Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Radeon RX 5700 XT combination delivers a playable but demanding experience in Control, with performance heavily dictated by the GPU. The data shows a clear ceiling at 4K, while 1080p and 1440p offer significant headroom, indicating that the Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary bottleneck in this pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all quality presets, confirming that the Radeon RX 5700 XT is the limiting component in this system. At Ultra settings, the average FPS falls from 65.9 at 1920x1080 to 46.5 at 2560x1440, a reduction of approximately 29%, and then drops further to 32.4 at 3840x2160. This pattern—a roughly 30% decline at each resolution step—is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario where the 8 GB VRAM and memory bandwidth are saturated by the increasing pixel count.

The scaling from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution reinforces this analysis. At 1080p, the spread between Low (114.4 FPS) and Ultra (65.9 FPS) is 48.5 FPS, showing that the GPU has enough headroom to render the scene but is heavily taxed by the visual fidelity. At 4K, the same spread narrows to 29.7 FPS (62.1 Low vs. 32.4 Ultra), indicating that even at Low settings, the pixel throughput demand is so high that the GPU cannot fully compensate for the quality reduction. The result is that 4K gaming is only viable at Low settings, where the 62.1 FPS average is achievable, while High and Ultra dip below 40 FPS.

For 1440p, the resolution scaling is more forgiving. The 85.6 FPS at Low settings drops to 54.2 FPS at High, a 37% reduction, but the game remains fluid at Medium with 61.4 FPS. The data suggests that the sweet spot for this combination is 1440p, where the GPU can maintain playable frame rates across most presets. At 1080p, the CPU's role becomes more prominent, as the high frame rates (up to 114.4 FPS) indicate that the Ryzen 7 5700 is capable of feeding the GPU adequately without becoming a bottleneck.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, provides a robust foundation for Control. The CPU's Zen 3 architecture, running at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, is well-suited for the game's action-adventure physics and AI calculations. The benchmark data shows strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655 and a single-core score of 2916, placing it in the 84th percentile versus all CPUs. This headroom means the CPU is rarely the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU is the bottleneck.

At 1080p Low settings, the 114.4 FPS average demonstrates that the Ryzen 7 5700 can drive frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold. However, as resolution increases, the CPU's workload per frame diminishes relative to the GPU's, which is why the scaling is so pronounced. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth) are adequate for Control's asset streaming, but the data indicates that the GPU's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is the more critical resource in this title.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 5700 shows a negligible average score delta of 0.7% against the Intel Core i9-9900K and 0.8% against the Intel Core i7-12700H. This parity means that swapping the CPU for one of these alternatives would not materially change the FPS results in Control, as the game's performance is dominated by the GPU. The CPU's 65W TDP also suggests efficient power delivery, but the game's frame rate is not constrained by thermal or power limits in the measured data.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is the decisive component in this pairing. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, the GPU is equipped to handle Control's high-resolution textures. However, the 4K results reveal its limitations: at Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 32.4, which is below the playable threshold for most users. The GPU's compute power, rated at 9.754 TFLOPS FP32, is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but strained by the 3840x2160 pixel count.

The GPU's clock speeds—1605 MHz base, 1755 MHz game, and 1905 MHz boost—provide consistent performance across presets. The data shows that the RX 5700 XT performs best when the resolution is kept moderate. At 1440p Medium, the 61.4 FPS average indicates a smooth experience, while High settings at 54.2 FPS are still acceptable. The 4K Low result of 62.1 FPS is the only 4K preset that achieves a playable frame rate, highlighting the GPU's VRAM and bandwidth constraints.

In terms of its benchmark standing, the RX 5700 XT scores 24731 on average, placing it in the 68th percentile versus all GPUs. It is closely matched with the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1%) and the Intel Arc A350M (deltaPct 0.3%). This competitive positioning means that the GPU is a mid-range performer, and the measured FPS in Control reflects this: capable at 1080p and 1440p, but not designed for 4K ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive view of the combination's performance across resolutions and presets:

1080p (1920x1080):

• Low: 114.4 FPS
• Medium: 84.4 FPS
• High: 73.9 FPS
• Ultra: 65.9 FPS

At 1080p, all presets are highly playable, with even Ultra exceeding 60 FPS. The 48.5 FPS difference between Low and Ultra shows the GPU's scaling capability without hitting a hard ceiling.

1440p (2560x1440):

• Low: 85.6 FPS
• Medium: 61.4 FPS
• High: 54.2 FPS
• Ultra: 46.5 FPS

The 1440p results are more mixed. Low and Medium presets remain fluid, but High drops below 60 FPS, and Ultra falls to 46.5 FPS, which may cause perceptible stutter in fast-paced combat.

4K (3840x2160):

• Low: 62.1 FPS
• Medium: 40.1 FPS
• High: 36.6 FPS
• Ultra: 32.4 FPS

At 4K, only Low settings achieve a playable average of 62.1 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra are all below 41 FPS, indicating that the GPU is overwhelmed by the resolution. The 29.7 FPS spread between Low and Ultra is the smallest across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU's raw throughput is the limiting factor.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Control, this pairing ranks 1261 out of 1636 combos, placing it in the lower half of all tested systems. This rank reflects the GPU's age and the demanding nature of the game at higher resolutions. The 84th percentile CPU performance does not compensate for the GPU's 68th percentile standing, as the game is clearly GPU-bound in most scenarios.

The rank suggests that while this combination is competent for 1080p gaming, it falls behind more modern pairings that feature newer GPUs with higher VRAM capacities and faster memory. The data indicates that the RX 5700 XT's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results are subpar. Comparatively, the CPU's nearest rivals—the Intel Core i9-9900K and Intel Core i7-12700H—show a deltaPct of 0.7% and 0.8%, respectively, meaning the CPU is not the differentiator in the ranking.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal experience for this combination is at 1440p with Medium settings, which yields 61.4 FPS. This setting balances visual fidelity with smooth gameplay, avoiding the sub-60 FPS drops seen at High (54.2 FPS) and Ultra (46.5 FPS). For users prioritizing frame rate over visuals, 1080p Ultra at 65.9 FPS is the best high-quality option, as it stays above 60 FPS while delivering the full visual package.

At 1080p, all presets are viable, but Ultra provides the best experience without sacrificing playability. For 4K, the only playable option is Low settings at 62.1 FPS; however, the visual compromise is substantial, and users may prefer to drop to 1440p Medium for a better balance. The data shows no benefit to selecting High or Ultra at 4K, as the frame rates fall below 37 FPS, which is likely to result in a poor experience.

The recommendation is clear: use 1440p Medium for a consistent 60 FPS experience, or 1080p Ultra for maximum quality at playable frame rates. Avoid 4K unless Low settings are acceptable, and avoid Ultra at 1440p due to the 46.5 FPS average.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combo in Control?*

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 at Medium settings delivers 61.4 FPS, making it the best balance of visual quality and playability. At 1080p, Ultra settings achieve 65.9 FPS, which is also excellent.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: Only at Low settings, where the average FPS is 62.1. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 41 FPS (40.1, 36.6, and 32.4 respectively), which is not considered playable.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 shows a deltaPct of 0.7% against the Intel Core i9-9900K and 0.8% against the Intel Core i7-12700H, indicating essentially identical average benchmark scores and negligible impact on game performance.

Q: Is the GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: Yes. The frame rate drops from 114.4 FPS at 1080p Low to 62.1 FPS at 4K Low, a reduction of 45.7%, while the CPU's multi-threaded scores remain strong. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors.

Q: What is the ranking of this combo among all tested systems?

A: It ranks 1261 out of 1636 combinations, placing it in the lower half due to the GPU's performance limitations at high resolutions.

Q: Which settings preset offers the most consistent frame rate?

A: At 1440p, Medium settings provide 61.4 FPS, which is the most consistent playable option. At 1080p, Ultra at 65.9 FPS is the best high-quality preset, as all presets remain above 65 FPS.