Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a formidable combination for playing Control, a 2019 Action Adventure title. Benchmark results show this system delivers remarkably high frame rates across the board, comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at all tested resolutions with the right settings. The data indicates that the RTX 3080 is the dominant factor in performance scaling, while the 5700X3D provides ample headroom to avoid bottlenecking. This analysis breaks down the measured performance data, offering clear guidance on what settings to use at each resolution.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but not at every preset. At 3840x2160, the system achieves an average of 91.4 FPS on Low settings and 66.3 FPS on Medium settings, both of which clear the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra presets fall short, with averages of 59.2 FPS and 55 FPS, respectively.

Q: What is the highest quality setting that maintains 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the system can run the game at the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding setting. The measured average FPS at Ultra is 78.3, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700X3D has an average benchmark score of 24709. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, scores 24728, which is a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i5-11600 scores 24563, putting it 0.6% behind the 5700X3D.

Q: Is the RTX 3080 significantly faster than its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 3080's average benchmark score is 23172. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA P106-100, scores 23249, which is 0.3% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23273, also 0.4% higher. These differences are minimal, indicating very similar raw performance.

Q: What is the best preset for 1080p gaming with this hardware?

A: At 1920x1080, the system can run the game at the Ultra preset. The measured average FPS at Ultra is 103.6, providing a very smooth experience. Even at this highest setting, there is significant performance headroom above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does this combo rank among other tested combinations?

A: The data ranks this specific combo at 1099 out of 3720 tested combinations for Control. This places the system in the top 30% of tested hardware configurations for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of 3720 tested hardware combinations for Control, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 achieves a rank of 1099. This position indicates that while this system is not at the very top of the performance charts, it is firmly in the upper echelon of tested configurations. The combo outperforms the majority of systems tested, placing it in the 70th percentile of all combos. This rank reflects the balanced nature of the pairing, as neither component appears to be a significant bottleneck for the other in this title. The high frame rates observed at all resolutions are consistent with a system that ranks in the top third, offering a level of performance that will satisfy most gamers looking for a high-refresh-rate experience. The data shows that this combination is a strong contender for playing Control, delivering performance that is well above the median tested system.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data for Control reveals a clear shift in system dynamics depending on the resolution. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role in maximizing frame rates. The difference between Low (183.7 FPS) and Ultra (103.6 FPS) settings is substantial, showing a 80 FPS swing that is influenced by both CPU and GPU load. However, the GPU still manages to push frame rates well beyond the 60 FPS threshold at all presets, indicating that the CPU is providing enough headroom to keep the graphics card fed.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload becomes more demanding. The frame rates scale down across all presets, with Low at 137.5 FPS and Ultra at 78.3 FPS. This trend continues at 3840x2160, where the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. At this resolution, the performance gap between presets narrows in relative terms, but the absolute frame rates drop significantly. The Low preset yields 91.4 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 55 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This scaling pattern demonstrates that the RTX 3080 is the primary driver of performance at 4K, while the Ryzen 7 5700X3D's capabilities are sufficient to prevent it from becoming a bottleneck at any resolution. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22366, ensures that it is not the weak link in this system for this game.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Control exceptionally well, with playable frame rates at all tested resolutions, provided the correct settings are selected. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1920x1080, the system achieves playable performance on all presets, with the Ultra preset delivering a strong 103.6 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the system also runs all presets above the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset still hitting a comfortable 78.3 FPS. The situation is more nuanced at 3840x2160, where the system can only manage playable frame rates on the Low (91.4 FPS) and Medium (66.3 FPS) presets. The High preset just misses the mark at 59.2 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls short at 55 FPS.

Therefore, for 4K gaming, users should opt for the Medium preset to maintain a smooth experience. For 1440p and 1080p, the Ultra preset is fully playable and recommended for the best visual fidelity. This hardware configuration is more than capable of delivering a high-quality Control experience, with the only compromise being the need to lower settings for 4K Ultra. The system's strong performance at lower resolutions makes it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data for the CPU and GPU provides a list of hardware that behaves similarly, making them viable alternatives. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D (avg score 24709) is closely matched with the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D (avg score 24728, delta -0.1%). The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX (avg score 24822, delta -0.5%) and Intel Core i5-12450HX (avg score 24576, delta +0.5%) also fall within a negligible performance range. A user could expect nearly identical performance from any of these processors in CPU-bound scenarios.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (avg score 23172) has nearest rivals that are very close in score. The NVIDIA P106-100 (avg score 23249, delta -0.3%), AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (avg score 23250, delta -0.3%), and AMD Radeon RX 6600M (avg score 23273, delta -0.4%) are all within a fraction of a percent in performance. This suggests that, while these GPUs may have different feature sets, their raw compute performance is nearly identical to the RTX 3080. For a user looking for similar frame rates in Control, swapping the CPU or GPU for one of these alternatives would result in a negligible change in performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

To achieve the best balance of visual quality and performance, the goal is to use the most demanding preset that maintains an average FPS at or above 60. The measured data provides a clear answer for each resolution.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the highest playable preset is Medium, which yields an average of 66.3 FPS. While the High preset is close at 59.2 FPS, it falls below the 60 FPS threshold. Therefore, Medium is the recommended setting for a consistent 4K experience.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the system has enough headroom to run the most demanding Ultra preset, achieving an average of 78.3 FPS. This is the recommended setting, as it provides the highest visual fidelity while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the Ultra preset is also the best choice, delivering a high average of 103.6 FPS. This frame rate is more than sufficient for a smooth experience and leaves room for future driver updates or more demanding scenes. The data shows that this system is best utilized at 1440p Ultra, where it delivers a premium experience, while also being fully capable of 1080p Ultra for high-refresh-rate displays.