Control

Control with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is a showcase of extreme high-end capability, but the data reveals that the experience is heavily dictated by the graphics settings chosen. The combination delivers playable frame rates even at 4K Ultra, yet it is the scaling from 1080p to 4K that exposes the GPU as the primary performance arbiter in this title. The benchmark results indicate a system that can push well past 200 FPS at lower resolutions, but which settles into a more balanced, GPU-bound territory as pixel count increases.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K is stark and clearly demonstrates where the performance bottleneck lies. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 236 FPS, which is an exceptional figure. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset, the average drops to 206 FPS, a reduction of approximately 13%. The jump to 3840x2160 at Low settings yields an average of 139 FPS, representing a further 33% decrease from the 1440p result. This steep decline as resolution increases is the classic signature of a GPU-limited scenario; the CPU has ample headroom at lower resolutions, but the RTX 4090's rendering workload becomes the limiting factor as pixel count multiplies.

This trend persists across all settings presets. With High settings, the average FPS falls from 172 at 1080p to 130 at 1440p (a 24% drop), and then to 88 at 4K (a 32% drop from 1440p). The Ultra preset shows a similar pattern: 149 FPS at 1080p, 113 at 1440p, and 76 at 4K. The consistency of these percentage drops—roughly 25-30% between each resolution step—confirms that the scaling is uniform and predictable, with no sudden cliffs or anomalies that would suggest a CPU limitation at any specific resolution. The data shows that the Ryzen 7 5800XT, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is more than sufficient to feed the RTX 4090 even at 1080p, as the frame rate continues to climb with lower graphical loads.

The interpretation is clear: this is a GPU-bound pairing in Control. The RTX 4090's performance is the defining factor, and the CPU's role is to stay out of the way. The 4K results, while lower than lower resolutions, are still highly respectable, with the Low preset hitting 139 FPS and the High preset at 88 FPS. The most demanding configuration, 4K Ultra, still averages 76 FPS, which is comfortably playable. The resolution scaling data suggests that users with high-refresh-rate 1080p or 1440p monitors will be limited by their display's refresh rate rather than the hardware, while 4K users will see the GPU working much harder to maintain high frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is the undisputed performance driver in this configuration. Its specifications within the FACT PACK paint a picture of a top-tier part: 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth, while the GPU's boost clock is listed at 2520 MHz. The 16384 shading units and 128 RT cores are the architectural muscle behind the frame rates observed. The benchmark results show that the GPU's average score is 60347, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. This percentile ranking is a strong indicator of its position at the top of the performance hierarchy.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU is likely the limiting factor in some scenarios, but the data does not show a plateau. At 4K, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The VRAM capacity of 24 GB is not a limiting factor in any of the measured configurations; the game at 4K Ultra is unlikely to exceed this amount, and the data shows no min FPS drops that would indicate memory pressure. The memory clock of 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) and the 1.01 TB/s bandwidth ensure that texture streaming and data transfer are not bottlenecks.

The RTX 4090's performance relative to its nearest rivals in the FACT PACK is interesting. Its average benchmark score of 60347 is nearly identical to the Intel Arc Pro A60 (60326, deltaPct 0), and it is only 2.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (61896). However, these are average benchmark scores, not game-specific results. In Control, the measured FPS data shows the true gaming capability. The GPU's high pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,290.2 GTexel/s are theoretical maximums that align with the high frame rates observed. The RTX 4090 is clearly the component that determines the final output, and its 88th percentile standing reinforces that this is a top-12% performing GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this CPU and GPU combination in Control?

A: The highest average frame rate is 236 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the performance at 4K Ultra compare to 1080p Ultra?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 76, which is approximately half of the 149 FPS average seen at 1080p Ultra. This represents a 49% reduction in frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The frame rates drop significantly from 1440p to 4K across all settings, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound workload.

Q: Does the RTX 4090's 24 GB VRAM cause any performance issues in this game?

A: No. The benchmark data shows no anomalous min FPS drops that would suggest VRAM capacity or bandwidth limitations at any resolution or settings preset.

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

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings produce an average of 206 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 113 FPS. This is a 45% reduction in average frame rate when moving from Low to Ultra.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations for Control?

A: This combination ranks 153rd out of 3720 tested combos, placing it in the top 4.1% of all configurations tested for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination ranks 153rd out of 3720 total tested combos for Control. This places the pairing in the top 4.1% of all configurations, evidence of its overall capability. This ranking is a composite measure that likely accounts for all tested resolutions and settings, and the high placement is expected given the individual performance of both components. The CPU, with its average benchmark score of 29879, sits in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU, as mentioned, is in the 88th percentile.

The rank suggests that there are 152 combinations that perform better, but these are likely to include newer, more expensive, or more specialized hardware. In the context of the broader database, this combo's position is strong. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (avgScore 29868, deltaPct 0) and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (avgScore 29713, deltaPct 0.6), show that the 5800XT is competitive with much newer mobile and desktop parts. The GPU's nearest rivals, including the Intel Arc Pro A60 and AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, are professional-grade parts, but the RTX 4090's gaming performance is clearly superior in this specific title.

The combination's rank is not just a sum of its parts. The data shows that the pairing works well together in Control, with no obvious inefficiencies. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23794) ensures it can handle the game's background tasks, while the GPU's raw power dominates the rendering pipeline. For a user with this hardware, the rank confirms that they are at the pinnacle of gaming performance for this title, with only a small fraction of other systems achieving higher frame rates across the board.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. All figures are average FPS unless otherwise noted.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: 236 FPS
• Medium: 194 FPS (min 165, max 223)
• High: 172 FPS
• Ultra: 149 FPS

At 2560x1440:

• Low: 206 FPS
• Medium: 146 FPS (min 124, max 168)
• High: 130 FPS
• Ultra: 113 FPS

At 3840x2160:

• Low: 139 FPS
• Medium: 99 FPS (min 84, max 114)
• High: 88 FPS
• Ultra: 76 FPS

The data shows a consistent pattern: each increase in settings tier reduces the average FPS by a similar margin, and each increase in resolution has a compounding effect. For example, at 1080p, moving from Low to Ultra costs 87 FPS (a 37% reduction). At 4K, the same settings transition costs 63 FPS (a 45% reduction). The Medium preset is the only one with min and max FPS data, showing a range of 165-223 at 1080p, 124-168 at 1440p, and 84-114 at 4K. This data suggests that frame pacing is stable, with no severe dips.

The 4K Ultra result of 76 FPS is the lowest average recorded for this combo, but it remains above the 60 FPS threshold that is often considered the minimum for a smooth experience. The 4K High preset at 88 FPS offers a better balance of visual fidelity and performance. The 1440p results are all above 113 FPS, making this resolution the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate gaming, as even Ultra settings clear the 100 FPS mark. The 1080p results are exceptionally high, with even the Ultra preset hitting 149 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz or 165Hz monitors.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend entirely on the user's display resolution and refresh rate. For users with a 4K display, the High preset at 88 FPS is the recommended starting point. It provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium (99 FPS) while still maintaining a comfortable frame rate. The Ultra preset at 76 FPS is playable and offers the best visual quality, but the 12 FPS drop from High may not be worth the marginal visual gains for competitive play. The Low preset at 139 FPS is not recommended for 4K, as it would undermine the visual fidelity that the high resolution is meant to provide.

For 1440p users, the Ultra preset at 113 FPS is the best choice. It delivers the full visual experience while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS standard and suitable for 120Hz or higher refresh rate displays. The High preset at 130 FPS is a viable alternative for those who prioritize frame rate over absolute visual quality, but the Ultra preset's performance is so strong that there is little reason to downgrade. The Low preset at 206 FPS is only suitable for esports-style play where maximum frame rates are paramount.

For 1080p users, the situation is similar to 1440p. The Ultra preset at 149 FPS is the recommended setting, as it provides a high frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of most standard monitors. The High preset at 172 FPS is also excellent, offering a 23 FPS increase over Ultra. The Medium preset at 194 FPS and Low preset at 236 FPS are only necessary for users with 240Hz or higher refresh rate displays who want to maximize frame rates. In all cases, the data shows that this system is powerful enough to run Control at maximum settings with excellent performance, and the choice of preset should be guided by the display's capabilities and the user's preference for visual fidelity versus frame rate.