Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol across all tested resolutions and presets, with the data indicating that the system never falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold in any configuration. The measured results show a hardware pairing that is heavily overqualified for this title, leaving substantial performance headroom even at 4K Ultra settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU data places the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in the 75th percentile of all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 21771. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, which scores 21749 (a delta of 0.1%), meaning the 5600X performs essentially identically to that mobile processor. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U and Intel Core i7-11700 both score 21874 and 21891 respectively, showing deltas of -0.5% against the 5600X, indicating they are marginally faster but within negligible variance. The AMD EPYC 9554P rounds out the nearest rivals with a score of 21899, representing a -0.6% delta. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical gameplay performance when paired with the same GPU, as the FPS differences would be imperceptible at the high frame rates observed.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D sits in the 92nd percentile of all tested graphics cards with an average benchmark score of 77712. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT with a score of 76904 (a 1.1% delta), meaning the 5090 D is 1.1% faster than that card. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, which puts the 5090 D 1.6% behind it. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB and 16 GB versions score 79396 and 79605 respectively, placing the 5090 D 2.1% and 2.4% behind them. For Lockdown Protocol, these differences are negligible; the game would run at essentially the same triple-digit frame rates with any of these GPUs. The benchmark data implies that a user moving from the RX 6850M XT to the RTX 5090 D would see a 1.6% performance uplift in general compute, but the actual FPS difference in this game would be minimal.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D ranks 114th out of 3714 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the top 3.1% of all tested configurations, which is a strong result given that the CPU is not a flagship part. The ranking indicates that while the GPU is clearly a high-end part, the combination as a whole is not at the absolute top tier because the Ryzen 5 5600X, being a mid-range processor, limits the overall score relative to combos using top-tier CPUs. The data shows that the pairing still delivers outstanding gameplay performance, as evidenced by the measured FPS figures. The 114th rank out of 3714 combos means that only a small fraction of possible configurations outperform it, and many of those likely use significantly more expensive processors. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, which appears to be a fast-paced FPS, the ranking confirms that this system sits firmly in the upper echelon of gaming configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 264 FPS, which represents the highest frame rate measured for this combination. Medium settings produce an average of 233 FPS with a minimum of 198 and a maximum of 268. High settings yield an average of 222 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 187 FPS. All of these figures are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating that the system has massive headroom at 1080p. The gap between Low to Ultra is 77 FPS, which shows that even the most demanding preset offers nearly three times the playable threshold.

When moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain extremely high. Low settings average 238 FPS, Medium settings average 209 FPS with a minimum of 178 and maximum of 241. High settings produce an average of 183 FPS, and Ultra settings deliver 137 FPS average. The resolution increase from 1080p to 1440p causes a predictable performance drop: the Low preset drops by 26 FPS (from 264 to 238), while the Ultra preset drops by 50 FPS (from 208 to 137). This indicates that the Ultra preset has a heavier GPU load that scales more dramatically with resolution. Despite the drop, the lowest 1440p result (Ultra at 137 FPS) is still more than double the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, 4K resolution shows the most demanding results. Low settings still average 190 FPS, Medium settings average 135 FPS with a minimum of 115 and maximum of 155. High settings drop to an average of 118 FPS, and Ultra settings yield 88 FPS average. The transition from 1440p to 4K produces significant drops: the Low preset loses 48 FPS (238 to 190), and the Ultra preset loses 49 FPS (137 to 88). Notably, at 4K Ultra, the system produces an average of 88 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The minimum FPS figures are only available for the Medium preset at each resolution (115 FPS at 4K, 178 FPS at 1440p, and 198 FPS at 1080p), and these minimum values confirm that the system maintains playable performance even in worst-case scenarios.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows the system achieves an average of 88 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset for maximum visual quality at 1440p while staying above 60 FPS?

A: The best settings at 2560x1440 are Ultra, which produces an average of 137 FPS, far exceeding the minimum requirement.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in performance?

A: The RTX 5090 D is 1.1% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 680M XT, but 1.6% slower than the RX 6850M XT in average benchmark scores.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this system?

A: The highest average FPS is 264, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this game at high resolutions?

A: The FPS differences between 1440p and 4K suggest the GPU is the primary factor for scaling, with the 5600X ranking in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, which is not limiting for this game.

Q: What percentage of tested combinations does this system outperform?

A: This combination ranks 114th out of 3714 combos, meaning it outperforms approximately 96.9% of all tested configurations.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data shows a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 264 FPS on Low, 233 FPS on Medium, 222 FPS on High and 187 FPS on Ultra. The spread from Low to Ultra is 77 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is heavily influencing the frame rate at this resolution, as the higher graphics presets require more GPU work. However, the CPU's role is still significant, as the Ryzen 5 5600X with its 12 threads and 32 MB L3 cache must process the game logic and draw calls for those high frame rates.

When the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops by about 26-50 FPS depending on the preset. The Low preset drops from 264 to 238 (a 26 FPS reduction), while the Ultra preset drops from 187 to 137 (a 50 FPS reduction). The larger drop for Ultra suggests that the GPU is more stressed at that preset, but the CPU continues to deliver a base level of performance that keeps the frame rate high. At 3840x2160, the Low preset drops to 190 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 88 FPS. The 4K to 1440p scaling shows a 48 FPS drop for Low and a 49 FPS drop for Ultra, which is a similar absolute drop, indicating that the GPU is the dominant factor at this resolution. The 4K Ultra minimum FPS value of 115 FPS (from the Medium setting) suggests that the GPU can still handle the game's demands, while the CPU is not fully saturated.

Across all resolutions, the FPS differences between presets reveal that the GPU is the primary limiter at higher settings, while the CPU provides a stable foundation. The data shows that the RTX 5090 D has a 574 W TDP and 32 GB of GDDR7 memory, which gives it enough bandwidth for 4K gaming, while the Ryzen 5 5600X with its 6 cores and 12 threads is sufficient for this FPS title. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows that the GPU becomes more stressed, but the CPU remains capable of delivering the frame rates required for smooth gameplay.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 187 FPS. This is significantly above the threshold, meaning the system has enormous headroom. The 1080p Low preset reaches 264 FPS, but Ultra is the best choice for visual quality while still satisfying the 60 FPS requirement.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again provides the best visual quality while maintaining an average of 137 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold by a margin of 77 FPS, which means that the system can run the game at max settings and still deliver a smooth experience. The 1440p Medium preset achieves 209 FPS, but Ultra is the only preset that meets the “best settings” requirement because it gives the highest quality without dropping below 60.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields an average of 88 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This means the system can run the game at 4K Ultra with a comfortable margin. The 4K High preset is also 118 FPS, but Ultra is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS, so it is the best choice for maximum quality. The 4K Low preset with 190 FPS provides a high frame rate for competitive play, but the Ultra setting is recommended for the best visual experience.

The Verdict

The verdict from the data is clear: this system can run Lockdown Protocol at all tested resolutions and presets above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra, and the best settings are Ultra with an average of 88 FPS. At 2560x1440, all settings are playable, with Ultra being the best at 137 FPS average. At 1920x1080, all settings are playable, with Ultra providing 187 FPS average. The system does not fail any resolution or preset, meaning it is fully capable of running the game at maximum quality at 4K. The data shows that the combo is well-balanced, with the GPU and CPU both contributing to the high frame rates. The minimum FPS figures for Medium settings at each resolution (198 FPS at 1080p, 178 FPS at 1440p, 115 FPS at 4K) confirm that the system maintains smooth performance even during demanding scenes. The ranking of 114th out of 3714 combos further validates that the system is a high-end configuration capable of delivering a premium gaming experience for this title.