Control

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination delivers exceptional performance in Control, far exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and setting preset tested. The data confirms this pairing as a top-tier solution for this title, with measured frame rates that leave substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate displays or future content. Benchmark results indicate that the RTX 5090 D, paired with the Core Ultra 7 265, provides a consistently smooth experience even under the most demanding graphical loads.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Control shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160 (4K), the average frame rates range from 83 FPS at Ultra settings to 152 FPS at Low settings. The Medium preset at 4K delivers an average of 108 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 124 FPS. High settings at 4K produce an average of 96 FPS. This indicates that even at the highest resolution, the system maintains frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset being the only one to dip below 90 FPS on average.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), performance scales predictably. The Ultra preset achieves an average of 124 FPS, while High settings reach 142 FPS. Medium settings produce an average of 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 FPS and a maximum of 184 FPS. The Low preset at 1440p delivers a substantial 225 FPS average. These numbers suggest that 1440p gaming with this hardware is not just playable but exceptionally fluid, with even the most demanding preset maintaining an average well above 120 FPS.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system demonstrates its full potential. The Ultra preset reaches an average of 163 FPS, while High settings achieve 188 FPS. Medium settings produce an average of 211 FPS, with a minimum of 180 FPS and a maximum of 243 FPS. The Low preset at 1080p yields an impressive 298 FPS average. These results indicate that the CPU-GPU combination is not bottlenecked at lower resolutions, allowing the GPU to deliver near-maximum output.

The frame time consistency, where measured, is excellent. At 4K Medium, the delta between average and minimum FPS is 16 FPS, and between average and maximum is 16 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the spread is 24 FPS from average to minimum and 24 FPS to maximum. At 1080p Medium, the spread is 31 FPS from average to minimum and 32 FPS to maximum. This consistency indicates stable performance without significant stuttering or frame pacing issues.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the data identifies the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable. The best settings at 4K are Ultra, which achieves an average of 83 FPS. This is the optimal choice for visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, as it remains 23 FPS above the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, delivering an average of 124 FPS. This represents a 64 FPS margin over the 60 FPS threshold, providing ample room for demanding scenes or future updates. The 1440p Ultra preset offers a significant visual upgrade over lower settings while maintaining a frame rate that is suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra as well, with an average of 163 FPS. This is 103 FPS above the playability threshold, making it suitable for even the fastest 240 Hz displays. The 1080p Ultra preset provides the highest visual quality with performance that is effectively uncapped for most gaming scenarios.

Across all resolutions, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, as it consistently delivers frame rates that are not only playable but also smooth. The data shows no scenario where the user must compromise on settings to maintain 60 FPS; the hardware is powerful enough to run Control at maximum settings at any tested resolution.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 83 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The system maintains a smooth experience without requiring any settings reductions.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average FPS is 163. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS drops to 83. This represents a reduction of 80 FPS when moving from 1080p to 4K, which is a 49% decrease in average frame rate.

Q: Are the minimum frame rates for Medium settings stable enough for competitive play?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440 Medium, the minimum FPS is 136, and at 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 180. These minimums are well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring that frame drops do not compromise gameplay responsiveness.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest rivals in overall GPU benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77712. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, has an average score of 78940, which is 1.6% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT scores 76904, which is 1.1% lower than the RTX 5090 D.

*Q: Does the Core Ultra 7 265 provide sufficient CPU performance to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in Control?*

A: The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not a limiting factor. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 298 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra, it achieves 163 FPS. These high frame rates, combined with the CPU's 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, suggest it keeps pace with the GPU effectively.

*Q: What is the system's overall ranking among tested combos for Control?*

A: The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D ranks 5th out of 3720 tested combos in Control. This places it in the top 0.1% of all tested configurations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for both components provides context for similar performance levels. For the CPU, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has an average benchmark score of 64640. The AMD EPYC 4464P has a score of 64823, which is 0.3% higher, making it a nearly identical performer. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F scores 64438, which is 0.3% lower, and the AMD EPYC 9124 scores 65104, which is 0.7% higher. The AMD EPYC 7343 scores 64202, which is 0.7% lower. These rivals would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Control, with differences well within the margin of error.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77712. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, which is 1.6% higher, making it the closest competitor in terms of raw performance. The AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT scores 76904, which is 1.1% lower. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB and 16 GB variants score 79396 and 79605, respectively, which are 2.1% and 2.4% higher. In practical terms, these GPU alternatives would deliver very similar FPS in Control, with the RX 6850M XT potentially offering a few frames more at each preset.

When considering a full system swap, pairing any of the rival CPUs with the RTX 5090 D would yield nearly identical results, as the CPU is not a bottleneck. Similarly, pairing the Core Ultra 7 265 with any of the rival GPUs would produce frame rates within a few percentage points of the measured values. The closest match in overall combo performance would be the Core Ultra 7 265 with the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, which might edge out the original combo by roughly 1-2 FPS in Control based on the deltaPct values.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination ranks 5th out of 3720 tested combos in Control. This is an elite ranking, placing the system in the top 0.13% of all configurations tested. The rank reflects the exceptional performance of both components, particularly the GPU, which sits in the 92nd percentile among all GPUs. The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking further supports this high placement.

This ranking means that only four other tested configurations outperform this combo in Control. The measured FPS data confirms this position: at 4K Ultra, the system achieves 83 FPS, which is likely at or near the top of the performance envelope for this game. The rank is consistent across resolutions, with the system maintaining its elite status from 1080p to 4K. For context, this combo outperforms the vast majority of systems, and any user with this hardware can expect top-tier performance in Control.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: this PC can run Control with exceptional performance. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at every tested resolution. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, achieving an average of 83 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by 23 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 124 FPS, a 64 FPS margin. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings reach 163 FPS, a 103 FPS margin.

There is no scenario where this hardware fails to maintain 60 FPS, even at the most demanding preset and highest resolution. The system is not just playable; it is overbuilt for Control, providing headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1440p and 1080p, and smooth 4K gaming. The ranking of 5th out of 3720 combos reinforces that this is one of the best possible configurations for this title. Users seeking the highest visual quality with zero performance concerns can confidently enable Ultra settings at any resolution. The only consideration is whether the frame rates exceed the refresh rate of the display, as the system is capable of producing more frames than most monitors can display at 1080p and 1440p.