Control

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is an exceptionally strong combination for running Control, delivering playable frame rates at every resolution and preset tested. The data shows this system clears the 60 FPS threshold even at 4K Ultra settings, with substantial headroom at lower resolutions, making it a top-tier choice for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database places the Intel Core i7-12700K in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35287. Its nearest rivals in terms of aggregate performance are remarkably close, indicating that users with any of these processors would experience nearly identical CPU-bound behavior in Control. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, a negligible delta of -0.1% versus the i7-12700K. The Intel Core i7-12700KF posts 35365, also -0.1% from the base i7-12700K, which makes sense given it is the same silicon without integrated graphics. The Intel Core i7-13700T reaches 35403, a -0.2% difference, while the Intel Core 5 213PE achieves 35428, a -0.3% delta. These sub-half-percent differences mean that in a game like Control, which relies on a mix of single-thread and multi-thread performance, swapping between these CPUs would yield virtually indistinguishable frame rates. For instance, the i7-12700K’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19784 and single-core score of 1850.5 are representative of this performance tier, and none of the rivals deviate enough to alter the GPU-bound outcomes at higher resolutions.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER sits in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 43223. Its nearest rivals are equally tightly clustered. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB scores 43262, a -0.1% delta, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile matches with 43268, also -0.1%. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (non-24GB variant) scores 43301, a -0.2% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile, despite being a mobile part, scores 43667, which is only -1% higher than the RTX 4070 SUPER. For Control specifically, this means a desktop RTX 4070 SUPER performs within a few percent of a mobile RTX 4090, and the Quadro variants would deliver similar frame rates, though they lack the gaming-oriented drivers and features. The measured FPS data for the RTX 4070 SUPER shows that at 1080p High settings it achieves 136.2 FPS, while at 4K High it drops to 71.7 FPS, illustrating that the GPU is the primary scaling factor across resolutions. Users with any of these rival GPUs should expect Control to run within a couple of frames of the numbers reported here.

CPU and GPU Roles

Analyzing the measured FPS across resolutions and presets reveals a clear pattern: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in Control, with the Intel Core i7-12700K providing ample headroom. The data shows that at 1920x1080 Low settings, the system produces 212.3 FPS, which drops to 165.2 FPS at 2560x1440 Low and further to 111 FPS at 3840x2160 Low. This represents a 47.7% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, a scaling that is almost entirely attributable to the GPU’s pixel and texture throughput. Similarly, at High settings, the system achieves 136.2 FPS at 1080p, 105.1 FPS at 1440p, and 71.7 FPS at 4K, a 47.4% drop from 1080p to 4K. These consistent percentage declines across settings strongly indicate that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution; if it were, the scaling would flatten at higher resolutions as the GPU becomes saturated.

The CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and lower presets. At 1080p Low, the frame rate of 212.3 FPS is so high that even a capable CPU like the i7-12700K may start to limit performance, but the data shows no such limitation because the 3dmark_16_threads score of 9276 and 3dmark_single_thread score of 1043 are strong. The i7-12700K’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz and 20 threads provide sufficient single-core and multi-core throughput for Control’s physics and AI systems. The benchmark results indicate that moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p only reduces FPS from 212.3 to 120.9, a 43% drop, while at 4K the same preset change reduces FPS from 111 to 60.7, a 45.3% drop. This near-identical percentage reduction across resolutions proves that the GPU is equally stressed by preset changes regardless of resolution, and the CPU maintains its performance headroom throughout. In practical terms, for Control, users should focus on GPU settings for frame rate tuning, as the i7-12700K will not become a limiting factor even at the highest frame rates recorded.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 617th out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places it in the top 16.6% of all systems tested for this game, a strong showing given the wide variety of hardware configurations included. The combo’s percentile ranking for the CPU (84th) and GPU (83rd) individually are both high, but the combination rank of 617 out of 3720 reflects that many other systems pair even higher-end components. The data shows that the RTX 4070 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 43223 is just slightly below the RTX 4090 Mobile’s 43667, yet the desktop card’s sustained performance in Control is excellent, as evidenced by the 120.9 FPS at 1080p Ultra.

To contextualize the rank, consider that the combo outperforms the vast majority of systems in the database, which includes many older or lower-tier configurations. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra of 60.7 FPS is exactly at the playable threshold, meaning this combo is in the upper echelon of systems that can run Control at maximum settings in 4K. The rank of 617 out of 3720 also suggests that while there are 616 combos with higher performance, most of those likely feature GPUs like the RTX 4090 or RTX 4080 SUPER, which are not in this data set’s rivals. For a mid-to-high-end desktop pairing, this rank represents excellent value in performance terms, though the data does not include pricing comparisons. The i7-12700K’s avgBenchmarkScore of 35287 and the RTX 4070 SUPER’s avgBenchmarkScore of 43223 combine to place this system well above the median, and the measured game FPS confirms this ranking is justified by real-world results.

The Verdict

The data is unequivocal: this PC can run Control at playable frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings. The verdict by resolution shows that at 3840x2160, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable. The best settings at 4K are Ultra, which delivers an average of 60.7 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is a remarkable result, as 4K Ultra is the most demanding configuration in this test. At 2560x1440, the system again achieves playable frame rates on all presets, with Ultra settings producing 86.5 FPS, providing comfortable headroom above the threshold. At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptional, with Ultra settings reaching 120.9 FPS, more than double the playable threshold.

For users seeking the highest visual fidelity, this system delivers at every resolution. The 4K Ultra result of 60.7 FPS is particularly notable because it shows the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for Control’s textures and effects at maximum settings. The GPU’s 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores also handle any ray tracing or DLSS features, though the data does not specify whether those were enabled. The i7-12700K’s role is supportive but essential, ensuring that frame rates do not dip below the CPU-bound threshold. The verdict is clear: at 1080p and 1440p, this combo offers substantial performance margins, and even at 4K, it maintains playability at the highest preset. There is no scenario in the data where this system fails to reach 60 FPS, making it a safe recommendation for Control at any resolution.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 60.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce 86.5 FPS, so all presets including Ultra are playable at this resolution.

Q: How much faster is this combo at 1080p compared to 4K on High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 High, the average FPS is 136.2, while at 3840x2160 High it is 71.7, meaning 1080p is approximately 90% faster.

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

A: The GPU is the dominant factor. Frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows consistent drops across all presets, indicating the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting component, while the i7-12700K provides sufficient headroom.

Q: Does the combo rank well compared to other tested systems?

A: Yes, it ranks 617th out of 3720 combos for Control, placing it in the top 16.6% of all tested configurations.

Q: What FPS can I expect at 1080p Low settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 Low is 212.3, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the data.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at each resolution is Ultra across the board, based on the measured data. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset delivers 60.7 FPS, which is the only setting at 4K that sits near the threshold, but it still clears it. High settings at 4K produce 71.7 FPS, Medium yields 79.9 FPS, and Low reaches 111 FPS, but since Ultra is playable, it is the recommended setting for maximum visual quality. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings achieve 86.5 FPS, with High at 105.1 FPS, Medium at 115.1 FPS, and Low at 165.2 FPS. The Ultra preset provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, so it is the best choice. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings reach 120.9 FPS, more than double the playable threshold. High settings at 1080p produce 136.2 FPS, Medium 151.4 FPS, and Low 212.3 FPS. For each resolution, Ultra is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, and the exact FPS values are 60.7 at 4K, 86.5 at 1440p, and 120.9 at 1080p. No other preset is needed to maintain playability, as even the maximum settings are playable at all resolutions tested.