Lockdown Protocol

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with 4K requiring a settings compromise. The combination ranks in the 54th percentile of tested combos for this game, placing it in the middle of the pack. Benchmark data confirms this pairing is capable of high-refresh-rate play at 1080p, strong 60+ FPS performance at 1440p, and playable frame rates at 4K only when dropping from the highest presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination produces its strongest results. The Low preset delivers an average of 189 FPS, which is the highest measured average across all resolutions and settings. The Medium preset runs at 134 FPS average, with a minimum of 114 FPS and a maximum of 154 FPS. High settings yield 117 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 88 FPS average. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 101 FPS delta, indicating that the GPU handles the full settings spectrum comfortably.

Moving to 2560x1440, frame rates remain strong but begin to show the expected resolution penalty. Low settings produce 138 FPS average, Medium follows at 98 FPS with a 83 FPS minimum and 113 FPS maximum, and High achieves 86 FPS average. Ultra settings at 1440p still manage 64 FPS average, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 74 FPS, a smaller absolute decline than at 1080p, suggesting the CPU starts to play a more significant role at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, performance becomes more constrained. The Low preset delivers 89 FPS average, which is the only 4K setting above 60 FPS. Medium settings produce 63 FPS average with a 54 FPS minimum and 73 FPS maximum. High settings fall to 55 FPS average, and Ultra drops to 42 FPS average. The 4K Medium result is notable because the minimum of 54 FPS dips below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating occasional frame rate hits despite the average being playable. High and Ultra at 4K are not viable for consistent 60 FPS gameplay.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves 88 FPS average. This is the clear choice for 1080p users, as all four settings exceed the playable threshold. The headroom from Ultra's 88 FPS to the 60 FPS floor is substantial, meaning there is room for demanding scenes without dropping below playable levels.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best setting, delivering 64 FPS average. This is a thinner margin above the 60 FPS threshold than at 1080p, but it remains comfortably playable. The data shows all four 1440p settings are playable, with Low at 138 FPS, Medium at 98 FPS, and High at 86 FPS. For users prioritizing visual quality, Ultra at 1440p is the recommended choice given its 64 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Medium, which averages 63 FPS. While Low achieves 89 FPS, Medium offers higher visual fidelity while still crossing the 60 FPS line. The 54 FPS minimum on Medium is worth noting, as it suggests some scenes will run below the threshold. High and Ultra at 4K are not recommended, as their 55 FPS and 42 FPS averages respectively fall short of playable standards.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a shifting balance between CPU and GPU across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the limiting factor, as evidenced by the large FPS spread between Low (189 FPS) and Ultra (88 FPS). The CPU has enough headroom to feed the RTX 4060 at high frame rates, but the GPU's workload scales heavily with settings. The 101 FPS difference between presets at 1080p indicates the GPU is doing most of the heavy lifting.

At 2560x1440, the scaling narrows to 74 FPS between Low and Ultra, suggesting the GPU is still dominant but the CPU begins to matter more. The absolute frame rates are lower than at 1080p, which is expected given the increased pixel count. The 64 FPS Ultra result at 1440p versus 88 FPS at 1080p shows a 24 FPS penalty, a moderate drop that points to GPU-bound rendering at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the CPU's role diminishes further relative to the GPU. The Low preset at 4K produces 89 FPS, which is identical to the Medium preset at 1440p (98 FPS) being closer than expected. The 4K results show a 47 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, the smallest relative spread across resolutions. This indicates the GPU is heavily saturated at 4K, and the CPU has ample capacity to spare. The Ryzen 5 5600X's six cores and twelve threads appear sufficient for this game, as frame rates scale primarily with GPU workload rather than CPU limitations.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with 60 FPS?

A: Yes, but only on Low settings, which average 89 FPS. Medium settings average 63 FPS but have a 54 FPS minimum, so consistent 60 FPS is not guaranteed. High and Ultra at 4K average 55 FPS and 42 FPS respectively, which do not meet the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best quality setting at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 achieve 64 FPS average, making it the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. All four 1440p settings are playable, but Ultra offers the highest visual quality while maintaining playable frame rates.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p compared to 1440p?

A: At 1080p, Ultra settings average 88 FPS, while at 1440p Ultra averages 64 FPS. This represents a 24 FPS drop when moving from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings. The Low preset at 1080p hits 189 FPS, versus 138 FPS at 1440p.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the primary factor across all resolutions. At 1080p, the settings spread from Low to Ultra is 101 FPS, which narrows to 74 FPS at 1440p and 47 FPS at 4K. The CPU's role becomes relatively less significant as resolution increases, but the Ryzen 5 5600X maintains sufficient performance at all tested resolutions.

Q: What frame rates can I expect on Medium settings?

A: Medium settings produce 134 FPS average at 1080p, 98 FPS average at 1440p, and 63 FPS average at 4K. The minimum frame rates are 114 FPS at 1080p, 83 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K. Maximums reach 154 FPS at 1080p, 113 FPS at 1440p, and 73 FPS at 4K.

Q: Are all settings playable at 1440p?

A: Yes, all four settings at 2560x1440 exceed the 60 FPS threshold. Low averages 138 FPS, Medium averages 98 FPS, High averages 86 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. This makes 1440p the most versatile resolution for this combo.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X's nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, which scores 21749 compared to the 5600X's 21771, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U scores 21874, putting it 0.5% ahead. The Intel Core i7-11700 scores 21891, also 0.5% ahead. The AMD EPYC 9554P scores 21899, 0.6% ahead. These CPUs would produce nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Lockdown Protocol, meaning users with any of these processors can expect similar frame rates when paired with the RTX 4060.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 17666 versus the RTX 4060's 17639, putting it 0.2% ahead. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551, 0.5% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509, 0.7% behind. These GPUs would deliver comparable graphical performance in this game, although their driver support and feature sets may differ. Users with any of these GPU alternatives should see similar FPS results at each resolution and settings combination.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 2009 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 54th percentile of all combinations tested, meaning roughly 46% of tested setups perform better and 54% perform worse. The ranking reflects a mid-tier position, consistent with the component choices: the CPU sits in the 75th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 61st percentile among all GPUs. The combo's performance is sufficient for playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, and at 4K on Low and Medium settings. The data indicates this is a balanced pairing for Lockdown Protocol, with no single component bottlenecking the other at any tested resolution. Users seeking higher frame rates at 4K Ultra would need to look at higher-performing GPUs, while those wanting higher 1080p frame rates could benefit from a stronger CPU, though the current setup already delivers 189 FPS at Low settings.