Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a fundamentally playable experience in Lockdown Protocol, but the headroom available to you depends entirely on the resolution you target. Benchmark data shows this combo clears the 60 FPS threshold at all tested presets in 1080p, most presets in 1440p, and only the Low preset in 4K. The combination of the 8-core, 16-thread Zen 5 processor with the 12 GB Battlemage GPU produces a system that is capable, but with clear limits at higher fidelity levels.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for this combo in Lockdown Protocol shows a clear scaling pattern across the three resolutions tested. At 3840x2160, the system averages 45 FPS on High settings, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. Dropping to Medium settings at 4K yields an average of 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 59 FPS, indicating noticeable frame variance. The Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding scenario, producing just 34 FPS on average. The only playable option at 4K is the Low preset, which delivers an average of 73 FPS—a substantial jump that confirms the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the picture improves considerably. The High preset averages 70 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS threshold with some margin. Medium settings at 1440p produce an average of 80 FPS, with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS, showing stable frame times. The Low preset reaches 113 FPS on average, offering a smooth experience for competitive play. However, the Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 52 FPS on average, which is not playable per the 60 FPS standard.

The 1920x1080 results are the strongest for this configuration. Ultra settings average 72 FPS, clearing the threshold comfortably. High settings average 95 FPS, while Medium produces 109 FPS with a minimum of 93 FPS and a maximum of 126 FPS. The Low preset at 1080p hits 154 FPS on average, which is more than double the playability threshold. The data indicates that 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo, allowing max settings while maintaining smooth gameplay.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D sits in a tight performance cluster with several rivals. The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M scores an average of 58323, which is just 0.1% lower than the 9850X3D's 58386 average benchmark score. The Intel Xeon w5-2545 scores 58504, putting it 0.2% ahead of the 9850X3D. The Intel Core i9-14900 trails by 0.5% with a score of 58115, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 leads the group by 0.7% with a score of 58826. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver near-identical frame pacing in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B580 shows a similar clustering pattern. Its average benchmark score of 23021 places it within 1% of several competing cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, which is 0.2% higher than the B580. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, trailing by 0.6%. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, leading the B580 by 0.7%, while the NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, a 1% advantage. In practical terms, swapping the B580 for any of these GPUs would produce nearly identical FPS numbers in Lockdown Protocol, with the RTX 3080 and P106-100 offering the only meaningful—though still small—improvement.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS in 4K?

A: Only on the Low preset. The measured data shows 73 FPS average at 3840x2160 with Low settings. Medium settings drop to 52 FPS, High to 45 FPS, and Ultra to 34 FPS, all below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

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

A: High settings are the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS at 2560x1440, averaging 70 FPS. Medium also works at 80 FPS, and Low reaches 113 FPS, but Ultra falls short at 52 FPS.

Q: Is the Ultra preset playable at 1080p?

A: Yes. The measured average at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 72 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset is playable.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the RTX 2080 in this game?

A: The B580's average benchmark score of 23021 is 0.6% higher than the RTX 2080's 22895. In Lockdown Protocol, this translates to essentially identical frame rates, with the B580 holding a negligible edge.

Q: What are the minimum FPS numbers available in the data?

A: Minimum FPS values were only recorded for Medium settings. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 44 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it is 68 FPS. At 1080p Medium, it is 93 FPS. No minimum values were provided for Low, High, or Ultra presets.

Q: Where does this CPU rank compared to all tested CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 7 9850X3D has a percentile rank of 92 among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 92% of tested processors. Its average benchmark score is 58386.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the experience varies significantly by resolution. At 1920x1080, every preset including Ultra clears the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 72 FPS. This is the fully playable scenario with maximum visual quality. At 2560x1440, the system maintains 60 FPS on High, Medium, and Low presets, with High being the best visual option at 70 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 1440p is not playable, falling to 52 FPS.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 73 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fail to reach 60 FPS, with averages of 52, 45, and 34 FPS respectively. For 4K gaming, the user must make significant visual compromises to achieve playable frame rates. The data indicates this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p play, where it offers solid performance across most settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Among all tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Intel Arc B580 ranks 2795 out of 3714 total combos. This places it in the lower half of tested configurations, ranking in approximately the 75th percentile. The rank reflects the GPU's mid-tier positioning—the B580 sits at the 68th percentile among all GPUs—combined with the CPU's strong 92nd percentile standing. The result is a system that performs well for its class but does not compete with high-end GPU pairings in the game's most demanding settings.

The data suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck in this configuration. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D's benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22807 and a single-core score of 2228, demonstrate ample processing headroom. The limiting factor is the Arc B580's 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 456.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, which cap performance at higher resolutions and presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Low, which delivers an average of 73 FPS. This is the only preset at 4K that maintains a frame rate at or above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings produce 52 FPS, High produces 45 FPS, and Ultra produces 34 FPS—none of which meet the playability standard.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding playable preset is High, averaging 70 FPS. This provides a good balance of visual quality and performance. Medium settings offer 80 FPS with more headroom, while Low reaches 113 FPS. Ultra at 1440p is not recommended, as its 52 FPS average falls below the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is Ultra, averaging 72 FPS. This allows users to experience the game at maximum visual quality while maintaining smooth frame rates. For those prioritizing higher frame rates, High delivers 95 FPS, Medium delivers 109 FPS, and Low delivers 154 FPS. The 1080p Ultra setting is the clear recommendation for this configuration, as it provides the full visual experience without sacrificing playability.