Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT delivers a highly capable Lockdown Protocol experience, but the limits of the combination appear clearly at 4K Ultra settings. Benchmark data confirms that this system is firmly playable at 1080p and 1440p across every preset, while 4K requires a settings compromise to maintain smooth performance. The data shows a strong, well-balanced pairing where the GPU handles the heavy lifting at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combination show a clear progression from 1080p to 4K, with the GPU scaling predictably as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all settings. The Low preset produces an average of 219.4 FPS, while Medium reaches 154.7 FPS and High hits 136.8 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 100.4 FPS, comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the RX 7700 XT is never the limiting factor, and the system has substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected cost of additional pixels. The Low preset averages 158.7 FPS, which drops to 114.1 FPS at Medium and 100 FPS at High. The Ultra preset still manages an average of 73.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and remains entirely playable. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is roughly 85 FPS, indicating that the GPU has enough bandwidth to handle the increased load without collapsing.

The most demanding scenario is 3840x2160, where the system begins to show its limitations. At Low settings, the average FPS is 100.8, which is still excellent for 4K gaming. Medium settings drop to 72.8 FPS, and High settings fall to 63.9 FPS — still playable but with less headroom. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 47.2 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS threshold. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset where the combination fails to maintain playable performance. The data indicates a steep drop-off between High and Ultra at 4K, suggesting that the Ultra preset introduces rendering costs that the GPU cannot fully absorb at this resolution.

Across all resolutions, the measured FPS data shows no min or max values, only averages. The variance between settings is substantial: at 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 119 FPS, at 1440p it is 85.1 FPS, and at 4K it is 53.6 FPS. This scaling pattern demonstrates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, with the CPU maintaining sufficient headroom even at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT combination ranks 1483rd out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the top 40% of all configurations tested, which is a solid result for a mid-range pairing. The percentile data reinforces this: the CPU sits in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 67th percentile among all GPUs. The CPU's higher percentile ranking suggests that the processor is relatively stronger compared to its peers than the graphics card is compared to its own peers.

The rank of 1483 out of 3714 indicates that this combo outperforms roughly 60% of all tested systems. This is notable because the CPU and GPU are not flagship components; they are mid-range offerings that punch above their weight class. The combination's performance in Lockdown Protocol benefits from the game's apparent scalability, as the measured FPS numbers show that the system can handle high settings at 1440p and even 4K with some adjustments.

The gap between the CPU's percentile (79) and the GPU's percentile (67) suggests that the processor is not the bottleneck in this pairing. In fact, the CPU has more headroom relative to its competitors than the GPU does, which means that the GPU is likely the limiting factor in most scenarios. This is consistent with the FPS data, which shows the GPU struggling only at 4K Ultra.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G provide context for its CPU-level performance. The Intel Core i9-9900K scores 27097 in average benchmark, which is a 0.2% difference from the Ryzen 7 5700G's score of 27051. This means the two processors are effectively identical in performance for this game's CPU workload. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 26936, a 0.4% difference, and the Intel Core i7-1370P scores 26900, a 0.6% difference. The Intel Core i5-14400T scores 27166, a 0.4% difference. All four rivals are within a single percentage point of the Ryzen 7 5700G, indicating that any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU.

On the GPU side, the Radeon RX 7700 XT's nearest rivals paint a similar picture. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile scores 22435, a 0.5% difference from the RX 7700 XT's 22549. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile scores 22729, a 0.8% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 1.5% difference, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 scores 22170, a 1.7% difference. These small deltas mean that swapping the RX 7700 XT for any of these GPUs would produce nearly identical FPS numbers in Lockdown Protocol. However, the RTX 2080 and RTX 4060 Mobile are slightly faster on average, so they might squeeze out a few more frames at 4K Ultra, potentially crossing the 60 FPS threshold.

For a system builder, this means that the Ryzen 7 5700G could be swapped for an i9-9900K or Ryzen AI 7 445 with virtually no change in performance. Similarly, the RX 7700 XT could be replaced with an RTX 2080 or RTX 4060 Mobile with minimal impact on frame rates. The most divergent option is the RX 5700, which is 1.7% slower and might push 4K High below the 60 FPS mark.

The Verdict

The benchmark data provides a clear verdict: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS or higher in the vast majority of configurations. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold with significant margin. The lowest average FPS at this resolution is 100.4 FPS on Ultra, which is nearly double the playability threshold. At 2560x1440, the same holds true: even Ultra averages 73.6 FPS, leaving a comfortable buffer above 60 FPS. The system is fully playable at 1440p with all settings maxed out.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The playable settings include High, Low, and Medium, with the best playable setting being High at 63.9 FPS average. This means 4K is playable, but only if the user selects High or lower presets. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 47.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and would result in noticeable stuttering in fast-paced FPS gameplay. The data's verdict lists High as the best settings for 4K, with an average of 63.9 FPS, which is just above the threshold.

For users targeting 4K, the recommendation is clear: stick to High settings for a smooth experience, or accept a slight compromise at Medium (72.8 FPS) for more headroom. Low settings at 4K (100.8 FPS) are an option for competitive play, but the visual fidelity loss is substantial. In summary, the system is a 1080p and 1440p powerhouse that can handle 4K with settings adjusted.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Lockdown Protocol. The Ryzen 7 5700G provides a strong foundation with its 8 cores and 16 threads, and its benchmark scores — such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12830.5 and a single-core score of 1494 — ensure that it does not bottleneck the GPU at lower resolutions. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking among all CPUs supports this, showing that it outperforms the majority of processors in general compute workloads.

The Radeon RX 7700 XT is the dominant factor in determining frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. The scaling data shows that as resolution increases from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, the average FPS drops consistently across all settings. For example, at High settings, the FPS drops from 136.8 at 1080p to 100 at 1440p to 63.9 at 4K. This pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the graphics card's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor.

At 1080p, the CPU's role is more significant. The 219.4 FPS at Low settings suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough frames to reach very high refresh rates. However, the GPU still shows scaling between settings, indicating that even at 1080p, the GPU is not fully idle. The CPU's 3dmark scores — 899 for single-thread and 6627 for max threads — indicate it can handle the game's processing demands without issue.

The 4K Ultra scenario is where the GPU's limitations become evident. The drop from 63.9 FPS at High to 47.2 FPS at Ultra is a 26% performance loss, which is a significant penalty for the visual improvements. This suggests that the Ultra preset at 4K introduces effects that the GPU cannot handle at playable frame rates. The CPU, in contrast, would likely maintain similar frame rates regardless of preset, as its workload does not scale dramatically with visual settings.

In summary, the CPU is the stable foundation, while the GPU is the performance variable. Users upgrading either component would find that a faster GPU would extend the playable settings at 4K, while a faster CPU would have minimal impact on the measured FPS in this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 4K for this system?

A: The highest playable setting at 3840x2160 is High, which averages 63.9 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 47.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Can this PC handle 1440p gaming at maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 73.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets — Low, Medium, and High — also exceed 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700G compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G has an average benchmark score of 27051. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, scores 27097, a 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 26936 (0.4% difference), and the Intel Core i7-1370P scores 26900 (0.6% difference). All are effectively equivalent.

Q: What is the best settings choice for 1080p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 100.4 FPS, making it the best settings choice for visual quality while still providing nearly double the 60 FPS threshold. For maximum performance, the Low preset averages 219.4 FPS.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The GPU sits in the 67th percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU is in the 79th percentile. The FPS scaling between resolutions confirms that the GPU limits performance.

Q: How does the RX 7700 XT compare to the RTX 2080?

A: The RX 7700 XT has an average benchmark score of 22549, while the RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 1.5% difference. The RTX 2080 is slightly faster, but both GPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.