Control

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a balanced mid-range desktop combination for playing Control. Measured performance data shows this system comfortably handles 1080p and 1440p gaming, while 4K requires a significant settings compromise. The CPU, a 10-core Raptor Lake part with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and the GPU, an Ada Lovelace chip with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, perform within their expected hardware classes, placing the combo at rank 1989 out of 3720 tested configurations for this title.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Low settings is 74.2 FPS. Higher settings at 4K fail to reach the 60 FPS threshold: Medium averages 50.7 FPS, High averages 44.7 FPS, and Ultra averages 36.8 FPS.

Q: What is the best quality preset for 1440p gaming with this hardware?

A: Ultra settings are playable at 2560x1440, with an average FPS of 60.5. This is just above the 60 FPS playability threshold, making it the most demanding preset that maintains playable performance at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest performance rival?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, which is a delta of -0.2%. This indicates the two GPUs perform nearly identically in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: Is the Core i5-13400F a strong performer for gaming workloads?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 25292, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 22604, and its single-core score is 3191, indicating robust multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities for gaming and general tasks.

Q: What resolution shows the biggest performance jump for this combo?

A: The data shows a clear scaling pattern. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS is 142.2. Moving to 2560x1440 Low drops this to 107.3 FPS. At 4K Low, the average falls to 74.2 FPS. This demonstrates a consistent performance reduction as resolution increases.

Q: Does the system meet the 60 FPS target at 1080p with all presets?

A: Yes, every measured setting at 1920x1080 clears the 60 FPS threshold. The lowest average FPS at this resolution is 79.1 on Ultra settings, while Low settings reach 142.2 FPS, Medium achieves 99.4 FPS, and High delivers 86.6 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the following represents the highest quality preset that maintains an average FPS at or above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The only playable option is Low, which delivers an average of 74.2 FPS. Medium (50.7 FPS), High (44.7 FPS), and Ultra (36.8 FPS) all fall below the target.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra settings are playable, with an average of 60.5 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that clears the 60 FPS bar. For more headroom, High settings average 68.9 FPS, Medium averages 74.1 FPS, and Low averages 107.3 FPS.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra settings provide the best visual experience with an average of 79.1 FPS. All other presets are also playable: High averages 86.6 FPS, Medium averages 99.4 FPS, and Low averages 142.2 FPS.

The performance gap between 4K and lower resolutions is steep. The jump from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra results in a drop from 60.5 FPS to 36.8 FPS, a loss of 23.7 FPS. This indicates that 4K is only viable with significant graphical compromises.

CPU and GPU Roles

Analysis of the measured FPS data across resolutions and presets reveals the load distribution between the Core i5-13400F and the RTX 4060.

At 1920x1080, the system is heavily GPU-bound at higher presets. The scaling from Low (142.2 FPS) to Ultra (79.1 FPS) shows a 63.1 FPS reduction, which is a direct result of increased GPU workload from more complex shading and effects. The CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at Low settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck. The average FPS across all presets drops consistently compared to 1080p. For example, High settings fall from 86.6 FPS at 1080p to 68.9 FPS at 1440p, a 17.7 FPS decrease. This reduction is attributed to the higher pixel count demanding more from the GPU's 8 GB of memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth. The CPU's role remains secondary, as its 10 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to maintain frame pacing.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations are stark. The RTX 4060's 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB VRAM are strained by the 8.3 million pixels, causing the average FPS to plummet. The difference between Low (74.2 FPS) and Ultra (36.8 FPS) at 4K is 37.4 FPS, the largest absolute gap across all resolutions. This indicates that the GPU is the primary constraint, and the CPU's performance is largely irrelevant at this resolution for this title. The data suggests that reducing settings at 4K provides a more significant FPS uplift than at lower resolutions, confirming the GPU-bound nature of the workload.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database provides nearestRivals for both the CPU and GPU, indicating which other hardware would produce similar performance in synthetic tests.

For the Intel Core i5-13400F (avg score 25292), the closest alternatives are:

• AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (avg score 25284, delta 0%): A mobile processor with a nearly identical average score, suggesting similar multi-threaded capabilities.
• Intel Core 5 120 (avg score 25362, delta -0.3%): This Intel part scores slightly higher, indicating a marginal performance advantage.
• AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (avg score 25365, delta -0.3%): Another desktop chip with a slightly higher score, offering comparable processing power.
• AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (avg score 25201, delta 0.4%): A mobile chip with a slightly lower score, showing the i5-13400F has a small edge.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (avg score 17639), the nearest rivals are:

• AMD Radeon HD 7790 (avg score 17666, delta -0.2%): This older GPU scores marginally higher, implying similar raw graphics throughput in certain workloads.
• AMD Radeon 780M (avg score 17588, delta 0.3%): An integrated graphics solution that, surprisingly, performs within 0.3% of the RTX 4060 in average benchmark score.
• AMD Radeon Pro 560 (avg score 17551, delta 0.5%): A professional mobile GPU with a slightly lower score, indicating close performance.
• AMD Radeon Pro 460 (avg score 17509, delta 0.7%): Another professional GPU, this time with a more noticeable but still small performance deficit.

These rival comparisons highlight that the Core i5-13400F is positioned in a dense performance tier, while the RTX 4060's closest matches include both older discrete GPUs and modern integrated graphics, underscoring its entry-level position in the 40-series lineup.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS measurements for all tested settings and resolutions. Minimum and maximum FPS values were not provided in the data.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS |

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

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 36.8 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 44.7 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 50.7 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 74.2 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 60.5 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 68.9 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 74.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 107.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 79.1 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 86.6 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 99.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 142.2 |

The data reveals a consistent pattern: performance scales predictably with resolution and settings. The most significant single drop occurs when moving from 1080p Low (142.2 FPS) to 4K Low (74.2 FPS), a 68 FPS reduction. Conversely, the difference between High and Ultra at 1440p is only 8.4 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset's additional visual features have a moderate impact at this resolution.

The Verdict

Based on the measured data and the 60 FPS playability threshold, this PC can run Control effectively at multiple configurations.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable. All four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—exceed the 60 FPS target, with Ultra delivering 79.1 FPS. This allows for a maximum-quality experience without performance concerns. The data indicates that this is the ideal resolution for this hardware, providing a smooth and visually rich experience.

At 2560x1440, the system remains capable of delivering a playable experience at the highest quality. Ultra settings average 60.5 FPS, which is just above the threshold. This is a viable option for users with 1440p monitors who prioritize visual fidelity, though the slim margin suggests that High settings (68.9 FPS) offer a safer buffer for demanding scenes.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is mixed. The system can run the game, but only at Low settings, which average 74.2 FPS. Medium (50.7 FPS), High (44.7 FPS), and Ultra (36.8 FPS) all fall short of 60 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay. Consequently, 4K gaming requires a significant reduction in visual quality, and the experience will not match what the game can offer at lower resolutions.

In summary, the Core i5-13400F and RTX 4060 combination is a strong performer for 1080p and solid for 1440p, but it is not a 4K-capable setup for Control at high settings. Users targeting 4K should plan to use Low settings or consider a more powerful GPU.