Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 produces a clear, resolution-dependent performance profile in Lockdown Protocol. Measured frame rate data shows the combo consistently clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 across all tested presets, while 3840x2160 requires dropping from Ultra to Medium or Low settings. The following sections break down the exact measured values, compare nearby hardware, and provide concrete settings guidance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest results. The Low preset averages 189 FPS, which is the highest measured average for this pairing in any configuration. Medium drops to 134 FPS with a minimum of 114 FPS and a maximum of 154 FPS. High averages 117 FPS, while Ultra remains well above the playability threshold at 88 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS mark by a substantial margin, with even the most demanding setting holding a 28 FPS buffer.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scaling is consistent but slightly compressed. Low averages 138 FPS, Medium averages 98 FPS with a minimum of 83 FPS and a maximum of 113 FPS, and High averages 86 FPS. Ultra still clears the threshold with an average of 64 FPS, leaving only a 4 FPS margin above the 60 FPS playability cutoff. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 74 FPS, compared to a 101 FPS gap at 1920x1080.

At 3840x2160, the pattern shifts notably. Low averages 89 FPS, which remains comfortably playable. Medium averages 63 FPS with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS — the average clears the threshold, but the minimum dips below it, indicating potential frame dips during intense scenes. High averages 55 FPS, just below the 60 FPS target, and Ultra averages 42 FPS, which is significantly under the threshold. The data shows a steep drop from Medium to High (an 8 FPS reduction) and an even steeper drop from High to Ultra (a 13 FPS reduction).

The minimum and maximum frame data is only recorded for the Medium preset across all three resolutions. At 1920x1080, Medium spans 114 to 154 FPS, a 40 FPS range. At 2560x1440, Medium spans 83 to 113 FPS, a 30 FPS range. At 3840x2160, Medium spans 54 to 73 FPS, a 19 FPS range. This narrowing range as resolution increases suggests that frame pacing becomes more consistent at higher resolutions, even as average performance declines.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, provide context for how this processor compares to similar hardware. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an average benchmark score of 39768, which places it 0.4% above the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS (39603), 0.7% above the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 (39485), 0.7% below the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40048), and 0.8% below the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 (40081). These deltas are all within 1%, meaning any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Lockdown Protocol.

The GPU's nearest rivals show a similar clustering. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551, 0.5% lower, and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509, 0.7% lower. Given these sub-1% differences, swapping the RTX 4060 for any of these GPUs would yield nearly identical frame rates in this game. The practical implication is that the combo's performance is representative of a broader cluster of hardware rather than unique to these specific components.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 4060 combination ranks 2009th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 54th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 46% of tested combos perform better and 54% perform worse. The ranking reflects a mid-pack position — the combo is not a top-tier performer, but it sits above the median tested configuration.

The rank of 2009 out of 3714 should be interpreted alongside the measured FPS data. At 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, the combo clears the playability threshold at every preset, which suggests the mid-pack ranking is more a function of the GPU's 61st percentile performance among all GPUs than any fundamental inadequacy. The CPU's 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates the processor is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The GPU, ranking in the 61st percentile, is the component that anchors the combo's overall position.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the playable settings depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 88 FPS, providing a 28 FPS buffer above the playability cutoff. This is the most demanding setting that maintains a comfortable margin.

At 2560x1440, all four presets also clear the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra averages 64 FPS, which is above the cutoff but with a thin 4 FPS margin. The High preset averages 86 FPS, offering a more comfortable buffer for those who prefer headroom over maximum visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium are playable. Low averages 89 FPS, which is solid. Medium averages 63 FPS, clearing the threshold but with a minimum of 54 FPS that may produce occasional stutters. High averages 55 FPS and Ultra averages 42 FPS, both falling short of the 60 FPS target. The verdict is clear: this combo is fully playable at 1080p and 1440p with any preset, but 4K requires a settings reduction.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 189 FPS, which is an extremely high frame rate that demands substantial CPU throughput. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D's 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs and its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23230 support the notion that the processor is well-equipped for this workload. The GPU, ranking in the 61st percentile, becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

The scaling from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 shows a consistent reduction in average FPS across all presets. Low drops from 189 to 138 FPS (a 27% reduction), Medium from 134 to 98 FPS (a 27% reduction), High from 117 to 86 FPS (a 26% reduction), and Ultra from 88 to 64 FPS (a 27% reduction). This uniform scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at both resolutions, as the percentage drop is nearly identical across presets.

The transition from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 shows a different pattern. Low drops from 138 to 89 FPS (a 36% reduction), Medium from 98 to 63 FPS (a 36% reduction), High from 86 to 55 FPS (a 36% reduction), and Ultra from 64 to 42 FPS (a 34% reduction). The percentage drop is larger than the 1080p-to-1440p transition, confirming that GPU load intensifies disproportionately at 4K. The RTX 4060's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become increasingly strained at this resolution.

The CPU's role is most pronounced at 1920x1080 with the Low preset, where the 189 FPS average suggests the processor is capable of feeding frames faster than the GPU can render them at higher settings. At 3840x2160, the CPU's influence diminishes significantly, as the GPU's rendering limits dominate. The data indicates that for this game, the GPU is the primary performance driver at all resolutions, with the CPU providing ample headroom even at the highest frame rates.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440. Ultra averages 88 FPS at 1080p and 64 FPS at 1440p. At 3840x2160, Ultra averages 42 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 4K resolution?

A: Medium is the best playable setting at 3840x2160, averaging 63 FPS. Low averages 89 FPS and is also playable, but Medium provides higher visual quality while still clearing the 60 FPS average.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. The closest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666 (0.2% higher). The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 (0.3% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551 (0.5% lower).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the primary performance driver. The scaling between resolutions shows consistent percentage drops when moving from 1080p to 1440p and 1440p to 4K, indicating GPU-bound behavior. The CPU's 87th percentile ranking suggests it is not a bottleneck.

Q: What is the minimum FPS on Medium settings at 2560x1440?

A: The minimum FPS on Medium at 2560x1440 is 83 FPS, with an average of 98 FPS and a maximum of 113 FPS. This is the only preset at this resolution with recorded minimum and maximum values.

Q: Where does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 2009th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. The GPU's 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs is the primary factor in this mid-pack position.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 88 FPS. This provides a 28 FPS buffer above the threshold, making it the recommended setting for full visual fidelity without sacrificing playability.

At 2560x1440, Ultra also remains the best playable setting, averaging 64 FPS. The margin is thinner at 4 FPS above the threshold, so players who prioritize consistent frame rates may prefer High, which averages 86 FPS. However, Ultra does clear the 60 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, Medium is the best playable setting, averaging 63 FPS. The minimum recorded FPS is 54, which dips below the threshold, so players may experience occasional frame drops in demanding scenes. Low averages 89 FPS and provides a more stable experience if consistent performance is prioritized over visual quality. Ultra and High are not recommended at this resolution, as they average 42 FPS and 55 FPS respectively, both below the 60 FPS playability cutoff.