Control

# Control with AMD Ryzen 7 5700 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a playable but not uniformly smooth Control experience across resolutions, with the data showing a clear GPU-bound pattern at higher settings and a CPU-limited ceiling at 1080p Low. This combo ranks 2008 out of 3720 tested combinations in Control, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database — respectable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but with noticeable compromises at 4K Ultra.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a steep falloff as resolution climbs, which is typical for a mid-range GPU paired with a capable eight-core CPU. At 1080p High, the average is 88 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 67 FPS — a 24% reduction. At 4K High, the average falls to 45 FPS, which is 49% below the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern indicates the RTX 4060 becomes the limiting factor well before the Ryzen 7 5700's processing headroom is exhausted.

The gap between 1440p and 4K is particularly telling. From 1440p High (67 FPS) to 4K High (45 FPS), the drop is 22 FPS, or roughly one-third. This is a larger relative decline than the 1080p-to-1440p step, suggesting the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are struggling to feed the higher pixel count. The 272.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is modest for 4K workloads, and the data reflects that in the diminishing returns at higher resolutions.

At Low settings, the scaling is different. 1080p Low averages 140 FPS, while 1440p Low hits 106 FPS and 4K Low manages 71 FPS. The 1080p-to-1440p drop is 24%, but the 1440p-to-4K drop is 33% — again, the GPU's memory subsystem becomes the bottleneck at 4K. Notably, 4K Low (71 FPS) is actually faster than 1440p High (67 FPS), which shows that lowering settings can offset the resolution penalty more effectively than trying to brute-force higher detail levels.

The limiting component at 1080p is likely the CPU in certain scenes, given that the Ryzen 7 5700's single-thread score of 901 in 3DMark and 2916 in Cinebench R23 are solid but not exceptional. However, at 4K Ultra (39 FPS), the GPU is unquestionably the constraining factor, as the frame rate drops below 40 even with the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities (6628 in 3DMark 16-thread) sitting idle.

GPU Role

The RTX 4060's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth, is the defining hardware characteristic for Control's performance. The GPU's base clock is 1830 MHz, boosting to 2460 MHz, and it packs 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs. The 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores are present, but Control's implementation of ray tracing and DLSS is not reflected in these measured rows, which use standard rasterization settings.

The 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is respectable for a card in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, but the memory configuration limits its effectiveness at high resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the average is 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 and maximum of 114 — a tight range that suggests consistent frame pacing. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 75 FPS (min 64, max 86), and at 4K Medium, it falls to 51 FPS (min 43, max 58). The min-to-max spread widens at higher resolutions, from 30 FPS at 1080p to 15 FPS at 4K, indicating more variance as the GPU nears its limits.

The GPU's die is AD107 on TSMC's 5 nm process, with 18,900 million transistors on a 159 mm² die. The 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate and 236.2 GTexel/s texture rate are sufficient for 1080p, but the 128-bit memory interface is the bottleneck. The card's predecessor is GeForce 30 and successor is GeForce 50, per the database, and it is marked as end-of-life production.

Compared to its nearest GPU rivals, the RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 sits within 0.7% of the AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509) and 0.3% of the AMD Radeon 780M (17588). This is a tight cluster, meaning the 4060 is not dramatically faster than these alternatives in synthetic tests. The PassMark G3D score of 19545 and DirectX 12 score of 76 reinforce this middling position.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle Control at 4K?

A: At 4K High, the average is 45 FPS, which is playable but not smooth. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 39 FPS — below the 40 FPS threshold many consider minimum for action games. For a consistent 60 FPS at 4K, you would need to use Low settings, which average 71 FPS.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700 bottlenecking the RTX 4060?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo hits 140 FPS average, which is high but not exceptionally so. The CPU's single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 901, Cinebench R23 single-core of 2916) is adequate, but the 8-core/16-thread design with a 3.70 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost is more than enough for most scenes. The data suggests the GPU is the primary limiter at 1440p and above.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: 1440p offers the best balance. At 1440p High, the average is 67 FPS, which is smooth for most players. 1080p is faster (88 FPS at High) but leaves performance on the table, while 4K requires dropping to Medium (51 FPS) or Low (71 FPS) to stay playable.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 is 0.3% above the AMD Radeon 780M (17588) and 0.7% above the AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509), but 0.2% below the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666). This means the 4060 is statistically indistinguishable from these cards in synthetic tests, though Control-specific results may vary.

Q: Does the CPU's cache configuration affect gaming performance?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has 16 MB of L3 cache, with 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core. This is standard for Zen 3 Cezanne parts. The CPU's 3DMark 8-thread score of 5585 and max-thread score of 6617 indicate strong multi-threading, but Control is not heavily CPU-bound, so cache size has minimal impact on the measured FPS.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for this combo?

A: Only Medium settings report minimum FPS. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 84 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it is 64 FPS. At 4K Medium, it falls to 43 FPS. These figures suggest that 4K Medium is the lowest playable setting without frequent stutter.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3720 tested combinations in the Control database, this CPU-GPU pairing ranks 2008th. This is just past the midpoint — 54% of tested combos are faster. The rank reflects the RTX 4060's position in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 7 5700 sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. The CPU is comparatively stronger, but the GPU's modest memory bandwidth pulls the overall combo down.

The Ryzen 7 5700's nearest CPU rivals, by average benchmark score, are the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, -0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, +0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550, -0.1%), and AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (25446, +0.3%). The CPU's own average benchmark score is 25517, placing it essentially tied with these parts. This means the 5700 is not a standout performer in synthetic tests, but its 8 cores and 16 threads at a 65 W TDP are efficient.

The RTX 4060's GPU rank is 61st percentile, with an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rivals are all AMD cards — the HD 7790, Radeon 780M, Radeon Pro 560, and Radeon Pro 460 — none of which are modern gaming GPUs. This suggests the 4060's synthetic performance is roughly equivalent to older or integrated solutions, though real-world gaming may differ.

In Control specifically, the combo's 2008th rank out of 3720 means it sits in the lower-middle of the pack. For context, a combo that hits 60 FPS at 1440p High would likely rank higher, but this pairing's 67 FPS at 1440p High is just above that threshold. The rank is dragged down by the 4K results, where the GPU's limitations are exposed.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides average FPS for all combinations of four resolutions and four settings, with minimum and maximum FPS for Medium settings only. Here is the complete breakdown:

At 3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 71 FPS average
• Medium: 51 FPS average, 43 FPS minimum, 58 FPS maximum
• High: 45 FPS average
• Ultra: 39 FPS average

At 2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 106 FPS average
• Medium: 75 FPS average, 64 FPS minimum, 86 FPS maximum
• High: 67 FPS average
• Ultra: 58 FPS average

At 1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 140 FPS average
• Medium: 99 FPS average, 84 FPS minimum, 114 FPS maximum
• High: 88 FPS average
• Ultra: 77 FPS average

The Medium settings rows are the only ones with min/max data. At 1080p Medium, the 84-114 FPS range shows a 30 FPS spread, indicating occasional dips but generally smooth gameplay. At 1440p Medium, the 64-86 FPS range has a 22 FPS spread — tighter, but the average is lower. At 4K Medium, the 43-58 FPS range has just a 15 FPS spread, meaning the GPU is consistently near its limit.

Comparing settings at each resolution: at 1080p, the jump from Low (140 FPS) to Medium (99 FPS) is a 29% drop, Medium to High (88 FPS) is 11%, and High to Ultra (77 FPS) is 13%. At 1440p, Low (106 FPS) to Medium (75 FPS) is 29%, Medium to High (67 FPS) is 11%, and High to Ultra (58 FPS) is 13%. At 4K, Low (71 FPS) to Medium (51 FPS) is 28%, Medium to High (45 FPS) is 12%, and High to Ultra (39 FPS) is 13%. The consistent ~28-29% drop from Low to Medium, and ~11-13% for subsequent steps, suggests the settings presets scale uniformly across resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 88 FPS average is the sweet spot — it offers a 13% improvement over Ultra (77 FPS) with minimal visual difference in most scenes. If you have a 144 Hz monitor, the Low preset at 140 FPS can push closer to refresh rate limits, but the visual compromise is significant. Medium at 99 FPS is a middle ground, though the minimum of 84 FPS is still well above 60.

At 1440p, the High preset at 67 FPS is the best experience per the measured rows. It stays above 60 FPS average, which is the target for most action games. Ultra at 58 FPS is close but dips below 60, which can cause perceptible stutter on standard 60 Hz displays. Low at 106 FPS is overkill for most monitors and sacrifices too much detail. Medium at 75 FPS is a viable alternative if you prefer higher frame rates, but High offers better image quality for only a 12% FPS cost.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Medium at 51 FPS is the highest setting that stays above 50 FPS average, but the 43 FPS minimum is concerning for fast-paced combat. Low at 71 FPS is the only preset that reliably stays above 60, making it the recommended choice for 4K if smoothness is the priority. High at 45 FPS and Ultra at 39 FPS are playable for slower exploration but will struggle during Control's intense firefights and environmental destruction sequences.

Overall, the data indicates this combo is best suited for 1080p High or 1440p High, with 4K reserved for players willing to drop to Low or Medium settings. The 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus are the limiting factors at higher resolutions, and no amount of CPU headroom can compensate for that. For a balanced experience, 1440p High delivers 67 FPS average with the Ryzen 7 5700 providing consistent frame delivery.