Control

The Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination ranks 476th out of 3,720 tested combos in Control, placing it in the top 12.8% of all systems tested. This is a strong result driven almost entirely by the GPU, which sits at the 86th percentile among all graphics cards, while the CPU sits at a more modest 71st percentile. The pairing produces a system that is clearly capable of delivering a high-refresh-rate experience at 1440p and a solid 4K experience, though the CPU does create a measurable bottleneck at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 476 out of 3,720 tested configurations indicates that this system outperforms the vast majority of alternatives tested for Control. This is a particularly strong showing when considering the CPU is not a top-tier part; the i5-11400F's average benchmark score of 17,177 places it just 0.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7H12 and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U, but 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-12450H. The GPU, however, compensates decisively. The RTX 5070 Ti's average benchmark score of 49,957 is within 0.1% of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Arc A550M, but it trails the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT by 2% and leads the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT by 3.1%.

The performance hierarchy is clear: this system is built around the graphics card. In Control, the GPU's 86th percentile ranking versus the CPU's 71st percentile suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates. The measured FPS data confirms this, showing that the system scales predictably with resolution and settings, a hallmark of a GPU-bound configuration. While the CPU is not a weak point, it is not the reason this combo ranks so highly; the GPU carries the load. The data indicates that users upgrading from a weaker GPU would see a monumental increase in performance, while those coming from a weaker CPU would see a smaller, though still noticeable, gain.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the undisputed star of this configuration. It features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s. This large frame buffer and high bandwidth are critical for Control at high resolutions, as the game's physics-heavy environments and detailed textures can consume significant video memory. The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2452 MHz, are high, but the architecture's efficiency is the key factor. The RTX 5070 Ti's 43.94 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, allowing it to handle the game's complex rendering equations with ease.

The benchmark data shows the GPU's raw compute strength translates directly to frame rates. At 4K Ultra, the combo still manages an average of 65 FPS, which is playable, but the GPU's headroom is more evident at lower settings. The jump from Ultra to High at 4K yields a 10 FPS improvement (from 65 to 75 FPS), while dropping to Medium pushes the average to 84 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is not being fully taxed until the highest settings are enabled. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking against all GPUs is reflected in these numbers; it is a top-tier part that can handle almost anything thrown at it. The RTX 5070 Ti's position relative to rivals, such as being 3.1% faster than the RX 6800 XT, shows it is a high-end performer, but the measured results in Control show it is not quite enough to max out the game at 4K with a 60+ FPS minimum.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F provides the foundation for this system, and while it is not the primary performance driver in Control, its capabilities are sufficient to avoid crippling the GPU. It is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache is adequate for gaming workloads. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,340 and single-core score of 2,024 show it is a capable mid-range part, but its PassMark single-thread score of 2,981 is more relevant for gaming.

In Control, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU begins to become a limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system averages 199 FPS, but at 1440p Low, it drops to 176 FPS. This is a 13% decrease in performance with a 77% increase in pixel count, suggesting that the GPU is becoming more involved, but the CPU is still keeping pace. However, at 4K Low, the average is 119 FPS, a 45% drop from 1440p, which shows the GPU is now the clear bottleneck. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates it is above average, but its nearest rivals, like the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G, are close in performance. The i5-11400F is a solid match for this GPU, but it does prevent the system from reaching the absolute highest frame rates possible at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent frame rates. With Low settings, it averages 199 FPS. Medium settings reduce the average to 165 FPS, with a minimum of 140 FPS and a maximum of 190 FPS. High settings bring the average down to 146 FPS. Ultra settings are still very playable, with an average of 127 FPS. This resolution is clearly not a challenge for the combo, as even the most demanding preset remains well above 120 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. Low settings produce an average of 176 FPS. Medium settings average 125 FPS, with a minimum of 106 FPS and a maximum of 143 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 111 FPS, and Ultra settings average 96 FPS. The 1440p results are ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, as even Ultra settings manage to stay just below the 100 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload becomes the dominant factor. Low settings yield an average of 119 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium settings average 84 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 97 FPS. High settings drop to 75 FPS, and Ultra settings average 65 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is playable but does not provide the high refresh rates seen at lower resolutions. The data shows that the system is a 1440p champion and a competent 4K performer, but it cannot maintain 60+ FPS at 4K Ultra without compromises.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Control with this combo?

A: The data suggests 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At this resolution, the system averages 96 FPS on Ultra settings, which is an excellent balance of visual fidelity and smoothness. While 1920x1080 offers higher frame rates, the 1440p experience is more visually immersive.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Control?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 65, which is playable. However, to get a more comfortable margin above 60 FPS, users should consider High or Medium settings, which average 75 FPS and 84 FPS, respectively.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for the RTX 5070 Ti in this game?

A: The data indicates a slight CPU bottleneck at 1080p. The difference between 1080p Low (199 FPS) and 1440p Low (176 FPS) is smaller than the difference between 1440p Low and 4K Low (119 FPS). This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU limits the frame rate, while at 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

Q: How much performance is gained by dropping from Ultra to Medium settings?

A: The gains are significant. At 4K, dropping from Ultra to Medium increases the average FPS from 65 to 84, a 29% improvement. At 1440p, the gain is from 96 to 125 FPS, a 30% increase. At 1080p, the gain is from 127 to 165 FPS, a 30% improvement.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT in this system?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the RTX 5070 Ti is 3.1% faster than the RX 6800 XT. This edge is reflected in the high overall performance of this combo, which ranks in the top 12.8% of all tested systems.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The data only provides minimum FPS values for Medium settings. The lowest recorded minimum is 72 FPS at 4K Medium. The minimums for other settings are not provided in the data.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the Control experience with this hardware. For users with 4K displays, the High preset is the recommended starting point, as it delivers a 75 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. While Ultra offers slightly better visuals, the 65 FPS average is closer to the threshold where frame drops become noticeable. Medium is a fallback if High is not smooth enough, offering an 84 FPS average.

For 1440p users, the Ultra preset is the clear choice. The 96 FPS average ensures a highly responsive experience on high-refresh-rate monitors, and the visual quality is maximized. If users prefer even higher frame rates, dropping to High yields 111 FPS, but the visual difference is minor. For competitive play, Medium at 125 FPS is an option, but it is unnecessary for a single-player title.

For 1080p users, the Ultra preset is recommended without hesitation. The 127 FPS average is more than sufficient for any display, and the game will look its best. The system has enough headroom that even the most demanding settings do not compromise playability. The data shows that the GPU is so powerful at this resolution that it is almost certainly being held back by the CPU, but the result is still an exceptional experience. Ultimately, this combo is best utilized at 1440p Ultra, where it delivers a premium experience, or at 4K High, where it offers a great balance of quality and performance.