Control

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is an exceptionally strong combination for Control, delivering playable performance at every preset and resolution tested. Benchmark data confirms that this system exceeds the 60 FPS threshold at all settings, with the most demanding Ultra preset still producing 69 FPS at 4K, 102 FPS at 1440p, and 134 FPS at 1080p. This places the combo in the top tier of tested configurations, with a rank of 283 out of 3,720 total combos, putting it in the top percentile for this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the system can run the Ultra preset with an average of 134 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS playability threshold, with no need to compromise on visual fidelity. The data shows that even the most demanding preset leaves significant headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset remains the optimal choice, delivering an average of 102 FPS. This is a substantial 32 FPS drop from the 1080p result, but the experience stays smooth and responsive. The 1440p Ultra setting is the recommended configuration for users prioritizing image quality without sacrificing performance.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset still holds at an average of 69 FPS, which is the best playable setting at this resolution. While this is technically above the 60 FPS threshold, the margin is thinner than at lower resolutions. For a more comfortable buffer, the High preset at 79 FPS or Medium at 89 FPS offer additional headroom, but the data confirms Ultra is playable for those who want maximum visual quality on a 4K display.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results across resolutions and presets reveal a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance in Control. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p to 4K shows consistent frame rate reductions as pixel count increases, which is characteristic of graphics card limitations rather than CPU bottlenecks. The Ryzen 9 7900X, with its 12 cores and 24 threads, provides ample processing power that does not become a limiting factor in this title.

Looking at the 1080p results, the system reaches 245 FPS on Low settings and 134 FPS on Ultra, a difference of 111 FPS attributed entirely to graphics load. This wide spread indicates the GPU is the dominant component, as a CPU-bound scenario would show less variation between presets. The 4K results reinforce this: Low settings produce 125 FPS, while Ultra drops to 69 FPS, a 56 FPS swing that mirrors the GPU workload.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings, where higher frame rates demand more processor throughput. At 1080p Low, the 245 FPS result suggests the Ryzen 9 7900X is capable of feeding the RTX 4080 SUPER efficiently, but the GPU still dictates overall performance. The data indicates that for Control, the graphics card is the primary determinant of frame rates across all tested configurations, while the CPU provides a solid foundation that avoids becoming a bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured results show a clear progression: Low settings average 245 FPS, Medium averages 174 FPS with a minimum of 148 FPS and maximum of 200 FPS, High averages 155 FPS, and Ultra averages 134 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 71 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 19 FPS, and High to Ultra is 21 FPS. This demonstrates that the most significant performance cost comes from the initial step up from Low to Medium settings, with diminishing returns at higher presets.

For 2560x1440, the averages are 185 FPS on Low, 132 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 112 FPS and maximum of 152 FPS), 117 FPS on High, and 102 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a reduction of 60 FPS on Low, 42 FPS on Medium, 38 FPS on High, and 32 FPS on Ultra. This consistent decrease indicates that the GPU handles the increased pixel count predictably, with the absolute frame rate differences shrinking as settings increase.

At 3840x2160, the results are 125 FPS on Low, 89 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 76 FPS and maximum of 102 FPS), 79 FPS on High, and 69 FPS on Ultra. The step from 1440p to 4K reduces frame rates by 60 FPS on Low, 43 FPS on Medium, 38 FPS on High, and 33 FPS on Ultra. The minimum frame rate data at Medium shows that even in demanding scenes, the system maintains 76 FPS at 4K, which is comfortably above the playability threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X has an average benchmark score of 53,288, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P with a score of 53,206, which is 0.2% behind, and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 at 53,469, which is 0.3% ahead. The Intel Xeon 634 scores 52,974, a 0.6% difference, while the Intel Core i7-14700F achieves 53,620, putting it 0.6% ahead. These alternatives would provide nearly identical CPU performance in Control, with differences well within the margin of error for benchmarking.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54,209, ranking in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The closest rival is the standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with a score of 54,247, just 0.1% higher, meaning users would see virtually no difference in frame rates. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB achieves 55,698, a 2.7% advantage. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55,757, 2.8% higher, but these differences are small enough that real-world gaming performance would be indistinguishable for most users.

For Control specifically, the RTX 4080 and RTX 4080 SUPER are effectively interchangeable in terms of measured frame rates. The benchmark data shows that these rivals would produce similar results across all resolutions and settings, with the SUPER variant offering a marginal edge that would not be perceptible in gameplay. The CPU alternatives would also maintain the same performance characteristics, ensuring the combo remains GPU-bound regardless of which near-identical processor is installed.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 69 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Medium preset offers a safer margin at 89 FPS if additional headroom is desired.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers 102 FPS average, making it the recommended choice for maximum visual quality without compromising on smoothness. This is 32 FPS higher than the 4K Ultra result.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 for this game?

A: The benchmark data shows the standard RTX 4080 has an average score of 54,247, which is 0.1% higher than the SUPER's 54,209. In practical terms, frame rates in Control would be identical between these two cards.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 7900X a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The 1080p Low setting produces 245 FPS, indicating the CPU provides sufficient throughput for high frame rates. The GPU remains the limiting factor, as shown by the 111 FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate at 4K Medium?

A: The measured minimum at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 76 FPS, with an average of 89 FPS and a maximum of 102 FPS. This ensures no drops below the playable threshold even in demanding scenes.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The combination ranks 283rd out of 3,720 total tested combos, placing it in the top percentile for Control performance. This reflects its ability to maintain high frame rates at all resolutions and presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination achieves a rank of 283 out of 3,720 tested combos in Control, placing it in the top 7.6% of all configurations evaluated. This high ranking is supported by the measured data showing playable performance at every resolution and setting combination, with the lowest recorded average being 69 FPS at 4K Ultra. The system's position among the top performers is driven primarily by the RTX 4080 SUPER, which sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 9 7900X contributes a strong foundation in the 91st percentile of CPUs.

The rank reflects a system that excels in this title, with the combination of a high-end CPU and GPU ensuring that Control runs smoothly even under maximum graphical load. The 4K Ultra result of 69 FPS is particularly notable, as it demonstrates that this system can handle the most demanding scenario without falling below the playable threshold. For users seeking a definitive experience in Control, this combo ranks among the best available, with only a small fraction of tested configurations delivering higher frame rates across the board.