Lockdown Protocol

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 650th out of 3,714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. That places this configuration in the top 17.5% of all recorded system pairings, a strong showing for a combination that pairs a 2019-era six-core processor with a flagship-class current-generation GPU. The percentile data reinforces this: the CPU sits at the 71st percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU lands at the 86th percentile among all tested graphics cards. In a game like Lockdown Protocol, where the GPU is the dominant performance driver at most settings, this pairing leverages the graphics card's high percentile position effectively.

The rank of 650 out of 3,714 is notable because it places the combo ahead of the vast majority of systems, but not at the very top. Systems with newer high-core-count CPUs would occupy the upper echelons, while the Ryzen 5 3600's 6-core, 12-thread configuration keeps this combo in the upper-middle tier overall. For a game that is an FPS title, the combination of a strong GPU and a competent mid-range CPU produces frame rates that are consistently above the playable threshold across all tested resolutions and presets. The data shows this combo is not a bottleneck-limited pairing; rather, it is a balanced system where the GPU carries most of the workload, especially as resolution increases.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded measurements reveal a clear division of labor between the Ryzen 5 3600 and the RTX 4080 SUPER across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the CPU has more influence because the GPU is capable of producing very high frame rates, and the processor must keep up. The jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 201 FPS to 152 FPS, a 24% reduction in average frame rate as settings increase. This indicates that even at 1080p, the GPU still has enough headroom to be the primary scaling factor, but the CPU's 6-core, 12-thread design with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz is sufficient to avoid becoming a severe limiter.

At 2560x1440, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced. Average frame rates range from 181 FPS at Low to 113 FPS at Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p is a 38% drop, which is steeper than at 1080p. This pattern continues at 3840x2160, where the Low preset delivers 157 FPS and Ultra drops to 73 FPS, a 53% reduction. The trend is clear: as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, and the CPU's contribution diminishes. At 4K, the RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are fully utilized, while the Ryzen 5 3600 is less stressed because frame rates are lower and the CPU has more time between frames to process game logic.

The medium preset data provides the only min/max frame times recorded. At 4K Medium, the average is 111 FPS with a minimum of 95 and maximum of 128. At 1440p Medium, the average is 160 FPS with a minimum of 136 and maximum of 184. At 1080p Medium, the average is 177 FPS with a minimum of 150 and maximum of 204. These ranges show that the combo maintains consistent frame delivery without extreme dips, which is important for an FPS where smoothness matters. The CPU's 32 MB shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support contribute to stable frame pacing, though the GPU's raw throughput is the primary reason for the high averages.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset averages 201 FPS. Medium averages 177 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 150 and maximum of 204. High averages 169 FPS. Ultra averages 152 FPS. All four presets clear the 60 FPS playable threshold by a wide margin, and even the lowest recorded minimum at Medium (150 FPS) is more than double the threshold. The data indicates that at 1080p, this system is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors without compromise.

At 2560x1440, performance remains very strong. Low averages 181 FPS. Medium averages 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 and maximum of 184. High averages 151 FPS. Ultra averages 113 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 68 FPS, showing that the GPU's workload scales significantly with preset quality, but even the Ultra preset maintains an average above 110 FPS. The minimum recorded at Medium (136 FPS) is still well above the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that the system handles demanding scenes without dropping into uncomfortable territory.

At 3840x2160, performance is the most demanding, but the combo still delivers playable results across all presets. Low averages 157 FPS. Medium averages 111 FPS, with a minimum of 95 and maximum of 128. High averages 97 FPS. Ultra averages 73 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that approaches the 60 FPS threshold, but it stays above it with an average of 73 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K, with a minimum of 95 FPS, is particularly smooth. The data shows a consistent pattern: each step up in preset quality reduces the average frame rate by roughly 15% to 30%, depending on resolution, and the GPU is the component that absorbs this scaling.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 in the database are the Intel Core i7-1260P, the Intel Core i5-11400, the AMD EPYC 7573X, and the AMD EPYC 7742. The i7-1260P scores an average of 17,007, which is 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 3600's average benchmark score of 17,035. The i5-11400 scores 17,067, which is 0.2% higher. The EPYC 7573X scores 17,070, also 0.2% higher, and the EPYC 7742 scores 16,998, 0.2% lower. These deltas are minuscule, meaning that in CPU-bound scenarios at 1080p, swapping the Ryzen 5 3600 for any of these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates. The practical takeaway is that the Ryzen 5 3600 is well matched to the RTX 4080 SUPER; a slightly stronger or weaker CPU in this range would not meaningfully change Lockdown Protocol performance.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, and the AMD Radeon 8060S. The RTX 4080 scores an average of 54,247, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54,209. The Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828, 1.1% higher. The RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698, 2.7% higher, and the Radeon 8060S scores 55,757, 2.8% higher. These differences are small enough that in practice, the RTX 4080 SUPER and its nearest rivals would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The RTX 4080, in particular, is effectively a drop-in equivalent for performance purposes. Users upgrading from an RTX 4080 to an RTX 4080 SUPER would see no measurable difference in this game, based on the recorded data.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution and preset for this system?

A: At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average is 152 FPS. At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average is 113 FPS. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average is 73 FPS. All are playable, so the choice depends on monitor capability and whether visual fidelity or frame rate is prioritized.

Q: How much does the CPU matter in Lockdown Protocol with this GPU?

A: The CPU's influence is strongest at 1080p, where the GPU produces very high frame rates. The Ryzen 5 3600's nearest CPU rivals differ by only 0.2% in average benchmark score, so CPU choice in this performance class has minimal impact on the recorded frame rates.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER much faster than the RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The database shows the RTX 4080 SUPER averages a benchmark score of 54,209, while the RTX 4080 averages 54,247, a difference of 0.1%. In Lockdown Protocol, the two cards would perform nearly identically.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured average is 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 FPS and a maximum of 184 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides smooth gameplay.

Q: Does the combo dip below 60 FPS at any tested setting?

A: No. The lowest recorded average is 73 FPS at 4K Ultra. The lowest recorded minimum is 95 FPS at 4K Medium. Every tested preset and resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol with ease. The verdict by resolution is unambiguous: at 3840x2160, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 73 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 113 FPS. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 152 FPS. The 60 FPS playable threshold is cleared at every resolution and preset combination tested.

The weakest configuration is 4K Ultra, which still produces 73 FPS on average. The strongest is 1080p Low at 201 FPS. For a player with a 4K 120 Hz display, the Medium preset at 4K (111 FPS average, 95 FPS minimum) is the sweet spot, as it stays above 100 FPS on average while maintaining a comfortable margin above the minimum. For a 1440p 165 Hz display, the High preset at 151 FPS or Ultra at 113 FPS both provide excellent experiences. For a 1080p 240 Hz display, the Low preset at 201 FPS approaches the refresh rate ceiling, while Medium and High also deliver very high frame rates. The Ryzen 5 3600 does not hold back the RTX 4080 SUPER in this title; the recorded data shows a well-balanced system that delivers high frame rates across the board. This combo is a strong choice for Lockdown Protocol at any resolution up to 4K.