Control

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is a high-performance combination for running Control, a 2019 Action Adventure title. The database ranks this specific CPU and GPU pairing at 586 out of 3,720 tested combos for this game, placing it comfortably in the top 16% of all systems evaluated. This indicates a strong overall capability, though the rank also suggests that a significant number of more powerful configurations exist above it, often featuring newer flagship CPUs or higher-tier GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 586 out of 3,720 is a strong showing, placing it in the 84th percentile of all tested configurations. This is a direct result of the GPU's high standing in the database, where the RTX 4070 Ti sits in the 84th percentile among all GPUs. The CPU, while not as dominant, still performs well above average, holding the 71st percentile among all CPUs. The data suggests that the GPU is the primary driver of this combo's high rank, as its performance ceiling is significantly higher than that of the processor. The combination results in a system that is well above the median for gaming, but the rank also reveals that there is headroom for improvement, likely by pairing the GPU with a more powerful CPU to reduce any potential bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

The recorded data shows that this combination can achieve playable frame rates at all tested resolutions, even at the highest settings. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is as follows:

• 1920x1080: Ultra settings, with an average frame rate of 127.7 FPS.
• 2560x1440: Ultra settings, with an average frame rate of 96.6 FPS.
• 3840x2160: Ultra settings, with an average frame rate of 63.6 FPS.

At 1080p and 1440p, the system has substantial performance headroom, allowing for maximum visual fidelity without dropping below the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K, the Ultra preset still clears the playable threshold, but with a much smaller margin, indicating that this resolution is the practical limit for maxed-out settings with this hardware.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role, as the GPU is capable of producing very high frame rates, reaching 197 FPS on Low settings. This high frame rate output puts more pressure on the CPU to feed the GPU with data. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a performance drop of roughly 27% at Ultra settings (from 127.7 to 96.6 FPS), which is a typical result of increased pixel count. However, the more dramatic drop occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K, where the Ultra setting average falls by 34% (from 96.6 to 63.6 FPS). This steeper decline at 4K strongly indicates that the GPU becomes the definitive limiting factor at this resolution, as the rendering load on the RTX 4070 Ti increases substantially. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is sufficient to keep up at lower resolutions, but the GPU's workload at 4K is what ultimately dictates the frame rate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the database's nearest rivals for each component, users can find hardware that would behave similarly in this configuration. For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-11400F's average benchmark score of 17,177 is closely matched by several alternatives. The AMD EPYC 7H12 is only 0.3% slower, while the Intel Core i5-12450H is 0.4% faster. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is 0.6% faster, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U is 0.6% slower. These processors would yield nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Control, meaning that swapping the i5-11400F for any of these would result in very similar frame rates, especially at 1080p where the CPU is more active.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has an average score of 44,795. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which is 0.8% faster, and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT, which is 1.3% faster. On the slower side, the NVIDIA RTX A6000 is 1.6% slower, and the Intel Arc A730M is 1.7% slower. These GPUs would provide a nearly identical visual experience, with differences in frame rate that are likely imperceptible in practice. A user with any of these GPUs paired with the i5-11400F would see performance that is statistically indistinguishable from the RTX 4070 Ti in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average frame rates recorded for this CPU and GPU combination across all tested resolutions and settings.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | :---------- |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 197.0 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 163.0 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 144.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 127.7 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 171.0 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 124.5 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 107.9 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 96.6 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 115.4 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 83.8 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 71.1 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 63.6 |

The data shows a consistent and expected pattern: frame rates decrease as resolution and settings are increased. The most significant performance hit occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings, where the average frame rate drops by 33 FPS. This reinforces the conclusion that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the jump in pixel count demands significantly more from the RTX 4070 Ti.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows that this combination can run the game at 3840x2160 with all settings, including Ultra, which produces an average frame rate of 63.6 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting to use at 1440p for the highest visual quality?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice for 2560x1440, as the system maintains an average of 96.6 FPS, well above the 60 FPS target, allowing for maximum visual fidelity.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between High and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 144.4 FPS on High to 127.7 FPS on Ultra, a difference of 16.7 FPS, which is a modest cost for the increased visual quality.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU more important for this game at 4K?

A: The benchmark data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops significantly when moving from 1440p to 4K, showing that the rendering load on the RTX 4070 Ti is the primary constraint.

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

A: Yes, according to the database, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT are very close in performance, with average scores that are 0.8% and 1.3% higher, respectively.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average frame rate recorded is 63.6 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra settings preset.

The Verdict

The recorded data definitively answers the question: yes, this PC can run Control exceptionally well. The verdict by resolution is clear, as all tested settings at all three resolutions clear the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the system delivers a stellar experience, with the Ultra preset averaging 127.7 FPS, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. Moving to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still averages 96.6 FPS, offering a great balance of visual detail and performance. Even at the demanding 3840x2160 resolution, the system manages to maintain an average of 63.6 FPS on the Ultra preset, which is playable, though with less headroom for demanding scenes. The data suggests that this is a powerful combination for Control, capable of maxing out the game at all standard resolutions. The only caveat is at 4K, where the system is working near its limit, but it still delivers a playable experience. This setup is a strong choice for a high-refresh-rate 1440p monitor or a 60 Hz 4K display.