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# Control: AMD Ryzen 7 5700 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers a compelling Control experience, landing at rank 206 out of 1636 tested combos. This places the system in the top 13% of all configurations tested, with benchmark data showing the combo handles the game with significant headroom across most settings. The measured FPS reveals a system where the GPU is the primary performance driver at higher resolutions, while the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample support for the game's physics and AI workloads.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep, confirming that rendering resolution places heavy demands on the GPU. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 220.7 at 1920x1080 to 170 at 2560x1440, then to 116 at 3840x2160 — a 47.4% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The pattern is similar at High settings, where 142.6 FPS at 1080p drops to 111.6 at 1440p and 74.1 at 4K, representing a 48% decrease across the resolution range.

This scaling behavior indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting component as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the 220.7 FPS figure suggests the CPU is near its ceiling, as the GPU has enough headroom to render frames faster than the processor can feed it. Moving to 1440p and 4K, the GPU's workload increases substantially, and the frame rates scale with the pixel count rather than CPU capability.

The delta between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the gap between Low (220.7 FPS) and Ultra (125.8 FPS) is 94.9 FPS, while at 4K the gap narrows to 50.5 FPS (116 vs 65.5). This compression at 4K suggests that pixel throughput becomes the dominant constraint, making the GPU's 672.3 GB/s memory bandwidth and 44.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance the key factors in determining final frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

With a combo rank of 206 out of 1636 tested configurations, this system sits comfortably in the upper tier of results. The percentile placement indicates that roughly 87% of tested combos deliver lower performance in Control, which is consistent with the high-end GPU and capable mid-range CPU combination.

The ranking reflects the balance between the Ryzen 7 5700's strong multi-threaded performance and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's rasterization power. In the database's broader benchmark suite, the CPU achieves an 84th percentile ranking across all processors, while the GPU sits at the 86th percentile across all graphics cards. When combined, these components produce a system that outperforms the vast majority of alternatives in this game.

The data shows that the combo's rank is not solely dependent on the GPU. The Ryzen 7 5700's benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655 and a single-core score of 2916, place it within 0.7% of the Intel Core i9-9900K in average benchmark score (27220 vs 27043). This CPU performance ensures that the system does not bottleneck the GPU's output at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 brings 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration is well-suited for Control's action-adventure gameplay, which typically benefits from multiple cores for physics simulation and AI pathfinding. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and 7 nm process node contribute to its efficient operation.

Benchmark results show the CPU's multi-threaded capability is its strength. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 and max-thread score of 6617 are nearly identical, indicating that the processor scales well with additional threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655 demonstrates substantial parallel processing power, while the single-core score of 2916 shows adequate per-thread performance for game logic.

In Control, the CPU's role becomes most apparent at 1080p Low settings, where the 220.7 FPS average suggests the processor is keeping pace with the GPU's output. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1762 and 4-thread score of 3382 indicate that even limited thread counts deliver solid performance, which is typical for games that rely heavily on one or two primary threads. The CPU's 84th percentile ranking among all processors reinforces that it is not a weak link in this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 220.7 FPS, while Medium reaches 160.4 FPS and High achieves 142.6 FPS. Ultra settings still maintain a smooth 125.8 FPS, demonstrating that even the most demanding preset is playable at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but show the expected reduction. Low settings average 170 FPS, Medium drops to 122.3 FPS, and High delivers 111.6 FPS. Ultra settings maintain 92.9 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 3840x2160, the system still provides playable performance across all presets. Low settings achieve 116 FPS, Medium reaches 80.6 FPS, and High averages 74.1 FPS. Ultra settings produce 65.5 FPS, which is adequate for 60Hz displays but may not fully utilize higher refresh rate panels. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent performance drop, with the GPU's memory bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s becoming increasingly important at higher pixel counts.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the dominant component in this combo's gaming performance. Its Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process, includes 8448 shading units and 264 texture mapping units. The GPU's boost clock of 2610 MHz and 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provide substantial bandwidth for high-resolution textures.

The GPU's benchmark results place it at the 86th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 48704. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA CMP 50HX, scores 49071 (0.7% higher), while the NVIDIA RTX A2000 trails by 1.6% with a score of 47915. This positioning indicates the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a high-tier performer, though not the absolute fastest available.

In Control, the GPU's role is most evident at 4K resolution, where the frame rates scale more directly with the GPU's compute capabilities. The 44.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 250.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are sufficient to maintain 74.1 FPS at High settings in 4K. The 96 ROPs ensure efficient pixel processing, while the 66 RT cores provide ray tracing capability, although the measured data does not include ray tracing-specific results.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, High settings at 2560x1440 provide an excellent experience with 111.6 FPS average. This configuration delivers smooth gameplay while maintaining substantial visual fidelity. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are viable at 125.8 FPS, allowing players to maximize visual quality without sacrificing frame rate.

For 4K displays, High settings at 74.1 FPS offer the most consistent experience, as the frame rate remains above 60 FPS. Medium settings at 80.6 FPS provide additional headroom for demanding scenes, while Ultra at 65.5 FPS is playable but leaves less margin for frame rate drops during intense combat sequences.

Players prioritizing maximum frame rates should consider Low settings, which deliver 220.7 FPS at 1080p and 116 FPS at 4K. The data shows that even Low settings in Control maintain a high level of visual clarity, making this a viable option for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays. The 170 FPS average at 1440p Low settings is particularly notable for gamers with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 with High settings delivers 111.6 FPS average, offering the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 4K, High settings maintain 74.1 FPS, which is above 60 FPS but with less headroom.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 206th out of 1636 tested combos for Control, placing it in the top 13% of all systems evaluated. This rank reflects the strong performance of both the CPU and GPU in this game.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the GPU is the limiting component, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling with resolution changes. The 65.5 FPS at Ultra 4K compared to 125.8 FPS at Ultra 1080p shows a 47.9% drop that aligns with the increased pixel workload.

Q: What is the maximum FPS achievable at 1080p?

A: Low settings at 1920x1080 produce the highest measured average FPS of 220.7. Ultra settings at the same resolution still achieve 125.8 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay across all presets.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 48704 is 0.7% lower than the NVIDIA CMP 50HX (49071) and 1.6% higher than the NVIDIA RTX A2000 (47915). The RTX A1000 Mobile trails by 2% with a score of 47743.

Q: Does the CPU's multi-threaded performance impact gaming results?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655 and 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 indicate strong parallel processing capability. This ensures the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU at lower resolutions, as shown by 220.7 FPS at 1080p Low settings.