Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination delivers a playable, if not flawless, experience in Control. The data shows a pairing that is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, the roles of each component, and how this combo stacks against the broader database.

FAQ

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

A: According to the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 is the strongest resolution. At High settings, the combo achieves an average of 82 FPS, while 2560x1440 High yields 62 FPS, and 3840x2160 High drops to 42 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's single-threaded performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700's average benchmark score of 25517 is nearly identical to its closest rivals. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Xeon D-2752TER and 0.1% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, indicating very tight competition in this performance tier.

Q: Is the GPU's performance closer to the RTX 3060 Ti or the RX 7700?

A: The Radeon RX 9060's average benchmark score of 16014 places it 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (score 16129) and 1% above the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (score 15852). It sits effectively between these two cards.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Control?*

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS is 66, which is playable. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 36 FPS, which is below the smooth 60 FPS target for most players.

Q: What is the frame time consistency like at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The data includes min and max FPS values for this specific configuration. At 2560x1440 Medium, the average is 70 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS, showing a relatively tight and stable frame delivery window.

Q: How does the CPU perform in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 shows strong scaling with thread count. Its 3DMark score jumps from 3382 at 4 threads to 6628 at 16 threads, and its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 20655, indicating solid performance for tasks that utilize all 8 cores and 16 threads.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 9060 is the primary driver of visual fidelity in Control. The GPU is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but may become a limiting factor at higher resolutions with Ultra settings. The core clock speeds are substantial, with a base of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock reaching 2990 MHz. These high frequencies, paired with 1792 shading units and 28 ray accelerators, are what allow the card to process the game's complex rendering effects.

The GPU's compute capabilities are significant, with an FP32 throughput of 21.43 TFLOPS. This raw power translates directly to frame rates. The benchmark results show a clear performance hierarchy based on settings. At 1920x1080, the GPU can push an average of 130 FPS on Low settings, but this drops to 71 FPS on Ultra. This 59 FPS difference demonstrates how demanding the Ultra preset is on the GPU's resources. The trend is similar at 2560x1440, where the average FPS goes from 98 on Low to 54 on Ultra.

The card's overall standing is reflected in its average benchmark score of 16014, which puts it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, has a slightly higher average score of 16129 (0.7% higher), while the AMD Radeon RX 7700 is 1% lower. This indicates that the RX 9060 is a solid mid-range performer. In Control, the GPU's performance ceiling is most evident at 4K. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160, even Low settings only produce an average of 66 FPS, and High settings fall to 42 FPS. This suggests that the 8 GB VRAM and memory bandwidth are not quite sufficient to handle the high-resolution textures and rendering loads of Control at maximum quality.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 serves as the supporting platform, ensuring the GPU is fed with data. This processor is part of the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Cezanne) using a 7 nm process. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, which is a robust configuration for modern gaming. The base clock is 3.70 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.60 GHz. This high boost clock is crucial for gaming, as it directly impacts the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache also helps reduce memory latency, which can positively impact frame pacing.

The CPU's benchmark scores indicate it has strong single-threaded and multi-threaded capabilities. For instance, it scores 2916 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 20655 in multi-core. More importantly, its 3DMark scores show good scaling: 1762 for 2 threads, 3382 for 4 threads, 5585 for 8 threads, and 6617 for max threads. This scaling suggests that the processor can effectively utilize its 16 threads, which can be beneficial in Control during scenes with many physics calculations or AI entities.

In terms of its competition, the CPU's average benchmark score of 25517 places it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rivals are all within a 0.3% performance delta. The data shows it is 0.1% slower than the Intel Xeon D-2752TER and 0.1% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U. This indicates the Ryzen 7 5700 is a very competitive mid-range processor. For Control, the CPU is likely not the bottleneck. The measured FPS differences between Low and Ultra settings at the same resolution are primarily driven by the GPU's workload. The CPU's job is to maintain a stable frame delivery, and with a strong multi-threaded score of 24303 in PassMark, it is well-equipped to handle the game's demands without causing significant frame drops.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined performance of the Ryzen 7 5700 and RX 9060 is placed in a specific context by the benchmark database. This specific pairing holds a combo rank of 1632 out of 2888 total tested combinations for Control. This rank places it in the 56th percentile of all combos, suggesting it is a better-than-average pairing, but not a top-tier performer.

This rank is a result of the balance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU's performance is above average (78th percentile), while the GPU is slightly below that (59th percentile). The combination results in a system that is well-matched for the game, without a major bottleneck from either side. The ranking indicates that many other combinations of high-end CPUs and GPUs will outperform it, but it also shows that it is a significant step above lower-tier hardware. The rank of 1632 suggests that for a mid-range system, this combo provides a solid foundation for playing Control at playable frame rates, especially at 1080p and 1440p. The data implies that users looking to push 4K Ultra settings would need a more powerful GPU to climb significantly higher in the rankings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed look at how the system performs across different resolutions and settings. The data is structured to show the average FPS, with some entries also including minimum and maximum FPS values for frame time analysis.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. The average FPS scales from 130 on Low settings to 92 on Medium, 82 on High, and 71 on Ultra. The Medium settings entry shows a minimum of 78 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS, indicating good frame pacing with no severe dips below the average. All settings at this resolution are playable, with even Ultra providing a smooth 71 FPS average.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains respectable. The average FPS is 98 on Low, 70 on Medium, 62 on High, and 54 on Ultra. The Medium settings entry shows a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. This suggests that while the average is decent, the minimum FPS can dip close to 60, which might be noticeable on a high-refresh-rate monitor. High settings at 62 FPS are still playable, but the Ultra preset begins to show strain.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become apparent. The average FPS is 66 on Low, 47 on Medium, 42 on High, and 36 on Ultra. Only the Low settings preset provides an average above 60 FPS. The Medium settings entry shows a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 54 FPS, indicating a wider variance and less stable frame delivery. The High and Ultra presets are below the 60 FPS threshold, making them less ideal for a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For a standard 60 Hz display, the goal is to maintain an average FPS above 60.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice. With an average of 71 FPS, it provides the highest visual quality while still exceeding the 60 FPS target. If a player has a 144 Hz monitor, the Low preset at 130 FPS or Medium at 92 FPS would be better suited to take advantage of the higher refresh rate.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is recommended for a 60 Hz display. It delivers an average of 62 FPS, which is just above the target, and provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset at 70 FPS offers a more comfortable margin above 60 FPS and is a safer choice if frame drops are a concern. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

For 3840x2160, the options are more constrained. The Low preset is the only one that achieves a playable average of 66 FPS. The Medium preset at 47 FPS is below the 60 FPS target but may be acceptable for players who prioritize visual quality over smoothness. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for 4K gaming with this hardware, as their average FPS of 42 and 36, respectively, will likely result in a noticeably stuttery experience. For a consistent 60 FPS experience at 4K, users would need to lower the resolution or reduce settings to Low.