Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a strong 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with 4K requiring a settings compromise. The data shows the system is fully capable of exceeding the 60 FPS threshold at both lower resolutions even on the highest preset, while 4K playability depends on selecting Medium settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Ryzen 5 7600 sits in a tightly contested performance cluster. Its average benchmark score of 26324 places it within a 0.5% margin of its nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274, a mere 0.2% behind, making it effectively indistinguishable in multi-threaded workloads. The Intel Core i9-11900KF is 0.4% ahead with a score of 26212, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS trails by 0.3% at 26402. The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U, with a score of 26187, is 0.5% behind. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as the game's CPU demands are easily met by this tier of hardware. The Ryzen 5 7600's 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs reinforces that this is upper-midrange silicon with substantial headroom.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060's average score of 17639 puts it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 17666, a negligible 0.2% difference. The AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics is 0.3% behind at 17588, while the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 trail by 0.5% and 0.7% respectively. These comparisons are interesting because they show the RTX 4060's raw compute performance aligns with older or integrated solutions, yet in Lockdown Protocol the NVIDIA card pulls ahead due to its modern architecture and driver optimizations. The benchmark data indicates the GPU is the more variable component in this pairing, with its 61st percentile ranking suggesting that while it is not top-tier, it is positioned well above the median for gaming workloads.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern: the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU's role diminishes as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial, with average FPS dropping from 190.9 to 86.2. This wide spread indicates the GPU is working hard even at the lowest preset, and the CPU has enough headroom to feed it. The Ryzen 5 7600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides ample single-thread performance for the game's FPS mechanics, as evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 999 and passmark_single_thread score of 3910.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling is more pronounced. Low settings yield 137.9 FPS, while Ultra drops to 67 FPS. The 50.9% reduction from Low to Ultra at 1440p, compared to a 54.8% reduction at 1080p, shows the GPU becoming more dominant. At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the limiting factor. Low settings produce 88.2 FPS, but Ultra falls to 42.9 FPS, a 51.4% decrease. The CPU's influence is minimal at this resolution; the Ryzen 5 7600's 3dmark_max_threads score of 6503 and cinebench_r23_multicore score of 12735 are far beyond what the game requires, so the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become the decisive factors.

The preset scaling tells the same story. At 1080p, Medium (132.3 FPS) is 30.7% faster than High (116.8 FPS), while at 4K, Medium (66.3 FPS) is 25.6% faster than High (52.8 FPS). This consistent pattern across resolutions confirms that the GPU workload scales predictably, and the CPU never becomes a constraint. The data shows that players with this combo should prioritize GPU settings adjustments over CPU-related tweaks, as the processor has substantial headroom at every resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably across all presets. Low settings deliver an average of 190.9 FPS, which is far beyond any competitive need. Medium settings produce 132.3 FPS, still well above the 60 FPS playability threshold. High settings yield 116.8 FPS, and even Ultra maintains 86.2 FPS. All four presets clear the playable threshold with significant margin, making 1080p a resolution where the user has complete freedom to choose any visual quality level.

The 2560x1440 results show similar strength but with tighter margins at the top end. Low settings average 137.9 FPS, Medium achieves 101.9 FPS, and High reaches 85.2 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 67 FPS, which still clears the 60 FPS threshold but leaves less headroom for demanding scenes. The step from High to Ultra represents a 21.3% performance cost, from 85.2 to 67 FPS, which is a meaningful trade-off for the visual improvements.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes considerably. Low settings average 88.2 FPS, which is playable, and Medium produces 66.3 FPS, also above the threshold. High settings fall to 52.8 FPS, below the 60 FPS target, and Ultra drops further to 42.9 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 4K is 13.5 FPS, a 20.4% reduction, illustrating the significant cost of the High preset at this resolution. The data clearly shows that 4K requires a settings compromise: Low and Medium are viable, but High and Ultra are not.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and RTX 4060 combination ranks 2001st out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 53.9th percentile of all configurations tested, meaning it outperforms slightly more than half of the systems in the database. This ranking is respectable given the midrange positioning of both components. The CPU's 78th percentile ranking and the GPU's 61st percentile ranking suggest the combo performs near the expected level for its hardware tier.

The rank is particularly notable because Lockdown Protocol is a modern FPS with demanding graphics. A 53.9th percentile placement indicates that this system sits right at the median of tested configurations, which is a solid result for a midrange pairing. Many lower-ranked combos likely feature older GPUs or CPUs, while higher-ranked systems probably pair the RTX 4060 with a stronger processor or use higher-tier GPUs altogether. The data suggests that the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor in this pairing; a more powerful GPU would move the rank significantly higher, while a better CPU would yield diminishing returns.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol successfully, but the experience varies by resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold on all four presets, with Ultra achieving 86.2 FPS. This makes 1080p the most comfortable resolution, offering full visual fidelity without performance concerns. The 2560x1440 results are equally positive: all presets, including Ultra at 67 FPS, stay above the playable threshold. Players at 1440p can use any settings without worrying about frame rate.

The 4K verdict is more nuanced. The system achieves playable frame rates on Low (88.2 FPS) and Medium (66.3 FPS), but High (52.8 FPS) and Ultra (42.9 FPS) fall short of the 60 FPS target. The verdict data confirms this: the playable settings at 3840x2160 are Low and Medium only. For users who prioritize 4K output, Medium settings provide the best balance of visual quality and performance, though they will need to accept the lower preset. The 66.3 FPS average at Medium 4K is above the threshold but leaves limited headroom for intense combat sequences.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which delivers an average of 86.2 FPS. This gives players the full visual experience with a 26.2 FPS margin above the playability threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even during demanding scenes. The 1080p resolution is the clear sweet spot for this combination, offering maximum quality with comfortable performance.

For 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, achieving 67 FPS. This is a tighter margin than at 1080p, with only 7 FPS of headroom above the 60 FPS threshold, but it remains playable. Players who want extra safety margin could drop to High at 85.2 FPS, but the data shows Ultra is viable. The 1440p Ultra experience is the recommended configuration for users with 1440p monitors, as it balances visual fidelity with acceptable performance.

At 3840x2160, the best playable preset is Medium, which produces 66.3 FPS. This is the only resolution where the system cannot run the highest preset at playable frame rates. The Medium preset at 4K offers a reasonable balance, with 6.3 FPS of headroom above the threshold. Users with 4K displays should select Medium to maintain smooth gameplay; choosing High or Ultra will result in frame rates below the 60 FPS target, which is not recommended for a competitive FPS like Lockdown Protocol.