Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination is an exceptionally strong pairing for Lockdown Protocol, delivering playable frame rates at every preset across all three tested resolutions. The data shows a system that not only clears the 60 FPS threshold everywhere but does so with substantial headroom, making it a top-tier option for this FPS title. The measured results place this combo at rank 507 out of 3714 tested configurations, firmly in the upper echelon of performance. With an average benchmark score of 37018 for the CPU and 54209 for the GPU, the hardware demonstrates the raw capability needed to drive high refresh rate displays without compromise.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings, with the RTX 4080 SUPER and Ryzen 5 5500X3D showing remarkable scaling. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system produces extraordinary frame rates that maximize even the fastest displays. The Low preset delivers an average of 230 FPS, while Medium pushes that to 202 FPS with a minimum of 172 FPS and a maximum of 233 FPS. High settings achieve 193 FPS average, and the most demanding Ultra preset still maintains a robust 154 FPS average. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the bottleneck is almost entirely removed, with the GPU and CPU working in concert to deliver near-effortless performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, the system continues to excel, though the increased pixel count begins to show slight scaling effects. The Low preset yields an average of 207 FPS, demonstrating that even at higher resolutions, the hardware has significant untapped potential. Medium settings produce a 172 FPS average with a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 198 FPS, showing consistent frame delivery even under load. High settings reach 151 FPS average, while Ultra settings maintain a strong 113 FPS average. The delta between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 94 FPS, indicating that visual quality upgrades come at a measurable but acceptable cost.

At 3840x2160, or 4K, the system shows its true high-resolution capabilities. The Low preset achieves 157 FPS average, which is still far above the playable threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate 4K monitors. Medium settings deliver 111 FPS average with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 128 FPS, showing excellent consistency even in demanding scenes. High settings produce 97 FPS average, while the Ultra preset, the most demanding configuration tested, still maintains a 73 FPS average. The minimum frame rate data at 4K Medium (95 FPS) suggests that even in the most intense moments, the system rarely dips below comfortable playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data provides context for how this specific CPU and GPU combination compares to other hardware. For the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, the closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, which scores 37093 in average benchmarks, a delta of -0.2% relative to the 5500X3D's 37018. This means the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 would perform nearly identically in CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core i9-12900T is another near-match, scoring 37112 with a delta of -0.3%, indicating that this older Intel flagship offers comparable processing power. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945 with a delta of 0.2%, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 36938 with a delta of 0.2%, both showing essentially equivalent CPU performance. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as the game's requirements are well within their capabilities.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's closest rival is the standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 54247 versus the SUPER's 54209, a delta of -0.1%. This means the non-SUPER RTX 4080 would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in this game. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828 with a delta of -1.1%, showing slightly higher benchmark performance but still delivering comparable real-world results. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 with a delta of -2.7%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757 with a delta of -2.8%, indicating these GPUs would provide slightly different but still competitive performance. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, any of these GPU alternatives would likely maintain playable frame rates at all resolutions, though the exact FPS numbers would vary based on their architectural strengths.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data clearly identifies the optimal settings for each resolution based on maintaining the highest visual quality while staying at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 154 FPS. This provides the maximum visual fidelity with more than double the playable threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even in chaotic FPS firefights. The 154 FPS average at Ultra settings demonstrates that the system has ample headroom at 1080p, making this the recommended configuration for players prioritizing visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 113 FPS. This resolution offers a sweet spot for the RTX 4080 SUPER, delivering high detail levels while maintaining frame rates well above 60 FPS. The 113 FPS average at 1440p Ultra represents a 41 FPS drop from the 1080p Ultra result, but the performance remains excellent for competitive play. Players with 1440p 144Hz monitors would find this configuration ideal, as the frame rates align well with high refresh rate displays.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, achieving an average of 73 FPS. This is the most demanding scenario tested, yet the system still exceeds the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin. The 73 FPS average at 4K Ultra indicates that even at maximum resolution and detail, the Ryzen 5 5500X3D and RTX 4080 SUPER combination provides a fully playable experience. For 4K gamers, this represents the highest quality preset that maintains smooth performance, though users could opt for High settings at 97 FPS for additional frame rate headroom if desired.

The Verdict

The verdictByResolution data is unambiguous: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol exceptionally well at every resolution and preset tested. At 3840x2160, all four settings — High, Low, Medium, and Ultra — are marked as playable, with the best settings being Ultra at 73 FPS average. This means 4K gamers can max out the game's visual options and still enjoy smooth, responsive gameplay well above the 60 FPS threshold. The minimum frame rate recorded at 4K Medium (95 FPS) suggests that even in demanding scenes, performance remains stable.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive, with all settings playable. The best settings are Ultra at 113 FPS average, providing an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. This resolution is where the system truly shines, offering high detail levels with frame rates that exceed most high-refresh-rate monitors' capabilities. The 147 FPS minimum at Medium settings indicates that even the most intense gameplay moments stay firmly above playable levels.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers outstanding performance across the board. All settings are playable, with Ultra achieving 154 FPS average. This is the resolution where the hardware demonstrates its full potential, with even the most demanding preset producing frame rates suitable for high-speed competitive play. The combination of the 5500X3D's strong single-thread performance and the RTX 4080 SUPER's massive compute power ensures that no setting combination at 1080p poses any challenge to this system.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals distinct roles for the CPU and GPU in Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low (230 FPS) and Ultra (154 FPS) is 76 FPS, a relatively modest drop that suggests the CPU plays a more significant role at this resolution. The 5500X3D's strong multi-thread score of 20363 and single-thread score of 2941 provide ample processing power to keep the GPU fed with data. The 3D V-Cache's 96 MB shared L3 cache likely helps maintain consistent frame delivery in CPU-intensive scenarios common in FPS games.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced. The transition from Low (207 FPS) to Ultra (113 FPS) shows a 94 FPS drop, larger than the 1080p delta. This indicates that the RTX 4080 SUPER's rendering load increases significantly with pixel count, though its 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth handle the workload admirably. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures and effects.

At 3840x2160, the GPU dominance becomes even clearer. The Low to Ultra delta expands to 84 FPS (157 to 73), and the overall frame rates drop substantially compared to lower resolutions. This scaling pattern confirms that Lockdown Protocol becomes increasingly GPU-bound as resolution rises. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores contribute to its ability to handle the game's rendering demands at 4K, while the CPU's role diminishes relative to the GPU's workload. Across all resolutions, the data shows a balanced system where the CPU provides a solid foundation and the GPU scales with visual complexity.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average of 73 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This configuration is verified as playable in the verdictByResolution data.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 113 FPS, making it the recommended choice for maximum visual quality while maintaining high frame rates. This is the highest-performing settings option at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 for this game?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, while the standard RTX 4080 scores 54247, a delta of -0.1%. This indicates nearly identical performance, meaning both GPUs would deliver very similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate observed in the testing?

A: The lowest minimum frame rate recorded was 95 FPS, which occurred at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. This is still well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for performance at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the data shows a relatively small 76 FPS difference between Low (230 FPS) and Ultra (154 FPS) presets, suggesting the CPU plays a more significant role at this resolution. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D's strong multi-thread score of 20363 supports this interpretation.

Q: Does this system support high refresh rate gaming at 4K?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 157 FPS, which exceeds the refresh rates of most 4K gaming monitors. Even at Ultra settings, the 73 FPS average is suitable for 60Hz to 75Hz displays.