Control

Control, the 2019 action-adventure title, presents a fascinating case study for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 pairing. The benchmark data reveals a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet shows surprising CPU limitations at 1080p, creating a complex performance profile that shifts dramatically depending on the settings and resolution chosen. This analysis will dissect the measured FPS data to understand where the bottleneck lies and what it means for the overall experience.

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

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases, but the rate of that degradation tells a compelling story about the system's balance. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 156 at 1920x1080 to 118 at 2560x1440, a 24.4% reduction, and then further to 79 at 3840x2160, a 49.4% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario, where the RTX 4080's rendering workload increases with pixel count, and the CPU has ample headroom to feed it frames.

However, the Low settings data reveals a different dynamic. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 220 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 drops this to 186 FPS, a 15.5% decrease, and at 3840x2160 it falls to 126 FPS, a 42.7% decrease from 1080p. The smaller percentage drop at 1440p compared to the High settings run suggests that at Low settings and 1080p, the system is no longer purely GPU-bound. The Ryzen 7 5700G, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is likely hitting a performance ceiling at 220 FPS, preventing the RTX 4080 from fully stretching its legs. The data implies that the CPU becomes a more significant limiting factor at lower resolutions and settings, where the GPU's workload is light enough for the processor's frame generation rate to become the bottleneck.

The Medium settings data provides a middle ground, with FPS dropping from 175 at 1080p to 132 at 1440p (a 24.6% drop) and then to 89 at 4K (a 49.1% drop from 1080p). This pattern closely mirrors the High settings scaling, reinforcing that once the graphical load is moderate, the GPU takes over as the primary constraint. The Ultra settings data shows the steepest scaling, with FPS falling from 135 at 1080p to 102 at 1440p (a 24.4% drop) and then to 69 at 4K (a 48.9% drop from 1080p). This consistent ~49% reduction from 1080p to 4K across High, Medium, and Ultra settings strongly indicates that the RTX 4080's compute and memory bandwidth are the defining factors at 4K, regardless of the preset.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the undisputed workhorse of this configuration, and its specifications directly explain the high frame rates observed. With 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, the card offers a substantial 716.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is crucial for a game like Control, which features complex textures and particle effects that can be memory-hungry at high resolutions. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the combo maintains an average of 69 FPS, suggesting that the 16 GB frame buffer is sufficient to avoid any memory-related stuttering or performance cliffs, as the minimum FPS for the 4K Medium run was 76.

The GPU's clock speeds also play a role in the performance scaling. The base clock of 2205 MHz and boost clock of 2505 MHz are high for the Ada Lovelace architecture, and the card's ability to sustain these clocks under load is reflected in the consistent performance across the resolution spectrum. The RTX 4080's 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores are also relevant, as Control supports real-time ray tracing and DLSS, though the measured FPS data does not specify whether these features were enabled. The raw rasterization performance, driven by 9728 shading units, is clearly sufficient to push 220 FPS at 1080p Low, but the data suggests that the CPU, not the GPU, is what holds the system back from even higher frame rates in that specific scenario.

The GPU's benchmark scores further contextualize its position. With a percentileVsAllGpus of 86, it outperforms the vast majority of GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 54247 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a deltaPct of just 0.1%. This indicates that the standard RTX 4080 is essentially on par with its SUPER variant in synthetic tests, and the measured game FPS reflects this high-end positioning. The GPU is clearly not the weak link in this pairing; it is a top-tier component that is capable of delivering excellent performance in Control.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the grand scheme of the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 332nd out of 3720 tested combos for Control. This places it in the top 8.9% of all systems tested, which is a strong showing, but it also reveals that there are 331 other combinations that achieve higher average FPS in this game. The rank is a holistic measure that considers all tested resolutions and settings, and it highlights that while the RTX 4080 is a powerhouse, the Ryzen 7 5700G is not the ideal partner to extract every last frame from it.

The CPU's own benchmark data provides context for this ranking. The Ryzen 7 5700G has a percentileVsAllCpus of 79, meaning it is faster than 79% of all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 27051 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097, a deltaPct of -0.2%. This puts the 5700G in the same performance class as a high-end desktop CPU from a previous generation. However, the combo's rank of 332 suggests that in Control, the CPU's performance is a limiting factor when paired with such a fast GPU. The data implies that a more powerful CPU, with higher single-thread performance, would likely push this combo higher up the rankings, especially at 1080p where the CPU bottleneck is most apparent.

The fact that the combo ranks 332nd, despite the GPU being in the 86th percentile, is a clear indicator of a mismatch. The RTX 4080 is capable of far more than the 5700G can feed it in certain scenarios. This is not to say the combo is slow; a rank of 332 out of 3720 is still excellent. But the data suggests that the CPU is holding back the GPU's full potential, particularly in the lower resolution, lower settings scenarios where the frame rate is highest.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, it averages 220 FPS, which is the peak performance for this combo. Medium settings reduce this to 175 FPS, with a minimum of 149 and a maximum of 201. High settings yield 156 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 135 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 85 FPS, showing the significant impact of graphical presets on the CPU-bound regime.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show the GPU's increasing workload. Low settings average 186 FPS, a 15.5% drop from 1080p. Medium settings average 132 FPS, with a minimum of 113 and a maximum of 152. High settings average 118 FPS, and Ultra settings average 102 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 84 FPS, nearly identical to the 1080p spread, which is interesting as it suggests the CPU is still a factor at the lower settings, while the GPU is becoming more dominant at the higher settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the primary bottleneck. Low settings average 126 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium settings average 89 FPS, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103. High settings average 79 FPS, and Ultra settings average 69 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is 57 FPS, which is smaller than at lower resolutions. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU's raw rendering power is the limiting factor across all settings, and the CPU has enough headroom to keep up even at the highest presets. The minimum FPS of 76 at 4K Medium is particularly noteworthy, as it shows the system can maintain a smooth experience even in demanding scenes.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and the desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS experience, which is the standard for most console and PC gamers, the combo can achieve this at 4K with Ultra settings, averaging 69 FPS. This is the best visual experience available in the data, and the system has enough headroom to avoid major dips below 60 FPS, as evidenced by the 76 FPS minimum at 4K Medium. For players with a 4K display, Ultra settings are the clear recommendation, as the data shows the RTX 4080 is powerful enough to handle it.

For 1440p displays, the data suggests that High settings, averaging 118 FPS, offer an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. This frame rate is well above the 60 FPS threshold and is smooth for most players. Ultra settings at 1440p, averaging 102 FPS, are also a viable option for those who prioritize image quality over raw frame rate. The data shows that even at Ultra, the system maintains a high average FPS, making it a strong choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.

At 1080p, the situation is more nuanced. The data shows that the CPU becomes a bottleneck at lower settings, with Low settings hitting 220 FPS and Medium settings at 175 FPS. For competitive play, where high frame rates are paramount, Low or Medium settings would be the best choice, as they push the frame rate to its maximum. However, for a more visually rich experience, High settings at 156 FPS or Ultra at 135 FPS are still exceptionally smooth and would be the better choice for most players. The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is so fast that the choice of settings is more about personal preference for visual quality versus frame rate, rather than a need to hit a minimum performance target.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a capable processor, but the data reveals its limitations when paired with a GPU as powerful as the RTX 4080. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, it offers strong multi-threaded performance. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz are respectable, and its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12830.5 and a single-core score of 1494, place it in the upper echelon of CPUs. However, the measured FPS data in Control suggests that its single-thread performance is not quite sufficient to fully saturate the RTX 4080 at lower resolutions.

The evidence for this is the 220 FPS ceiling at 1080p Low. The RTX 4080 is capable of far more than 220 FPS in a game like Control at low settings, but the CPU's frame generation rate is the limiting factor. The 5700G's single-thread score of 1494 in Cinebench R23 is good, but it is not in the same league as the top-tier gaming CPUs. The data implies that the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls is the bottleneck, preventing the GPU from working at its full potential. This is a classic CPU-bound scenario, and it explains why the combo's rank in the database is 332nd, despite the GPU's high percentile.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, due to its dual-channel DDR4 support, could also be a contributing factor. While this is sufficient for most tasks, it is lower than what newer platforms offer, and it may limit the CPU's ability to feed data to the GPU quickly. The data does not directly measure this, but it is a plausible explanation for the performance ceiling observed at 1080p. The 5700G is a solid mid-range CPU, but this pairing highlights that it is not the ideal match for a flagship GPU like the RTX 4080, especially for players targeting extremely high frame rates at 1080p.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Control?

A: The highest average FPS is 220, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Control at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the data shows an average FPS of 69 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209, a deltaPct of 0.1%. This indicates they are essentially performance equals in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1080p with Low settings?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the limiting factor. The combo hits 220 FPS at 1080p Low, but the GPU is capable of more, indicating the Ryzen 7 5700G's frame generation rate is the ceiling.

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

A: The combo ranks 332nd out of 3720 tested combinations, placing it in the top 8.9% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 76, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings. This indicates the system maintains a playable frame rate even in demanding scenes.