Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with all tested settings at every resolution exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data indicates a system capable of handling the game's demands with significant headroom, though the performance scaling across presets reveals where the GPU's workload becomes the defining factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces triple-digit averages across the board. The Low preset reaches 324 FPS average, which is the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. Moving to Medium drops the average to 235.2 FPS, while High settings yield 206.9 FPS. The Ultra preset still maintains a robust 154.2 FPS average. The delta between Low and Ultra here is substantial, with Ultra representing a 52.4% reduction in frame rate compared to Low, indicating that the visual enhancements at this resolution come at a measurable cost.

At 2560x1440, the pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce a 244.7 FPS average, which remains exceptionally high for a 1440p resolution. Medium settings drop to 174.7 FPS, and High follows at 154.1 FPS. The Ultra preset delivers 111.9 FPS, still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable decline, with the Ultra preset losing roughly 27% of its frame rate when moving up in resolution.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4080 SUPER's capabilities are pushed further. Low settings still deliver a very playable 160.2 FPS average. Medium settings drop to 112.8 FPS, while High settings produce 95.6 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 71.9 FPS, which is the lowest average recorded in the dataset but still above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The transition from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep for the Ultra preset, which loses over 35% of its performance, underscoring the pixel-pushing demands of 4K rendering.

The data shows no minimum or maximum FPS values, only averages, so variance cannot be assessed. However, the consistent averages above 71 FPS across all configurations suggest that frame pacing remains stable enough for smooth gameplay even in the most demanding scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 238th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 6.4% of all configurations evaluated. This percentile positioning indicates that the Ryzen 5 7600X and RTX 4080 SUPER pairing sits well above the median performer, though it is not at the absolute apex of the leaderboard. The rank reflects the combined CPU-GPU synergy for this specific title, where the GPU's raw throughput at 4K and the CPU's strong single-thread performance at lower resolutions both contribute to the overall standing.

The CPU itself holds the 79th percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits at the 86th percentile among all graphics cards. The combo rank being lower than both individual component percentiles suggests that Lockdown Protocol may not fully saturate the capabilities of either part, or that other combinations with higher-tier components (such as flagship GPUs or higher-core-count CPUs) achieve better frame rates in this specific workload. Still, a 238th place finish out of 3714 is a strong result, indicating that this system will not be a bottleneck for the vast majority of players.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearestRivals data for the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X delivers an average benchmark score of 27578, which is a 0.2% delta from the Ryzen 5 7600X's 27636 average. The Intel Core i5-12600K matches that same average score of 27578, also with a 0.2% delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, which is 0.3% higher than the 7600X, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535, representing a 0.4% deficit. These four processors would behave nearly identically to the 7600X in Lockdown Protocol, with performance differences that are within measurement noise. Any of these CPUs paired with the RTX 4080 SUPER would yield similar frame rates.

On the GPU side, the nearestRivals list shows the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with an average score of 54247, a 0.1% deficit from the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209 average. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 2.7% higher mark. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, representing a 2.8% advantage. These delta values are all within a 3% band, meaning that swapping the RTX 4080 SUPER for any of these alternatives would produce frame rates that differ by only a few percentage points in Lockdown Protocol. The RTX 4080 non-SUPER is the closest match, with nearly identical performance, while the AMD options would offer slightly higher or lower results depending on the specific model.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows a 71.9 FPS average at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest frame rate this combo achieves in the dataset?

A: The highest recorded average is 324 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 in this context?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, which is a 0.1% delta from the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209, indicating near-identical performance.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7600X a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The combo ranks 238th out of 3714, and the CPU sits at the 79th percentile, so while it is not a top-tier processor, the overall frame rates across all resolutions suggest no significant bottleneck at the tested settings.

Q: Which settings should be used for 1440p gaming?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce a 111.9 FPS average, which is well above the playable threshold, so the most demanding preset is fully viable.

Q: Does the game scale well between Low and Ultra presets?

A: The scaling is consistent but steep; at 1080p, Ultra is 52.4% slower than Low, and at 4K, Ultra is 55.1% slower, indicating that visual quality settings have a major impact on performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals distinct roles for the CPU and GPU in Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, the Low preset hits 324 FPS, a figure that is likely constrained by CPU single-thread performance rather than GPU throughput. The Ryzen 5 7600X's strong single-core benchmark score of 4135 in Passmark supports this interpretation, as the CPU must feed frames fast enough to sustain such high rates. The drop to 154.2 FPS at Ultra settings at the same resolution shows that the GPU becomes more involved as rendering complexity increases, but the CPU remains the primary limiter at the highest frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the GPU's workload grows, but the CPU still has headroom. The Low preset at 244.7 FPS and Ultra at 111.9 FPS indicate that the GPU is now the dominant factor, as the resolution increase places more pressure on pixel throughput. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to handle the increased data demands, and the frame rates scale predictably with the resolution change from 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the limiting component. The Ultra preset drops to 71.9 FPS, a 35.7% reduction from the 1440p Ultra result. This steep decline is typical of 4K rendering, where the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth are taxed heavily. The CPU's role diminishes further, as the frame rates are low enough that even a slower processor could likely keep up. The data shows that at 4K, the RTX 4080 SUPER is the sole determinant of performance, while at 1080p, the Ryzen 5 7600X's single-thread capabilities are more relevant.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, with an average of 71.9 FPS. This is the only resolution where Ultra dips below 100 FPS, but it still clears the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers a 111.9 FPS average, making it the clear choice for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The High preset at 154.1 FPS offers a higher frame rate for competitive play, but Ultra remains fully viable.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves a 154.2 FPS average, which is well above the playable threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. Low settings push this to 324 FPS for esports-style play, but the Ultra preset provides the best visual experience while still delivering over 150 FPS. Across all resolutions, the most demanding preset is always the recommended choice, as the RTX 4080 SUPER and Ryzen 5 7600X combination has enough headroom to maintain playable frame rates at maximum settings.