Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a formidable combination for Lockdown Protocol, achieving a combo rank of 274 out of 3714 tested configurations. This places the pairing in the top 7.4% of all tested combos, indicating that the hardware is exceptionally well-suited to the game’s demands. The benchmark data shows that this system delivers frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold at every tested resolution and preset, from 4K Ultra to 1080p Low. The combination of a modern 6-core Zen 4 processor with a high-end Ada Lovelace GPU ensures that neither component becomes a bottleneck in typical gameplay scenarios, allowing the system to leverage its full potential.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 274 out of 3714 tested configurations places it in the 92.6th percentile of all systems tested for Lockdown Protocol. This is a strong result, indicating that the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination is significantly faster than the vast majority of setups running this game. The performance gap between this combo and the median system is substantial, as evidenced by the frame rates achieved at high resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the combo averages 98 FPS on High settings, which is a 63.3% margin above the 60 FPS threshold. This shows that the system is not merely playable at 4K but is capable of providing a high-refresh-rate experience on demanding presets. The data suggests that the performance headroom is large enough to handle future updates or more demanding scenes without dropping below playable levels. The rank is particularly impressive considering the game is a fast-paced FPS, where higher frame rates directly translate to smoother motion and potentially better competitive performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution and settings change. The CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F with 6 cores and 12 threads, demonstrates its capability in this title by allowing the GPU to reach very high frame rates at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 301 FPS, which is a strong indicator that the CPU can feed the GPU effectively even when graphical load is minimal.

However, the GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the average frame rate on High settings drops from 206 FPS to 151 FPS, a reduction of 26.7%. This scaling continues to 3840x2160, where the average on High is 98 FPS, another 35.1% reduction from the 1440p figure. This pattern is typical for a system where the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, as the pixel count increases by 78% from 1080p to 1440p and by another 125% from 1440p to 4K.

The difference between Low and Ultra settings also highlights the GPU’s role. At 1080p, the gap between Low (301 FPS) and Ultra (155 FPS) is 146 FPS, a 48.5% reduction. At 4K, the same settings gap is 84 FPS (157 FPS to 73 FPS), a 53.5% reduction. This shows that while the CPU is capable of maintaining high frame rates at low settings, the GPU’s workload scales significantly with both resolution and graphical fidelity, making it the defining component for the highest quality experiences.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 4K resolution?

A: According to the verdict data, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset averages 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1440p to 4K?

A: On High settings, the average frame rate drops from 151 FPS at 2560x1440 to 98 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 35.1% decrease in performance when moving up to 4K.

Q: Does this combo support high refresh rate gaming at 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, the system achieves an average of 206 FPS on High settings and 301 FPS on Low settings. Even on Ultra, it maintains an average of 155 FPS, which is well above typical 144Hz refresh rates.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates for the Medium preset?

A: The measured data shows minimum FPS values only for the Medium preset. At 3840x2160, the minimum is 95 FPS; at 2560x1440, it is 147 FPS; and at 1920x1080, it is 201 FPS.

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

A: The data indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 301 FPS, suggesting CPU headroom. However, the performance drop at 4K Ultra (73 FPS) compared to 1080p Ultra (155 FPS) shows that the GPU’s rendering load is the primary constraint.

Q: How does this combo compare to similar hardware in terms of CPU and GPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964, with its nearest rival being the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F at 25005, a 0.2% difference. The RTX 4080 has an average score of 54247, with the RTX 4080 SUPER at 54209, a 0.1% difference, indicating very similar performance levels.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with substantial headroom above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict data confirms that at every tested resolution—1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160—all four presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable. The best settings at each resolution are the Ultra preset, which achieves an average of 155 FPS at 1080p, 113 FPS at 1440p, and 73 FPS at 4K.

The system is not just playable; it is capable of delivering a high-refresh-rate experience at 1080p and 1440p, with the Ultra preset at 1440p producing 113 FPS, which is suitable for 100Hz+ displays. Even at 4K, the Ultra preset remains comfortably above 60 FPS, making this a true 4K-capable configuration for this title. For competitive players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, the Low preset at 1080p yields 301 FPS, which is ideal for 240Hz monitors. The data shows that this combination provides a versatile experience, allowing users to choose between maximum visual quality and maximum smoothness depending on their preferences.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 301 FPS on Low, 236 FPS on Medium, 206 FPS on High, and 155 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset has recorded minimum and maximum values of 201 FPS and 272 FPS, respectively, showing a narrow frame time distribution. This indicates that the system maintains consistent performance even in demanding scenes at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 244 FPS on Low, 173 FPS on Medium, 151 FPS on High, and 113 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 199 FPS. The performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, with an average reduction of approximately 27% across the different settings. This is expected given the increased pixel workload on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the system still performs admirably, with averages of 157 FPS on Low, 112 FPS on Medium, 98 FPS on High, and 73 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS. Notably, the low preset at 4K achieves a higher frame rate (157 FPS) than the High preset at 1440p (151 FPS), which highlights the significant impact of resolution scaling on the GPU. The frame rates at 4K remain well above the 60 FPS threshold even at the highest quality setting, confirming the GPU’s capability.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 73 FPS. This is the best setting for 4K, as it provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. For users who prefer even higher frame rates, the High preset at 98 FPS is also an excellent choice, but Ultra is the recommended setting for maximum fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is again the best option, delivering an average of 113 FPS. This is a significant result, as it allows for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p with all settings maxed out. The 113 FPS average is more than 53 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay in all but the most intense scenes. This resolution offers the best balance between visual quality and performance for this combination.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset provides an average of 155 FPS, making it the clear choice for 1080p gaming. This frame rate is ideal for 144Hz displays and provides a substantial buffer above the 60 FPS minimum. For esports-focused players, the Low preset at 301 FPS is available, but the Ultra preset’s 155 FPS average demonstrates that this system can handle the highest settings with ease at this resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has several nearby rivals that would behave similarly in this game. The Intel Core i7-11850H has an average score of 24935, which is just 0.1% lower than the Ryzen’s 24964, indicating virtually identical CPU performance. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25005, which is 0.2% higher, while the Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911, a 0.2% difference. The Intel Core 5 210H scores 24872, which is 0.4% lower. These CPUs would all provide very similar frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, though the Ryzen 5 7500F’s higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz gives it a slight edge in single-threaded tasks.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has close rivals in the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 2.6% difference. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, which is 2.7% higher. These GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with differences of only a few FPS at most. For practical purposes, any of these alternatives would deliver a comparable gaming experience, with the RTX 4080 SUPER being the closest match in terms of overall performance.