Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers a broadly playable experience in Control, but the margin of comfort varies sharply with resolution. The measured data shows a system that is firmly a 1080p and 1440p performer, while 4K requires significant settings compromises to stay above 60 FPS. This analysis breaks down exactly what the benchmark results indicate for each resolution, how this combo compares to nearby hardware, and where the CPU and GPU each exert their influence.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 89.1 FPS. This is the clear ceiling for visual quality without sacrificing frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is also Ultra, achieving an average of 67.1 FPS. This leaves a reasonable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the combo can handle the highest settings at this resolution, though with less headroom than at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 79.7 FPS. The High preset falls to 48.4 FPS, Medium to 55.6 FPS, and Ultra to 42.5 FPS, all of which miss the 60 FPS target. The data confirms that 4K gaming on this combo requires turning down to the lowest settings for a smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-12600K are the closest matches, with average scores of 27578, a delta of just 0.2% from the Ryzen 5 7600X’s benchmark average of 27636. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE is slightly ahead at 27712 (0.3% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 trails by 0.4% at 27535. This indicates that any of these processors would yield nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Control.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the nearest rival, with an average score of 17083 versus the RTX 3070’s 17208, a delta of 0.7%. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, 1% delta) and AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17019, 1.1% delta) are slightly further behind. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c is the only rival that scores higher, at 17468, which is a 1.5% delta. In practice, this means the RTX 3070’s frame rates in Control would be closely replicated by the RX 7600 XT, while the other listed GPUs would be marginally slower.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The full measured FPS data reveals a consistent pattern across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates scale from 157.4 FPS on Low, to 114.2 FPS on Medium, 98.6 FPS on High, and 89.1 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 68.3 FPS, showing that the GPU has substantial headroom at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 121.7 FPS on Low, 84.9 FPS on Medium, 73.8 FPS on High, and 67.1 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra is 54.6 FPS. Notably, the scaling from 1080p to 1440p at each preset shows a consistent reduction: about 35 FPS on Low, 29 FPS on Medium, 25 FPS on High, and 22 FPS on Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the numbers are 79.7 FPS on Low, 55.6 FPS on Medium, 48.4 FPS on High, and 42.5 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra here is 37.2 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K is much more punishing: a 42 FPS drop on Low, 29 FPS on Medium, 25 FPS on High, and 25 FPS on Ultra. The data shows that the RTX 3070’s 8 GB memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are enough for 1080p and 1440p, but 4K pushes the GPU past its comfortable limit for anything above Low settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 4K with High settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 48.4, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The only playable setting at 4K is Low, which averages 79.7 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming?

A: The data indicates that Ultra settings at 2560x1440 are playable, with an average of 67.1 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS.

Q: How much faster is 1080p Ultra compared to 1440p Ultra?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 89.1, while at 1440p Ultra it is 67.1. This represents a 22 FPS advantage for the lower resolution, or approximately a 33% increase in frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at any resolution?

A: The benchmark results do not show explicit CPU bottleneck data for Control. However, the CPU’s single-thread score of 1965 in Cinebench R23 and its 79th percentile ranking among all CPUs suggest it is a high-end part. The FPS scaling between resolutions (e.g., dropping from 157.4 FPS at 1080p Low to 79.7 FPS at 4K Low) indicates the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What GPU rival would perform most similarly to the RTX 3070?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the closest GPU rival, with an average benchmark score of 17083 compared to the RTX 3070’s 17208, a delta of 0.7%. In-game, this would translate to nearly identical frame rates.

Q: What is the playable threshold for this game?

A: The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS in the data. Any settings preset with an average FPS at or above this value is considered playable.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU has more influence, as evidenced by the wide FPS spread between presets (157.4 FPS on Low to 89.1 FPS on Ultra). The Ryzen 5 7600X’s strong single-thread performance (1965 in Cinebench R23) and high boost clock of 5.30 GHz allow it to feed the GPU effectively at lower resolutions, where the GPU is not fully saturated.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a larger role. The FPS spread narrows (121.7 FPS on Low to 67.1 FPS on Ultra), and the absolute numbers drop. This suggests that the RTX 3070’s shading units (5888) and texture rate (317.4 GTexel/s) are becoming the limiting factor, as the CPU has enough headroom to keep up.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmingly the bottleneck. The FPS range narrows further (79.7 FPS on Low to 42.5 FPS on Ultra), and even the Low preset cannot reach the 60 FPS threshold at High or above. The GPU’s 8 GB memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are not sufficient to maintain high frame rates at this pixel count. The CPU’s role diminishes significantly, as the GPU’s rendering workload dominates the frame time. The scaling between resolutions—where 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 20-30% performance, but 1440p to 4K costs 30-40%—confirms that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and processing power are the primary constraints at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1644 out of 3720 tested combos in Control. This places it in the 44th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms 44% of the systems in the database. The rank is a composite measure of the CPU’s 79th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 61st percentile ranking. The CPU is clearly a high-end part relative to all CPUs, while the GPU is more mid-range relative to all GPUs. The combo’s overall rank is dragged down by the GPU’s lower percentile, indicating that the RTX 3070 is the weaker link in this pairing for this particular game. In practical terms, this rank suggests that many other CPU/GPU combinations will deliver higher frame rates in Control, particularly those with more powerful GPUs.

The Verdict

The data provides a definitive answer: yes, this PC can run Control, but with caveats at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable. All presets, including Ultra at 89.1 FPS, exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the resolution where the combo shines, offering maximum visual quality with a comfortable frame rate margin.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable at all settings. Ultra averages 67.1 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold, though with less headroom than at 1080p. Players who prefer the highest settings can still enjoy a smooth experience here.

At 3840x2160, the system is only playable on Low settings, with an average of 79.7 FPS. High, Medium, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS (48.4, 55.6, and 42.5 FPS respectively). For 4K gaming, this combo requires significant compromises, making it a less ideal choice for users with 4K displays who prioritize visual fidelity.

In summary, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is a solid 1080p and 1440p gaming machine for Control. It handles the highest settings at those resolutions with ease. At 4K, it is functional only on the lowest preset, which may not meet the expectations of players seeking a high-fidelity experience. The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, while the CPU provides ample performance to avoid becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions.