Lockdown Protocol

This PC combination, built around the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, delivers high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol across all tested resolutions, with the data showing every preset at 2560x1440 and 1920x1080 clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold, while 4K remains playable on three of the four settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are decisively high. The Low preset produces an average of 214 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 152 FPS, with a minimum of 129 and a maximum of 175 FPS. The High preset averages 133 FPS, while the most demanding Ultra preset still maintains an average of 99 FPS. This indicates a large headroom above the 60 FPS baseline, making this resolution the strongest showing for the combination.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust. The Low preset achieves an average of 157 FPS. Medium follows with an average of 111 FPS, and the data includes a minimum of 95 and a maximum of 128 FPS. The High preset averages 97 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still delivers a playable average of 73 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable reduction in frame rates, but the drop is not severe enough to compromise playability on any setting.

At 3840x2160, the load on the GPU becomes significant. The Low preset yields an average of 101 FPS, which remains extremely smooth. The Medium preset provides an average of 72 FPS, with a minimum of 61 and a maximum of 83 FPS. The High preset holds on with an average of 63 FPS, just above the playable threshold. However, the Ultra preset falls to an average of 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and indicates this setting is not viable for smooth gameplay at 4K. The data shows a clear drop-off at the highest resolution and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 holds a combo rank of 1588 out of 3714 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the upper half of all tested configurations, roughly in the 57th percentile of combos. While not a top-tier ranking, it demonstrates that this hardware pairing is well above average for this specific game title.

The CPU itself is a strong performer, sitting in the 89th percentile against all tested CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 44573. When compared to its nearest rivals, the data shows it is effectively tied with the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, which scores 44466 and is 0.2% slower. It also edges out the Intel Core i9-13950HX and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 by 0.5% and 0.6%, respectively. Conversely, the Intel Core i5-14600 posts a score of 44889, which is 0.7% higher. This CPU data suggests the processor is not a limiting factor in most scenarios.

The GPU, conversely, is a more mid-range part. It sits in the 61st percentile against all tested GPUs and has an average benchmark score of 17208. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, which is 0.7% faster, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which is 1% faster. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c is 1.5% faster, while the AMD Radeon HD 7970M is 1.1% slower. This indicates that while the CPU is a top-tier part, the GPU is the more modest component in this pairing, which is reflected in the frame rate scaling at higher resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players targeting a consistent 60 FPS or higher, the data identifies the most demanding preset that maintains this threshold at each resolution. The performance headroom allows for high visual quality in most cases.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 99 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This means users can enable the highest visual settings and still have significant performance in reserve.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the best option. The average FPS at this setting is 73, which clears the 60 FPS requirement with a comfortable margin. This resolution offers an ideal balance between visual fidelity and performance for this hardware.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset falls to 47 FPS on average, which is not playable. The best setting that maintains 60 FPS is High, which achieves an average of 63 FPS. This is a marginal buffer, so players who want to avoid any risk of frame drops might consider the Medium preset, which provides a more comfortable average of 72 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but not on the highest settings. The data shows that at 3840x2160, the High, Medium, and Low presets all achieve average frame rates above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset is the most demanding playable option, averaging 63 FPS, while the Ultra preset falls short at 47 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: The Ultra preset is fully playable at 2560x1440. The benchmark data records an average of 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This allows for maximum visual quality at this resolution.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: The performance drop is substantial, especially on higher presets. For example, the High preset drops from an average of 133 FPS at 1920x1080 to 63 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of over half. The Low preset also drops significantly, from 214 FPS to 101 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The CPU ranks in the 89th percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 61st percentile. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a large drop, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario.

Q: What is the average frame rate on Medium settings at 1080p?

A: The benchmark data shows an average of 152 FPS for the Medium preset at 1920x1080. The minimum recorded FPS is 129, and the maximum is 175, indicating smooth performance with minimal variance.

Q: Should I use the Medium or High preset at 4K?

A: Both are playable, but they offer different trade-offs. The High preset has a higher average of 63 FPS but is closer to the 60 FPS limit. The Medium preset averages 72 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS, providing a larger safety margin against frame drops.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Lockdown Protocol becomes clear when analyzing the scaling of frame rates across resolutions and settings. The CPU, AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D, is a high-end part with a strong Passmark score of 44573. Its performance is not typically the bottleneck in this pairing. The GPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, is a capable mid-range card, and its influence on performance is most visible at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are very high across all presets. The Low preset hits 214 FPS, while the Ultra preset still manages 99 FPS. This suggests that at this resolution, the workload is balanced, but the CPU is likely providing enough data to keep the GPU well-fed. The gap between Low and Ultra is 115 FPS, which is considerable.

When moving to 2560x1440, the GPU load increases. The average frame rate for the Ultra preset drops to 73 FPS, while the Low preset remains at 157 FPS. The performance scaling is more linear here, indicating that the GPU is becoming the primary factor in dictating frame rates. The CPU is still capable of keeping up, as the drop from 1080p is not drastic.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. The Ultra preset produces only 47 FPS, and even the High preset barely clears 60 FPS. The performance gap between Low (101 FPS) and Ultra (47 FPS) is a 54 FPS drop, showing the significant strain that 4K puts on the RTX 3070. The CPU's role diminishes, as the sheer pixel throughput required by the GPU is the limiting factor. The data indicates that for this game, the GPU's memory bandwidth and processing power will determine playability at 4K, while the CPU is more than sufficient for all tested resolutions.

The Verdict

The benchmark results for Lockdown Protocol with the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 provide a clear verdict on its playability. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally capable, with all presets, including Ultra, achieving an average of 99 FPS, far exceeding the 60 FPS target. At 2560x1440, the system remains highly capable, with the Ultra preset averaging 73 FPS, which is comfortably above the playable threshold. The only caveat appears at 3840x2160, where the Ultra preset fails to reach 60 FPS with an average of 47 FPS. However, the High preset at this resolution delivers a playable 63 FPS average.

In summary, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol with high visual fidelity at 1080p and 1440p, and it can handle 4K on High or lower settings. The data confirms that 60 FPS is achievable in nearly all scenarios, with the only exception being the Ultra preset at 4K. This makes the combination a strong choice for high-refresh-rate gaming at standard resolutions and a viable option for 4K gaming with adjusted settings.