Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers a commanding performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS that rewards high frame rates. The measured data, gathered across three resolutions and four preset levels, shows this combination never dips below the 60 FPS playability threshold, and in most scenarios it operates far above it. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, the balance of CPU versus GPU workload, and what nearby hardware alternatives would look like, based strictly on the benchmark results.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data for this CPU and GPU pairing in Lockdown Protocol is consistent and robust across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the frame rates are exceptionally high. With Low settings, the average FPS is 253.5. Moving to Medium, the average drops slightly to 220.8 FPS, while High settings yield 216.1 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still maintains an average of 174.4 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the system has massive headroom, keeping even the heaviest settings well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains stellar, though the impact of resolution scaling becomes more apparent. The Low preset averages 230.2 FPS, which is a modest decrease from the 1080p result. Medium settings produce an average of 196.1 FPS, and High settings are close behind at 169.9 FPS. The Ultra preset, which taxes the GPU more heavily, still delivers a very playable average of 128.1 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable decline in FPS as pixel count increases, but the overall experience remains fluid.

At 3840x2160, also known as 4K, the system begins to show the limits of even the most powerful hardware, yet it still clears the playability bar with room to spare. The Low preset averages 175.8 FPS, showcasing the raw power of the GPU. Medium settings drop to an average of 126.2 FPS, and High settings manage 110.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most graphically intensive, still achieves an average of 82.4 FPS. This is the only configuration tested that falls below 100 FPS, but it remains comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data does not include separate min or max FPS values, so the analysis relies on average FPS as the primary indicator of performance stability.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, suggesting the CPU plays a significant role in keeping the frames flowing. The difference between Low (253.5 FPS) and Ultra (174.4 FPS) is substantial, but the fact that even Ultra stays above 174 FPS indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not a bottleneck at this resolution. The high average scores in synthetic tests, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3234, support the notion that the CPU is well-equipped to feed the GPU at 1080p.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload grows, and the frame rate scaling reflects this. The gap between Low (230.2 FPS) and Ultra (128.1 FPS) widens compared to the 1080p gap, indicating a heavier reliance on the GPU. The RTX 4090, with its 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 82.58 TFLOPS FP32 performance, is clearly the dominant factor here. The CPU is still capable, but the GPU is now the primary driver of performance differences between presets.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes unequivocally the most important component. The performance drop from Low (175.8 FPS) to Ultra (82.4 FPS) is the largest of any resolution, showing that the RTX 4090 is working at its limits to render the higher pixel count. The CPU's role diminishes further, as the data shows the system is no longer CPU-bound at any preset. The scaling between resolutions—from 253.5 FPS at 1080p Low to 175.8 FPS at 4K Low—demonstrates a typical GPU-bound progression. The CPU's influence is most evident at 1080p, where the frame rates are so high that the processor's single-thread and multi-thread capabilities are being fully utilized to maintain those numbers.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the components in this system provides context for what other hardware might behave similarly. For the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, the closest alternatives in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, the Intel Core i9-10900K, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, and the Intel Core i5-12600KF. The delta percentages are minimal: the Ryzen 7 6800U is exactly 0% different, the Core i9-10900K is 0.1% faster, the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is 0.1% slower, and the Core i5-12600KF is 0.3% faster. This means that in a CPU-bound scenario, such as the 1080p tests, swapping in any of these processors would yield nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The 5800X3D’s 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a notable feature, but the benchmark scores suggest its overall performance level is matched by these rivals.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, the nearest rivals are the Intel Arc Pro A60, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48, the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, and the AMD Radeon PRO V710. The delta percentages here are slightly more varied: the Arc Pro A60 is 0% different, the Radeon Pro Vega 48 is 0.3% faster, the Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% slower, and the Radeon PRO V710 is 2.9% faster. In GPU-bound scenarios, particularly at 4K Ultra, these alternatives would produce very close average FPS numbers. A user with an RTX 4090 could expect a system with a Radeon PRO V710 to be slightly ahead, while a system with a Radeon Pro W6600M would be a bit behind, but all would fall within a narrow performance band. The RTX 4090’s percentile rank of 88 among all GPUs and the CPU’s rank of 80 among all CPUs indicate that while this is a top-tier combination, it is not the absolute peak in synthetic tests, yet it still excels in real-world gaming.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol? The data unequivocally says yes. The verdictByResolution data lists all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—as playable at every resolution tested, from 1920x1080 all the way up to 3840x2160. The playability threshold is 60 FPS, and the lowest average FPS recorded across the entire test matrix is 82.4 FPS, which occurs at 4K Ultra. This means that even in the most demanding scenario, the system has a 22.4 FPS buffer above the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system is a powerhouse, with the lowest average FPS being 174.4 FPS on Ultra. This is ideal for high refresh-rate monitors, as the system can easily push frame rates that exceed 144 Hz on most presets. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still averages 128.1 FPS, making it suitable for 144 Hz displays as well. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 82.4 FPS, which is excellent for 4K gaming, though it may not fully saturate a 120 Hz display on the highest settings. The High preset at 4K offers a better balance for higher refresh rates, averaging 110.2 FPS. In summary, this combination can run Lockdown Protocol at maximum settings in every resolution tested, and it will comfortably clear the 60 FPS threshold in all cases.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this system in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest average FPS is 253.5, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160, all presets are playable, with average FPS ranging from 82.4 on Ultra to 175.8 on Low, all above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has a delta percentage of 0% compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, 0.1% compared to the Intel Core i9-10900K, -0.1% compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, and 0.3% compared to the Intel Core i5-12600KF, indicating near-identical performance.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded in the benchmarks?

A: The lowest average FPS is 82.4, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important at 1080p resolution?

A: At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role in maintaining high frame rates, as evidenced by the high FPS even on Ultra settings (174.4 FPS), suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck.

Q: Does the system meet the 60 FPS playability threshold on all settings?

A: Yes, according to the verdictByResolution data, all settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at all three resolutions, with the lowest average FPS being 82.4.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users seeking the most demanding preset that still maintains 60 FPS or higher, the data provides clear guidance. At each resolution, the Ultra preset is the most visually demanding option, and it is playable across the board.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which delivers an average FPS of 174.4. This is far above the 60 FPS threshold, and it offers the highest visual fidelity without sacrificing smooth gameplay. At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average FPS of 128.1. This provides a substantial margin above the threshold, ensuring a fluid experience with maximum graphical detail. At 3840x2160, the best settings remain Ultra, with an average FPS of 82.4. While this is the lowest average FPS in the test matrix, it still comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold. Users who prefer higher refresh rates at 4K could opt for High settings, which average 110.2 FPS, but for pure visual quality, Ultra is the recommended choice. In all cases, the system has enough performance headroom to run Lockdown Protocol at its highest settings without dropping below the playable frame rate.