Control

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank for the Intel Core i5-10400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 in Control?

A: This combo ranks 762nd out of 1636 tested combinations in the database for this game, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the field.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rival in raw GPU benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5060 scores 30109 on average across GPU benchmarks, which is essentially tied with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (30097, 0% delta). It also sits within 0.6% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (29928) and 0.5% of the NVIDIA Tesla M60 (29969).

Q: What is the best 4K result achieved by this combo?

A: At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the combo reaches an average of 77.5 FPS. The High preset at 4K yields 50.2 FPS, while Ultra drops to 38.6 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 1440p gaming comfortably in Control?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the average FPS ranges from 61.1 (Ultra) to 112.2 (Low). The High preset delivers 74.2 FPS, and Medium achieves 82.4 FPS, both well above smooth-playable thresholds.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance relative to its own multi-thread score?

A: The Core i5-10400F scores 1453 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 10297 in multi-core. Its Geekbench single-core score is 1454, while multi-core is 5783, showing a roughly 4x scaling in that test.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5060 have, and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is paired with a 28 Gbps effective memory clock.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination sits at rank 762 out of 1636 tested combos in Control, which places it in the 46th percentile of all configurations. This is a middling result for a modern GPU paired with a last-generation six-core CPU. The ranking suggests that while the RTX 5060 has ample graphics horsepower, the system as a whole is not optimized for the top tier of performance in this title.

Breaking down the components, the CPU's percentile versus all processors is 73, meaning it outperforms nearly three-quarters of all CPUs tested. Its average benchmark score of 14168 is nearly identical to the AMD EPYC 7552 (14115, +0.4%) and slightly below the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C (14277, -0.8%). The gap to the Intel Core i5-8500 (14332) is just 1.1%, indicating that the i5-10400F is competitive with older mainstream chips but not a standout performer.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5060 holds a 73rd percentile rank among all graphics cards, with an average score of 30109. Its nearest rivals are the RX 7700 XT (30097, 0%), RX 570 (30158, -0.2%), Tesla M60 (29969, +0.5%), and RTX 5070 Mobile (29928, +0.6%). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, showing that the RTX 5060 sits in a tight performance cluster where small benchmark variations determine the ordering.

The combo's mid-pack ranking in Control specifically reflects that the game's engine responds well to both CPU and GPU improvements, but this pairing does not excel in either dimension. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for the game's demands, yet the lack of a higher boost clock or newer architecture prevents it from pushing the GPU to its full potential at lower resolutions. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, which explains why the combo performs relatively better at 4K than at 1080p when compared to other systems.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC, featuring 21,900 million transistors on a 181 mm² die. Its base clock is 2280 MHz, with a boost clock reaching 2497 MHz. The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth—a figure that becomes critical at higher resolutions where texture streaming and memory access patterns stress the bus.

In Control, the GPU's role is dominant across all measured settings, but the data reveals how VRAM capacity and bandwidth interact with resolution. At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 77.5 on Low to 38.6 on Ultra, a 50% reduction. This steep decline suggests that the 8 GB VRAM buffer fills quickly at 4K with higher-quality textures and effects, forcing the GPU to manage memory more aggressively. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth helps mitigate some of this pressure, but it cannot fully compensate for the capacity limitation.

The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial: 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, with a FP32 throughput of 19.18 TFLOPS. For a game like Control, which uses DirectX 12 features and real-time ray tracing, the 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores are relevant, though the measured FPS data does not differentiate between rasterized and ray-traced workloads. The pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed to maintain high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

The RTX 5060's benchmark profile shows a Passmark G3D score of 20891 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 120785, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival, the RX 7700 XT, matches its average score exactly (30097 vs 30109, 0% delta), indicating that these cards trade blows depending on the workload. The GPU's 145 W TDP and dual-slot design make it a moderate-power solution, though the data does not include thermal or power measurements for this specific game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 149 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this configuration. Moving up to Medium yields 107.2 FPS, High achieves 94.8 FPS, and Ultra still maintains a playable 80.1 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 46% performance drop, but even the most demanding preset stays above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the results show a clear step down. Low settings average 112.2 FPS, Medium drops to 82.4 FPS, High comes in at 74.2 FPS, and Ultra falls to 61.1 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra widens to 46%, similar to 1080p, but the absolute numbers are lower across the board. The Ultra preset at 1440p is just barely above the 60 FPS mark, making it a viable option for gamers who prioritize visual fidelity over headroom.

The 3840x2160 results reveal the most significant performance constraints. Low settings average 77.5 FPS, which is respectable for 4K, but Medium drops to 54.7 FPS, High to 50.2 FPS, and Ultra to 38.6 FPS. The jump from Low to Medium at 4K is particularly steep—a 29% reduction—suggesting that medium-quality textures and effects place a disproportionate load on the GPU. The Ultra preset at 4K is only suitable for gamers who accept sub-40 FPS averages, which may not be smooth enough for fast-paced action sequences in Control.

Comparing resolution scaling, the combo loses about 25% performance when moving from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings (e.g., High: 94.8 to 74.2 FPS). Moving from 1440p to 4K at High settings results in a 32% drop (74.2 to 50.2 FPS). This indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and VRAM capacity become increasingly limiting as pixel count rises, with the 128-bit bus showing its constraints at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear choice. At 80.1 FPS average, it provides a smooth experience with maximum visual quality, and there is enough headroom to maintain consistent frame pacing. Even if a player prefers higher refresh rates, the High preset at 94.8 FPS offers a good balance, while Low at 149 FPS is unnecessary unless chasing 144 Hz displays with minimal input lag.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 74.2 FPS is the recommended setting for most users, as it delivers a solid balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset at 61.1 FPS is acceptable for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate stability, but the margin above 60 FPS is thin. Medium at 82.4 FPS is a safer choice for gamers who want more headroom for demanding scenes, while Low at 112.2 FPS suits competitive play or high-refresh monitors.

For 3840x2160, the data points to Low settings as the only fully playable option, with an average of 77.5 FPS. The Medium preset at 54.7 FPS is borderline, and High at 50.2 FPS may cause noticeable stuttering during intense combat sequences. Ultra at 38.6 FPS is not recommended for active gameplay, though it could serve for screenshot purposes or cinematic viewing where frame rate is less critical.

The overall pattern suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can handle even Ultra settings without dropping below 60 FPS. At 4K, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory interface become bottlenecks, making Low the only setting that delivers consistently smooth performance. Players with 4K displays should consider lowering resolution or accepting reduced settings, as the measured data shows no preset combination that achieves both high fidelity and high frame rates at that resolution.