Control

Control is an action-adventure title that stresses both the CPU and GPU, and the measured results for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the Intel Arc B580 show a configuration that is heavily reliant on graphics settings to hit playable frame rates. The data indicates a system that can deliver smooth performance at 1080p and 1440p with the right settings, but which struggles to maintain a consistent experience at 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS to explain how the processor and graphics card each contribute to the final result, and what that means for adjusting settings in-game.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It is a capable desktop CPU that sits in the 83rd percentile compared to all other processors in the database, indicating it has strong multi-threaded performance. Its average benchmark score of 26214 places it in a tight cluster with rivals like the Intel Core i9-11900KF (26196, a 0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (26272, a -0.2% delta). This means that for CPU-bound tasks, the 5700X is effectively on par with these alternatives, showing no significant advantage or deficit in synthetic tests.

In the context of Control, the CPU's role is to manage the game's physics, AI, and the complex destruction and interaction systems. With 8 cores and 16 threads, the 5700X provides ample headroom for these tasks. The benchmark data shows that at lower resolutions and settings, where the GPU has less work to do, the CPU is not a limiting factor. For instance, at 1080p Low, the system achieves 115 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in the entire set. This suggests that the processor can easily feed frames to the GPU at high speed. The CPU's single-thread performance, while not directly measured in game, is reflected in its 3dmark single-thread score of 921 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3193, which are strong numbers for a 2022 processor. Overall, the data shows that the 5700X is more than sufficient for this game, and its performance is unlikely to be the bottleneck at any of the tested settings.

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

The Intel Arc B580 is the key component determining the overall performance ceiling in this pairing. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 456.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is substantial for a modern graphics card, especially at higher resolutions where texture data demands are high. The GPU has a base and boost clock of 2670 MHz, and its 2560 shading units handle the rendering workload. Its benchmark scores show a mixed picture: it holds the 66th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 23021. This places it in direct competition with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, which scores 23181, a delta of -0.7%, meaning the Arc B580 is slightly behind, but within a negligible margin.

Looking at the measured FPS, the Arc B580's performance scales predictably with settings. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is significant, going from 115 FPS down to 62.9 FPS. This 52.1 FPS drop shows that the GPU is heavily taxed by the graphical features enabled at Ultra, such as advanced lighting and reflections. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is a clear asset here, as Control at 4K Ultra is a demanding scenario, and the data shows that the GPU can still manage a playable 30.4 FPS average. The GPU's role is clearly the primary bottleneck in this system, as the frame rates drop consistently as resolution and settings increase, which is the expected behavior for a graphics-bound scenario.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B580 is the limiting component in this configuration. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 115 FPS at 1080p to 88 FPS at 1440p and further to 57 FPS at 4K. This is a total drop of 58 FPS, or roughly 50%, when moving from the lowest to the highest resolution. This scaling is typical for a GPU that is running out of raw processing power and memory bandwidth as the pixel count increases.

The trend is even more pronounced at High settings. The system delivers 74.2 FPS at 1080p, but this falls to 52.5 FPS at 1440p and then to a less fluid 36.3 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is 21.7 FPS, while the gap between 1440p and 4K is 16.2 FPS. The fact that the frame rate drops by roughly 30% going from 1080p to 1440p, and then another 30% going to 4K, suggests that the GPU's compute units and memory subsystem are the primary constraint. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller differences between resolutions, as the processor would be maxed out regardless of pixel count. The data clearly shows that the system is GPU-limited across all tested presets, with the 5700X providing enough headroom to allow the Arc B580 to operate at its full potential.

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

Based on the measured FPS, the best settings preset depends heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p, the High preset at 74.2 FPS is a strong recommendation, as it offers a significant improvement in visual quality over Medium (82.6 FPS) with only a modest performance cost. However, for users with high refresh rate monitors, dropping to Low at 115 FPS provides the smoothest experience, albeit with reduced graphical fidelity. The Ultra preset at 62.9 FPS is still playable, but the lower average frame rate may be less desirable for fast-paced action.

At 1440p, the High preset at 52.5 FPS is the sweet spot, balancing visual detail with a frame rate that is generally considered acceptable for a single-player action game. The Medium preset at 61.1 FPS is a better choice if you prioritize smoother motion, but the jump to High is worth the 8.6 FPS drop for the visual upgrade. The Low preset at 88 FPS is a viable option for competitive play, but it sacrifices much of the game's atmosphere. At 4K, the data shows that no preset achieves a solid 60 FPS. The Low preset at 57 FPS is the only one that comes close, making it the recommended choice for 4K gaming. The Medium preset at 43.2 FPS is playable, but the High and Ultra presets at 36.3 and 30.4 FPS respectively are likely too choppy for a smooth experience, and are best avoided unless you are sensitive to visual quality over frame rate.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X a bottleneck for the Intel Arc B580 in Control?

A: No. The data shows that the system is GPU-limited. For example, at 1080p Low, the system achieves 115 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would see frame rate stagnation at higher resolutions, but instead, we see a clear drop from 115 FPS at 1080p to 57 FPS at 4K on Low settings, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor.

Q: Can this system run Control at 4K smoothly?

A: The data suggests that 4K gaming is challenging. At 4K High, the average FPS is 36.3, and at 4K Ultra, it drops to 30.4. To get closer to a smooth experience, you would need to use the Low preset, which achieves 57 FPS. None of the measured presets reach a 60 FPS average at 4K.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Based on the measured data, the High preset at 1440p provides 52.5 FPS, which is a good balance between visual quality and performance. If you prefer a higher frame rate, the Medium preset at 61.1 FPS is a solid alternative. The Low preset at 88 FPS is the fastest but comes with a significant visual downgrade.

Q: How much performance do I lose by enabling Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The performance drop from High to Ultra at 1080p is 11.3 FPS, going from 74.2 FPS down to 62.9 FPS. This is a noticeable reduction, but the game remains playable. The jump from Low to Ultra is much larger, a 52.1 FPS difference, showing the heavy cost of the highest visual settings.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060?

A: The average benchmark scores show that the Arc B580 (23021) is slightly behind the RTX 4060 (23181), with a delta of -0.7%. This indicates that the two GPUs are very close in overall performance, and the in-game results would likely be similar, though this specific data set does not include direct comparisons.

Q: Is the 12 GB of VRAM on the Arc B580 sufficient for Control?

A: The measured data shows that the GPU can handle the game at all tested settings, including 4K Ultra, which is a demanding scenario. While the 4K Ultra results are low (30.4 FPS), the fact that it runs at all suggests that the 12 GB VRAM is not a hard limiting factor for this title. The performance drops are more likely due to raw compute power than memory capacity.

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

The following table details the exact average FPS measurements for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Arc B580 combination at each resolution and settings preset.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | :------ |

| 3840x2160 | High | 36.3 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 57 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 43.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 30.4 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 52.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 88 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 61.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 46.8 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 74.2 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 115 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 82.6 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 62.9 |

The data shows that at 1080p, the system offers a wide range of performance, from a highly playable 115 FPS on Low to a still-acceptable 62.9 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 1440p, the frame rates compress into a tighter band, with the best case being 88 FPS on Low and the worst being 46.8 FPS on Ultra. At 4K, all presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold, and only the Low preset at 57 FPS approaches a smooth experience. This breakdown confirms that the Intel Arc B580 is the primary driver of performance, and users should select their settings based on their resolution and frame rate priorities.