Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER delivers a wide spread of frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, depending on resolution and quality preset. The recorded data shows that this combination is fully capable of maintaining smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p with the right settings, while 4K requires a significant reduction in visual quality to stay above the 60 FPS threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database contains average FPS measurements for twelve distinct configurations across three resolutions and four quality settings. No minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded for any of these configurations, so the analysis relies on the average values.

At 1920x1080, the results are consistently strong. The Low preset reaches an average of 162 FPS, which is the highest recorded value for this combination. The Medium preset produces an average of 115.7 FPS. High settings deliver 98.3 FPS on average. The Ultra preset, the most demanding configuration tested, still manages an average of 73.8 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin, with the gap ranging from 13.8 FPS at Ultra to 102 FPS at Low.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop noticeably but remain playable for most presets. The Low preset averages 115.6 FPS. Medium settings produce an average of 86 FPS. High settings deliver 74.4 FPS on average. The Ultra preset falls below the playable threshold, averaging 54.6 FPS. This is the only setting at 1440p that fails to reach 60 FPS, landing 5.4 FPS short of the mark. The drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution represents a reduction of 61 FPS, showing how heavily the Ultra preset impacts performance.

At 3840x2160, the results are more limited. The Low preset averages 78 FPS, which is the only configuration at 4K that clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 53.8 FPS, falling 6.2 FPS short. High settings average 47.5 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 34.5 FPS, the lowest recorded result for this combination. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is 43.5 FPS, and the scaling from Low to Ultra shows diminishing returns in visual quality relative to the substantial performance cost.

Comparing the same preset across resolutions clarifies the performance scaling. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 98.3 at 1080p to 74.4 at 1440p, a reduction of 23.9 FPS, then further to 47.5 at 4K, another reduction of 26.9 FPS. At Low settings, the progression goes from 162 at 1080p to 115.6 at 1440p to 78 at 4K. At Medium settings, the averages are 115.7, 86, and 53.8 respectively. The Ultra preset shows 73.8 at 1080p, 54.6 at 1440p, and 34.5 at 4K. The constant pattern across all presets indicates that each resolution step imposes a similar relative performance penalty.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals how the balance between the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER shifts as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the CPU has more influence on the results. The Ryzen 9 9900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor from the Zen 5 architecture, and its high single-thread and multi-thread benchmark scores suggest it can feed frames quickly at lower resolutions. The RTX 2060 SUPER, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 2176 shading units, becomes the limiting factor when the preset demands more graphical work. The fact that the Ultra preset still holds above 73.8 FPS at 1080p indicates that the GPU can keep pace with the CPU at this resolution, but the margin narrows as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to dominate the performance picture. The pixel count increases by roughly 78% compared to 1080p, and the measured frame rates across presets show a clear dependency on the graphics card's capabilities. The RTX 2060 SUPER, with a 256-bit memory bus and 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, handles the additional load but cannot maintain the Ultra preset above 60 FPS. The CPU's role diminishes here because the GPU is working closer to its limits.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is almost entirely responsible for the results. The 4K resolution contains four times the pixels of 1080p, and the RTX 2060 SUPER is clearly strained. The Low preset averages 78 FPS, which is still respectable, but the Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below 60 FPS. The CPU has ample headroom at this resolution, as evidenced by its strong synthetic benchmark scores, but the GPU cannot translate that headroom into higher frame rates. The scaling between resolutions confirms this interpretation: the frame rate drops are larger when moving from 1440p to 4K than from 1080p to 1440p, which is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

The preset scaling within each resolution also supports this analysis. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 88.2 FPS, a large gap that reflects the GPU's sensitivity to increased graphical load. At 1440p, the difference is 61 FPS. At 4K, the difference is 43.5 FPS. The shrinking absolute gap at higher resolutions occurs because the GPU is already near its limits, so the additional load from higher presets has a smaller absolute effect on the frame rate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database includes nearest rival comparisons for both the CPU and GPU based on average benchmark scores. These comparisons help identify hardware that would behave similarly in Lockdown Protocol.

For the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X, the nearest rivals are all server or high-end desktop processors. The AMD EPYC 9015 has an average score 0.1% lower than the Ryzen 9 9900X, making it nearly identical in synthetic performance. The AMD EPYC 7313 scores 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i9-14900 scores 1.1% higher, and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M scores 1.4% higher. These deltas are small enough that in a game like Lockdown Protocol, the frame rate differences would be negligible at any resolution where the CPU is not the bottleneck. Given that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 1440p and 4K, swapping the Ryzen 9 9900X for any of these alternatives would likely produce no measurable change in the recorded FPS values.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, the nearest rivals include a mix of mobile and desktop parts. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile has an average score 0.4% lower than the RTX 2060 SUPER. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 0.5% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 1.5% lower, and the Intel Arc A770M scores 1.6% lower. These small deltas mean that in Lockdown Protocol, these GPUs would produce frame rates very close to those measured with the RTX 2060 SUPER. The results at 4K Ultra, where the RTX 2060 SUPER averages 34.5 FPS, would likely be within a few frames per second for any of these alternatives. The same applies to the 1080p and 1440p results, where the GPU is the primary determinant of performance.

It is important to note that the nearest rival data is based on aggregate benchmark scores, not game-specific measurements. The actual in-game performance could vary due to driver optimizations, but the small deltas in the synthetic scores suggest that the differences would be minor in practice.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The recorded average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 73.8, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the best preset available at this resolution according to the verdict data.

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

A: The High preset is the most demanding setting that stays above 60 FPS at 1440p, with an average of 74.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution averages 54.6 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold.

Q: Is 4K playable with this hardware?

A: Only at Low settings. The 4K Low preset averages 78 FPS. The Medium preset averages 53.8 FPS, High averages 47.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 34.5 FPS, all below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: The loss depends on the preset. At Low settings, the average drops from 162 to 115.6 FPS, a reduction of 46.4 FPS. At Medium, it drops from 115.7 to 86 FPS. At High, it drops from 98.3 to 74.4 FPS. At Ultra, it drops from 73.8 to 54.6 FPS.

Q: Which component is the bottleneck at 3840x2160?

A: The GPU. The RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting factor at 4K, as shown by the steep frame rate declines across presets. The Ryzen 9 9900X has sufficient processing power for this resolution, but the GPU cannot deliver higher frame rates.

Q: How does this combination rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 2515 out of 3714 combinations in the database for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the distribution, meaning many other tested systems produce higher frame rates in this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

The verdict data identifies the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice. It averages 73.8 FPS, which is 13.8 FPS above the playable threshold. All four presets at this resolution are playable, so users can select Ultra for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best option. It averages 74.4 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset also works well at 86 FPS, and Low at 115.6 FPS, but High offers the best balance of visual quality and performance among the playable options. The Ultra preset is not recommended at this resolution because it averages 54.6 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option. It averages 78 FPS, which is 18 FPS above the threshold. The Medium preset at 53.8 FPS, High at 47.5 FPS, and Ultra at 34.5 FPS all fall short. Users who want to play at 4K must accept Low settings to maintain 60 FPS.

The recommended settings follow a clear pattern: Ultra at 1080p, High at 1440p, and Low at 4K. The step down in preset quality at each higher resolution reflects the GPU's performance limits.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks 2515 out of 3714 tested configurations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it at roughly the 32nd percentile among all tested combos, meaning about 68% of tested systems produce higher frame rates in this game.

This ranking is consistent with the hardware profile. The Ryzen 9 9900X is a high-end desktop CPU that scores in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, but the RTX 2060 SUPER scores in the 62nd percentile among all GPUs. The GPU's mid-range positioning drags the overall ranking down, particularly at higher resolutions where the graphics card is the primary determinant of performance. The measured FPS data supports this interpretation: the combination excels at 1080p, where the CPU has more influence, but falls behind at 4K, where the GPU's limitations are exposed.

The ranking also reflects the age and tier of the GPU. The RTX 2060 SUPER was released in 2019 and is marked as end-of-life in the database. Its successor, the GeForce 30 series, has since replaced it in the market. The Ryzen 9 9900X, by contrast, is an active product released in 2024. The pairing of a current-generation flagship CPU with an older mid-range GPU creates an imbalance that shows up in the overall ranking.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the experience varies significantly by resolution and preset.

At 1920x1080, the answer is a clear yes. All four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 73.8 FPS. This is the resolution where the combination performs best, offering smooth gameplay even at maximum settings.

At 2560x1440, the answer is yes with a caveat. The High, Medium, and Low presets all stay above 60 FPS, with High averaging 74.4 FPS. The Ultra preset falls short at 54.6 FPS, so users at this resolution should avoid the highest quality setting.

At 3840x2160, the answer is yes only at the lowest settings. The Low preset averages 78 FPS, which is playable, but Medium at 53.8 FPS, High at 47.5 FPS, and Ultra at 34.5 FPS all fail to reach the 60 FPS threshold. Users targeting 4K must significantly reduce visual quality to maintain smooth gameplay.

The overall assessment is that this hardware combination is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it delivers high frame rates at all settings. It can handle 1440p well with a moderate reduction in quality, and it offers limited 4K capability with Low settings. The Ryzen 9 9900X provides ample CPU performance, but the RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting factor at higher resolutions and presets. For users who prioritize high refresh rates at 1080p or balanced quality at 1440p, this combination is a solid choice. For 4K gaming, the hardware falls short of the 60 FPS target except at the lowest quality preset.