Control

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a robust Control experience, ranking in the top quarter of all tested configurations. The data shows a system that is clearly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures high frame rates at 1080p. Overall, this pairing provides a smooth and highly playable experience across all tested settings, with the only notable compromise appearing at 4K Ultra.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 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 4.70 GHz, built on a 7 nm process. This configuration provides a solid foundation for gaming, and the benchmark data confirms that it is more than sufficient for Control.

The CPU’s performance is best illustrated by its synthetic benchmarks. In Cinebench R23, it scores 23571 points in multi-core and 3327 points in single-core tests. This strong single-core result is particularly relevant for games like Control, which often rely on a few heavily loaded threads. The processor’s PassMark single-thread score of 3445 further supports this, indicating high per-core throughput.

When comparing the 5800X to its nearest rivals, its average benchmark score of 27606 places it in a tight cluster. It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800, which scores 27535. Conversely, it trails the Intel Core i7-13700H and AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE by 0.4%, both scoring 27708 and 27716 respectively. The Intel Core i5-12600KF leads this group with a score of 27827, putting the 5800X 0.8% behind. These are all marginal differences, indicating that the 5800X’s gaming performance is highly competitive and not a bottleneck in this pairing.

The processor's 32 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR4 memory are adequate for the game’s demands. The measured FPS at 1080p Low, which reaches 195.7 FPS, shows that the CPU can push frame rates well beyond typical display refresh rates, even when the GPU is not heavily taxed. The data suggests that in this game, the CPU's role is to provide a high ceiling, which it does effectively.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the primary driver of visual performance in this configuration. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its boost clock is rated at 2475 MHz, and it is built on the 5 nm Ada Lovelace architecture.

The GPU's capabilities are clearly the limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 53, which is a significant reduction from the 4K High result of 61.5 FPS. This shows that the RTX 4070’s compute power, while substantial, is challenged by the most demanding settings. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 26927 and its percentile ranking of 81 among all GPUs confirm its upper-midrange standing.

Comparing the RTX 4070 to its nearest rivals reveals an interesting performance landscape. Its average benchmark score of 37283 is 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which scores 37507. However, it is 1.9% behind the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A (38008) and 2.2% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (38135). The AMD Radeon RX 5300M is the only rival it outperforms by a significant margin, with the RTX 4070 leading by 2.5%. The data shows that while the RTX 4070 is a capable card, its performance is closely matched by other products in its class.

The 12 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Control at all tested settings, as no out-of-memory issues are indicated. The GPU's role is to translate the CPU's instructions into visual output, and the benchmark results show it does so effectively up to 1440p, where it maintains high frame rates across all presets.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5800X and RTX 4070 achieves a rank of 387 out of 1636 tested combos for Control. This places the system in the top 24% of all configurations, a strong result that indicates a well-balanced pairing. The rank demonstrates that this system outperforms the vast majority of tested hardware combinations in this specific game.

This top-quartile ranking is consistent with the individual component performances. The CPU is in the 84th percentile of all processors, and the GPU is in the 81st percentile of all graphics cards. When combined, they produce a system that is greater than the sum of its parts, as the CPU’s strength helps avoid bottlenecking the GPU at lower resolutions.

The rank also implies that users with this configuration will have a smoother experience than 76% of the tested hardware pool. This is a decisive verdict: for Control, this is a very capable setup. The system is not at the absolute top tier, but it is clearly within the high-performance segment, offering a level of playability that most users will find excellent.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across different resolutions and settings.

At 1080p, the system is exceptionally fast. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 195.7 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average is 136.6 FPS. High settings yield 125.2 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 108.9 FPS. All of these results are well above the 60 FPS threshold, and even the Ultra preset maintains a high refresh rate.

At 1440p, performance remains very strong. Low settings deliver an average of 147.7 FPS. Medium settings drop to 105.6 FPS, while High settings are close behind at 90 FPS. The Ultra preset still manages an average of 77.7 FPS, which is comfortably playable on high-refresh monitors.

At 4K, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings still provide a high average of 98.2 FPS. Medium settings drop to 72.5 FPS, and High settings are at 61.5 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS mark, with an average of 53 FPS. This indicates that for a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K, users should stick to High settings or lower.

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

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly identifies the GPU as the primary limiting component. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 108.9 at 1080p to 77.7 at 1440p, a reduction of 31.2 FPS. The drop from 1440p to 4K is even more severe, falling to 53 FPS, a further reduction of 24.7 FPS. This steep decline indicates that the GPU’s rendering power is the bottleneck.

At Low settings, the scaling is less dramatic but still significant. The average FPS goes from 195.7 at 1080p to 147.7 at 1440p, and then to 98.2 at 4K. The difference between 1080p and 4K is 97.5 FPS, which represents a 50% reduction in frame rate. This shows that even at the lowest settings, the resolution increase puts a substantial load on the GPU.

The data reveals a system where the CPU has ample headroom. At 1080p Low, the frame rate is nearly 200 FPS, which is a result of the GPU being able to render frames quickly and the CPU keeping up with the game’s logic. As resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU’s performance becomes less relevant. This is a classic sign of a well-matched CPU-GPU pair, where the CPU is not holding back the GPU at any resolution.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 195.7, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system maintain a 60 FPS average at 4K resolution?

A: At 4K, the system averages 61.5 FPS on High settings and 72.5 FPS on Medium, but drops to 53 FPS on Ultra. Therefore, it can maintain 60 FPS at 4K with High settings or lower.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800X compare to the Intel Core i5-12600KF in average benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 27606, which is 0.8% lower than the Intel Core i5-12600KF’s score of 27827.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4070 and the AMD Radeon RX 5300M?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37283, which is 2.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5300M’s score of 36371.

Q: What is the system's rank among all tested combos for Control?

A: The system ranks 387 out of 1636 tested combos, placing it in the top 24% of all configurations.

Q: What is the average FPS difference between Ultra and Low settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the average FPS is 77.7 on Ultra and 147.7 on Low, resulting in a 70 FPS difference between the two settings.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset is the recommended choice. At 1440p, it delivers an average of 90 FPS, which is excellent for a smooth experience. At 4K, it provides an average of 61.5 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold for a playable experience.

For users with high-refresh-rate 1080p monitors, the Ultra preset is the best option, as it still delivers an average of 108.9 FPS. This allows for maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing the high frame rates needed for competitive play. The Medium preset is a viable alternative for those who want to prioritize frame rate over visual detail, as it offers a significant FPS boost over High settings at all resolutions.

The Low preset is only recommended for users seeking the absolute highest frame rates, such as 195.7 FPS at 1080p. However, the visual trade-off is substantial. Given that the High preset offers a strong balance of visuals and performance, it is the most sensible default for this hardware combination. Users should only consider Ultra at 1080p or High at 1440p and 4K for the best experience.