Control

Control, the 2019 action-adventure title, is a demanding showcase for any hardware combination. The pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT places this system in the upper half of all tested configurations, occupying the 775th position out of 1636 total combos. This mid-pack ranking suggests the hardware is well-balanced for the title, but the data reveals that the experience is highly dependent on the selected resolution and quality preset.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark data positions this CPU-GPU pairing at the 775th spot out of 1636 tested combinations, placing it in the 53rd percentile of all systems evaluated for Control. This is a solid result, indicating that the Ryzen 9 5950X and RX 6750 XT together form a capable foundation for this game, though there is clear headroom for other high-end configurations to outperform it.

The processor itself is a significant contributor to this ranking. The Ryzen 9 5950X, with its 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, posts a strong average benchmark score of 49062. This places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600K, scores 49166, a difference of only -0.2%, making the two effectively identical in raw processing power for this title. The data suggests the 5950X is neither a bottleneck nor a standout advantage, as it sits within a 1.1% margin of its closest competitors, including the Intel Core i5-14600KF and the AMD EPYC 4345P.

On the graphics side, the Radeon RX 6750 XT holds the 79th percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 35327. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, posts a nearly identical score of 35264, a delta of just 0.2%. This indicates that the GPU's performance is squarely in a competitive tier where minor architectural differences are the deciding factor. The pairing of a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU means that in most scenarios, the frame rate will be dictated by the graphics card's capabilities.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, resulting in a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The card's clock speeds are set with a base of 2150 MHz and a boost of 2600 MHz, with a game clock of 2495 MHz. These specifications are directly reflected in the measured FPS, as the card's compute power of 13.31 TFLOPS is tasked with rendering Control's physics-heavy environments.

In Control, the GPU's role is paramount. The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern across settings, which is the hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario. For instance, at 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 148.8 FPS on Low settings to 82.6 FPS on Ultra, a reduction of 66.2 FPS. This scaling is consistent at higher resolutions, with 2560x1440 showing a drop from 112.4 FPS to 61.9 FPS, and 3840x2160 from 76.1 FPS to 41.9 FPS. The GPU's 64 ROPs and 160 TMUs are fully engaged in processing the game's post-processing effects and texture detail, making the choice of settings the single most important factor for performance.

The 12 GB VRAM buffer is more than sufficient for Control at these tested settings. Even at the most demanding configuration of 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the card maintains an average of 41.9 FPS, indicating that memory capacity is not a limiting factor. The performance is instead constrained by the GPU's raw shader throughput and memory bandwidth, which are the primary determinants of frame rates in this title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of performance for the three primary resolutions. The most balanced experience is achieved with the High preset, which offers a significant visual uplift over Medium while maintaining playable frame rates. At 1920x1080, High settings yield an average of 95.8 FPS, which is only 12.4 FPS lower than Medium but substantially more visually detailed. Similarly, at 2560x1440, High produces 68.9 FPS, a 9.5 FPS reduction from Medium, making it the optimal choice for a 60 Hz display.

For 4K gaming at 3840x2160, the High preset is the ceiling for smooth gameplay, delivering an average of 45.6 FPS. While this is below the 60 FPS threshold, it is 3.7 FPS faster than the Ultra preset and 11.6 FPS slower than Medium. Given the visual complexity of Control's destructible environments, the High preset is the recommended choice for 4K, as it balances clarity with performance. The Ultra preset is only advisable for those who prioritize maximum visual fidelity over frame rate, as it results in a sub-45 FPS experience at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset shows a consistent pattern of performance scaling across all three resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the combo is highly capable. The Low preset delivers an average of 148.8 FPS, making it suitable for high refresh rate displays. Moving to Medium drops the average to 108.2 FPS, while High achieves 95.8 FPS. The Ultra preset yields 82.6 FPS, which is still smooth but shows a 66.2 FPS drop from the lowest settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 112.4 FPS, providing a fluid experience. Medium settings reduce this to 78.4 FPS, and High settings to 68.9 FPS. The Ultra preset brings the average down to 61.9 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS mark, making it a viable option for standard monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle with the higher pixel count. The Low preset averages 76.1 FPS, which is acceptable. Medium settings drop this to 57.2 FPS, and High to 45.6 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, resulting in an average of only 41.9 FPS. This resolution requires compromises, and the data shows that only the Low preset maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this system for Control?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT ranks 775th out of 1636 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all tested systems for this game.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its direct competitors?

A: The Ryzen 9 5950X has an average benchmark score of 49062, placing it in the 93rd percentile. It is effectively tied with the Intel Core i5-14600K, which scores 49166, a performance delta of only -0.2%.

Q: What kind of frame rates can be expected at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 95.8 FPS. This is a strong result, and the Low preset pushes this to 148.8 FPS for competitive play.

Q: Is the 12 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game at high resolutions?

A: Yes. The data shows that even at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the card maintains an average of 41.9 FPS, indicating that the 12 GB memory buffer is not a performance bottleneck in Control.

Q: What is the best setting preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: For 2560x1440, the High preset is recommended, providing an average of 68.9 FPS. This is a significant improvement over the Ultra preset's 61.9 FPS and is more than sufficient for a smooth experience.

Q: How does the GPU stack up against its nearest rival?

A: The Radeon RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 35327, placing it in the 79th percentile. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, scores 35264, a negligible performance delta of 0.2%.