Lockdown Protocol

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 achieves a combined rank of 1132 out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol. This places the pairing in the 69th percentile of all recorded combos, indicating a system that sits comfortably above the median performer. The ranking reflects the substantial gap between the CPU's modest compute capabilities and the GPU's high-end rasterization throughput.

Benchmark results show this pairing is heavily GPU-bound at most settings, which explains why the overall rank is driven more by the RTX 5070's 82nd percentile standing among all GPUs than by the Ryzen 5 2600's 75th percentile among all CPUs. The CPU's average benchmark score of 21484 is nearly half the GPU's average of 40377, yet the measured frame rates in Lockdown Protocol remain consistently high across all resolutions and presets. This suggests the game's engine does not place extreme demands on the processor, allowing the graphics card to operate near its full potential.

The recorded data indicates that the combo clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and every preset tested, including 4K Ultra where it still maintains an average of 63.7 FPS. While the rank of 1132 out of 3714 might seem mid-pack, it is important to note that many higher-ranked combinations include significantly more powerful processors. In practical terms, the Ryzen 5 2600 does not bottleneck the RTX 5070 to a degree that prevents smooth gameplay in this title, as evidenced by the frame rates exceeding 130 FPS at 1080p Ultra.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals in the database, the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V posts an average score of 21440, which is just 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 2600's 21484. The Intel Core i9-11900H follows closely with 21367, a 0.5% deficit. On the other side, the Intel Xeon D-1746TER scores 21635, edging out the Ryzen by 0.7%, and the AMD EPYC 9454 reaches 21223, trailing by 1.2%. These four processors would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same RTX 5070, as the game's CPU load appears well within the capabilities of any of these chips.

For the GPU side, the AMD Radeon Pro 580 delivers an average score of 40318, just 0.1% behind the RTX 5070's 40377. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40063, a 0.8% gap, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 achieves 40870, outperforming by 1.2%. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile trails at 39568, a 2% difference. In Lockdown Protocol, any of these GPUs paired with the Ryzen 5 2600 would yield frame rates within a few percent of the measured values, assuming similar driver overhead and thermal behavior.

It is importantly the nearest rivals for both components are not gaming-focused hardware. The Radeon Pro series and RTX A500 are workstation-oriented cards, while the Xeon and EPYC are server processors. This highlights that the benchmark averages capture raw compute potential rather than game-specific optimization. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, the RTX 5070's architecture with 6144 shading units and 48 RT cores provides the rendering throughput that matters most, and the Ryzen 5 2600's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed it.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K resolution?

A: Yes. The measured data shows playable frame rates at all four presets in 3840x2160. The lowest average is 63.7 FPS at Ultra settings, which still exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings produce 81.9 FPS, Medium reaches 94.5 FPS, and Low hits 133 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1440p for maximum visual quality?

A: At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver an average of 94.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This means you can run the game at the highest visual preset without compromising smoothness. The margin of 34.5 FPS above the playable threshold provides headroom for demanding scenes.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 2600 bottleneck the RTX 5070 in this game?

A: The data suggests minimal bottlenecking. At 1080p, the average frame rates range from 133.4 FPS at Ultra to 174.6 FPS at Low, indicating the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. If the processor were severely limiting, the frame rates would cluster closer together regardless of resolution or settings, but the scaling from 1080p to 4K shows the GPU becoming the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested systems in the database?

A: The combination ranks 1132nd out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the upper third of all recorded pairings. This rank reflects the balance between the CPU's mid-range performance and the GPU's high-end capabilities, with the overall score skewed upward by the graphics card's contribution.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average at 1920x1080 with High settings is 148.7 FPS. This provides a substantial buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, making the system well-suited for high refresh rate monitors. Even at Ultra settings, the average remains at 133.4 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5070's 12 GB memory sufficient for this game?

A: Based on the measured performance, yes. The frame rates remain consistently high at all resolutions and presets, including 4K Ultra where the average stays at 63.7 FPS. There is no indication in the data of memory-related frame drops or stuttering, as the minimum FPS values were not recorded as problematic in any test scenario.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination delivers a definitive yes for running Lockdown Protocol. The verdict by resolution shows that every tested setting at every resolution clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 63.7 FPS, which is tight but playable. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings produce 94.5 FPS, offering both visual fidelity and smooth performance. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings achieve 133.4 FPS, making this resolution the sweet spot for high refresh rate displays.

The system demonstrates that the Ryzen 5 2600, despite being a 2018-era processor, does not prevent the RTX 5070 from delivering excellent performance in this title. The game appears to scale well with GPU horsepower, and the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate for the workload. For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, 1080p Low settings yield 174.6 FPS, while those seeking the best visual experience can run 1440p Ultra at 94.5 FPS without concern. The only area where the system approaches the playable limit is 4K Ultra, but it still maintains an average above 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded frame rates provide a comprehensive picture of performance across the three standard resolutions and four quality presets.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset achieves an average of 133 FPS, while Medium reaches 94.5 FPS. High settings produce 81.9 FPS, and Ultra drops to 63.7 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 52% reduction in frame rate, indicating that the GPU is the primary scaling factor at this resolution, as the CPU load remains relatively constant.

Moving to 2560x1440, Low settings hit 160 FPS, Medium reaches 138.7 FPS, High achieves 126.1 FPS, and Ultra settles at 94.5 FPS. The transition from 4K to 1440p yields significant gains across all presets, with Ultra improving by 48.3% from 63.7 to 94.5 FPS. This suggests that 1440p provides a better balance between visual quality and performance headroom.

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, Low settings produce 174.6 FPS, Medium reaches 154.4 FPS, High achieves 148.7 FPS, and Ultra delivers 133.4 FPS. The differences between presets at 1080p are smaller in percentage terms than at higher resolutions, with Ultra trailing Low by 23.6%. This compression of frame rates at lower resolutions is characteristic of a system where the CPU begins to play a more significant role, though the absolute numbers remain high.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra. This is notable because it means the system does not require any compromises in visual quality to achieve playable performance.

At 3840x2160, Ultra settings run at an average of 63.7 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration tested, and it just clears the playable threshold by 3.7 FPS. Users with 4K displays can enable all visual options while still maintaining smooth gameplay, though the margin is relatively slim.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings achieve 94.5 FPS. This provides a comfortable 34.5 FPS margin above the threshold, making 1440p the recommended resolution for those who want high visual fidelity without worrying about frame rate dips. The additional headroom also accommodates more demanding in-game scenes without dropping below 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver 133.4 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold and leaves ample room for high refresh rate displays up to 144 Hz. Even with the most demanding preset, the system maintains a frame rate that exceeds the needs of most monitors.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling patterns across resolutions and presets reveal which component matters more for Lockdown Protocol at each resolution. The data shows that the GPU becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises, while the CPU's influence is most apparent at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the frame rate differences between presets are relatively modest. Low produces 174.6 FPS, and Ultra produces 133.4 FPS, a difference of 41.2 FPS or 23.6%. This compression indicates that the CPU is starting to limit the GPU's output, as the graphics card would otherwise show larger gains from reduced settings. At this resolution, the Ryzen 5 2600's single-thread performance, reflected in its 2239 Passmark single-thread score, becomes a factor, though the absolute performance remains high.

At 2560x1440, the preset scaling widens considerably. Low hits 160 FPS, while Ultra drops to 94.5 FPS, a difference of 65.5 FPS or 40.9%. The wider spread suggests the GPU is taking on more of the workload, as the higher resolution increases the pixel shading demand. The CPU is no longer the primary constraint, allowing the GPU's capabilities to show through more clearly.

At 3840x2160, the preset scaling is most pronounced. Low reaches 133 FPS, and Ultra falls to 63.7 FPS, a difference of 69.3 FPS or 52.1%. This is clear evidence that the GPU is the dominant component at 4K. The RTX 5070's 672.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 30.87 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are being fully exercised, while the CPU's role diminishes further.

The resolution scaling at each preset tells a similar story. At Ultra settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces the frame rate by 29.2%, and moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it by 32.6%. At Low settings, the reductions are 8.4% and 16.9%, respectively. The larger percentage drops at Ultra settings underscore that the GPU is handling more pixel work, while the CPU remains relatively idle. For users overclocking or upgrading, the data suggests that improving the GPU will yield greater gains at 4K, while a CPU upgrade would provide more benefit at 1080p, though the current pairing already delivers excellent results across the board.