Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination presents an interesting pairing for Lockdown Protocol. The CPU is a high-end desktop processor with a substantial cache and strong multi-threaded performance, while the GPU is an older, end-of-life graphics card with 6 GB of memory. The recorded data shows this system can run the game, but the experience varies significantly depending on the chosen resolution and quality preset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have close rivals in the database, which helps contextualize their performance. For the processor, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an average benchmark score of 39768. Its nearest rivals are all within a narrow band of performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS scores 39603, a delta of 0.4 percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 40048, a delta of -0.7 percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 39485, a delta of 0.7 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 scores 40081, a delta of -0.8 percent. These results indicate that the 9800X3D performs essentially on par with these other processors in aggregate benchmarks, with differences of less than one percent.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 15290. Its nearest rivals show a similar pattern of near-identical scores. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 scores 15283, with a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270, a delta of 0.1 percent. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, a delta of 0.6 percent, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171, a delta of 0.8 percent. The data suggests that in terms of raw benchmark scores, the RTX 2060 is flanked by a mix of older and newer hardware, all delivering comparable overall performance.

For Lockdown Protocol specifically, the CPU’s nearest rivals would likely produce similar frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, while the GPU’s rivals would behave similarly in graphics-heavy scenes. The RTX 3050 OEM and RX 7600 being close to the RTX 2060 in score is notable, as these are more modern cards, but the benchmark data places them in the same performance tier.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal how the balance of load shifts between the CPU and GPU across different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its highest frame rates, with a peak average of 148 FPS on Low settings. This suggests the GPU is not the primary constraint at this resolution, allowing the strong CPU to push higher frame rates. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 148 FPS to 66.7 FPS, indicating that the graphics workload is still significant, but the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU effectively.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease across all presets, but the relative performance remains solid. The average FPS at Low settings is 106.2, which drops to 52.7 at Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 53.5 FPS, larger than the 81.3 FPS gap at 1080p. This indicates that the GPU is starting to become more of a limiting factor, as the higher pixel count increases the graphics load.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The average FPS at Low settings is 68.7, but this falls to 31.2 at Ultra. The frame rate at Ultra is less than half of the Low setting performance, showing that the RTX 2060 is struggling with the increased resolution and detail. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, as the graphics card is unable to keep up with the rendering demands. The data shows a clear progression: at 1080p, the CPU has a more significant role, while at 4K, the GPU dominates the performance outcome.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data provides average frame rates for each resolution and settings combination, but does not include minimum or maximum FPS values. At 3840x2160, the system averages 43.6 FPS on High, 48.7 FPS on Medium, 68.7 FPS on Low, and 31.2 FPS on Ultra. The spread from Low to Ultra is significant, with Ultra delivering less than half the frame rate of Low.

At 2560x1440, the results are more favorable. The average FPS is 66 on High, 77.1 on Medium, 106.2 on Low, and 52.7 on Ultra. The High preset manages to stay above the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra falls below it.

At 1920x1080, the system performs best. The average FPS is 92.8 on High, 102.6 on Medium, 148 on Low, and 66.7 on Ultra. All presets at this resolution exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold, with even the most demanding Ultra setting maintaining a comfortable average.

The data indicates that the system is capable of producing playable frame rates at all tested resolutions, but only with specific settings at the higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra preset is the only configuration that falls below 40 FPS, making it the most demanding scenario tested.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Lockdown Protocol is answered by the recorded data. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold on all four presets tested. The Ultra settings deliver an average of 66.7 FPS, which is above the playable threshold. The data shows that all settings at 1080p are playable, with the best performing preset being Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the system can also run the game with three out of four presets above 60 FPS. High settings deliver an average of 66 FPS, making it the best playable option. Low and Medium also clear the threshold, but Ultra falls below at 52.7 FPS.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 68.7 FPS. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below 60 FPS, with Ultra being the lowest at 31.2 FPS. The verdict by resolution is clear: this combination can run the game at 1080p with maximum settings, at 1440p with high settings, and at 4K only with low settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the recorded data shows an average of 66.7 FPS at 1080p Ultra, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the best playable option at 1440p, delivering an average of 66 FPS. Ultra falls below the threshold at 52.7 FPS.

Q: Is 4K resolution playable with this combination?

A: Yes, but only with Low settings, which achieve an average of 68.7 FPS. All other presets at 4K fall below 60 FPS.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an average score of 39768, with rivals ranging from 39485 to 40081, a difference of less than one percent.

Q: What is the GPU's average benchmark score relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average score of 15290. Its rivals score between 15171 and 15283, all within one percent of the RTX 2060.

Q: Which preset at 3840x2160 has the lowest average FPS?

A: The Ultra preset at 4K has the lowest average FPS at 31.2, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of CPU and GPU has a recorded rank. The combo ranks 2872 out of 3714 tested combinations. This places it in the lower portion of the overall rankings, indicating that while it can run the game, many other hardware combinations deliver better performance. The rank is a reflection of the GPU's age and limitations at higher resolutions, despite the CPU being a strong performer. The data suggests that the RTX 2060 is the limiting factor in this pairing, as the CPU is capable of much higher performance in other contexts.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS varies by resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 66.7 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that remains playable at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best option, with an average of 66 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below the threshold, so High is the most demanding setting that stays playable.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option, achieving an average of 68.7 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS, so Low is the best setting for 4K play. These settings represent the maximum quality the system can handle at each resolution while maintaining a playable frame rate.