Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with 4K requiring a slight compromise on settings. Data indicates that this combination is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at standard resolutions, while 4K remains achievable at medium settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Medium, which yields an average of 66.9 FPS. While the Low preset reaches 91 FPS, Medium offers a significantly better visual experience while still clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset dips to 58.6 FPS, just below the playable mark, and Ultra falls to 41.1 FPS.

For 2560x1440, the combination can handle the Ultra preset at an average of 65.5 FPS, making it the best visual option that stays above 60 FPS. All four tested settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at this resolution, with averages ranging from 142.7 FPS on Low down to 65.5 FPS on Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, delivering an average of 88.1 FPS. This resolution provides the most headroom, with even the most demanding settings comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS target. The Low preset reaches 189.8 FPS, Medium hits 135.3 FPS, and High achieves 116.3 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Ryzen 7 5800XT sits at the 81st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29879. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H with an average score of 29868 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS both at 29955 (-0.3% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X at 29713 (0.6% delta). These processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as their performance differences are negligible.

On the GPU side, the RX 6700 XT ranks at the 72nd percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 27425. Its closest competitors are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile at 27435 (0% delta), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 at 27565 (-0.5% delta), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell at 27135 (1.1% delta), and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 at 27839 (-1.5% delta). Users with any of these GPUs paired with a comparable CPU would see very similar performance characteristics in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are: Low at 91 FPS, Medium at 66.9 FPS, High at 58.6 FPS, and Ultra at 41.1 FPS. The transition from Low to Medium represents a 24.1 FPS drop, while moving from Medium to High costs 8.3 FPS, and High to Ultra costs another 17.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is clearly too demanding for this hardware.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low at 142.7 FPS, Medium at 100.7 FPS, High at 85.8 FPS, and Ultra at 65.5 FPS. The scaling here is more gradual, with each step up in settings costing roughly 15-20 FPS. Notably, the gap between Medium and High (14.9 FPS) is smaller than between Low and Medium (42 FPS), suggesting diminishing returns at the higher end.

At 1920x1080, the averages are: Low at 189.8 FPS, Medium at 135.3 FPS, High at 116.3 FPS, and Ultra at 88.1 FPS. This resolution shows the largest absolute numbers, but the relative scaling pattern is consistent with 1440p. The difference between Low and Medium is 54.5 FPS, Medium to High is 19 FPS, and High to Ultra is 28.2 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

Among all tested combinations in the database, this CPU-GPU pairing ranks 1935 out of 3714 combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it roughly in the 48th percentile among all tested systems, meaning it outperforms about half of the configurations tested. Given that the individual components rank at the 81st percentile (CPU) and 72nd percentile (GPU), the combined ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component severely bottlenecks the other.

The rank position indicates that while this system is not at the top tier for this game, it sits comfortably above the median. Many higher-ranking combinations likely feature more recent generation GPUs with higher memory bandwidth or additional compute units. However, the 1935th position also means a substantial number of systems perform worse, making this a viable mid-to-upper-tier configuration.

The Verdict

This system can run Lockdown Protocol across all tested resolutions, but the quality ceiling varies significantly. At 3840x2160, the verdict is Medium as the best playable setting, achieving 66.9 FPS average. The High and Ultra presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold and are not recommended for smooth gameplay. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with Ultra recommended at 65.5 FPS average. At 1920x1080, the system comfortably runs Ultra at 88.1 FPS average, with even the most demanding preset leaving ample headroom above 60 FPS.

The data shows that 1080p and 1440p users can maximize visual quality without sacrificing frame rate. For 4K users, the Medium preset provides the best balance, delivering 66.9 FPS while maintaining decent visual fidelity. The High preset at 4K is borderline at 58.6 FPS, which may be acceptable for some players but technically misses the 60 FPS target.

FAQ

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

A: No. The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 41.1 FPS, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, averaging 66.9 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 65.5 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. All four settings presets are playable at this resolution, with Low at 142.7 FPS, Medium at 100.7 FPS, and High at 85.8 FPS.

Q: How much performance difference is there between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 189.8 FPS while Ultra averages 88.1 FPS, representing a difference of 101.7 FPS. Both are well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to bottleneck in this game?

A: The GPU ranks at the 72nd percentile while the CPU ranks at the 81st percentile among their respective categories. Given the GPU's lower percentile rank, it is more likely to be the limiting factor in demanding settings and higher resolutions.

Q: How does this system compare to others tested for this game?

A: It ranks 1935th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all systems. This is a solid mid-to-upper tier position for running Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p High settings?

A: The measured average at 2560x1440 with High settings is 85.8 FPS, which provides a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS target.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Ryzen 7 5800XT and the RX 6700 XT shifts depending on resolution and settings. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, as evidenced by the steep performance drop at higher presets. The Ultra preset at 4K averages only 41.1 FPS compared to 91 FPS on Low, a 49.9 FPS difference that points to GPU-bound rendering. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at this resolution, but the graphics card's compute capacity caps performance.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly. The scaling from Low to Ultra (142.7 to 65.5 FPS) still shows significant GPU influence, but the CPU begins to matter more at lower settings. The 142.7 FPS average on Low suggests the CPU can drive high frame rates, but the GPU limits higher presets. The 42 FPS difference between Low and Medium indicates the GPU is already working harder as settings increase.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes more apparent. The Low preset reaches 189.8 FPS, which approaches the limits of what the CPU can generate for this game. The Ultra preset at 88.1 FPS still shows GPU dependency, but the smaller gaps between Medium (135.3) and High (116.3) compared to 4K suggest the CPU is providing more overhead. The Ryzen 7 5800XT's single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 959, helps maintain high minimum frame rates even at lower resolutions.

Overall, the data indicates that this game scales more with GPU power at higher resolutions, while the CPU becomes more relevant at 1080p and lower settings. Users targeting 4K should prioritize GPU settings, while those at 1080p may benefit from CPU tuning to maximize frame rates.