Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is an exceptionally capable combination for Control, delivering playable frame rates at every preset and resolution tested. The data shows that this combo clears the 60 FPS threshold with significant headroom, allowing users to prioritize visual fidelity without compromising smoothness. Across all resolutions, the Ultra preset remains not only playable but comfortably above the target, making this system a top-tier choice for experiencing the game’s atmospheric environments and intense combat sequences at maximum settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 71.6 FPS. This is a strong result, indicating that the GPU has enough headroom to handle the game’s highest visual quality at 4K without dipping below the playable threshold. The High preset runs at 81.8 FPS, Medium at 90.1 FPS, and Low at 125.8 FPS, all of which are also viable, but Ultra provides the best visual experience while still maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the Ultra preset is again the best choice, with an average of 102.4 FPS. This resolution offers a sweet spot for high refresh rate monitors, as the frame rate is well above the 60 FPS target. The High preset delivers 118.2 FPS, Medium hits 129.6 FPS, and Low reaches 186.5 FPS. All settings are playable, but Ultra is recommended for the optimal balance of image quality and performance.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the Ultra preset leads to an average of 133.2 FPS. The system is clearly not bottlenecked at this resolution, with High at 157 FPS, Medium at 177 FPS, and Low at 244.4 FPS. This makes the combo ideal for high-refresh-rate 1080p displays, as even the most demanding preset provides a smooth and responsive experience.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 71.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All other tested presets at this resolution (High, Medium, Low) also stay above 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1440p for this system?

A: The Ultra preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, hitting an average of 102.4 FPS at 2560x1440. This provides the highest visual quality while still offering a significant performance buffer.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p for competitive play?

A: At 1920x1080, even the Ultra preset delivers 133.2 FPS, while the Low preset reaches 244.4 FPS. This makes the system highly capable for high-refresh-rate gameplay, with all settings well above the 60 FPS target.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER a bottleneck for the Ryzen 7 9700X in this game?

A: The benchmark results do not indicate a bottleneck. The frame rates scale consistently across resolutions, with the 1080p Low preset reaching 244.4 FPS, suggesting the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s output at lower resolutions.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo in Control?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded is 71.6 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset. This is the most demanding configuration tested and still remains above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the combo support ray tracing or DLSS for this game?

A: The FACT PACK does not include data on ray tracing or DLSS performance for Control. The provided scores are based on the standard presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at each resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3,720 tested combos in the database, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 235th for Control. This places it in the top percentile of systems tested, indicating that it performs better than the vast majority of other CPU/GPU combinations for this specific title. The high rank is consistent with the frame rate data, which shows excellent performance even at the most demanding 4K Ultra settings. The combo’s percentile ranking among all CPUs is 86, and among all GPUs it is also 86, reinforcing that both components are high-performing relative to their respective markets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

According to the CPU benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has an average score of 37,943. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14901E, scores 37,911, which is a negligible 0.1% difference. This means a system with the i9-14901E would exhibit nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Control. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 also scores 37,904 (0.1% difference), and the Intel Core 5 211E scores 37,829 (0.3% difference), all of which are effectively equivalent for gaming purposes. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37,804 (0.4% difference), still very close.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54,209. Its closest competitor is the standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 54,247, a -0.1% difference. This indicates that the RTX 4080 would deliver almost identical frame rates in Control. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828 (-1.1% difference), and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698 (-2.7% difference), both of which are slightly higher in raw benchmark scores but still within a small margin. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55,757 (-2.8% difference). In practice, any of these GPUs paired with a comparable CPU would produce very similar performance to the tested combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average 71.6 FPS — This is the most demanding preset and the minimum average FPS recorded for this resolution.
• High: Average 81.8 FPS — A noticeable jump in performance over Ultra.
• Medium: Average 90.1 FPS — Provides a substantial performance boost while maintaining good visual quality.
• Low: Average 125.8 FPS — The fastest preset at 4K, nearly doubling the Ultra frame rate.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average 102.4 FPS — Easily clears the 60 FPS target with room to spare.
• High: Average 118.2 FPS — A solid step up from Ultra.
• Medium: Average 129.6 FPS — Offers a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate displays.
• Low: Average 186.5 FPS — A very high frame rate, suitable for esports-level responsiveness.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average 133.2 FPS — The most demanding preset at 1080p, still far above the playable threshold.
• High: Average 157 FPS — A significant improvement, making 144Hz displays fully usable.
• Medium: Average 177 FPS — Provides excellent headroom for competitive play.
• Low: Average 244.4 FPS — The highest frame rate recorded, ideal for 240Hz monitors.

The data shows a clear scaling pattern: as resolution decreases, frame rates increase consistently, with the 1080p Low preset producing over triple the frame rate of the 4K Ultra preset. This indicates that the system is well-balanced, with the GPU being the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Control exceptionally well. According to the verdict by resolution, all three tested resolutions — 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080 — have all playable settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra, with average frame rates of 71.6 FPS at 4K, 102.4 FPS at 1440p, and 133.2 FPS at 1080p.

In summary, this combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is more than sufficient for Control. It not only meets but vastly exceeds the 60 FPS requirement at the highest visual presets across all resolutions. The system demonstrates that it can handle the game’s most demanding scenarios without compromise, making it a top-tier choice for players who want to experience Control at its absolute best. The high rank of 235 out of 3,720 combos further validates that this setup is in the upper echelon of performance for this title.