Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a fast-paced FPS that demands a stable frame rate, and the combination of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X processor with the integrated Intel Arc B390 graphics presents a specific performance profile. The data recorded in the database shows a system that is heavily limited by its graphics solution, with the CPU offering a massive amount of headroom that the GPU simply cannot utilize. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and settings, providing a clear picture of what this combo can deliver.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements for this combo show a clear pattern: the Intel Arc B390 is the primary bottleneck, and performance scales directly with resolution and graphical fidelity. The data is measured across three resolutions (3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080) and four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra), with average FPS recorded for all, and minimum and maximum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the highest resolution, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Low preset yields an average of 42 FPS. Moving to Medium drops the average to 30 FPS, with a minimum of 25 FPS and a maximum of 34 FPS. The High preset lowers the average further to 26 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings the system to an average of just 19 FPS. None of these settings approach the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this hardware combination.

At 2560x1440, performance improves but remains inconsistent. The Low preset is the only setting that clears the 60 FPS threshold, achieving an average of 65 FPS. The Medium preset falls to an average of 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. The High preset drops the average to 40 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 30 FPS. The data shows a steep drop-off when moving from Low to Medium, suggesting that the graphics processor is quickly overwhelmed by additional rendering demands at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance. The Low preset delivers an average of 88 FPS, which is the highest average recorded for this combo. The Medium preset also clears the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 63 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. The High preset averages 55 FPS, just shy of the playable threshold, and the Ultra preset averages 41 FPS. The 1080p resolution is where this combo is most functional, but it still requires users to stick to the lower presets to maintain a consistent 60 FPS experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

The verdict data in the database defines "playable" as maintaining an average FPS at or above the 60 FPS threshold. Based on the measured results, the best settings for each resolution are as follows.

At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings. The database lists no playable settings for this resolution, and the best settings field is null. The highest average FPS recorded at this resolution is 42 FPS on Low, which falls well short of the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Low. This is the only preset that achieves a playable frame rate, with an average of 65 FPS. The database confirms that Low is the best settings choice at this resolution, with an average FPS at best of 65.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Medium. The database lists both Low and Medium as playable settings, but Medium is designated as the best settings with an average FPS at best of 63. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at this resolution, as Low achieves 88 FPS and Medium achieves 63 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The overall ranking for this specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and Intel Arc B390 in Lockdown Protocol is position 3302 out of 3714 tested combos. This places the combo in the bottom portion of the database, specifically in the 11th percentile of all tested configurations. This low ranking is a direct result of the Intel Arc B390's limited graphics capabilities, as the CPU is a high-end desktop processor.

The CPU alone ranks in the 85th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35909. The GPU, however, ranks in the 9th percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1482. This massive discrepancy between the two components highlights a significant imbalance. The processor is capable of handling far more demanding graphics workloads, but the integrated graphics solution is holding the entire system back. The data indicates that this combo is a case of a very strong CPU paired with a very weak GPU, resulting in a system that is not suitable for demanding gaming at higher resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for how the individual components perform relative to other hardware. These comparisons are based on average benchmark scores and do not include detailed specifications of the rival products.

For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has an average benchmark score of 35909. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 with an average score of 35802, a delta of 0.3 percent, meaning the 7700X is slightly faster. The Intel Core 7 250H scores 35728, a delta of 0.5 percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 scores 35719, also a delta of 0.5 percent. The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H scores 35670, a delta of 0.7 percent. These deltas are all under one percent, indicating that the 7700X and these rival CPUs would behave very similarly in CPU-bound scenarios. In this game, however, the system is not CPU-bound, so the differences between these processors would be negligible.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX with an average score of 1463, a delta of 1.3 percent. The NVIDIA GeForce 800M scores 1460, a delta of 1.5 percent. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM scores 1446, a delta of 2.5 percent. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 scores 1443, a delta of 2.7 percent. These rival GPUs are all extremely close in performance, and users with any of these graphics solutions would experience a similar level of frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The data shows that the Arc B390 is at the very bottom of the performance spectrum, comparable to entry-level discrete GPUs from several generations ago.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p?

A: Yes, but only at Low and Medium settings. The recorded data shows an average of 88 FPS on Low and 63 FPS on Medium at 1920x1080. The High preset averages 55 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest resolution this combo can play at 60 FPS?

A: The highest resolution with a playable setting is 2560x1440. The Low preset achieves an average of 65 FPS at this resolution. No settings at 3840x2160 reach the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1440p?

A: The best settings at 2560x1440 is the Low preset. It is the only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 65 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 46 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX with a score of 1463, a 1.3 percent difference, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 with a score of 1443, a 2.7 percent difference. These GPUs would behave similarly.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs with an average score of 35909, while the GPU ranks in the 9th percentile with an average score of 1482. The CPU provides far more performance than the GPU can utilize.

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K with the Low preset?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with the Low preset is 42 FPS. This is the highest average recorded at this resolution, but it is still well below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this PC cannot run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS in all situations. The verdict by resolution is as follows. At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings. The system cannot maintain 60 FPS at any preset, with the best average being 42 FPS on Low. At 2560x1440, the system is playable only on the Low preset, which achieves an average of 65 FPS. This is a marginal pass, and users should expect the frame rate to fluctuate, as the Medium preset shows a minimum of 39 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system is playable on both Low and Medium presets. The best settings are Medium, with an average of 63 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold.

The overall picture is that this combo can run Lockdown Protocol, but only under specific conditions. Users must play at 1080p with Medium settings or lower, or at 1440p with Low settings. The integrated Intel Arc B390 graphics is a severe bottleneck, placing this combo in the 11th percentile of all tested configurations with a rank of 3302 out of 3714. The Ryzen 7 7700X is a high-end processor, but its performance is largely wasted in this configuration for gaming purposes. The system is suitable for 1080p gaming at medium fidelity, but it is not a high-performance gaming machine. The data suggests that for a smoother experience at higher settings or resolutions, a more capable graphics solution would be required, as the CPU has ample headroom to support it.