Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a clear performance profile for Control: it is a solid 1080p and 1440p machine, but it cannot maintain a playable 60 FPS at 4K on any preset. At 1920x1080, the system provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold at High settings, and at 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the highest playable option. The data indicates that 4K should be avoided entirely if a smooth experience is required, as even the Low preset at that resolution falls just short of the 60 FPS target.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data places the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D at the 80th percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 27,896. Its closest rivals in terms of overall processor performance are a tight cluster of four chips. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U scores 27,887, showing a delta of 0 percent, making it a statistically identical performer. The Intel Core i9-10900K is also nearly identical, scoring 27,872, a 0.1 percent difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is the only one of the group that scores slightly higher, at 27,932, a -0.1 percent delta from the 5800X3D. Finally, the Intel Core i5-12600KF scores 27,799, trailing by 0.3 percent. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame pacing and physics performance in Control.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B580 sits at the 68th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23,021. Its nearest rivals show how it compares to both older and newer cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23,061, which is 0.2 percent higher than the B580, making them virtually tied. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22,895, 0.6 percent lower than the B580. Conversely, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23,172, representing a -0.7 percent delta, meaning the B580 is just slightly behind that card. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23,249, a -1 percent delta from the B580, indicating the B580 trails it by the largest margin of this group. For Control, the Arc B580 should produce frame rates that are very close to what these cards would achieve, with the RTX 3080 being the most likely to show a modest lead.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B580 combination show clear winners for the most demanding playable preset at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, there is no playable setting. The playable settings list is empty, and the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is null. The High preset at this resolution produces an average of 36.9 FPS, while the Low preset averages 59.3 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold. Even the lowest graphical quality is not enough to achieve a playable frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the system can handle the Medium preset, which delivers an average of 63.2 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that clears the 60 FPS barrier, as the High preset drops to an average of 53.5 FPS. The Low preset is also playable, with an average of 86.4 FPS, but Medium is the highest quality option that meets the playable standard.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is High, which produces an average of 73.9 FPS. This allows for a significantly improved visual experience over the Medium preset (81.1 FPS) while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target. The Low preset averages 112.3 FPS, and even the Ultra preset averages 59.4 FPS, which is just shy of the 60 FPS threshold.

FAQ

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

A: No. The data shows that no preset at 3840x2160 reaches an average of 60 FPS. The highest average frame rate at this resolution is 59.3 FPS on the Low preset, which is just under the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best quality setting for a smooth experience at 2560x1440?

A: The Medium preset is the best choice for 1440p. It delivers an average of 63.2 FPS, which is the only preset at this resolution that exceeds the 60 FPS threshold while also offering higher quality than the Low preset, which averages 86.4 FPS.

Q: What is the maximum quality setting for 1080p that maintains 60 FPS?

A: The High preset is the most demanding setting that stays playable, with an average of 73.9 FPS. The Ultra preset also averages 59.4 FPS, but this is just below the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the RTX 3080 in this test?

A: The GPU benchmark data indicates the Arc B580 has a score of 23,021, which is 0.7 percent lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, which scores 23,172. This suggests the B580 will perform very similarly to the RTX 3080, with only a small deficit.

Q: What is the average frame rate for the 1080p Ultra setting?

A: The 1920x1080 Ultra preset produces an average of 59.4 FPS. While this is close to the playable threshold, it does not meet the 60 FPS requirement.

Q: Which CPU is a direct competitor to the Ryzen 7 5800X3D based on benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U is the closest rival, with a benchmark score of 27,887 compared to the 5800X3D's 27,896, showing a 0 percent difference. Other close competitors include the Intel Core i9-10900K and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B580 can run Control, but the playable experience is limited to lower resolutions. The verdict is clear: at 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold on High, Low, and Medium presets, with High offering the best quality at 73.9 FPS. For 2560x1440, the system can run the game on Low and Medium, with the Medium preset being the best option at 63.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system cannot run the game at a playable frame rate, as no settings reach the 60 FPS target. The data confirms that this combo is not a 4K solution for Control, but it is a capable performer for 1080p and a solid choice for 1440p gaming at medium settings. The Ultra preset at 1080p falls just short of the target at 59.4 FPS, so players should stick to High for a stable experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section presents the exact measured average frame rates for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B580 across all tested settings.

At 1920x1080, the system's performance is strong across the board. The Low preset achieves an average of 112.3 FPS. The Medium preset produces an average of 81.1 FPS. The High preset is next, with a 73.9 average. Finally, the Ultra preset reaches an average of 59.4 FPS, the only setting at this resolution to fall below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain playable at lower settings. The Low preset averages 86.4 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 63.2 FPS. The High preset drops to 53.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS mark. The Ultra preset is the least playable, with an average of 44.5 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles across all presets. The Low preset averages 59.3 FPS, which is just under the threshold. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS. The High preset averages 36.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is the worst at 32 FPS. None of these settings are listed as playable.

How This Combo Ranks

For Control, the specific combo of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and the Intel Arc B580 is ranked at position 2,842 out of 3,720 total tested combinations. This puts it in the lower portion of the performance distribution among all tested PC configs, at roughly the 76th percentile. While the individual components are mid-to-high tier in their respective categories, the data suggests that many other combinations of CPUs and GPUs in the database are capable of delivering higher frame rates for this particular game. The ranking indicates that this system is a capable mid-range option, but it is not a top-tier performer in the context of the entire benchmark database. The system's performance is directly tied to the combination's inability to maintain 60 FPS at 4K, which likely places it below many higher-end configurations that can handle Control at higher resolutions and settings. This rank confirms that the system is more suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than being a high-end 4K contender.