Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol, a first-person shooter released in March 2024, places heavy demands on both processor and graphics hardware. This analysis covers the combination of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 CPU and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, using measured frame rates from the database. The data set includes average, minimum, and maximum FPS for three resolutions and four quality presets, along with a global ranking among tested combinations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system delivers an average of 124 FPS on Low settings, 88 FPS on Medium, 77 FPS on High, and 58 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset records a minimum of 75 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS; the other presets only report averages. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial: 66 FPS separates the two extremes. At 2560x1440 (1440p), Low averages 192 FPS, Medium 136 FPS, High 119 FPS, and Ultra 89 FPS. Medium again provides the only min/max data: 116 FPS minimum and 157 FPS maximum. At 1920x1080 (1080p), the numbers climb further: Low hits 262 FPS, Medium 186 FPS, High 162 FPS, and Ultra 122 FPS. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 158 FPS and a maximum of 214 FPS. These figures indicate that the combination is capable of very high refresh rates at lower resolutions, while 4K Ultra falls just short of the 60 FPS playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions reveals how the workload shifts between the two components. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 122 (Ultra) to 262 (Low), suggesting that the CPU, with its 16 cores and 32 threads, can feed frames quickly enough to avoid bottlenecking the GPU. The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,314 and a single-core score of 2,044, indicating strong per-thread performance for game logic and draw calls. At 1440p, the same presets drop by roughly 30 to 50 FPS, and at 4K they fall further. This pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, where the RTX 4090's rendering load becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 38,194 and its 24 GB of GDDR6X memory provide ample bandwidth for high-resolution textures, but the 4K Ultra preset still cannot maintain 60 FPS. The data shows that the CPU is sufficient to keep the GPU fed at 1080p and 1440p, while the GPU's raw throughput determines the ceiling at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database, this specific CPU and GPU pairing is ranked 806th out of 3,714 tested combinations. That places it in the upper portion of all systems, outperforming the majority of configurations. The ranking is based on a composite of benchmark scores and measured game performance, and the recorded data shows that this combo sits comfortably above the median. While the absolute rank is not top-tier, it reflects a very strong pairing for a demanding FPS title like Lockdown Protocol. The CPU alone ranks in the 95th percentile among all processors, and the GPU in the 88th percentile among all graphics cards, so the combination leverages two high-performing components.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K Ultra?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 58, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings are the best option at 4K, averaging 77 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings deliver an average of 89 FPS at 2560x1440, making it the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. All four presets at this resolution are playable.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 1080p on all presets?

A: Yes. Even the highest preset, Ultra, averages 122 FPS at 1920x1080. Low settings reach 262 FPS, so the system is well above the threshold across the board.

Q: Which resolution shows the smallest difference between Low and Ultra?

A: At 1080p, the difference is 140 FPS (262 Low vs. 122 Ultra). At 1440p, it is 103 FPS (192 vs. 89), and at 4K it is 66 FPS (124 vs. 58). The relative impact of quality settings shrinks as resolution increases.

Q: Are there any recorded minimum or maximum frame times?

A: Only for the Medium preset. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 158 FPS and maximum 214 FPS; at 1440p Medium, 116 and 157; at 4K Medium, 75 and 101. These values indicate stable frame pacing within the Medium preset.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems?

A: It is ranked 806th out of 3,714 combinations, meaning it outperforms roughly 78% of the tested configurations in the database.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU, based on average benchmark scores, are the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (average score 76,513, 1.6% higher than the Ryzen AI Max+ 395), the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P (76,492, 1.6% higher), the Intel Core i9-14900K (79,097, 1.7% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX (76,212, 2.0% higher). These processors are within a narrow performance band, so a system using any of them with the same RTX 4090 would likely produce very similar FPS in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the rest of the system is comparable. For the GPU, the closest matches are the Intel Arc Pro A60 (average score 60,326, 0.0% difference), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 (60,140, 0.3% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (61,896, 2.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 (58,657, 2.9% lower). These GPUs have nearly identical average benchmark scores to the RTX 4090, but they are not necessarily identical in gaming performance; the RTX 4090's specific architecture and driver optimizations could still yield different results in this title. The data suggests that swapping the CPU or GPU for one of these near-equal alternatives would not drastically change the frame rates observed.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 77 FPS. Ultra is not playable because it drops to 58 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra is playable with an average of 89 FPS, making it the best choice. At 1920x1080, Ultra averages 122 FPS, so it is the recommended setting for the highest visual quality while maintaining a large margin above the 60 FPS threshold. These recommendations follow the database's definition of "best settings": the highest quality preset that does not fall below 60 FPS on average.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 can run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS or higher across all tested resolutions, provided the correct preset is selected. At 4K, the system clears 60 FPS on Low, Medium, and High settings, with High being the optimal balance of quality and performance. At 1440p and 1080p, every preset from Low to Ultra exceeds 60 FPS, allowing users to enable Ultra settings without concern. The recorded data confirms that this combination is fully capable of delivering a smooth experience in this FPS title, with the only limitation being the 4K Ultra preset, which falls just short of the threshold. For players prioritizing high refresh rates, 1080p Ultra provides 122 FPS, and even 1440p Ultra holds 89 FPS. Overall, this system is more than adequate for Lockdown Protocol, offering a wide range of playable configurations.