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# Control with AMD Ryzen 7 5800X + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti delivers playable frame rates in Control across most settings and resolutions, though the combination lands near the bottom of the benchmark hierarchy. This pairing ranks 3176 out of 3720 tested combos in Control, placing it in the 15th percentile of all system configurations measured. The GTX 1660 Ti, with its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and Turing architecture, becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the 5800X's 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 design provides ample headroom for the game's physics and logic workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average frame rate this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combination reaches an average of 91 FPS, which is the highest measured result across all tested configurations. Medium settings produce 64 FPS average, High yields 57 FPS, and Ultra drops to 50 FPS.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 Ti compare to its nearest rival in raw performance?

A: The GTX 1660 Ti has an average benchmark score of 7723, which places it 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon 540 (avg score 7673) and 2.3% ahead of the Intel Arc A310 (avg score 7550). It sits 1.9% above the AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100 (avg score 7580).

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

A: At 3840x2160, the combo averages 29 FPS on High settings and 25 FPS on Ultra, both below the generally accepted 30 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Low settings at 4K reach 46 FPS average, while Medium produces 33 FPS with a minimum of 28 FPS.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X ranks in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29123. It performs nearly identically to the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, which scores 29093 (0.1% difference).

Q: How much VRAM does the GTX 1660 Ti have and what type?

A: The GPU features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The memory runs at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in Control?

A: The combination ranks 3176 out of 3720 tested combos, putting it in the bottom 15% of all system configurations benchmarked for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The 3176th rank out of 3720 tested combos places this pairing in the lower tier of systems for Control. This result is primarily driven by the GPU's position in the overall graphics hierarchy—the GTX 1660 Ti sits in the 41st percentile of all GPUs, a modest standing that reflects its 2019-era design. The CPU, by contrast, occupies a much stronger position at the 81st percentile of all processors, creating a significant performance imbalance where the graphics card limits overall frame delivery.

Benchmark data shows that the GTX 1660 Ti's nearest rivals are all budget-tier cards: the AMD Radeon 540 (0.7% slower), AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100 (1.9% slower), AMD Radeon R7 250 (2.2% slower), and Intel Arc A310 (2.3% slower). This cluster of scores within a 2.3% band indicates that the GPU performs within a narrow window of its immediate competition, none of which are considered high-performance parts. The CPU's nearest rivals—the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H (0.1% faster), Intel Xeon Phi 7210 (0.4% faster), Intel Core i5-13500HX (0.5% faster), and AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT (0.6% slower)—show that the 5800X sits comfortably in a competitive mid-range CPU tier.

In practical terms for Control, this rank means the system delivers playable experiences at 1080p with medium-to-high settings, but struggles to maintain smooth frame rates at 4K. The measured FPS data confirms this: the gap between 1080p and 4K results is substantial, with the GPU's 6 GB VRAM capacity and 288 GB/s bandwidth becoming limiting factors at higher pixel counts.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X brings 8 cores and 16 threads to the pairing, built on the Zen 3 architecture with a 7 nm process. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz boosts up to 4.70 GHz, and the CPU supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The 32 MB L3 cache and 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die provide substantial computational resources for Control's physics simulation and AI routines.

In Control, a game that uses the Northlight engine, the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are relevant for handling the game's destructible environments and object interactions. The 5800X scores 15476 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1574.5 in single-core, demonstrating strong throughput that exceeds the demands of most titles. The 3DMark results show scaling from 943 (single-thread) to 7578 (max threads), indicating the CPU effectively utilizes all 16 threads when needed.

The data suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck in this configuration. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 91 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's frame delivery ceiling for this game. However, even at 4K Ultra (25 FPS), the CPU has headroom remaining—the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The 5800X's 81st percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms it is a high-performing processor, and its nearest rival comparison (within 0.6% of several modern chips) shows it remains competitive in the current landscape.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce 91 FPS average, which is smooth for fast-paced action. Medium settings yield 64 FPS with a minimum of 55 FPS and maximum of 74 FPS, providing a solid experience. High settings drop to 57 FPS, still playable but approaching the threshold where frame drops become noticeable. Ultra settings produce 50 FPS, which remains above the 30 FPS minimum but may require adaptive sync for consistent smoothness.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance impact is pronounced. Low settings still deliver a playable 69 FPS, but Medium drops to 49 FPS with a minimum of 41 FPS and maximum of 56 FPS. High settings yield 43 FPS, and Ultra falls to 38 FPS. The 1440p results show a consistent 24-25% reduction in frame rates compared to 1080p at the same settings, reflecting the increased pixel load on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the GTX 1660 Ti's limitations become evident. Low settings produce 46 FPS, which is barely playable. Medium settings average 33 FPS with a minimum of 28 FPS and maximum of 38 FPS—the minimum dipping below 30 FPS indicates stutter in demanding scenes. High settings drop to 29 FPS, and Ultra falls to 25 FPS, both below playable thresholds. The 4K results demonstrate that this combo is not suited for native 4K gaming in Control without significant settings compromises.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is built on the Turing architecture with a 12 nm process, featuring 1536 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 ROPs. Its base clock of 1500 MHz boosts to 1770 MHz, delivering 5.437 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. The 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 288.0 GB/s bandwidth, which is adequate for 1080p but becomes strained at higher resolutions.

The GPU's 41st percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the lower-middle tier of graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 7723 is only 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon 540, and 2.3% ahead of the Intel Arc A310. This tight clustering indicates that the GTX 1660 Ti is not significantly faster than its closest competitors, though it does hold a measurable advantage.

In Control specifically, the GPU's performance characteristics align with the measured FPS data. The 288 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p textures, but at 4K, the 6 GB VRAM capacity may force texture streaming that impacts frame pacing. The 84.96 GPixel/s pixel rate and 169.9 GTexel/s texture rate determine the fill-rate limits, which are more relevant at higher resolutions. The GPU's 120 W TDP and dual-slot design suggest it is not a high-power part, and its PCIe 3.0 x16 interface does not bottleneck the 5800X's PCIe Gen 4 capability.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1080p, Medium settings (64 FPS average) offer the best balance of visual quality and performance, with the 55 FPS minimum ensuring smooth gameplay in most scenes. High settings (57 FPS) are also viable for players prioritizing visual fidelity, though the reduced margin above 60 FPS makes frame drops more noticeable. Low settings (91 FPS) are recommended for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays, while Ultra (50 FPS) should be reserved for players who can tolerate occasional dips.

At 1440p, Medium settings (49 FPS) are the recommended choice, as they maintain an average above 45 FPS with a 41 FPS minimum. High (43 FPS) may be acceptable for slower-paced exploration, but action sequences could suffer. Low settings (69 FPS) provide the smoothest experience at this resolution, making it the best option for maintaining high frame rates. Ultra (38 FPS) is not recommended due to the low average and potential for stutter.

At 4K, no settings preset delivers a consistently smooth experience. Low settings (46 FPS) are the only option that maintains playable frame rates, while Medium (33 FPS) and High (29 FPS) fall below satisfactory thresholds. Ultra (25 FPS) is not recommended. Players targeting 4K should consider lowering the resolution or upgrading the GPU. The data indicates that Medium settings at 1440p or Low settings at 4K provide the best playable experiences for this hardware combination.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU-bound nature of this configuration. At Low settings, the transition from 1920x1080 (91 FPS) to 2560x1440 (69 FPS) represents a 24.2% reduction, and further to 3840x2160 (46 FPS) is a 49.5% reduction from 1080p. This scaling is consistent with the GPU's fill-rate and bandwidth limitations rather than CPU constraints.

At Medium settings, the frame rates drop from 64 FPS at 1080p to 49 FPS at 1440p (23.4% reduction) and 33 FPS at 4K (48.4% reduction from 1080p). The minimum FPS values at 1440p (41 FPS) and 4K (28 FPS) show that variance increases with resolution, suggesting memory bandwidth pressure. High settings show similar scaling: 57 FPS at 1080p, 43 FPS at 1440p (24.6% reduction), and 29 FPS at 4K (49.1% reduction from 1080p).

This consistent 23-25% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, followed by another 24-26% reduction from 1440p to 4K, indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU's performance remains relatively constant across resolutions, and the 5800X's capabilities would support higher frame rates if the GPU could deliver them. The resolution scaling analysis confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with acceptable performance at 1440p on lower settings, and marginal playability at 4K only on Low settings.