Control

Control pairs a 16-core Intel Core i7-13700K with a Radeon RX 6750 XT, and the benchmark results for this combination show a system that is clearly GPU-limited at every resolution tested. The measured frames per second across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K reveal that the CPU provides ample headroom, while the graphics card becomes the definitive bottleneck as pixel count rises. This analysis breaks down the component roles, scaling behavior, and optimal settings for this specific pairing in Remedy’s action-adventure title.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a Raptor Lake-S desktop processor built on Intel’s 10 nm process, featuring 16 cores and 24 threads. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, and it carries 30 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU scores 39,000 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 5,505 in single-core, placing it in the 93rd percentile against all CPUs. The nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13700KF (deltaPct -0.1), AMD EPYC 4364P (deltaPct 0.3), and Intel Core i9-12900F (deltaPct 0.4), meaning the 13700K sits within a fraction of a percent of these chips in average score.

In Control, the CPU’s role is largely about maintaining a high enough frame floor so the GPU can do its work. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 145.5 FPS average, which is the highest measured result in the dataset. This suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor even at the lowest resolution and graphics load. The 16 cores and 24 threads are more than sufficient for Control’s engine, which does not heavily utilize multi-threading. The single-thread performance, as evidenced by a Geekbench single-core score of 2,850 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 1,136, ensures that game logic and draw calls are processed without introducing stutter or frame pacing issues.

When comparing to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, the delta is only -0.1%, meaning the K variant performs essentially identically. This indicates that the CPU choice has no meaningful impact on the benchmark results presented here. The data shows that the 13700K’s high boost clock and large cache are adequate for feeding the RX 6750 XT at all settings, but the GPU becomes the primary constraint long before CPU limits are reached.

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 the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on TSMC’s 7 nm process. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a base clock of 2150 MHz, a boost clock of 2600 MHz, and a game clock of 2495 MHz. With 2,560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, it achieves a pixel rate of 166.4 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 416.0 GTexel/s. Its performance places it in the 79th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35,327. Nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 5600M (deltaPct 0.2), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile (deltaPct -0.3), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (deltaPct -1.3), showing it performs within 1.3% of these cards in aggregate benchmarks.

In Control, the RX 6750 XT’s 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for all tested settings, even at 4K Ultra where it still delivers 42.1 FPS. The GPU’s raw compute power, measured at 13.31 TFLOPS FP32, is what determines the frame rates at higher resolutions. At 4K High, the combo averages 49.5 FPS, while dropping to 4K Low yields 73.1 FPS. This scaling shows that the GPU is the dominant factor in performance, as reducing graphical load directly translates to higher frame rates. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s is adequate for the game’s textures, and no VRAM-related performance cliffs appear in the data.

The comparison to the RTX 3080 is notable: the RX 6750 XT’s average score is 1.3% lower, but in Control, the measured FPS at 1080p High (93.8) and 1440p High (73.2) indicate that the card is competitive with its direct rivals in real-world gaming, even if aggregate scores suggest parity. The data confirms that the GPU is the performance ceiling for this combo, and any frame rate improvements must come from lowering settings or resolution.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS across resolutions shows a clear and predictable pattern of decline as pixel count increases, which strongly indicates a GPU-bound system. At 1080p High, the combo averages 93.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the average drops to 73.2 FPS, a reduction of approximately 22%. At 4K High, the average falls to 49.5 FPS, which is roughly 47% lower than the 1080p result. This scaling is consistent with the GPU’s fill rate and compute limits, not the CPU.

Looking at Low settings, the pattern is even more telling. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 145.5 FPS, but at 1440p Low it drops to 113.7 FPS, and at 4K Low it falls to 73.1 FPS. The delta between 1080p and 1440p Low is about 22%, and between 1080p and 4K Low is about 50%. These percentages are nearly identical to the High settings, which means the performance drop is driven by resolution alone, not by the complexity of the graphics settings. This is a classic sign that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU’s workload does not change significantly with resolution.

The frame rate differences between settings at the same resolution further confirm this. At 1080p, Ultra yields 83.8 FPS, High yields 93.8 FPS, Medium yields 108.2 FPS, and Low yields 145.5 FPS. The spread from Ultra to Low is over 60 FPS, which is entirely attributable to GPU load. If the CPU were the bottleneck, this spread would be much smaller. The data shows that the RX 6750 XT is the primary constraint, and users seeking higher frame rates should prioritize resolution and settings adjustments over CPU upgrades.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for Control, this pairing of the Intel Core i7-13700K and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT ranks 759th out of 1,636 combos. This places it in the upper-middle tier of all tested systems, roughly in the 54th percentile. The rank reflects the GPU’s mid-range positioning rather than the CPU’s high-end status, as the 13700K is a top-tier processor that could drive much faster graphics cards without issue.

The rank is influenced by the GPU’s aggregate performance relative to other cards in the database. The RX 6750 XT’s average score of 35,327 is close to the RTX 3080’s 35,787 (deltaPct -1.3), yet the RTX 3080 would likely rank higher in Control due to its superior rasterization performance. The 759th rank out of 1,636 combos means that roughly 877 other pairings deliver higher average FPS in this game, which is expected given the GPU’s mid-range classification. For context, the CPU alone scores in the 93rd percentile, but the combo’s rank is dragged down by the GPU, confirming that the graphics card is the limiting factor in this pairing.

This rank suggests that while the system is capable of playing Control at playable frame rates across all settings, it is not a high-end configuration for this specific title. Users with this combo should expect performance that is solid but not exceptional, and they should not expect to max out the game at 4K without compromises.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo depends on the target resolution and desired smoothness. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 93.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, while Ultra drops to 83.8 FPS, still very playable. The Medium preset offers 108.2 FPS, and Low provides 145.5 FPS, but the visual quality loss is not necessary at this resolution. For 1080p, the High preset provides the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, as the frame rate is high enough to avoid any perceptible stutter.

At 1440p, the High preset averages 73.2 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS and provides a good experience. The Ultra preset drops to 63.9 FPS, which is marginally above 60 FPS but may introduce occasional dips in demanding scenes. The Medium preset at 80.7 FPS offers a safer margin, and Low at 113.7 FPS is overkill for most displays. For 1440p, the High preset is recommended, as it maintains a comfortable frame rate while preserving the game’s visual effects. If the user prioritizes stability, Medium is a reasonable fallback.

At 4K, the situation changes. The High preset averages 49.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may feel less responsive. The Ultra preset drops to 42.1 FPS, which is likely too low for a smooth experience in a fast-paced action game. The Medium preset at 56.3 FPS is close to 60 FPS but not quite there, while Low at 73.1 FPS provides a playable frame rate. For 4K, the Low preset is the only option that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS, but it sacrifices visual quality. A better approach is to use the Medium preset at 4K and accept the 56.3 FPS average, which is still playable for a single-player title. The data suggests that 1440p High is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a balance of clarity and performance.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-13700K the bottleneck in Control with the RX 6750 XT?

A: No. The benchmark data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 145.5 FPS, which is the highest measured result, indicating the CPU can handle the game’s demands easily. The GPU becomes the bottleneck as resolution increases, as evidenced by the consistent FPS drops across all settings.

Q: How does the RX 6750 XT compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3080, in this game?

A: The RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 35,327, which is 1.3% lower than the RTX 3080’s 35,787 (deltaPct -1.3). In Control, the measured FPS at 1080p High is 93.8, and at 1440p High it is 73.2, showing that the card performs competitively, though the RTX 3080 would likely have a higher frame rate in this title.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system in Control?

A: The data shows that 1440p with High settings is the optimal choice, delivering an average of 73.2 FPS. This provides a smooth experience above 60 FPS while retaining visual quality. At 1080p, High also works well at 93.8 FPS, while 4K requires Low settings to exceed 60 FPS, which is not ideal.

Q: Does the RX 6750 XT have enough VRAM for Control at 4K?

A: Yes. The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, and the measured results show that 4K Ultra runs at 42.1 FPS and 4K High at 49.5 FPS. The VRAM is not a limiting factor in the tested settings, as the frame rates are constrained by the GPU’s compute performance rather than memory capacity.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 759th out of 1,636 tested combinations in Control, placing it in the upper-middle tier. This rank is primarily due to the GPU’s mid-range performance, as the CPU alone scores in the 93rd percentile of all processors.

Q: Should I upgrade the CPU or GPU to improve performance in Control?

A: The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. Upgrading the CPU would yield no measurable benefit, as the 13700K already delivers the highest frame rates at 1080p Low. A faster graphics card would directly improve FPS across all resolutions and settings.