Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 produces a fascinating dataset for Control, a 2019 Action Adventure title. This combination lands at rank 149 out of 3720 tested combos, placing it in the top 4% of all configurations. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, but the CPU’s 8-core/16-thread design ensures it never becomes a bottleneck, even at 1080p where frame rates exceed 200 FPS.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's overall standing among all tested configurations?

A: This pairing ranks 149th out of 3,720 tested combos, placing it in the top 4.0% of all systems. This is a strong result, though the RTX 5090’s raw power is somewhat constrained by the Ryzen 7 5700 in lighter scenes.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700 compare to its closest CPU rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25,517. It is essentially tied with the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25,530, -0.1%) and AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25,550, -0.1%). It holds a slight edge over the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25,485, +0.1%) and AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (25,446, +0.3%). The CPU sits in the 78th percentile of all processors.

Q: What is the RTX 5090's performance context relative to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5090's average benchmark score is 79,842. It outperforms the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (79,605, +0.3%) and the Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (79,396, +0.6%). It also beats the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940, +1.1%), but trails the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X (80,959, -1.4%). The GPU sits in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

Q: What is the best resolution for maximizing frame rate over visual fidelity?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 220 FPS. This is the highest measured frame rate in the dataset. Even at 2560x1440 Low, it maintains 201 FPS, making these the best choices for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: Does the game prefer more GPU memory or higher clock speeds in this pairing?

A: The RTX 5090’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory is far beyond what Control requires, so memory capacity is not a limiting factor. The GPU’s boost clock of 2407 MHz is the primary driver of performance. The data confirms that frame rates scale directly with resolution and settings, indicating the GPU's compute and clock speed dictate the results.

Q: Which settings preset offers the most balanced experience at 2560x1440?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 150 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS and a maximum of 172 FPS. This provides a significant frame rate cushion above 144 Hz while still offering better visual quality than Low. This is the only settings level at this resolution that includes min/max FPS data, indicating it is a stable, well-measured point.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this pairing. Its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus provides 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, which is excessive for Control’s 2019-era assets. The data shows that memory bandwidth is not a bottleneck; instead, the GPU’s compute throughput, measured at 104.8 TFLOPS FP32, is the key factor. The boost clock of 2407 MHz is the active clock during gaming, and it scales performance directly with resolution.

At 4K (3840x2160), the GPU is fully saturated. The difference between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution is stark: 142 FPS on Low versus 78 FPS on Ultra. This 64 FPS gap demonstrates that the RTX 5090's raw shading power (21,760 shading units) is being taxed heavily by the higher pixel count and increased shading complexity. The GPU's 176 ROPs handle the pixel output, and the 1,636.8 GTexel/s texture rate ensures that texture-heavy scenes do not cause unexpected dips.

The RTX 5090's 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs is reflected in the data. It outperforms its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X, by 1.4% in average benchmark score, but in the game itself, the 5090's advantage is more pronounced due to its modern architecture. The GPU’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) is fully utilized by Control, which is a DX12 title. The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 185 is low compared to other APIs, but this does not translate to poor in-game performance, as the measured FPS numbers are consistently high.

The 4K Medium preset shows the GPU's stability: 101 FPS average, with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 116 FPS. This 30 FPS spread between min and max is the tightest of any 4K setting, suggesting that the GPU maintains consistent clocks under load. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 78 FPS, which is still playable but shows the performance cost of the highest settings. The data indicates that the RTX 5090 is powerful enough to push Control to 4K60+ at any setting, but users targeting 4K120 will need to use High or lower.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 provides a stable foundation for the RTX 5090. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne), it offers a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The CPU’s 16 MB of L3 cache is adequate for feeding the GPU, and its dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for this game. The CPU’s 65W TDP indicates efficient power draw, but this does not hinder performance in Control.

In 3DMark benchmarks, the CPU scores 6,628 with 16 threads and 5,585 with 8 threads. The single-thread score is 901. These numbers suggest that the CPU has strong multi-threaded capability, but Control is not a heavily multithreaded game. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,655 confirms the CPU’s overall muscle, but the single-core score of 2,916 is more relevant for gaming. This single-thread performance is sufficient to keep the RTX 5090 fed at 1080p, where the CPU overhead is highest.

The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking places it above average, and its nearest rivals show it is competitive. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25,485 avg score) is a mobile chip that scores 0.1% lower, while the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25,530 avg score) scores 0.1% higher. This shows the 5700 is a solid mid-range desktop part. In this pairing, the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU at 4K, as the GPU is the clear limiting factor. At 1080p, the CPU’s limitations become more apparent, but the frame rates remain exceptionally high.

The CPU’s 3.70 GHz base clock is the floor, and the boost to 4.60 GHz is critical for maintaining high FPS in CPU-bound scenarios. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,296 supports this, showing good per-core performance. The data suggests that while the RTX 5090 is the star, the Ryzen 7 5700 is a capable partner that does not drag down the overall experience. It is not the fastest CPU available, but it is more than adequate for this game, ensuring that the GPU is always the primary driver of frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific configuration of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 149th out of 3,720 tested combos. This places it in the top 4.0% of all systems tested. The ranking reflects the GPU’s dominance; the RTX 5090 is in the 92nd percentile of GPUs, while the CPU is in the 78th percentile. The combo rank is higher than the CPU percentile alone, indicating that the GPU’s strength compensates for the CPU’s mid-range positioning.

The data shows that this combo is not the absolute fastest, as there are 148 other combinations that outperform it. However, the performance gap is likely small, given the RTX 5090's sheer power. The combo outperforms systems with weaker GPUs, such as those with the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, which is a nearest rival to the 5090 with a 1.1% lower average score. The 5090's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X, scores 1.4% higher, but this does not necessarily translate to better in-game performance due to architectural differences.

The rank of 149 suggests that the Ryzen 7 5700 does not hold back the RTX 5090 significantly. If the CPU were a major bottleneck, the combo would rank much lower. Instead, the data indicates that the system achieves near-top-tier performance, with the GPU being the clear primary driver. For users with this combo, the expectation should be excellent 4K performance and exceptional 1440p performance, with 1080p being overkill for most monitors.

The ranking also implies that better CPUs, such as those with higher single-thread scores, could push this combo higher. However, the measured FPS data shows that the Ryzen 7 5700 is sufficient for Control, as the frame rates are consistently high across all resolutions. The combo’s rank confirms the RTX 5090's ability to deliver top-tier performance even when paired with a more modest CPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user’s display and performance goals. For 4K (3840x2160) displays, the High preset is the best balance, delivering an average of 90 FPS. This is a solid 60+ FPS experience with good visual quality. The Ultra preset drops to 78 FPS, which is still playable but does not offer a significant visual improvement over High for the 12 FPS cost. The Medium preset at 101 FPS is also viable, but High provides better fidelity for a 11 FPS reduction.

For 2560x1440 displays, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 150 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience on 144 Hz monitors. The High preset at 133 FPS is also excellent, but Medium provides a higher frame rate floor. The Ultra preset at 116 FPS is still smooth, but the step down to Medium offers a 34 FPS increase, which is more valuable for competitive play. The Low preset at 201 FPS is only recommended for esports where maximum frame rate is paramount.

For 1920x1080 displays, the Medium preset is the sweet spot. It achieves an average of 194 FPS with a minimum of 165 FPS and a maximum of 223 FPS. This provides a very responsive experience on high-refresh-rate monitors (165 Hz and above). The High preset at 176 FPS is also excellent, but Medium offers a higher minimum FPS. The Ultra preset at 153 FPS is still fast, but the 41 FPS increase to Medium is worth it. The Low preset at 220 FPS is the fastest, but the visual compromise is significant.

The data suggests that Medium settings are the most stable across all resolutions, as they are the only settings level that consistently includes min and max FPS values. This indicates that the medium preset provides a predictable performance envelope. For most users, Medium at 1440p or High at 4K will provide the best combination of visual quality and frame rate. Those with 1080p displays should use Medium to leverage the high refresh rate capability of this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings levels.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 142 FPS average. This is the fastest 4K setting, showing the GPU’s raw power without heavy shading loads.
• Medium: 101 FPS average, with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 116 FPS. This is the most stable 4K setting, with a 30 FPS spread.
• High: 90 FPS average. This is a comfortable 60+ FPS experience, suitable for most 4K displays.
• Ultra: 78 FPS average. This is the most demanding setting, still playable but showing the performance cost of maxing out the game.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 201 FPS average. This is exceptionally fast, ideal for 200 Hz+ monitors.
• Medium: 150 FPS average, with a minimum of 127 FPS and a maximum of 172 FPS. This is the most balanced setting for 144 Hz displays.
• High: 133 FPS average. This is still very smooth, with a slight reduction from Medium.
• Ultra: 116 FPS average. This is a high-fidelity option that remains above 100 FPS.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 220 FPS average. This is the highest frame rate in the entire dataset, showing no CPU bottleneck.
• Medium: 194 FPS average, with a minimum of 165 FPS and a maximum of 223 FPS. This is a very tight range, indicating stable performance.
• High: 176 FPS average. This is excellent for 165 Hz monitors, with plenty of headroom.
• Ultra: 153 FPS average. This is still very fast, but the step down to Medium provides a 41 FPS boost.

The data shows a clear scaling pattern: as resolution increases, frame rates drop, and as settings increase, frame rates drop. The 4K to 1440p transition yields a significant FPS boost (e.g., 90 to 133 FPS on High), while the 1440p to 1080p transition yields a smaller boost (e.g., 133 to 176 FPS on High). This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, while at 1080p, the CPU starts to become more relevant, though it does not cap the frame rate below 220 FPS. The Medium settings consistently show the most stable performance with the smallest min/max spread, making it the most reliable preset for consistent frame pacing.