Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 is a well-known combination from the late 2010s. In Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS, the recorded data shows a system that can handle 1080p gaming comfortably at medium settings, with clear limitations at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across three resolutions and four quality presets, examines how the combo ranks against other tested configurations, and provides guidance on the best settings for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data for this CPU and GPU pairing in Lockdown Protocol covers 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080, each tested at Low, Medium, High, and Ultra settings. Average frame rates are recorded for every configuration, with minimum and maximum values available for the Medium preset at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the results are consistently below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Low preset produces an average of 40 FPS. Medium drops to 29 FPS on average, with a minimum of 24 FPS and a maximum of 33 FPS. High averages 25 FPS, and Ultra falls to 19 FPS. None of these settings come close to delivering a fluid experience at 4K, and even the lowest preset leaves significant room for improvement.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance improves substantially. The Low preset averages 62 FPS, which is the first configuration in the data to reach the playable threshold. Medium averages 44 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 51 FPS. High averages 39 FPS, and Ultra averages 29 FPS. The jump from 4K to 1440p provides a meaningful boost, but only the Low preset crosses the 60 FPS line.

At 1920x1080, the pairing shows its strongest results. Low averages 85 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above the threshold. Medium averages exactly 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS. High averages 53 FPS, and Ultra averages 40 FPS. The data indicates that 1080p is where this combination is most viable, with two presets meeting the 60 FPS target.

The scaling pattern across resolutions is consistent. Each step down in resolution yields a significant average FPS increase at the same settings. At Low, the progression goes from 40 FPS at 4K, to 62 FPS at 1440p, to 85 FPS at 1080p. At Medium, the progression is 29 FPS, 44 FPS, and 60 FPS. At High, it is 25 FPS, 39 FPS, and 53 FPS. At Ultra, it is 19 FPS, 29 FPS, and 40 FPS. The minimum and maximum values recorded for the Medium preset also show the same trend, with the 1080p configuration offering the tightest and highest range.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the recorded data, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS varies by resolution. The playability threshold is defined as 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The highest average recorded is 40 FPS at Low settings, but that is still 20 FPS short of the target. The database verdict lists no playable settings for this resolution, meaning the user would need to accept a frame rate well below the threshold regardless of quality level.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only option that clears the bar. It averages 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium falls to 44 FPS, High to 39 FPS, and Ultra to 29 FPS. The best settings for this resolution are therefore Low, delivering an average of 62 FPS. This provides a small buffer above the threshold, but it is not a large margin.

At 1920x1080, two presets meet the threshold. Low averages 85 FPS, and Medium averages 60 FPS. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an exact average of 60 FPS. This is the recommended configuration for 1080p, as it balances visual quality with a playable frame rate. The minimum of 51 FPS and maximum of 69 FPS for this preset show some fluctuation, but the average meets the target.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this CPU and GPU pairing holds a specific position. The combo rank is 3384 out of 3714 tested configurations. This places it in the lower portion of the ranking, indicating that a majority of other hardware combinations deliver higher performance in this game.

The percentile data for the individual components provides context. The CPU ranks in the 75th percentile among all processors tested, which suggests it is a relatively capable part for general workloads. The GPU, however, ranks in the 53rd percentile among all graphics cards. The combination of a mid-to-high percentile CPU with a lower percentile GPU suggests the graphics card is the limiting factor in most scenarios.

The rank of 3384 out of 3714 means that roughly 91 percent of tested combos perform better in Lockdown Protocol. This is a demanding position, and it aligns with the measured FPS data, which shows only modest performance at 1080p and limited options at higher resolutions. The pairing is functional, but it sits well below the top tier of tested hardware.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a sense of what other hardware would behave similarly in this system. For the AMD Ryzen 5 2600, the closest matches in average benchmark score include the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, which scores 21440 against the Ryzen's 21484, a difference of 0.2 percent. The Intel Core i9-11900H scores 21367, a 0.5 percent difference. The Intel Xeon D-1746TER scores 21635, which is 0.7 percent higher. The AMD EPYC 9454 scores 21223, a 1.2 percent difference. These processors all sit within a narrow band of performance, meaning a system with any of them would likely produce similar CPU-bound behavior in Lockdown Protocol.

For the AMD Radeon RX 580, the nearest rivals are similarly close. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile scores 12940, which is 0.1 percent lower than the RX 580's average of 12928. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER scores 12986, 0.4 percent higher. The AMD Radeon 740M scores 12870, 0.5 percent lower. The AMD FirePro W5100 scores 12847, 0.6 percent lower. These GPUs all fall within a small margin of the RX 580, so swapping in any of them would likely result in similar frame rates, assuming the rest of the system remains unchanged.

The data suggests that a system built around one of these rival CPUs and the same GPU, or the same CPU and one of these rival GPUs, would deliver comparable performance in Lockdown Protocol. The differences in average benchmark scores are all under 1.2 percent, which is unlikely to produce a noticeable change in FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

Understanding which component matters more for Lockdown Protocol requires examining how performance scales across resolutions and presets. The recorded data shows a consistent pattern: reducing resolution from 3840x2160 to 1920x1080 produces large FPS gains at every preset. At Low settings, the average goes from 40 FPS to 62 FPS to 85 FPS as resolution drops. This strong scaling with resolution indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as lower resolutions reduce the rendering load on the graphics card.

The GPU's percentile ranking supports this interpretation. At 53 percent, it sits near the middle of all tested graphics cards, while the CPU sits at 75 percent. In a game like Lockdown Protocol, which is a fast-paced FPS, the GPU typically handles the bulk of the rendering work. The RX 580, with its 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 256-bit bus, provides 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth, but its compute capabilities are modest by modern standards.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. Even at Low settings, the average is only 40 FPS, and Ultra drops to 19 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 21 FPS, showing that the GPU cannot handle the increased shading and texture work at higher quality levels. At 1920x1080, the GPU has more headroom, and the CPU becomes relatively more important. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 45 FPS, from 85 FPS down to 40 FPS, which still points to the GPU as the main constraint, but the CPU's role grows as the resolution drops.

The CPU, with 6 cores and 12 threads, has enough processing power for most gaming scenarios. Its single-thread score of 2239 in Passmark and multi-thread score of 13160 suggest it can feed the GPU adequately at 1080p. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU has spare capacity. The data does not show a scenario where the CPU holds back performance; instead, the FPS scales predictably with resolution and settings, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound system.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Lockdown Protocol depends on the target resolution and acceptable settings. The database verdict provides a clear answer for each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot run the game at a playable frame rate. No settings are listed as playable, and the best average FPS is 40 at Low settings. This is well below the 60 FPS threshold, so 4K is not a viable option for this pairing.

At 2560x1440, the system can run the game, but only at Low settings. The Low preset averages 62 FPS, which clears the threshold by a narrow margin. Medium drops to 44 FPS, so there is no room for quality improvements. Users with a 1440p monitor should set the game to Low and accept a modest frame rate buffer.

At 1920x1080, the system offers the best experience. Low averages 85 FPS, and Medium averages exactly 60 FPS. Both meet the playability threshold, with Medium being the highest quality setting that remains playable. The minimum of 51 FPS at Medium means there will be occasional dips below 60 FPS, but the average holds. For a smooth experience, Low provides more headroom, while Medium is the ceiling for quality at a playable frame rate.

In summary, this PC is a solid 1080p machine for Lockdown Protocol, with medium settings as the realistic maximum. It can handle 1440p only at the lowest quality, and it is not suitable for 4K gaming. The data shows a system that is functional but limited, with the GPU as the primary constraint.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS is 60, with a minimum of 51 and a maximum of 69.

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which averages 62 FPS. Medium averages 44 FPS, High averages 39 FPS, and Ultra averages 29 FPS.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded at 3840x2160?

A: The highest average at 4K is 40 FPS, achieved at Low settings. No 4K preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does this combo rank among tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 3384 out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: Which component is the main bottleneck in this system?

A: The GPU is the primary constraint. The RX 580 ranks in the 53rd percentile among GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 2600 ranks in the 75th percentile among CPUs. FPS scales strongly with resolution, indicating GPU-bound performance.

Q: What are the nearest GPU rivals to the RX 580 in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile is 0.1 percent lower, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is 0.4 percent higher, the AMD Radeon 740M is 0.5 percent lower, and the AMD FirePro W5100 is 0.6 percent lower.