Control

Control is a demanding Action Adventure title that stresses both the CPU and GPU, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing delivers a distinctly mid-range experience. The benchmark data shows a combo that can handle the game at 1080p and 1440p with respectable fluidity, but it struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K, where the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, component roles, and settings scaling to show exactly where this pairing excels and where it falls short.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture with a 5 nm process node. It runs at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and can boost up to 5.00 GHz, which provides solid single-thread performance for game logic and physics. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (with 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth) help feed the GPU efficiently, though Control’s engine is not heavily reliant on multi-threading beyond what a modern 6-core part offers. In synthetic benchmarks, the 7500F scores 9,575 in Cinebench R20 multi-core and 1,351 in single-core, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 12,362 and single-core of 2,374.

What matters for Control is that the CPU is rarely the bottleneck at lower resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 130 FPS average, which is a strong indicator that the CPU can push high frame rates when the GPU is not overloaded. However, the CPU’s percentile rank of 77 (versus all CPUs) places it above average but not elite, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H (0.1% faster), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (0.2% slower), and Intel Core i7-13620H (0.2% faster). These deltas are tiny, meaning the 7500F is right in the middle of a tight pack of mid-range processors. In Control, this shows up as consistent frame delivery at 1080p, where the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s output, but the margin narrows at higher resolutions only because the GPU takes over as the limiting factor.

The 7500F’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz is key for Control’s single-threaded tasks, such as AI and physics calculations. The data shows that at 1080p, dropping from Ultra (71 FPS) to Low (130 FPS) yields a 59 FPS gain, which is almost entirely CPU-driven headroom. This suggests the processor has ample capacity to handle the game’s logic, even at the highest settings, without becoming a constraint. The L3 cache size of 32 MB is also beneficial for keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency in complex scenes. Overall, the CPU role here is to provide a stable foundation, and the measured results confirm it does not bottleneck the GPU until the GPU is already overwhelmed.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with a Navi 44 chip on a 4 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1700 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz and a boost clock of 2990 MHz, which are high frequencies for a mid-range card. The 8 GB VRAM is a critical factor in Control, as the game’s textures and effects can push memory usage, especially at 4K. The measured data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 36, and at 4K High it is 42, indicating that the GPU is struggling to maintain playable frame rates at that resolution.

The RX 9060’s synthetic benchmarks place it in the 59th percentile for all GPUs, with an average score of 16,014. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (0.7% faster), AMD Radeon R9 370X (1% slower), and AMD Radeon RX 7700 (1% slower). These small deltas mean the RX 9060 is essentially performance-equivalent to an RTX 3060 Ti, which is a known 1080p/1440p card that struggles at 4K. In Control, this is reflected in the FPS scaling: at 1080p Medium, the card averages 92 FPS, but at 4K Medium, it drops to 47 FPS—a 45 FPS loss. The 8 GB VRAM is likely a contributing factor at 4K, as higher resolutions require more memory for frame buffers and textures, and the card’s 128-bit bus limits bandwidth compared to wider-memory rivals.

The GPU’s boost clock of 2990 MHz helps at lower resolutions, where the card can stretch its legs. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 130 FPS, and at 1440p Low, it reaches 98 FPS, showing that the RX 9060 is capable of high refresh rates at those settings. However, the 4K numbers tell a different story: even at Low settings, the average FPS is 66, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play. The pixel rate of 191.4 GPixel/s and texture rate of 334.9 GTexel/s are respectable, but they are not enough to overcome the memory bandwidth bottleneck at 4K. In summary, the GPU role is to deliver solid 1080p and 1440p performance, but it is the primary reason the combo fails to reach 60 FPS at 4K.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1080p, the combo averages 82 FPS on High, 92 FPS on Medium, and 130 FPS on Low. Moving to 1440p, these numbers drop to 62 FPS on High, 70 FPS on Medium, and 98 FPS on Low. At 4K, the averages fall further to 42 FPS on High, 47 FPS on Medium, and 66 FPS on Low. The percentage drops are significant: from 1080p High (82 FPS) to 1440p High (62 FPS), there is a 24.4% decrease, and from 1440p High to 4K High (42 FPS), another 32.3% decrease. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is the limiting component as resolution increases.

Look at the Low settings to isolate the scaling. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 130 FPS, which is CPU-bound headroom. At 1440p Low, it drops to 98 FPS (a 24.6% decrease), and at 4K Low, it falls to 66 FPS (a 32.7% decrease from 1440p). The fact that even Low settings at 4K cannot maintain 60 FPS confirms that the RX 9060’s memory bandwidth (288.0 GB/s) and 8 GB VRAM are insufficient for 4K rendering, regardless of graphical complexity. The GPU’s 128-bit bus is a notable weakness here, as wider-bus cards would handle higher resolutions more gracefully.

The data also shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 4K, the FPS differences between settings (66 Low, 47 Medium, 42 High, 36 Ultra) are all GPU-bound, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU. In contrast, at 1080p, the jump from Ultra (71 FPS) to Low (130 FPS) suggests the CPU is still capable of pushing more frames if the GPU were faster. This is classic behavior: at 1080p, the pairing is balanced, but at 1440p and especially 4K, the GPU’s limitations dominate. The minimum FPS data (only available for Medium settings) shows 78 FPS at 1080p, 59 FPS at 1440p, and 40 FPS at 4K, indicating that frame pacing also suffers at higher resolutions, likely due to VRAM pressure.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS rows, the best experience depends on the target resolution. At 1080p, the Ultra preset delivers 71 FPS average, which is above the 60 FPS threshold, but the High preset offers 82 FPS, providing a smoother experience with only a minor visual trade-off. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 92 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, but it sacrifices some visual fidelity. For a balanced experience at 1080p, the High preset is recommended because it maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while keeping most graphical features intact.

At 1440p, the High preset averages 62 FPS, which is just barely above 60 FPS, but the minimum FPS could dip below that in intense scenes (the Medium preset shows a 59 FPS minimum). The Medium preset at 1440p averages 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS, making it the safer choice for consistent gameplay. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, so it is not recommended for smooth play. At 4K, none of the presets achieve 60 FPS: the highest is Low at 66 FPS, but that comes with significant visual degradation. The Medium preset at 4K averages 47 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a fast-paced Action Adventure title.

The data suggests that the sweet spot for this combo is 1440p with Medium settings, where the average FPS of 70 and minimum of 59 provide a smooth experience without overwhelming the GPU. At 1080p, High settings offer the best balance of visual quality and performance, with 82 FPS average. For users who prioritize frame rate over visuals, 1080p Low at 130 FPS is the clear winner, but that is a last resort. At 4K, the only viable option is Low settings at 66 FPS, but even that is borderline, and users should consider lowering the resolution or accepting lower frame rates. The measured data does not include ray tracing or DLSS-like features, so the recommendations are purely based on the standard presets.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + AMD Radeon RX 9060 combo ranks 1,632 out of 2,888 tested combos in Control, placing it in the 56.5th percentile of all configurations. This means it performs better than a majority of tested systems, but it is far from top-tier. The rank is driven by the GPU’s mid-range performance, as the CPU is relatively strong for its class. The combo’s position suggests that it will handle 1080p and 1440p gaming well, but it will struggle with 4K, which is consistent with the measured FPS data.

To put this rank in perspective, the GPU’s nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which is 0.7% faster in synthetic benchmarks. This means the RX 9060 is essentially equivalent to a last-generation mid-range card, and the combo’s rank reflects that. The CPU’s nearest rival is the Intel Core i7-11850H, which is 0.1% faster, but the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The rank of 1,632 is a composite measure, and it indicates that this combo is a solid mid-range choice, but it will not compete with high-end systems that feature GPUs with more VRAM and wider memory buses.

The fact that this combo is in the top 43.5% of all tested configurations is noteworthy, but it also highlights the competitive nature of the benchmark database. Many systems with newer or higher-tier GPUs will outrank it, especially at 4K. For users who are considering this combo, the rank is a useful indicator that it is a balanced pairing for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but not for 4K. The data does not include a comparison to other combos with the same CPU or GPU, so the rank is a standalone metric, but it aligns with the FPS results: this is a capable, but not exceptional, gaming setup.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The combo achieves an average of 82 FPS at 1080p with High settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Control?

A: No, the data shows that even at 4K Low settings, the average FPS is 66, but at 4K Medium it drops to 47 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 36 FPS. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus are insufficient for 4K.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 1440p provides an average of 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS, making it the best choice for consistent performance. The High preset averages 62 FPS, which is closer to the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti in average benchmark scores, and 1% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 7700, indicating it is a mid-range card.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock and how does it affect performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which helps maintain high frame rates at 1080p, where the CPU is not the bottleneck. The data shows a 59 FPS difference between 1080p Ultra (71 FPS) and 1080p Low (130 FPS).

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 1,632 out of 2,888 tested combos in Control, placing it in the 56.5th percentile, which is above average but not top-tier.