Control

Control is an action-adventure title that pushes both the GPU and CPU, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers a remarkably consistent experience across all tested presets. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, but still maintains excellent frame rates even at 1080p where the processor's influence is most pronounced. With an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 chip paired with a high-end Ada Lovelace GPU, this pairing is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming, though the specific settings you choose will determine whether you prioritize visual fidelity or raw frame throughput. The measured results indicate that this is a capable combination that leaves little performance on the table, making it a strong candidate for a high-end build.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark results clearly indicate that the High preset is the optimal choice for this hardware combination, offering the best balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 3840x2160, the High preset delivers an average of 79 FPS, which is a substantial improvement over the 69 FPS seen at Ultra while only sacrificing a modest amount of visual fidelity. Moving down to 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 118 FPS, comfortably exceeding the 100 FPS threshold that many users consider the sweet spot for smooth, responsive gameplay. At 1920x1080, High produces 156 FPS, which is more than sufficient for even the fastest-paced action sequences.

The Ultra preset, while visually impressive, demands a significant performance cost that may not be justifiable. At 4K, it drops to 69 FPS, which is below the 70 FPS mark that many consider the minimum for a consistently smooth experience, and at 1440p it reaches 102 FPS, still playable but noticeably lower than the High preset. The data suggests that Ultra is best reserved for users with displays that support adaptive sync technologies, as the frame rate dips can become more noticeable. If you have a 144Hz or higher refresh rate monitor, the High preset is the clear winner, as it provides a 10 FPS advantage at 1440p and a 21 FPS advantage at 4K over Ultra.

The Medium preset offers a middle ground, but it is generally not worth the trade-off. At 4K, it averages 89 FPS with a minimum of 76 FPS and a maximum of 103 FPS, while at 1440p it hits 132 FPS with a minimum of 113 FPS. The gains over High are measurable, but the visual degradation from reduced shadow quality, texture filtering, and post-processing effects is often more noticeable than the performance increase. For competitive play at 1080p, the Low preset is the only setting that truly unlocks the system's potential, delivering a staggering 220 FPS, which is 64 FPS higher than the High preset. This is the recommended choice for users with 240Hz monitors who prioritize maximum frame rates over visual detail, particularly in fast-paced firefights where every millisecond counts.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming at high refresh rates?

A: At 3840x2160 with the High preset, the system averages 79 FPS, which is suitable for a 60Hz to 75Hz display. For higher refresh rates like 120Hz or 144Hz, you would need to drop to the Low preset, which achieves 126 FPS, or accept the visual compromise of Medium, which averages 89 FPS.

Q: Is the Ultra preset viable for this game?

A: The Ultra preset is playable but demanding. It yields an average of 69 FPS at 4K, 102 FPS at 1440p, and 135 FPS at 1080p. While these are playable numbers, the performance gap between Ultra and High is substantial, with High providing a 14% improvement at 4K and a 16% improvement at 1440p, making Ultra a less efficient choice for this particular GPU and CPU pairing.

Q: How much performance does the Low preset unlock compared to High?

A: The Low preset provides a significant frame rate boost. At 1080p, it jumps from 156 FPS on High to 220 FPS on Low, a 41% increase. At 1440p, the increase is from 118 FPS to 186 FPS, a 58% improvement, and at 4K it goes from 79 FPS to 126 FPS, a 59% gain. This makes Low the go-to preset for maximum refresh rates.

Q: Does the 8-core CPU bottleneck the RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The data suggests that at lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU is more involved, as evidenced by the large frame rate jumps when settings are lowered. However, even at 1080p Low, the system reaches 220 FPS, indicating that the Ryzen 7 5700's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to keep the RTX 4080 well-fed. The CPU is not a limiting factor in achieving high frame rates.

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

A: The Medium preset shows the most consistent frame pacing in the data. At 4K, it has a minimum of 76 FPS and a maximum of 103 FPS around an average of 89 FPS. At 1440p, the range is 113 to 152 FPS, and at 1080p it is 149 to 201 FPS, showing a tighter spread compared to the other presets.

Q: Should I use this combo for 1080p competitive gaming?

A: Yes, if you have a high-refresh-rate monitor. The Low preset at 1080p delivers 220 FPS, which is ideal for a 240Hz panel. Even the High preset at 156 FPS is sufficient for a 144Hz or 165Hz monitor, ensuring that the game remains smooth and responsive during intense action.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 332nd out of 3720 tested combinations in Control, placing it in the top 9% of all configurations. This is a strong result, indicating that the pairing is well-matched for this title and performs better than the vast majority of systems. The high ranking is largely due to the RTX 4080's exceptional rasterization performance, which is a top-tier GPU in the database, ranking in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The CPU, while not as dominant in its percentile ranking (78th), provides sufficient single-thread and multi-thread performance to avoid becoming a major bottleneck.

In the context of the database, this combo sits comfortably in the upper echelon of tested systems. The GPU's performance is particularly notable, as its average benchmark score of 54247 is nearly identical to that of the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a negligible 0.1% difference. This means that in Control, the standard RTX 4080 performs effectively on par with its SUPER variant. The CPU's performance is also respectable, with an average score of 25517, which is very close to its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530) and the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550), showing that the Ryzen 7 5700 is a solid mid-range performer. The data indicates that this specific combination is well-balanced for Control, avoiding the severe bottlenecks that can plague less carefully matched pairings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its peak performance capabilities. The Low preset achieves an average of 220 FPS, which is the highest recorded in the entire dataset. The Medium preset delivers 175 FPS with a minimum of 149 FPS and a maximum of 201 FPS, offering a smooth experience. The High preset produces 156 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 135 FPS. These numbers show that even at maximum quality settings, the system remains well above the 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p gaming a non-issue for this combo.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales predictably. The Low preset averages 186 FPS, the Medium preset hits 132 FPS with a range of 113 to 152 FPS, and the High preset maintains 118 FPS. The Ultra preset still manages a respectable 102 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for this pairing, as the High preset provides a high frame rate that is ideal for 144Hz monitors, while Ultra remains playable for those who prioritize visuals. The data shows a clear and consistent step-down in performance from 1080p to 1440p, but the system never struggles to maintain playable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed to its limits. The Low preset averages 126 FPS, which is impressive for 4K. The Medium preset yields 89 FPS with a minimum of 76 FPS, and the High preset follows at 79 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 69 FPS, which is the only setting that approaches the lower bounds of what is considered smooth gameplay. The gap between Low and High at 4K is 47 FPS, indicating that the game's settings have a significant impact on GPU load at this resolution. The data suggests that for 4K, users should stick with High or Medium to ensure a consistent frame rate above 70 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is heavily GPU-bound, particularly at higher settings. At the High preset, the average FPS drops from 156 at 1080p to 118 at 1440p, a 24% decrease, and then to 79 at 4K, a further 33% decrease. This steep drop-off indicates that the RTX 4080 is the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, with the CPU's role diminishing. The data shows that the 1080p to 1440p transition is less punishing than the 1440p to 4K transition, which is typical for a high-end GPU.

At the Low preset, the scaling is even more dramatic. The FPS goes from 220 at 1080p to 186 at 1440p (a 15% drop) and then to 126 at 4K (a 32% drop). The fact that the 4K low setting still produces 126 FPS, which is higher than the 1080p Ultra setting at 135 FPS, highlights the GPU's raw power. The resolution scaling at Low settings suggests that the CPU is still capable of keeping up, as the frame rates remain high even at 4K. However, the larger percentage drops at higher resolutions confirm that the GPU is the bottleneck.

The scaling pattern points to a system where the Ryzen 7 5700 is more than adequate for this game. At 1080p Low, the system hits 220 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's maximum frame output. The fact that the FPS scales down smoothly with resolution, rather than hitting a hard CPU wall, indicates that the 8-core processor is not holding back the RTX 4080. The GPU is clearly the dominant component, and its performance dictates the overall experience at each resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In Control, this CPU demonstrates that it is more than capable of driving the RTX 4080 to high frame rates. The benchmark results show that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 220 FPS, which is a strong indicator of the CPU's single-thread performance. The processor's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support contribute to its ability to handle the game's physics and AI computations without becoming a bottleneck.

The data from the CPU benchmarks aligns with its in-game performance. The Ryzen 7 5700 scores 2916 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 20655 in multi-core, placing it in the 78th percentile among all CPUs. This indicates a solid balance of single-thread and multi-thread performance, which is important for a game like Control that uses multiple cores. The processor's performance is closely matched to its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550) and the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (25446), with a delta of less than 0.3%, showing that it is a competitive mid-range part.

In the context of this game, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates. At 1080p, the system is more CPU-limited, but the Ryzen 7 5700 still manages to push the RTX 4080 to 220 FPS on Low settings. At higher resolutions, the CPU's load decreases relative to the GPU, and the system becomes increasingly GPU-bound. The measured results confirm that this processor does not compromise the experience, even in a demanding action-adventure title, and it provides a stable platform for the high-end GPU to perform at its best.