Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX combination delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Control, with benchmark results showing consistent triple-digit frame rates at mainstream resolutions. The data reveals a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, yet still retains enough CPU headroom to push very high frame rates when graphical load is reduced. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to explain the role each component plays and how this specific pairing ranks against the broader database.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern across the three tested resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 225 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that average to 170 FPS, a reduction of 55 FPS. At 4K Low, the average falls further to 115 FPS. This progression illustrates that even at the lowest settings, the workload scales significantly with pixel count, indicating that the GPU is the primary driver of performance even when settings are minimal.

The scaling behavior changes character when settings are increased. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 142 at 1080p, to 107 at 1440p, and finally to 72 at 4K. The percentage drop between 1080p and 1440p is roughly 25%, while the drop between 1440p and 4K is roughly 33%. This non-linear scaling suggests that at 4K, the RX 7900 XTX is increasingly saturated by the rendering load, and the frame rate falls off more steeply as resolution increases.

At Ultra settings, the pattern becomes even more pronounced. The average FPS is 123 at 1080p, 93 at 1440p, and 63 at 4K. The difference between 1440p and 4K here is exactly 30 FPS, which represents a 32% decline. This data indicates that Ultra settings at 4K push the GPU to its limits, resulting in a frame rate that is still playable but notably lower than the high-refresh targets achieved at lower resolutions.

The limiting component is clearly the GPU across all tested configurations. The CPU, a 6-core Zen 4 part, is capable of delivering frame rates well above 200 FPS at 1080p Low, as shown by the 225 FPS result. Since the frame rate drops consistently with every resolution increase, the RX 7900 XTX is the bottleneck. The data shows that the 7400F has sufficient headroom to feed the GPU even at 1080p, where the CPU load is typically highest, making the GPU the definitive performance limiter in Control.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, running on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. Its base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, and it features 32 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU scores 21,765 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,072 points in single-core, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs tested.

In the context of Control, the CPU's role is to maintain a high enough frame rate ceiling so that the GPU is never starved. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 225 FPS, which is a strong indicator of CPU capability. This score demonstrates that the 7400F can handle the game's simulation and draw-call overhead at very high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor.

The nearest rivals in CPU benchmarks include the Intel Core i5-14600T, which scores 32,707 on average, a 0.1% difference from the 7400F's 32,750 average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812, which is -0.2% relative to the 7400F. These close scores suggest that the 7400F offers comparable processing power to these alternatives in general workloads, and the measured game FPS reflects a CPU that is more than adequate for Control.

Given that the FPS drops from 225 at 1080p Low to 170 at 1440p Low, the CPU is not the bottleneck. If the CPU were limiting, the frame rate would remain relatively constant across resolutions at the same settings. Instead, the consistent drop with resolution increase confirms that the game is GPU-bound. The CPU's boost clock of 4.70 GHz and 6 physical cores are sufficient to handle the game's threading, as evidenced by the high FPS at lower resolutions where CPU load is typically higher.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a flagship GPU based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, featuring the Navi 31 chip. It operates with a base clock of 1929 MHz and a boost clock of 2498 MHz, with a game clock of 2365 MHz. The GPU is equipped with 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. Its compute capabilities include 6144 shading units and 96 ray accelerators, delivering 61.39 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

The GPU's role in Control is dominant, as the resolution scaling data clearly shows. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 123 FPS, but this drops to 63 FPS at 4K Ultra. This 50% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K underscores the GPU's workload intensity at higher resolutions. The GPU is the sole reason for this drop, as the CPU has been shown to be capable of higher frame rates.

The RX 7900 XTX's 24 GB VRAM buffer is ample for Control at all tested settings, as there is no indication of memory-related performance degradation in the data. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s supports high-resolution textures and effects without a significant penalty. The benchmark results show that the GPU maintains playable frame rates even at 4K Ultra, confirming that the memory subsystem is not a limiting factor.

The GPU's percentile ranking is 64th among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19,410. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB with a score of 19,334 (0.4% delta) and the NVIDIA TITAN Xp with 19,177 (1.2% delta). These comparisons are based on average synthetic scores, but in Control, the RX 7900 XTX's performance is defined by its ability to scale frame rates with settings, as the measured data shows a wide range from 63 FPS at 4K Ultra to 225 FPS at 1080p Low.

The GPU's high boost clock of 2498 MHz and 6144 shading units allow it to handle the game's particle effects and physics calculations efficiently. The frame rate differences between Medium and High settings at each resolution show the GPU's scaling efficiency. For example, at 1440p, Medium yields 121 FPS while High yields 107 FPS, a 14 FPS difference that indicates the GPU has headroom to spare at these settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Control?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 225 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average frame rate of 63 FPS, which is the lowest measured result in the data set.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The frame rate drops consistently as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K at all settings, which shows the GPU is being saturated while the CPU has headroom.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate is 170 FPS on Low settings and 93 FPS on Ultra settings, a difference of 77 FPS.

Q: Does the combo achieve over 100 FPS at 4K with any settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 115 FPS. At Medium settings, it achieves 82 FPS.

Q: How does the combo's CPU benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T's score of 32,707.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX ranks 362nd out of 2,888 tested combos in Control. This places the pairing in the top 12.5% of all configurations in the database. The rank reflects the overall performance capability of this specific CPU-GPU pairing in this particular game.

This ranking is notable because it shows the combo outperforms the vast majority of tested systems, even though the CPU is a more recent budget-oriented part. The RX 7900 XTX's strong performance at lower resolutions likely contributes to this high rank, as the game's frame rates at 1080p and 1440p are very competitive. The 362nd rank out of 2,888 combos suggests that this pairing delivers a high level of performance that is better than 87.5% of tested configurations.

The combo's rank is a holistic measure of its performance across all tested settings and resolutions. While the 4K Ultra result of 63 FPS is not exceptional, the high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p boost the overall ranking. The data shows that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at standard resolutions, while still maintaining playable frame rates at 4K with adjusted settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. With Low settings, the average FPS is 225. Medium settings yield an average of 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 FPS and a maximum of 184 FPS. High settings produce an average of 142 FPS. Ultra settings bring the average down to 123 FPS. The 1080p results show a spread of 102 FPS from Low to Ultra, indicating that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down accordingly. Low settings average 170 FPS. Medium settings average 121 FPS, with a minimum of 103 FPS and a maximum of 139 FPS. High settings average 107 FPS. Ultra settings average 93 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 77 FPS, which is narrower than at 1080p, showing that the GPU is beginning to feel the load of higher pixel counts.

At 3840x2160, the performance is more constrained. Low settings achieve an average of 115 FPS. Medium settings average 82 FPS, with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 94 FPS. High settings average 72 FPS. Ultra settings average 63 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra at 4K is 52 FPS, which is the smallest of the three resolutions, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor and that settings have a reduced relative impact at this resolution.

The Medium settings results are the only ones that include minimum and maximum FPS data. At 1080p Medium, the min and max are 136 and 184 FPS. At 1440p Medium, they are 103 and 139 FPS. At 4K Medium, they are 69 and 94 FPS. These ranges indicate that the frame pacing is consistent, with a spread of roughly 25-48 FPS between the minimum and maximum, which suggests smooth performance without significant stutters.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Ultra preset provides the most immersive experience at 1080p and 1440p. At 1080p Ultra, the combo averages 123 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and allows for high-refresh-rate displays. At 1440p Ultra, the average is 93 FPS, which is still very playable and provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance.

For 4K displays, the High preset is the recommended choice. At 4K High, the combo averages 72 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target. The Ultra preset at 4K yields 63 FPS, which is closer to the 60 FPS threshold and may result in occasional dips below it. The High preset offers a more comfortable margin while still delivering enhanced visuals over Medium settings.

The Medium preset is a viable option for users who prioritize higher frame rates over visual quality. At 1440p Medium, the combo achieves 121 FPS, and at 1080p Medium, it reaches 160 FPS. The data shows that Medium settings provide a significant performance boost over High and Ultra, making it suitable for competitive play or for users with high-refresh-rate monitors who want to maximize frame rates.

The Low preset is the least recommended for Control, as the game's visual presentation is a key component of its experience. However, at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 225 FPS, which could be useful for esports-style play or for testing CPU limits. For most users, the High preset at 1440p is the sweet spot, as it delivers 107 FPS, which is high enough for smooth gameplay while maintaining good visual quality. The data supports that the Ultra preset is best reserved for 1080p and 1440p use, while High is the optimal choice for 4K.