Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination is a mainstream pairing that delivers strong 1080p performance and surprisingly capable 1440p results in Lockdown Protocol. The data shows a system that comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold at most settings, with the primary limitation emerging only at 4K Ultra settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU side, the Intel Core i5-12400 sits in a dense performance cluster based on average benchmark scores. Its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores essentially identically with a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core i7-1355U is also within -0.3%, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 trails by -0.7%. The Intel Core i3-14100F is the only rival that edges ahead, posting a +0.9% delta. This places the i5-12400 in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, indicating that its multi-threaded and single-threaded performance is well above the median processor.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060’s nearest rivals are a mix of older discrete cards and integrated graphics. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores a 0.2% higher average, while the AMD Radeon 780M integrated GPU is just 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 trail by 0.5% and 0.7%, respectively. The RTX 4060 sits in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, which indicates it is a mid-range performer. For Lockdown Protocol, this means users upgrading from any of these rival GPUs would see similar raw compute performance, though the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and Ada Lovelace architecture provide additional headroom for modern game features.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, but the CPU maintains adequate throughput throughout. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 189.5 FPS average. At this resolution, the CPU’s single-thread performance is sufficient to feed the GPU, allowing the RTX 4060 to operate near its peak.

Moving to 2560x1440, frame rates drop by approximately 27-28% across all presets compared to 1080p. For example, the High preset drops from 118.1 FPS to 89.1 FPS. This scaling suggests the GPU is becoming more stressed, but the CPU still provides enough headroom. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 63.2 FPS, which is just above the playable threshold, indicating the GPU is now the limiting factor.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s workload increases dramatically. The Ultra preset falls to 42.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset manages 63.4 FPS, while Low reaches 88.4 FPS. This scaling demonstrates that the RTX 4060’s 8 GB memory bus and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become bottlenecks at 4K, while the CPU’s role diminishes. The data indicates that the i5-12400 is never the primary constraint in this game; instead, the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth dictate performance at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1996 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places the pairing in the 46th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 54% of tested configurations deliver better performance. While this might sound modest, it reflects the fact that many combos in the database include higher-end CPUs and GPUs. The rank is consistent with the individual component percentiles: the CPU is in the 72nd percentile and the GPU in the 61st percentile, but frame rates in this game are heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions.

The ranking suggests that users with this combo are getting performance that aligns with the mid-range market position. The RTX 4060’s end-of-life production status and the i5-12400’s active status indicate this is a last-generation pairing, but the measured data shows it remains viable for this title. The combo outperforms many older or lower-tier pairings, though it will not match systems with higher-tier GPUs like the RTX 4070 or above.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS or higher in most configurations. The data shows that at 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with the Ultra preset averaging 90.2 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four presets also clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 63.2 FPS. The best settings at 1440p are Ultra, which delivers a 63.2 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the system can run the game at Low and Medium presets, with Medium being the best playable setting at 63.4 FPS average. The High and Ultra presets at 4K fall below 60 FPS, with averages of 55.9 FPS and 42.8 FPS respectively. Therefore, the verdict is that this combo is fully capable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and can handle 4K with reduced settings. For users prioritizing visual fidelity at 4K, the Ultra preset is not viable, but Medium offers a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed view of how the system scales across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 189.5 FPS, which is extremely high and indicates significant CPU headroom. Medium averages 136.2 FPS, High averages 118.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 90.2 FPS. The performance drop from Low to Ultra is approximately 52%, showing a predictable scaling curve.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 137.4 FPS, Medium averages 96.7 FPS, High averages 89.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 63.2 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 54%, slightly larger than at 1080p. This suggests that the GPU’s pixel processing rate and memory bandwidth are being taxed more heavily as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 88.4 FPS, Medium averages 63.4 FPS, High averages 55.9 FPS, and Ultra averages 42.8 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 52%, but the absolute values are significantly lower. The Ultra preset’s 42.8 FPS average is well below the playable threshold, while Medium just clears it.

The data shows no min or max FPS values, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. The consistency of the scaling between resolutions indicates that the RTX 4060’s 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus are the limiting factors at 4K, rather than the CPU.

FAQ

*Q: Can the Intel Core i5-12400 + RTX 4060 run Lockdown Protocol at 1440p Ultra?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 63.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best 4K setting for this combo?

A: The Medium preset is the best playable option at 3840x2160, averaging 63.4 FPS. The High and Ultra presets fall below 60 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the Low preset compared to Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 189.5 FPS, while Ultra averages 90.2 FPS, making Low about 110% faster.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K. The RTX 4060’s frame rates drop sharply at 3840x2160, while the CPU’s performance is sufficient to avoid limiting the system.

Q: Does the combo rank among the top half of tested systems?

A: No. The combo ranks 1996 out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the 46th percentile, which is below the median.

Q: What are the playable settings at 1440p?

A: All four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at 2560x1440, with Ultra being the best setting at 63.2 FPS average.