Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination ranks 1549th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. This pairing delivers a playable experience across most of the tested spectrum, though the data shows a clear boundary at 4K Ultra settings, where average frame rates dip to exactly 50 FPS, below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1549 out of 3714 places it in the 58th percentile of all tested CPU-GPU pairings for this title. That positioning reflects a system that is neither a top-tier enthusiast config nor a budget compromise—it sits comfortably in the upper half of the field, with headroom to handle the game’s demands at high resolutions and settings.

Examining the components individually provides context for this rank. The Core i5-12400 achieves an average benchmark score of 18683, placing it in the 72nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are remarkably close in aggregate performance: the AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18697 (just 0.1% higher), the Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730 (0.3% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811 (0.7% higher). The Intel Core i3-14100F trails slightly with a score of 18519, 0.9% lower. This clustering indicates that the i5-12400’s computational throughput is well within a tight band of modern processors.

On the graphics side, the RTX 3070 posts an average benchmark score of 17208, sitting in the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT at 17083 (0.7% lower), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 at 17037 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M at 17019 (1.1% lower). The NVIDIA Tesla K40c edges ahead at 17468, a 1.5% margin. These deltas are small, suggesting that the RTX 3070’s raw compute performance is comparable to a diverse set of accelerators, though in-game results will diverge due to architectural differences and driver optimization.

The combination of a 72nd-percentile CPU and a 61st-percentile GPU yields a system that ranks slightly above the midpoint of all tested combos. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, which scales heavily with resolution and settings, the balance between the two components proves adequate for most scenarios, as detailed in the FPS breakdown below.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but not at maximum settings. The measured data shows playable average frame rates at 4K High (60.8 FPS), Medium (71.4 FPS), and Low (102.4 FPS). At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 50 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gameplay?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 74.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. All four tested settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at this resolution, with Ultra being the highest quality option that maintains playability.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i5-12400’s average benchmark score of 18683 is within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811) and within 0.9% of the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519). Performance differences among these processors are negligible in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: Is the RTX 3070 significantly faster than the Radeon RX 7600 XT?

A: No. The RTX 3070’s average benchmark score is 17208, which is only 0.7% higher than the RX 7600 XT’s 17083. In synthetic tests, the two are nearly identical, though game-specific results may vary.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 135.6 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, providing a smooth experience for fast-paced FPS gameplay.

Q: Which resolution offers the most headroom above the 60 FPS threshold?

A: At 1920x1080, all settings exceed 100 FPS on average, with Ultra at 101.6 FPS, High at 135.6 FPS, Medium at 156.2 FPS, and Low at 217.1 FPS. This resolution provides the greatest margin above the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary driver of performance, but the CPU’s capability ensures that even the most demanding preset remains well above the playable threshold. The frame rate spread from Low (217.1 FPS) to Ultra (101.6 FPS) at 1080p shows that settings scaling has a pronounced effect on the GPU workload, while the CPU keeps up without becoming a bottleneck.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU’s load increases, and the frame rates scale accordingly. The average FPS drops from Low (159.1) to Ultra (74.2), a reduction of 84.9 FPS across the preset range. The CPU continues to feed the GPU adequately, as even the lowest average at Ultra remains above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High settings (135.6 to 97.5 FPS, a 28% reduction) indicates that the GPU is becoming more stressed, but the system still maintains comfortable margins.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. The frame rate at High settings falls to 60.8 FPS, just barely above the playable threshold, while Ultra drops to 50 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at High settings (97.5 to 60.8 FPS, a 37.7% reduction) shows the GPU struggling to maintain playability at the highest resolution. Meanwhile, the CPU’s role diminishes, as the bottleneck shifts almost entirely to the graphics card. The fact that Low settings at 4K still deliver 102.4 FPS suggests that the CPU is not limiting performance even under lighter GPU loads, but the GPU’s capacity is clearly the deciding factor for high-fidelity 4K play.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: at 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 3070 has enough headroom to handle both the CPU and GPU demands, but at 4K, the GPU’s limitations surface. The i5-12400, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides sufficient throughput to avoid becoming the primary bottleneck in any tested configuration.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in the database include the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18697 (0.1% higher than the i5-12400’s 18683), and the Intel Core i7-1355U at 18730 (0.3% higher). These processors would deliver nearly identical aggregate performance in Lockdown Protocol, though the EPYC 7643 is a server-class part with different platform requirements. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811, 0.7% higher) and Intel Core i3-14100F (18519, 0.9% lower) round out the close competition, meaning any of these CPUs would produce similar frame rates in this game when paired with the same GPU.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17083, 0.7% lower) is the closest match to the RTX 3070’s 17208 average score. In practical terms, a system with the i5-12400 and RX 7600 XT would likely see nearly identical FPS numbers in Lockdown Protocol, as the 0.7% synthetic delta is within run-to-run variance. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, 1% lower) and AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17019, 1.1% lower) are also close in aggregate benchmarks, but these are much older architectures that may lack modern driver support or feature sets. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c (17468, 1.5% higher) scores slightly better but is a compute-oriented card without display outputs, making it an impractical gaming alternative.

For a user seeking similar gameplay performance, swapping the RTX 3070 for an RX 7600 XT would yield nearly indistinguishable results in this title. Similarly, replacing the i5-12400 with a Core i3-14100F would introduce only a 0.9% performance deficit, which would not be perceptible in the measured FPS data. The overall combo rank would remain in the same general region of the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates across all presets. The Low setting averages 217.1 FPS, Medium averages 156.2 FPS, High averages 135.6 FPS, and Ultra averages 101.6 FPS. Every preset clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, with even the most demanding setting providing over 100 FPS on average.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected scaling. Low averages 159.1 FPS, Medium averages 111.4 FPS, High averages 97.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 74.2 FPS. The drop from 1080p Ultra to 1440p Ultra is 27.4 FPS, reflecting the increased pixel count, but all settings remain comfortably playable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits become apparent. Low averages 102.4 FPS, Medium averages 71.4 FPS, High averages 60.8 FPS, and Ultra averages 50 FPS. The High preset just barely crosses the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra falls below it. The difference between 1440p High (97.5 FPS) and 4K High (60.8 FPS) represents a 37.7% reduction, illustrating the significant cost of rendering four times the pixels.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the system is overqualified for 1080p, well-suited for 1440p, and only partially capable at 4K. The absence of min and max FPS values means the analysis relies solely on averages, but the margins at 1080p and 1440p are substantial enough to absorb typical frame time spikes.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol effectively at 1080p and 1440p with all settings, and at 4K with most settings. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 101.6 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making this resolution the safest choice for maximum visual quality with high refresh rates. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 74.2 FPS, also clearing the threshold with respectable headroom for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is conditional. The High preset averages 60.8 FPS, which meets the playable threshold, while Medium (71.4 FPS) and Low (102.4 FPS) also qualify. However, the Ultra preset averages 50 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. For 4K users, the best playable setting is High, as it provides the highest quality while maintaining an average above 60 FPS.

The system’s overall rank of 1549 out of 3714 combos reflects a balanced pairing that excels at mainstream resolutions. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, this combo delivers excellent performance with no compromises required. For 4K, users must choose between High settings for smooth play or Ultra settings with a reduced frame rate. The data confirms that this configuration is a capable choice for Lockdown Protocol, with the only significant caveat being 4K Ultra, which falls short of the playability standard.