Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is a strong 1080p and 1440p performer for Lockdown Protocol, with 4K capability at reduced settings. In the benchmark database, this combination ranks 874th out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the top ~24% of all configurations. The CPU holds the 72nd percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU sits at the 55th percentile among all tested graphics cards. The measured frame rates show a setup that can comfortably clear the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution tested, though the margin shrinks significantly at 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 874 out of 3714 tested combinations puts this pairing in the upper quartile of all tested systems. This is not a top-tier enthusiast configuration, but it is firmly in the "very capable" territory for a competitive FPS title like Lockdown Protocol. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing: the i5-12400's 6-core/12-thread Alder Lake architecture delivers solid throughput, while the RX 9070 XT's RDNA 4.0 architecture provides substantial graphics horsepower.

Looking at the individual components, the CPU's average benchmark score of 18683 places it at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7643 (scoring 18697, a -0.1% delta), the Intel Core i7-1355U (18730, -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811, -0.7%). The Intel Core i3-14100F comes closest from below with a score of 18519, a +0.9% delta. These deltas are all within 1% of each other, indicating that the i5-12400 sits in a densely packed performance band where small benchmark variations separate near-identical performers.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 13543 places it at the 55th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are surprising: the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (13536, +0.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13515, +0.2%), and the NVIDIA P106-090 (13470, +0.5%). The AMD Radeon Pro 555 trails at 13407, a +1.0% delta. These are all older or lower-tier cards, which suggests the RX 9070 XT's average score is pulled down by its weaker compute and DirectX 9/10/11 results, despite its strong 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 7260 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 65879.

The practical takeaway from the ranking data is that this combo punches above its GPU percentile. The CPU's 72nd percentile ranking helps lift the overall system performance, and the measured FPS data confirms that the combination works well for Lockdown Protocol specifically.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at each resolution, based on measured data, is as follows:

1920x1080: Ultra settings run at 121 FPS average. This is the best visual quality available at this resolution with a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. Even the most demanding preset leaves plenty of headroom for competitive play.

2560x1440: Ultra settings run at 89 FPS average. This is the recommended choice at 1440p, as it clears the 60 FPS threshold by a healthy margin while delivering maximum visual fidelity. The gap between Ultra (89 FPS) and High (118 FPS) is only 29 FPS, so dropping to High provides additional headroom if you prefer higher refresh rates.

3840x2160: High settings run at 76 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings drop to 57 FPS average, which falls below the playable threshold. Medium settings run at 87 FPS, and Low at 123 FPS, but High is the best balance of visual quality and playability at this resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but not at maximum settings. At 3840x2160, High settings produce 76 FPS average, Medium produces 87 FPS, and Low produces 123 FPS. Ultra settings fall short at 57 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The data shows 2560x1440 at Ultra settings provides 89 FPS average, which is a strong balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings run at 121 FPS, offering the highest frame rates with maximum quality.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest alternatives?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 scores 18683 on average, with its nearest rival the AMD EPYC 7643 scoring 18697 (-0.1% delta). The Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730 (-0.3%), the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811 (-0.7%), and the Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18519 (+0.9%). All are within 1% of each other.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest alternatives?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT scores 13543 on average. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (13536, +0.1%), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13515, +0.2%), and NVIDIA P106-090 (13470, +0.5%). The AMD Radeon Pro 555 scores 13407 (+1.0%).

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo produces 135 FPS average, with a minimum of 115 FPS and maximum of 156 FPS. This provides a very consistent experience with minimal frame drops.

Q: Is the 60 FPS threshold met at all resolutions?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, three of four presets clear 60 FPS, with only Ultra falling short at 57 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in benchmark performance are all within 1% of the i5-12400's average score of 18683. The AMD EPYC 7643 (18697, -0.1%) and Intel Core i7-1355U (18730, -0.3%) would behave nearly identically in CPU-bound scenarios. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811, -0.7%) offers slightly higher throughput, while the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519, +0.9%) is marginally slower. In practice, these differences are negligible for gaming workloads.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are much older hardware. The AMD Radeon HD 7770M (13536, +0.1%) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13515, +0.2%) have nearly identical average benchmark scores to the RX 9070 XT, but these are legacy cards from a different era. The NVIDIA P106-090 (13470, +0.5%) is a mining-oriented card, and the AMD Radeon Pro 555 (13407, +1.0%) is a workstation part. The RX 9070 XT's modern architecture (RDNA 4.0, 16 GB GDDR6 memory, 644.6 GB/s bandwidth) makes it far more capable in current titles despite the similar average scores, which are likely skewed by older DirectX benchmarks.

If you were considering alternatives, a system with an AMD EPYC 7643 or Intel Core i7-1355U CPU would deliver essentially identical CPU performance. For the GPU, the measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol is specific to the RX 9070 XT, so comparable behavior from the listed rivals is not guaranteed despite similar average benchmark scores.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for Lockdown Protocol with this combo are as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 260 FPS average
• Medium: 185 FPS average (minimum 157, maximum 212)
• High: 161 FPS average
• Ultra: 121 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 191 FPS average
• Medium: 135 FPS average (minimum 115, maximum 156)
• High: 118 FPS average
• Ultra: 89 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 123 FPS average
• Medium: 87 FPS average (minimum 74, maximum 100)
• High: 76 FPS average
• Ultra: 57 FPS average

The only preset where min/max data is available is Medium across all three resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the spread is 157-212 FPS, a 55 FPS range. At 1440p Medium, the spread is 115-156 FPS, a 41 FPS range. At 4K Medium, the spread is 74-100 FPS, a 26 FPS range. The tighter range at higher resolutions suggests the GPU becomes the limiting factor, reducing frame-time variance.

Scaling from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings shows a consistent drop. At Ultra, 121 FPS drops to 89 FPS (-26%). At High, 161 FPS drops to 118 FPS (-27%). At Medium, 185 FPS drops to 135 FPS (-27%). At Low, 260 FPS drops to 191 FPS (-27%). Moving from 1440p to 4K shows a larger drop: Ultra goes from 89 to 57 FPS (-36%), High from 118 to 76 FPS (-36%), Medium from 135 to 87 FPS (-36%), and Low from 191 to 123 FPS (-36%). This consistent scaling pattern indicates a well-behaved performance curve across settings and resolutions.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol. The verdict by resolution is clear:

At 1920x1080, every preset clears the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra runs at 121 FPS average, providing the best visual quality with a 2x margin over the playability threshold. This is the recommended configuration for maximum quality.

At 2560x1440, every preset also clears 60 FPS. Ultra runs at 89 FPS average, which is the best settings choice at this resolution. The margin over 60 FPS is substantial, and the frame pacing data from Medium (115-156 FPS range) suggests consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, three of four presets clear 60 FPS. High settings at 76 FPS average is the most demanding playable option. Ultra falls short at 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. For 4K gaming, High is the recommended preset.

The i5-12400's 6-core/12-thread configuration with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz provides ample CPU headroom, as evidenced by the 72nd percentile ranking. The RX 9070 XT's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth handle the game's assets without issue. The overall combo rank of 874 out of 3714 confirms this is a well-above-average configuration for Lockdown Protocol. If you own this hardware, you can play at 1080p or 1440p with maximum settings, or at 4K with High settings, all comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold.