Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination places in the 1323rd position out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, a ranking that places it in the upper 64th percentile of all tested systems. This is a solid, above-average position that reflects a balanced pairing capable of high refresh rate gameplay at most settings, though the data reveals clear limits at the most demanding configurations. The combo’s percentile ranking for both components reinforces this: the CPU sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 75th percentile among all GPUs, indicating a well-matched duo where neither component dramatically outclasses the other.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1323 out of 3714 means this system outperforms roughly two-thirds of all tested configurations in Lockdown Protocol. This is a strong result for a mid-range desktop pairing, placing it comfortably in the upper tier of systems capable of running the game at high settings. The ranking suggests that the combination of the Ryzen 5 8400F and RTX 3070 Ti delivers consistent performance across the board, with no single resolution or preset causing a catastrophic drop below playable thresholds.

Breaking down the component contributions, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 25005 places it at the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU’s average score of 29945 places it at the 75th percentile of all GPUs. These nearly identical percentile rankings indicate that the system is balanced; neither the processor nor the graphics card is a bottleneck in the aggregate. In practical terms, this means that at lower resolutions like 1920x1080, the GPU handles the heavy lifting, while at higher resolutions like 3840x2160, the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance (evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851) ensures frame delivery remains stable. The rank is not top-tier, but it is firmly in the upper-middle class of gaming systems for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for both components provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly in Lockdown Protocol. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is the closest match, with an average score of 24964, a mere 0.2% behind the 8400F’s 25005. This means a system with a Ryzen 5 7500F would deliver virtually identical frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core i7-11850H and Intel Core i7-13620H are also within 0.4% of the 8400F’s score, with averages of 24935 and 24911 respectively, though these are mobile processors that would typically be found in laptops rather than desktops. The AMD EPYC 9474F sits 0.4% ahead, but this is a server-class chip and not a relevant gaming alternative.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile is the closest rival, with an average score of 29928, a 0.1% difference from the RTX 3070 Ti’s 29945. This suggests that a laptop with an RTX 5070 Mobile would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The desktop alternatives include the AMD Radeon RX 6800, which scores 30095 (0.5% ahead), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, which scores 29783 (0.5% behind). The RX 6700 is 1.6% behind, indicating a slightly weaker option. For a gamer considering alternative hardware, these rivals represent the performance envelope within which the 8400F and RTX 3070 Ti operate, meaning any of these combinations would yield similar playable experiences at the same settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows distinct scaling patterns that clarify which component matters more at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: the average FPS drops from 224.1 to 104.9, a reduction of 119.2 FPS. This wide spread indicates that the GPU is the primary driver at this resolution, as the CPU has ample headroom (with a single-thread score of 3685 in Passmark) to feed frames quickly. The GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS of FP32 performance handles the increasing graphical load, while the CPU’s role diminishes.

At 2560x1440, the scaling tightens slightly: Low produces 163.2 FPS, while Ultra drops to 74.6 FPS. The gap between presets is 88.6 FPS, which is smaller than at 1080p but still significant. This suggests the GPU remains the bottleneck, but the CPU’s contribution becomes more noticeable as the resolution increases. At 3840x2160, the pattern shifts dramatically: Low yields 104.4 FPS, Medium 78.1 FPS, High 68.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 48.5 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 55.9 FPS, the smallest of all resolutions. This compression indicates that at 4K, both components are stretched, but the GPU is clearly the limiting factor—the RTX 3070 Ti’s 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth are taxed heavily at this resolution, while the CPU’s multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8757) is sufficient to keep up.

The verdict is clear: the GPU dominates performance scaling across all resolutions, but its influence is most pronounced at 1080p and 1440p. At 4K, the CPU’s role becomes more balanced, though the GPU still dictates whether Ultra settings are viable. For users targeting high refresh rates at 1080p or 1440p, the CPU is largely irrelevant; for 4K gaming, the CPU’s strong multi-threading prevents it from becoming a secondary bottleneck.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol at playable frame rates across all tested resolutions, but the ceiling varies. At 1920x1080, every preset—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clears the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 104.9 FPS. This is a fully playable experience at maximum settings with substantial headroom for competitive play. At 2560x1440, the same applies: all four presets exceed 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 74.6 FPS, providing a smooth experience at high settings. At 3840x2160, the situation changes: High, Medium, and Low all clear 60 FPS, with High averaging 68.4 FPS, but Ultra falls to 48.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Therefore, at 4K, users must stick to High settings or lower to maintain fluid gameplay.

The verdict by resolution is straightforward: 1080p and 1440p are fully playable at Ultra, while 4K is playable at High with a 68.4 FPS average, but not at Ultra. For a 60 Hz 4K display, High settings are the recommended ceiling. For 144 Hz or higher refresh displays at 1080p or 1440p, the Ultra presets provide ample frame rates to utilize the monitor’s capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides exact figures for each resolution and preset combination. At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 224.1 FPS, Medium 158.6 FPS, High 138.7 FPS, and Ultra 104.9 FPS. These numbers show a linear decline as graphical fidelity increases, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 119.2 FPS. At 2560x1440, the averages are 163.2 FPS for Low, 119.2 FPS for Medium, 104.9 FPS for High, and 74.6 FPS for Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra is 88.6 FPS, illustrating the increased resolution’s impact on the GPU. At 3840x2160, the averages are 104.4 FPS for Low, 78.1 FPS for Medium, 68.4 FPS for High, and 48.5 FPS for Ultra. The spread here is 55.9 FPS, the smallest of the three resolutions, indicating that 4K Ultra is the only configuration that fails to meet the 60 FPS threshold.

Notably, the 1080p High average of 138.7 FPS matches the 1440p High average of 104.9 FPS, showing a 33.8 FPS penalty for the resolution increase. Similarly, 1080p Ultra at 104.9 FPS matches 1440p High at 104.9 FPS, suggesting that moving from 1080p Ultra to 1440p High yields equivalent performance. At 4K, the High preset’s 68.4 FPS is 36.5 FPS lower than 1440p High’s 104.9 FPS, demonstrating the significant load that 4K places on the RTX 3070 Ti.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS defines the optimal configuration. At 1920x1080, Ultra is the best setting, delivering an average of 104.9 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate displays. At 2560x1440, Ultra also qualifies, with an average of 74.6 FPS, offering a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while maximizing visual quality. At 3840x2160, High is the best playable setting, with an average of 68.4 FPS. Ultra at 48.5 FPS falls short, so users at 4K should opt for High to maintain fluidity. These recommendations ensure that the game remains above the playable threshold while using the highest visual fidelity possible at each resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 the Ultra preset achieves an average of 104.9 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 2560x1440 to stay above 60 FPS?

A: Ultra is the best setting at 2560x1440, with an average of 74.6 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is 3840x2160 Ultra playable with this hardware?

A: No, at 3840x2160 Ultra averages 48.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings at 68.4 FPS are the highest playable option.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of overall performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F’s 24964, making them nearly identical in performance.

Q: What GPU rival performs most similarly to the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile is the closest rival, with an average score of 29928, just 0.1% behind the RTX 3070 Ti’s 29945.

Q: At which resolution does the GPU become the clear bottleneck?

A: At 3840x2160, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, as evidenced by the Ultra preset dropping to 48.5 FPS, while the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851) is sufficient to support lower presets like High at 68.4 FPS.