Control

AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is a high-end pairing that delivers overwhelming performance in Control, a 2019 Action Adventure title. The data shows that this combination not only clears the 60 FPS threshold at every resolution and preset tested, but does so with significant headroom, making it a top-tier choice for maxing out this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset I can use at 4K while staying above 60 FPS?

A: The data shows you can use the Ultra preset at 3840x2160, which runs at an average of 76 FPS. This is the most demanding preset and still clears the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The average frame rate drops from 149 FPS at 1920x1080 to 76 FPS at 3840x2160, representing a 49% reduction in performance. This indicates the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5800XT a bottleneck for the RTX 4090 in this game?

A: No. The CPU scores in the 81st percentile among all CPUs, and the frame rates scale consistently with resolution. At 1080p Low, the combination hits 236 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS target, showing the CPU feeds the GPU adequately.

Q: How does the RTX 4090 compare to its nearest rivals in raw benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4090 has an average benchmark score of 60347, which is essentially identical to the Intel Arc Pro A60 (60326, 0% delta). It is 2.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon PRO V710 and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for this combo at 1440p Medium?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS recorded is 124, with an average of 146 FPS and a maximum of 168 FPS. This shows consistent performance above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Where does this specific CPU+GPU combo rank among all tested configurations for Control?

A: The combo ranks 153rd out of 3720 tested combinations, placing it in the top 4.1% of all systems tested for this game.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the system produces 236 FPS on Low settings and 149 FPS on Ultra. This 87 FPS gap between presets is substantial, but the absolute numbers suggest the CPU is doing heavy lifting to keep the RTX 4090 fed at lower resolutions. The Ryzen 7 5800XT, with its 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 3 architecture, provides enough throughput to push frame rates well beyond what a typical 60 Hz display can show.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain exceptionally high. Low settings yield 206 FPS while Ultra drops to 113 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at this resolution shows a 45% performance reduction, which is a slightly smaller penalty than at 1080p. This indicates the GPU is beginning to take on more responsibility, as the rendering load increases with pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes dominant. Low settings produce 139 FPS, while Ultra drops to 76 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 63 FPS, a 45% reduction in performance. More telling is the comparison across resolutions: at Ultra settings, performance drops from 149 FPS at 1080p to 76 FPS at 4K. This halving of frame rates shows that the RTX 4090's 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 82.58 TFLOPS of FP32 compute are being fully utilized at 4K, while the CPU's role diminishes.

The medium preset data provides the most complete picture, as it includes minimum and maximum frame times. At 1080p, Medium runs at 194 average FPS with a minimum of 165 FPS. At 1440p, Medium averages 146 FPS with a minimum of 124 FPS. At 4K, Medium averages 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 FPS. The minimum frame rates never approach the 60 FPS threshold, indicating no stuttering or bottleneck issues at any resolution. This smooth scaling pattern confirms that the Ryzen 7 5800XT is more than sufficient for this game, and the RTX 4090 is the component that determines overall performance as resolution increases.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT show that this CPU sits in a narrow performance band with several other processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H has an average score of 29868, which is a 0% delta from the 5800XT's 29879 average. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS both score 29955, putting them 0.3% ahead. The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X scores 29713, which is 0.6% behind. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Control, as the game's frame rates are primarily GPU-limited at higher resolutions.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090's nearest rivals are interesting because they are all professional or workstation-oriented cards. The Intel Arc Pro A60 matches the RTX 4090's average score of 60347 with a 60326 score (0% delta). The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60140, which is 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% ahead with a score of 61896. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58657, placing it 2.9% behind. While these cards may have similar aggregate benchmark scores, the RTX 4090's gaming-specific features and drivers make it the superior choice for Control, as evidenced by the measured frame rates.

For builders considering alternatives, a system with any of the listed rival CPUs paired with the RTX 4090 would produce nearly identical results in this game. The performance differences of less than 1% between CPUs are negligible. Similarly, swapping the RTX 4090 for one of its nearest rivals would likely yield similar frame rates in theory, but the professional focus of those cards means gaming performance could differ in practice. The data shows the RTX 4090 is an end-of-life product, but its performance remains exceptional for this title.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Control, and it does so with exceptional headroom. The verdict data confirms that every resolution and preset combination tested is playable, meaning all 12 data points stay at or above 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 149 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 113 FPS on average. At 3840x2160, Ultra settings still maintain 76 FPS.

The weakest performance point is 4K Ultra at 76 FPS, which is still 16 FPS above the playable threshold. This means users with 4K displays can enable maximum settings without worrying about dropping below 60 FPS. The minimum frame rate recorded across all tests is 84 FPS at 4K Medium, which is well above the threshold. There are no settings at any resolution that fail to meet the 60 FPS playable standard.

For high-refresh-rate gaming, the 1080p Low preset hits 236 FPS, which would satisfy even the most demanding 240 Hz displays. At 1440p, Low settings produce 206 FPS, which is suitable for 200 Hz monitors. The Ultra presets at 1440p (113 FPS) and 1080p (149 FPS) are also excellent for high-refresh-rate gaming. The only scenario where this combo would not fully utilize a very high refresh display is at 4K, where the maximum is 139 FPS on Low settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination ranks 153rd out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places the system in the top 4.1% of all configurations tested. Given that the database includes a wide range of hardware from entry-level to enthusiast, this ranking reflects the high-end nature of both components.

The rank is influenced by both the CPU and GPU performance. The Ryzen 7 5800XT sits in the 81st percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 4090 is in the 88th percentile among all GPUs. The combination of a top-tier GPU with a strong upper-midrange CPU proves to be highly effective for this game. The 153rd position out of 3720 means there are 152 configurations that perform better, likely featuring even newer or more expensive CPUs paired with the same or comparable GPUs.

For perspective, this combo outperforms the vast majority of systems in the database. The 3720 tested combos include many budget and mid-range options, so ranking in the top 4.1% shows that this system is well above average. The frame rate data supports this ranking, as the combo delivers 76 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is a demanding scenario that many systems cannot handle.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which runs at an average of 149 FPS. This provides a massive performance buffer, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. For users with 240 Hz displays, the Low preset at 236 FPS is the only option that fully saturates such a screen, but Ultra at 149 FPS is still excellent for 144 Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 113 FPS on average. This is the best visual quality available while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The 113 FPS average is also sufficient for 100 Hz or 120 Hz displays. For those seeking maximum frame rates, Low settings produce 206 FPS, which supports 200 Hz monitors.

At 3840x2160, Ultra settings average 76 FPS, which is the best preset that stays above the 60 FPS threshold. This is a playable and visually rich experience on 4K displays. The Medium preset runs at 99 FPS for users who prefer a higher frame rate, while Low hits 139 FPS. All presets at 4K are playable, but Ultra provides the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, with 76 FPS leaving a 16 FPS margin above the playable threshold.