Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900M delivers a dominant performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution and preset combination except for one. Across the board, this combo ranks in the 1588th position out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the upper tier of systems. The data shows a machine that is not merely playable but exceptionally smooth, with the only sub-60 result being 4K Ultra at 47 FPS average. For gamers targeting high refresh rates or maximum visual fidelity, this pairing offers a wide operating window, though the 4K Ultra setting remains the sole outlier.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces staggering frame rates that leave significant headroom for high-refresh displays. On Low settings, the average FPS reaches 214, which is the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield an average of 152 FPS with a minimum of 129 and a maximum of 175, indicating strong frame pacing stability. High settings drop to 133 FPS average, while Ultra still maintains a robust 99 FPS average. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a performance reduction of approximately 54%, from 214 down to 99 FPS, yet every setting remains far above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance envelope tightens but remains exceedingly strong. Low settings produce 157 FPS average, and Medium delivers 111 FPS with a minimum of 95 and a maximum of 128. High settings achieve 97 FPS average, while Ultra settles at 73 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra is notable, falling from 99 FPS to 73 FPS, a 26% decrease, but the experience stays fluid. At 1440p Low, the 157 FPS figure still offers substantial headroom above 60 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset clears the threshold with a 13 FPS margin.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show its limits under maximum load. Ultra settings produce an average of 47 FPS, which is the only result below the playable threshold of 60 FPS. High settings recover to 63 FPS average, Medium reaches 72 FPS with a minimum of 61 and a maximum of 83, and Low achieves 101 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings is steep, dropping from 97 FPS to 63 FPS, a 35% reduction. However, the Medium preset at 4K provides a stable 72 FPS average with a minimum above the threshold, making it a viable option for 4K gaming.

The data reveals consistent frame delivery across resolutions. The Medium settings at each resolution include min/max figures, and in all three cases the minimum stays above 60 FPS: 129 at 1080p, 95 at 1440p, and 61 at 4K. This suggests the system maintains playable frame rates even during demanding scenes, with only the 4K Ultra preset lacking recorded min/max data due to its sub-60 average.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU becomes the dominant constraint as resolution increases, while the CPU maintains sufficient headroom to avoid bottlenecks at lower settings. At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra is 115 FPS, from 214 to 99, which is a massive 54% reduction. This scaling is primarily driven by the GPU's workload, as the CPU with 16 cores and 32 threads based on Zen 5 architecture provides ample processing power for the game's FPS genre demands.

At 1440p, the scaling from Low to Ultra narrows to 84 FPS, from 157 to 73, a 54% drop that mirrors the 1080p pattern. The consistency of this percentage across resolutions suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor at both 1080p and 1440p, with the CPU not introducing a significant bottleneck. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35314 and single-core score of 2044 indicate strong computational capability, and its 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it well above average.

At 4K, the scaling from Low to Ultra is 54 FPS, from 101 to 47, representing a 53% reduction. The absolute frame rates drop significantly, and the Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS, which points to the GPU's rasterization limits at this resolution. The GPU's 38.52 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 576.0 GB/s memory bandwidth are substantial, but 4K Ultra in Lockdown Protocol demands more than this mobile GPU can deliver.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the 214 FPS average suggests the GPU is not the bottleneck, and the CPU's high single-core performance, reflected in its Geekbench single-core score of 2464, helps feed the GPU efficiently. However, the lack of a significant difference in percentage scaling between resolutions indicates that the GPU is the primary performance driver across all tested configurations, with the CPU providing consistent support without becoming a limiting factor.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 1588th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the 57th percentile of all systems. This is a strong position, but the ranking reflects the entire system's capabilities relative to the full database of combos. The CPU alone sits in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77740, while the GPU is in the 94th percentile among all GPUs with an average score of 97487. The combination of two top-tier components results in a system that outperforms the majority of tested configurations.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals provides context for its contribution. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX has an average score of 76513, which is 1.6% lower than the Ryzen AI Max+ 395. The AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P scores 76492, also 1.6% lower. The Intel Core i9-14900K scores 79097, which is 1.7% higher, making it the closest competitor. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX scores 76212, 2% lower. This places the CPU in a tight competitive band, with only the i9-14900K edging ahead.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show a similar pattern. The AMD Radeon Pro VII averages 97131, just 0.4% lower, while the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 6000 averages 101872, 4.3% higher. The AMD Radeon Instinct MI60 scores 92466, 5.4% lower, and the NVIDIA RTX A4500 scores 91671, 6.3% lower. The RX 7900M holds its own against these workstation-class cards, trailing only the Quadro RTX 6000 by a notable margin. The combo's overall rank of 1588 out of 3714 suggests that while each component is near the top of its class, the system as a whole faces stiff competition from other high-end pairings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The highest average FPS is 214, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is the system capable of running the game at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No, the 4K Ultra preset produces an average of 47 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1440p resolution?

A: The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers an average of 73 FPS, making it the most demanding playable setting at that resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the Intel Core i9-14900K in benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 has an average benchmark score of 77740, which is 1.7% lower than the Intel Core i9-14900K's score of 79097.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 4K Medium settings?

A: At 4K Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 61, which stays above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What percentile ranking does the GPU achieve among all GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7900M achieves a 94th percentile ranking among all GPUs.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 99 FPS, which is the most demanding setting that remains above the 60 FPS threshold. This provides excellent visual fidelity while maintaining a high frame rate, making it the optimal choice for 1080p gaming.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 73 FPS, which clears the playable threshold by 13 FPS. This makes Ultra the best playable setting at 1440p, offering maximum quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding playable option, with an average of 63 FPS. The Medium preset is also playable at 72 FPS, but High provides better visual quality while still exceeding the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the playable threshold.

The data shows a clear pattern: at each resolution, the system can handle the highest preset except at 4K, where the Ultra setting exceeds the GPU's capabilities. The best settings are Ultra at 1080p and 1440p, and High at 4K, with all achieving averages above 60 FPS.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol with excellent performance across most configurations. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra achieves playable frame rates, with the Ultra setting delivering a 99 FPS average. The verdict for 1080p is unequivocal: the system handles the game with significant headroom, even at maximum settings.

At 2560x1440, the system also passes all presets, with Ultra averaging 73 FPS. The verdict at 1440p is equally positive, as the game runs smoothly at the highest quality setting. The 73 FPS average at Ultra provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The playable settings include High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best option at 63 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS is unplayable according to the 60 FPS threshold. The verdict for 4K is that the system can run the game well, but users must avoid the Ultra preset. The High preset at 63 FPS is sufficient for a smooth 4K experience, though the margin is slim. For those prioritizing frame rate over visual quality, the Medium preset at 72 FPS offers a more comfortable buffer.

Overall, this combo is a strong performer in Lockdown Protocol, with the only limitation being 4K Ultra. The system's ability to maintain playable frame rates at nearly every tested setting makes it a versatile choice for gamers across different resolutions and quality preferences.