Lockdown Protocol

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-10400F sits at the 68th percentile among all CPUs tested in the database. Its average benchmark score of 14185 places it in a tight cluster of comparable processors. The closest rival is the Intel Xeon 6756E, which scores 14163, a difference of only 0.2%. The Intel Core 7 160UL comes in at 14232, trailing the i5-10400F by 0.3%. On the AMD side, the EPYC 7552 scores 14115, which is 0.5% behind, while the Ryzen 3 7320C leads the group with 14277, 0.6% ahead. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame pacing in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU, as the performance deltas are all within a fraction of a percent.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 also occupies the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23172. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA P106-100 at 23249, a 0.3% gap. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 matches at 23250, also 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23273, 0.4% off the RTX 3080, and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X rounds out the group at 23276, again 0.4% behind. These delta values are negligible for gaming workloads, so a system built around any of these GPUs would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the CPU does not become the limiting factor.

What this means for a buyer or builder is straightforward: the i5-10400F and RTX 3080 combination is not an outlier in either direction. Both components sit squarely in the middle of the performance distribution, and the nearest alternatives would behave almost identically. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost up to 4.30 GHz, are representative of its class. The GPU's GA102 chip, built on Samsung's 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors and a die size of 628 mm², defines its position in the hierarchy. Neither component is a performance outlier, which makes the pairing predictable and well understood.

CPU and GPU Roles

Lockdown Protocol shows clear scaling patterns across resolutions and presets, and the recorded data reveals how the balance shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the frame rates are consistently high across all settings. Low settings produce 198.8 FPS average, Medium, 173.7 FPS, High, 153.6 FPS, and Ultra, 113.5 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra spans 85.3 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is not heavily taxed at this resolution, allowing the CPU to assert more influence over the upper bounds of performance. The i5-10400F, with its 3dmark single-thread score of 688 and passmark singlethread score of 2541, combined with its 12 MB shared L3 cache, keeps the frame pipeline fed at these higher rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a larger role. Low settings deliver 181.1 FPS average, Medium, 130.9 FPS, High, 113.8 FPS, and Ultra, 83.1 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra grows to 98.0 FPS, a wider margin than at 1080p. The RTX 3080's 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus with 760.3 GB/s bandwidth becomes more relevant here, as the higher pixel count demands more memory throughput. The CPU is still capable, but the GPU's workload increases proportionally with the resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU dominates the performance picture. Low settings yield 120.6 FPS average, Medium, 85.5 FPS, High, 75.8 FPS, and Ultra, 56.5 FPS. The differential from Low to Ultra is 64.1 FPS, but the absolute values drop sharply compared to lower resolutions. The RTX 3080's 29.77 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 164.2 GPixel/s pixel rate are the deciding factors here. The CPU's contribution is still necessary to avoid bottlenecking, as evidenced by the i5-10400F maintaining playable frame delivery in all but the most extreme settings, but the GPU is clearly the primary constraint at 4K.

The scaling between presets reinforces this interpretation. At 1080p, stepping from Low to Ultra costs 85.3 FPS. At 1440p, the same step costs 98.0 FPS. At 4K, it costs 64.1 FPS. The non-linear behavior suggests that at 4K Ultra, the GPU hits a performance ceiling that compresses the range between settings, while at 1440p, the GPU still has headroom to express the preset differences. For this game, the RTX 3080 is the dominant component at 4K, while the i5-10400F matters most at 1080p and to a lesser extent at 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific combination at 1190 out of 3714 tested combos tested in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the upper third of all possible CPU and GPU pairings evaluated for this game. The rank of 1190 out of 3714 means that approximately 2524 other combinations outperform it, while 1189 rank below it. This is a solid mid-tier placement in the overall distribution of hardware configurations.

Interpreting this rank requires context. The i5-10400F and RTX 3080 pairing is by no means at the top of the chart, but it clearly outperforms a majority of tested combos in the database for this specific game. The 68th percentile standing of both components individually aligns closely with the combo ranking relative to all possible pairings. A combo rank of 1190 out of 3714 is consistent with components that sit near the 68th percentile mark. The data does not indicate any unusual synergy or deficiency in this pairing.

Comparatively, a combo ranked near the top of the list would be expected to deliver significantly higher frame rates across all resolutions and settings. This pairing's placement suggests, and the measured FPS data confirms, that it is a capable system for Lockdown Protocol, but not one that challenges the upper echelon of tested hardware. The verdictByResolution data further supports this, showing playability at all resolutions except for 4K Ultra where the average FPS drops to 56.5, below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

The rank is what it is a data point within a wide field, and it positions this combo neither overachieves nor underachieve relative to what the component benchmarks would predict. The i5-10400F's 68th percentile and RTX 3080's 68th percentile align with a ranking in the lower-middle of the upper third of tested combos. This is a straightforward conclusion from the recorded data: the combo rank in game at 1190 out of 3714 is a reliable indicator of where this system falls in the broader landscape of tested configurations.

The rank of 3714 total combos tested in the database provides the denominator for understanding the scaling of the number. The data set of 3714 combos is a fixed frame of reference. The percentileVsAllCpus field shows that 68% of all CPUs tested score below the i5-10400F, and the percentileVsAllGpus shows 68% of all GPUs score below the RTX 3080. These two metrics frame the combo rank in the context of the database. The combo rank in game of 1190 out of 3714 is a strong match with the individual component percentiles.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol? Yes, it can, and the recorded data makes the scope of playability clear. At 3840x2160, the system achieves 60 FPS or above on High settings, which produce 75.8 FPS average, Low settings at 120.6 FPS, and Medium settings at 85.5 FPS. Only Ultra settings at 4K, with 56.5 FPS, fall below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This means 4K gaming is viable, but the highest preset is out of reach if the target is a smooth 60 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, every tested preset clears the 60 FPS mark. Low settings deliver 181.1 FPS average, Medium, 130.9 FPS, High, 113.8 FPS, and Ultra, 83.1 FPS. The best settings for this resolution are Ultra, with an average FPS of 83.1, which is comfortably above the playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the system is even more capable. Low settings produce 198.8 FPS average, Medium, 173.7 FPS, High, 153.6 FPS, and Ultra, 113.5 FPS. The best settings at 1080p are also Ultra, with an average FPS of 113.5.

The playable threshold in the database is defined as 60 FPS. The verdictByResolution data confirms that the i5-10400F and RTX 3080 combination can run Lockdown Protocol at 4K High, Medium, and Low, at 1440p across all settings, and at 1080p across all settings. The only configuration that does not reach 60 FPS is 4K Ultra. For a user targeting the highest visual quality, 1440p Ultra is the sweet spot, delivering 83.1 FPS average while maintaining the most demanding preset. At 4K, dropping from Ultra to High yields a 19.3 FPS improvement, from 56.5 to 75.8, which is a substantial gain for one preset step.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings, with the playable threshold at 60 FPS. The average frame rates are recorded, and the database does not list minimum or maximum FPS values for this game, so the analysis relies on average performance.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 120.6 FPS, Medium, 85.5 FPS, High, 75.8 FPS, and Ultra, 56.5 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with the largest single drop occurring between Medium and High at 9.7 FPS, and between High and Ultra at 19.3 FPS. The step from Low to Medium is 35.1 FPS, which is the biggest reduction in the 4K sequence. This indicates that Low to Medium settings impose a significant GPU load increase, while the High to Ultra step is also substantial.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low, 181.1 FPS, Medium, 130.9 FPS, High, 113.8 FPS, and Ultra, 83.1 FPS. The Low to Medium drop is 50.2 FPS, the largest gap at this resolution. Medium to High costs 17.1 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 30.7 FPS. All four settings remain well above the 60 FPS threshold, with even the lowest average, Ultra at 83.1 FPS, clearing it by a margin of 23.1 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the averages are: Low, 198.8 FPS, Medium, 173.7 FPS, High, 153.6 FPS, and Ultra, 113.5 FPS. The Low to Medium drop is 25.1 FPS, Medium to High is 20.1 FPS, and High to Ultra is 40.1 FPS. The 1080p results show the least GPU pressure, with every setting delivering high frame rates. The data shows consistent behavior across resolutions: as resolution increases, the absolute frame rates drop, and the relative cost of each preset step changes. The 4K Ultra setting at 56.5 FPS is the only recorded average that falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average FPS of 75.8. Medium settings also clear the threshold at 85.5 FPS, and Low settings produce 120.6 FPS, but High represents the highest visual quality that maintains the 60 FPS target. Ultra at 4K drops to 56.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, so it is not recommended if the goal is a consistent 60 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 83.1. This is the most demanding preset available, and it comfortably clears the 60 FPS threshold by 23.1 FPS. All settings at 1440p are playable, but Ultra offers the maximum visual fidelity while still delivering a smooth experience. The step down to High at 113.8 FPS provides additional headroom, but it is not necessary to achieve playability.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average FPS of 113.5. This is the highest preset at the lowest resolution, and it delivers more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra setting at 1080p provides a 30.4 FPS advantage over the same preset at 1440p, and a 57.0 FPS advantage over 4K Ultra. For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, 1080p Low reaches 198.8 FPS, but Ultra at 1080p strikes the best balance between visual quality and performance.

The recommendation across all three resolutions is consistent: use Ultra whenever it clears 60 FPS, and at 4K, use High as the ceiling. The data indicates that this system is best utilized at 1440p Ultra, where the combination of resolution and preset delivers a strong visual experience at 83.1 FPS average.

FAQ

Q: Can the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 run Lockdown Protocol at 4K?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 the system achieves 75.8 FPS average on High settings, 85.5 FPS on Medium, and 120.6 FPS on Low. Ultra settings at 4K drop to 56.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting at 2560x1440 for this combination?

A: The best setting at 1440p is Ultra, which delivers 83.1 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset and it stays well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 3080 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 3080 has an average benchmark score of 23172. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, 0.3% higher, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 scores 23250, 0.3% higher, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23273, 0.4% higher, and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X scores 23276, 0.4% higher.

Q: What is the only setting that falls below 60 FPS across all tested resolutions?

A: The only recorded average below 60 FPS is 3840x2160 Ultra, which produces 56.5 FPS. All other settings at all three resolutions clear the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU benchmark performance of the i5-10400F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-10400F scores 14185 on average. The Intel Xeon 6756E scores 14163, 0.2% lower, the Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14232, 0.3% higher, the AMD EPYC 7552 scores 14115, 0.5% lower, and the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14277, 0.6% higher.

Q: What frame rate does the system achieve at 1080p Ultra?

A: At 1920x1080 Ultra, the system delivers 113.5 FPS average. This is the highest preset at 1080p and it remains well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.