Control

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a high-end combination that delivers decisive performance in Control, a 2019 Action Adventure title. The benchmark data shows this system comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold across every tested resolution and preset, from 1080p Low to 4K Ultra. The RTX 4080, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, clearly dominates this title, while the 14-core Ultra 5 235 provides ample headroom. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, answers common questions, and provides practical guidance on settings and alternatives based solely on the provided data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination reveals a consistent pattern of high performance across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 246 FPS, which drops to 175 FPS at Medium, 156 FPS at High, and 135 FPS at Ultra. The only provided minimum and maximum figures are at Medium settings, where the frame rate fluctuates between 149 FPS (min) and 201 FPS (max). This indicates that even at the most demanding preset, the system maintains a frame rate more than double the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a supremely smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains stellar, though the averages scale down predictably. Low settings produce an average of 186 FPS, while Medium yields 132 FPS, with a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 152 FPS. High settings average 118 FPS, and Ultra settings still deliver a very strong 102 FPS average. The data shows that at 1440p, the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, but the CPU is more than capable of keeping up, as the frame rates remain high and consistent across all presets.

At the demanding 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, the RTX 4080 begins to show its limits, but the results are still impressive. Low settings average 126 FPS, Medium settings average 89 FPS (with a min of 76 FPS and max of 103 FPS), and High settings average 79 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 69 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The data indicates that at 4K, the frame rate difference between High and Ultra is 10 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset is a viable option for those prioritizing visual fidelity, as it remains playable. The overall pattern is clear: this combination is powerful enough to provide a fluid experience at any resolution, with the only trade-off being between maximum frame rates and maximum visual quality.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Control at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, the benchmark data confirms it can. At 3840x2160, all four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) produce average frame rates above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 69 FPS, while High averages 79 FPS and Medium averages 89 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1440p?

A: The verdict data indicates that the Ultra preset is the best choice at 2560x1440, as it delivers an average of 102 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold, allowing you to enjoy the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

Q: How much faster is the Low preset compared to Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 246 FPS, which is 111 FPS higher than the Ultra preset's 135 FPS average. This represents a significant performance gain, but the Ultra preset's frame rate is already so high that the difference may not be noticeable on standard displays.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 a bottleneck for the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 in this game?

A: The data does not suggest a CPU bottleneck. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, which is typical of GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14769 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4516, indicate it has the processing power to support the high frame rates seen at lower resolutions.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS figures for this combo?

A: The FACT PACK only includes minimum and maximum FPS data for the Medium preset at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the range is 149 to 201 FPS. At 2560x1440, the range is 113 to 152 FPS. At 3840x2160, the range is 76 to 103 FPS. For other presets, only the average FPS is provided.

Q: Does the system maintain a stable frame rate at 4K Medium settings?

A: Yes, the data shows a minimum of 76 FPS and an average of 89 FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. The minimum is still well above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating good frame pacing and a stable experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data and the verdict by resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is the Ultra preset at every resolution. This means you can prioritize maximum visual quality without falling below the playability threshold.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 69 FPS. This is the most demanding preset and it still clears the 60 FPS bar, though with less headroom than lower resolutions.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): The best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 102 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): The best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 135 FPS. This combination offers the highest visual fidelity and a frame rate that is more than double the playability threshold, ideal for competitive or fast-paced play.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235's performance is closely matched by several other processors, according to the nearestRivals data. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has an average score of 46030, which is just 0.1% lower. The Intel Core i9-13900HX is also a near-identical performer, with a score of 46098, representing a 0.1% difference. The AMD EPYC 4364P and AMD EPYC 7303 are also within a 0.2% performance delta, with scores of 45970 and 45960 respectively. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver virtually indistinguishable frame rates in Control, as the game is likely GPU-bound in this configuration.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has very close rivals. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54209, a mere 0.1% higher, meaning it would perform almost identically. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X has a score of 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (score 55698) and AMD Radeon 8060S (score 55757) are 2.6% and 2.7% higher, respectively. These slight differences in benchmark scores would translate to a few frames per second at most in real-world gaming, so users with these GPUs can expect a similar experience.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Control exceptionally well. The verdict by resolution confirms that all settings presets at all three tested resolutions are playable, meaning they all achieve an average frame rate of 60 FPS or higher.

At 3840x2160, the system is fully playable at the Ultra preset, with an average of 69 FPS. This is the most demanding scenario, and it still clears the threshold. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 102 FPS, providing a very smooth experience with maximum visual quality. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 135 FPS, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate gaming. In summary, this combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is powerful enough to max out Control at any resolution, delivering a fluid and visually stunning experience without compromise.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific CPU and GPU combination is ranked 241st out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places it in the top 6.5% of all tested systems, which is an exceptional result. The high ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows the system far exceeding the playability threshold at every resolution. The percentile rankings for the individual components support this: the CPU is in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. This combination of a high-end CPU and GPU results in a top-tier gaming performance ranking for this title, indicating that it is among the most capable systems in the database for running Control.