Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a clear performance profile in Control, with the data showing that 1080p and 1440p gaming are fully viable at maximum settings, while 4K requires a significant settings reduction to maintain smooth gameplay. The measured frame rates across the three resolutions and four quality presets provide a complete picture of what this mid-range pairing can achieve in this 2019 action-adventure title.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 1920x1080?

A: The Ultra preset averages 82 FPS at 1080p, which is the most demanding setting tested. Low averages 149 FPS, Medium 106 FPS, and High 94 FPS, so every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this combo handle 2560x1440 with maximum quality?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 1440p averages 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset averages 71 FPS, Medium 80 FPS, and Low 113 FPS, giving ample headroom for most quality levels.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: Only at Low settings, which averages 76 FPS at 3840x2160. Medium drops to 54 FPS, High to 48 FPS, and Ultra to 42 FPS, so only the lowest preset stays above the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (24964) and 0.3% higher than the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935). It trails the AMD EPYC 9474F by 0.4%.

Q: What is the GPU's performance ranking relative to other graphics cards?

A: The RTX 5060 sits in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon 860M, scores 26401, which is 0.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, putting it 1.2% lower.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 1440p provide a comfortable frame rate buffer?

A: Yes, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 averages 80 FPS with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS, meaning even the worst-case frame time stays above the 60 FPS threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data from the measured frame rates shows that the RTX 5060 is the dominant factor in Control's performance, but the CPU still plays a measurable role at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is 67 FPS (149 versus 82), which indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder as quality increases. However, the 1080p Low result of 149 FPS suggests the CPU can feed frames well beyond what the GPU can render at higher presets, so the processor is not the limiting factor here.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling pattern shifts. The Low preset drops to 113 FPS, a 24% reduction from 1080p Low, while Ultra drops to 62 FPS, a 24% reduction from 1080p Ultra. This consistent scaling across presets points to the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at 1440p, with the CPU's role diminishing as pixel count increases. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a minimum of 68 FPS, which is still above the playable threshold, confirming that even frame dips are manageable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the sole constraint. The Low preset averages 76 FPS, but Medium falls to 54 FPS, High to 48 FPS, and Ultra to 42 FPS. The steep drop from Low to Medium (a 22 FPS loss) versus the more gradual decline from Medium to Ultra (a 12 FPS loss) indicates that the RTX 5060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus are likely contributing to the 4K struggle. The 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth appears insufficient for high-quality textures at this resolution, whereas the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads at up to 4.70 GHz boost provide ample headroom.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is the closest match with an average score of 24964, just 0.2% lower than the 8400F. This means users with the 7500F would see virtually identical frame rates in Control, assuming the same GPU. The Intel Core i7-11850H and Intel Core i7-13620H are also within 0.4% of the 8400F's score, so any of these processors would produce nearly indistinguishable results in this game. The AMD EPYC 9474F, despite being a server chip, scores only 0.4% higher, but its different feature set makes it an unlikely gaming alternative.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5060's nearest rivals are more varied. The AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 both score within 0.3% of the RTX 5060, though these are integrated or entry-level mobile parts that would not realistically be paired in a desktop system. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553, which is 0.8% higher, making it a slightly faster alternative for Control. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, which is 1.2% lower, so it would deliver marginally lower frame rates in this game. The deltaPct values suggest that any of these alternatives would produce frame rates within a few percent of what the RTX 5060 achieves, meaning the playable settings at each resolution would remain identical.

The Verdict

This PC can run Control effectively at 1080p and 1440p, with the data showing that all four presets at 1920x1080 clear the 60 FPS target. The Ultra preset averages 82 FPS, providing a comfortable margin for demanding scenes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 62 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS threshold, while High (71 FPS), Medium (80 FPS), and Low (113 FPS) all offer more headroom. The verdict data confirms that the best playable setting at 1440p is Ultra with an average of 62 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. Only the Low preset achieves playable performance, averaging 76 FPS. Medium drops to 54 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS target, and High (48 FPS) and Ultra (42 FPS) are not viable for smooth gameplay. The verdict by resolution lists Low as the only playable setting at 4K, with a best average of 76 FPS. For users prioritizing 4K, this combo requires significant quality compromises, but for 1080p or 1440p gaming, it delivers a fully playable experience at maximum settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank in Control places this pairing at 1665 out of 3720 tested combinations, which puts it in the 45th percentile of all systems tested for this game. This rank reflects the mid-range positioning of both components. The CPU sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, so the combined system performance is slightly lower than either component's individual percentile would suggest. This indicates that Control's engine is not fully utilizing the potential of this hardware, likely due to the game's 2019 release date and its reliance on older DirectX 11 rendering paths rather than the RTX 5060's newer features like DirectX 12 Ultimate.

The rank of 1665 out of 3720 means there are many faster combos, but also a substantial number of slower ones. The data shows that the RTX 5060's 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 30 RT cores are sufficient for this game's demands at mainstream resolutions, but the 8 GB memory capacity becomes a limiting factor at 4K. The rank suggests that while this combo is not a top-tier performer, it delivers solid results for its class, with the 1440p Ultra performance of 62 FPS being a notable achievement for a mid-range pairing.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which averages 82 FPS. This is the most demanding preset available, and it clears the 60 FPS threshold by 22 FPS, providing a smooth experience with maximum visual quality. The frame rate is high enough that even demanding scenes with particle effects or physics interactions should remain fluid.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 62 FPS. This just meets the playable threshold, so users who prefer a larger buffer might opt for High (71 FPS) or Medium (80 FPS), but Ultra remains technically playable. The 62 FPS average suggests occasional dips below 60 FPS may occur, but the overall experience is acceptable.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, averaging 76 FPS. This is the only preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. Medium (54 FPS), High (48 FPS), and Ultra (42 FPS) all fall short, so users must accept a significant visual downgrade to maintain playability at this resolution. The Low preset at 4K still provides a frame rate comparable to High at 1440p, but with reduced texture quality and effects.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the data shows a full range of performance across presets. Low averages 149 FPS with no minimum or maximum recorded. Medium averages 106 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS, giving a tight 32 FPS range that indicates consistent performance. High averages 94 FPS, and Ultra averages 82 FPS, with no min/max data for these presets. The 67 FPS gap between Low and Ultra demonstrates the GPU's capability to scale with quality settings.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates step down noticeably. Low averages 113 FPS, which is 36 FPS lower than 1080p Low. Medium averages 80 FPS with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS, showing a 24 FPS range that is slightly wider than at 1080p. High averages 71 FPS, and Ultra averages 62 FPS. The drop from Medium to Ultra is 18 FPS, while the drop from Low to Medium is 33 FPS, indicating that the most significant performance cost comes from moving beyond Low settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve steepens dramatically. Low averages 76 FPS, but Medium falls to 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS. The 16 FPS range at Medium shows that even this preset can dip below the playable threshold in demanding scenes. High averages 48 FPS, and Ultra averages 42 FPS. The transition from Low to Medium costs 22 FPS, while Medium to High costs only 6 FPS, suggesting that the 4K resolution pushes the GPU's memory bandwidth to its limits regardless of quality level.