Control

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a decisive performance victory in Control, clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. The data shows this combo is not merely capable but excessively powerful for this 2019 title, with 1080p performance reaching nearly 240 FPS on Low settings. Across all twelve measured configurations, the average frame rate never dips below 64.6 FPS, meaning users can max out the game’s Ultra preset at 4K and still maintain smooth, playable performance. This pairing ranks in the 90th percentile for CPUs and 86th for GPUs, placing it among the top hardware tested on this benchmark database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Control reveals a consistent pattern of headroom across all resolutions. At 3840x2160 (4K), the combo produces an average of 76.9 FPS on High settings, 85.6 FPS on Medium, and 122.4 FPS on Low. The most demanding configuration, Ultra at 4K, still yields a solid 64.6 FPS average, which sits above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a performance drop of roughly 47%, from 122.4 FPS down to 64.6 FPS, indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint at this resolution, though it remains comfortably within playable range.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance headroom expands significantly. High settings deliver 111.7 FPS, Medium reaches 125.1 FPS, and Low peaks at 179 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p produce an average of 100.4 FPS, which is 67% higher than the 4K Ultra result. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 78.6 FPS, demonstrating that even the heaviest preset leaves substantial performance on the table. The data indicates that 1440p Ultra is the sweet spot for this hardware, offering high fidelity without sacrificing frame rate smoothness.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo becomes overwhelmingly fast. Low settings produce an extraordinary 237.1 FPS average, while Medium hits 169.7 FPS and High reaches 146.4 FPS. Ultra at 1080p still manages 129.9 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra at this resolution shows a 45% reduction in frame rate, but even the worst-case scenario remains far above what any 60Hz or 144Hz display would require. Notably, the 1080p Ultra result of 129.9 FPS is higher than the 1440p High result of 111.7 FPS, confirming that resolution has a larger impact on performance than preset selection at these high-end specifications.

It is important to note that the FACT PACK provides only average FPS values, with no min or max frame data available. The absence of percentile lows means the analysis cannot fully assess frame pacing or stutter risk, but the high averages suggest that dips below 60 FPS are unlikely in typical gameplay scenarios. The benchmark data is measured, not estimated, lending credibility to these figures.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 64.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdictByResolution data confirms Ultra is listed as a playable setting at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest measured average is 237.1 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only configuration in the dataset that exceeds 200 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53,620, placing it 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6505P (53,701) and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53,469). It also leads the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X by 0.6% and the AMD EPYC 7313P by 0.8%.

Q: Is the GPU powerful enough for 1440p gaming?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the RTX 5070 Ti delivers 100.4 FPS on Ultra settings and 179 FPS on Low settings. All four preset levels at this resolution exceed the 60 FPS threshold by at least 67%.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for this CPU and GPU combination?

A: The CPU ranks in the 91st percentile among all tested CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 86th percentile among all tested GPUs. This places both components in the top tier of their respective categories.

Q: Does the data include minimum or maximum FPS values?

A: No. The measured FPS dataset only includes average FPS values for each resolution and settings combination. The min and max fields are null across all entries, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database for Control, this specific Intel Core i7-14700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination ranks 364th out of 3,720 tested combos, placing it in the top 9.8% of all configurations evaluated. This rank reflects the overall performance across all resolutions and settings, weighted by the measured FPS data. Given the game’s 2019 release date, the combination’s high percentile is expected, as modern mid-range and high-end hardware significantly outstrips the requirements of this title.

The CPU’s individual percentile of 91 places it above the vast majority of processors in the database, with an average benchmark score of 53,620. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6505P (53,701, -0.2% delta), Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53,469, +0.3%), AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53,288, +0.6%), and AMD EPYC 7313P (53,206, +0.8%). The tight clustering of these scores—within 1% of each other—indicates that the i7-14700F is performance-competitive with both workstation and high-end desktop CPUs from rival architectures.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5070 Ti’s average benchmark score of 49,957 places it in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50,001, -0.1%), Intel Arc A550M (49,737, +0.4%), AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (50,951, -2.0%), and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (48,477, +3.1%). The data shows that the RTX 5070 Ti sits just below the RX 6900 XT in synthetic scores but outperforms the RX 6800 XT by a notable 3.1%, confirming its position as a strong 4K-capable card despite the close margins.

The Verdict

The benchmark data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Control at playable frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions. The verdictByResolution field lists all four preset levels (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) as playable at every resolution, with no configuration falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Ultra, achieving an average of 64.6 FPS. This clears the 60 FPS bar by just 4.6 FPS, making it a viable but not excessively comfortable choice for 4K. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 100.4 FPS, providing a 67% margin above the threshold and making it the ideal balance of visual fidelity and performance. At 1920x1080, Ultra runs at 129.9 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold, ensuring that even the most demanding preset is silky smooth on standard monitors.

The conclusion is straightforward: this combo can run Control at maximum settings in 4K, and at 1440p or 1080p it offers substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate displays. The only caveat is that 4K Ultra is the closest to the threshold, so users prioritizing absolute smoothness should consider dropping to High (76.9 FPS) or Medium (85.6 FPS) at that resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users seeking hardware that behaves similarly to this combo, the nearestRivals data provides direct comparisons based on average benchmark scores. On the CPU side, the Intel Xeon 6505P is the closest match, with an average score of 53,701, just 0.2% higher than the i7-14700F’s 53,620. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53,469) and AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53,288) are also within 1% of the i7-14700F’s performance, meaning they would produce nearly identical frame rates in Control. The AMD EPYC 7313P (53,206) trails by 0.8%, which is negligible in real-world gaming scenarios.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 has an average score of 50,001, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti’s 49,957, making it the most direct equivalent. The Intel Arc A550M (49,737) is 0.4% slower, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (50,951) is 2.0% faster and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (48,477) is 3.1% slower. The RX 6900 XT would offer slightly higher frame rates in Control, but the difference is unlikely to be perceptible given the already high FPS values. Conversely, the RX 6800 XT would still clear 60 FPS at 4K Ultra but with less margin.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS average at each resolution is as follows:

• 3840x2160 (4K): Ultra with an average of 64.6 FPS. This is the maximum preset available and it just clears the 60 FPS threshold. For a more comfortable margin, High (76.9 FPS) or Medium (85.6 FPS) are safer choices, but Ultra is technically playable.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra with an average of 100.4 FPS. This is the clear recommendation, offering the highest visual quality while maintaining a 67% buffer above the playable threshold. The data shows no reason to drop below Ultra at this resolution.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra with an average of 129.9 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 1080p, providing more than double the required frame rate. Users with 144Hz monitors can still achieve well above refresh rate, and even 240Hz displays would be nearly saturated with this setting.

These recommendations prioritize visual fidelity while ensuring the 60 FPS floor is never breached. The high performance margins at 1440p and 1080p mean that users could also enable additional visual enhancements or higher refresh rates without concern, though the FACT PACK does not include data on such features.