Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is a well-established combination from the 2019 era, but in the context of the 2024 release of Lockdown Protocol, the recorded data shows a system that is still very capable, albeit with clear limitations at higher resolutions. This combination ranks at 2725 out of 3714 tested combos in the database, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all tested configurations for this specific title. The ranking indicates a system that will handle the game comfortably at standard resolutions, but which will require careful settings management for 4K displays.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this combo at 2725 out of 3714 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This position is not at the top of the charts, but it is far from the bottom. The percentile ranking of 73.4% means that roughly a quarter of all tested systems outperform this pairing, while a significant majority of systems will deliver lower frame rates. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing where the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, but the CPU still provides enough headroom to avoid being a bottleneck at lower settings.

The rank is a composite measure. The CPU itself holds an 84th percentile ranking against all CPUs in the database, showing that the eight-core, sixteen-thread Zen 2 processor remains a solid performer. The GPU, however, holds a 59th percentile ranking against all GPUs, which pulls the overall combo rank down. In practical terms, the system is built around a still-strong processor and a mid-range graphics card that is showing its age in this specific title.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data shows that the playable threshold of 60 FPS is achievable at all three tested resolutions, but the quality settings that can be used vary significantly.

At 3840x2160, the only setting that stays above the 60 FPS threshold is Low. The recorded average at Low is 74.6 FPS. Moving up to Medium drops the average to 52.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. High and Ultra are not viable at this resolution, with averages of 48.5 FPS and 37.3 FPS respectively. For a 4K display, users must accept Low settings to maintain smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the system has more headroom. The best setting that stays above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 69.5 FPS. Low and Medium also clear the threshold, with averages of 117.2 FPS and 82.3 FPS respectively. Ultra falls below the line at 53.8 FPS. The recommended setting for 1440p is High, which balances visual quality with performance.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable. All four settings clear the 60 FPS threshold. Low delivers 155.8 FPS, Medium delivers 110.7 FPS, High delivers 99.2 FPS, and Ultra delivers 70.6 FPS. The best setting is Ultra, which remains above 60 FPS and provides the highest visual quality available in the game. This resolution is where the combo performs best.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals distinct patterns regarding which component matters more at each resolution. The scaling between resolutions and presets shows a classic GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, with the CPU becoming less of a factor as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant constraint. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 37.3 FPS, a massive gap that highlights how much the graphics card struggles under load. The CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by the fact that even at Low settings, the system only reaches 74.6 FPS. The GPU is clearly the limiting factor here.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly. The gap between Low and Ultra is 63.4 FPS, which is larger in absolute terms but proportionally similar to the 4K results. The system shows more capability at this resolution, with High settings delivering 69.5 FPS. This suggests that the GPU is still the primary constraint, but the CPU is beginning to have a measurable impact on frame rates.

At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes more relevant. The gap between Low and Ultra is 85.2 FPS, the largest absolute difference across all resolutions. The fact that Low settings produce 155.8 FPS indicates that the CPU can push very high frame rates when the GPU is not the bottleneck. The Ryzen 7 3700X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is capable of feeding the RX 5700 XT effectively at this resolution. The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is balanced, but at 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the clear limiting factor.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users looking at near-identical performance, the database provides several comparable options for both components.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals are all within a fraction of a percent of the Ryzen 7 3700X's average benchmark score of 34260. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 34222, a 0.1% difference. The AMD EPYC 4244P scores 34220, also a 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i5-13450HX scores 34333, which is 0.2% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H scores 34083, a 0.5% difference. Any of these processors would deliver nearly identical performance in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the GPU remains the same.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals to the RX 5700 XT's average score of 16361 are similarly close. The AMD Radeon Pro 5600M scores 16351, a 0.1% difference. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16408, which is 0.3% higher. The AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16415, also 0.3% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16504, a 0.9% difference. These alternatives would produce very similar frame rates in this game, although the professional and workstation-oriented cards may have different driver characteristics.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured average frame rates is as follows.

At 3840x2160, the system delivers 37.3 FPS on Ultra, 48.5 FPS on High, 52.9 FPS on Medium, and 74.6 FPS on Low. The progression is linear, with each step down in quality providing a significant boost to performance.

At 2560x1440, the results are 53.8 FPS on Ultra, 69.5 FPS on High, 82.3 FPS on Medium, and 117.2 FPS on Low. The jump from Ultra to High is 15.7 FPS, while the jump from High to Medium is 12.8 FPS, and the jump from Medium to Low is 34.9 FPS. The largest gain comes from dropping from Medium to Low.

At 1920x1080, the results are 70.6 FPS on Ultra, 99.2 FPS on High, 110.7 FPS on Medium, and 155.8 FPS on Low. The gap between Ultra and High is 28.6 FPS, which is substantial. The gap between High and Medium is 11.5 FPS, and the gap between Medium and Low is 45.1 FPS. The system is clearly capable of very high frame rates at 1080p when settings are lowered.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p with all settings maxed out?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system averages 70.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gameplay?

A: High is the best setting at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 69.5 FPS. Ultra falls below the playable threshold at 53.8 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this combination?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings. The system averages 74.6 FPS at 3840x2160 with Low settings. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 34260. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, scores 34222, a 0.1% difference, while the Intel Core i5-13450HX is 0.2% faster with a score of 34333.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RX 5700 XT has an average benchmark score of 16361. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16408, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16415, also 0.3% higher.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of the GPU?

A: The RX 5700 XT is in the 59th percentile against all GPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms 59% of all tested graphics cards.

The Verdict

The data shows that this combination can run Lockdown Protocol, but the experience depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all settings clearing the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings deliver 70.6 FPS, which is a smooth and visually rich experience. This is the resolution where this combo shines.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable but with fewer options. High settings deliver 69.5 FPS, which is above the threshold, but Ultra falls to 53.8 FPS. Users with 1440p monitors should use High settings for the best balance of quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system is only playable at Low settings, which deliver 74.6 FPS. Any higher quality setting drops below the 60 FPS threshold. The verdict is that this PC is a solid choice for 1080p gaming, a good choice for 1440p with adjusted settings, and a marginal choice for 4K. The CPU holds up well, but the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.