Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination delivers a strong performance profile in Control, with the data showing that the game is highly playable across most resolutions and presets. The measured FPS figures indicate that this pairing handles the game’s demands with considerable headroom, though the most demanding settings at 4K push the system to its limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system exhibits exceptional performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 206.8 FPS, which is more than triple the playable threshold of 60 FPS. Moving to Medium yields 149.3 FPS, while High produces 130.6 FPS. Even the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding configuration, maintains a robust 116 FPS average. These numbers suggest that at 1080p, the RTX 5070 is rarely the limiting factor, and the Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s strong single-thread performance keeps frame rates consistently high.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but shows the expected scaling impact of increased pixel count. The Low preset delivers 154.3 FPS, a drop of approximately 25% compared to 1080p. Medium follows at 112.4 FPS, while High reaches 99.1 FPS. The Ultra preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably with an average of 89 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p indicates that the GPU is becoming more engaged, but the system retains substantial headroom even at Ultra settings.

The 3840x2160 resolution reveals the most significant performance shift. Low settings produce 104.3 FPS, which is still far above playable. Medium drops to 74.2 FPS, and High settles at 68.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls below the playable threshold with an average of 57.5 FPS. This represents a 35% reduction from the 1440p Ultra result, highlighting that 4K Ultra is the first configuration where the RTX 5070’s 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth become limiting factors. The data shows a clear pattern: while the system can handle 4K at lower presets, Ultra settings require a reduction in resolution or graphical fidelity to maintain consistent playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database places this CPU-GPU combination at rank 734 out of 3720 tested configurations for Control, putting it in the top 20% of all systems. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 33079. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Intel Core i7-13650HX, both matching the 7800X3D’s average score with a 0% deltaPct. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX also ties at 33089, while the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H comes in at 33201, which is 0.4% higher. These rival CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Control, as the game’s performance at higher resolutions is primarily dictated by the GPU.

For the GPU side, the RTX 5070 achieves the 82nd percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 40377. Its nearest rivals are somewhat unexpected: the AMD Radeon Pro 580 scores 40318 (0.1% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40063 (0.8% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 scores 40870 (1.2% higher). The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile scores 39568, which is 2% lower. These workstation-oriented cards would deliver comparable frame rates in Control, though their driver optimizations for gaming may differ from the RTX 5070’s GeForce-focused feature set.

The deltaPct values indicate that the 7800X3D and RTX 5070 are precisely matched in their respective performance tiers. A system with the Ryzen 7 8700G or Core i7-13650HX paired with any of the listed rival GPUs would exhibit virtually identical behavior in Control, meaning users could expect the same 116 FPS Ultra result at 1080p and the same 57.5 FPS Ultra result at 4K.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling data across resolutions reveals which component dominates Control’s performance at each setting tier. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low (206.8 FPS) and Ultra (116 FPS) is 90.8 FPS, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck as settings increase. However, the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads with 96 MB of shared L3 cache ensure that even at Low settings, frame rates remain high enough to avoid CPU-induced stutters.

At 2560x1440, the performance scaling from Low (154.3 FPS) to Ultra (89 FPS) shows a 65.3 FPS spread, which is proportionally similar to 1080p. This suggests that the GPU workload is scaling predictably with resolution, while the CPU continues to provide adequate headroom. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s 3D V-Cache, which gives it a 96 MB shared L3 cache, is particularly beneficial for Control’s physics-heavy combat scenarios, as the data shows that the CPU maintains its performance envelope even when frame rates exceed 150 FPS.

The 3840x2160 results tell a different story. The spread from Low (104.3 FPS) to Ultra (57.5 FPS) is 46.8 FPS, which is narrower than at lower resolutions. This compression indicates that the GPU is now the dominant constraint across all settings, as the RTX 5070’s rendering workload at 4K overwhelms the differences between presets. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, as evidenced by the fact that even Low settings cannot reach the frame rates seen at 1440p Medium. The data shows that at 4K, the RTX 5070’s FP32 throughput of 30.87 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s are the limiting factors, not the CPU’s processing capabilities.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Control at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 116, which is nearly double the playable threshold of 60 FPS. This is the most demanding preset at this resolution, and the system clears it with substantial margin.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 2560x1440?

A: The data shows that Ultra settings at 1440p produce an average of 89 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the best playable preset at this resolution, as it delivers the highest graphical fidelity while maintaining smooth performance.

Q: Does the system meet the 60 FPS requirement at 4K with High settings?

A: Yes, but narrowly. The measured average FPS at 4K High is 68.5, which clears the threshold by 8.5 FPS. However, the Ultra preset at 4K falls short at 57.5 FPS, so users seeking Ultra fidelity should consider reducing to 1440p.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 33079 on average, which is exactly matched by the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Intel Core i7-13650HX at 33089 (0% deltaPct). The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is 0.4% higher at 33201, indicating that all four CPUs would perform nearly identically in Control.

Q: Is the RTX 5070’s performance comparable to any workstation GPUs?

A: Yes. The RTX 5070’s average benchmark score of 40377 is closely matched by the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318, 0.1% lower) and AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063, 0.8% lower). These cards would produce similar frame rates in Control, though gaming-specific driver optimizations may vary.

Q: What is the lowest playable setting at 4K?

A: The Low preset at 3840x2160 produces 104.3 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS threshold. Even Medium at 74.2 FPS and High at 68.5 FPS are playable, but Ultra at 57.5 FPS is not.

The Verdict

The verdict data indicates that this system can run Control successfully at all tested resolutions, but with important caveats at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest result being Ultra at 116 FPS. This makes 1080p a fully playable experience at any graphical configuration. At 2560x1440, the same applies: all presets, including Ultra at 89 FPS, exceed the playable threshold. The system is therefore fully capable at both 1080p and 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more nuanced. The playable settings list includes High (68.5 FPS), Low (104.3 FPS), and Medium (74.2 FPS), all of which meet the 60 FPS requirement. However, the Ultra preset at 57.5 FPS falls below the threshold, meaning it is not playable by the benchmark’s definition. Users who wish to play at 4K must choose between High, Medium, or Low settings, with High offering the best balance of visual quality and performance. The system is not capable of running Control at 4K Ultra while maintaining 60 FPS, but it comes close—the 57.5 FPS average is only 2.5 FPS short.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 116 FPS. This is the clear choice for users with 1080p displays, as it provides the highest graphical fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. The margin of 56 FPS above the threshold ensures that even demanding scenes with multiple enemies and particle effects will not cause noticeable drops.

At 2560x1440, the optimal choice is also Ultra, delivering an average of 89 FPS. This provides a 29 FPS margin over the 60 FPS playable threshold, which is sufficient for consistent performance. The step down to High at 99.1 FPS offers additional headroom, but Ultra’s visual improvements make it the recommended setting for this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best settings preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 68.5 FPS. This provides only an 8.5 FPS margin, which means some scenes may approach the threshold during intense combat. Users who prioritize frame rate stability over visual fidelity can opt for Medium at 74.2 FPS, which offers a safer 14.2 FPS buffer. Low at 104.3 FPS is the most performance-focused option, but it sacrifices significant visual quality. The data clearly indicates that High is the recommended setting for 4K play, with Medium as a viable alternative for users who want more performance headroom.