Lockdown Protocol

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for Lockdown Protocol at 1080p with this AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 3070 combo?

A: The Ultra preset delivers 98.2 FPS on average at 1920x1080, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding preset that remains playable at this resolution.

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

A: Yes, but not at the Ultra preset. At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 62.1 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 74.9 FPS, and Low averages 101.1 FPS. Ultra at 4K drops to 47.3 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in overall benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 17035, placing it in the 71st percentile among all CPUs. It is nearly tied with the Intel Core i7-1260P (17007, 0.2% slower), the Intel Core i5-11400 (17067, 0.2% faster), the AMD EPYC 7573X (17070, 0.2% faster), and the AMD EPYC 7742 (16998, 0.2% slower).

Q: What is the GPU's standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The RTX 3070 sits in the 61st percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 17208. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17083, 0.7% lower), followed by the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, 1% lower) and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17019, 1.1% lower). The NVIDIA Tesla K40c scores higher at 17468, a 1.5% delta.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested system configurations?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the RTX 3070 ranks 1630 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the upper portion of the database's tested configurations.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The system delivers playable frame rates across all resolutions at multiple presets, and the scaling from 1080p to 4K is consistent with GPU-bound behavior. At 1080p Ultra the system produces 98.2 FPS, at 1440p Ultra it produces 75.8 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it produces 47.3 FPS, showing a steady decline as resolution increases.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a clear pattern: the GPU is the dominant component at every resolution, but the CPU still plays a meaningful role in maintaining high frame rates at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the frame rate spread across presets is substantial. The Low preset averages 199 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 98.2 FPS. This 100 FPS gap between Low and Ultra demonstrates that the GPU is the primary constraint, as lower graphics settings allow the rendering pipeline to run at much higher speeds. The fact that even the High preset at 1080p reaches 131.4 FPS indicates the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with tighter margins. Low averages 156.2 FPS, Medium 112.1 FPS, High 96.1 FPS, and Ultra 75.8 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is about 80 FPS, slightly smaller than at 1080p. This narrowing suggests that as pixel count rises, the GPU work per frame increases, making the graphics card even more dominant.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes even more pronounced. Low averages 101.1 FPS, Medium 74.9 FPS, High 62.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 47.3 FPS. The Low to Ultra gap is now roughly 54 FPS. The 4K Ultra result dropping below 60 FPS is a clear indication that the RTX 3070's rendering capacity is the limiting factor at this resolution, not the Ryzen 5 3600.

The scaling between resolutions at the same preset tells a similar story. At Ultra, the system goes from 98.2 FPS at 1080p to 75.8 FPS at 1440p, a 23% reduction, and then to 47.3 FPS at 4K, a further 38% reduction. These are large drops that track closely with pixel count increases, which is characteristic of GPU-bound workloads.

At the Low preset, the system goes from 199 FPS at 1080p to 156.2 FPS at 1440p, then to 101.1 FPS at 4K. Even at Low settings, where the GPU has less work to do per frame, the scaling remains steep, again pointing to the GPU as the primary determinant of performance.

The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads with a 3.60 GHz base and 4.20 GHz boost clock are sufficient for this title. The database shows no scenario where the CPU prevents the system from reaching high frame rates at lower resolutions. Even the 199 FPS result at 1080p Low suggests the processor can keep up with the GPU's output at that level.

In summary, the RTX 3070 is the component that dictates playability across resolutions. The Ryzen 5 3600 provides adequate support, allowing the GPU to operate near its potential, but the graphics card determines whether each preset clears the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this combination at rank 1630 out of 3714 tested configurations for Lockdown Protocol. This puts the system in the 56th percentile of all tested combos, meaning roughly 44% of tested systems perform better and 56% perform worse.

This ranking reflects a balanced pairing. The Ryzen 5 3600, with its 71st percentile standing among all CPUs, is a solid mid-range processor. The RTX 3070, at the 61st percentile among GPUs, is also a competent mid-range card. Together, they form a system that sits above the median of tested configurations but does not reach the upper echelon.

The rank of 1630 is consistent with the measured frame rates. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 98.2 FPS, which is strong but not exceptional for a high-refresh-rate setup. At 1440p Ultra, the 75.8 FPS result is comfortably playable. At 4K, the system only manages the High preset at 62.1 FPS, which is barely above the 60 FPS threshold.

The fact that 4K Ultra is not playable at 47.3 FPS is the main factor holding this combo back from a higher rank. Systems with more powerful GPUs would likely handle 4K Ultra with ease, pushing them above this configuration in the database.

The combo's position in the middle of the pack is also influenced by the CPU's age. The Ryzen 5 3600 was released in 2019, and while it remains competitive, newer processors in the database offer higher single-thread and multi-thread performance. This is reflected in its 71st percentile ranking, which is respectable but not top-tier.

Overall, this combo ranks as a capable mid-range system for Lockdown Protocol. It handles the game at high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, and it can manage 4K at High settings, but it is not among the top performers in the database.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol across all three tested resolutions, but the playable preset ceiling varies significantly by resolution.

At 1920x1080, every preset is playable. The Ultra preset averages 98.2 FPS, the High preset averages 131.4 FPS, the Medium preset averages 153.6 FPS, and the Low preset averages 199 FPS. All of these clear the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, making 1080p the most comfortable resolution for this combo.

At 2560x1440, all four presets also clear 60 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 75.8 FPS, which is the most demanding setting that remains playable. High averages 96.1 FPS, Medium averages 112.1 FPS, and Low averages 156.2 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result is solid, offering a good balance between visual quality and frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the situation tightens. The High preset averages 62.1 FPS, which just clears the playable threshold. Medium averages 74.9 FPS, and Low averages 101.1 FPS. However, the Ultra preset averages 47.3 FPS, which falls below 60 FPS and is not considered playable by the database's threshold.

In practical terms, this system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can run the game at Ultra settings with frame rates well above 60 FPS. At 4K, players should use the High preset or lower to maintain smooth performance. The 62.1 FPS at 4K High is playable, but it leaves little headroom for demanding scenes, so the Medium preset at 74.9 FPS may be a safer choice for consistent frame times.

The verdict is clear: this combo delivers a strong 1080p and 1440p experience with Ultra settings, and a playable 4K experience at High or below.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU, offering insight into what other hardware would deliver similar performance in Lockdown Protocol.

On the CPU side, the Ryzen 5 3600's average benchmark score of 17035 is nearly identical to several other processors. The Intel Core i7-1260P scores 17007, a 0.2% difference, meaning it would behave almost exactly the same in game. The Intel Core i5-11400 scores 17067, also 0.2% off. The AMD EPYC 7573X scores 17070, and the AMD EPYC 7742 scores 16998, both within 0.2% of the Ryzen 5 3600. Any of these CPUs paired with an RTX 3070 would produce frame rates very close to those recorded for this combo.

On the GPU side, the RTX 3070's average benchmark score of 17208 is closely matched by the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT at 17083, a 0.7% difference. This means a system with a Ryzen 5 3600 and an RX 7600 XT would likely produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 scores 17037 (1% lower) and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M scores 17019 (1.1% lower), both of which would also be very similar in practice, though these are older designs with different feature sets. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c scores 17468 (1.5% higher), making it a marginally faster alternative, though it is a compute-oriented card.

For players considering upgrades or replacements, swapping the Ryzen 5 3600 for an Intel Core i5-11400 would yield essentially no change in performance, as the 0.2% score difference is within measurement noise. Similarly, swapping the RTX 3070 for an RX 7600 XT would produce nearly identical results, with the 0.7% delta being imperceptible in real-world gameplay.

The data suggests that this combo sits in a performance tier where several other CPU and GPU pairings would produce equivalent results. The exact frame rates recorded for Lockdown Protocol would be expected to carry over to these near-identical alternatives with minor variations.

Best Settings per Resolution

The database's measured frame rates indicate the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution.

1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the best choice, averaging 98.2 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and it clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable 38 FPS margin. Players can enjoy maximum visual fidelity with plenty of performance headroom.

2560x1440: The Ultra preset also works here, averaging 75.8 FPS. This is 15.8 FPS above the playable threshold, providing a solid experience at maximum settings. The margin is smaller than at 1080p, but it is still comfortable for most gameplay scenarios.

3840x2160: The High preset is the most demanding option that stays playable, averaging 62.1 FPS. This is just 2.1 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, which is a slim margin. The Medium preset at 74.9 FPS offers more headroom and may be preferable for players who want a buffer against frame rate dips. The Ultra preset at 47.3 FPS is not playable by the database's standard.

The verdict by resolution confirms these choices: 1080p and 1440p can both run Ultra at 98.2 FPS and 75.8 FPS respectively, while 4K requires High at 62.1 FPS to stay above the playable line. Players at 4K who prioritize smoothness over visual quality should consider Medium at 74.9 FPS, which provides a more stable experience with less risk of dropping below 60 FPS in demanding scenes.