Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti presents a well-balanced combination for Lockdown Protocol, a 2024-released FPS title. The recorded data, drawn from the database’s measured FPS results, shows this system delivering strong performance across most resolutions and presets. The CPU, an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 2 part, and the GPU, an Ampere-based card with 8 GB of GDDR6X memory, together form a setup that handles the game’s demands with clear headroom at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K requires some settings adjustment. This analysis breaks down the component roles, ranking position, comparable alternatives, exact frame rates, and the optimal settings for each resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this combination achieve 60 FPS at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, at 4K the system stays above 60 FPS on High, Low, and Medium presets. The High preset records an average of 66.9 FPS, while Medium averages 77.1 FPS and Low reaches 104.5 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below the playable threshold with an average of 51.4 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p based on the data?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 75 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Since the database lists Ultra as the highest tested preset, this is the best choice for visual quality while maintaining smooth performance.

Q: How does the CPU’s benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 34260. This places it nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, which scores 34222, and the AMD EPYC 4244P at 34220. The Intel Core i5-13450HX scores 34333, a 0.2 percent difference, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H scores 34083, a 0.5 percent difference. All rivals are within one percent, indicating very similar overall CPU performance.

Q: Is the RTX 3070 Ti significantly faster than its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 29945. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile scores 29928, a 0.1 percent difference, and the RTX 2080 Ti scores 29783, a 0.5 percent difference. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30095, which is 0.5 percent higher, and the RX 6700 scores 30433, which is 1.6 percent higher. The differences are small, so performance would be similar across these cards.

Q: What FPS can be expected at 1080p with the High preset?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system averages 137.9 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience for fast-paced FPS gameplay.

Q: Does the system perform better at 1440p than 4K?

A: Yes, the data shows a clear scaling trend. At 1440p, the Ultra preset averages 75 FPS, while at 4K the same preset averages 51.4 FPS. Moving from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, the frame rates drop consistently, indicating that higher resolutions place a heavier load on the GPU.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded FPS data across resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU each contribute to Lockdown Protocol’s performance. At 1080p, the system is likely more CPU-bound, as the GPU has ample headroom to render frames quickly. The difference between Low and Ultra presets at 1920x1080 is significant: Low averages 205.4 FPS, while Ultra averages 107 FPS. This 98.4 FPS gap shows that graphical settings heavily influence the load on the GPU, but even at Ultra, the frame rate remains high, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU adequately.

At 1440p, the scaling continues. Low averages 163 FPS, Medium averages 116.4 FPS, High averages 102.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 75 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by roughly 20 to 30 percent at each preset, which points to the GPU becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases. The CPU still keeps up, as the frame rates do not collapse, but the GPU is clearly doing more work.

At 4K, the GPU’s role becomes dominant. Low averages 104.5 FPS, Medium averages 77.1 FPS, High averages 66.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 51.4 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra at 4K is 15.5 FPS, the largest preset gap at that resolution, indicating that Ultra’s additional graphical demands push the GPU past its comfort zone. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, likely has spare capacity here, as the frame rates are primarily dictated by the GPU’s rendering speed.

The data implies that at 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 3070 Ti is the stronger component, but the Ryzen 7 3700X does not bottleneck it. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, especially on Ultra, where the system cannot maintain 60 FPS. For players targeting high refresh rates at 1080p, the CPU and GPU work together effectively, while at 4K, reducing settings to High or Medium shifts the balance back to a playable range.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database’s tested combinations, this CPU and GPU pairing ranks 1357 out of 3714 total combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the upper third of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a majority of alternatives. The percentile for the CPU alone is 84, indicating that the Ryzen 7 3700X is stronger than 84 percent of all CPUs in the database. The GPU’s percentile is 75, so it is stronger than 75 percent of all GPUs.

The combination’s rank reflects a balanced pairing rather than an extreme one. The CPU’s high percentile suggests it is not the weak link, while the GPU’s slightly lower percentile shows it is still a capable part. In practical terms, this rank means the system should handle most games well, and for Lockdown Protocol specifically, the measured FPS confirms that it exceeds the 60 FPS threshold at most settings. The rank also implies that some combinations with faster GPUs or newer CPUs might score higher, but this pairing remains a solid mid-to-high tier option.

The data shows that the combo’s performance is consistent with its component scores. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 34260 and the GPU’s average benchmark score of 29945 both sit near the median of their respective ranges, and the in-game rank reflects that balance. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, which appears to scale well with GPU power, the RTX 3070 Ti’s role is more critical, but the CPU’s strong single-thread and multi-thread scores ensure that frame pacing stays stable.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a sense of what other hardware would deliver comparable results. For the Ryzen 7 3700X, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 34222, which is 0.1 percent lower, making it essentially identical in overall performance. The AMD EPYC 4244P scores 34220, also a 0.1 percent difference. On the Intel side, the Core i5-13450HX scores 34333, which is 0.2 percent higher, and the Core Ultra 7 165H scores 34083, which is 0.5 percent lower. All four rivals fall within a narrow band, so swapping the CPU for any of these would produce nearly the same frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the GPU remains unchanged.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile scores 29928, just 0.1 percent below the RTX 3070 Ti. The RTX 2080 Ti scores 29783, a 0.5 percent difference, meaning it would perform similarly. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30095, which is 0.5 percent higher, and the RX 6700 scores 30433, which is 1.6 percent higher. These differences are small, so in practice, the frame rates at each resolution and preset would be within a few FPS of the recorded numbers. A system with the Ryzen 7 3700X and any of these GPUs would likely hit the same playable settings: 4K High, 1440p Ultra, and 1080p Ultra.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database records average FPS values for each resolution and preset combination, with no minimum or maximum values reported. At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 205.4 FPS, the Medium preset averages 163.4 FPS, the High preset averages 137.9 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 107 FPS. These numbers show that even at the highest settings, the system more than doubles the 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p the most comfortable resolution for this combo.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 163 FPS, the Medium preset averages 116.4 FPS, the High preset averages 102.7 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 75 FPS. The Ultra preset still clears the playable threshold by 15 FPS, so 1440p offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance. The gap between Low and Ultra is 88 FPS, which highlights the GPU’s sensitivity to settings at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 104.5 FPS, the Medium preset averages 77.1 FPS, the High preset averages 66.9 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 51.4 FPS. The High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, while Ultra falls below by 8.6 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a 53.1 FPS drop, the largest absolute difference across all resolutions, confirming that 4K pushes the GPU to its limits.

The data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases, the frame rate drops, and as settings become more demanding, the frame rate drops further. The system’s performance at 1080p is exceptional, at 1440p it is strong, and at 4K it requires a trade-off between quality and smoothness.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol smoothly at most settings. At 1920x1080, all four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest being Ultra at 107 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets also stay above 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 75 FPS. At 3840x2160, the High, Medium, and Low presets all average above 60 FPS, but Ultra drops to 51.4 FPS, making it unplayable by the database’s standard.

The verdict by resolution is clear. For 4K, the best playable setting is High, which averages 66.9 FPS. For 1440p, the best playable setting is Ultra, averaging 75 FPS. For 1080p, the best playable setting is also Ultra, averaging 107 FPS. The system is fully capable of running the game at high frame rates for most users, with the only caveat being 4K Ultra, which requires lowering the preset to High for a smooth experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is derived from the measured data. At 3840x2160, High is the best choice, averaging 66.9 FPS, which keeps the frame rate above the playable threshold while offering higher visual quality than Medium or Low. At 2560x1440, Ultra is the best choice, averaging 75 FPS, providing the maximum graphical detail without sacrificing smoothness. At 1920x1080, Ultra is also the best, averaging 107 FPS, which leaves substantial headroom for competitive play.

These settings represent the optimal balance between visual fidelity and performance for this specific CPU and GPU combination. Players who prefer higher frame rates could choose lower presets, such as Low at 1080p for 205.4 FPS, but the database’s recommendation focuses on the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS. For most users, the Ultra preset at 1080p and 1440p will offer the best experience, while 4K users should stick with High to avoid the frame rate dropping below 60 FPS.