Control

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers exceptional performance in Control, with measured frame rates that comfortably exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across every resolution and preset combination tested. The data shows a system that is not merely playable but overwhelmingly capable, with the RTX 4080's raw power ensuring that even the most demanding settings remain fluid. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, contextualizes the combo's standing among other tested hardware, and identifies where each component contributes most to the final experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

For the most demanding visual experience that still maintains a 60 FPS floor, the data points to a single answer across all tested resolutions: Ultra settings. The benchmark results indicate that this combo is so powerful that the highest quality preset is the optimal choice everywhere, leaving headroom rather than hovering near the threshold.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the Ultra preset delivers an average of 69 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration tested, and the 69 FPS average confirms that the system holds above the 60 FPS target, making 4K Ultra the best settings for a fully immersive experience without compromise. The High preset at this resolution is also well above the threshold at 79 FPS, but Ultra represents the pinnacle of visual fidelity with only a modest performance cost.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the Ultra preset averages 102 FPS. This is a substantial margin over the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the system is not stressed by this resolution. The High preset at 118 FPS and Medium at 132 FPS are also options, but the data suggests that choosing Ultra provides a significant visual upgrade while still maintaining a high refresh rate experience.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the Ultra preset averages 135 FPS. This is the highest performance tier tested, and the system absolutely saturates the preset. With such a high average, users can enable every visual feature without concern, as the frame rate remains far above the playable threshold and is suitable for high refresh rate monitors.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 at rank 310 out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places the system in the top 8.3% of all configurations tested, a strong indicator of its high-end positioning.

This percentile ranking reflects the synergy of a high-core-count CPU and a flagship-tier GPU. While the rank is not at the absolute top, it is important to consider the sheer volume of combinations tested. The data shows that this combo outperforms the vast majority of systems, and the measured FPS results confirm that it is capable of handling the most demanding scenarios in this title. The ranking validates that the hardware pairing is well-balanced for this game, with neither component being a significant bottleneck at the tested settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of performance scaling across resolutions and presets. The dataset includes average FPS for all settings and, for Medium presets, minimum and maximum frame rates.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 126 FPS average.
• Medium: 89 FPS average, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103.
• High: 79 FPS average.
• Ultra: 69 FPS average.

The progression from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a steady decline in average FPS, from 126 down to 69, representing a 45% performance cost for the highest visual quality. The Medium preset's min/max range of 76 to 103 FPS shows good frame pacing, with the minimum still well above the 60 FPS threshold.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 186 FPS average.
• Medium: 132 FPS average, with a minimum of 113 and a maximum of 152.
• High: 118 FPS average.
• Ultra: 102 FPS average.

At 1440p, the system scales down from 4K performance, resulting in a significant boost. The jump from Low to Ultra is from 186 to 102 FPS, a 45% reduction. The Medium preset shows a tight min/max range of 113 to 152 FPS, ensuring a consistently smooth experience.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 232 FPS average.
• Medium: 175 FPS average, with a minimum of 149 and a maximum of 201.
• High: 156 FPS average.
• Ultra: 135 FPS average.

At 1080p, the system is clearly CPU-bound at lower presets, with the Low preset hitting 232 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is again a 42% decrease, but the absolute numbers are exceptionally high. The Medium preset's minimum of 149 FPS shows that even in the most demanding moments, the frame rate does not dip below a level that would be perceptible as stutter on most displays.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the benchmark scores of the individual components, several other hardware configurations would likely produce similar performance in Control. The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a reference point for what other systems might behave like.

CPU Alternatives: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 41376, placing it near the following processors:

• Intel Core Ultra 7 366H with a score of 41263, which is 0.3% slower.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 356H with a score of 41215, which is 0.4% slower.
• AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 with a score of 41208, which is 0.4% slower.
• Intel Core i7-14650HX with a score of 41576, which is 0.5% faster.

These CPUs are all within a 1% performance delta, meaning a system built with any of them would likely deliver frame rates within a few FPS of the Ryzen 9 5900X in this game, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU has more influence.

GPU Alternatives: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, with the following close competitors:

• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER with a score of 54209, which is 0.1% slower.
• AMD Radeon Pro W5700X with a score of 54828, which is 1.1% faster.
• AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB with a score of 55698, which is 2.6% faster.
• AMD Radeon 8060S with a score of 55757, which is 2.7% faster.

The GPU scores show that the RTX 4080 is positioned in a tight cluster. The RTX 4080 SUPER is virtually identical in performance, while the AMD options are slightly faster on average. In Control, a system with an RTX 4080 SUPER would be expected to produce nearly identical FPS figures, while the AMD cards might yield a small, but likely imperceptible, improvement of a few frames per second.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU, which shifts depending on the resolution. The scaling between resolutions at the same preset helps isolate which component is the primary driver.

At 1920x1080, the system is heavily CPU-bound. The Low preset achieves 232 FPS, but the Ultra preset drops to 135 FPS. This 42% reduction when moving to higher settings shows that the GPU is being tasked more, but the absolute FPS numbers are so high that the CPU is likely the limiting factor at the lower presets. The difference between 1080p Low (232 FPS) and 1440p Low (186 FPS) is a 20% drop, which is a smaller relative change than the GPU-bound scaling at higher resolutions. This indicates that the Ryzen 9 5900X's 12 cores and 24 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 4080 at this resolution, even at high frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The drop from 1080p Low (232 FPS) to 1440p Low (186 FPS) is 46 FPS, while the drop from 1080p Ultra (135 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (102 FPS) is 33 FPS. This shows that the GPU is becoming a more significant factor, as the increased pixel count puts more strain on the rendering hardware. The CPU is still providing enough throughput to avoid being a major bottleneck, but the GPU's role is more pronounced.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant component. The drop from 1440p Low (186 FPS) to 4K Low (126 FPS) is a 32% reduction, and the drop from 1440p Ultra (102 FPS) to 4K Ultra (69 FPS) is a 32% reduction as well. This consistent scaling across all presets illustrates that the RTX 4080 is the primary constraint at 4K. The CPU's performance is less critical here, as the GPU's pixel-pushing capabilities are the limiting factor. The Ryzen 9 5900X is more than capable of keeping up, but its influence on the final frame rate is diminished at this resolution.

The Verdict

The data from the benchmark database provides a definitive answer: this PC can absolutely run Control at the highest level. The verdict by resolution is clear and positive across the board.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system achieves a playable status at all tested presets, from Low to Ultra. The best settings are Ultra, which maintains an average of 69 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS playable threshold, confirming that the game can be experienced at its highest visual quality at 4K without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the system again achieves playable status at all presets. The best settings are Ultra, delivering an average of 102 FPS. This is a substantial margin over the threshold, ensuring a highly fluid experience that is well-suited for high refresh rate displays.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system is exceptionally performant. The best settings are Ultra, with an average of 135 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, making it an ideal configuration for competitive or high-refresh-rate gaming.

In summary, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination is a top-tier performer for Control. It not only clears the 60 FPS bar at every resolution with maximum settings but does so with significant headroom, indicating a future-proof configuration for this title. The only consideration is that at 4K Ultra, the 69 FPS average is closer to the threshold, but it remains comfortably above it, providing a stable and immersive experience.