Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a well-rounded experience in Lockdown Protocol, with measured performance placing the pairing at rank 1649 out of 3714 tested combos. The data shows a system that comfortably handles 1080p and 1440p gaming at maximum settings, while 4K requires a more careful approach to settings. This analysis breaks down what those numbers mean for actual gameplay, where the CPU and GPU each carry their weight, and which settings produce the smoothest experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearby hardware that would behave similarly in benchmark scenarios. For the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the nearest rivals based on average benchmark scores are a mixed group. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS scores 39603, which is only 0.4% lower than the 9800X3D’s average. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 40048, sitting 0.7% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 39485 at 0.7% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 scores 40081, which is 0.8% above the 9800X3D. These deltas are tiny, meaning any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the GPU remains the limiting factor. The 9800X3D’s percentile rank of 87 among all CPUs indicates it sits well above most processors, but the immediate rivals are all within a single percentage point, so users upgrading from any of those chips should not expect a dramatic shift in this specific game.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has nearest rivals that are similarly close. The AMD Radeon 860M scores 26401, which is 0.3% lower than the RTX 5060’s average. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421, also 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 26553, 0.8% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, 1.2% lower. The RTX 5060’s percentile rank of 72 among all GPUs places it in the upper-middle tier. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, any of these rival GPUs would produce nearly identical average frame rates at the same settings and resolution, though the RTX 5060 has the advantage of newer architecture features that do not appear in the benchmark scores. The deltaPct values are all under 1.5%, so the practical difference in gameplay would be negligible for most users.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution, using the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the best playable setting is Medium, which achieves an average of 68 FPS. The data shows that High settings drop to 59 FPS average, just below the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra falls to 44 FPS. Low settings run at 95 FPS but sacrifice visual quality. The Medium preset at 4K also has measured minimum and maximum values of 57 and 78 FPS, meaning the frame rate can dip slightly below 60 FPS during demanding scenes, but the average remains comfortably above the threshold.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the best playable setting is Ultra, which runs at an average of 69 FPS. This is the most demanding preset available, and it clears the 60 FPS line. High settings run at 91 FPS, Medium at 105 FPS, and Low at 148 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p shows minimum and maximum values of 89 and 120 FPS, indicating a very stable experience. The Ultra preset has no min/max data listed, but the 69 FPS average suggests it is playable with occasional dips below 60 FPS in heavy scenes.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the best playable setting is also Ultra, running at an average of 94 FPS. This is a strong result, with plenty of headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings run at 125 FPS, Medium at 143 FPS, and Low at 201 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p shows minimum and maximum values of 121 and 164 FPS, demonstrating excellent frame pacing. The Ultra preset’s 94 FPS average means even the most demanding scenes should stay well above 60 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU split responsibilities across resolutions and presets. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a strong multi-threaded profile, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23230 and a Passmark multithread score of 40009. Its single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2080 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4430. This CPU is unlikely to bottleneck the RTX 5060 in Lockdown Protocol at any resolution, given its high percentile rank of 87.

The RTX 5060’s role becomes more prominent as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU has more influence because the GPU can produce very high frame rates. The jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 201 FPS to 94 FPS, which is a 53% reduction. This large scaling indicates the GPU is heavily taxed by the higher settings, while the CPU handles the underlying game logic without issue. The 9800X3D’s 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with its large 96 MB shared L3 cache, provide ample headroom for the game’s single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

At 1440p, the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor. The scaling from Low (148 FPS) to Ultra (69 FPS) shows a 53% drop, similar to 1080p, but the absolute frame rates are lower. The CPU still has headroom, as evidenced by the fact that the system maintains above 60 FPS at Ultra. The RTX 5060’s 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this resolution, and the 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores suggest that ray tracing and DLSS features could be used if the game supports them, though the measured data does not include those scenarios.

At 4K, the GPU is clearly the dominant factor. The scaling from Low (95 FPS) to Ultra (44 FPS) shows a 54% drop, and the High preset (59 FPS) barely misses the 60 FPS threshold. The RTX 5060’s 8 GB memory capacity may become a constraint at 4K with high-resolution textures, and the 128-bit memory bus limits bandwidth compared to wider-bus GPUs. The CPU’s role at 4K is minimal, as the frame rates are low enough that even a weaker processor could keep up. The 9800X3D’s performance is effectively wasted at 4K in this game, but it ensures no CPU-related stutters or frame drops.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the experience varies by resolution. The verdict data shows that at 3840x2160, the playable settings are Low and Medium, with the best setting being Medium at an average of 68 FPS. High and Ultra are not playable, as High averages 59 FPS and Ultra averages 44 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four settings (High, Low, Medium, Ultra) are playable, with the best being Ultra at 69 FPS. At 1920x1080, all settings are also playable, with Ultra at 94 FPS.

For 4K users, the recommendation is to stick with Medium settings. The 68 FPS average is above the 60 FPS threshold, but the minimum measured value of 57 FPS means there will be occasional dips below 60 FPS. For 1440p users, Ultra settings are the clear choice, as the 69 FPS average provides a good balance of visual quality and performance. For 1080p users, Ultra settings at 94 FPS are ideal, with enough headroom to maintain smooth gameplay even in intense firefights.

The data also indicates that the system ranks 1649 out of 3714 combos for this game, placing it in the upper half of tested configurations. This is a solid result, though not top-tier, which aligns with the RTX 5060’s 72nd percentile GPU rank and the 9800X3D’s 87th percentile CPU rank. The combination is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, while 4K requires settings compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 95 FPS with no min/max data provided. The Medium preset averages 68 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 78 FPS. The High preset averages 59 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold, with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 44 FPS, which is not playable, with no min/max data.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 148 FPS with no min/max data. The Medium preset averages 105 FPS, with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS. The High preset averages 91 FPS with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 69 FPS with no min/max data. The Medium preset’s min/max range of 89-120 FPS shows excellent stability, with the minimum staying well above 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 201 FPS with no min/max data. The Medium preset averages 143 FPS, with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 164 FPS. The High preset averages 125 FPS with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 94 FPS with no min/max data. The Medium preset’s min/max range of 121-164 FPS indicates very consistent frame times, which is ideal for competitive play.

The lack of min/max data for most presets means the average FPS is the primary metric. However, the three presets with min/max data (4K Medium, 1440p Medium, 1080p Medium) all show that the minimum FPS stays within 16-19% of the average, suggesting that frame pacing is generally stable. The 4K Medium preset’s minimum of 57 FPS is the only instance where the minimum falls below 60 FPS, which explains why the verdict lists it as playable but with caveats.

FAQ

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

A: No. The measured data shows that High settings at 3840x2160 average 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict lists only Low and Medium as playable at 4K.

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

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 are the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 69 FPS. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 5060 compared to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011. This puts the RTX 5060 1.2% higher, which is a negligible difference in real-world gaming.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D bottleneck the RTX 5060 in this game?

A: The benchmark data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The 9800X3D ranks in the 87th percentile among all CPUs, and the system maintains above 60 FPS at 1080p and 1440p Ultra settings. The CPU’s single-thread score of 2080 in Cinebench R23 and multi-thread score of 23230 provide ample performance for this game.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 143 FPS, with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 164 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5060’s 8 GB memory sufficient for 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The data shows that 4K Medium settings average 68 FPS, which is playable. However, the minimum FPS at that setting is 57, and High settings drop to 59 FPS average. The 8 GB memory appears to be a limiting factor at 4K, as the GPU cannot maintain 60 FPS at High or Ultra settings.