Lockdown Protocol

Can the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 deliver a smooth Lockdown Protocol experience? The measured data indicates a resounding yes for most configurations, with the combo demonstrating a clear ability to push well beyond the 60 FPS playable threshold at 1080p and 1440p, while presenting a more nuanced picture at 4K where settings management becomes critical. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, compares the hardware to its nearest performance rivals, and identifies the optimal settings for each resolution based strictly on the benchmark data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this CPU and GPU combination in Lockdown Protocol show a consistent pattern of high performance that scales predictably with resolution and graphical fidelity. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally capable, starting with an average of 200 FPS on Low settings. Moving up the preset ladder, the average frame rate remains remarkably high: 142 FPS on Medium, 124 FPS on High, and a still-impressive 93 FPS on Ultra. The only min/max data provided at this resolution is for the Medium preset, which shows a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 163 FPS, indicating excellent frame pacing with no dips below the playable threshold.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust, though the increased pixel count begins to exert its influence. The Low preset delivers an average of 147 FPS, which is a 26.5% decrease from the 1080p Low result. The Medium preset averages 104 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS, ensuring a stable experience. High settings at 1440p produce an average of 91 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 68 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS target. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra shows a reduction of 25 FPS, or roughly 27%, highlighting the GPU's increasing workload.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become more apparent. The Low preset still manages a solid 95 FPS average, but the Medium preset drops to 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. This is the first instance where the minimum frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting potential for brief stutters. High settings at 4K yield a 59 FPS average, which is technically just below the playable threshold, while the Ultra preset falls to a 44 FPS average, indicating a demanding scenario that the hardware cannot fully master. The performance delta between 1440p and 4K at High settings is a significant 32 FPS, underscoring the exponential cost of 4K rendering.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for both components provides context for where this combo sits in the broader hardware landscape. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 29123, placing it in the 81st percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, which scores 29093, a negligible 0.1% difference. This indicates that in CPU-bound scenarios, these two processors would deliver nearly identical performance. The Intel Xeon Phi 7210 scores 29245, putting it 0.4% ahead, while the Intel Core i5-13500HX is 0.5% behind with a score of 29270. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, with a score of 28940, trails the 5800X by 0.6%. These tiny margins suggest that swapping the 5800X for any of these alternatives would result in an imperceptible change in game performance.

On the graphics side, the AMD Radeon RX 7700's average benchmark score is 15852, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon R9 370X, which scores 15862, a mere 0.1% difference. This is a surprising pairing, as the R9 370X is an older architecture, but the data shows their average scores are effectively identical. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 1% ahead with a score of 16014, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is 1.1% behind at 15679. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, placing it 1.7% ahead of the RX 7700. These close scores imply that a user with any of these GPUs would see very similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with the RTX 3060 Ti being the most likely to provide a slight edge in GPU-heavy scenes.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a classic resolution-dependent shift in bottleneck between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, even at Ultra settings (93 FPS). The jump from Low (200 FPS) to Ultra (93 FPS) is a 107 FPS difference, which is entirely attributable to the GPU's workload increasing. However, the fact that the system can achieve 200 FPS on Low suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at a very high rate. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15476 and a Passmark multithread score of 27732, ensures it is not the limiting factor at this resolution.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's role becomes more prominent. The frame rate at Low settings drops from 200 FPS to 147 FPS, a 26.5% reduction, which is a direct consequence of the GPU having to render more pixels. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 79 FPS, still a significant spread. At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant component. The Low preset yields 95 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 44 FPS. This 51 FPS drop shows how heavily the RX 7700 is stressed at 4K. The CPU's performance becomes less relevant here, as the GPU is struggling to maintain high frame rates regardless of the CPU's capability. The data suggests that for this game, the Ryzen 7 5800X provides ample headroom, and the Radeon RX 7700 is the primary determinant of performance, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so exceptionally well at most settings. The verdict by resolution is clear and definitive. At 1920x1080, all four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable, with the Ultra preset achieving an average of 93 FPS. This is a stellar result, offering maximum visual fidelity with a frame rate well above the 60 FPS target. At 2560x1440, the system also clears the playable threshold on every preset. The most demanding option, Ultra, maintains an average of 68 FPS, providing a smooth and visually rich experience. The data confirms that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combination, balancing visual quality and performance.

The situation changes at 3840x2160. The verdict indicates that only the Low and Medium presets are playable. The Medium preset, with an average of 67 FPS, is the best playable option, though its 57 FPS minimum suggests occasional dips below the threshold. The High preset falls just short of playable with a 59 FPS average, and the Ultra preset is not viable at 44 FPS. For 4K gaming, users would need to accept lower graphical settings to maintain a consistent 60 FPS experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data, the best settings for each resolution are defined as the most demanding preset that still achieves an average of at least 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which delivers an average of 93 FPS. This allows users to enjoy the game at its highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 68 FPS. This is a prime example of the hardware's capability, as it can handle maximum settings at a high refresh rate resolution. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Medium, providing an average of 67 FPS. While this is playable, the minimum of 57 FPS indicates that users may experience occasional hitches, making it a less stable option than the higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and AMD Radeon RX 7700 holds a rank of 1709 out of 3714 combos. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, specifically in the 54th percentile (calculated as 1 - (1709/3714)). This ranking confirms the balance of the components; it is not a top-tier enthusiast setup, but it significantly outperforms the majority of systems. The data suggests that while there are many faster combinations, this one provides a very capable and well-rounded experience for a mainstream high-performance build.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with high settings?

A: No, the data shows the High preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 59 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, with an average of 67 FPS.

Q: What is the highest quality preset that maintains over 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 achieves an average of 68 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that remains above the playable threshold at that resolution.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to the 4K Low preset?

A: The 1920x1080 Low preset averages 200 FPS, while the 3840x2160 Low preset averages 95 FPS. This represents a 110.5% performance advantage for the 1080p setting.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or the AMD Radeon RX 7700 the limiting factor at 4K?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The average FPS drops significantly as resolution increases, from 200 FPS at 1080p Low to 95 FPS at 4K Low, showing the GPU's rendering workload is the primary constraint.

Q: How does the RX 7700 compare to the RTX 3060 Ti based on the provided data?

A: According to the nearest rivals data, the RTX 3060 Ti has an average benchmark score of 16129, which is 1.7% higher than the RX 7700's score of 15852. This suggests the RTX 3060 Ti may perform slightly better in GPU-bound scenarios.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS recorded was 121, with a maximum of 163 and an average of 142 FPS.