Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers frame rates well above the 60 FPS playability threshold across every resolution and preset tested in Lockdown Protocol. The data shows a combination that scales predictably from 1080p to 4K, with the most demanding Ultra preset maintaining comfortable headroom even at the highest resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which produces an average of 64 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset dips close to the threshold, yet it still clears it by a margin of 4 FPS. For players who prefer maximum visual fidelity at 4K, this setting remains viable, though the data suggests minimal headroom for demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset runs at an average of 99 FPS, comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS threshold while offering the highest quality settings. The gap between Ultra and High here is notable—High achieves 132 FPS—indicating that the GPU has significant reserves at this resolution, and Ultra is far from a compromise.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 135 FPS, the highest Ultra result across all resolutions. Even the most demanding configuration at 1080p leaves substantial performance on the table, with the Low preset reaching 290 FPS. The data indicates that at 1080p, the RTX 4070 SUPER is effectively unconstrained by the game’s demands, and the CPU becomes a more relevant factor.

The pattern across resolutions is clear: the RTX 4070 SUPER scales down gracefully as resolution increases, but even at 4K, the Ultra preset remains playable. For competitive play, the Medium presets at 1440p and 4K offer higher averages—151 FPS and 97 FPS respectively—which may be preferable for smoother motion, though the Ultra preset technically clears the threshold everywhere.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary driver of performance scaling, but the CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 290 (Low) down to 135 (Ultra), a spread of 155 FPS that is almost entirely attributable to GPU load changes. The Ryzen 5 9600X, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is clearly capable of feeding the RTX 4070 SUPER at these frame rates—the single-thread score of 1253 in 3DMark and 2183.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core suggest strong per-thread performance that avoids bottlenecking at high FPS.

At 2560x1440, the range tightens to 212 FPS (Low) down to 99 FPS (Ultra), a 113 FPS spread. The GPU is now doing more work per frame, but the CPU still has headroom—the data shows no signs of a CPU limit, as even the Ultra preset at 99 FPS is far below what the CPU could theoretically sustain based on its multi-threaded scores.

At 3840x2160, the spread narrows further: 137 FPS (Low) to 64 FPS (Ultra), a 73 FPS difference. Here, the GPU is the dominant constraint, as pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s 198.0 GPixel/s pixel rate and 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance are being fully taxed at 4K Ultra, while the CPU’s workload per frame remains relatively constant.

The scaling between resolutions tells a clear story: moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces average FPS by roughly 25-30% across presets, while moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it by another 35-40%. This consistent proportional drop indicates a GPU-bound system at higher resolutions, with the CPU’s influence diminishing as resolution increases. The Ryzen 5 9600X’s passmark_single_thread score of 4570 places it in the 81st percentile among all CPUs, reinforcing that it is not the limiting factor in this configuration.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X in synthetic benchmarks include several processors that would behave similarly in Lockdown Protocol. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores an average of 29656, a delta of 0.2%—essentially identical performance, meaning users upgrading from or comparing to this chip would see no meaningful FPS difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (avg score 29868, delta -0.5%) and AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT (avg score 29879, delta -0.6%) are also within a half percent, indicating that any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in this game. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (avg score 29955, delta -0.8%) is slightly ahead but still within the noise margin.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, the nearest GPU rivals are a mixed bag. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (avg score 43262, delta -0.1%) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (avg score 43268, delta -0.1%) are statistical ties in synthetic benchmarks, suggesting they would produce similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol despite their different market positions. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (avg score 43301, delta -0.2%) is also within a fraction of a percent. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (avg score 43667, delta -1%) is one percent slower in these benchmarks, which could translate to a few FPS difference in practice, though the desktop RTX 4070 SUPER retains its advantage in raw pixel throughput.

These rival comparisons suggest that the combo’s performance is not unique—several other pairings would land in the same ballpark. However, the specific combination of the Ryzen 5 9600X’s strong single-thread performance and the RTX 4070 SUPER’s high pixel rate is well-suited to Lockdown Protocol’s demands.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol at playable frame rates across all tested resolutions and presets. The verdictByResolution data is unambiguous: at 3840x2160, all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 64 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 99 FPS, providing substantial headroom. At 1920x1080, Ultra averages 135 FPS, and even the most demanding preset is far above the playability threshold.

The most demanding configuration—4K Ultra at 64 FPS—is the only scenario that approaches the 60 FPS line, but it does not cross it. For players who prioritize consistent high refresh rates over maximum visual quality, the Medium preset at 1440p (151 FPS) or 4K (97 FPS) offers a better balance. The data indicates that this combo is overqualified for 1080p, well-suited to 1440p, and perfectly capable at 4K with any preset.

The RTX 4070 SUPER’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game’s textures at all resolutions, and the Ryzen 5 9600X’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache helps maintain consistent frame pacing. No configuration in the measured data falls below the playable threshold, making this a versatile setup for Lockdown Protocol.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 64 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the tightest margin in the dataset, but it remains playable.

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

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 99 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that still offers strong performance. For higher frame rates, Medium averages 151 FPS and Low reaches 212 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the CPU’s influence is more visible, as frame rates range from 290 FPS (Low) to 135 FPS (Ultra). The Ryzen 5 9600X’s single-thread score of 4570 in PassMark indicates it can sustain these high frame rates without bottlenecking the GPU.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER better than the RTX 4090 Mobile for this game?

A: Based on synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 4070 SUPER has an average score of 43223, while the RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667—a -1% delta. The desktop card is slightly slower in these tests, meaning the mobile chip might edge out a few FPS, but the difference is negligible.

Q: What is the highest FPS achievable with this combo?

A: The maximum measured average is 290 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The highest minimum FPS recorded is 175 FPS at 1080p Medium, indicating consistent performance even in demanding scenes.

Q: Does the combo rank highly among tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 582nd out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the top 16% of all tested systems for Lockdown Protocol.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 582nd out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 15.7% of all tested systems, a strong showing for a mid-range desktop pairing. The rank reflects the GPU’s 83rd percentile standing among all GPUs and the CPU’s 81st percentile among all CPUs, both of which contribute to a balanced system.

The ranking suggests that while this combo is not at the absolute top tier—those spots are reserved for flagship CPUs paired with flagship GPUs—it outperforms the vast majority of tested configurations. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s 29995 PassMark G3D score and the Ryzen 5 9600X’s 30027 PassMark multithread score are both above average, and their combination in a game like Lockdown Protocol, which benefits from strong single-thread performance and high pixel throughput, yields a system that comfortably handles all presets.

The gap between this combo and the top-ranked systems is likely driven by GPU raw compute rather than CPU limitations, as the game’s FPS scaling with resolution demonstrates GPU-bound behavior at higher settings. For a 1440p or 4K gamer, this rank confirms that the combo delivers near-top-tier playability without requiring flagship hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160:

• Low: average 137 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: average 97 FPS, minimum 83 FPS, maximum 112 FPS
• High: average 85 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: average 64 FPS (no min/max recorded)

At 4K, the data shows a steep drop from Low to Ultra—a 73 FPS range—with Medium providing the only min/max readings in this resolution. The minimum of 83 FPS at Medium suggests that even in demanding scenes, this preset maintains solid performance well above the 60 FPS threshold.

2560x1440:

• Low: average 212 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: average 151 FPS, minimum 128 FPS, maximum 173 FPS
• High: average 132 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: average 99 FPS (no min/max recorded)

The 1440p results show a 113 FPS spread between Low and Ultra. The Medium preset’s minimum of 128 FPS indicates consistent frame delivery, with no dips below the playable threshold even in the most demanding moments captured.

1920x1080:

• Low: average 290 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: average 206 FPS, minimum 175 FPS, maximum 237 FPS
• High: average 180 FPS (no min/max recorded)
• Ultra: average 135 FPS (no min/max recorded)

At 1080p, the data reveals extraordinary headroom. The Medium preset’s minimum of 175 FPS is higher than the Ultra average at 1440p, and even the Ultra preset at 135 FPS exceeds what most displays can refresh. The Low preset’s 290 FPS average suggests the CPU and GPU are both operating well within their limits, with no single component approaching saturation.

The overall FPS breakdown confirms that this combo is never below 60 FPS in any tested configuration, with the lowest recorded minimum being 83 FPS at 4K Medium. The system’s performance is consistently strong across all resolutions, making it a reliable choice for Lockdown Protocol players who prioritize either visual fidelity or competitive frame rates.