Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a strong performance profile for Lockdown Protocol, placing the combo at rank 2042 out of 3714 tested configurations. This places it in the upper-middle tier of all tested combos, indicating that it is a capable pairing for this FPS title. The data shows a clear pattern: performance scales predictably with resolution and settings, with the system comfortably handling high refresh rate gaming at 1080p and maintaining playability even at 4K with adjusted settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo reveals a wide range of performance depending on the resolution and quality preset selected. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally strong. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 189.3 FPS, which is more than triple the 60 FPS playability threshold. Moving to Medium settings drops the average to 132.2 FPS, while High settings still delivers a very smooth 118.6 FPS. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, the average frame rate remains at 86.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for high refresh rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the combo continues to perform admirably. The Low preset produces an average of 136.8 FPS, while Medium yields 97.6 FPS. High settings achieve 83.6 FPS, and Ultra remains playable at 65.8 FPS. This resolution is clearly the sweet spot for this pairing, offering a balance between visual fidelity and high frame rates. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not drastic, with the Ultra preset losing about 20 FPS on average.

At 3840x2160 (4K), performance becomes more constrained. The Low preset averages 89.8 FPS, which is still excellent for 4K. Medium settings drop to 64.5 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings average 56.4 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold, and Ultra settings average 41.4 FPS, which is not ideal for a fast-paced FPS. The data suggests that 4K gaming is possible but requires a careful selection of settings to maintain smooth gameplay.

It is notably the data does not include min or max FPS values, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. The averages indicate a stable experience, but the lack of min/max data means frame-time spikes cannot be assessed from this dataset.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals the relative roles of the CPU and GPU in this pairing. At 1080p, the gap between Low (189.3 FPS) and Ultra (86.6 FPS) is substantial, a 54% reduction in average frame rate. This large delta suggests that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions and higher settings, as the CPU has enough headroom to feed the graphics card at these frame rates.

When moving from 1080p to 1440p, the performance drop at each preset is consistent: Low goes from 189.3 to 136.8 FPS, Medium from 132.2 to 97.6 FPS, and High from 118.6 to 83.6 FPS. This roughly 30% reduction in frame rate at each preset indicates a balanced load shift onto the GPU as pixel count increases. The CPU, a 6-core/12-thread Zen 3 part with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, is evidently sufficient to keep up with the RTX 4060 at these resolutions.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. The difference between Low (89.8 FPS) and Ultra (41.4 FPS) is a 54% drop, mirroring the 1080p scaling. However, the absolute frame rates are much lower, confirming that the RTX 4060’s 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed heavily at 3840x2160. The CPU’s role diminishes as resolution increases, with the GPU workload becoming the limiting factor. For this game, the Ryzen 5 5600 provides ample processing power across all tested resolutions, meaning the RTX 4060 is the component that determines playability at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2042 out of 3714 tested combinations places it in the 55th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms more than half of the configurations in this database. This is a solid mid-to-upper tier ranking for a mainstream CPU and GPU pairing. The Ryzen 5 5600 itself sits at the 74th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20468. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V (deltaPct 0.1), AMD Ryzen 5 8500G (deltaPct 0.2), and AMD EPYC 9454P (deltaPct 0.2), all of which are within 0.5% of its score, indicating the CPU is competitive with a wide range of processors.

The RTX 4060 ranks at the 61st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (deltaPct -0.2), AMD Radeon 780M (deltaPct 0.3), and AMD Radeon Pro 560 (deltaPct 0.5). The GPU’s percentile is lower than the CPU’s, which is typical for this class of graphics card. The combination of a strong CPU and a mid-range GPU results in a balanced system that ranks in the middle of the pack overall, with the GPU being the more likely performance limiter in demanding scenarios.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with authority across most resolutions and presets. The verdict by resolution is clear:

• 1920x1080: All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best average FPS at Ultra being 86.6 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and ideal for competitive play.
• 2560x1440: All four presets are also playable here. The Ultra preset averages 65.8 FPS, which is just above the playable threshold, making it the best visual option while still maintaining smooth gameplay.
• 3840x2160: Only Low (89.8 FPS) and Medium (64.5 FPS) are playable. High (56.4 FPS) and Ultra (41.4 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS threshold, so they are not recommended for a consistent experience.

The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can easily push high refresh rates. At 4K, it requires a compromise on settings to stay above 60 FPS. For a fast-paced FPS like Lockdown Protocol, prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity is often the better choice, and this system supports that strategy at all tested resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 41.4 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings also fall short at 56.4 FPS. Only Low and Medium presets are playable at 4K.

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

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 65.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the best playable setting at this resolution, offering the highest visual quality while maintaining smooth performance.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2042 out of 3714 tested combinations. This places it in the upper-middle tier, outperforming roughly 55% of all tested systems in the database.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck in this game?

A: At 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 4060 is the primary bottleneck, as frame rates drop significantly with higher settings. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, while the Ryzen 5 5600 provides sufficient processing power across all resolutions.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 189.3 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is more than triple the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Are there any settings at 1080p that are not playable?

A: No. All four presets at 1920x1080 are playable, with the lowest average being 86.6 FPS at Ultra settings. This makes 1080p the most flexible resolution for this combo.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data identifies the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS for each resolution:

• 3840x2160: Medium is the best playable setting, averaging 64.5 FPS. This is the only quality preset above Low that maintains playability, though Low (89.8 FPS) offers a higher frame rate for those who prefer performance.
• 2560x1440: Ultra is the best playable setting, averaging 65.8 FPS. This allows for maximum visual fidelity at this resolution while staying just above the 60 FPS threshold.
• 1920x1080: Ultra is the best playable setting, averaging 86.6 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality with a comfortable margin above the playable threshold, making it the recommended choice for 1080p gaming.

For players who prioritize frame rate over visual quality, the Low preset at each resolution offers the highest headroom: 189.3 FPS at 1080p, 136.8 FPS at 1440p, and 89.8 FPS at 4K. However, the Ultra presets at 1080p and 1440p strike the best balance between image quality and performance for this hardware combination.