Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a robust experience in Control, with benchmark data showing that the pairing can handle the game at high settings across all tested resolutions. The data indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom to avoid bottlenecks. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, compares it to similar hardware, and provides clear guidance on the best settings for a smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database places the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29123. Its closest rivals, based on average score, are the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H (score 29093, a 0.1% difference), the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 (score 29245, -0.4% difference), and the Intel Core i5-13500HX (score 29270, -0.5% difference). The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is also nearby with a score of 28940, representing a 0.6% difference. In practical terms, a system built with any of these processors would likely deliver very similar frame rates in Control, assuming the same GPU is used.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 also sits in the 81st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (score 37628, 0.1% difference) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (score 37507, 0.4% difference). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is slightly faster (score 38135, -1.3% difference), while the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 is slightly slower (score 37157, 1.3% difference). For a gamer, this means that swapping the RTX 4070 for an RTX 4080 Mobile or a RX Vega 56 would yield performance within a very narrow margin, making them viable alternatives for achieving similar frame rates in this title. The data shows that the RTX 4070 is positioned in a sweet spot, offering performance that is closely matched by a handful of other options.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data for this combination clearly shows that the GPU is the dominant factor in Control's performance. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 195.7 FPS. This high frame rate indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU more than enough data. As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the average FPS at Low settings drops to 147.7, and at 3840x2160, it falls to 98.2. This scaling pattern—where performance decreases as resolution increases—is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The render load is increasing, and the GPU is the component that has to work harder to produce each frame.

The same trend is visible when looking at the more demanding presets. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 108.9. At 2560x1440 with Ultra, it drops to 77.7, and at 3840x2160 with Ultra, it is 53. The consistent drop in performance across all settings as resolution climbs points to the RTX 4070 being the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 5800X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, has the processing power to keep up with the GPU's demands, even at lower resolutions where the CPU workload is proportionally higher. The data suggests that a user with a slower CPU might see a more significant performance hit at 1080p, but for this pairing, the GPU is the component to watch when adjusting settings and resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Control, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 achieves a combo rank of 848 out of 3720 tested combinations. This places the system in the top 23% of all tested hardware configurations for this game. The rank is a holistic measure that takes into account the combined performance of the CPU and GPU across all tested resolutions and settings. A rank of 848 out of 3720 indicates that this is a very capable system for Control, outperforming the vast majority of other tested combos. It is not the absolute top-tier setup, but it is firmly in the upper echelon, providing a high level of performance that will satisfy most gamers.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear: this PC can run Control at a playable frame rate at all tested resolutions, with the caveat that the highest settings at 4K will fall short of the 60 FPS target. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with ease, and even the most demanding Ultra preset achieves an average of 108.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also stays above the 60 FPS line, with an average of 77.7 FPS. The situation at 3840x2160 is more nuanced. The High, Medium, and Low presets all achieve average frame rates above 60 FPS, with High being the best playable setting at 61.5 FPS. However, the Ultra preset at 4K drops to an average of 53 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Therefore, the system can run the game at 4K, but users will need to dial back the settings from Ultra to High to maintain a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how the system performs across different settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high. With Low settings, the average FPS is 195.7. This drops to 136.6 FPS at Medium, 125.2 FPS at High, and 108.9 FPS at Ultra. This shows a steady decline in performance as visual fidelity increases, but even the lowest number is well above the 60 FPS target. Moving up to 2560x1440, the average frame rates are still very strong. Low settings yield 147.7 FPS, Medium settings yield 105.6 FPS, High settings yield 90 FPS, and Ultra settings yield 77.7 FPS. The performance scaling is consistent, with each step up in settings costing a measurable amount of frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the performance begins to show the strain of the higher resolution. Low settings produce an average of 98.2 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium settings drop to 72.5 FPS, and High settings fall to 61.5 FPS, just barely clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that fails to reach the playable target, with an average of 53 FPS. The data shows a clear and predictable performance curve, with the system offering the best experience at 1080p and becoming more constrained as the resolution increases.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data, the best settings for each resolution are those that maximize visual quality while maintaining an average FPS of at least 60. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear choice, as it delivers an average of 108.9 FPS. This is the most demanding preset, and it still provides a significant frame rate buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best option, achieving an average of 77.7 FPS. While this is lower than the 1080p result, it remains comfortably above the 60 FPS target, allowing for the highest level of graphical detail without sacrificing playability.

The situation at 3840x2160 requires a compromise. The Ultra preset at this resolution only manages an average of 53 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Therefore, the best playable setting at 4K is High, which achieves an average of 61.5 FPS. This setting provides a good balance between visual quality and performance, allowing the game to run smoothly at 4K. The data suggests that users with a 4K display should select the High preset to get the best experience, as it is the most demanding setting that still clears the 60 FPS line.