Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a wide range of performance in Lockdown Protocol, scaling from a demanding 4K Ultra experience that struggles to hit 60 FPS down to a blistering 1080p Low run that nearly doubles the refresh-rate threshold. Measured data shows the pairing is most comfortable at 1440p and 1080p, where it clears the 60 FPS playability mark across all tested presets, while 4K requires dropping to Medium or Low settings to maintain smooth gameplay. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, the balance between CPU and GPU workload, and how this specific combo ranks among the thousands of configurations tested.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol covers three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a complete picture of how the Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 4060 handle the game. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, frame rates are exceptionally high across the board. Low settings produce an average of 191.8 FPS, which is the single highest figure recorded for this combo. Medium settings drop that to 134.1 FPS, a 30% reduction from Low. High settings yield 117.6 FPS, while Ultra settings still manage a strong 89.7 FPS. All four 1080p presets significantly exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold, with even the most demanding preset maintaining 89.7 FPS on average. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 53% performance loss, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes substantial rendering costs but leaves ample headroom for competitive play.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance picture remains solid but begins to show the RTX 4060’s limits. Low settings deliver 137 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh monitors. Medium settings produce 100.6 FPS, High settings yield 83.5 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 63.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, with only a 3.4 FPS margin above playability. This suggests that while the game runs smoothly, any minor scene complexity spike could push average frame rates below 60. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 73.6 FPS, a 54% drop that mirrors the 1080p scaling pattern. Notably, the 1440p Ultra result of 63.4 FPS is only 6.7 FPS lower than the 1080p High result of 117.6 FPS, indicating that resolution scaling has a less dramatic impact than preset changes at these settings.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4060’s 8 GB memory capacity and 128-bit bus begin to constrain performance. Low settings produce 88.4 FPS, which remains comfortably above 60 FPS. Medium settings drop to 65.2 FPS, still playable but with a thinner margin. High settings fall to 57 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold, and Ultra settings plummet to 43.4 FPS, a figure that would feel sluggish in a fast-paced FPS. The 4K scaling is steep: Low to Ultra represents a 51% performance reduction, consistent with other resolutions. However, the absolute numbers reveal that 4K Ultra is simply not viable for this combo, while 4K High falls short by 3 FPS on average. The gap between 1440p Ultra (63.4 FPS) and 4K High (57 FPS) is only 6.4 FPS, suggesting that the game’s 4K High preset is nearly as demanding as 1440p Ultra, likely due to fill-rate and memory bandwidth pressure.

Across all resolutions, the data shows a consistent pattern: Low settings always deliver the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra in descending order. The 1080p Low result of 191.8 FPS is 2.2 times faster than the 4K Low result of 88.4 FPS, while 1080p Ultra at 89.7 FPS is 2.1 times faster than 4K Ultra at 43.4 FPS. This proportionality indicates that Lockdown Protocol scales predictably with resolution, with no unexpected bottlenecks or optimization quirks. Min and max FPS values are not provided in the measured data, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates, which still offer a reliable indicator of overall performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

Determining which component plays a larger role in Lockdown Protocol requires examining how frame rates scale across resolutions and presets. The Ryzen 5 9600X, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, posts strong synthetic scores including a Cinebench R23 multicore result of 17528.5 and a single-core score of 2183.5. Its 3DMark single-thread score of 1253 and 16-thread score of 7585 indicate robust CPU throughput. The RTX 4060, by comparison, delivers a PassMark G3D score of 19545 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 95057, suggesting a capable mid-range GPU. In Lockdown Protocol, the measured FPS data reveals how these components share the workload.

At 1080p with Low settings, the CPU likely becomes the primary constraint, as the GPU has relatively little work to do. The 191.8 FPS average suggests the Ryzen 5 9600X can feed frames at a high rate, but the game’s engine may be hitting CPU limits at this extreme frame rate. Moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p, the frame rate drops from 191.8 to 89.7 FPS, a 102.1 FPS reduction that is almost entirely attributable to increased GPU workload from higher-quality shadows, textures, and post-processing effects. This indicates that at 1080p, the GPU dominates the performance difference between presets, while the CPU maintains a consistent baseline.

At 2560x1440, the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced. The RTX 4060 must render 1.78 times as many pixels as 1080p, and the frame rate drops accordingly. Low settings at 1440p produce 137 FPS, which is 54.8 FPS lower than 1080p Low. This 29% reduction in frame rate for a 78% increase in pixel count shows that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor, though the CPU still has headroom to push beyond 137 FPS if the GPU could keep up. The 1440p Ultra result of 63.4 FPS, compared to 1080p Ultra at 89.7 FPS, represents a 26.3 FPS drop. This narrower absolute difference at Ultra settings suggests that the GPU is saturated at both resolutions, and the CPU’s role diminishes as the GPU struggles to maintain frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unambiguously the dominant component. The RTX 4060 must process 4 times the pixels of 1080p, and its 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth becomes a critical constraint. Low settings at 4K produce 88.4 FPS, which is 46.6 FPS lower than 1080p Low. This 48% reduction in frame rate for a 4x pixel increase indicates that the GPU’s compute and memory bandwidth are heavily taxed. The 4K Ultra result of 43.4 FPS, compared to 1080p Ultra at 89.7 FPS, shows a 46.3 FPS drop, confirming that the GPU is the sole bottleneck at this resolution. The Ryzen 5 9600X’s single-thread performance, which is in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, is more than sufficient to feed the GPU at 4K, as evidenced by the relatively smooth scaling from 1440p to 4K.

The verdict is clear: at 1080p, the CPU and GPU share the load more evenly, with the GPU determining preset scaling. At 1440p, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, especially at Ultra settings. At 4K, the GPU is almost entirely responsible for frame rates, and the CPU’s impact is negligible. Players with this combo should prioritize GPU settings when playing at 4K, while at 1080p, they can afford to maximize CPU-bound features like draw distance or physics without sacrificing frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination holds a combo rank of 1993 out of 3714 total tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 46th percentile, meaning roughly 54% of all tested configurations perform better. The ranking reflects the RTX 4060’s position as a mid-range GPU—it sits in the 61st percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 17639—paired with a strong CPU that ranks in the 81st percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 29713. The combination of a high-tier CPU and mid-tier GPU creates a system that is CPU-heavy for most games, but in Lockdown Protocol, the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Ryzen 5 9600X’s performance is closely matched by several AMD processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has an average score of 29656, which is 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 9600X. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H scores 29868, 0.5% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 29879, 0.6% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS scores 29955, 0.8% higher. These delta percentages are all within 1%, indicating that the Ryzen 5 9600X is essentially tied with these rivals in synthetic benchmarks, and the choice between them would have negligible impact on Lockdown Protocol frame rates. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth are competitive, but the game’s performance is not CPU-bound at 1440p or 4K.

For the GPU, the RTX 4060’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7790 with an average score of 17666 (0.2% higher), the AMD Radeon 780M at 17588 (0.3% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro 560 at 17551 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 at 17509 (0.7% lower). These comparisons are striking because they show the RTX 4060 performing nearly identically to older and lower-tier GPUs in synthetic benchmarks, despite its Ada Lovelace architecture and 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. However, in Lockdown Protocol, the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 24 RT cores provide features that older GPUs lack, which may influence real-world performance beyond what synthetic scores capture.

The combo rank of 1993 out of 3714 suggests that while this system can run Lockdown Protocol, it is not among the top performers. For comparison, a combo in the top 10% would likely feature a higher-tier GPU like an RTX 4070 or above, along with a similarly strong CPU. The Ryzen 5 9600X’s excellent CPU benchmarks do not translate into a high combo rank because the game’s GPU demands dominate at higher resolutions. Players using this combo should expect mid-pack performance, with the ability to play at 1080p and 1440p with high frame rates, but they will need to compromise at 4K.

The Verdict

The data clearly answers whether this PC can run Lockdown Protocol: yes, but with resolution-dependent caveats. The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and the verdict by resolution reveals which settings meet this criterion. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable. The best settings at 1080p are Ultra, which delivers an average of 89.7 FPS. This is 29.7 FPS above the playable threshold, providing a comfortable margin for smooth gameplay even during intense firefights. At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable, with Ultra being the best settings at 63.4 FPS. However, the margin is thin—only 3.4 FPS above 60—so players who prefer consistent frame rates might choose High at 83.5 FPS instead. At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium settings are playable. Low delivers 88.4 FPS, and Medium delivers 65.2 FPS. High falls short at 57 FPS, and Ultra is not viable at 43.4 FPS. The best settings at 4K are Medium, with an average of 65.2 FPS.

The verdictByResolution data confirms these findings. For 4K, the playable settings are Low and Medium, with Medium as the best option at 65.2 FPS. For 1440p, all settings are playable, and Ultra is the best at 63.4 FPS. For 1080p, all settings are playable, and Ultra is the best at 89.7 FPS. This means the Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 4060 can run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p and 1440p with full visual quality, while 4K requires dropping to Medium settings. The 57 FPS result at 4K High is the only disappointing figure, falling just 3 FPS short of playability, which could potentially be overcome with minor tweaks like disabling specific effects, though the data does not provide such options.

In practical terms, this combo is well-suited for competitive play at 1080p, where the 89.7 FPS Ultra result provides high refresh-rate capability. At 1440p, players can enjoy Ultra settings on 60 Hz monitors, but those with 144 Hz displays would need to drop to High or Medium to take full advantage of the refresh rate. At 4K, the system is limited to Medium settings, which still look good but lack the visual fidelity of High or Ultra. Overall, the verdict is positive: this PC runs the game at 1080p and 1440p without compromises, and at 4K with reasonable settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with High settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 57, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings are the highest playable preset at 4K, delivering 65.2 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 63.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the best settings for 1440p, though the margin is slim.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, 0.3% lower, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551, 0.5% lower.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the GPU becomes the primary factor when changing presets, with frame rates dropping from 191.8 FPS on Low to 89.7 FPS on Ultra. The CPU provides a strong baseline, but the GPU workload determines the final frame rate.

Q: What is the combo rank of this system in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 4060 combination ranks 1993 out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the performance distribution.

Q: Can this PC achieve 60 FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 89.7, which is 29.7 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the best settings preset at 1080p.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS varies by resolution, based on the measured data. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which delivers an average of 89.7 FPS. This is the highest quality preset available and maintains a comfortable 29.7 FPS margin above the playable threshold. Players can enjoy maximum visual fidelity at 1080p without any performance concerns. At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 63.4 FPS. This barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, but it does meet the playability criterion. For players who prefer a larger safety margin, High settings at 83.5 FPS would be a more conservative choice, but Ultra remains technically playable. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Medium, which produces an average of 65.2 FPS. Low settings at 4K deliver 88.4 FPS, but Medium offers better visual quality while still exceeding 60 FPS. High settings at 4K fall short at 57 FPS, so Medium is the optimal choice for 4K gaming with this combo.

These best settings represent the maximum quality preset that maintains playable frame rates. At 1080p and 1440p, the system can handle the full Ultra preset, indicating that the RTX 4060 has sufficient performance for this game at those resolutions. At 4K, the Medium preset is the ceiling, and players must accept reduced visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay. The data does not include min or max FPS values, so the average figures should be interpreted as the central tendency, with potential for dips below 60 FPS in demanding scenes, particularly at 1440p Ultra where the margin is only 3.4 FPS. For the most consistent experience, players at 1440p might prefer High settings, while 4K players should stick with Medium to avoid frame rate drops. The Ryzen 5 9600X’s strong CPU performance ensures that these frame rates are not limited by processor bottlenecks, making the GPU the deciding factor in all cases.