Control

This analysis examines the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination for running Control, based on measured benchmark data. The results are clear: this is a high-end pairing that delivers exceptional performance across all tested resolutions and settings.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 72 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This makes Ultra settings fully viable at 4K, not just a theoretical option.

Q: How much performance headroom is there at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, even the most demanding preset (Ultra) delivers 140 FPS average. The Low preset reaches 198 FPS, meaning there is substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz or higher) at this resolution.

Q: What is the CPU's relative standing among all processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24,709. It performs nearly identically to the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D (0.1% slower) and is only 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5080 ranks in the 87th percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 56,083. It is 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, while trailing the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE by 2.2%.

Q: Does the game benefit more from the CPU or GPU at different resolutions?

A: The data shows GPU dominance intensifies at higher resolutions. From 1080p to 1440p, average FPS drops by roughly 24-25% across presets, and from 1440p to 4K, another 33-35% drop occurs. The CPU's 8-core/16-thread design with 96 MB of L3 cache is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking at all tested settings.

Q: What is the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS at each resolution?

A: Ultra settings maintain 60+ FPS at all three resolutions: 140 FPS at 1080p, 106 FPS at 1440p, and 72 FPS at 4K. The game is fully playable at maximum quality everywhere.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Ryzen 7 5700X3D and RTX 5080 shifts noticeably as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more prominent, evidenced by the relatively smaller FPS gap between Low (198 FPS) and Ultra (140 FPS) presets—a 29% reduction. This suggests the CPU is feeding frames fast enough to expose the GPU's workload scaling more directly.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to dominate. The Low preset drops to 181 FPS (an 8.6% reduction from 1080p), while Ultra drops to 106 FPS (a 24% reduction). The Medium preset shows 137 FPS average with a minimum of 117 FPS, indicating consistent frame delivery. The gap between Low and Ultra widens to 41%, showing the GPU is now the primary limiter.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes overwhelming. The Low preset delivers 130 FPS, but Ultra falls to 72 FPS—a 45% reduction from Low. The Medium preset averages 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling pattern confirms that the RTX 5080's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are crucial at 4K, while the CPU's 96 MB L3 cache keeps frame pacing stable.

The CPU's 16 threads and 3.00 GHz base clock (4.10 GHz boost) are adequate even for the 198 FPS peak at 1080p Low. Benchmark data shows the processor scores 22,366 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,157 in single-core, which are strong figures for a gaming-focused chip. The GPU's 10,752 shading units and 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 throughput handle the visual load, with the 84 RT cores available for ray tracing features if enabled.

How This Combo Ranks

Among 3,720 tested combinations for Control, this pairing ranks 316th overall. That places it in the top 8.5% of all tested combos, which is remarkable given the game's age and the wide range of hardware tested. The rank reflects the RTX 5080's 87th percentile GPU standing combined with the CPU's 77th percentile position.

The RTX 5080's average benchmark score of 56,083 is the primary driver of this high rank. Its nearest rivals—AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757) and RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698)—are within 0.7%, meaning small score differences translate to meaningful FPS variations in practice. The CPU's contribution is secondary but not negligible; its 24,709 average score is nearly identical to the Ryzen 5 7600X3D (24,728), showing the 5700X3D is well-matched for this GPU.

In practical terms, the 316th rank out of 3,720 means this combo outperforms roughly 91.5% of all tested configurations for Control. The only combos ranking higher would include faster CPUs or GPUs, but the measured FPS at 4K Ultra (72 FPS) suggests diminishing returns beyond this point for a 60 FPS target.

The Verdict

This PC runs Control exceptionally well at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdict by resolution is unambiguous: all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160, with no exceptions.

At 4K, the Ultra preset delivers 72 FPS average, providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset reaches 93 FPS with a 79 FPS minimum, making it the safer choice for those who prioritize frame consistency over absolute visual quality. High settings hit 82 FPS, and Low reaches 130 FPS—the latter being surprisingly fast for 4K.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset averages 106 FPS, which is suitable for high-refresh monitors. Medium shows 137 FPS with a 117 FPS minimum, and Low tops out at 181 FPS. The 1080p results are staggering: Ultra hits 140 FPS, Medium averages 175 FPS, and Low reaches 198 FPS, making this combo overkill for standard 60Hz displays but ideal for 144Hz or 165Hz panels.

The minimum FPS data available (Medium preset: 79 at 4K, 117 at 1440p, 148 at 1080p) indicates stable frame delivery without severe drops. This is a system that never struggles with Control, regardless of how demanding the settings are.

Similar Performance Alternatives

If the exact CPU-GPU pairing is unavailable, several nearby alternatives would produce nearly identical results. On the CPU side, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D scores 24,728 (0.1% faster than the 5700X3D), making it a direct substitute for gaming workloads. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX (24,822, 0.5% faster) and Intel Core i5-12450HX (24,576, 0.5% slower) are also within 1% performance, though the 5900HX is a mobile part that may require a different platform.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57,367 (2.2% faster than the RTX 5080), offering a slight performance uplift. The AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757, 0.6% slower) and AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698, 0.7% slower) are nearly identical in benchmark terms. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54,828, 2.3% slower) is a workstation card that would perform similarly but may lack gaming-specific optimizations.

These alternatives should produce FPS within 2-3% of the measured results, meaning 4K Ultra would still clear 60 FPS on all of them. For a 60 FPS target, even the slowest GPU rival (W5700X) would maintain playability, though the margin would shrink to roughly 70 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra with an average of 140 FPS. This provides both maximum visual quality and frame rates far above the 60 FPS threshold. For players with 144Hz monitors, this is the ideal choice—the 140 FPS average leaves minimal headroom for drops, but the Medium preset (175 FPS) is available if higher refresh rates are prioritized.

At 2560x1440, Ultra remains the best choice at 106 FPS average. This clears 60 FPS by a wide margin and supports 100Hz+ displays. Medium (137 FPS) offers additional headroom for competitive play, but Ultra's visual fidelity is worth the 31 FPS trade-off for most users.

At 3840x2160, Ultra delivers 72 FPS average, which is the best playable setting. The 12 FPS margin above 60 FPS is acceptable, but players who experience sensitivity to frame drops may prefer Medium (93 FPS average, 79 FPS minimum) for a more consistent experience. High (82 FPS) is a middle ground, while Low (130 FPS) is unnecessary unless targeting 120Hz+ 4K displays.

The recommended configuration is Ultra at all resolutions, since even the 4K result (72 FPS) exceeds the playable threshold. This combo offers no reason to compromise on quality—Control can be experienced at its absolute maximum settings with smooth performance throughout.