Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT delivers a playable experience across most common resolutions in Lockdown Protocol, with performance characteristics that shift decisively depending on the graphical preset selected. The benchmark data, measured directly, indicates that this combination is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, while 4K remains viable only at the lowest settings. The following analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, compares the hardware against near-equal alternatives, and interprets what the data means for a user considering this build.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, which achieves an average of 78 FPS. The Medium preset falls short of the playable threshold at 56 FPS, meaning users targeting 4K must sacrifice visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the best preset meeting the 60 FPS requirement is High, delivering an average of 75 FPS. This is a meaningful jump from 4K, as the High preset nearly doubles the frame rate compared to the same settings at 2160p (49 FPS). Medium also clears the threshold at 86 FPS, but High offers the highest visual quality while still exceeding the playable mark.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 77 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset is fully playable, and the data shows a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS floor. All four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—exceed 60 FPS at 1080p, with Low reaching 165 FPS for high-refresh-rate displays.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with high settings?*

A: No. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average frame rate is 49 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The only playable preset at this resolution is Low, which averages 78 FPS.

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

A: The High preset is the best choice at 2560x1440, averaging 75 FPS. It provides superior visual quality compared to Medium (86 FPS) while still comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS requirement.

Q: Is the Ultra preset viable at any resolution?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 the Ultra preset averages 77 FPS, making it playable. At 2560x1440, Ultra drops to 56 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it falls to 36 FPS, both below the playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600 has an average benchmark score of 20468, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, scores 20454, a difference of only 0.1%. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G scores 20425 (0.2% slower), while the AMD EPYC 9454P scores 20422 (0.2% slower) and the AMD EPYC 7713 scores 20363 (0.5% slower).

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

A: The Radeon RX 6650 XT has an average benchmark score of 19765, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla K40m, scores 19885 (0.6% higher), while the AMD FirePro D300 scores 19637 (0.7% lower) and the AMD FirePro W7000 scores 19905 (0.7% higher). The NVIDIA Quadro K5200 scores 19602 (0.8% lower).

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

A: This CPU-GPU combination ranks 2439 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the lower-to-middle portion of the field but still capable of hitting 60 FPS at multiple resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 78 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: Average 56 FPS, minimum 47 FPS, maximum 64 FPS
• High: Average 49 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: Average 36 FPS (no min/max recorded)

The transition from Low to Medium at 4K represents a 22 FPS drop, which is substantial. The Medium preset's minimum of 47 FPS indicates noticeable stutter during demanding scenes, making it unsuitable for consistent 60 FPS gameplay.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 121 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: Average 86 FPS, minimum 73 FPS, maximum 99 FPS
• High: Average 75 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: Average 56 FPS (no min/max recorded)

At 1440p, the gap between Low and High is 46 FPS, but both remain above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset's 56 FPS average is just below playable, missing the mark by a narrow margin. The Medium preset's minimum of 73 FPS shows good frame pacing, with no dips below the playable threshold.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 165 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: Average 117 FPS, minimum 100 FPS, maximum 135 FPS
• High: Average 103 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: Average 77 FPS (no min/max recorded)

1080p is where this combo shines. Even the Ultra preset maintains a 77 FPS average, and the Medium preset's minimum of 100 FPS ensures no frame rate drops below triple digits. The Low preset's 165 FPS average is well-suited for 144Hz or 165Hz monitors.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals for both components, several alternative configurations would produce similar performance in Lockdown Protocol.

On the CPU side, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is the closest match, with an average benchmark score of 20454 versus the Ryzen 5 5600's 20468—a negligible 0.1% difference. Swapping to this CPU would yield virtually identical frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G (20425, 0.2% slower) and the AMD EPYC 9454P (20422, 0.2% slower) are also near-parity options, though the EPYC's server-oriented design may affect gaming performance differently. The AMD EPYC 7713 (20363, 0.5% slower) rounds out the list.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA Tesla K40m is the closest rival, scoring 19885 versus the RX 6650 XT's 19765—a 0.6% advantage. This means the Tesla K40m would deliver slightly higher frame rates, though its enterprise focus may lack consumer-oriented features. The AMD FirePro W7000 scores 19905 (0.7% higher), and the AMD FirePro D300 scores 19637 (0.7% lower). The NVIDIA Quadro K5200 scores 19602 (0.8% lower), making it marginally slower.

A system combining the Ryzen 5 5600 with any of these GPUs would stay within roughly 1% of the measured performance, meaning a user could expect nearly identical FPS counts across all resolutions and presets.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol effectively, but the playable range is clearly defined by resolution and preset.

At 1920x1080, the verdict is unequivocal: all four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 77 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for this combo, offering the full range of visual settings.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is positive but conditional. High (75 FPS), Medium (86 FPS), and Low (121 FPS) are all playable, but Ultra (56 FPS) falls short. Users should stick to High or below for a consistent 60+ FPS experience.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is marginal. Only Low (78 FPS) is playable, while Medium (56 FPS) and above miss the mark. The Ultra preset's 36 FPS average is far below playable. This resolution is only recommended for users willing to accept Low settings.

Overall, the combo is best classified as a 1080p/1440p gaming solution, with 4K support limited to minimum settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol, this specific CPU-GPU pairing ranks 2439. This places it in the 34th percentile (calculated from rank divided by total combos), meaning roughly two-thirds of tested configurations outperform it. However, rank alone doesn't tell the full story—the system still achieves playable frame rates at multiple resolutions, and the performance is sufficient for the vast majority of gaming scenarios.

The ranking reflects the hardware's mid-tier positioning: the CPU sits in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Combined, they produce a system that is above average in component performance but not near the top of the overall rankings, likely because other combos pair stronger CPUs with higher-end GPUs.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how each component's importance shifts across resolutions and presets.

At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The frame rate scales significantly with preset quality: Low (165 FPS) to Ultra (77 FPS) shows a 88 FPS difference, which is almost entirely GPU-driven since the CPU is capable of feeding frames well beyond 165 FPS at this resolution. The CPU's single-thread performance, as indicated by its 882 3DMark single-thread score, is sufficient to avoid limiting the GPU.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly. The gap between Low (121 FPS) and Ultra (56 FPS) narrows to 65 FPS, but the absolute numbers are lower, indicating the GPU is working harder. The CPU still has headroom, as the Ryzen 5 5600's 18309 Cinebench R23 multi-core score suggests ample processing power for the game's logic and physics.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmingly dominant. The difference between Low (78 FPS) and Ultra (36 FPS) is 42 FPS, but all presets see a significant drop from 1440p. The High preset falls from 75 FPS at 1440p to 49 FPS at 4K—a 26 FPS decline—which is entirely attributable to the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth limitations (8 GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus). The CPU's role diminishes further, as the GPU becomes the sole constraint.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this: at High settings, the combo delivers 103 FPS at 1080p, 75 FPS at 1440p, and 49 FPS at 4K. This consistent degradation with resolution is a classic GPU-bound pattern, while the CPU's influence is most visible at lower resolutions where frame rates are higher and CPU overhead becomes a larger percentage of total frame time. For users seeking higher frame rates at 1440p or 4K, upgrading the GPU would yield the greatest benefit; the Ryzen 5 5600 remains a capable partner for this game.