Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a capable 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, but 4K gaming requires careful settings management. The recorded data shows this combination sits at rank 2154 out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the upper half of the database. The CPU holds its own with a 68th percentile ranking among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 65th percentile, making this a balanced pairing for a fast-paced FPS title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database shows the Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494, placing it in a tight cluster of similarly performing processors. The Intel Core 3 N355 matches it almost exactly with a score of 13492 and a delta of 0 percent. The Intel Core i5-9500 trails by a mere 0.3 percent with a score of 13452, meaning users would see virtually identical CPU-bound behavior in Lockdown Protocol. The Intel Core 5 120UL sits slightly ahead at 13594, a 0.7 percent advantage, while the Intel Core i7-1250U leads this group by 1.1 percent with a score of 13351. For gaming, these differences fall well within run-to-run variance.

On the graphics side, the RTX 2070 SUPER posts an average benchmark score of 20282, with the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M slightly ahead at 20480, a 1 percent advantage. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile outperforms it by 1.2 percent with a score of 20534, while the Intel Arc B570 and Intel Arc A750 sit 1.3 percent and 1.5 percent higher respectively. These deltas are small enough that all four alternatives would produce nearly identical frame rates in this game. A user upgrading from a Quadro M4000M or considering an Arc A750 should expect similar performance headroom.

The single-threaded performance of the i3-12100F deserves attention for an FPS title. Its 3dmark_single_thread score of 893 and passmark_single_thread score of 3444 indicate strong per-core capability, which matters for games that rely on a few heavily loaded threads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1674 reinforces this pattern. Multi-threaded results, including the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11860 and Geekbench multi-core score of 7252, show the four-core design still handles modern game engine workloads adequately.

CPU and GPU Roles

The balance between processor and graphics card shifts noticeably across resolutions in Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, the frame rates scale dramatically with settings, from 177.7 FPS on Low to 84.5 FPS on Ultra. This wide spread indicates the GPU becomes the limiting factor as settings increase, but the CPU is clearly capable of feeding high frame rates at lower presets. The jump from Low to Medium at 1080p drops performance by roughly 31 percent, while the jump from Medium to High costs another 9 percent.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues but with a narrower range. Low settings produce 127.7 FPS, while Ultra still manages 61.1 FPS. The scaling from 1080p Low to 1440p Low shows a 28 percent reduction in frame rate, suggesting the GPU is taking on more work at higher pixel counts. The CPU contribution remains sufficient, as evidenced by the consistent performance ordering across presets at each resolution.

The 3840x2160 results reveal where the GPU's workload dominates the equation most clearly. Ultra settings drop to 36.9 FPS, a 56 percent reduction from 1440p Ultra at 61.1 FPS. This steep decline at 4K demonstrates that the RTX 2070 SUPER, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth, reaches its practical limit for this game at higher resolutions. The CPU matters less here, as frame rates are constrained by the graphics card's pixel throughput and texture processing capabilities.

The data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the pairing is well balanced, neither component consistently bottlenecking the other. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor, especially at High and Ultra presets where average FPS falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database records 12 distinct measurement points for this combination across three resolutions and four quality presets. Minimum and maximum FPS values are not recorded, so the analysis relies on average frame rates.

At 1920x1080, the results are consistently strong. Low settings deliver 177.7 FPS average, Medium reaches 122.8 FPS, High produces 112.1 FPS, and Ultra still maintains 84.5 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a wide margin, making 1080p the most comfortable environment for this hardware.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains solid across the board. Low settings hit 127.7 FPS, Medium achieves 90.8 FPS, High delivers 78.3 FPS, and Ultra manages 61.1 FPS. All four presets stay at or above 60 FPS, though Ultra sits barely above the threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 28 percent at Low settings, 26 percent at Medium, 30 percent at High, and 28 percent at Ultra, showing consistent resolution scaling behavior.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes. Low settings produce 82.7 FPS, which clears the playable threshold comfortably. Medium settings drop to 60.2 FPS, just barely above the threshold. High settings fall to 52.5 FPS, below the playable mark, and Ultra plunges to 36.9 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 4K represents a 13 percent performance loss, while the gap between High and Ultra represents a 30 percent loss, illustrating the steep cost of the highest quality presets at this resolution.

The recorded data shows the transition from 1440p to 4K is the most punishing scaling step. At Low settings, the drop is 35 percent, at Medium it is 34 percent, at High it is 33 percent, and at Ultra it is 40 percent. The Ultra preset at 4K demonstrates the clearest GPU limitation, with frame rates falling below 40 FPS.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The recorded average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 84.5 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets at 1080p clear the threshold, with Low reaching 177.7 FPS, Medium 122.8 FPS, and High 112.1 FPS.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: Ultra is the best playable setting at 1440p, delivering 61.1 FPS average. Low settings reach 127.7 FPS, Medium 90.8 FPS, and High 78.3 FPS, meaning every preset is playable, with Ultra barely meeting the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is 4K playable with this hardware?

A: Only at Low and Medium settings. Low produces 82.7 FPS average, which is playable, and Medium hits 60.2 FPS, just above the threshold. High falls to 52.5 FPS and Ultra at 36.9 FPS fall below the playable mark.

Q: How does the CPU compare to nearby processors in the database?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494, ranking at the 68th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, scores 13492 with a 0 percent delta, followed by the Intel Core i5-9500 at 13452 with a 0.3 percent delta.

Q: How does the GPU compare to similar graphics cards?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER averages a benchmark score of 20282, ranking at the 65th percentile. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M leads by 1 percent with a score of 20480, the RTX 3070 Mobile leads by 1.2 percent, and the Intel Arc A750 leads by 1.5 percent.

Q: What resolution offers the smoothest experience?

A: 1920x1080 provides the highest frame rates across all presets. Low settings reach 177.7 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains 84.5 FPS, offering the largest performance cushion above the 60 FPS threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are the best choice, delivering 84.5 FPS average. This preset provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The frame rate headroom of 24.5 FPS over the playable minimum leaves room for demanding scenes or background tasks.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings remain viable with 61.1 FPS average. This sits just 1.1 FPS above the playable threshold, so users who prefer a larger safety margin might consider High settings at 78.3 FPS. However, the data confirms Ultra is technically playable at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, Medium settings are the highest playable preset, achieving 60.2 FPS average. This barely crosses the 60 FPS threshold. Low settings offer a more comfortable experience at 82.7 FPS for users who prioritize smoothness over visual fidelity at 4K. High and Ultra settings fall below the playable threshold at 52.5 FPS and 36.9 FPS respectively.

The pattern across resolutions shows that 1080p allows maximum settings, 1440p allows maximum settings with a slim margin, and 4K requires dropping to Medium for playable performance. The RTX 2070 SUPER has sufficient power for high refresh rates at 1080p, solid performance at 1440p, and limited capability at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i3-12100F and RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 2154 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested hardware pairings, meaning it outperforms more than half of the configurations in the database while trailing the top performers.

The CPU's 68th percentile ranking among all processors suggests the i3-12100F is a stronger component relative to its peers than the GPU's 65th percentile. This small gap indicates the pairing is well matched, with neither component dramatically outclassing the other. The balanced nature of this combo is reflected in the consistent playability across resolutions, where the limiting factor shifts gradually from CPU at 1080p to GPU at 4K.

The rank of 2154 out of 3714 also shows there is substantial room for improvement. Combos ranking higher likely feature more recent processors with higher core counts or newer graphics cards with better rasterization performance. However, for a 1080p and 1440p gaming focus, this pairing delivers playable frame rates at every preset, which is a meaningful accomplishment given the mid-range positioning of both components.

The 4K results temper the overall assessment. While Low and Medium settings at 3840x2160 are playable, the inability to sustain High or Ultra at 4K prevents this combo from ranking higher. The GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth, combined with its 256-bit memory bus, provide enough throughput for 1440p gaming but fall short of the demands imposed by 4K Ultra settings in this title.

For a builder targeting 1080p high-refresh or 1440p high-quality gaming, this combination represents a sensible pairing. The i3-12100F provides strong single-thread performance, and the RTX 2070 SUPER offers adequate rasterization power. The recorded data confirms that Lockdown Protocol runs smoothly at 1440p Ultra and 1080p Ultra, with 4K available as an option for users willing to compromise on quality settings.