Control

The benchmark data for Control on this system, pairing the Intel Core i5-10400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, shows a configuration that is overwhelmingly capable of running the game smoothly. The recorded measurements place this combo in the 1015th rank out of 3720 tested combinations, indicating a strong performance profile. Across all tested resolutions and presets, the average frame rates consistently exceed the playable threshold of 60 FPS, with only one exception at the most demanding settings. The data confirms that this hardware is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, and it remains capable of delivering a playable experience at 4K with a quality preset selected.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded average FPS data for Control reveals a clear performance hierarchy across the three main resolutions and four quality presets. At 3840x2160, the system achieves an average of 63.2 FPS on High settings, which is the most demanding preset that remains playable. Dropping to Medium settings yields a higher average of 68.6 FPS, while Low settings produce a substantial leap to 99.8 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only configuration in the entire dataset that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, with an average of 51.9 FPS at this resolution.

Moving down to 2560x1440, the performance headroom becomes more apparent. The Ultra preset, which was unplayable at 4K, delivers a solid 80.6 FPS average here. High settings reach 93.8 FPS, Medium settings climb to 104.8 FPS, and Low settings hit 147.4 FPS. The scaling between presets is consistent, with each step down in quality providing a noticeable boost in frame rate.

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its peak performance. The Ultra preset averages 107.3 FPS, which is comfortably above the playable threshold. High settings improve to 125.1 FPS, Medium settings reach 138.5 FPS, and Low settings peak at 172 FPS. The data shows a smooth progression across all settings, with no anomalies or sudden performance drops. The minimum and maximum FPS values are not recorded in the database, so the analysis relies solely on the average figures, which are uniformly strong.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the database identifies the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. This is the optimal balance between visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are High, which produces an average of 63.2 FPS. This is the only resolution where Ultra is not recommended, as it falls to 51.9 FPS. The High preset provides a playable experience at 4K, though the margin above 60 FPS is relatively slim. Medium settings offer a safer buffer at 68.6 FPS, and Low settings provide the highest frame rate at 99.8 FPS, but High is the best choice for visual fidelity while remaining playable.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 80.6 FPS. This represents a significant improvement over the 4K result and indicates that the system has ample performance headroom at this resolution. All four presets are playable here, with High at 93.8 FPS, Medium at 104.8 FPS, and Low at 147.4 FPS. The Ultra preset is the clear choice for players seeking maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, and the average of 107.3 FPS confirms that this resolution is well within the system's comfort zone. The High preset at 125.1 FPS, Medium at 138.5 FPS, and Low at 172 FPS all offer excellent performance, but Ultra provides the best visual experience with a frame rate that is nearly double the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data for Control illustrates a dynamic where the GPU is the primary performance driver, but the CPU's influence becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and higher presets. The scaling between resolutions provides clear evidence of this relationship.

When moving from 3840x2160 to 2560x1440, the average frame rate on the Ultra preset increases from 51.9 FPS to 80.6 FPS, a gain of 28.7 FPS. At High settings, the increase is from 63.2 FPS to 93.8 FPS, a gain of 30.6 FPS. This substantial improvement as resolution drops indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as reducing the pixel count directly alleviates the rendering load.

The transition from 2560x1440 to 1920x1080 shows a different pattern. On the Ultra preset, the frame rate improves from 80.6 FPS to 107.3 FPS, a gain of 26.7 FPS. At High settings, the gain is 31.3 FPS, from 93.8 FPS to 125.1 FPS. While these improvements are still significant, the relative scaling is less pronounced than the 4K to 1440p transition in some cases. This suggests that the CPU begins to play a more notable role at 1080p, where the GPU has more headroom and the processor's ability to feed frames becomes more relevant.

The preset scaling also reveals the GPU's dominance. At 3840x2160, moving from Low to Ultra cuts the frame rate from 99.8 FPS to 51.9 FPS, a reduction of 47.9 FPS. At 1920x1080, the same preset change reduces the average from 172 FPS to 107.3 FPS, a reduction of 64.7 FPS. The larger absolute drop at 1080p indicates that the GPU is still the primary bottleneck, but the CPU's contribution to the upper frame rate ceiling is more visible at lower resolutions. The Intel Core i5-10400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides sufficient processing power to keep up with the RTX 4070 in most scenarios, but the data shows that the GPU's capabilities define the overall performance envelope.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for how this system compares to other hardware combinations. For the Intel Core i5-10400F, the database lists several processors with nearly identical average benchmark scores. The Intel Xeon 6756E has an average score of 14163, which is just 0.2% below the i5-10400F's average of 14185. The AMD EPYC 7552 scores 14115, a 0.5% deficit, while the Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14232, a 0.3% advantage. The AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14277, which is 0.6% higher. These differences are negligible, meaning that any of these CPUs would produce virtually identical frame rates in Control when paired with the same GPU.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, the nearest rivals show a similar pattern. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 has an average score of 37628, just 0.1% below the RTX 4070's 37648. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507, a 0.4% deficit, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135, a 1.3% advantage. The AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 37157, a 1.3% deficit. These small deltas indicate that swapping the GPU for any of these alternatives would result in a nearly indistinguishable performance profile in this game. A system with the RTX 4070 and a rival CPU from the list would perform essentially the same as the tested configuration, as would a system with the i5-10400F and a rival GPU.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, the system can run Control at 3840x2160, but only on High, Medium, or Low settings. The High preset averages 63.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Ultra preset is not playable at this resolution, averaging 51.9 FPS.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 80.6 FPS. All four presets are playable at this resolution, so players can choose Ultra for maximum visual quality without compromising smoothness.

Q: How does the system perform at 1080p on the highest settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system averages 107.3 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a very smooth experience. The Low preset reaches 172 FPS for players seeking the highest possible frame rates.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for Control?

A: The GPU is the primary performance driver, as evidenced by the significant frame rate drops when moving from lower to higher resolutions. The CPU becomes relatively more influential at 1080p, where the GPU has more headroom, but the overall performance is still largely dictated by the RTX 4070.

Q: Which preset should be avoided at 4K?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 should be avoided, as it produces an average of 51.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset is the most demanding option that remains playable at this resolution.

Q: Are there other GPUs that would perform similarly to the RTX 4070 in this game?

A: Yes, the database lists several GPUs with nearly identical average benchmark scores. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 is 0.1% slower, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 is 0.4% slower, and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 is 1.3% slower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is 1.3% faster. These differences are small enough that gameplay would be effectively the same.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that this PC can run Control with strong performance across most settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with the Ultra preset averaging 107.3 FPS, making this the best resolution for a fully maxed-out experience. At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable, and the Ultra preset averages 80.6 FPS, offering an excellent balance of visual quality and smoothness. At 3840x2160, the system remains playable on High, Medium, and Low settings, with High averaging 63.2 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls short of the 60 FPS threshold at 51.9 FPS.

For players targeting 1080p or 1440p, this system delivers a confidently playable experience at the highest quality settings, with frame rates that comfortably exceed the 60 FPS target. At 4K, the system is capable but requires a reduction to High settings to maintain smooth gameplay. The overall verdict is that this configuration is well-suited for Control, providing excellent performance in the most common gaming scenarios and remaining viable even at the highest resolution with appropriate settings.