Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the Intel Arc B570 produces a distinctive performance profile in Control, characterized by a steep resolution curve that clearly identifies the GPU as the primary bottleneck at higher settings. This combination ranks in the lower tier of tested configurations, yet offers specific sweet spots for playable performance, particularly when settings are adjusted to match the target resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent penalty as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 101 FPS at 1080p to 76 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 25 FPS, and then further to 51 FPS at 4K, representing a total drop of 50 FPS from the 1080p baseline. This pattern indicates that the Intel Arc B570 is the limiting component; the GPU's rendering workload scales directly with pixel count, and the data shows no sign of a CPU-side plateau that would flatten the curve at lower resolutions.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar in proportion: 71 FPS at 1080p, 54 FPS at 1440p, and 36 FPS at 4K. The absolute deltas are smaller because the starting point is lower, but the percentage decline is nearly identical. High settings show the same trend, with 63 FPS at 1080p, 48 FPS at 1440p, and 32 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings produce the lowest overall scores, with 55 FPS at 1080p, 42 FPS at 1440p, and 28 FPS at 4K.

The shape of this scaling curve is important. From 1080p to 1440p, the FPS loss is roughly 25-27% across all settings, while from 1440p to 4K the loss is approximately 32-33%. This accelerating decline is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where memory bandwidth and shading throughput are exhausted. The Arc B570's 380.0 GB/s bandwidth and 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 performance are the relevant specs here; the data suggests that at 4K, even the Low preset (51 FPS) cannot maintain a 60 FPS target, while at 1080p, even Ultra (55 FPS) is close to playable but not fully smooth.

The implication is straightforward: this combo is not designed for 4K gaming in Control under any settings, but it handles 1080p and, with reduced settings, 1440p adequately. The limiting factor is purely the GPU, as the CPU's role becomes less significant as resolution climbs.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Control, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Intel Arc B570 achieves a combo rank of 2307 out of 2888 total combos. This places it in the lower 20% of all tested configurations, indicating that it is not a high-performance pairing for this specific title. The rank reflects the combined impact of both components, but given the resolution scaling data, the GPU is the dominant contributor to this positioning.

To contextualize this rank, consider the individual component standings. The Ryzen 5 2600 has a percentile rank of 75 among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 75% of tested processors in general benchmarks. The Arc B570 has a percentile rank of 65 among all GPUs. Yet, their combined rank in Control is lower than either individual percentile would suggest. This discrepancy is likely due to the game's specific engine requirements, which may favor CPUs with higher single-thread performance or GPUs with different architectural strengths.

The nearest rivals for the CPU in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, which scores 21440 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core i9-11900H at 21367 (0.5% higher). The Ryzen 5 2600's average benchmark score of 21484 is slightly above the AMD EPYC 9454's 21223 (1.2% lower), indicating that the CPU is well within the mid-range pack. For the GPU, the Arc B570's average score of 20556 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, 0.1% lower) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582, 0.1% higher). This means the GPU is competitive with those parts in synthetic workloads, yet the Control rank suggests the game may not fully utilize its capabilities.

The rank of 2307 out of 2888 is a clear signal that users seeking high frame rates in Control should look elsewhere, but it does not imply the combo is unusable. It simply indicates that the measured FPS values, particularly at higher resolutions and settings, fall below the median of tested systems.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage generation) using a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a fixed clock of 2500 MHz for both base and boost, which is a simple specification to interpret: there is no dynamic clock range to consider, so performance is consistent under load.

In Control, the GPU's role is decisive. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 101 FPS, which is the highest score across any resolution or setting. This suggests that the GPU is capable of high throughput when the pixel workload is low. However, as settings increase to Medium (71 FPS), High (63 FPS), and Ultra (55 FPS) at 1080p, the average FPS drops by roughly 10-15% per step. This is a clear indication that the GPU's shading units and texture units are being saturated by the game's visual effects.

The VRAM capacity of 10 GB is relevant for Control, which is known for its physics-heavy environments and detailed textures. At 1080p, the VRAM is likely sufficient, but at 1440p and 4K, the data shows significant FPS degradation, which could be attributed to memory bandwidth limitations rather than capacity. The 380.0 GB/s bandwidth is moderate for a modern GPU, and the 160-bit bus is narrower than many competitors, which may explain the steep scaling curve at higher resolutions.

The GPU's pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s are respectable figures, but they are not top-tier. In Control, the Ultra preset at 4K yields only 28 FPS, which is below playable thresholds. The RT cores (18) are present but likely underutilized in this game unless ray tracing is enabled, which is not specified in the measured data. Overall, the GPU is the clear bottleneck at 1440p and 4K, while at 1080p it is adequate for Medium and Low settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. For 1080p, the Low preset delivers 101 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings provide 71 FPS, which is still smooth and offers better visual fidelity. High settings at 63 FPS are playable but approach the threshold where frame drops become noticeable. Ultra settings at 55 FPS are borderline; they are technically above 50 FPS but lack the headroom for consistent smoothness.

For 1440p, the recommendation shifts. Low settings yield 76 FPS, which is good for competitive play. Medium settings at 54 FPS are acceptable for slower-paced action, but High (48 FPS) and Ultra (42 FPS) drop below the 50 FPS comfort zone. The data suggests that Medium is the highest preset that maintains a playable experience at 1440p.

At 4K, all settings fall below 60 FPS. Low settings produce 51 FPS, which is the only preset above 50 FPS. Medium (36 FPS), High (32 FPS), and Ultra (28 FPS) are all below playable thresholds for most users. Therefore, 4K is not recommended for this combo unless the user accepts sub-30 FPS performance at the lowest visual quality.

The sweet spot for this pairing is 1080p with Medium or High settings. Medium offers a 71 FPS average with a minimum of 61 FPS, ensuring minimal stutter. High settings at 63 FPS sacrifice some headroom but provide better visuals. For users who prioritize frame rate over fidelity, Low at 1080p is the best choice. For 1440p, Medium is the highest recommended preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The full set of measured FPS values is as follows. At 1920x1080, the combo achieves 101 FPS on Low, 71 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 61 and maximum of 82), 63 FPS on High, and 55 FPS on Ultra. At 2560x1440, the scores are 76 FPS on Low, 54 FPS on Medium (minimum 46, maximum 62), 48 FPS on High, and 42 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the results are 51 FPS on Low, 36 FPS on Medium (minimum 31, maximum 42), 32 FPS on High, and 28 FPS on Ultra.

These numbers reveal a consistent hierarchy: Low is always the fastest preset, followed by Medium, then High, and finally Ultra. The gaps between presets are roughly 10-15% at 1080p, but they widen slightly at higher resolutions. For example, at 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 46 FPS (101 vs 55), while at 4K, the difference is only 23 FPS (51 vs 28). This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing settings has diminishing returns.

The minimum FPS values are only provided for Medium settings at each resolution: 61 at 1080p, 46 at 1440p, and 31 at 4K. These minimums indicate that the frame pacing is reasonably stable at Medium, with the minimum staying within 15-20% of the average. The lack of min/max data for other presets means we cannot assess frame stability for Low, High, or Ultra, but the averages alone suggest that Low is the most consistent performer.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Control?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo can exceed 60 FPS on multiple presets. At 1440p, only Low settings (76 FPS) and Medium (54 FPS) approach playable levels, while 4K is below 60 FPS on all presets.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: In synthetic benchmarks, the Arc B570's average score of 20556 is within 0.5% of the Intel Arc A750 (20582) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534). This indicates near-identical raw performance, but the Control results may differ due to driver or architecture factors.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 2600 a bottleneck in this game?

A: The resolution scaling data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 101 FPS, which is high enough to suggest the CPU is not limiting at lower settings. The CPU's performance percentile (75) is higher than the GPU's (65), reinforcing that the GPU is the weaker link.

*Q: Can this combo run Control at 4K?*

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which yields 51 FPS. Medium (36 FPS) and above are below 40 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for higher presets at this resolution.

Q: What is the significance of the combo rank of 2307 out of 2888?

A: This rank places the combo in the bottom 20% of tested configurations for Control. It indicates that while the components are individually mid-range, their combined performance in this specific game is below average, likely due to the game's engine demands.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 101 to 51, a 50% reduction. At Ultra settings, it drops from 55 to 28, also a 50% reduction. This consistent halving of frame rate is a direct result of the four-fold increase in pixel count.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen+ architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing a memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. Its L3 cache is 16 MB shared across all cores.

In Control, the CPU's role is secondary to the GPU, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 101 FPS, which is a high frame rate that could potentially expose CPU limitations if the GPU were faster. However, since the GPU is the bottleneck, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the Arc B570 without causing frame drops. The CPU's synthetic benchmarks support this: a passmark multithread score of 13160 and a single-thread score of 2239 indicate balanced performance that is adequate for this game's AI and physics calculations.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are all within 1.2% of its average score of 21484, meaning it is a mid-pack processor. The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (21440) and Intel Core i9-11900H (21367) are marginally slower, while the AMD EPYC 9454 (21223) is also close. This suggests that the Ryzen 5 2600 is not a performance outlier, but it is also not a weak link in this combo.

The CPU's architecture (Zen+) is older compared to newer designs, but its 12 threads help with multi-threaded workloads. In Control, the game's engine likely uses multiple threads for physics simulations, which the Ryzen 5 2600 handles without issue. The boost clock of 3.90 GHz is modest by modern standards, but the measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Medium (71 FPS) and High (63 FPS), the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. Only at 1080p Low, where the GPU is not the bottleneck, does the CPU's performance become a factor, and even then, 101 FPS is a strong result.

Overall, the CPU is a capable partner for the Arc B570 in Control, providing enough computational power to avoid becoming the primary limiting factor. The combo's low rank is more attributable to the GPU's mid-range standing than to any CPU deficiency. Users with this CPU should prioritize GPU settings over CPU-related tweaks, as the data shows no evidence of CPU-bound behavior at any resolution or preset.