Control

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a consistently smooth experience in Control, with every tested resolution and settings combination clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data shows a system that scales predictably across resolutions, with the most demanding preset remaining comfortably above the target frame rate even at 4K.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the system achieves its highest visual fidelity with the Ultra preset, which produces an average of 127 FPS. This is the most demanding settings level available, and the recorded data shows it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again provides the optimal experience, delivering an average of 96 FPS. The gap between Ultra and the next tier down, High at 111 FPS, is noticeable but not disruptive, making Ultra the clear choice for maximum quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset still holds an average of 65 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold by a narrow margin. For players prioritizing maximum visual quality at 4K, this is viable. However, the Medium preset offers a more comfortable buffer at 84 FPS average, with recorded minimums of 72 FPS and maximums of 97 FPS. The data indicates that Ultra at 4K is playable, but Medium provides additional headroom for scenes with heavy particle effects or physics interactions common in Control.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU, based on average benchmark scores, show tight competition. The Intel Xeon 6756E scores 0.2% higher, while the AMD EPYC 7552 is 0.5% ahead. On the lower side, the Intel Core 7 160UL trails by 0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C is 0.6% behind. These deltas are minimal, meaning any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame pacing in CPU-bound scenarios.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 is essentially tied, with a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Arc A550M is 0.4% faster, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT sits 2% higher and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT trails by 3.1%. In practice, the RTX 5070 Ti and these rivals would produce similar average frame rates in Control, though the RTX 5070 Ti's architectural advantages in ray tracing and DLSS could alter real-world results beyond raw benchmark scores.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions reveals how the workload shifts between components. At 1920x1080, the CPU has more influence on final frame rates, as the GPU is less likely to be the limiting factor. The difference between Low (170 FPS) and Ultra (127 FPS) at 1080p is 43 FPS, showing that settings changes have a substantial impact on the render workload.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to assert more dominance. The spread from Low (155 FPS) to Ultra (96 FPS) is 59 FPS, a wider gap than at 1080p. This indicates the GPU is handling more of the pixel and shading work, making settings adjustments more impactful.

The trend continues at 3840x2160, where Low (119 FPS) to Ultra (65 FPS) spans 54 FPS. The 4K resolution places significant pressure on the GPU, and the data shows the RTX 5070 Ti's 16 GB GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate to maintain playability, but the margin shrinks considerably. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, appears sufficient across all resolutions, as the frame rates remain consistently high even at lower settings where CPU overhead would be more apparent.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full settings range performs exceptionally well. Low settings average 170 FPS. Medium settings average 150 FPS, with recorded minimums of 127 FPS and maximums of 172 FPS. High settings average 144 FPS. Ultra settings average 127 FPS. Every preset maintains a minimum frame rate that exceeds the 60 FPS target by a wide margin.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low averages 155 FPS. Medium averages 125 FPS, with minimums of 106 FPS and maximums of 143 FPS. High averages 111 FPS. Ultra averages 96 FPS. The minimum recorded frame rate at Medium, 106 FPS, indicates that even during intense combat sequences, the system holds up well.

At 3840x2160, the system still delivers playable results across all settings. Low averages 119 FPS. Medium averages 84 FPS, with minimums of 72 FPS and maximums of 97 FPS. High averages 75 FPS. Ultra averages 65 FPS. The Medium preset offers the best combination of visual quality and stability at 4K, with its minimum frame rate of 72 FPS providing a comfortable buffer above the playability threshold.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 65 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 96 FPS, making it the most demanding settings level that remains well above the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to the RX 6900 XT in this game?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the RX 6900 XT is 2% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti. However, the RTX 5070 Ti's measured performance in Control at 4K Ultra (65 FPS) suggests the delta is negligible in practice.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at any resolution?

A: The data does not indicate CPU bottlenecking. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 170 FPS, and frame rates scale consistently with resolution, suggesting the CPU keeps up with the GPU's output.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The High preset at 1920x1080 averages 144 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for high refresh rate displays.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 4K provide a better experience than Ultra?

A: Medium at 3840x2160 averages 84 FPS with a minimum of 72 FPS, while Ultra averages 65 FPS. Medium offers a more consistent experience with less risk of frame drops during demanding scenes.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 611th out of 3720 tested combos in the database for Control. This places it in the top 16.4% of all tested systems, a strong result for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The ranking reflects the system's ability to maintain high frame rates across all resolutions and settings, even though the CPU's 68th percentile ranking among all processors is modest compared to the GPU's 86th percentile among all graphics cards.

The high combo rank suggests that Control is more GPU-dependent than CPU-dependent, allowing the RTX 5070 Ti to carry the system to impressive results despite the i5-10400F's age. The GPU's 43.94 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 70 RT cores are well-suited to Control's physics-heavy environments and optional ray tracing effects, though the measured data does not include ray tracing specific results.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Control at all tested resolutions and presets, with every configuration exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 127 FPS, providing a flawless experience for high refresh rate monitors. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 96 FPS, which is ideal for 1440p gaming with room to spare. At 3840x2160, Ultra averages 65 FPS, making it playable but with less margin for error. For the most stable 4K experience, the Medium preset at 84 FPS average and 72 FPS minimum is the recommended choice.

The verdict by resolution is clear: all three resolutions support all four settings presets, with the best settings being Ultra in each case. The system is capable of delivering the maximum visual quality Control offers while maintaining smooth gameplay, evidence of the RTX 5070 Ti's raw performance and the i5-10400F's adequate six-core throughput. Players seeking the highest fidelity at 4K can use Ultra, though those who prioritize frame time consistency may prefer Medium. At 1440p and 1080p, there is no reason to compromise on settings.