Control

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers a decisive performance class for Control, with benchmark results showing that this combination exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset tested. The data indicates a system that is not merely capable, but one that provides substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate displays, particularly at 1440p and 1080p. Across all twelve measured configurations, the average frame rate never drops below 63.2 FPS, which is the lowest recorded average at 4K Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this hardware scales across resolutions and graphical presets. At 3840x2160, the system maintains a solid performance envelope. With Low settings, the average FPS is 115.6, which demonstrates the raw power of the RTX 4070 Ti even at 4K. Moving to Medium yields an average of 82.9 FPS, while High settings produce an average of 70.7 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still delivers an average of 63.2 FPS, keeping the experience comfortably above the 60 FPS target.

At 2560x1440, the performance headroom expands significantly. The Low preset reaches an average of 173.9 FPS, showcasing that the system is far from being constrained at this resolution. Medium settings average 122.9 FPS, and High settings average 107.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p maintains an average of 94.6 FPS, which is a substantial margin over the 60 FPS baseline and indicates that the system is not being pushed to its limits here.

At 1920x1080, the combination of the i5-12400F and RTX 4070 Ti becomes a high-refresh-rate powerhouse. The Low preset averages 224.8 FPS, which is an exceptionally high figure. Medium settings average 161.3 FPS, and High settings average 145.3 FPS. Even the Ultra preset produces an average of 125.2 FPS, demonstrating that the CPU and GPU are well-paired to deliver a fluid experience in both competitive and visually demanding scenarios.

The data shows a clear trend: the average FPS scales predictably with resolution changes, with the performance gap between 1080p and 4K being roughly 100 FPS at the Low preset, while the gap at Ultra is roughly 62 FPS. The lack of min/max FPS data in the pack means that analysis is limited to average performance, but the high averages suggest that frame pacing is likely consistent enough to avoid noticeable stutter in typical gameplay. The robust performance at 4K Ultra, which is the most demanding scenario tested, is particularly notable as it implies the system has strong thermal and power headroom.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: Yes, the data shows the combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti achieves an average of 63.2 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti the bottleneck at 1440p, or is the CPU limiting performance?

A: The benchmark results make no such distinction, but at 2560x1440 the Ultra preset achieves an average of 94.6 FPS and the Low preset achieves an average of 173.9 FPS. The significant jump when lowering settings indicates the GPU is the primary driver of these performance differences, rather than the CPU.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 1920x1080?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 224.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 125.2 FPS. This represents a performance delta of approximately 99.6 FPS between the two settings.

Q: Is this system overkill for a 1080p setup?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset yields an average of 125.2 FPS. This is nearly double the 60 FPS target, suggesting the system has significant headroom for high refresh rate monitors. The data shows that even the most demanding preset at 1080p is far from stressing the hardware.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 44795, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile has a score of 45152. In the nearestRivals data, the delta between them is -0.8%, indicating the RTX 4070 Ti is slightly slower than the RTX 5090 Mobile in aggregate benchmark performance.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F a good match for the RTX 4070 Ti based on the data?

A: The measured FPS data suggests they work together effectively, with the CPU delivering high scores in the 3dmark_4_threads test at 3067 and the 3dmark_single_thread test at 909. The high average FPS across all resolutions, especially the 224.8 FPS floor at 1080p Low, indicates the CPU is not preventing the GPU from reaching its full potential.

Best Settings per Resolution

The following is the most demanding preset that maintains an average FPS at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold, along with the resulting average.

• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset is the best playable option, achieving an average of 63.2 FPS.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset is the best playable option, achieving an average of 94.6 FPS.
• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the best playable option, achieving an average of 125.2 FPS.

At every resolution, the Ultra preset is the highest setting that clears the 60 FPS bar, which means you can max out the game's visuals without any compromise to playability.

The Verdict

The benchmark results indicate that this PC can run Control with a definitive yes. The data shows that all three tested resolutions, 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160, are fully playable with the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding setting tested. At 4K Ultra, the system averages 63.2 FPS, which is a slim but significant margin above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p Ultra, the average jumps to 94.6 FPS, providing a very smooth experience. At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves an average of 125.2 FPS, offering a high-refresh-rate experience that is well beyond the basic playability requirement.

The performance is consistent across the board, with no configuration falling below the 60 FPS mark. This makes the system a strong candidate for any monitor type, from a standard 4K display to a high-speed 1080p panel. The 4K Ultra result is the most critical to note; achieving 63.2 FPS at that setting means the system is not just borderline playable but actually comfortable for a non-competitive, visually rich title like Control.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context on what other hardware would deliver a similar experience.

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19039 with a percentile rank of 73. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, which has an average score of 19047, representing a 0% delta. The Intel Core 3 201E has a score of 19056 with a -0.1% delta, and the Intel Core i5-1335U is at 18982 with a 0.3% delta. These chips are all within a fraction of a percent in aggregate performance, meaning a system with any of these CPUs would likely show very similar FPS numbers to the i5-12400F in Control, assuming the same GPU is installed.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 44795 and ranks in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile with a score of 45152 and a delta of -0.8%, indicating it is roughly equal. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT is another close competitor with a score of 45384 and a -1.3% delta, while the NVIDIA RTX A6000 has a score of 44075, which is 1.6% lower. The Intel Arc A730M is also in the same range, with a score of 45592 and a -1.7% delta. These GPUs would be expected to produce frame rates that are within a few units of the RTX 4070 Ti in Control, given the small benchmark deltas.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested hardware combinations for Control, this system holds a strong position. The combo rank for the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is 478 out of 3720 tested combinations. This places it in the top 12.8% of all systems tested, indicating it is a high-end configuration. The fact that it achieves 4K Ultra playability and high frame rates at lower resolutions underscores its position in the upper echelon of gaming setups.

The ranking is a useful measure of overall capability. While it is not the absolute top tier, being in the top 13% of all combos means that the vast majority of systems will not be able to match its performance in Control. The data indicates that this system is substantially faster than the median combo, and it is a configuration that will not struggle with the game's demands. The high rank is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows it can handle the most demanding presets at all resolutions with ease.