Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is a balanced mid-range combination for playing Control at high frame rates. This pairing places the system in the 1484th position out of 2888 tested combos, putting it in the upper half of all configurations tested for this game. The data shows a combination that handles 1080p and 1440p with ease, while 4K requires some settings adjustments to maintain playable performance. The following analysis breaks down the measured results, the role of each component, and how to get the best experience from this setup.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 1484th out of 2888 tested combinations for Control, which places it in the 51st percentile of all tested systems. This means roughly half of the tested configurations perform better, but it also means this setup outperforms the other half. Given the mid-range positioning of both the CPU and GPU, this rank is consistent with expectations. The CPU itself sits in the 85th percentile against all CPUs in the database, indicating strong general processing performance, while the GPU is in the 72nd percentile for all GPUs. The gap between the CPU's higher percentile and the GPU's lower percentile suggests that, in this pairing, the graphics card is the more limiting factor for overall performance in this game.

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 5600F has an average benchmark score of 36945, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36938, 0% delta). It is also very close to the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018, -0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093, -0.4% delta). The differences between these processors are within 0.5%, meaning that for gaming purposes, the choice between them would likely result in negligible frame rate differences. The CPU's raw multithread score of 19236 from PassMark testing provides context for its overall capability, though the single-thread score of 2872 is more relevant for gaming performance.

For the GPU, the RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 27425, which puts it directly alongside the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (27435, 0% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (27565, -0.5% delta). This is a notable comparison, as the RTX 3090 is a much larger and more power-hungry desktop card, yet the RX 6700 XT delivers similar average performance in synthetic benchmarks. The GPU also compares favorably to the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell (27135, 1.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 (27839, -1.5% delta). These rival scores indicate that the RX 6700 XT is a solid mid-range performer that can hold its own against some higher-tier cards in certain workloads.

The ranking data shows that while this combo is not at the top of the charts, it is far from being a weak performer. The 51st percentile ranking for Control specifically suggests that the game is moderately demanding, and this hardware sits right in the middle of the pack for handling it. For a user with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this rank is more than adequate. For 4K gaming, the rank reflects the need to make compromises in graphical settings, as the measured FPS data will show.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the most comfortable resolution, with average FPS ranging from 77 (Ultra) to 141 (Low). At 2560x1440, the averages drop to between 59 (Ultra) and 107 (Low), which is still very playable. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset achieves an average above 60 FPS (72 FPS), while Medium and High fall to 51 and 46 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance in this game?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600F has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. Its single-thread PassMark score of 2872 is strong, and since Control is not heavily multi-threaded, this CPU provides sufficient processing power to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking against all CPUs supports this conclusion.

Q: Is the GPU the limiting factor at 4K?

A: Yes, the measured FPS data indicates that the RX 6700 XT becomes the primary bottleneck at 3840x2160. At this resolution, the average frame rate drops below 60 FPS for Medium (51 FPS), High (46 FPS), and Ultra (40 FPS) settings. Only the Low preset maintains an average above 60 FPS (72 FPS), which strongly suggests that the GPU's rendering capabilities are the constraint.

Q: What settings preset gives the highest average FPS at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the highest average FPS at 141. The Medium preset follows at 100 FPS, High at 89 FPS, and Ultra at 77 FPS. For users seeking the absolute highest frame rate, Low is the choice, though Medium offers a substantial visual improvement while still providing a 100 FPS average.

Q: How does the 1440p Medium preset compare to 1080p Medium?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 76, with a minimum of 65 and a maximum of 87. At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 100, with a minimum of 85 and a maximum of 115. This represents a 24 FPS drop, or 24%, when moving from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings.

Q: What is the GPU's synthetic benchmark performance relative to its rivals?

A: The RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 27425. This is virtually identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (27435, 0% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (27565, -0.5% delta). It also scores higher than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell (27135, 1.1% delta) but lower than the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 (27839, -1.5% delta).

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The processor is built on a 7 nm process node from TSMC, with 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. Its cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 32 MB L3 cache. The memory controller supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, and the CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes.

For Control, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls, physics calculations, and game logic. The game is an action-adventure title that relies on physics-based combat and destructible environments, which can be CPU-intensive. The 5600F's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this task, as the game does not typically utilize more than a few threads for its core simulation. The single-thread PassMark score of 2872 indicates strong per-core performance, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU is less likely to be a bottleneck.

The CPU's 85th percentile ranking against all CPUs in the database places it ahead of the majority of processors, including many older high-core-count models. In terms of nearest rivals, the 5600F's average benchmark score of 36945 is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36938, 0%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018, -0.2%). This means that, for gaming, users would not notice a meaningful difference between these CPUs. The 5600F's 65 W TDP also makes it an efficient choice, though the data does not include direct power consumption measurements in the game.

The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 141 FPS, which is high enough that the CPU's single-thread performance is being taxed. However, the fact that the FPS scales relatively consistently across resolutions suggests that the CPU is not the primary limiter in this game. At 4K, the frame rates drop significantly, which confirms that the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions. The CPU's 12 threads and high boost clock ensure that it can keep up with the GPU's demands without causing frame time spikes, though the data does not include frame time variance measurements.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 141 FPS, which is the highest figure recorded for this combination. The Medium preset drops to an average of 100 FPS, with a minimum of 85 FPS and a maximum of 115 FPS. The High preset averages 89 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 77 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the combo is capable of delivering smooth gameplay even at the highest settings, with Ultra staying well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset still performs well with an average of 107 FPS. The Medium preset averages 76 FPS, with a minimum of 65 FPS and a maximum of 87 FPS. The High preset drops to 67 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 59 FPS. At this resolution, the Ultra preset falls just below the 60 FPS mark, which may cause noticeable stuttering on a 60 Hz monitor. The Medium preset is the sweet spot for 1440p, as it maintains a 76 FPS average while offering better visual fidelity than Low.

At 3840x2160, the performance takes a significant hit. The Low preset averages 72 FPS, which is the only preset at 4K to exceed 60 FPS. The Medium preset averages 51 FPS, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 59 FPS. The High preset averages 46 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 40 FPS. These numbers show that the RX 6700 XT struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K unless settings are reduced to Low. Even then, the 72 FPS average is marginal, and users may prefer to cap the frame rate or reduce resolution to ensure consistency.

The data shows a clear pattern: the combo performs best at 1080p, where even Ultra settings provide an average above 75 FPS. At 1440p, the performance is still good, but users need to be mindful of the settings preset. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and only Low settings provide a playable experience. The minimum and maximum FPS values, which are only available for the Medium preset at each resolution, show that the frame rate can vary by around 30 FPS (85 to 115 at 1080p, 65 to 87 at 1440p, and 44 to 59 at 4K). This variance is within acceptable limits for a game like Control, which features intense action sequences.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals how the combo's performance degrades as pixel count increases. At the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 141 at 1080p to 107 at 1440p, a reduction of 34 FPS or 24%. From 1440p to 4K, the Low preset drops from 107 to 72 FPS, a reduction of 35 FPS or 33%. Overall, from 1080p Low to 4K Low, the frame rate drops by 69 FPS, which is a 49% reduction.

At the Medium preset, the average FPS is 100 at 1080p, 76 at 1440p, and 51 at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 24 FPS (24%), and from 1440p to 4K is 25 FPS (33%). The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 49 FPS (49%). This pattern is nearly identical to the Low preset, suggesting that the GPU's workload scales linearly with the number of pixels.

At the High preset, the average FPS is 89 at 1080p, 67 at 1440p, and 46 at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 22 FPS (25%), and from 1440p to 4K is 21 FPS (31%). The total drop is 43 FPS (48%). At the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 77 at 1080p, 59 at 1440p, and 40 at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 18 FPS (23%), and from 1440p to 4K is 19 FPS (32%). The total drop is 37 FPS (48%).

The consistent ~48-49% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K across all settings indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would not drop as much at higher resolutions, because the CPU's workload remains relatively constant regardless of resolution. Instead, the data shows a linear relationship between pixel count and frame rate, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. This means that users with a 4K monitor will need to rely on the Low preset or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p to achieve smoother gameplay.

The scaling also reveals that the combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At 1080p, the CPU and GPU are balanced, with the CPU able to push frame rates high enough to satisfy most gamers. At 1440p, the GPU begins to take on more of the load, but the combo still delivers playable performance. At 4K, the GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at high settings, as evidenced by the sub-60 FPS averages.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo depends on the resolution of the user's monitor. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset provides an average of 77 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and offers the best visual quality. However, the Medium preset delivers 100 FPS, which is a 23 FPS improvement over Ultra and still looks good. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, the Low preset at 141 FPS is the only option to take full advantage of the refresh rate, but the visual trade-off may not be worth it. The High preset at 89 FPS strikes a balance between fidelity and smoothness, making it the recommended choice for most 1080p users.

For 1440p gaming, the Medium preset is the clear winner, with an average of 76 FPS and a minimum of 65 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on a 60 Hz or 75 Hz monitor. The High preset at 67 FPS is also acceptable, but the Ultra preset at 59 FPS dips below 60, which can cause noticeable judder. The Low preset at 107 FPS is available for users who prioritize frame rate over visuals, but the Medium preset offers a significant visual upgrade for just a 31 FPS drop. Therefore, Medium is the recommended preset for 1440p.

For 4K gaming, the data shows that only the Low preset achieves a playable average of 72 FPS. The Medium preset at 51 FPS and High at 46 FPS are below the 60 FPS threshold, which may result in a less responsive experience. The Ultra preset at 40 FPS is not recommended for any scenario. Users with a 4K monitor should either stick to the Low preset or consider running the game at 1440p with Medium or High settings, as that will provide a better overall experience. The 1440p Medium preset at 76 FPS is vastly superior to the 4K Medium preset at 51 FPS in terms of smoothness, and the visual difference between 1440p and 4K may not be worth the 25 FPS penalty.

In summary, the recommended settings are: 1080p with High or Ultra (89 FPS or 77 FPS respectively), 1440p with Medium (76 FPS), and 4K with Low (72 FPS) or a lower resolution. The data shows that this combo is best utilized at 1080p and 1440p, where it can maintain high frame rates across all settings. At 4K, users must compromise on visual quality to achieve playable performance. The GPU's 12 GB memory is sufficient for the game at all resolutions, but the raw compute power is not enough to handle 4K with high settings. Ultimately, this setup is a solid choice for mainstream gaming, with the flexibility to handle a variety of resolutions and settings.