Control

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a highly capable Control experience, with the data showing that this combo ranks in the 55th percentile of tested configurations for this title. Benchmark results indicate that the system comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold at 1080p and 1440p across all presets, while 4K gaming is limited to Low settings for a locked 60 FPS experience. This combination leverages a strong 12th Gen Alder Lake CPU and a modern Blackwell GPU to handle the game's action-adventure demands with consistent frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this PC in Control?

A: According to the measured data, the best experience is at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, where the combo achieves an average of 82 FPS. For 2560x1440, Ultra settings also clear the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 62 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Control?

A: At 3840x2160, only Low settings are playable, yielding an average of 76 FPS. Medium settings drop to 54 FPS average, and High and Ultra average 48 FPS and 42 FPS respectively, all below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU benchmark compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600T, scores 35305, which is only 0.1% higher. The Core i7-12700KF and Core i7-13700T are also within a 0.3% margin.

Q: What is the performance delta between the GPU and its closest competitor?

A: The RTX 5060's average score is 26331. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is 1.2% faster with a score of 26011, while the AMD Radeon 860M is 0.3% slower with a score of 26401.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces an average of 113 FPS, while the Ultra preset produces an average of 62 FPS. This represents a significant 51 FPS drop for higher visual fidelity.

Q: Is the frame rate stable at 1080p Medium settings?

A: Yes, the data shows a relatively tight range. The average is 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS, indicating good frame pacing.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 achieves a rank of 1665 out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places the system in the upper-middle tier of all configurations tested for this specific game, meaning it outperforms roughly 55% of all other CPU-GPU pairings in the database. The ranking reflects a balance between the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance and the GPU's modern architecture. The i7-12700K sits in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, and the RTX 5060 is in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, but their combined performance in Control is modulated by the game's engine and specific demands. The data shows that this is a competent pairing, though not a top-tier one, and it is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than maximum-fidelity 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system is more than capable. The Low preset delivers an average of 149 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS. High settings produce an average of 94 FPS, while the demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 82 FPS. All settings at 1080p are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 113 FPS. Medium settings average 80 FPS, with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS. The High preset averages 71 FPS. Ultra settings are still playable, with an average of 62 FPS, just clearing the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. The Low preset is the only playable option, with an average of 76 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 62. High settings average 48 FPS, and Ultra settings average 42 FPS. None of these lower resolutions meet the 60 FPS playable standard except for Low.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU, several other hardware combinations would likely produce similar frame rates in Control. The CPU's closest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600T, has an average benchmark score within 0.1% of the i7-12700K. Similarly, the Core i7-12700KF and Core i7-13700T are also within 0.3% and 0.4% performance deltas, respectively. Swapping the i7-12700K for any of these processors would yield nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Control.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is a close match, being only 1.2% faster in average benchmark score. The AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 are also near the RTX 5060, with scores just 0.3% lower. Therefore, a system pairing the i7-12700K with an RX 6750 XT would behave almost identically to the tested configuration. Similarly, using a Core i5-13600T with the RTX 5060 would produce frame rates within a rounding error of the measured results. For users looking for comparable performance, these alternative pairings represent the closest available matches in the database.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU each influence performance in Control at different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is heavily GPU-limited, as evidenced by the scaling between presets. The jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p reduces the average frame rate from 149 FPS to 82 FPS, a 45% decrease that is almost entirely driven by the GPU's rendering load. The CPU, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, is more than sufficient to feed the GPU at these frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The frame rate drop from Low to Ultra is still significant (113 FPS to 62 FPS), but the overall average is lower, indicating a growing GPU bottleneck. The CPU's role remains secondary, as even at the highest preset, the system is able to maintain an average above 60 FPS, suggesting the processor is not holding back performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is the definitive limiting factor. The pixel throughput required at 4K overwhelms the RTX 5060, and the frame rates across all settings are modest. The CPU's performance becomes largely irrelevant at this resolution, as the GPU is unable to keep up with the rendering demands. The data shows that the i7-12700K provides ample headroom, while the RTX 5060 dictates the playability ceiling, especially as resolution increases.

The Verdict

This PC can successfully run Control, but the level of visual fidelity depends heavily on the target resolution. For 1920x1080 gaming, the system is exceptionally strong. It clears the 60 FPS threshold on all presets, with the best playable experience being Ultra settings at an average of 82 FPS. For 2560x1440, the system also delivers a fully playable experience across all settings. The Ultra preset is the best option, averaging 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the system is only playable on Low settings, achieving an average of 76 FPS. While this is above 60 FPS, the visual compromise is significant. Users prioritizing resolution over detail should stick to 1440p Ultra, while those with 4K displays will need to accept Low presets for a smooth frame rate.