Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT combination delivers a highly capable 1440p and 1080p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with the data showing 4K Ultra as the only setting that fails to hit the 60 FPS playable threshold. The combo ranks in the 67th percentile of tested configurations, placing it firmly in the upper tier for this FPS title, and the measured results show that this pairing is best suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while still offering a playable 4K experience at High settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT ranks #1228 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 33% of all configurations, which is a strong result given the game’s relatively recent release. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing: the CPU’s single-thread performance is excellent for FPS titles, and the GPU provides ample rasterization headroom. The percentileVsAllGpus for the RX 7800 XT is 51, meaning it sits exactly at the median of all GPUs tested on the site, yet the combo’s overall rank is elevated by the Ryzen 5 7500F’s strong 77th percentileVsAllCpus standing. This suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at most settings, and the GPU is being utilized effectively.

The data confirms that this pairing is not an outlier in either direction. The Ryzen 5 7500F’s average benchmark score of 24964 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with a deltaPct of just 0.1% versus the Intel Core i7-11850H and 0.2% versus the Intel Core i7-13620H. This means the CPU’s contribution to the combo’s rank is consistent with other mid-range processors. On the GPU side, the RX 7800 XT’s average score of 11627 is within 1.8% of the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT, which is a much lower-tier card, indicating that the 7800 XT’s raw compute score may not fully reflect its gaming performance in this specific title. However, the measured FPS data shows the combo performs well above the 60 FPS threshold at most settings, so the rank is a reliable indicator of real-world capability.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution, using the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS average:

• 1920x1080: Ultra at 107.9 FPS average. This is the highest preset and delivers nearly double the playable threshold. The low preset reaches 235.7 FPS, so there is headroom for 144Hz+ monitors even at Ultra.
• 2560x1440: Ultra at 80.3 FPS average. This is a fully playable experience with all settings maxed out. The data shows 1440p Ultra is comfortably above 60 FPS, with High at 106.5 FPS and Medium at 121.9 FPS for those who prefer higher refresh rates.
• 3840x2160: High at 71.3 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. Ultra drops to 54.8 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, so High is the recommended ceiling for 4K. Medium runs at 77.9 FPS, and Low at 109.7 FPS, but High offers the best visual quality while staying playable.

The verdict data confirms these findings: 1080p and 1440p are fully playable at Ultra, while 4K is limited to High as the best playable preset. The 4K Ultra setting at 54.8 FPS is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to meet the 60 FPS target.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only up to High settings. The measured 4K High preset averages 71.3 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Ultra at 4K drops to 54.8 FPS, which is not playable.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The data shows 1440p Ultra at 80.3 FPS is the sweet spot, offering a balance between visual fidelity and performance. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 107.9 FPS, which is better for high-refresh-rate monitors, but 1440p provides a sharper image without sacrificing playability.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7500F a bottleneck for the RX 7800 XT?

A: The benchmark data suggests not. The CPU’s 3dmark_single_thread score of 974 and cinebench_r23_singlecore score of 3218 indicate strong per-core performance, which is critical for FPS games. The combo rank of 1228 out of 3714 is consistent with a balanced pairing.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT compare to its nearest rivals in terms of GPU score?

A: The RX 7800 XT’s average benchmark score is 11627. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, scores 11680, which is only 0.5% higher. This places the 7800 XT in a similar performance class to the GTX 1660 in synthetic tests, though the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol shows much higher real-world results.

Q: What is the maximum FPS this combo can achieve?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 235.7 at 1080p Low settings. At 1080p Ultra, it drops to 107.9 FPS, and at 1440p Ultra it is 80.3 FPS. The lowest playable average is 54.8 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: Is there any setting where this combo fails to hit 60 FPS?

A: Yes, only one: 3840x2160 at Ultra settings, which averages 54.8 FPS. Every other resolution and preset combination in the dataset exceeds 60 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearestRivals data for both the CPU and GPU, several hardware combinations would deliver near-identical performance in Lockdown Protocol. The Ryzen 5 7500F’s average benchmark score of 24964 is matched almost exactly by the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935, deltaPct 0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005, deltaPct -0.2%), and the Intel Core i7-13620H (24911, deltaPct 0.2%). Swapping the CPU for any of these would result in a negligible performance change, with the Intel Core 5 210H (24872, deltaPct 0.4%) being the closest lower-scoring option.

On the GPU side, the RX 7800 XT’s average score of 11627 is bracketed by the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 (11680, deltaPct -0.5%) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M (11528, deltaPct 0.9%). The NVIDIA Tesla K20c (11479, deltaPct 1.3%) and the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (11842, deltaPct -1.8%) are also within a 1.8% margin. This means a system with a GTX 1660 or RX 6500 XT would produce nearly identical synthetic GPU scores, although the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol may differ due to driver optimizations and architecture differences.

For a similar overall experience, pairing the Ryzen 5 7500F with a GPU from this rival set (such as the GTX 1660) would likely yield comparable frame rates, as the CPU is not a limiting factor. Conversely, keeping the RX 7800 XT and swapping the CPU to an Intel Core i7-13620H would maintain the same performance tier. The deltaPct values are all under 2%, so any of these alternatives would be indistinguishably close in practice.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides average FPS for each resolution and preset combination, with no min or max values recorded. All figures below are average FPS:

• 3840x2160 (4K):
• Low: 109.7 FPS
• Medium: 77.9 FPS
• High: 71.3 FPS
• Ultra: 54.8 FPS

• 2560x1440 (1440p):
• Low: 172.9 FPS
• Medium: 121.9 FPS
• High: 106.5 FPS
• Ultra: 80.3 FPS

• 1920x1080 (1080p):
• Low: 235.7 FPS
• Medium: 168.3 FPS
• High: 145.7 FPS
• Ultra: 107.9 FPS

The scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent across all resolutions: the gap between Low and Ultra is roughly 55 FPS at 1080p (235.7 to 107.9), 92 FPS at 1440p (172.9 to 80.3), and 55 FPS at 4K (109.7 to 54.8). Notably, the 4K Ultra setting is the only point where the average drops below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The 1440p Ultra result of 80.3 FPS is particularly impressive, as it shows the combo can handle max settings with a 33% margin over the playable threshold. At 1080p, the Ultra preset’s 107.9 FPS average makes it suitable for 100Hz+ displays without compromise.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol with strong performance across all resolutions, with the sole exception of 4K Ultra. The verdictByResolution data is unambiguous: at 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 107.9 FPS — well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, every preset including Ultra is playable, with Ultra at 80.3 FPS providing a comfortable margin. At 3840x2160, the High preset is the best playable option at 71.3 FPS, while Ultra falls short at 54.8 FPS.

The conclusion is straightforward: this combo is excellent for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can max out settings and still deliver high frame rates. For 4K, users should stick to High settings to stay above 60 FPS. The Ryzen 5 7500F provides sufficient CPU headroom, and the RX 7800 XT delivers the necessary GPU power for all but the most demanding 4K preset. If the goal is competitive FPS play at 1440p with maximum visual quality, this pairing is more than adequate, and it even handles 4K High without issue. The only scenario to avoid is 4K Ultra, where the data shows a definitive performance drop below the playable threshold.