Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at 4K but transitions to a more balanced workload at lower resolutions, with performance scaling predictably as settings are adjusted. This combination ranks in the top percentile of all tested hardware pairings for this title, making it a top-tier choice for high-refresh-rate gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination reveals a clear pattern of performance that scales with both resolution and graphical settings. At the highest resolution tested, 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 83 FPS at Ultra settings to 178 FPS at Low settings. The Medium preset at 4K shows an average of 127 FPS, with a minimum of 108 FPS and a maximum of 146 FPS, indicating a stable experience even during intense scenes. High settings at 4K produce an average of 111 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance gains are substantial. The average frame rate at Ultra settings jumps to 128 FPS, a 54% increase over the 4K Ultra result. The Medium preset at 1440p yields an average of 196 FPS, with a minimum of 167 FPS and a maximum of 226 FPS, showcasing excellent consistency. Low settings at 1440p reach an average of 244 FPS, while High settings produce 171 FPS. The frame rate ceiling at this resolution is significantly higher, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.

At 1920x1080, the combination fully flexes its muscles. The Ultra preset manages an average of 175 FPS, which is higher than the 4K Ultra average by more than double. Medium settings at 1080p show an average of 239 FPS, with a minimum of 203 FPS and a maximum of 274 FPS, demonstrating that even the most demanding moments remain far above the playable threshold. High settings at 1080p produce 228 FPS, while Low settings reach an average of 271 FPS, the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. The data indicates that the RTX 5090, even when paired with the Ryzen 7 5800X, is never the bottleneck at 1080p, leaving the CPU to dictate the upper limits.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 holds the 144th rank out of 3714 tested combos. This places it in the top 3.9% of all hardware pairings evaluated for this game. The percentile ranking is exceptionally strong, indicating that very few other configurations deliver higher average performance in this title.

The high rank is largely driven by the RTX 5090's raw compute power, as evidenced by its benchmark scores. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 39650 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 are among the highest recorded. While the CPU's 81st percentile ranking relative to all CPUs is solid, it is the GPU that propels this combo to its top-tier position. The data suggests that the RTX 5090 is the primary contributor to the frame rates seen in Lockdown Protocol, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU workload becomes more demanding.

The rank of 144 out of 3714 also implies that users who own this specific setup are near the pinnacle of what is possible for this game. The gap between this combo and the very top configurations is likely minimal, and the experience will be indistinguishable in most scenarios, with all settings and resolutions exceeding the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals data for both the CPU and GPU, there are several alternative hardware combinations that would behave similarly in Lockdown Protocol. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 29123. Its closest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, which scores 29093, a negligible 0.1% difference. This means that swapping the Ryzen 7 5800X for the Core Ultra 5 135H would result in virtually identical CPU-bound performance.

Another close CPU alternative is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, with an average score of 28940, representing a 0.6% performance deficit. The Intel Core i5-13500HX scores 29270, which is 0.5% higher than the 5800X, and the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 scores 29245, a 0.4% advantage. In practice, none of these CPUs would create a noticeable difference in Lockdown Protocol frame rates, as the game is unlikely to be CPU-limited when paired with the RTX 5090, except at very low resolutions and settings.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5090's average benchmark score of 79842 is closely matched by several NVIDIA Tesla and AMD Radeon Pro cards. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 79605, a 0.3% difference, making it a near-identical performer. The Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 79396, which is 0.6% slower. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, a 1.1% deficit, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80959, which is 1.4% faster. While these are not consumer gaming cards, they provide a reference point for the level of performance the RTX 5090 offers. For a gamer, a more practical alternative would be a slightly lower-tier RTX 50-series card, but the data only supports comparisons to these specific rivals.

The Verdict

The verdict is unequivocal: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol with exceptional performance. The verdict by resolution data confirms that all four tested settings presets—Ultra, High, Medium, and Low—are playable at every resolution. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 83 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This means users can max out the game at 4K and still enjoy a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, delivering an average of 128 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold and provides a comfortable margin for high-refresh-rate displays. The data shows that even the most demanding preset at 1440p leaves significant headroom. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 175 FPS, which is nearly three times the playable threshold. This makes the combination ideal for 1080p esports-style play or for users with 240Hz monitors, as the frame rates are high enough to take full advantage of such displays.

In summary, the system does not merely clear the 60 FPS bar; it obliterates it at all settings. The lowest average frame rate recorded across the entire test suite is 83 FPS at 4K Ultra. There is no scenario in the data where this PC falls below the playable threshold, making it a definitive recommendation for anyone seeking maximum performance in Lockdown Protocol.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data from the measured FPS reveals a clear shift in workload balance between the CPU and GPU as resolution changes. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant factor. The difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K is 95 FPS (178 FPS vs 83 FPS), which is a 114% increase in frame rate when lowering settings. This significant scaling indicates that the GPU's rendering load is the primary constraint at this resolution. The RTX 5090's 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are fully utilized, and the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU without becoming a bottleneck.

At 2560x1440, the GPU remains the primary driver, but the CPU starts to play a more noticeable role. The frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings is 116 FPS (244 FPS vs 128 FPS), a 91% increase. While this is still a large delta, it is slightly smaller than at 4K, suggesting that the CPU is beginning to limit the maximum frame rate at lower settings. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a minimum of 167 FPS, which is still high, but the scaling pattern indicates that the Ryzen 7 5800X's 8 cores and 16 threads are capable of sustaining high frame rates, though not as high as the GPU could theoretically produce.

At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes the limiting factor at lower settings. The difference between Low and Ultra settings is 96 FPS (271 FPS vs 175 FPS), a 55% increase. This smaller percentage delta compared to 4K and 1440p indicates that the CPU is struggling to keep up with the GPU's capability at these high frame rates. The Ryzen 7 5800X, with a PassMark single-thread score of 3445 and a multi-thread score of 27732, is powerful, but it reaches its limit around 271 FPS. The RTX 5090 is capable of far more, but the CPU prevents it from reaching those heights. This is classic CPU bottleneck behavior, where the GPU is underutilized because the CPU cannot issue draw calls fast enough.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The data shows that at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 83 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. It is the best settings preset at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 271, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. The Medium preset at 1080p also achieves a high average of 239 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested hardware for this game?

A: It ranks 144th out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the top 3.9% of all configurations. This is a very strong ranking, indicating near-top-tier performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: At 3840x2160, the GPU is the primary factor, as evidenced by the large frame rate swings when changing settings. At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes the limiting factor, capping the maximum frame rate at around 271 FPS, while the GPU has more headroom.

Q: Are there any settings or resolutions where the game is unplayable?

A: No. All resolutions (3840x2160, 2560x1440, 1920x1080) and all settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) produce average frame rates above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 108, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings. This is still well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, ensuring a smooth experience.