Control

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a benchmark profile for Control that is defined by substantial headroom at every tested resolution. The measured data shows that the most demanding preset, Ultra, clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080, which indicates a combination that is never constrained by the game’s engine limits at standard settings. Across the full range of resolutions and presets, the average frame rates scale consistently with the expected load, from a peak of 214 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings down to 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, suggesting a balanced system where neither the CPU nor the GPU becomes a singular bottleneck in typical gameplay scenarios.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark data identifies the optimal preset for each resolution as the highest quality setting that maintains an average frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold. For this configuration, the answer is consistent across all three resolutions: Ultra settings are achievable without dropping below the target.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The Ultra preset runs at an average of 60 FPS, which exactly meets the playable threshold. This is the highest settings tier available, and the data confirms it is viable, though it leaves no margin for frame rate dips. For a more comfortable experience, the Medium preset provides 78 FPS average, with a minimum of 66 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS, which offers a buffer while staying visually demanding.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra settings produce an average of 89 FPS. This is a commanding result, showing that the combination has significant performance headroom at this resolution. The step down to High yields 102 FPS average, and Low reaches 162 FPS, but the Ultra preset is the clear choice for maximizing visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): The Ultra preset achieves an average of 118 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, making Ultra the definitive best setting for this resolution. Lower presets like High (135 FPS), Medium (152 FPS), and Low (214 FPS) offer higher refresh rates, but the data shows that Ultra is the most demanding option that remains fully playable.

The pattern is clear: this hardware combo is capable of running Control at maximum settings in all tested resolutions, with the 4K Ultra result acting as the only borderline case at exactly 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 639th out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places it in the top 17.2% of all systems tested for this game, which is a strong position given the breadth of hardware configurations in the database. The rank reflects the measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings, and the data shows that the combo performs in a tier that is dominated by high-end desktop components.

The ranking is supported by the individual component scores. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile compared to all tested processors, while the GPU is at the 83rd percentile against all tested graphics cards. These percentiles suggest that the system is well-balanced for gaming, as both components are in the upper tier of their respective categories. The combo rank of 639 is consistent with what one would expect from a pairing of a high-end 13th Gen Intel processor and a current-generation NVIDIA card, and the measured FPS data confirms that the system does not underperform relative to its component standings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for Control are presented across three resolutions and four settings tiers, with average FPS provided for all configurations and min/max values recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 214 FPS average. This is the highest frame rate recorded in the entire dataset, indicating that the game is heavily GPU-bound at lower settings, with the CPU providing more than enough throughput.
• Medium: 152 FPS average, with a minimum of 130 FPS and a maximum of 175 FPS. The variance here is modest, showing stable performance even during demanding scenes.
• High: 135 FPS average. The transition from Medium to High reduces performance by 17 FPS, which is a relatively small penalty for the visual upgrade.
• Ultra: 118 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset at 1080p, yet it still maintains a frame rate that is nearly double the 60 FPS playable threshold.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 162 FPS average. The drop from 1080p Low (214 FPS) to 1440p Low (162 FPS) represents a 24% reduction, which is consistent with the increased pixel count.
• Medium: 115 FPS average, with a minimum of 98 FPS and a maximum of 133 FPS. The minimum of 98 FPS ensures that even the most intense moments stay well above the playable threshold.
• High: 102 FPS average. This is a 13 FPS reduction from Medium, showing that the High preset imposes a measurable but not severe load.
• Ultra: 89 FPS average. The 1440p Ultra result is 29 FPS higher than the 4K Ultra result, demonstrating that the resolution scaling is smooth and predictable.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 110 FPS average. At 4K, even the Low preset benefits from the GPU’s capabilities, though it is notably lower than the 1440p Low score.
• Medium: 78 FPS average, with a minimum of 66 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS. The minimum of 66 FPS is above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the Medium preset is a safe choice for 4K gaming.
• High: 69 FPS average. This is the first configuration that approaches the playable threshold, with a 9 FPS margin above 60 FPS.
• Ultra: 60 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 4K lands exactly on the playable threshold, making it the most demanding configuration that this combo can run.

The data shows a consistent scaling pattern: moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by roughly 25-30% across presets, and moving from 1440p to 4K reduces performance by another 30-35%. The Medium preset at each resolution provides the most complete dataset with min/max values, and those numbers show that the 1% low frame rates never fall below 66 FPS, which is a strong indicator of smooth gameplay.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users looking at comparable hardware, the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a reference for what other components would deliver similar performance in this title.

The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, and its closest competitors in the database are:

• AMD Ryzen 9 5900: Average score of 46971, which is 0.2% higher than the i7-13700K.
• AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375: Average score of 47022, which is 0.3% higher.
• AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX: Average score of 46654, which is 0.5% lower.
• Intel Xeon w3-2535: Average score of 46653, which is 0.5% lower.

These four processors are within a 1% band of the i7-13700K’s score, meaning that in Control, any of these would produce nearly identical CPU-bound performance. The Ryzen 9 7845HX and Xeon w3-2535 are marginally slower, while the Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 are marginally faster, but the differences are negligible in practical gaming terms.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223, and its nearest rivals are:

• NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB: Average score of 43262, which is 0.1% higher.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile: Average score of 43268, which is 0.1% higher.
• NVIDIA Quadro M6000: Average score of 43301, which is 0.2% higher.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile: Average score of 43667, which is 1% higher.

The RTX 4070 SUPER is effectively tied with the Quadro M6000 variants and the RTX 5050 Mobile, with all four falling within a 1% performance delta. The RTX 4090 Mobile is the outlier at 1% faster, but this is still a very tight grouping. In the context of Control, any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within a few percent of the RTX 4070 SUPER, meaning that the measured FPS data for this combo would be closely mirrored by systems using these alternative components.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average of 60 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which exactly meets the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: What is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 214 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 102 FPS, with no minimum or maximum values recorded for this preset.

Q: Are there any settings where the frame rate drops below 60 FPS?

A: No. Across all resolutions and presets, the lowest recorded average is 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, and the lowest minimum value is 66 FPS at 4K Medium, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the rank of this combo among all tested systems for Control?

A: This combination ranks 639th out of 3720 tested combos for Control, placing it in the top 17.2% of all tested systems.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K scores 46881 on average, which is between 0.5% lower and 0.3% higher than its four nearest rivals, making it effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX, and Intel Xeon w3-2535.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are unambiguous: this PC can run Control at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that all settings tiers are playable at all three resolutions, with the best settings being the most demanding preset in each case.

• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset is playable at 60 FPS average. This is the boundary case, as it meets but does not exceed the 60 FPS threshold. For users who prefer a safety margin, the Medium preset at 78 FPS average (with a 66 FPS minimum) is a more robust choice, but the data confirms that Ultra is technically viable.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset runs at 89 FPS average, which is 29 FPS above the playable threshold. This is the sweet spot for this combo, as it delivers high visual quality with substantial performance headroom.
• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset achieves 118 FPS average, which is nearly double the 60 FPS target. This resolution offers the most comfortable margin, with even the most demanding settings leaving plenty of room for smooth gameplay.

The verdict is straightforward: the system is fully capable of running Control at maximum settings at 1080p and 1440p, and it can just barely sustain Ultra at 4K. The 4K Ultra result of exactly 60 FPS is a notable data point, as it shows that the hardware is at the limit of what the game demands at that resolution, but it does not fail the playable test.

CPU and GPU Roles

Examining the scaling across resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU workloads shift for this game. The data shows that Control becomes increasingly GPU-bound as resolution increases, which is typical for a visually demanding action-adventure title.

At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role. The frame rate at Low settings is 214 FPS, which is 96 FPS higher than the Ultra preset’s 118 FPS. This 96 FPS delta suggests that at lower settings, the GPU has spare capacity, and the CPU’s ability to feed frames becomes a limiting factor. The i7-13700K’s strong single-thread performance, as evidenced by its 3dmark score of 1136 in the single-thread test, helps maintain high frame rates, but the data indicates that the GPU is not fully utilized at 1080p Low.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The frame rate at Low is 162 FPS, which is 52 FPS higher than at 1080p Low, showing a 24% reduction in performance. This reduction is primarily due to the increased pixel count, which puts more load on the GPU. The Ultra preset at 1440p (89 FPS) is 29 FPS lower than at 1080p (118 FPS), a 25% drop. This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU is becoming the dominant factor, as the CPU’s workload does not change significantly with resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting component. The frame rate at Low is 110 FPS, which is 52 FPS lower than at 1440p Low, a 32% reduction. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 60 FPS, which is 29 FPS lower than the 1440p Ultra result, a 33% reduction. This scaling is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, where the CPU’s performance is less relevant because the GPU is saturated by the 4K pixel workload. The fact that the 4K Ultra result lands exactly at 60 FPS suggests that the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is the deciding factor at this resolution.

In summary, the CPU matters most at 1080p, where high frame rates can expose CPU limitations, while the GPU becomes the primary determinant of performance at 1440p and especially at 4K. The data shows that the i7-13700K provides ample headroom for the RTX 4070 SUPER at lower resolutions, but the GPU’s capabilities define the 4K experience. For users aiming for 4K Ultra, the 60 FPS result is a direct reflection of the GPU’s performance ceiling, not the CPU’s.