Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a decisive performance profile for Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS where frame rates directly impact competitive play. Measured data shows this combination is not merely playable but exceptionally capable, with the GPU often becoming the limiting factor only at the highest visual fidelity. The benchmark results indicate a system that can comfortably target high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions, while still maintaining playable performance at 4K, albeit with some settings compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the combo demonstrates a clear performance hierarchy across presets. With Ultra settings, the average frame rate dips to 59.6 FPS, which sits just below the 60 FPS playability threshold, making it technically unplayable by that standard. Dropping to High settings provides a significant boost to an average of 78.4 FPS, a 31.5% improvement over Ultra. The Medium preset yields an average of 85.6 FPS, while the Low preset unlocks the highest 4K performance at 122.7 FPS on average. This spread of 63.1 FPS between Ultra and Low highlights how demanding the higher presets are on the GPU at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the system finds a much more comfortable operating range. The Ultra preset averages 91.1 FPS, which is a solid 52.9% higher than the 4K Ultra result, indicating that the resolution scaling is nearly linear in the GPU-bound region. High settings produce an average of 115.7 FPS, while Medium reaches 136.8 FPS. The Low preset at this resolution is exceptionally fast, hitting an average of 189.7 FPS, which is well beyond the refresh rate of most standard 1440p monitors and ideal for high-refresh displays.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combination is overwhelmingly powerful, with all presets delivering well above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 119.9 FPS, which is enough for smooth gameplay on 120Hz displays. High settings average 160 FPS, and Medium pushes to 187.4 FPS. The Low preset reaches an average of 261.9 FPS, a figure that exceeds even the highest refresh rates commonly available, suggesting the CPU or engine limits are being approached rather than the GPU being the sole constraint. The progression from 4K to 1080p shows a consistent pattern: at lower resolutions, the frame rate gains from lowering settings diminish, indicating that the CPU becomes a more significant factor.

FAQ

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

A: No, the measured data shows the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 59.6 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. You would need to reduce settings to High or lower to achieve a playable frame rate at this resolution.

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

A: The data shows the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 91.1 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin. This makes it the most demanding visual preset that remains fully playable at this resolution.

Q: How much performance is gained by lowering settings from Ultra to Low at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average frame rate increases from 119.9 FPS on Ultra to 261.9 FPS on Low. This represents a substantial 142 FPS increase, or roughly 118% more performance, which is useful for extreme refresh rate monitors.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 the limiting factor in this configuration?

A: The benchmark results suggest the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions and presets, as seen by the large frame rate swings when changing settings. However, at 1080p Low, the frame rate of 261.9 FPS may begin to approach CPU limits, though the Ryzen 7 5800XT is still delivering strong results.

Q: Does the system meet the 60 FPS playability threshold at all resolutions?

A: No, it does not. While 1440p and 1080p are fully playable across all presets, the 4K Ultra preset averages 59.6 FPS, just below the threshold. The system must be dialed back to High or lower settings at 4K to maintain playability.

Q: How does the performance at 4K High compare to 1440p Ultra?

A: The 4K High preset averages 78.4 FPS, while the 1440p Ultra preset averages 91.1 FPS. Despite the higher resolution, the reduced graphical load of the High preset at 4K allows for a playable experience, but the 1440p Ultra setting provides both higher fidelity and higher frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29879 and sits at the 81st percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H with a nearly identical score of 29868 and a delta of 0%, meaning they are statistically indistinguishable in performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS both score 29955, a -0.3% delta, indicating they are marginally faster. The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X scores 29713 with a 0.6% delta, making it slightly slower but still in the same performance tier. Any of these CPUs would provide a similar level of responsiveness in Lockdown Protocol, though the 5800XT's desktop platform may offer different upgrade paths.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 averages 37648 and also ranks at the 81st percentile among all GPUs. Its closest competitor is the NVIDIA Tesla P4 with a score of 37628 and a 0.1% delta, showing nearly identical compute performance, though the Tesla P4 lacks the RTX 4070's gaming-oriented features. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507 with a 0.4% delta, placing it just behind. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135 with a -1.3% delta, meaning it is slightly faster, while the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 37157 with a 1.3% delta, making it a bit slower. In practice, these alternatives would deliver frame rates within a few percent of the RTX 4070 in Lockdown Protocol, although driver optimizations and thermal behavior could shift results.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination ranks 838th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 22.6% of all configurations tested, which is a strong showing given the high number of possible pairings. The rank reflects the balance between the Ryzen 7 5800XT's strong multi-threaded performance and the RTX 4070's high rasterization throughput. While the combo is not at the very top tier occupied by flagship parts, its position indicates that it outperforms the vast majority of systems in this particular game, making it a reliable choice for high-refresh competitive play at 1440p and below.

The data implies that the ranking is driven more by the GPU than the CPU, as the frame rates at 4K show a wide variance between presets, a classic sign of GPU limitation. The CPU, which ranks in the 81st percentile, is likely sufficient to feed the GPU at most settings, preventing it from becoming a bottleneck until the very low presets at 1080p.

The Verdict

This system can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with authority at most settings. According to the verdict by resolution, at 3840x2160, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with the best playable preset being High at an average of 78.4 FPS. This means 4K gaming is viable, but only if you are willing to step down from Ultra. At 2560x1440, all four presets—High, Low, Medium, and Ultra—are playable, with the best being Ultra at 91.1 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a great balance of visual quality and speed. At 1920x1080, the system is fully playable on all presets, with Ultra averaging 119.9 FPS. For competitive play, the Low preset at 261.9 FPS is available, though the Ultra preset already exceeds the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin. Overall, the system clears 60 FPS at every resolution if you select the appropriate settings, making it a versatile performer.

Best Settings per Resolution

For the most demanding settings that still maintain an average of at least 60 FPS, the data provides a clear guide. At 3840x2160, the best setting is High, which delivers an average of 78.4 FPS. This is the highest visual quality you can use at 4K without falling below the playability threshold. At 2560x1440, the best setting is Ultra, averaging 91.1 FPS. This allows you to enjoy the full graphical fidelity of the game while keeping frame rates well above 60. At 1920x1080, the best setting is also Ultra, with an average of 119.9 FPS. This provides a highly responsive experience with all visual features enabled. In summary, players should target High at 4K, and Ultra at both 1440p and 1080p for the optimal balance of visuals and performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal a clear division of labor between the two components. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant factor. The frame rate drops from 122.7 FPS on Low to 59.6 FPS on Ultra, a massive 51.4% reduction that directly correlates with the increased graphical load. The CPU is not the bottleneck here, as even the Low preset, which reduces GPU work, still yields very high frame rates. At 2560x1440, the GPU remains the primary constraint, but the CPU starts to show its influence. The scaling from Low (189.7 FPS) to Ultra (91.1 FPS) is still steep, but the absolute frame rates are high enough that the CPU's single-thread performance is beginning to matter, especially on the Low preset where the GPU is less strained.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes more pronounced. The difference between Low (261.9 FPS) and Ultra (119.9 FPS) is still significant, but the Low preset result suggests the frame rate is approaching the CPU's maximum possible output for the game's engine. The fact that the GPU is so powerful at this resolution means the Ryzen 7 5800XT's 8 cores and 16 threads are being utilized to their limit in feeding frames. The data indicates that for this game, the RTX 4070's performance is the primary driver at 4K and 1440p, while the CPU's capabilities become increasingly relevant as resolution drops. Players with high refresh 1080p monitors will benefit most from the CPU's strong multi-threaded scores, such as its 23794 Cinebench R23 multi-core result, while those at 4K will see the GPU's 29.15 TFLOPS and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth doing the heavy lifting.