Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers a solid 1080p experience in Control, with the data showing that every preset at that resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold. At higher resolutions, the system requires a reduction in visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay, with 1440p capping out at Medium settings and 4K only playable on Low.

Best Settings per Resolution

The database identifies the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at each resolution. The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and the following settings represent the highest quality option that meets that mark.

At 1920x1080, the system can handle the Ultra preset with an average of 68 FPS. This is the full experience, with all visual features enabled, and it remains comfortably above the playable threshold. The recorded minimum for this setting is not listed, but the average provides a significant cushion.

Moving to 2560x1440, the demands increase, and the best playable option drops to Medium settings. The average FPS at this configuration is 67, which is still above the 60 FPS line, but the margin is smaller. The measured data for Medium at this resolution shows a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS, indicating some fluctuation below the average.

At 3840x2160, the system is pushed much harder. The only playable setting is Low, which yields an average of 63 FPS. This is the bare minimum for smooth gameplay, with no headroom to spare. The High, Medium, and Ultra presets at this resolution all fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 40, 45, and 35 FPS respectively.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 1080p with all settings maxed out?

A: Yes. The measured data shows that at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 68 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 1440p?

A: The best preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at 2560x1440 is Medium, with an average of 67 FPS. The High preset falls just short at 59 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: Yes, but only with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option, averaging 63 FPS. Higher settings drop below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest rivals in raw GPU score?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035. It is roughly 1.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (score 20713), and about 0.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (score 21153).

Q: What is the CPU performance percentile for the Ryzen 7 3700X?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X sits in the 84th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34260. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, scores 34222, a difference of only 0.1%.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS in the most demanding scenes?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum recorded FPS is 75, and at 1440p Medium it is 57. While the average at 1440p is above 60, the minimum dips below it, indicating potential stutter in heavy moments.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact frame rates recorded for this combination of AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 across all tested resolutions and settings.

1920x1080:

• Ultra: Average 68 FPS. This is the highest preset tested and it remains playable.
• High: Average 78 FPS. A comfortable margin above the threshold.
• Medium: Average 88 FPS, with a minimum of 75 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS. The lowest dip is still well above 60.
• Low: Average 124 FPS. The maximum performance setting for high refresh rate displays.

2560x1440:

• Ultra: Average 52 FPS. Not playable, falling 8 FPS short of the target.
• High: Average 59 FPS. Just below the 60 FPS line, technically not playable.
• Medium: Average 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. The average is playable, but the minimum shows occasional dips.
• Low: Average 94 FPS. Easily playable with substantial headroom.

3840x2160:

• Ultra: Average 35 FPS. Far below the playable threshold.
• High: Average 40 FPS. Still well under 60 FPS.
• Medium: Average 45 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS. Not playable.
• Low: Average 63 FPS. The only setting at this resolution that achieves playable performance.

The data shows a clear scaling pattern. The RTX 5050 provides roughly a 45% performance uplift from Ultra to Low at 1080p (68 to 124 FPS), and a similar relative gain at 1440p (52 to 94 FPS). At 4K, the jump from Ultra to Low is more dramatic in percentage terms, going from 35 to 63 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rival comparisons for both the CPU and GPU, indicating which other hardware would produce similar frame rates in this game.

For the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, the closest matches by average benchmark score are:

• AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 with a score of 34222, a 0.1% difference.
• AMD EPYC 4244P with a score of 34220, a 0.1% difference.
• Intel Core i5-13450HX with a score of 34333, a -0.2% difference.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 165H with a score of 34083, a 0.5% difference.

These CPUs are all within a fraction of a percent of the Ryzen 7 3700X in overall processing power. In a game like Control, which is not heavily CPU-bound at high resolutions, any of these processors would likely yield nearly identical performance when paired with the same GPU.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, the nearest rivals are:

• AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL with a score of 21153, a -0.6% difference.
• AMD Radeon HD 8970M with a score of 21237, a -1% difference.
• AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT with a score of 20713, a 1.6% difference.
• NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile with a score of 21379, a -1.6% difference.

The RTX 5050 ranks in the 66th percentile among all GPUs. The RX 5600 XT is the closest desktop competitor, being slightly slower, while the RX Vega M GL and HD 8970M are slightly faster. Any of these GPUs would produce near-identical frame rates in Control, meaning the playable settings at each resolution would remain the same.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Control successfully, but the experience varies significantly by resolution. The verdict by resolution is as follows:

• 1920x1080: All four presets are playable. The system can run the game at Ultra with an average of 68 FPS, and even the most demanding settings stay above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the optimal resolution for this hardware, offering the full visual experience without compromise.

• 2560x1440: Two presets are playable: Medium at 67 FPS and Low at 94 FPS. The High preset falls just short at 59 FPS, and Ultra is not viable at 52 FPS. Users with 1440p monitors should select Medium for the best balance of quality and performance.

• 3840x2160: Only Low settings are playable, averaging 63 FPS. All other presets fail to reach 60 FPS, with Medium at 45 FPS, High at 40 FPS, and Ultra at 35 FPS. 4K gaming is possible but requires significant visual compromises.

In short: this combination is a capable 1080p machine for Control, a solid 1440p performer with settings reduced to Medium, and a marginal 4K option only on the lowest preset.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3720 hardware combinations tested in the database, this specific pairing of AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks at 2296 for Control. This places it in the lower half of all tested systems, which is consistent with the GPU's mid-range position in the overall rankings.

The rank reflects the balance of the two components. The Ryzen 7 3700X is a strong CPU, sitting in the 84th percentile, but the RTX 5050 is more modest, ranking in the 66th percentile. The GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, which explains why the system struggles to maintain 60 FPS at 1440p and 4K with higher presets.

In practical terms, this rank means the system outperforms roughly 38% of all tested combinations in this specific game. It is not a top-tier setup, but it delivers a fully playable experience at 1080p with maximum settings, which is the most common gaming resolution. Users seeking higher performance at 1440p or 4K would need a more powerful GPU, while the CPU would not need to be upgraded for this title.