Control

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is a formidable combination for Control, ranking in the 86.7th percentile of all tested combos for this game. Out of 3,720 possible pairings, this setup sits at rank 496, demonstrating that it outperforms the vast majority of systems benchmarked. This is a high-tier result, placing the combo firmly in the upper echelon of performance, though it is not at the absolute top, where specialized high-end configurations reside. The data indicates that this pairing delivers a very strong experience, with the ranking reflecting the balanced capabilities of a modern six-core processor and a high-end Ada Lovelace GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 496 out of 3,720 tested combinations places it in the top 13.3% of all systems, a strong indicator of its overall capability. This positioning suggests that the i5-12400 and RTX 4070 Ti together provide a level of performance that will satisfy most gamers seeking high frame rates in Control. The rank is a composite measure, but the individual component benchmarks support this standing. The CPU holds a percentile rank of 72 among all processors, while the GPU is even stronger, with a percentile rank of 84 among all graphics cards. This synergy means the system is well-balanced, with the GPU having slightly more headroom than the CPU, which is a common and effective configuration for gaming workloads. The data shows a clear picture: this is not a budget-oriented or entry-level pairing, but a serious performance-oriented duo that handles demanding titles with ease.

CPU and GPU Roles

Benchmark results show that the RTX 4070 Ti is the dominant factor in this pairing for Control, with the CPU playing a supporting, though critical, role. The scaling of frame rates across resolutions and settings makes this clear. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 226 FPS, a number so high that it suggests both components are working efficiently, but the GPU is not yet the sole bottleneck. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows disproportionately. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average frame rate drops from 143 FPS to 108 FPS, a 24.5% decrease. This drop is even more pronounced when moving to 3840x2160, where the High setting yields only 73 FPS, a 32.4% reduction from the 1440p result. This pattern is classic GPU-bound behavior; the CPU’s performance ceiling is not being reached at higher resolutions, allowing the GPU to become the limiting factor.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings where frame rates are extremely high. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the 226 FPS average suggests the i5-12400 is capable of feeding frames to the GPU at a very rapid pace. The difference between the Low and Medium presets at 1080p is also telling, with a drop from 226 FPS to 161 FPS, a 28.8% decrease, which is a larger relative drop than the 12.6% decrease seen when moving from High (143 FPS) to Ultra (124 FPS). This indicates that the game's visual complexity at Medium settings begins to shift more load onto the GPU, but the CPU still has ample headroom. Ultimately, the data shows that for this game, the RTX 4070 Ti's performance dictates the experience at all resolutions, while the i5-12400 ensures that it is never starved of data, providing a stable platform for the GPU to operate at its full potential.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured FPS data indicates that this system can run Control at the highest possible settings at every tested resolution while maintaining an average frame rate above the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 124 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth and well above the playable threshold. This makes Ultra the clear choice for 1080p gaming, as there is no need to compromise on visual fidelity to achieve high performance. Moving up to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still performs admirably, with an average of 94 FPS. This is a significant performance level that allows for a fully maxed-out visual experience on a high-refresh-rate 1440p monitor. The system does not break a sweat at this resolution, and the frame rate remains highly playable.

At the demanding 4K resolution of 3840x2160, the system still manages to clear the 60 FPS bar with the Ultra preset, achieving an average of 63 FPS. This is a notable achievement, as 4K Ultra is the most demanding configuration for any game. The fact that this combo can maintain an average of 63 FPS means it is playable, though it leaves less headroom for dips. The data shows that for all resolutions, the most demanding preset tested, Ultra, is the best setting, as it stays at or above 60 FPS. For players with a 60 Hz 4K monitor, this is the ideal configuration. For those with 144 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors at 1080p or 1440p, the Ultra preset will still provide a very high frame rate, making it the optimal choice for both visual quality and smoothness.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the individual components provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the Intel Core i5-12400, the closest performance match is the AMD EPYC 7643, which has an average benchmark score that is 0.1% lower. This is a negligible difference, meaning a system with an EPYC 7643 would likely produce nearly identical frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. Other close rivals include the Intel Core i7-1355U (0.3% lower score) and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (0.7% lower score). These processors all sit within a very tight performance band, suggesting that any of them would provide a nearly identical experience in Control. The Intel Core i3-14100F is also a close rival, with a score 0.9% higher than the i5-12400, indicating it is a slightly faster alternative that would yield a marginal performance increase.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is closely matched by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which has an average score that is 0.8% lower. This is an interesting comparison, as it suggests a high-end mobile GPU can nearly match the desktop RTX 4070 Ti in raw compute. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT is another close rival, with a score 1.3% lower, and the Intel Arc A730M is 1.7% lower. The NVIDIA RTX A6000 is a slightly faster alternative, with a score 1.6% higher. These results indicate that the RTX 4070 Ti is positioned in a specific performance tier, and any of these alternatives would deliver a very similar frame rate in Control, with differences likely being within the margin of error or imperceptible in real-world gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 226 FPS on Low settings, 161 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 136 FPS and maximum of 185 FPS), 143 FPS on High, and 124 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show a clear progression of performance scaling with visual fidelity. The jump from Low to Medium is significant, but the system remains exceptionally fast. At 2560x1440, the averages are 171 FPS on Low, 121 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 103 FPS and maximum of 140 FPS), 108 FPS on High, and 94 FPS on Ultra. The frame rates are lower than at 1080p but still very high, with even the Ultra preset providing a smooth experience.

At the most demanding resolution, 3840x2160, the system achieves 115 FPS on Low, 82 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 70 FPS and maximum of 94 FPS), 73 FPS on High, and 63 FPS on Ultra. The data shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 4070 Ti provides a robust performance curve, and the i5-12400 ensures that the system can deliver high frame rates even at lower resolutions. The minimum FPS figures for the Medium settings at each resolution are also important to note, as they show the system's ability to maintain a smooth experience. For example, at 4K Medium, the minimum FPS of 70 is still above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating there are no major stutters or drops. The overall data confirms that this is a very capable system for Control, with performance that scales predictably with resolution and settings.

The Verdict

The definitive answer is yes; this PC can run Control exceptionally well. The verdictByResolution data confirms that at every resolution tested, all settings, including the most demanding Ultra preset, are playable with an average frame rate above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 124 FPS on Ultra, providing a flawless experience on any monitor. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers 94 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution. The most demanding test is at 3840x2160, where the system still manages an average of 63 FPS on Ultra, confirming it can handle 4K gaming with all settings maxed out. This means players do not need to make any compromises on visual quality to achieve a playable frame rate.

The data shows that this combo is not just capable of running the game, but it is powerful enough to run it at its highest settings at any resolution. There is no scenario in the tested matrix where the system falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti provides a balanced and high-performance platform. The GPU is the clear driver of performance, and it has enough power to push Control to its limits. The CPU is more than sufficient to keep up, ensuring there are no bottlenecks. This is a system that will allow players to experience Control as it was meant to be played, with all visual features enabled and a smooth, high frame rate. The verdict is unequivocal: this is a top-tier configuration for Control, delivering a premium gaming experience across all resolutions.