Control

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 produces a combination that ranks near the bottom of the tested pool for Control, landing at 1526 out of 1636 total combos. This places it in the 6th percentile of all tested configurations, a position driven almost entirely by the GPU's age and architectural limits rather than the CPU's capabilities. The data reveals a system that can achieve playable frame rates only under specific, restrictive settings, and the benchmark results consistently highlight the RX 580 as the primary bottleneck across all resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Control?*

A: The combination ranks 1526 out of 1636 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 7% of all configurations. This low ranking is consistent with the measured frame rates, which rarely exceed 60 FPS even at the lowest settings.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its nearest CPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26617, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (26574, deltaPct 0.2) and the Intel Core i9-12900HK (26672, deltaPct -0.2). It also sits just ahead of the AMD EPYC 8024P (26555, deltaPct 0.2) and the Intel Core i9-11900K (26546, deltaPct 0.3).

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

A: The highest recorded average is 61.4 FPS, achieved only at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the sole configuration in the measured data that crosses the 60 FPS threshold.

*Q: Does the RX 580's performance in Control reflect its general GPU benchmark standing?*

A: The RX 580 sits at the 53rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13559. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570, has a nearly identical score of 13564 (deltaPct 0), indicating that the RX 580's struggles in Control are consistent with its overall mid-range positioning.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 580 have, and does it appear sufficient for this game?

A: The RX 580 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. Despite the seemingly adequate capacity, the GPU's memory clocks of 2000 MHz (8 Gbps effective) and overall compute limits restrict performance, as seen in the sub-30 FPS results at 4K.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance relative to its multi-thread performance?

A: In Cinebench R23, the Ryzen 5 7600 scores 3246 in single-core and 22992 in multi-core. The single-core score is exceptionally high, ranking in the top tier, while the 6-core, 12-thread configuration delivers strong multi-threaded results that are more than adequate for gaming workloads.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1526 out of 1636 places it in the lower decile of all tested systems for Control. This is not a surprising outcome given the GPU's percentile ranking of 53, which puts it squarely in the middle of the pack globally, but the game's demands push it down further. The CPU, by contrast, is an 83rd percentile processor, indicating that the processor is not the limiting factor. The data suggests that this pairing is heavily imbalanced for Control, where the GPU's compute throughput (6.175 TFLOPS FP32) is insufficient to drive high frame rates at demanding settings.

Benchmark results show that the CPU's average score of 26617 is within 0.3% of several high-end rivals, including the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Core i9-11900K. Yet, the measured FPS in Control do not reflect this CPU strength. The gap between the CPU's synthetic capabilities and the in-game results underscores how the GPU dominates the performance equation. For context, the GPU's nearest rivals, such as the GTX 570 and GTX 950, are all older architectures with similar score deltas, confirming that the RX 580 is a mid-range part from a previous era being asked to run a 2019 title with modern rendering features.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is the definitive bottleneck in this configuration. Its 8 GB of GDDR5 VRAM is a notable asset, but the memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s and the 256-bit bus are not enough to compensate for the older GCN 4.0 architecture. The GPU's base clock of 1257 MHz and boost clock of 1340 MHz are modest, and the 2304 shading units, while numerous, operate at a 14 nm process node that limits efficiency.

In Control, the GPU's role is most evident in the scaling between settings. At 1080p, dropping from Ultra (35.8 FPS) to Low (61.4 FPS) yields a 71.5% improvement, indicating that the GPU is heavily taxed by the game's visual effects. The GPU's DirectX 12 support (12_0) is present, but its PassMark DirectX 12 score of 43 is low, suggesting poor optimization for modern APIs. The 8 GB VRAM appears sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p, but the GPU's raw pixel rate of 42.88 GPixel/s and texture rate of 193.0 GTexel/s are simply too low to maintain fluid gameplay at higher resolutions or settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 61.4 FPS on Low, 47.8 FPS on Medium, 37.8 FPS on High, and 35.8 FPS on Ultra. The jump from Low to Medium costs 13.6 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is only 2.0 FPS, suggesting diminishing returns at the top end.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly. Low averages 48.0 FPS, Medium 34.3 FPS, High 28.9 FPS, and Ultra 23.8 FPS. The 1440p Low result is the only setting at this resolution that approaches playability, but it still falls short of 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results are largely unplayable. Low averages 33.1 FPS, Medium 26.0 FPS, High 17.8 FPS, and Ultra 20.8 FPS. The Ultra setting at 4K is actually slightly higher than High, which may indicate inconsistent frame pacing or measurement variance, but both are well below acceptable thresholds.

The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 580 can only produce a smooth experience at 1080p Low, and even then, it barely hits 60 FPS. Every other configuration requires compromises that result in sub-60 FPS averages.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the only configuration that provides a consistently smooth experience is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which averages 61.4 FPS. This is the sole preset to exceed the 60 FPS target, making it the recommended choice for players prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity.

For those willing to accept lower frame rates, 1920x1080 Medium at 47.8 FPS offers a balance between visual quality and playability, though it may feel less responsive. At 1440p, Low settings at 48.0 FPS is the only viable option, but it still falls short of ideal smoothness. The 4K resolution should be avoided entirely, as even Low settings at 33.1 FPS do not provide an acceptable experience.

The data indicates that the Ultra preset is not worth the performance penalty. At 1080p, Ultra (35.8 FPS) is only 2.0 FPS higher than High (37.8 FPS), yet it demands more from the GPU. Players should prioritize resolution and settings that keep the frame rate above 45 FPS for a playable experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is a modern processor based on the Zen 4 architecture. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz provide exceptional single-thread performance, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3246. The 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth (DDR5) are more than sufficient for gaming.

In Control, the CPU is not the limiting factor. The benchmark results show that the CPU outperforms its nearest rivals by a narrow margin, yet the in-game FPS are constrained by the GPU. The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 27058 and 3DMark max threads score of 6503 indicate ample headroom for the game's physics and AI calculations. The 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node also suggest that thermal throttling is unlikely to be an issue, allowing the CPU to maintain its boost clocks during extended sessions.

The data implies that upgrading the GPU would yield significant performance gains without needing to replace the CPU. The Ryzen 5 7600's capabilities are largely untapped in this pairing, as its high single-thread performance is wasted when the GPU cannot deliver frames fast enough.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drops from 1080p to 4K are steep and reveal the GPU-centric bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 61.4 at 1080p to 48.0 at 1440p (a 21.8% decrease) and then to 33.1 at 4K (a 46.1% decrease from 1080p). At Ultra settings, the drop is even more severe: 35.8 FPS at 1080p down to 23.8 FPS at 1440p (33.5% decrease) and 20.8 FPS at 4K (41.9% decrease).

These scaling patterns are characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would remain relatively constant across resolutions, as the CPU's workload does not change significantly with resolution. Instead, the substantial drops indicate that the RX 580's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed as the pixel count increases. The 4K results, which hover around 20-33 FPS, show that the GPU is operating at its absolute limit, while the CPU remains underutilized.

The data suggests that players should stick to 1080p to get the most out of this combo. At 1440p, the performance penalty is significant, and at 4K, the experience is unplayable. The scaling behavior confirms that the RX 580 is the primary constraint, and any future upgrades should focus on the GPU to unlock the Ryzen 5 7600's full potential.