Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti pairing is a study in contrasts, but the benchmark data for Control shows it delivers a highly playable experience across most configurations. This combo ranks 1036 out of 3720 tested combinations, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all tested systems for this title. That rank reflects a system that is clearly capable of running the game well, but the substantial gap between the CPU's modest processing power and the GPU's high-end rendering muscle creates interesting performance dynamics that vary significantly by resolution and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1036 out of 3720 tested combinations in Control indicates a solidly above-average performance tier. The RTX 3080 Ti is the dominant force here, and its benchmark percentile of 83 versus all GPUs, alongside an average benchmark score of 41187, suggests it is pulling the system upward in the rankings. The CPU, by contrast, sits at the 71st percentile versus all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 17507, which is notably lower than its GPU counterpart. This imbalance means the combo's overall rank is heavily influenced by the GPU's ability to handle the game's demanding visuals.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the GPU, the RTX 3080 Ti outperforms the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB by 1.2% and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 by 1.7%, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 trails it by 0.8% and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 by 2%. These are relatively small margins, indicating that the RTX 3080 Ti is competitively positioned within its performance bracket. For the CPU, the Ryzen 5 4600G is nearly identical in average score to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, being just 0.1% ahead, and it leads the Intel Core 7 150U by 0.6%. It trails the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE by 0.6% and the Intel Core i3-14100T by 0.8%. These negligible differences show that the 4600G is squarely in the middle of its peer group, offering no significant edge over its closest competitors.

FAQ

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 54. This is technically playable, but it sits right at the edge of what many consider smooth for an action-adventure game, and there is no minimum FPS data provided for this setting to confirm stability.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate monitors?

A: At 1920x1080, the system delivers 177 FPS on Low, 136 FPS on Medium, and 121 FPS on High settings. These frame rates are well-suited for 144Hz and even 165Hz displays, providing a smooth experience in fast-paced combat.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU limits performance more at lower resolutions. The 1080p Low setting yields 177 FPS, while the 1440p Low setting yields 145 FPS, and the 4K Low setting yields 98 FPS. The relatively modest scaling from 1080p to 1440p on Low settings indicates the CPU is likely reaching its limit at 1080p.

Q: How much performance is gained by dropping from Ultra to Low at 1440p?

A: The average FPS increases from 80 at Ultra to 145 at Low at 2560x1440. This represents a substantial 81% performance uplift, which can be critical for maintaining high frame rates on demanding monitors.

Q: Does the system maintain consistent frame times at medium settings?

A: The data for Medium settings includes minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1920x1080, the average is 136 FPS with a minimum of 116 FPS and a maximum of 157 FPS. At 2560x1440, the average is 103 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average is 70 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. These ranges indicate generally stable performance with no severe dips.

Q: How does this combo compare to its closest GPU rival in overall score?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187, which is 2% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (score 40377) and 0.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (score 40870).

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. It has a 65W TDP and uses the AMD Socket AM4 interface. In the context of Control, a game that can be demanding on both CPU and GPU, this processor's role is to feed the powerful RTX 3080 Ti with enough data to keep it busy, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU's workload increases.

The CPU's benchmark results show a significant gap between single-threaded and multi-threaded performance. Its single-thread score in 3DMark is 726, while its 16-thread score is 4863, and its max-thread score is 4889. This indicates that while it can handle multi-threaded workloads reasonably well, its single-core performance is more modest. For Control, which often relies on a few primary threads for game logic and physics, this single-thread strength is crucial. The data suggests that at 1080p with Low settings, the CPU's processing power becomes a limiting factor, as the frame rate of 177 FPS is likely near the maximum the processor can sustain, regardless of the GPU's headroom.

The CPU's 8 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for gaming, but they are not exceptional. The processor's position at the 71st percentile versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17507, places it in the upper-midrange tier. Its nearest rivals all have average scores within 1% of the 4600G, confirming that it is a competent but not standout performer. In this pairing, the CPU's role is to provide sufficient processing power to avoid crippling bottlenecks, but it clearly cedes the performance spotlight to the GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Control with this combo shows a clear hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is highly capable. The average FPS ranges from 177 on Low settings to 105 on Ultra. The Medium preset offers a balanced 136 FPS, with a minimum of 116 FPS and a maximum of 157 FPS, indicating a smooth experience. High settings provide 121 FPS, which is still excellent for most displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings produce an average of 145 FPS, while High settings drop to 92 FPS. The Medium preset delivers an average of 103 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS, which remains very playable. Ultra settings at this resolution yield 80 FPS, a solid result for a demanding title.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to feel the pressure. Low settings still manage an average of 98 FPS, but Medium drops to 70 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. High settings average 62 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to an average of 54 FPS. The 4K results show that while the RTX 3080 Ti is powerful, it cannot maintain high refresh rates at this resolution with maximum quality settings. The frame rate data shows a consistent pattern: the GPU is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions and settings, while the CPU's influence becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and less demanding settings.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals important insights into the system's bottleneck characteristics. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 177 at 1920x1080 to 145 at 2560x1440, a 22% decrease. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is steeper, going from 145 to 98 FPS, a 48% decrease. This pattern suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is a more significant limiting factor at 1080p, as the GPU is not being fully utilized. The relatively small drop from 1080p to 1440p indicates that the CPU is holding back the frame rate, while the larger drop to 4K shows the GPU becoming the primary constraint.

At High settings, the frame rate drops from 121 FPS at 1080p to 92 FPS at 1440p (a 24% decrease) and then to 62 FPS at 4K (a 48% decrease from 1440p). This scaling is more consistent, suggesting that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor even at 1440p, as the increased graphical load begins to outweigh the CPU's influence. At Medium settings, the frame rate drops from 136 FPS at 1080p to 103 FPS at 1440p (a 24% decrease) and then to 70 FPS at 4K (a 47% decrease from 1440p), showing a similar pattern to High settings.

The data indicates that at 1080p, particularly on Low settings, the system is CPU-bound. The Ryzen 5 4600G's single-thread performance appears to cap the frame rate around 177 FPS. As resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and the RTX 3080 Ti becomes the limiting component. This is a classic sign of an unbalanced pairing, where the GPU is far more powerful than the CPU. For users targeting 4K, this is less of an issue, as the GPU is fully utilized, but for esports-style play at 1080p with low settings, the CPU will prevent the system from reaching its full potential.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays with a 144Hz or higher refresh rate, the Medium preset is a strong choice. It provides an average of 136 FPS, with a minimum of 116 FPS, ensuring that frame times remain consistent and the experience stays smooth. The High preset at 121 FPS is also viable if visual fidelity is a priority, but Medium offers a better margin for avoiding dips below 120 FPS.

For 1440p gaming, the Medium preset is again the most balanced option. It delivers an average of 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS, which is suitable for 100Hz monitors. The High preset at 92 FPS is also acceptable, but the Medium preset's higher minimum FPS provides a more stable experience. Ultra settings at 80 FPS are playable, but the lower headroom may result in more noticeable frame drops during intense scenes.

For 4K gaming, the choices are more constrained. The Low preset at 98 FPS is the only option that consistently exceeds 90 FPS, making it the best choice for high refresh rate 4K displays. The Medium preset at 70 FPS is a good compromise for 60Hz displays, offering a significant visual improvement over Low while maintaining a solid average frame rate. The High and Ultra presets, at 62 FPS and 54 FPS respectively, are best reserved for players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate and are comfortable with performance in the 50-60 FPS range. For most users, the Medium preset at 1440p or 4K offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience in Control.