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Average FPS: resolution vs quality settings
| Ultra | High | Medium | Low | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K Ultra HD | 41 | 48 | 54 | 76 |
| 1440p QHD | 61 | 71 | 80 | 112 |
| 1080p Full HD | 81 | 93 | 105 | 148 |
Cell color: green is 120+ FPS, teal is 60+, amber is 30+, red is below 30. Cards marked Estimated above have no measured row and are scaled from your GPU benchmark percentile.
Performance Analysis: Control on Your System
The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 is a capable combination for Control, but its performance ceiling is heavily tied to resolution. At 1080p and 1440p, this system delivers a fully playable experience at the highest settings, while 4K requires a significant reduction in visual fidelity to stay smooth. The data shows a clear pattern: this combo is best suited for high-refresh 1080p or solid 60 FPS 1440p gaming, with 4K being a compromise.
FAQ
Q: What is the best preset for 1080p gaming with this combo?
A: The Ultra preset is fully playable at 1920x1080, delivering an average of 81 FPS. This is the most demanding preset tested and it clears the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin.
Q: Can this system handle 1440p at maximum settings?
A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset maintains an average of 61 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The High preset offers more headroom at 71 FPS average.
Q: Is 4K gaming possible with the Intel Core i7-12700KF and RX 7700?
A: Yes, but only at the Low preset, which produces an average of 76 FPS at 3840x2160. The Medium preset drops to 54 FPS average, falling below the playable threshold.
Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?
A: The Intel Core i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35365. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700T, scores 35403, which is a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, a 0.2% difference.
Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest rivals?
A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 has an average benchmark score of 15852. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862, a 0.1% difference, while the AMD Radeon RX 9060 scores 16014, a 1% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, a 1.7% difference.
*Q: What is the ranking of this specific CPU and GPU combination for Control?*
A: This combo ranks 1756 out of 3720 tested combinations for this game. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating a solid mid-range performance tier.
How This Combo Ranks
The Intel Core i7-12700KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination ranks 1756th out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This position, within the top half of all configurations, suggests the pairing is well-balanced for this title. The data indicates that while the system is not at the extreme high-end, it is far from a low performer.
This ranking is supported by the measured FPS data. The system achieves playable frame rates at the highest settings on both 1080p and 1440p resolutions, which is a significant accomplishment. The ranking reflects a system that can handle the game's demands without major compromises at these common resolutions. The 4K results, where only the Low preset is playable, pull the overall rank down, preventing it from being a top-tier performer.
CPU and GPU Roles
The performance scaling across resolutions reveals the distinct roles of the CPU and GPU in Control. At 1920x1080, the GPU is not the primary bottleneck. The difference between Low (148 FPS) and Ultra (81 FPS) settings is significant, showing that the GPU is still being exercised by the graphical load. However, the CPU's strength is evident in the high frame rates, allowing the GPU to push well past 100 FPS on lower presets.
As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more dominant role. The Ultra preset drops to 61 FPS, a 20 FPS decrease from the 1080p Ultra result. This indicates the GPU is working harder to fill the additional pixels, and the CPU's headroom is less relevant. The gap between Low (112 FPS) and Ultra (61 FPS) narrows in relative terms, but the absolute drop in FPS shows the GPU is becoming the limiting factor.
At 3840x2160, the GPU is unquestionably the limiting component. The Ultra preset yields only 41 FPS, and the Medium preset falls to 54 FPS. The only playable option is the Low preset, which achieves 76 FPS. This dramatic drop-off highlights that the RX 7700 is not powerful enough for high-fidelity 4K in this game, regardless of the CPU's capabilities. The CPU is not the constraint at 4K; the GPU's pixel-pushing power is.
Similar Performance Alternatives
Based on the average benchmark scores, several CPUs and GPUs will perform nearly identically to the components in this system. For the Intel Core i7-12700KF, the closest alternatives are the Intel Core i7-13700T, with a score difference of only -0.1%, and the Intel Core i5-13600T, which is 0.2% faster. The Intel Core i7-12700K is also a near-perfect match, with a 0.2% difference in score.
On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 7700's nearest rivals offer a similar performance envelope. The AMD Radeon R9 370X has a negligible -0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 1% faster, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is 1.1% slower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the closest NVIDIA option, being 1.7% faster than the RX 7700.
For Control, this means that swapping the i7-12700KF for an i7-13700T or an i5-13600T would produce virtually the same frame rates. Similarly, using an RTX 3060 Ti or an RX 9060 instead of the RX 7700 would result in only a few FPS difference, well within the margin of error for most benchmarking. These alternative components are the ones to consider if the exact models in this combo are unavailable.
Best Settings per Resolution
The measured FPS data provides a clear guide for the optimal settings at each resolution.
At 1920x1080, the game is highly playable at the Ultra preset, which delivers an average of 81 FPS. This is the most demanding setting and it still clears the 60 FPS threshold, making it the best choice for a full visual experience.
At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, with an average of 61 FPS. This is a marginal pass over the playability threshold. For a more comfortable margin, the High preset averages 71 FPS, but Ultra is technically playable.
At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The only preset that meets the 60 FPS playability criteria is Low, which produces an average of 76 FPS. All other presets, including Medium, fall below the threshold.
The Verdict
This PC can run Control successfully, but the experience varies significantly by resolution. The verdict by resolution shows that the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at multiple settings for 1080p and 1440p.
For 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with the Ultra preset achieving an average of 81 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for this combo, offering high frame rates with maximum visual quality. For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also playable, with an average of 61 FPS, making it a viable option for gamers with 1440p monitors.
The 3840x2160 resolution is the weak point. The system can only run the game at the Low preset, with an average of 76 FPS, to stay at or above 60 FPS. While this is technically playable, it requires a significant downgrade in visual fidelity. The data clearly shows that this combination is not suited for high-quality 4K gaming in Control. Users targeting 4K should consider a more powerful GPU. This combo is best described as an excellent 1080p and good 1440p performer, with limited 4K capability.