Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a surprisingly consistent 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, but it hits a hard wall at 4K. The data shows a system that is clearly capable of high-refresh gaming at standard resolutions, yet struggles to maintain smooth frame rates when pixel count demands peak throughput. This pairing places the CPU and GPU in a balanced position for most scenarios, though the 4K results reveal the GPU’s limitations as the primary bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination performs admirably across all presets. The Low preset yields an average of 136 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS playability threshold. Medium settings drop to an average of 96 FPS, with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 111 FPS, indicating smooth frame pacing even during intense action. High settings produce an average of 84 FPS, while Ultra maintains an average of 63 FPS, just barely clearing the playability bar. This resolution shows the system’s strength: even at maximum settings, the frame rate stays above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance curve becomes steeper. Low settings deliver a robust 100 FPS average, giving plenty of headroom for competitive play. Medium settings average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS, meaning the frame rate never dips below the playable threshold. High settings still manage a 62 FPS average, which is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes. Ultra, however, drops to a 46 FPS average, falling well short of the 60 FPS target. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 25-30% of the average frame rate at each preset, showing a clear scaling pattern.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. The Low preset is the only playable option, delivering a 64 FPS average. Medium settings plummet to 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS, making the experience inconsistent and often stutter-prone. High settings average just 40 FPS, while Ultra drops to 30 FPS. The data indicates that 4K gaming is only viable at minimal graphical quality, and even then, the system is operating near its limits. The gap between Low and Medium at 4K is 18 FPS, which is a massive jump compared to the 40 FPS difference between the same settings at 1080p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU’s nearest rivals in benchmark scores show that the Ryzen 5 5500 sits in a tightly contested performance band. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 scores 0.1% lower, while the Intel Core i5-12500 is 0.4% lower. The Intel Core i7-10700F is 0.5% higher, and the Intel Core i5-11600KF is 0.7% higher. These deltas are negligible, meaning any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The Ryzen 5 5500’s 73rd percentile ranking among all CPUs reinforces that it is a solid mid-range performer, not a standout but far from a weak link.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570’s nearest rivals cluster even closer. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile is 0.1% higher, while the Intel Arc A750 is 0.1% lower. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M is 0.4% higher, and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X is 0.5% lower. These tiny margins suggest that swapping the Arc B570 for any of these alternatives would produce virtually identical results in this game. The GPU’s 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it slightly below the CPU’s relative standing, indicating the graphics card is the more limiting factor in this pairing.

For a builder considering alternatives, the Intel Arc A750 is the most direct comparison, as it shares the same architecture family and scores within 0.1% of the B570. The RTX 3070 Mobile is a laptop part, so its inclusion in the rival list is notable but not practically relevant for desktop builds. The Quadro M4000M and Radeon R9 M390X are older or specialized parts, making them less likely candidates for a new gaming build. In practice, the Ryzen 5 5500 and Arc B570 form a coherent duo where the CPU has a slight performance edge over the GPU.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions reveals which component dominates in different scenarios. At 1080p, the CPU has more influence on the final frame rate because the GPU can handle the pixel workload with relative ease. The jump from 136 FPS at Low to 63 FPS at Ultra shows a 73 FPS drop, which is a 54% reduction in performance due to increased graphical load. This suggests the GPU is increasingly taxed as settings rise, but the CPU still has enough headroom to feed the graphics card.

At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU. The frame rate drops from 100 FPS at Low to 46 FPS at Ultra, a 54 FPS decline. This is a smaller absolute drop than at 1080p, but the percentage reduction is similar. The key difference is that the minimum frame rates become more important; at Medium, the 60 FPS minimum is exactly at the playability threshold, showing that the GPU is starting to struggle to maintain consistent output. The CPU’s role is still significant, but the GPU is clearly the limiting factor at higher settings.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the undisputed bottleneck. The difference between Low and Ultra is 34 FPS, but the absolute numbers are so low that CPU performance is almost irrelevant. The 64 FPS average at Low is achieved because the GPU is not overwhelmed by pixel count, but any increase in graphical fidelity causes a severe drop. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this game, as evidenced by the strong 1080p and 1440p results, but they cannot compensate for the GPU’s limited memory bandwidth and compute throughput at 4K. The data shows that the CPU is a capable partner up to 1440p, while the GPU dictates performance beyond that point.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the answer depends heavily on your target resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, including Ultra with a 63 FPS average. This is the sweet spot for this combination, offering smooth gameplay without compromises.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable at Low, Medium, and High settings. The High preset averages 62 FPS, which is just above the threshold, but the Medium preset provides a safer 71 FPS average with a 60 FPS minimum. Ultra is not viable at this resolution, as the 46 FPS average falls well below playable levels. For most users, Medium or High at 1440p will deliver a satisfying experience.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, with a 64 FPS average. Every other preset drops below 60 FPS, with Medium at 46 FPS, High at 40 FPS, and Ultra at 30 FPS. The 4K experience is severely limited, and even Low settings may produce occasional frame dips during heavy action, though the data does not report minimums for this preset. If 4K is a priority, this combination is not suitable beyond minimal graphical quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 2987th out of 3714 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the bottom 20% of all tested systems, which might seem surprising given the playable 1080p results. However, this ranking reflects the overall performance across all resolutions and settings, not just the best-case scenario. The system’s poor 4K performance and sub-60 FPS results at Ultra settings for 1440p drag down its standing. Many other combinations can handle higher resolutions and more demanding presets, which pushes this pairing down the list. Still, for a mid-range CPU and GPU combo, the ranking is reasonable; it outperforms the bottom tier of systems but does not compete with high-end hardware.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, which delivers an average of 64 FPS. This is the only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, and it provides a playable experience, albeit with minimal visual quality. There is no headroom to increase settings without dropping below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, with an average of 62 FPS. This preset keeps the game playable while offering better visual fidelity than Medium or Low. The 62 FPS average is close to the threshold, so users who prefer smoother frame pacing might opt for Medium at 71 FPS, but High remains the highest preset that clears 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 63 FPS. This allows for maximum graphical quality while maintaining playability. The frame rate is just above 60 FPS, so there is minimal margin for error, but the data confirms that Ultra is achievable. For users with high-refresh monitors, the Low preset at 136 FPS or Medium at 96 FPS offers a much smoother experience, but Ultra is the most demanding preset that still meets the playability standard.