are the Intel Core i5-14600T and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H. The i5-14600T has an average score of 32,707, which is a 0.1% difference from the 7400F's 32,750. The Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32,697, a 0.2% difference. On the AMD side, the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812, which is -0.2% relative to the 7400F. These chips will provide a nearly identical CPU-bound experience in Control.

On the GPU side, the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is bracketed by a few interesting options. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB has an average score of 43,262, just a -0.1% delta from the 4070 SUPER's 43,223. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43,268, also -0.1%. The desktop Quadro M6000 scores 43,301, a -0.2% delta. Perhaps most notably, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43,667, which is a -1% delta, showing that even a mobile flagship is only slightly ahead in synthetic benchmarks. In practice, for Control, these GPUs would deliver frame rates within a very narrow margin of each other.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data identifies the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS for each resolution.

• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the most demanding playable option, achieving an average of 118 FPS. This provides a massive performance buffer and the highest visual fidelity.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset is also the best choice here, with an average of 89 FPS. This is a highly playable frame rate for a competitive or immersive experience.
• 3840x2160: At 4K, the Ultra preset is the most demanding playable option, with an average of exactly 60 FPS. This meets the playable threshold, allowing for maximum visual quality at the highest resolution.