Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a fast-paced FPS that demands a responsive combination of CPU and GPU throughput, and the pairing of the Intel Core i5-11400F with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 delivers a clear verdict: this system is fully capable of running the game at smooth, playable frame rates across all tested resolutions. The recorded data shows that the only setting that fails to clear the 60 FPS threshold is the Ultra preset at 4K, where the average frame rate drops to 44 FPS. For every other combination of resolution and preset, the system either meets or significantly exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold, making this a versatile configuration for competitive and high-refresh-rate play.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database contains measured average frame rates for four quality presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160). The data shows a consistent and predictable scaling pattern, with frame rates decreasing as resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. The Low preset produces an average of 200 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure for this configuration. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 142 FPS, with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 163 FPS. The High preset yields 124 FPS on average, while the Ultra preset still maintains a strong 93 FPS average. None of these presets at 1080p come close to falling below the 60 FPS threshold; even the most demanding Ultra setting is 33 FPS above the playable baseline.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains very high, though the scaling from 1080p shows a measurable impact. The Low preset averages 147 FPS, which is a 53 FPS drop from its 1080p counterpart. Medium averages 104 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS. High averages 91 FPS, and Ultra averages 68 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the closest this system comes to the playable threshold at lower resolutions, but it still clears it by 8 FPS on average.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become apparent. The Low preset averages 95 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS, meaning that while the average is playable, occasional dips below 60 FPS are possible. High averages 59 FPS, which is just one frame below the playable threshold, and Ultra averages 44 FPS, which is not playable according to the database's 60 FPS standard. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is only viable for this configuration on the Low and Medium presets.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the AMD Radeon RX 7700 is the dominant performance driver for this game, with the Intel Core i5-11400F providing ample support. The scaling between resolutions and presets demonstrates that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as graphical load increases, while the CPU maintains a sufficient frame rate ceiling at lower settings.

Looking at the 1920x1080 results, the Low preset achieves 200 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with data faster than the GPU can render at this low graphical load. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 107 FPS (200 down to 93), which is a substantial 53.5% reduction in frame rate. This large gap is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where increasing the graphical fidelity directly impacts the render time per frame.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds. Low averages 147 FPS, while Ultra averages 68 FPS, a difference of 79 FPS. The absolute numbers are lower than at 1080p, confirming that the GPU is doing more work per frame at this resolution. The CPU's role becomes less critical here, as the frame rates are still high enough to indicate that the i5-11400F is not the limiting factor.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant constraint. The Low preset averages 95 FPS, which is still a respectable number, but the Ultra preset drops to 44 FPS. The 51 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 4K shows that the GPU's rendering capacity is the determining factor. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a multi-core score of 14340 in Cinebench R23 and a single-core score of 2024, are more than adequate for a game like Lockdown Protocol, which does not appear to be heavily threaded based on the frame rate scaling.

The evidence from the resolution scaling points to a GPU-bound system. Moving from 1080p Low (200 FPS) to 1440p Low (147 FPS) is a 53 FPS drop, and moving from 1440p Low to 4K Low (95 FPS) is a further 52 FPS drop. This consistent reduction of roughly 25-27% per resolution step is characteristic of a GPU that is working harder to fill more pixels. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has enough headroom to maintain high frame rates without becoming a bottleneck at any tested setting.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU, which helps contextualize the performance of this specific combination. For the Intel Core i5-11400F, the closest performance equivalents are a mix of server and mobile processors, indicating that its compute capability is well within the range of other modern parts.

The CPU's nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7H12, which has an average benchmark score of 17120, representing a 0.3% advantage over the i5-11400F's average score of 17177. The Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17239, which is 0.4% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 17278, which is 0.6% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 164U scores 17074, which is 0.6% lower. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning that swapping the i5-11400F for any of these chips would result in virtually identical performance in a game like Lockdown Protocol, where the GPU is the primary bottleneck.

For the AMD Radeon RX 7700, the nearest rivals show a similar level of parity. The AMD Radeon R9 370X has an average score of 15862, which is 0.1% higher than the RX 7700's score of 15852. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 scores 16014, which is 1% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, which is 1.7% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15679, which is 1.1% lower. These small deltas suggest that any of these GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. A system built with the RTX 3060 Ti, for instance, would likely show the same 4K Medium average of 67 FPS and the same 1440p Ultra average of 68 FPS, given the 1.7% performance difference.

The practical takeaway is that this configuration sits in a well-populated performance tier. Users with a CPU from this rival group and a GPU from this rival group can expect the same general playability profile: excellent at 1080p and 1440p, and limited to Low or Medium at 4K.

The Verdict

The recorded data provides a definitive answer on whether this PC can run Lockdown Protocol. According to the database's playable threshold of 60 FPS, the system is playable at all tested resolutions, but with a caveat at 4K.

At 1920x1080, every preset is playable. The database lists Low, Medium, High, and Ultra as playable settings, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 93 FPS. This means users can run the game at maximum fidelity while still maintaining a frame rate that is 33 FPS above the playable threshold, which is well-suited for smooth competitive play.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable. The best settings are Ultra, which averages 68 FPS. This is a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum frame rate for the Medium preset (88 FPS) suggests that even in demanding scenes, the system holds up well.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The playable settings are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best playable option at an average of 67 FPS. However, the minimum frame rate for Medium is recorded at 57 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This indicates that while the average is playable, there may be moments of stutter or frame drops during intense gameplay. The High preset averages 59 FPS, which is just below the threshold, and Ultra averages 44 FPS, which is not playable.

The overall verdict is positive. This system can run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and at 4K with medium settings. For users prioritizing frame rate over fidelity, the 4K Low preset offers a robust 95 FPS average.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this system can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest recorded average is 200 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

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

A: No. The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 44 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Which preset is recommended for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 68 FPS, making it the best settings choice while remaining above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 4K Medium?

A: The average is 67 FPS, but the minimum recorded frame rate is 57 FPS, so there can be occasional dips below the threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-11400F compare to its closest rival, the AMD EPYC 7H12?

A: The AMD EPYC 7H12 has an average benchmark score of 17120, which is 0.3% higher than the i5-11400F's score of 17177. The difference is negligible for gaming.

Q: Is the AMD Radeon RX 7700 significantly slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The RTX 3060 Ti has an average benchmark score of 16129, which is 1.7% higher than the RX 7700's score of 15852. In practice, this would result in nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

Best Settings per Resolution

The database provides clear guidance on the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS for each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which delivers an average of 93 FPS. This is the highest quality preset available, and the system runs it with a 33 FPS margin above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 68 FPS. This is a playable frame rate, though the margin is thinner than at 1080p. Users seeking a more comfortable buffer might prefer High, which averages 91 FPS, but Ultra remains the most demanding playable option.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Medium, averaging 67 FPS. This is the only playable preset above Low, but users should be aware that the minimum frame rate of 57 FPS means the experience may not be perfectly smooth in all scenes. For a more consistent frame rate at 4K, the Low preset averages 95 FPS and provides a much larger safety margin.