Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing delivers a playable, if not consistently smooth, experience in Control. The benchmark data shows a system that is clearly capable at 1080p, becomes more strained at 1440p, and requires significant settings compromises to maintain playability at 4K. The analysis below breaks down the measured performance, component roles, and scaling characteristics of this combination.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration provides a solid foundation for gaming, and its benchmark results place it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs tested. The processor’s multi-threaded performance is the strongest indicator of its capability; it scores 12,830.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 9,950 in Geekbench multi-core. The single-thread score of 1,494 in Cinebench R23 is respectable and indicates that the processor can handle the primary game logic thread without becoming a severe bottleneck.

In the context of Control, a game that demands both strong single-core performance for the main simulation and decent multi-core throughput for background tasks, the 5700G is a competent partner. The processor’s average benchmark score of 27,051 puts it in close competition with several notable rivals. It trails the Intel Core i9-9900K by a mere 0.2% and the Intel Core i5-14400T by 0.4%, while edging out the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 by 0.4% and the Intel Core i7-1370P by 0.6%. These near-identical scores indicate that the 5700G offers performance parity with these alternative options in general processing tasks.

The measured FPS data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 130 FPS. This high frame rate, compared to the 1080p Ultra result of 71 FPS, shows that the GPU has ample headroom when the graphical load is light, and the CPU is able to feed it effectively. The 3DMark results for the processor, including a 16-thread score of 6,629 and a single-thread score of 899, reinforce that the CPU has sufficient throughput for this title. The data implies that the 5700G’s performance is well-matched to the GPU’s capabilities; it does not appear to hold the RX 9060 back, as the frame rate scales predictably with resolution and settings changes.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the primary driver of visual performance in this combo. It is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU’s clock speeds are notably high, with a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. This specification allows for substantial compute throughput, with the card capable of 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. Its overall benchmark score of 16,014 places it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs tested.

The RX 9060’s closest rival, based on average benchmark score, is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which it trails by only 0.7%. It also benchmarks slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon R9 370X and the AMD Radeon RX 7700, both by 1%, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 by 2.1%. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor in Control at higher resolutions and settings. The performance drop from 1080p Ultra (71 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (54 FPS) and then to 4K Ultra (36 FPS) suggests that the GPU is becoming increasingly stressed as the pixel count and texture memory demands rise.

The GPU’s role is most apparent when examining the FPS scaling across settings. At 1080p, the difference between Low (130 FPS) and Ultra (71 FPS) is 59 FPS, a 45% reduction. This gap widens at 4K, where the drop from Low (66 FPS) to Ultra (36 FPS) is a 30 FPS or 45% reduction. The consistent percentage drop indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck at all settings, with the CPU providing a stable platform. The 4K Medium result, with an average of 47 FPS and a minimum of 40 FPS, shows the GPU is working hard to maintain playable frame rates. The data indicates that the RX 9060 is a mid-range performer that can handle Control at 1080p and 1440p with ease but struggles to maintain high refresh rates at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Control, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the AMD Radeon RX 9060 holds the 1632nd position out of 2888 total combinations. The combo rank of 1632 places this system in the 56th percentile of all tested combos, meaning it outperforms 56% of the configurations we have on record for this game. This is a mid-pack ranking, which aligns with the individual component performance levels.

This ranking suggests that while the system is not a top-tier performer for Control, it is by no means an outlier on the low end. The CPU’s performance parity with the Intel Core i9-9900K, which is a previous-generation high-end chip, and the GPU’s proximity to the RTX 3060 Ti help contextualize this ranking. The combo outperforms 1,256 other tested combinations, which includes many systems with older or lower-tier components. The rank of 1632 out of 2888 is a clear indicator that this is a balanced, mid-range setup. It is capable of delivering a good experience in the game, but it will not compete with high-end systems featuring top-tier CPUs and GPUs. The data shows that the system’s overall position in the database is a direct consequence of the sum of its parts: a strong 8-core CPU and a mid-range GPU that together offer a solid, but not exceptional, gaming experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system is at its most comfortable. The Low preset yields an average of 130 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset averages 92 FPS, with a minimum of 78 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS. High settings produce an average of 82 FPS, while the Ultra preset brings the average down to 71 FPS. This range shows that the system can easily achieve smooth gameplay at 1080p, even at the highest quality settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance impact becomes more significant. The Low preset still delivers a high average of 98 FPS. The Medium preset averages 70 FPS (min 59, max 80), and High settings drop slightly to 62 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the first point where the system begins to show strain, with an average of 54 FPS. This is still playable, but it is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the baseline for a smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the system’s limitations are clear. The Low preset is the only setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS, achieving 66 FPS. The Medium preset averages 47 FPS (min 40, max 54), which is playable but with visible dips. The High preset drops to an average of 42 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages just 36 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming with this combo requires selecting lower quality presets to maintain a playable frame rate. The data across all resolutions shows a consistent pattern: the system loses roughly 30-35% of its performance when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and then another 35-40% when moving from 1440p to 4K, at the same quality setting.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K provides clear evidence about which component is the primary limiting factor in this system. At the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 130 at 1080p to 98 at 1440p, a 25% reduction. Moving to 4K, the average drops further to 66 FPS, which is a 33% reduction from the 1440p result and a 49% reduction from the 1080p result. This steep decline at higher resolutions is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. As the resolution increases, the number of pixels to be rendered grows exponentially, placing a proportionally larger load on the GPU's shading units, texture mapping units, and ROPs.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings. For the Medium preset, the frame rate drops from 92 FPS at 1080p to 70 FPS at 1440p (a 24% drop) and then to 47 FPS at 4K (a 33% drop from 1440p). The High preset shows a similar trend: 82 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p (24% drop), and 42 FPS at 4K (32% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops, regardless of the quality preset, strongly suggests that the GPU is the sole limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller difference between the 1080p and 1440p results, as the CPU load would remain constant while the GPU load increases. Instead, the frame rate scales almost linearly with the pixel count, which is the hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario.

The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700G has sufficient processing power to keep up with the RX 9060 at all tested resolutions. The CPU is not holding the system back; the GPU is running out of raw pixel-pushing power at 4K. The 8 GB of VRAM may also be a contributing factor at 4K Ultra, where texture memory demands could exceed the available capacity, but the frame rate scaling suggests that the core compute and memory bandwidth limitations of the GPU are the primary constraints.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate does this combo achieve at 1080p with High settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 82 FPS at 1920x1080 with the High preset.

Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in Control?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 4K, the Low preset averages 66 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 47 FPS. The High and Ultra presets average 42 FPS and 36 FPS, respectively, which may not be smooth enough for all players.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G compare to the Intel Core i9-9900K in general benchmarks?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical. The Intel Core i9-9900K scores 27,097, which is only 0.2% higher than the Ryzen 7 5700G's score of 27,051.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is in the 59th percentile of all GPUs tested in our database, based on its average benchmark score of 16,014.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with the Medium preset is 59 FPS, with an average of 70 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS.

Q: What is the system's overall rank for Control in the database?

A: The combo is ranked 1632 out of 2888 tested combinations for this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system depend heavily on the target resolution. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 71 FPS. This provides a high-quality visual experience while maintaining a frame rate that is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The system has plenty of headroom at this resolution, so there is no need to compromise on visual fidelity.

For 1440p, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point. It provides an average of 70 FPS, which is excellent, and its minimum of 59 FPS ensures that the experience remains smooth even during demanding scenes. The High preset is also viable, with an average of 62 FPS, but it comes closer to the edge of the playable range. The Ultra preset at 1440p should be avoided if a consistent 60+ FPS is desired, as it averages only 54 FPS.

For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only reliable option for a consistently smooth experience, averaging 66 FPS. The Medium preset is playable, with an average of 47 FPS, but the minimum of 40 FPS indicates that there will be noticeable stutters during intense action. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for 4K, as their averages of 42 FPS and 36 FPS, respectively, will result in a subpar experience. Players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate at 4K may opt for the Medium preset, but the data suggests that the Low preset is the most effective way to enjoy the game at this resolution with this hardware.