Control

Control, Remedy’s 2019 action-adventure, presents a demanding environment that stresses both the CPU and GPU heavily, particularly with its physics-driven destruction and complex visual effects. The data for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination provides a clear picture of how this pairing handles the game across common resolutions and presets. This analysis breaks down the measured performance to understand the balance between the processor and graphics card.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 94 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 drops that average to 71 FPS, a reduction of 24.5%. At 3840x2160, the average further falls to 48 FPS, which is a 32.4% drop from the 1440p figure and a 48.9% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the Radeon RX 6750 XT's rendering workload is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For instance, on Low settings, the frame rate goes from 148 FPS at 1080p to 112 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 76 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K on Low settings is 48.6%, nearly identical to the drop on High settings. This consistency strongly implies that the CPU is not becoming a limiting factor as resolution increases; if it were, the frame rate would plateau or show a smaller relative drop at higher resolutions where the GPU work is heavier.

The data suggests that for 1080p and 1440p gaming, this combo is well-balanced, with the CPU able to feed the GPU adequately. However, at 4K, the GPU's limitations become evident. The RX 6750 XT, with its 12 GB of VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth, still manages to produce playable frame rates, but it is clearly the component dictating performance. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 4K is 34 FPS (76 vs 42), which demonstrates the significant impact of graphical settings on the GPU's workload at this resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. Its benchmark scores show a strong single-thread performance with a Passmark single-thread score of 2872, which is crucial for game logic and draw calls. The multi-threaded score of 19236 indicates it has ample headroom for modern games that can utilize multiple cores.

In Control, the CPU's role is to handle the game's physics engine, AI, and scene management. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p, the combination can push very high frame rates, reaching 148 FPS on Low settings. This high ceiling indicates that the CPU is not a significant bottleneck at this resolution, even when the GPU has less work to do. If the CPU were struggling, we would expect to see the 1080p scores to be much closer to the 1440p scores, as the GPU load would not be the sole determinant of performance.

The Ryzen 5 5600F's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is also a factor, as it helps reduce memory latency for frequently accessed data. While the fact pack does not provide a direct game-specific benchmark for the CPU, its overall percentile ranking of 85th among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36945, places it as a capable mid-range performer. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, has a nearly identical average score of 36938, confirming that the 5600F is in a competitive performance tier. The data suggests that this processor provides sufficient performance to keep up with the RX 6750 XT, ensuring that the frame rates are not artificially capped by the CPU in most scenarios.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is the clear workhorse in this pairing for Control. Built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, it features 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. Its boost clock of 2600 MHz and 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provide a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 20700 and its 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs show it to be a solid mid-range to upper-mid-range card.

The benchmark data shows that the GPU's performance scales predictably with the game's settings. At 1080p, the frame rate drops from 148 FPS on Low to 81 FPS on Ultra, a 45.3% decrease. This demonstrates the significant cost of the game's advanced rendering features, such as ray tracing and high-resolution textures. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for 1080p and 1440p Ultra settings, but at 4K, the demand on memory and compute resources increases significantly.

The GPU's performance relative to its rivals, as indicated by its nearestRivals list, is interesting. Its average benchmark score of 26011 is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon R9 M395X, a much older mobile part, and 1.1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile. This suggests that while the RX 6750 XT is a capable desktop card, its raw benchmark scores are closely matched by some mobile and older workstation parts in synthetic tests. However, in a real-world game like Control, the combination of its RDNA 2 architecture and driver optimizations likely provides a more consistent experience than those synthetic scores might suggest. The data clearly shows the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, where even on Low settings, the average FPS is only 76.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Control at 4K resolution smoothly?

A: The data shows it is playable but not ideal for high refresh rates. At 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 48. On Ultra settings, it drops to 42 FPS. To achieve a more stable experience, you would need to use Medium settings, which provide an average of 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The sweet spot appears to be 2560x1440. At this resolution, the combo provides an average of 71 FPS on High settings and 80 FPS on Medium. This offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, avoiding the steep frame rate drops seen at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at 1080p?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600F appears to be more than capable. The high frame rates at 1080p, such as 148 FPS on Low and 94 FPS on High, suggest that the CPU is not a major bottleneck at this resolution, allowing the GPU to perform to its full potential.

Q: Is the 12 GB of VRAM on the RX 6750 XT enough for Control?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 12 GB appears sufficient. The game runs at all tested settings and resolutions without the data suggesting a VRAM-related crash or severe performance anomaly. The performance drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with typical GPU compute limitations, not necessarily memory capacity issues.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 2560x1440, the average FPS is 112 on Low settings, which drops to 62 FPS on Ultra. This is a 44.6% decrease in performance, highlighting the heavy impact of the game's highest graphical features.

Q: How does this combo's performance compare to other tested systems?

A: This specific combination ranks 1267th out of 2888 tested combos for Control. This places it in the 44th percentile, meaning it outperforms a slight majority of the other tested systems, indicating a solid mid-range performance tier.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance. Here is the exact breakdown:

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average 42 FPS.
• High: Average 48 FPS.
• Medium: Average 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 62 FPS.
• Low: Average 76 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average 62 FPS.
• High: Average 71 FPS.
• Medium: Average 80 FPS, with a minimum of 68 and a maximum of 92 FPS.
• Low: Average 112 FPS.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average 81 FPS.
• High: Average 94 FPS.
• Medium: Average 105 FPS, with a minimum of 90 and a maximum of 121 FPS.
• Low: Average 148 FPS.

The data shows a clear and consistent hierarchy. The Medium preset offers the only complete set of min/max FPS figures, providing a reliable indication of frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the frame rate stays well above 90 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it stays above 68 FPS. At 4K Medium, it dips to a minimum of 46 FPS, which is still technically playable but shows the strain on the GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For 1080p displays, the High preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 94 FPS, which is a significant improvement over the Medium preset's 105 FPS? No, the Medium preset gives 105 FPS, so it is actually slightly faster. The High preset at 94 FPS is still an excellent experience for a 60Hz or 144Hz monitor. The Ultra preset, at 81 FPS, offers the best visual quality but sacrifices some fluidity. For a high-refresh-rate 1080p monitor, the Medium preset at 105 FPS is ideal, while High at 94 FPS is a great balance of visuals and speed.

For 1440p displays, the High preset is the recommended starting point. It provides an average of 71 FPS, which is suitable for a 60Hz monitor and a solid experience for 75Hz or 100Hz panels. The Medium preset offers a smoother experience at 80 FPS, which is preferable for competitive play, though it will reduce some of the visual effects. The Ultra preset, at 62 FPS, is playable but may feel less responsive on higher refresh rate monitors.

For 4K displays, the data suggests that the Medium preset is the most viable option. It is the only setting that provides a minimum FPS figure above 45, with an average of 54 FPS. The High and Ultra presets dip to 48 and 42 FPS averages respectively, which can feel choppy in a fast-paced action game like Control. The Low preset at 76 FPS is a viable option for maximizing fluidity, but it significantly compromises the game's visual atmosphere.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested combinations for Control, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT pairing holds a rank of 1267 out of 2888. This places it comfortably in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating a performance level that is above the median for this specific game.

This ranking is a result of the balanced nature of the components. The Ryzen 5 5600F's strong single-thread performance prevents it from holding back the GPU at lower resolutions, while the RX 6750 XT's robust specifications allow it to handle the game's demands at 1440p effectively. While the combo does not reach the top tier of performance, as evidenced by its 44th percentile ranking, it demonstrates that this pairing is a very capable mainstream solution for playing Control at high settings with good frame rates. The data shows that it outperforms 56% of all other recorded combinations for this game, making it a reliable choice for a high-quality gaming experience without requiring top-of-the-line hardware.