Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a formidable combination for Control, delivering a playable experience at every resolution tested, including 4K. The data indicates this system ranks 1106 out of 3720 combinations for this game, placing it in the top third of all tested hardware. At 1080p and 1440p, the system provides a significant performance buffer, allowing for maximum settings with average frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K, the system remains playable at High settings, though Ultra settings will dip below the target frame rate.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, it is playable at 4K. The measured average frame rate is 60.1 FPS on High settings, 68 FPS on Medium, and 91.4 FPS on Low settings. However, Ultra settings drop to 53.2 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The system can handle the Ultra preset at 2560x1440, achieving an average of 75.8 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays above the 60 FPS target, making it the best choice for maximum visual quality at this resolution.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324. It performs nearly identically to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, which scores 26274, a difference of only 0.2%. It is also 0.3% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS and 0.4% faster than the Intel Core i9-11900KF.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 3080 and its closest rivals?

A: The RTX 3080 has an average benchmark score of 23172. It is 0.3% faster than the NVIDIA P106-100 and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16, and 0.4% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6600M and AMD Radeon R9 M290X. The performance delta is minimal across all these cards.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. At Low settings, the system averages 183.5 FPS, while at Ultra settings, it averages 102.4 FPS. This represents a significant 79.1% increase in frame rate when dropping from Ultra to Low.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7600 a strong performer in synthetic benchmarks?

A: Yes, the data indicates it is a solid processor. It scores 12735 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1852 points in single-core. Its percentile ranking is 78, meaning it outperforms 78% of all CPUs in the benchmark database.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data shows a clear trend where the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution increases, while the CPU's performance ceiling is more apparent at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the system achieves 183.5 FPS on Low settings, which suggests a scenario where the CPU is capable of feeding frames at a very high rate. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p results in a drop to 102.4 FPS, a reduction of 44.2%, indicating that the GPU is being taxed more as visual fidelity increases.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates at each preset scale down proportionally. Low settings yield 137.6 FPS, while Ultra yields 75.8 FPS, a 44.9% reduction. This similar percentage drop indicates that the GPU is now the primary bottleneck, as the increased pixel count places a heavier load on the graphics card. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings results in a 26% performance decrease, from 102.4 FPS to 75.8 FPS, which is consistent with a GPU-bound workload.

At 4K, the GPU's dominance is absolute. The system averages 60.1 FPS at High settings and only 53.2 FPS at Ultra, a drop of 11.5%. The difference between 1440p and 4K at High settings is a 30.5% decrease in frame rate (86.5 to 60.1 FPS). This data confirms that the RTX 3080 is the limiting factor at 4K, and the Ryzen 5 7600 provides sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a bottleneck at any tested setting. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a Geekbench single-core score of 2521, ensures it can keep up with the GPU's demands.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates across all presets. Low settings achieve an average of 183.5 FPS, Medium settings hit 130.7 FPS, High settings reach 116.4 FPS, and Ultra settings maintain 102.4 FPS. All presets at this resolution provide a substantial margin above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. The average frame rates are 137.6 FPS for Low, 101.1 FPS for Medium, 86.5 FPS for High, and 75.8 FPS for Ultra. The step from High to Ultra represents a 12.4% performance cost, which is a reasonable trade-off for the visual improvements. Every preset here clears the 60 FPS target with ease.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to feel the strain of the higher resolution. Low settings produce an average of 91.4 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium settings deliver 68 FPS, and High settings just barely clear the 60 FPS threshold with 60.1 FPS. Ultra settings, however, fall short at 53.2 FPS, making it the only preset across all resolutions that is not playable. The data shows a clear linear progression of performance costs as settings increase, with each step from Low to Ultra costing approximately 11% to 15% in frame rate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in terms of overall benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS, the Intel Core i9-11900KF, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U. The Ryzen 7 7435HS is the fastest of this group, scoring 26402, which is 0.3% higher than the Ryzen 5 7600. The Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274, a 0.2% difference, while the Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212, a 0.4% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187, a 0.5% difference. In practical terms, these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Control, with performance differences well within the margin of error.

On the GPU side, the RTX 3080's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA P106-100, AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16, AMD Radeon RX 6600M, and AMD Radeon R9 M290X. The Radeon R9 M290X and Radeon RX 6600M are the closest, with average scores of 23276 and 23273 respectively, making them 0.4% faster than the RTX 3080. The NVIDIA P106-100 and Radeon Pro Vega 16 are 0.3% slower, with scores of 23249 and 23250. Users with these GPUs can expect frame rates that are essentially identical to those measured in this analysis, within a margin of 1-2 FPS at most.

It is important to note that the RTX 3080's percentile ranking is 68, meaning it outperforms 68% of all GPUs in the database. The CPU's percentile is 78. This indicates that the CPU is a relatively stronger component in this pairing, but both are well above average for gaming.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best playable preset is High, which achieves an average frame rate of 60.1 FPS. This is the most demanding setting that maintains an average at or above the 60 FPS threshold. While Medium settings are also playable at 68 FPS, High provides better visual quality with a minimal performance hit. Ultra settings at this resolution are not recommended, as they fall to 53.2 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 75.8 FPS. This provides the highest visual fidelity while maintaining a comfortable 26% margin above the 60 FPS target. All other presets are also playable, but they do not offer the same level of visual quality as Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is again the best option, achieving an average of 102.4 FPS. This is more than 70% above the playable threshold, offering a smooth experience even on high-refresh-rate displays. The system has enough headroom at this resolution to easily handle the most demanding settings.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Control successfully at all three tested resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally capable, with all presets, including Ultra, providing frame rates well above 60 FPS. The best experience is found at Ultra settings, which yield 102.4 FPS, making it suitable for 100Hz or 120Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, the system is also highly capable. The Ultra preset runs at 75.8 FPS, providing a great balance of visual quality and performance. This resolution is the sweet spot for this hardware combination, offering a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining a solid frame rate. The verdict for this resolution is unequivocally playable, with all settings clearing the 60 FPS bar.

At 3840x2160, the system is playable, but with a caveat. High settings achieve 60.1 FPS, which just meets the playable threshold. Medium and Low settings also work well, providing 68 and 91.4 FPS respectively. However, Ultra settings at 4K are not playable, with an average of 53.2 FPS. Users with a 4K display should stick to High settings for a consistent 60 FPS experience, or accept a lower frame rate at Ultra. Overall, this is a powerful combination that offers flexibility across a wide range of visual and performance targets.