Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT delivers a solid 1080p experience in Control, with the data showing a clear path to smooth gameplay at high refresh rates. This combination ranks in the 62nd percentile of tested combos for this title, indicating it sits comfortably above the median performer. The benchmark results reveal a system that is well-balanced for this action-adventure title, though 4K gaming remains out of reach for demanding settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combo for Control?*

A: The combo ranks 1022 out of 1636 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of systems for this game.

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

A: At 4K, the system is only playable on Low settings, achieving an average of 61.9 FPS. High, Medium, and Ultra settings yield averages of 38.4, 46, and 35.5 FPS respectively, which are below the ideal smoothness threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve high frame rates?

A: At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent performance, with an average of 126.1 FPS on Low settings and 79.1 FPS on High settings, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G has an average benchmark score of 25626, which is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, which scores 25706 (a -0.3% difference).

Q: How does the GPU's average benchmark score stack up against similar graphics cards?

A: The Radeon RX 6650 XT's average score of 29024 is effectively tied with the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, which scores 29011 (a 0% difference), showing they are direct performance peers.

Q: What is the GPU's launch MSRP?

A: The launch MSRP for the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is 399 USD.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this specific combination at rank 1022 out of 1636 tested combos for Control. This percentile placement indicates that while the pairing is not at the top of the charts, it outperforms a significant majority of other systems tested with this game. The ranking suggests a balanced pair where neither the CPU nor GPU is a severe bottleneck, allowing the system to deliver consistent frame rates. The system's performance is sufficient for a smooth experience at standard resolutions, but the ranking also shows there is headroom for more powerful configurations, especially for users targeting 4K or maximum settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is the primary driver of frame rates in Control, and its specifications directly explain the performance scaling seen across resolutions. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 280.3 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the textures and assets used in Control at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU's boost clock of 2635 MHz and game clock of 2410 MHz are key to its throughput, allowing it to process the game's complex geometry and effects. The data shows the GPU's performance is a clear step above its nearest rivals in the synthetic benchmarks, with its average score of 29024 being nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 6800M. However, the 8 GB VRAM capacity, while adequate for this title, can become a limiting factor at higher resolutions where the demands on memory bandwidth increase, which is reflected in the significant FPS drop at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear performance hierarchy based on resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is very capable. The Low preset achieves an average of 126.1 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate displays. Moving up to Medium yields 91.1 FPS, High delivers 79.1 FPS, and the Ultra preset still manages a playable 68.1 FPS. This resolution is where the combo shines.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but demands are higher. The Low preset averages 92.4 FPS, which is still very smooth. The High preset drops to 56.6 FPS, while Medium and Ultra average 68.8 and 51.1 FPS respectively. The gap between the lowest and highest settings is significant, showing a 41.3 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 61.9 FPS. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, while High and Ultra drop to 38.4 and 35.5 FPS, respectively. These results show that 4K gaming is only viable with significant compromises to visual quality.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G provides a strong foundation for this gaming system. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, it offers ample processing power. Its multi-threaded performance is notable, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20755 and a Passmark multithread score of 24419. The CPU's single-thread performance is also solid, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2016, which is important for games like Control that rely on strong per-core performance for game logic and physics. The CPU's average benchmark score of 25626 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, and its data shows it is effectively a performance peer to the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U. The 5700G's 16 MB of L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which aids in maintaining stable frame times. While the CPU is not the main bottleneck in this configuration, its robust multi-threading ensures it can handle background tasks and complex game scenes without dragging down the GPU's output, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU can produce higher frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the user's target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset provides the best balance, delivering an average of 79.1 FPS, which is smooth on most monitors. If a higher refresh rate is a priority, the Low preset at 126.1 FPS is the clear choice for competitive play. The Ultra preset is also viable at 68.1 FPS for those prioritizing visual fidelity.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset offers a good experience with an average of 68.8 FPS. Users with 60Hz monitors can comfortably use the High preset at 56.6 FPS, though it is not ideal for 144Hz displays. The Ultra preset should be avoided here, as the 51.1 FPS average is below the smoothness threshold for most gamers.

For 3840x2160, only the Low preset is recommended, as it is the only setting that achieves a playable average of 61.9 FPS. All other presets at this resolution fall below 46 FPS, which will result in a noticeably stuttery and less responsive experience. The data clearly suggests that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant sacrifices in visual quality to maintain performance.