Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 delivers a performance profile that shifts dramatically depending on resolution and graphical preset. The measured data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, yet one that requires careful settings management to remain playable at 4K. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, compares the combo against similar hardware, and determines the optimal settings for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, this combo is exceptionally strong. The Low preset produces an average of 175 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate monitor. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 124 FPS, with a minimum of 106 FPS and a maximum of 143 FPS, indicating consistent frame pacing. The High preset still delivers a very smooth 109 FPS average. Even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 81 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data shows no scenario at 1080p where this system struggles to maintain fluid gameplay.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain robust but begin to show the GPU's workload. The Low preset hits a 128 FPS average, which is excellent. Medium follows with an 91 FPS average, with a minimum of 77 FPS and a maximum of 105 FPS. High settings yield an 80 FPS average. The Ultra preset, the most demanding option, produces an average of exactly 60 FPS, placing it right on the playability threshold but still technically playable. This resolution presents a sweet spot for the combo, offering high visual quality without sacrificing the 60 FPS target.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture changes significantly. The Low preset is the only one that clears the 60 FPS threshold, with an average of 83 FPS. The Medium preset averages 59 FPS, narrowly missing the 60 FPS mark, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS. High settings average 51 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Ultra preset averages just 39 FPS, which is below the threshold and not recommended for competitive play. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is substantial, with the average frame rate more than halving (83 FPS to 39 FPS), indicating a heavy dependence on the GPU at this resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G's average benchmark score of 21088 is closely matched by several other processors. The Intel Core i3-1220P scores 21066, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is a mere 0.1% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U is 0.2% slower. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155U trails by 0.4%. This clustering indicates that for CPU-bound scenarios in Lockdown Protocol, the choice among these processors would yield nearly identical performance, making the 5600G a well-positioned part in its performance tier.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 9060's average score of 16014 places it near a few interesting alternatives. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, making it 0.7% faster. The AMD Radeon R9 370X and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 are nearly identical, with the R9 370X being 1% faster and the RX 7700 also 1% faster. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is 2.1% slower. This data suggests that a system with an RTX 3060 Ti would deliver essentially the same frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, making it a direct competitor for this RX 9060. The RX 7700 also presents a similar performance profile, though these are separate hardware configurations.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results illuminate a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU at different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system's performance is likely more balanced, as the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads can keep up with the GPU's output. The jump from 175 FPS on Low to 81 FPS on Ultra at 1080p is a 54% reduction, which is a large swing, but the CPU still allows for high frame rates even at the highest settings.

The scaling suggests the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset's average of 60 FPS exactly matches the playable threshold, while the High preset yields 80 FPS. This 25% drop from High to Ultra at 1440p indicates that the added graphical load of Ultra settings heavily taxes the GPU. At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations are most apparent. The difference between Low and Ultra settings is a 53% reduction in average FPS (83 to 39). The CPU, being a 74th percentile part, is less likely to be the limiting factor at 4K, as the GPU is clearly overwhelmed by the pixel count and shader complexity.

The data implies that for this game, the RX 9060 is the determining factor for high-fidelity gaming at 1440p and 4K. The Ryzen 5 5600G provides sufficient headroom to avoid being a bottleneck at lower resolutions, but the GPU's raw throughput defines the ceiling for visual settings at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and AMD Radeon RX 9060 holds the 2194th rank out of 3714 tested combos. This places it in the 59th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms about 59% of all other combinations. This mid-pack ranking is a reflection of the GPU's 59th percentile standing among all GPUs and the CPU's 74th percentile among all CPUs. The combined performance is solidly average, not a top-tier enthusiast build but far from a low-end system. It indicates that for the vast majority of games, this combo will deliver a respectable experience, and for Lockdown Protocol specifically, it's positioned to handle 1080p and 1440p very well, with some compromises at 4K.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol? The verdict by resolution is clear. At 1920x1080, the system runs the game flawlessly, with all presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—achieving average frame rates well above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Ultra preset's 81 FPS average ensures a great experience. At 2560x1440, the system is also fully playable across all presets. Even the most demanding Ultra setting hits exactly 60 FPS, making it playable, while High and Medium provide higher headroom at 80 and 91 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the system can only maintain a consistent 60+ FPS on the Low preset, which averages 83 FPS. The Medium preset falls just short at 59 FPS, and High and Ultra are below the threshold at 51 and 39 FPS respectively. In summary, this is a capable 1080p and 1440p gaming machine for Lockdown Protocol, but 4K gaming requires dropping to Low settings for a smooth experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate this combo can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 175 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 2560x1440 on Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1440p with Ultra settings is exactly 60 FPS, which meets the playability threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: Is the AMD Radeon RX 9060 significantly faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

A: No. The average benchmark score for the RX 9060 is 16014, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129. This makes the RTX 3060 Ti 0.7% faster, a negligible difference in real-world performance.

Q: What is the performance gap between the CPU and its closest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G's average score is 21088. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i3-1220P, scores 21066, which is a 0.1% difference. This indicates they are virtually identical in performance.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded at 1080p?

A: The lowest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 81 FPS, which is achieved on the Ultra settings preset. This is still well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the system ever drop below 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: Yes, at 1440p on the Medium preset, the minimum FPS is 77, which is above 60. However, on the Ultra preset, the average FPS is exactly 60, and the minimum FPS is not listed. The data shows no scenario at 1440p where the average FPS is below 60.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is the recommended target for each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, which produce an average of 83 FPS. This is the only preset at this resolution that clears the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, which produce an average of exactly 60 FPS. This allows for maximum visual fidelity while still achieving a playable frame rate.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, which produce an average of 81 FPS. This provides the best visual quality with a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target, ensuring a smooth and immersive experience.