Control

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers a decisively playable experience in Control across every resolution and preset tested, with the data showing no configuration falling below the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 4K, the combo maintains an average of 62.6 FPS on Ultra settings, while dropping to Low settings pushes the average to 113.6 FPS. The 1440p results are even stronger, with Ultra averaging 94.2 FPS and Low reaching 171.1 FPS, while 1080p performance ranges from a 123.1 FPS average at Ultra to a 223.8 FPS average at Low. This hardware combination consistently outpaces the demands of the 2019 action-adventure title, making it a robust choice for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower resolutions and for 60 FPS locked gameplay at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 Ti and Core i5-14400F combination shows a clear scaling pattern across presets. High settings produce an average of 72.3 FPS, while Medium settings yield 83.6 FPS, and Low settings jump to 113.6 FPS. Ultra settings, the most demanding preset, still clear the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 62.6 FPS. The gap between Ultra and Low at 4K is substantial — approximately 81% faster at Low — which indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution, as reducing graphical load directly translates to significant frame rate gains.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance envelope expands considerably. High settings average 109 FPS, Medium reaches 124.7 FPS, and Low peaks at 171.1 FPS. Ultra settings deliver a 94.2 FPS average, which is more than 50% higher than the 4K Ultra result. The scaling from 4K to 1440p at Ultra settings represents a 50.5% improvement in average frame rate, demonstrating how resolution reduction relieves pressure on the GPU. At 1440p, even the heaviest preset leaves ample headroom for 60 FPS gaming, with the lowest average still 57% above the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the combination becomes exceptionally fast. High settings average 142 FPS, Medium hits 159.9 FPS, and Low reaches 223.8 FPS. Ultra settings produce a 123.1 FPS average, which is nearly double the 4K Ultra result. The 1080p results show diminishing returns when moving from Medium to Low — a 40% improvement — compared to the jump from Ultra to Medium, which yields a 29.9% increase. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU begins to play a more significant role, as the GPU has enough headroom that further graphical reductions yield smaller relative gains.

The data shows no min or max FPS values recorded, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. Across all twelve measured configurations, the lowest average is 62.6 FPS at 4K Ultra, and the highest is 223.8 FPS at 1080p Low. Every single configuration clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, making this a uniformly smooth experience in Control regardless of how the user prioritizes visual quality versus raw frame rate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU benchmarks, the Core i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals show extremely tight clustering. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233, just 0.1% lower. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, also 0.2% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, which is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121, 0.5% lower. These deltas are negligible — all four alternatives would deliver virtually identical CPU-bound performance in Control, meaning the choice between them would not meaningfully alter frame rates in GPU-bound scenarios.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 44795, sitting in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which scores 45152 (0.8% higher), and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT, scoring 45384 (1.3% higher). On the lower side, the NVIDIA RTX A6000 scores 44075 (1.6% lower), and the Intel Arc A730M scores 45592 (1.7% higher). Interestingly, the Arc A730M posts the highest raw score among these rivals, though the delta is under 2% in all cases. For Control specifically, any of these GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates, with differences well within measurement noise.

When considering the combined system, the CPU and GPU alternatives suggest that swapping the Core i5-14400F for any of its nearest rivals would have minimal impact on Control’s performance. Similarly, replacing the RTX 4070 Ti with the RTX 5090 Mobile or RTX A6000 would yield scores within 2% of each other. The practical takeaway is that this performance tier is well-populated, and users with any of these nearby components can expect similar gameplay experiences in Control.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions. At 3840x2160, the frame rate scales dramatically with preset changes: from 62.6 FPS at Ultra to 113.6 FPS at Low, a 81.5% improvement. This steep scaling curve indicates that the GPU is the dominant constraint at 4K, as reducing graphical load directly frees up GPU resources and translates into large frame rate gains. The CPU has ample headroom at this resolution, and its role is secondary.

At 2560x1440, the scaling pattern remains similar but slightly compressed. Ultra averages 94.2 FPS, while Low reaches 171.1 FPS, an 81.6% improvement — nearly identical to the 4K scaling. This consistency suggests that the GPU continues to be the primary limiter at 1440p, with the CPU still not becoming a bottleneck. The absolute frame rates are higher across the board, confirming that resolution reduction benefits performance without shifting the bottleneck to the processor.

At 1920x1080, the scaling between Ultra and Low is 81.8% (from 123.1 to 223.8 FPS), which is again similar to the higher resolutions. However, the absolute numbers are high enough that CPU limitations start to emerge. The jump from Medium (159.9 FPS) to Low (223.8 FPS) represents a 40% gain, while the jump from Ultra (123.1) to Medium (159.9) is 29.9%. This non-linear scaling hints that at 1080p Low, the CPU may be approaching its limit, as the GPU has enough headroom that further reductions yield smaller relative gains than at higher resolutions.

The verdict data reinforces this interpretation. At 4K, the best settings are Ultra with 62.6 FPS average, which is the minimum playable configuration. At 1440p, Ultra delivers 94.2 FPS, and at 1080p, Ultra reaches 123.1 FPS. The consistent pattern across resolutions — where Ultra remains playable everywhere and Low always roughly doubles the Ultra frame rate — indicates that the GPU is the principal performance driver in Control for this combo. The CPU’s role becomes marginally more relevant at 1080p, but it never becomes the limiting factor, as even the most demanding CPU scenario (1080p Low) still produces 223.8 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Core i5-14400F and RTX 4070 Ti ranks 525th out of 3720 tested combos in Control, placing it in the top 14.1% of all systems evaluated. This is a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU, reflecting the game’s relatively modest system requirements for a 2019 title. The rank suggests that the GPU’s 84th percentile performance and the CPU’s 83rd percentile performance combine effectively, with neither component dragging the other down significantly.

Given that the data shows all 12 measured configurations clearing the 60 FPS threshold, the combo’s rank is likely influenced by higher-end systems that push even higher frame rates at 1080p or achieve better 4K Ultra performance. The 525th position out of 3720 indicates that while this combo is solidly above average, there is a meaningful population of faster systems — likely those with top-tier GPUs like the RTX 4090 or RX 7900 XTX — that achieve higher averages at Ultra settings. However, for Control specifically, the practical difference between rank 525 and rank 100 is unlikely to be perceptible, as all of these systems exceed 60 FPS at every resolution.

The percentile figures for the individual components — 83rd for CPU and 84th for GPU — align closely with the combo’s overall rank. This consistency suggests that Control scales predictably with hardware performance, and users seeking a better rank would need to upgrade both components in tandem rather than relying on a single bottlenecked upgrade.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Control at playable frame rates across every resolution and preset tested. The verdict data confirms that all three resolutions — 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080 — have playable settings that include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra. The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and every configuration exceeds it.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 62.6 FPS. This is just barely above the 60 FPS threshold, so users who want a safety margin might prefer High at 72.3 FPS or Medium at 83.6 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra delivers 94.2 FPS, providing a comfortable buffer above 60 FPS and making it the recommended choice for most users. At 1920x1080, Ultra reaches 123.1 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold and ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

For users targeting 60 FPS locked gameplay, the data shows that 4K Ultra is the only configuration that sits close to the threshold, with just 2.6 FPS of headroom. All other settings at all resolutions offer at least 34 FPS of headroom above 60 FPS. The strongest recommendation based on the data is to run Control at 1440p Ultra or 1080p Ultra for the best balance of visual quality and frame rate stability, while 4K Ultra is viable but with less margin.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for Control at 4K with this combo?

A: The verdict data lists Ultra as the best settings at 3840x2160, achieving an average of 62.6 FPS. This clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, though High at 72.3 FPS provides more headroom.

Q: How much faster is 1080p compared to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average frame rate is 123.1 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it is 62.6 FPS. This represents a 96.6% improvement when dropping from 4K to 1080p.

Q: Does this combo ever drop below 60 FPS in Control?

A: No. All twelve measured configurations — four settings across three resolutions — have average frame rates above 60 FPS. The lowest average is 62.6 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: Which component is more important for Control at 1440p?

A: The GPU is the primary factor. The scaling from Ultra (94.2 FPS) to Low (171.1 FPS) at 1440p shows an 81.6% improvement, indicating that graphical loads drive performance. The CPU stays in a supporting role.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other systems tested in Control?

A: It ranks 525th out of 3720 tested combos, placing it in the top 14.1% of all systems. Both the CPU and GPU sit in the 83rd and 84th percentiles, respectively.

Q: Can this system run Control at 4K with ray tracing enabled?

A: The measured FPS data does not include any ray tracing configurations. All recorded results are for standard High, Low, Medium, and Ultra presets without ray tracing, so the data cannot confirm ray tracing performance.