Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers an exceptionally strong performance profile for Lockdown Protocol, with measured data showing that this combination exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution and preset. Across all three resolutions—3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080—the benchmark results indicate that even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average frame rate well above the playable threshold, positioning this combo as a top-tier option for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the data shows a clear progression of average frame rates across the four settings presets. The Low preset delivers an average of 176.4 FPS, which drops to 124.6 FPS at Medium, 106.9 FPS at High, and 83.6 FPS at Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial—92.8 FPS—but even at the most demanding setting, the average remains comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This suggests that the RTX 4090 has significant headroom at 4K, with the Ultra preset only requiring about 47% of the performance headroom available at the Low preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern emerges with higher absolute numbers. The Low preset averages 272.3 FPS, Medium reaches 196.1 FPS, High achieves 170.2 FPS, and Ultra still holds at 125.7 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra here is 146.6 FPS, which is proportionally larger than at 4K. This indicates that at 1440p, the CPU and GPU combination has even more surplus performance, allowing the game to run at nearly double the playable threshold even at Ultra settings.

At 1920x1080, the measured averages climb further. The Low preset produces 358.4 FPS, Medium yields 260.7 FPS, High delivers 231.2 FPS, and Ultra maintains 169.3 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 189.1 FPS, the largest absolute gap across all resolutions. Notably, the 1080p Low preset approaches 360 FPS, which suggests the system is approaching a point where CPU limitations could begin to surface, although the data shows no such bottleneck in the average frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 83.6 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available in the test suite, and the data confirms it delivers a playable experience with a 23.6 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. Users seeking the best visual fidelity at 4K can confidently select Ultra without worrying about dropping below playable frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the best settings recommendation is again Ultra, achieving an average of 125.7 FPS. This provides more than double the playable threshold, giving users substantial headroom for demanding scenes or future content updates. The margin here is 65.7 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, which is a comfortable buffer for maintaining smooth gameplay.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is also the recommended choice, with an average of 169.3 FPS. This represents a 109.3 FPS margin above the playable threshold, making it the most comfortable situation across all three resolutions. The data indicates that at 1080p, the combination of the Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 4090 is essentially overkill for this game, as even the heaviest settings leave significant performance headroom.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling patterns across resolutions and presets reveal how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities in Lockdown Protocol. Comparing the same preset across resolutions shows the expected GPU-bound behavior: at High settings, the average FPS drops from 231.2 at 1080p to 170.2 at 1440p (a 26.4% reduction), and then to 106.9 at 4K (a further 37.2% reduction). This consistent degradation with increasing resolution indicates that the RTX 4090 is the primary performance driver, as higher resolutions impose greater demands on the GPU.

However, the preset scaling within each resolution tells a more nuanced story. At 4K, moving from Low to Ultra reduces average FPS from 176.4 to 83.6, a 52.6% drop. At 1440p, the same preset change reduces FPS from 272.3 to 125.7, a 53.8% drop. At 1080p, the reduction is from 358.4 to 169.3, a 52.8% drop. The remarkable consistency of these percentage reductions across all three resolutions suggests that the game's graphics settings have a uniform impact on GPU load, regardless of resolution. This uniformity indicates that neither the CPU nor GPU becomes disproportionately dominant at any tested resolution.

The Ryzen 5 9600X, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, appears sufficient to feed the RTX 4090 at all tested settings. The fact that 1080p Low reaches 358.4 FPS without the data showing a CPU bottleneck implies that the processor's single-thread performance—measured at 2183.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4570 in PassMark single-thread—is adequate for this game's demands. The CPU's percentile rank of 81 among all tested CPUs further supports its capability to keep pace with the flagship GPU.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has an average benchmark score of 29656, which is only 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 9600X's average of 29713. This means users with that processor would see virtually identical performance in CPU-bound scenarios. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, with a score of 29868, is 0.5% higher, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT at 29879 is 0.6% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS at 29955 is 0.8% higher. These deltas are all within 1%, indicating that any of these CPUs would produce nearly indistinguishable results when paired with the RTX 4090 in Lockdown Protocol.

For the GPU, the nearest rival data shows that the Intel Arc Pro A60 has an average benchmark score of 60326, which is exactly 0% different from the RTX 4090's 60347 average. This is a surprising result given the different architectures, but the data indicates their average benchmark scores align closely. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60140, just 0.3% lower, while the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61896, which is 2.5% higher, and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58657, which is 2.9% lower. Despite these, the RTX 4090's measured 4K Ultra performance of 83.6 FPS would likely be replicated by these alternatives within a small margin, though the data does not provide direct game-specific measurements for those GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this AMD Ryzen 5 9600X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 pairing ranks 68th out of 3714 total combos. This places it in the top 1.8% of all tested systems, which is consistent with the measured performance showing all resolutions and presets clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The rank of 68 indicates that there are 67 other combinations that achieve higher average performance, but given that this combo already exceeds 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, those higher-ranked systems are likely delivering even more extreme frame rates or supporting additional features.

The percentile positioning of the individual components supports this high ranking. The CPU sits at the 81st percentile among all processors, while the GPU is at the 88th percentile among all GPUs. When combined, these components produce a system that outperforms the vast majority of the 3714 tested configurations. The gap between this combo's rank and the top-ranked systems is likely attributable to more powerful CPUs that can push frame rates even higher at lower resolutions, though the data shows that at 4K, the RTX 4090's performance is the limiting factor.

The Verdict

This PC can definitively run Lockdown Protocol, and the data shows it can do so at the highest quality settings across all tested resolutions. At 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with Ultra achieving an average of 83.6 FPS. This exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin, making 4K Ultra a realistic option for users with high-refresh-rate 4K displays.

At 2560x1440, the system delivers even more headroom, with Ultra averaging 125.7 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even during intense action sequences typical of FPS games. The 1440p Ultra experience is the sweet spot for this combination, offering both high visual quality and substantial performance reserves.

At 1920x1080, the performance is nothing short of extraordinary, with Ultra averaging 169.3 FPS. This is nearly three times the playable threshold, making this combo ideal for competitive play on high-refresh-rate monitors. The data unequivocally confirms that this system handles Lockdown Protocol with ease, and the 60 FPS threshold is never challenged at any resolution or preset combination tested.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo achieves in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average is 358.4 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

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

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 83.6, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 9600X compare to its nearest CPU rival in average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has an average score of 29656, which is 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 9600X's 29713 average.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings average 272.3 FPS while Ultra averages 125.7 FPS, a difference of 146.6 FPS.

Q: What percentile does the RTX 4090 rank among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 4090 ranks at the 88th percentile among all GPUs based on its average benchmark score.

Q: How many total system combinations does this combo rank above?

A: This combo ranks 68th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it above 3646 other system configurations.

Q: Is there a resolution where the 60 FPS threshold is not met?

A: No, the data shows all presets at all three tested resolutions (1080p, 1440p, and 4K) exceed 60 FPS average.