Control

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 is a top-tier combination for running Control, ranking 1st out of 3,720 tested hardware combos in this game. While the database does not include directly measured frame rates for this specific pairing, the synthetic benchmark data for both components—combined with their high percentile rankings—indicates this system is exceptionally well-suited to handle the game’s demands. The CPU sits in the 83rd percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands in the 69th percentile among all graphics cards, placing this combo firmly in elite territory for gaming performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU-GPU combination in Control. The `measuredFps` field is empty, and the `verdictByResolution` object contains no entries. Consequently, there are no exact average, minimum, or maximum frame rate figures to report at any resolution or settings preset. This absence of measured data means the analysis must rely on the synthetic benchmark scores and relative performance indicators provided.

The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,645 and single-core score of 3,055 indicate strong processing power that should not bottleneck the GPU. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 25,381 places it well above average, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,290 suggests robust DirectX 12 performance, which is relevant given Control’s use of modern rendering features. With a playable threshold of 60 FPS defined, the hardware’s raw capability—16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 644.6 GB/s bandwidth—provides ample headroom for high-resolution textures and effects.

Without measured FPS, benchmark data cannot confirm exact performance at 1080p, 1440p, or 4K. However, the GPU’s FP32 compute of 36.13 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s are figures that typically correlate with high frame rates in demanding titles. The CPU’s 10 cores and 16 threads, boosting up to 4.70 GHz, exceed the requirements for maintaining stable frame pacing. The data suggests this combo would likely exceed 60 FPS at most settings, but exact numbers cannot be stated per the available information.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the `nearestRivals` data, the Intel Core i5-14400F has several close performance counterparts. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32,233, which is only 0.1% lower than the i5-14400F’s average benchmark score of 32,279. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32,226, a 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32,354, which is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32,121, a 0.5% gap. These four CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Control, meaning a system built with any of them alongside the RX 9070 would behave similarly in terms of frame rates and responsiveness.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show a tighter grouping. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z scores 23,736, which is 0.6% higher than the RX 9070’s average score of 23,877. The AMD Radeon RX 6800S scores 24,063, 0.8% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile scores 23,628, 1.1% lower, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER scores 24,170, 1.2% higher. These deltas are all within a 1.2% band, meaning the RX 9070 and these four GPUs would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Control. A user with any of these GPU alternatives paired with the i5-14400F would experience essentially the same performance level.

The data indicates that the CPU’s closest rival, the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, offers a 0.1% performance delta, which is negligible in real-world gaming. Similarly, the GPU’s closest rival, the GTX TITAN Z, sits 0.6% higher, a margin unlikely to be perceptible. For gaming purposes, all these combinations fall into the same performance tier, making them interchangeable for achieving similar results in Control.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s average benchmark score and how does it rank globally?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32,279, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs tested. This indicates it outperforms the majority of processors available.

Q: What is the GPU’s average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 has an average benchmark score of 23,877, placing it in the 69th percentile among all GPUs. This shows it is above average but not at the very top of the performance spectrum.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U?

A: The Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32,233, which is 0.1% lower than the i5-14400F’s 32,279. This difference is negligible, meaning the two CPUs offer statistically identical performance.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 2080 SUPER scores 24,170, which is 1.2% higher than the RX 9070’s 23,877. This is a small margin, so the two GPUs would perform nearly the same in Control.

Q: What is the playable FPS threshold defined for this game?

A: The playable threshold is set at 60 FPS. This is the benchmark standard used to determine whether a hardware combination can smoothly run the game.

Q: Are there any measured FPS figures available for this combo?

A: No, the database contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU-GPU pairing in Control. The `measuredFps` array is empty, so exact frame rates cannot be reported.

The Verdict

Based on the available synthetic benchmark data, the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination is positioned to run Control exceptionally well, but the verdict by resolution cannot be explicitly stated because the `verdictByResolution` field is empty. The hardware’s specifications—such as the CPU’s 20 MB of shared L3 cache and the GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR6 memory—are indicative of a system built for high-performance gaming. The GPU’s 128 ROPs and 224 TMUs provide substantial fill-rate capabilities, which are critical for rendering complex scenes at high resolutions.

The data shows the combo ranks 1st out of 3,720 tested combinations, which strongly suggests it clears the 60 FPS threshold at 1080p and 1440p with high settings. At 4K, the GPU’s 644.6 GB/s memory bandwidth and 36.13 TFLOPS of FP32 compute should still deliver playable frame rates, but without measured data, this remains an inference rather than a confirmed result. The CPU’s single-thread performance, reflected in its 3,055 Cinebench R23 single-core score, is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios.

Given the lack of measured FPS, the data cannot definitively state which presets clear 60 FPS. However, the hardware’s performance percentile rankings and top-tier combo rank indicate that this system is among the best available for Control. Users can expect smooth gameplay at standard resolutions, but the exact FPS figures are not available in the FACT PACK to confirm specific settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

Without measured FPS data, the database cannot provide exact settings that stay at or above 60 FPS for each resolution. The `verdictByResolution` field is empty, and there are no measured FPS numbers to calculate the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS. Therefore, no specific settings recommendations can be made with numerical backing.

The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 25,381 and the CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 25,470 suggest the system has ample headroom for high settings at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU’s 56 ray tracing cores also indicate support for Control’s ray-traced reflections and shadows, though enabling these features would reduce frame rates. Without measured data, any recommendation would be speculative.

The data implies that at 1080p, the system could likely handle the "High" or "Ultra" preset while exceeding 60 FPS, given the GPU’s performance metrics. At 1440p, a "High" preset with some adjustments might maintain 60 FPS, but this cannot be confirmed. At 4K, the system might require lower settings to stay above 60 FPS, but again, exact numbers are absent. The lack of measured FPS prevents a definitive answer, so users should rely on in-game benchmarking tools to find optimal settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination ranks 1st out of 3,720 tested hardware combos in Control. This is the top position, indicating that no other tested CPU-GPU pairing in the database outperforms this one for this specific game. The rank is based on the combined synthetic benchmark scores of both components, weighted for gaming performance.

This top ranking is consistent with the individual component scores. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking and the GPU’s 69th percentile ranking combine to form a system that is greater than the sum of its parts, likely due to balanced performance that avoids bottlenecks. The nearest CPU rival, the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, is only 0.1% slower, and the nearest GPU rival, the GTX TITAN Z, is 0.6% faster, yet the overall combo still achieves the top spot.

The data shows that this pairing is the best available option among the 3,720 combos tested. Users with this setup can be confident they have the highest-performing configuration for Control according to the database. The 1st-place rank reinforces the notion that this system will deliver excellent frame rates, even though exact FPS figures are not provided. For anyone seeking the definitive hardware combination for this title, the i5-14400F plus RX 9070 is the top choice according to the benchmark data.