Control

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a decisive performance statement in Control, with benchmark results showing every tested resolution and preset combination clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data indicates a system that is not merely capable, but one that provides substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate displays and maximum graphical fidelity. Across all twelve measured scenarios, the average frame rates never dip below 71.1 FPS, positioning this combo as a top-tier performer for this title, ranking 301st out of 3,720 tested combinations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent scaling pattern across resolutions and presets, with the most demanding configuration being 4K Ultra and the least demanding being 1080p Low. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 71.1 FPS at Ultra settings to 126.4 FPS at Low settings. The High preset at this resolution achieves 76.6 FPS, while the Medium preset delivers 89.5 FPS. This indicates that even at 4K, the system maintains a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset providing a 11.1 FPS buffer.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance headroom expands considerably. The Ultra preset averages 105.2 FPS, High settings reach 114.6 FPS, and Medium settings hit 134.3 FPS. The Low preset at this resolution is particularly impressive, averaging 183.7 FPS, which is nearly triple the 60 FPS baseline. The gap between 4K and 1440p at identical settings is significant, with Ultra showing a 34.1 FPS difference and High showing a 38 FPS difference.

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates exceptional capability, with the Low preset averaging 244.5 FPS. The Medium preset reaches 173 FPS, High settings achieve 152.6 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a 133.7 FPS average. The scaling from 1440p to 1080p shows a 28.5 FPS increase at Ultra settings, a 38 FPS increase at High, and a 60.8 FPS increase at Low. This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU remains the primary performance driver across all tested configurations, with the CPU providing ample support at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest.

FAQ

Q: Can this configuration run Control at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average FPS of 71.1 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p for maximum visual quality?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 achieves 105.2 FPS, making it the best visual option while still maintaining a high frame rate.

Q: How much performance is gained by lowering resolution from 4K to 1440p?

A: At Ultra settings, the frame rate increases from 71.1 FPS at 3840x2160 to 105.2 FPS at 2560x1440, a 34.1 FPS improvement.

Q: Is the Low preset at 1080p suitable for competitive play?

A: With an average of 244.5 FPS, the Low preset at 1920x1080 provides exceptionally high frame rates suitable for high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: Which preset at 4K offers the best balance between visual quality and performance?

A: The Medium preset at 3840x2160 delivers 89.5 FPS, offering a 18.4 FPS advantage over Ultra while maintaining higher visual fidelity than Low.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at all tested resolutions?

A: Yes, all twelve measured combinations — four presets across three resolutions — exceed the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest result being 71.1 FPS at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 301st out of 3,720 tested combos for Control, placing it in the top 8.1% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the strong synergy between the CPU and GPU, with the RTX 4080 SUPER providing the bulk of the graphics horsepower while the i5-13400F ensures no bottlenecking occurs at lower resolutions. The percentile positioning suggests that while there are more powerful combinations available, this system sits well above the median performer and is competitive with many higher-priced alternatives.

The rank is particularly notable given the CPU's mid-range positioning, with its 77th percentile score among all CPUs, and the GPU's high-end positioning, with its 86th percentile score among all GPUs. The combination's in-game rank of 301 out of 3,720 is better than what either component's individual percentile might suggest, indicating efficient utilization of both hardware resources. This rank demonstrates that the system is well-balanced for Control, with the GPU's strong raw performance complementing the CPU's capable multi-threaded throughput.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the Intel Core i5-13400F, the nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS with an average score of 25,284 (0% difference), the Intel Core 5 120 with 25,362 (-0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D with 25,365 (-0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H with 25,201 (0.4%). These processors would likely deliver nearly identical frame rates in Control, as their benchmark scores are within 0.4% of the i5-13400F's average of 25,292.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with an average score of 54,247 (-0.1%), the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X with 54,828 (-1.1%), the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB with 55,698 (-2.7%), and the AMD Radeon 8060S with 55,757 (-2.8%). The RTX 4080 is the closest match, with a negligible 0.1% performance difference, meaning users could expect virtually identical FPS in Control. The other alternatives show slightly higher synthetic scores but within a 2.8% margin, which would translate to minor real-world differences of only a few frames per second.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions clearly indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor in Control for this configuration. When moving from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS at Ultra settings decreases from 133.7 to 105.2, a 28.5 FPS drop. The transition from 1440p to 4K shows a further decline to 71.1 FPS, another 34.1 FPS reduction. This pattern is consistent across all presets, with the Low setting showing the largest absolute drops (60.8 FPS from 1080p to 1440p, and 57.3 FPS from 1440p to 4K), which is expected as the GPU becomes more heavily loaded at higher resolutions.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings where frame rates are highest. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 244.5 FPS, and the fact that this is only 60.8 FPS higher than the 1440p Low result (183.7 FPS) suggests that the i5-13400F is still capable of feeding the GPU effectively at these frame rates. The scaling between presets at a fixed resolution also highlights the GPU's importance: at 4K, moving from Low to Ultra reduces performance by 55.3 FPS (126.4 to 71.1), while at 1080p, the same preset change results in a 110.8 FPS reduction (244.5 to 133.7). This demonstrates that the GPU's workload scales dramatically with both resolution and preset, while the CPU maintains consistent support throughout.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Control with outstanding performance at every resolution and preset combination tested. At 3840x2160, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at 71.1 FPS average. This means 4K gamers can enjoy the game at maximum visual quality while staying 11.1 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system offers exceptional performance with all presets playable, and Ultra settings achieve 105.2 FPS. This resolution provides a substantial buffer for demanding scenes and is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The 1920x1080 results are equally impressive, with Ultra settings delivering 133.7 FPS and Low settings reaching 244.5 FPS, making this configuration suitable for 144Hz or even 240Hz displays at lower presets. Across all twelve tested scenarios, the lowest average frame rate recorded is 71.1 FPS, confirming that this combination never falls below the playable 60 FPS threshold, regardless of how users configure the game.