Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a strong, but resolution-dependent, experience in Control. The data shows this pairing is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but 4K requires careful settings adjustments to maintain smooth gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for this configuration shows a clear pattern of scaling across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the system is overwhelmingly capable. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 158.4 FPS, which is exceptionally high and indicates significant headroom. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 114.5 FPS, and at High it reaches 98.4 FPS. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, the average remains strong at 85.1 FPS. These numbers suggest the CPU and GPU combination is not stressed at this resolution, with even the heaviest preset leaving ample performance on the table.

At 2560x1440, performance remains excellent, though the gap between presets widens. The Low preset averages 117.7 FPS, which is still very high. Medium settings produce 87.8 FPS, while High yields 74.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, the most demanding, still manages an average of 65.8 FPS. The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot for this hardware, balancing visual fidelity with high frame rates.

The 3840x2160 resolution presents a more significant challenge. At Low settings, the average frame rate is 79.1 FPS, which is playable. However, performance degrades quickly as settings increase. Medium settings average 56.4 FPS, and High drops to 53.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of only 46 FPS. This data clearly shows that 4K gaming requires significant compromises in visual quality to maintain a consistent 60 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold is as follows.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it maintains an average of 85.1 FPS. This allows for the highest possible visual quality without any concern for frame rate dips below the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also qualifies, with an average of 65.8 FPS. This is the optimal configuration for this resolution, providing the full visual experience while still clearing the 60 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the situation is different. Only the Low preset stays above the 60 FPS threshold, with an average of 79.1 FPS. This is the best setting for 4K, as all other presets fall below the playable threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly in this game. The CPU benchmarks show the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is closely matched with several other processors. The Intel Core i5-12600K has an identical average benchmark score, with a delta of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is also a near-perfect match, with a delta of -0.2%. Other close alternatives include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 with a 0.2% delta and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H with a 0.3% delta. These processors would deliver virtually identical CPU-bound performance in Control.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is closely matched with a few other cards. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the closest rival, with a delta of 0.7%. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 shows a 1% delta, and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M is at 1.1%. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c is slightly ahead, with a delta of -1.5%. These GPUs would produce very similar frame rates in this game, making them reasonable alternatives for a builder looking for comparable performance.

The Verdict

This PC can run Control effectively, but the experience depends heavily on the target resolution. The verdict data shows clear playability at 1080p and 1440p. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 85.1 FPS. Similarly, at 2560x1440, all presets are playable, with Ultra being the best at 65.8 FPS.

The situation at 3840x2160 is more constrained. The data indicates that only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 79.1 FPS. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 56.4 FPS, 53.9 FPS, and 46 FPS, respectively. For a 4K display, users would need to accept lower visual settings to maintain smooth gameplay. In summary, this system is a strong performer for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but 4K requires significant compromises.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals the relative importance of the CPU and GPU in Control. The frame rate data shows a significant drop in performance when moving from 1440p to 4K. For instance, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 74.2 at 2560x1440 to 53.9 at 3840x2160, a reduction of roughly 27%. This indicates that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the increased pixel count demands more from the graphics card.

The impact of preset changes is also telling. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is substantial, with averages of 158.4 FPS and 85.1 FPS respectively. This shows that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at this resolution, and the frame rate is largely determined by the GPU's workload. At 4K, the gap between Low and Ultra is also large, but the absolute numbers are much lower, reinforcing the GPU's dominant role.

The CPU's role is more apparent at lower resolutions. The high frame rates at 1080p, particularly at Low settings, suggest that the Ryzen 7 5700X has ample headroom to keep up with the RTX 3070. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, as indicated by its benchmark scores, ensures that it does not become a limiting factor in this title. The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is well-balanced, but at 4K, the GPU is the clear limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset I can use at 1920x1080 to stay above 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset is the best option, with an average frame rate of 85.1 FPS.

*Q: Is this system capable of running Control at 4K with high settings?*

A: No. At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 53.9 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Only the Low preset stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 79.1 FPS.

Q: How does the performance at 2560x1440 compare to 1920x1080?

A: Performance is lower at 1440p but remains excellent. For example, at Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 85.1 at 1080p to 65.8 at 1440p.

Q: Which component is more important for 4K performance in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K. The significant frame rate drop from 1440p to 4K, such as from 74.2 FPS to 53.9 FPS at High settings, points to the graphics card being the limiting factor.

Q: Are there other CPUs that would perform similarly to the Ryzen 7 5700X in this game?

A: Yes. The Intel Core i5-12600K has an identical average benchmark score, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is within -0.2% of its performance.

Q: What is the best playable setting for 2560x1440?

A: The Ultra preset is the best, as it maintains an average of 65.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.