Control

Control is a demanding action-adventure title, and the Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a mixed bag depending on your target resolution. The data shows a clear pattern: this combination is comfortable at 1080p, acceptable at 1440p with reduced settings, and not viable at 4K. The benchmark results indicate that while the CPU has ample headroom, the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution scales, pushing the system below the 60 FPS playable threshold in most scenarios.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 63 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this resolution, allowing you to enjoy the game’s atmospheric lighting and physics without sacrificing fluidity. Pushing to Ultra drops the average to 55 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS target, while Medium and Low run faster but at reduced visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the only preset that clears the 60 FPS bar is Low, delivering an average of 76 FPS. This makes 1440p playable only if you are willing to significantly lower graphical quality. The High preset drops to 48 FPS, and Medium sits at 54 FPS, both below the playable threshold, meaning you cannot have both high detail and smooth frame rates at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves 60 FPS. The best result is Low at 51 FPS, which is still below the playable mark. High, Medium, and Ultra produce averages of 32, 36, and 28 FPS respectively, making 4K effectively unplayable on this hardware configuration. The data clearly indicates that 4K is out of reach for this combo.

CPU and GPU Roles

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a powerful processor, ranking in the 84th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 35287. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-13600T and Intel Core i7-12700KF, show nearly identical performance with deltaPct values of -0.1% and -0.2%, respectively. This means the CPU is not the bottleneck in Control; it provides more than enough processing power for the game’s logic and physics.

The Intel Arc B570, by contrast, ranks in the 65th percentile among GPUs with an average score of 20556. Its performance is closely matched by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (0.1% delta) and the Intel Arc A750 (-0.1% delta), indicating it is a mid-range graphics card. The GPU is clearly the limiting factor here, especially at higher resolutions.

The scaling between resolutions and presets confirms this. At 1080p, dropping from High to Low increases the average FPS from 63 to 101, a 60% jump. At 1440p, the same preset change goes from 48 to 76 FPS, a 58% increase. At 4K, it goes from 32 to 51 FPS, a 59% increase. This consistent ~60% uplift from High to Low across all resolutions shows that the GPU is handling the bulk of the rendering load. Meanwhile, the CPU’s high single-thread score (4013 in Passmark) and strong multi-thread performance (34404) suggest it can feed the GPU without issue, but the GPU’s raw throughput is what caps the frame rate.

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High settings is a drop from 63 to 48 FPS, a 24% reduction. From 1440p to 4K at High, it drops from 48 to 32 FPS, a 33% reduction. This non-linear scaling points to the GPU running out of memory bandwidth or shader throughput as pixel count grows. The Arc B570’s 10 GB GDDR6 memory with 380.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p, but at 4K, the 160-bit bus becomes a constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across all settings. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: Average 101 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Medium: Average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 61 and maximum of 82.
• High: Average 63 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Ultra: Average 55 FPS (no min/max recorded).

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop noticeably:

• Low: Average 76 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Medium: Average 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62.
• High: Average 48 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Ultra: Average 42 FPS (no min/max recorded).

At 3840x2160, performance falls below playable levels:

• Low: Average 51 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Medium: Average 36 FPS, with a minimum of 31 and maximum of 42.
• High: Average 32 FPS (no min/max recorded).
• Ultra: Average 28 FPS (no min/max recorded).

The Medium preset at each resolution is the only one with complete min/max data. At 1080p, the minimum of 61 FPS shows the system can hold above 60 FPS even during demanding scenes. At 1440p, the minimum of 46 FPS indicates noticeable stutters, while at 4K, the minimum of 31 FPS confirms a poor experience. The lack of min/max data for other presets suggests they were either less variable or the data was not captured, but the averages paint a clear picture of diminishing returns at higher settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Control at 1080p with high settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, the High preset averages 63 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset also works at 71 FPS, while Ultra falls slightly short at 55 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p?

A: The only playable option at 2560x1440 is the Low preset, which averages 76 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS, with averages of 54, 48, and 42 FPS respectively.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with the Intel Arc B570 and Core i7-12700K?

A: No. At 3840x2160, even the Low preset only reaches 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra averages just 28 FPS, making 4K unplayable.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to other GPUs in this game?

A: The Intel Arc B570’s nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with a deltaPct of 0.1%, meaning they perform nearly identically. The Intel Arc A750 is also close at -0.1%, so you can expect similar frame rates from those cards.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The Core i7-12700K ranks in the 84th percentile among CPUs, while the Arc B570 ranks in the 65th percentile among GPUs. The consistent FPS drops when increasing resolution or settings indicate the graphics card cannot keep up with the CPU’s output.

Q: What is the performance ranking of this combo among all tested systems?

A: This combination ranks 2995 out of 3720 tested combos for Control, placing it in the lower half of all possible hardware pairings. This reflects the GPU’s mid-range standing rather than any CPU deficiency.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i7-12700K has nearest rivals that would behave almost identically in Control. The Intel Core i5-13600T has an average score of 35305, just 0.1% lower, meaning it would deliver essentially the same frame rates. The Intel Core i7-12700KF is 0.2% lower at 35365, and the Intel Core i7-13700T is 0.3% lower. These processors would not change the gaming experience, as the GPU remains the bottleneck.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc B570 is closely matched by several alternatives. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, just 0.1% higher, so it would provide nearly identical performance. The Intel Arc A750 scores 20582, 0.1% lower, and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662, 0.5% higher. These cards would all produce similar FPS numbers in Control, meaning you would see the same 1080p High 63 FPS result and the same 4K limitations.

If you were to swap in a stronger GPU, the CPU would have plenty of headroom to push higher frame rates, but as configured, the system’s performance is firmly tied to the Arc B570’s capabilities. The data shows that for this game, the GPU choice matters far more than the CPU.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Control? The answer depends entirely on your resolution target. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with the High preset (63 FPS) and even Medium (71 FPS), making it a solid choice for 1080p gaming. You can enjoy the game at good visual quality without worrying about frame drops.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is more qualified. The only playable setting is Low, which achieves 76 FPS, but you must sacrifice most graphical features. The High preset at 48 FPS and Medium at 54 FPS are not suitable for a smooth experience. If you are willing to play at low detail, 1440p is viable, but it is not an ideal configuration.

At 3840x2160, the system fails to reach 60 FPS at any setting. The best case is Low at 51 FPS, and Ultra drops to 28 FPS. This hardware is not capable of 4K gaming in Control. Overall, the Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Arc B570 provide a playable experience only at 1080p with high settings, with limited 1440p options and no 4K support. The data is clear: this is a 1080p machine for this game.