Control

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Control, with 4K remaining a stretch. The data indicates a system that is well-balanced for high-refresh-rate gaming at mainstream resolutions, though the CPU's strong multi-threading capabilities are not the primary driver in this title. The measured frame rates show a clear progression where resolution and settings scale predictably, placing this combo in the upper-middle tier of tested configurations.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. It features a 25 MB shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. In synthetic benchmarks, the chip achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29241 and a single-core score of 4128, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 13892. Its average benchmark score of 35684 places it at the 89th percentile of all CPUs, indicating strong overall processing capability.

However, the data suggests that this CPU is not the bottleneck in Control. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo reaches 145.9 FPS, but at Ultra settings, it drops to 81.8 FPS. This frame rate differential is far more attributable to the GPU's workload than to CPU limitations. The processor's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845, which scores a near-identical 35802 (a -0.3% delta), and the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35468 (a +0.6% delta). These close margins indicate that the i7-12700K performs in a tightly contested band of high-end desktop CPUs. Given that the game scales so heavily with GPU settings—dropping from 145.9 FPS at Low to 81.8 FPS at Ultra at 1080p—the CPU's ample thread count and high boost clock are sufficient to feed the GPU without introducing a performance ceiling. The 3DMark scores, such as 9979 with max threads and 1043 single-thread, further confirm a processor that can handle both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads, making it a versatile partner for this action-adventure title.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with a Navi 22 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process. It carries 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The GPU's game clock is 2495 MHz with a boost clock of 2600 MHz. Its compute capabilities include an FP32 throughput of 13.31 TFLOPS and 40 ray tracing cores. The card holds an average benchmark score of 35327, placing it at the 79th percentile of all GPUs.

The VRAM capacity and memory bandwidth are directly relevant to Control's performance at higher resolutions. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo manages just 41.1 FPS, while at High settings it reaches 47.7 FPS. This suggests that the 12 GB frame buffer is not the limiting factor at 4K; rather, the raw shading power is insufficient for the game's demanding effects at that pixel count. In contrast, at 2560x1440, the card shows more headroom, with 59.4 FPS at Ultra and 73.5 FPS at High. The GPU's nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, which scores 35264 (a +0.2% delta), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile at 35435 (a -0.3% delta). The fact that the RX 6750 XT trades blows with a mobile RTX 50-series part and a much older RX 5600M illustrates its mid-range positioning. The data shows that the GPU is the dominant factor in this combo's frame rates, as evidenced by the 34.9% difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p (145.9 vs 81.8 FPS).

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Examining the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 92.5 FPS, which is a strong sweet spot for smooth gameplay on a 144Hz monitor. The Medium preset yields 109 FPS, providing a 17.8% performance increase over High, but the visual fidelity trade-off may not be worth it for many players. The Ultra preset drops to 81.8 FPS, which is still playable but sacrifices the frame rate headroom that makes the action feel responsive. For 1080p, High is the recommended balance, offering a substantial frame rate over Ultra while keeping the visual quality high.

At 2560x1440, the High preset returns 73.5 FPS, which is a comfortable level for a 60Hz display and acceptable for many 144Hz users who prefer higher fidelity. The Medium preset at 81.2 FPS is also viable, but the jump from Medium to High is only a 10.5% frame rate reduction, making High the better choice for the visual uplift. The Ultra preset at 59.4 FPS is borderline for smooth play, so High is recommended for the best experience at this resolution. At 3840x2160, all presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with High at 47.7 FPS and Low at 76.5 FPS. Given that Low provides a playable 76.5 FPS at 4K, it is the only preset that approaches smoothness, but the visual downgrade is significant. The data suggests that 4K should be avoided if possible, with High at 1440p being the highest-quality playable option.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This Intel Core i7-12700K + AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination holds a rank of 788 out of 1636 tested combos in Control. This places it in the 48th percentile of all systems tested, meaning it outperforms slightly less than half of the configurations in the database. This mid-pack ranking is consistent with the GPU's 79th percentile standing and the CPU's 89th percentile, suggesting that the pairing is balanced but not exceptional for this specific title. The rank indicates that while the system is competent for 1080p and 1440p gaming, it is not a top-tier performer for Control, likely due to the game's heavy reliance on GPU rasterization.

Compared to the combo's constituent parts, the ranking makes sense. A system with a top-tier GPU like the RTX 3080 (which appears as a rival to the RX 6750 XT with a -1.3% delta) would likely rank higher, but the RX 6750 XT's position is solidly mid-range. The data shows that this combo is more than capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p, but it will not compete with high-end rigs at 4K Ultra. The rank of 788 out of 1636 reflects a system that is well-suited for mainstream gaming, providing a dependable experience without pushing the boundaries of performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves at 1920x1080?

A: The highest average frame rate at 1920x1080 is 145.9 FPS, achieved with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the combo perform at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 41.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play.

Q: What is the difference in performance between High and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 73.5 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers 59.4 FPS, a difference of 14.1 FPS.

Q: Where does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Control?

A: This combo ranks 788 out of 1636 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the performance spectrum.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to bottleneck this system in Control?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as frame rates drop significantly when increasing graphics settings, such as from 145.9 FPS at Low to 81.8 FPS at Ultra at 1080p.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 109 FPS.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the performance scales as follows: Low settings yield an average of 145.9 FPS, Medium settings yield 109 FPS, High settings yield 92.5 FPS, and Ultra settings yield 81.8 FPS. This shows a clear degradation from Low to Ultra, with the largest single step being the 36.9 FPS drop from Low to Medium.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are lower but still respectable: Low settings produce 112.1 FPS, Medium settings produce 81.2 FPS, High settings produce 73.5 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 59.4 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is 7.7 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is 14.1 FPS, indicating that Ultra has a disproportionately higher cost.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to struggle: Low settings achieve 76.5 FPS, Medium settings achieve 53.7 FPS, High settings achieve 47.7 FPS, and Ultra settings achieve 41.1 FPS. The difference between Low and Medium is 22.8 FPS, which is the most significant single-setting transition in the dataset. Across all resolutions, the Low preset is the only one that consistently maintains frame rates above 60 FPS, while the Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS at both 1440p and 4K. These numbers confirm that the combo is best utilized at 1080p with High settings or 1440p with High settings for a balanced experience.