Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Control, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. The data shows that this combination is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, allowing the RX 9070 XT to stretch its legs, while the CPU provides sufficient headroom to avoid major bottlenecks in most scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The measured average is 107.8 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, indicating a very smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to the 1080p Ultra preset?

A: The Low preset achieves an average of 190.1 FPS, which is 82.3 FPS higher than the Ultra preset’s 107.8 FPS. This represents a significant performance uplift of roughly 76%.

Q: Does the RX 9070 XT’s 16 GB VRAM capacity play a role in the 4K results?

A: Yes, the 16 GB of GDDR6 memory with 644.6 GB/s bandwidth helps maintain playable frame rates at 3840x2160, where the High preset still averages 64.4 FPS, suggesting the memory buffer is sufficient for this title at high resolutions.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 90.9 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 77.8 FPS. The 13.1 FPS difference shows that Ultra settings impose a measurable, but not crippling, load on the GPU.

*Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested combinations in Control?*

A: The combo ranks 450th out of 1636 tested combinations, placing it in the top 27.5% of all tested systems for this specific game.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary limiting factor at 1080p Low settings?

A: At 1080p Low, the average of 190.1 FPS indicates the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU has more than enough power to render frames faster than the Ryzen 5 5600G can feed it.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is the dominant component in this pairing for Control, with its 16 GB VRAM buffer and high memory bandwidth proving critical for the game’s demanding environments. The GPU’s 4096 shading units and 128 ROPs are well-utilized, as seen in the scaling from 1080p to 4K. The boost clock of 2970 MHz and game clock of 2400 MHz allow the card to maintain high throughput, which is evident in the 4K High preset achieving 64.4 FPS. This is a strong result for a 4K resolution, indicating that the card’s 48.66 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is effectively harnessed. The 16 GB VRAM size is a key asset here, as it prevents memory-related stutters or texture pop-in at higher resolutions and settings.

The GPU’s performance is further highlighted by its benchmark scores, with a PassMark G3D score of 26795 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 7260. These scores place the GPU in the 82nd percentile against all GPUs, showing it is a high-tier performer. The data shows the card’s strength is in sustained, high-resolution rendering, which is exactly what Control demands with its physics-based destruction and particle effects. At 1080p Ultra, the GPU still manages 107.8 FPS, but the gap to the 1080p Low result of 190.1 FPS shows that the card’s raw power is being throttled by the CPU at lower graphical loads.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern that shifts the bottleneck from the CPU to the GPU as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS of 190.1 is exceptionally high, suggesting that the Ryzen 5 5600G is the limiting factor, as the GPU could likely render more frames. Moving to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 148 FPS, a decrease of 42.1 FPS. This shows that the GPU is starting to take on more work, but the CPU still has headroom. At 3840x2160 Low, the average falls to 99.3 FPS, a further drop of 48.7 FPS, which clearly indicates the GPU is now the primary bottleneck.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K is more dramatic at higher settings. For instance, on High settings, the FPS drops from 120.3 at 1080p to 90.9 at 1440p and finally to 64.4 at 4K. This 55.9 FPS total drop across resolutions shows that the game is highly sensitive to pixel count, and the RX 9070 XT’s performance scales down proportionally with the increased rendering load. The data suggests that for a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K, High settings are the maximum viable option, while Medium settings at 4K (70.1 FPS) offer a slight headroom. The pattern confirms that this is a GPU-limited scenario at 4K, with the CPU providing no significant constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination shows a wide range of performance. The Low preset yields an average of 190.1 FPS, which is exceptionally fluid. The Medium preset drops to 136.2 FPS, and the High preset further reduces to 120.3 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 107.8 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. This shows that at 1080p, the system can handle any preset with ease, though the jump from Low to Medium is a 53.9 FPS drop, indicating a significant increase in GPU load.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 148 FPS, which is a 42.1 FPS drop from the 1080p Low result. Medium averages 101.5 FPS, and High averages 90.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is still playable at 77.8 FPS. The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate gaming, as even the High preset clears the 90 FPS mark, providing a responsive experience. The difference between 1440p Low and 1440p Ultra is 70.2 FPS, showing that the Ultra preset carries a heavy performance penalty.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates on the most demanding presets. The Low preset averages 99.3 FPS, which is still very smooth. The Medium preset averages 70.1 FPS, and the High preset averages 64.4 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for many users. This indicates that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for a consistently smooth experience, but High settings provide a borderline playable frame rate. The scaling from 4K Low to 4K Ultra shows a 45.3 FPS drop, highlighting the extreme load that Ultra settings place on the GPU at this resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 5 5600G and the RX 9070 XT holds a rank of 450 out of 1636 tested combos for Control. This places it in the top 27.5% of all systems tested, which is a solid position. The CPU itself has a percentile of 78 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19983. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11600H, which has a delta of 0.2% (meaning the 5600G is slightly slower), and the AMD EPYC 7713P, which is also 0.2% slower than the 5600G. This shows the CPU is competitive with other mid-range performers.

The GPU has a percentile of 82 against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39647. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon Pro 575 and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile, which are within 0.1% and 0.2% of its score, respectively. This indicates that the GPU is a high-tier performer. The rank of 450 in Control suggests that while the GPU is powerful, the CPU might be holding back the full potential of the system in certain scenarios, particularly at lower resolutions. The data implies that a stronger CPU could push this combination higher in the rankings for this specific game.

Settings Recommendations

For a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 107.8 FPS, which is more than sufficient for a smooth experience. The High preset at 120.3 FPS offers a marginal improvement in frame rate but with a slight reduction in visual fidelity. Given the high frame rates, users can prioritize visual quality without sacrificing playability.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is recommended, averaging 90.9 FPS. This provides excellent visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS standard. While Ultra at 77.8 FPS is playable, the jump to High offers a significant 13.1 FPS uplift for a minor visual compromise, making it the more balanced option. The Medium preset at 101.5 FPS is also viable for users prioritizing higher refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the best option, averaging 64.4 FPS. This is just above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a mostly smooth experience. The Medium preset at 70.1 FPS offers a safer margin for frame time consistency, but with a noticeable drop in visual quality. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS is not recommended due to the risk of noticeable stuttering and a frame rate that dips below the standard target. The Low preset at 99.3 FPS is an option for users who prioritize frame rate above all else, but it significantly compromises the game’s visual atmosphere.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, plays a supporting role in this configuration. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide adequate processing power to keep up with the GPU in most scenarios. The CPU’s 16 MB of L3 cache helps reduce latency, which is beneficial for game logic and physics calculations. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16758 and a single-core score of 2365, show it is a capable processor.

However, the data suggests the CPU becomes a limiting factor at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the 190.1 FPS average is a strong indicator that the CPU is reaching its limits, as the GPU is capable of higher frame rates. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 5451 and single-thread score of 872 further demonstrate this, showing that while the CPU has decent multi-threaded capabilities, its single-thread performance is not top-tier. This is why the FPS drops significantly when moving from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings, as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. In contrast, at 4K, the CPU has ample headroom, and the GPU is entirely responsible for the performance figures. The CPU’s 65W TDP also indicates it is an efficient part, but this comes at the cost of raw processing power compared to higher-end desktop chips.