Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, but 4K requires a compromise on visual fidelity. The measured data shows this combination ranks in the 44th percentile of tested combos, with performance scaling predictably across the three resolutions. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, identifies the bottleneck at each setting level, and compares the combo against nearby hardware alternatives.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS is Medium, which produces 67.5 FPS. High settings drop to 57.3 FPS, falling below the playable threshold, while Ultra runs at 45.2 FPS. Low settings reach 93.6 FPS but sacrifice too much visual quality when Medium achieves the target comfortably.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 69.8 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS bar with a modest margin. High settings run at 92.4 FPS, Medium at 106.8 FPS, and Low at 148.3 FPS. Since Ultra is the highest preset available and stays above 60 FPS, it is the recommended choice for this resolution. The gap between Ultra and High is 22.6 FPS, indicating that the GPU has enough headroom for the extra effects.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings produce 91.8 FPS, which is the best possible preset and well above the playable threshold. High settings reach 125.8 FPS, Medium hits 142.1 FPS, and Low runs at 201.8 FPS. The margin between Ultra and the next step down is substantial, but because Ultra already exceeds 60 FPS by 31.8 FPS, there is no need to lower settings for smooth gameplay. The data suggests that 1080p Ultra is the optimal balance of visual quality and performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra is 110 FPS (from 201.8 to 91.8), which is a 54.5% drop. At 2560x1440, the same comparison shows a 78.5 FPS gap (from 148.3 to 69.8), a 52.9% reduction. At 3840x2160, the gap narrows to 48.4 FPS (from 93.6 to 45.2), a 51.7% reduction. This consistent percentage drop across resolutions indicates that the GPU is the primary limiter at all settings.

However, the absolute frame rates tell a different story about the CPU's role. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 201.8 FPS, which is a high enough frame rate that the Ryzen 5 5600's six cores may begin to constrain the maximum output. The CPU's single-thread benchmark score of 882 in 3dmark and 3256 in Passmark suggests it can handle high frame rates, but the 1080p Low result is likely near the CPU ceiling. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, as the frame rates drop proportionally with resolution.

The Ryzen 5 5600's multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 18309, is more than adequate for Lockdown Protocol's typical load. The game's FPS genre relies on single-thread performance for game logic, but the 12 threads provide enough parallel capacity for background tasks. The data shows that at 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, as even Low settings only reach 93.6 FPS, which is 108 FPS below the 1080p Low result.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low runs at 93.6 FPS, Medium at 67.5 FPS, High at 57.3 FPS, and Ultra at 45.2 FPS. The progression from Low to Medium costs 26.1 FPS, from Medium to High costs 10.2 FPS, and from High to Ultra costs 12.1 FPS. This non-linear scaling suggests that Medium is the sweet spot for 4K, as the drop to High is relatively small but crosses the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low at 148.3 FPS, Medium at 106.8 FPS, High at 92.4 FPS, and Ultra at 69.8 FPS. The step from High to Ultra is the largest single drop at 22.6 FPS, which indicates that the Ultra preset includes expensive effects that heavily tax the GPU. However, since Ultra still clears 60 FPS, the trade-off is acceptable for users prioritizing visual fidelity.

At 1920x1080, the full range is: Low at 201.8 FPS, Medium at 142.1 FPS, High at 125.8 FPS, and Ultra at 91.8 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 59.7 FPS, the largest single-step drop, while the gap between Medium and High is 16.3 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 34 FPS. The Ultra preset's cost is notable, but the final result of 91.8 FPS leaves ample headroom for competitive play.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 1648 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 44.4th percentile, meaning roughly 56% of tested configurations deliver higher frame rates. The rank reflects a mid-tier position, which aligns with the component choices: a six-core CPU from 2022 and a current-generation GPU with 8 GB of GDDR7 memory.

The CPU itself sits in the 74th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 20468. The GPU is in the 72nd percentile among all graphics cards, with an average score of 26331. When combined, the percentile ranks are similar, but the game-specific performance depends on how well the two components complement each other. The measured FPS data shows that the combo handles 1080p and 1440p well, but the 4K Ultra result of 45.2 FPS is a clear weakness.

The rank of 1648 indicates that there are many faster combos, but also a significant number of slower ones. For a 1080p gamer, this combo is positioned above the mainstream baseline, while for 4K enthusiasts, it falls short of the high-end tier. The data suggests that this pairing is best suited for 1440p gaming, where it delivers the strongest balance of performance and visual quality.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V has an average score of 20454, which is 0.1% lower than the Ryzen 5 5600's 20468. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G scores 20425, a 0.2% difference, and the AMD EPYC 9454P scores 20422, also 0.2% lower. These three alternatives would behave nearly identically in Lockdown Protocol, as the CPU is rarely the bottleneck at most settings. The AMD EPYC 7713, with a score of 20363, is 0.5% slower, which is still within a negligible margin.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 860M with an average score of 26401, which is 0.3% higher than the RTX 5060's 26331. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421, also 0.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553, a 0.8% advantage. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, which is 1.2% lower. These GPU alternatives would produce frame rates within a few FPS of the RTX 5060 across all resolutions and settings.

Notably, the RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary is an older architecture but still performs within 0.8% of the RTX 5060 in synthetic benchmarks. In practice, this means users with that GPU would see nearly identical results in Lockdown Protocol. The MX550 and 860M, despite being lower-tier names, also fall within the same performance band, indicating that the RTX 5060's real-world gaming performance is closely matched by a diverse set of competing products.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that runs above 60 FPS at 3840x2160?

A: Medium settings deliver 67.5 FPS at 4K, which is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. High settings drop to 57.3 FPS, below the playable threshold.

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 2560x1440 with maximum settings?

A: Yes, Ultra settings at 1440p produce an average of 69.8 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This is the best preset available and maintains a playable frame rate.

Q: How much faster is 1920x1080 Low compared to 3840x2160 Low?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 201.8 FPS, while at 4K Low it drops to 93.6 FPS. This represents a 108.2 FPS difference, or a 115.6% increase in frame rate at the lower resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1920x1080 Ultra?

A: The GPU is the primary limiter, as the frame rate drops from 201.8 FPS at Low to 91.8 FPS at Ultra, a 54.5% reduction. The CPU's performance is sufficient to support these frame rates, given its 3dmark single-thread score of 882.

Q: What rank does this combo hold among all tested systems?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 1648 out of 3714 combos, placing it in the 44.4th percentile for Lockdown Protocol performance.

Q: Which GPU alternative is closest in performance to the RTX 5060?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 has an average score of 26421, which is just 0.3% higher than the RTX 5060's 26331. The AMD Radeon 860M is also 0.3% higher at 26401.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol at all three tested resolutions, but the experience varies significantly. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 91.8 FPS on Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data shows that all settings at 1080p are playable, with Low reaching 201.8 FPS for competitive play.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings run at 69.8 FPS, which clears the threshold by a 9.8 FPS margin. All presets at this resolution are playable, making 1440p the sweet spot for this hardware. The combination of visual quality and frame rate is strong, with no need to compromise.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. Medium settings are playable at 67.5 FPS, and Low runs at 93.6 FPS, but High drops to 57.3 FPS and Ultra to 45.2 FPS. For 4K gaming, users must choose between Medium and Low to stay above 60 FPS. The best playable setting is Medium, which offers a balanced experience. Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p machine, with 4K available only at reduced settings.