Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a wide range of performance in Lockdown Protocol, with results that scale predictably across resolutions and presets. At 1080p, the pairing is overwhelmingly capable, clearing 60 FPS at every settings level tested. Moving to 1440p, performance remains strong, though the Ultra preset dips below the playable threshold. At 4K, only the Low preset maintains a playable frame rate, indicating a clear GPU-bound ceiling at higher resolutions. The data positions this combo as a mid-pack performer, with benchmark results that align closely with several rival components.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1920x1080 resolution?

A: The Ultra preset is playable at 1080p, producing an average FPS of 68.9, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This is the highest settings level tested at this resolution.

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, the High, Medium, and Low presets all achieve playable frame rates at 1440p. The High preset delivers an average of 70.5 FPS, while Medium averages 77.9 FPS and Low reaches 114.4 FPS.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 71.1 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 34.2 FPS. This represents a substantial performance gap, with Ultra delivering less than half the frame rate of Low.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 has an average benchmark score of 40081. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, scores 40048, which is a 0.1% difference. The Intel Core 5 221E scores 40144, a -0.2% delta.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The Intel Arc B580 falls in the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23021. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, scores 23061.

Q: Which component is more critical for performance at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows a significant drop in frame rates at 3840x2160 compared to lower resolutions, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's performance remains constant, but the GPU's workload increases substantially.

CPU and GPU Roles

The relative importance of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and Intel Arc B580 shifts depending on the resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, the CPU has more headroom, allowing the GPU to stretch its legs. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 85.8 FPS (154.7 down to 68.9), showing that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, but the CPU is not bottlenecking. The scaling from Low to Medium is 43.4 FPS, and from Medium to High is 15 FPS, indicating diminishing returns as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to feel more pressure. The Low preset hits 114.4 FPS, but Ultra drops to 52.2 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is 7.4 FPS (77.9 to 70.5), which is smaller than at 1080p. This suggests that the GPU is starting to become the limiting factor as pixel count rises, though the CPU still provides enough throughput to keep frame rates high at lower settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant constraint. The Low preset averages 71.1 FPS, but Medium falls to 49.9 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 34.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Medium is 21.2 FPS, which is a sharper drop than seen at lower resolutions. The CPU's role diminishes significantly here, as the GPU struggles to fill the 4K frame buffer regardless of the processor's capabilities. The benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 7 7700 has ample compute power for this game, but the Arc B580's rendering throughput caps performance at higher resolutions.

The pattern across resolutions shows a classic GPU-bound scenario at 4K, a balanced workload at 1440p, and a more CPU-favorable environment at 1080p. For players targeting 4K, the GPU is the component to upgrade first; for 1080p, the current pairing is well-matched.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured frame rates are consistently high. The Low preset delivers an average of 154.7 FPS, which is the highest score in the entire dataset. Medium follows at 111.3 FPS, High at 96.3 FPS, and Ultra at 68.9 FPS. All four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold with room to spare. The gap between Low and Ultra is 85.8 FPS, demonstrating a wide range of performance scaling.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain respectable but start to show the GPU's limits. Low averages 114.4 FPS, which is still well above the playable threshold. Medium drops to 77.9 FPS, and High settles at 70.5 FPS. Ultra is the outlier, falling to 52.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable mark. The difference between Low and Ultra is 62.2 FPS, showing a steeper decline than at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture changes dramatically. Low is the only playable preset, averaging 71.1 FPS. Medium falls to 49.9 FPS, High to 47.9 FPS, and Ultra to 34.2 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 21.2 FPS, and from Medium to High is just 2 FPS, indicating that the GPU is saturated. The Ultra preset delivers less than half the frame rate of Low, underscoring the heavy rendering load at 4K.

The data shows no min or max FPS values recorded, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. Across all resolutions, the Low preset consistently provides the highest performance, while Ultra provides the lowest. The scaling between presets is not linear; the largest jumps occur between Low and Medium at every resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 has an average benchmark score of 40081, placing it in the 87th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are remarkably close in performance. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 40048, a delta of just 0.1%, meaning it would behave nearly identically in this system. The Intel Core 5 221E scores 40144, which is -0.2% relative to the 7700, also a negligible difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 scores 40246, a -0.4% delta, and the Intel Core i9-13905H scores 40313, a -0.6% delta. All four rivals fall within a 0.7% performance band, so swapping the CPU for any of them would yield essentially the same frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

The Intel Arc B580, with an average score of 23021, sits in the 68th percentile among GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, which scores 23061, a -0.2% delta. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% delta, meaning it is slightly slower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, a -0.7% delta, making it marginally faster. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, a -1% delta, also slightly faster. These rivals are all within a 1.6% performance range, so any of them would produce nearly identical FPS results when paired with the Ryzen 7 7700.

For users considering alternative hardware, the data suggests that the nearest CPU rivals would not change the gaming experience in any meaningful way. Similarly, the GPU rivals are close enough that the choice between them would come down to other factors like driver support or feature sets, as the raw performance is nearly indistinguishable.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and Intel Arc B580 ranks 2794 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 75th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the combinations in the database. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's strong single-thread and multi-thread performance and the GPU's mid-tier capabilities.

The ranking is influenced by the GPU's 68th percentile standing, which drags the overall combo down from what the CPU alone would achieve. The CPU's 87th percentile ranking is significantly higher, indicating that the processor is not the limiting factor. The combo's position in the lower half of the top quartile suggests that it is a capable system, but not a top-tier one for this game. Systems with higher-ranked GPUs would likely surpass it, while those with lower-ranked CPUs might fall behind.

The benchmark results show that the combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but struggles at 4K with higher presets. This aligns with the combo's overall rank, as it performs admirably in common gaming scenarios but falls short in extreme resolutions.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and Intel Arc B580 can run Lockdown Protocol, but the playable settings vary by resolution. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 68.9 FPS, making it the best choice for visual quality without sacrificing playability. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best option, averaging 70.5 FPS, while Ultra falls short at 52.2 FPS. Medium and Low also remain playable, with averages of 77.9 FPS and 114.4 FPS, respectively.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset achieves a playable frame rate, averaging 71.1 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all drop below 60 FPS, with averages of 49.9 FPS, 47.9 FPS, and 34.2 FPS, respectively. The verdict is clear: this system is fully capable of running the game at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but 4K players will need to stick to the Low preset to maintain smooth gameplay.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average FPS of 68.9. This provides the best visual quality while still clearing the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best option, averaging 70.5 FPS. It offers a significant visual improvement over Medium while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option, averaging 71.1 FPS. While the visual quality is reduced, it is the sole settings level that delivers a playable experience at this resolution. For players who prioritize higher settings at 4K, the data indicates that the system would need a more powerful GPU to handle Medium or above.