Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a consistently high-performance experience in Lockdown Protocol, a first-person shooter released on 2024-03-11. Across all three tested resolutions, the combination produces average frame rates that clear the 60 FPS playable threshold by a wide margin, even at the most demanding preset. The data indicates this is a powerful pairing for this title, with headroom that allows for maximum visual settings at 4K, 1440p, and 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

Starting at 1920x1080, the RTX 5070 Ti and Ryzen 7 5700X produce excellent frame rates regardless of settings. At Low settings, the average FPS is 264.8. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 227.3 FPS, a reduction of 37.5 FPS from Low. High settings yield an average of 198.6 FPS, while Ultra settings bring the average down to 148.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 116.3 FPS, showing that the preset scaling is significant but leaves the system with far more performance than needed for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce an average of 235.1 FPS. Medium settings average 167.3 FPS, which is a 67.8 FPS drop from Low. High settings deliver 147.8 FPS, and Ultra settings average 108.4 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra here is 126.7 FPS, indicating that the performance cost of higher presets grows as resolution increases. Even at Ultra, the average frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS threshold, with a 48.4 FPS buffer.

At 3840x2160, performance remains strong but shows the expected impact of the higher pixel count. Low settings average 152.6 FPS. Medium settings average 106.3 FPS, a decrease of 46.3 FPS from Low. High settings yield an average of 95.5 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 73 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra at 4K is 79.6 FPS. Notably, the Ultra preset at this resolution is the only configuration where the average frame rate approaches the playable threshold, but it still clears it by 13 FPS.

The data shows no reported minimum or maximum FPS values for any resolution or preset, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. This means the consistency of frame delivery cannot be fully assessed from the measured FPS alone, but the averages are sufficiently high across all tested settings that even significant dips would likely remain playable in most scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700X and RTX 5070 Ti ranks 362nd out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 9.7% of all tested configurations, a strong result that underscores the capability of this pairing. The rank reflects the combined CPU and GPU performance, and the high placement indicates that this system is well above average for this game.

Given that the game is an FPS, high frame rates are often prioritized, and the measured averages support the strong ranking. The combo’s position in the 362nd spot means that the vast majority of tested systems — 3352 of them — perform worse or are untested, while only 361 configurations deliver better results. This is a competitive standing, especially considering the CPU is from the older AM4 platform, while the GPU is a current-generation Blackwell part.

The percentile data reinforces this. The CPU has a percentile rank of 79 against all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 79% of tested processors. The GPU has a percentile rank of 86 against all GPUs, outperforming 86% of tested graphics cards. When combined, the system’s in-game rank of 362 out of 3714 is consistent with these individual high percentile scores, confirming that neither component is a significant bottleneck in Lockdown Protocol.

CPU and GPU Roles

The CPU and GPU contributions vary by resolution, as the scaling between presets and resolutions indicates. At 1920x1080, the GPU has less work to do per frame, so the CPU’s role becomes more prominent. The difference between Low (264.8 FPS) and Ultra (148.5 FPS) is substantial, but the absolute frame rates are so high that the CPU is likely keeping up without issue. The Ryzen 7 5700X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 3 architecture, provides ample processing power for this game’s FPS mechanics, and the data shows no sign of a CPU-limited ceiling at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more responsibility as the pixel count increases. The drop from Low (235.1 FPS) to Ultra (108.4 FPS) is larger in absolute terms than at 1080p, suggesting that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor at higher presets. However, the Ryzen 7 5700X still has enough headroom to feed the RTX 5070 Ti, as the frame rates remain well above 100 FPS even at Ultra. The scaling between Medium (167.3 FPS) and High (147.8 FPS) is a 19.5 FPS difference, while the jump from High to Ultra is 39.4 FPS, showing that the GPU load increases non-linearly with preset quality.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. The RTX 5070 Ti’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth are taxed heavily by the 4K resolution. Low settings (152.6 FPS) still show high performance, but the progression to Medium (106.3 FPS), High (95.5 FPS), and Ultra (73 FPS) demonstrates that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rate changes. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, as the Ryzen 7 5700X is unlikely to bottleneck a GPU that is working harder per frame. The 65 W TDP of the CPU and its 32 MB of shared L3 cache are sufficient for this workload, but the data suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti is the component that determines playability at 4K.

The scaling between resolutions at the same preset further clarifies the GPU’s role. For example, at High settings, the average FPS goes from 198.6 at 1080p to 147.8 at 1440p to 95.5 at 4K. This represents a 51.1 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 52.3 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K. The consistent performance degradation with increasing resolution points to the GPU being the primary constraint, as the CPU’s workload does not scale with pixel count in the same way.

The Verdict

The Ryzen 7 5700X and RTX 5070 Ti can run Lockdown Protocol at every tested resolution and preset combination. The verdict by resolution confirms that all settings are playable, with the playable threshold set at 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 73 FPS. This clears the threshold by 13 FPS, providing a comfortable margin for most players. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings achieve an average of 108.4 FPS, which is 48.4 FPS above the threshold and offers a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings achieve an average of 148.5 FPS, which is 88.5 FPS above the threshold, making this resolution ideal for competitive play where maximum frame rates are desired.

The data shows that this system does not require lowering settings to achieve playable performance at any resolution. Even the most demanding configuration — 4K Ultra — stays above 60 FPS. This suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti has sufficient headroom for future updates or additional in-game effects, though no such speculation is warranted from the current data alone. The measured results indicate a clear verdict: this PC runs the game exceptionally well across the board.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals provide context for what similar processing performance looks like. The Intel Core i5-12600K has an identical average benchmark score of 27578, with a deltaPct of 0, meaning it performs on par with the Ryzen 7 5700X in synthetic benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X has an average score of 27636, which is 0.2% higher, making it a marginally faster alternative. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 has an average score of 27535, 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H has an average score of 27507, 0.3% lower. These rivals would likely produce very similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as their benchmark scores are nearly identical.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show that the RTX 5070 Ti sits in a tight performance cluster. The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT has an average score of 50951, which is 2% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti’s average of 49957. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 has a score of 50001, just 0.1% lower, while the Intel Arc A550M has a score of 49737, 0.4% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has a score of 48477, which is 3.1% lower. In game, these GPUs would deliver within a few percentage points of the RTX 5070 Ti’s frame rates, meaning users with any of these alternatives would see similar performance in Lockdown Protocol.

It is important to note that these rival comparisons are based on average benchmark scores, not in-game measurements. However, the close deltas suggest that swapping the CPU or GPU for one of these alternatives would not drastically change the playability verdict. The system would still clear 60 FPS at all tested resolutions and presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data identifies the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 73. This is the highest preset available, and it maintains a playable frame rate. At 2560x1440, Ultra is also the best settings, achieving an average of 108.4 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra is again the best settings, with an average of 148.5 FPS.

In all three resolutions, the system can max out the game’s settings while staying above the 60 FPS threshold. There is no need to compromise on visual quality. The margin at 4K is the smallest, at 13 FPS, but it is still a clear margin. At 1440p and 1080p, the margins are much larger, allowing for potential frame rate caps or additional background tasks without dropping below the threshold.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable settings at 4K for this CPU and GPU combo?

A: At 3840x2160, the highest playable settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 73 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS threshold by 13 FPS.

Q: Does this system hit 60 FPS at 1440p with maximum settings?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 108.4, which is 48.4 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700X compare to the Ryzen 5 7600X in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600X has an average benchmark score of 27636, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen 7 5700X’s score of 27578, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 5070 Ti and the RX 6900 XT?

A: The RX 6900 XT has an average benchmark score of 50951, which is 2% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti’s score of 49957, so the RX 6900 XT is slightly faster in synthetic tests.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 1080p playable above 60 FPS?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 148.5, which is 88.5 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What rank does this CPU and GPU combination hold in Lockdown Protocol?

A: This combo ranks 362nd out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the top 9.7% of all tested systems for this game.