Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a decisive performance outcome for Lockdown Protocol: every tested resolution and preset combination clears the 60 FPS playability threshold. Benchmark data for this combo, ranked 749th out of 3714 tested configurations, shows a system that scales effectively from 1080p to 4K, with the RTX 5070’s Blackwell architecture and the i5-12400’s six P-cores proving sufficient for the FPS title’s demands. The data indicates that even at the most demanding setting tested—4K Ultra—the combo maintains an average of 61 FPS, making it a versatile option for high-refresh monitors at lower resolutions and smooth 4K gameplay at maximum quality.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 129 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Does the RTX 5070 bottleneck the i5-12400 at 4K?

A: The data suggests no significant bottleneck. At 3840x2160, the combo still produces 82 FPS on High settings and 61 FPS on Ultra, indicating the GPU remains capable even when the CPU’s single-thread workload is less demanding.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset yields an average of 95 FPS, making it the best choice for visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. All other presets at this resolution exceed 100 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested hardware combinations?

A: The combo ranks 749th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 20% of all configurations in the database.

Q: Is there a settings preset that fails to reach 60 FPS?

A: No. Across all three resolutions (1080p, 1440p, 4K) and all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), the minimum average FPS recorded is 61 FPS at 4K Ultra. The lowest minimum FPS in any test is 79 FPS at 4K Medium.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 123 and the maximum is 166, with an average of 145 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 achieves a rank of 749 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the pairing in the upper quintile of all configurations, indicating that it outperforms roughly 80% of tested hardware pairs for this specific game. The rank reflects a balanced system where neither component dramatically limits the other; the i5-12400’s 72nd percentile standing among all CPUs and the RTX 5070’s 82nd percentile among all GPUs combine to produce a result that is greater than the sum of its parts. In practical terms, this rank means the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1440p gameplay and solid 4K performance, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. The 4K Ultra result of 61 FPS is particularly notable, as it shows the system can handle maximum settings at the highest resolution without dropping below the playable threshold, a feat that many higher-ranked combos with more expensive CPUs or GPUs fail to achieve consistently.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional performance: Low settings produce an average of 272 FPS, Medium reaches 197 FPS (with a minimum of 168 and maximum of 227), High achieves 172 FPS, and Ultra still maintains a robust 129 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound at lower presets but remains fluid even at Ultra, where the CPU’s six cores are sufficient to feed the RTX 5070.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally but remains far above playable levels. Low settings yield 204 FPS, Medium averages 145 FPS (min 123, max 166), High hits 126 FPS, and Ultra drops to 95 FPS. The 1440p data shows a 25-30% reduction in average FPS compared to 1080p across most presets, which is expected given the increased pixel count. Notably, the gap between High and Ultra at 1440p (31 FPS) is larger than at 1080p (43 FPS), suggesting that Ultra settings impose a more significant load on the GPU as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the combo demonstrates its 4K capabilities. Low settings average 132 FPS, Medium averages 93 FPS (min 79, max 107), High averages 82 FPS, and Ultra drops to 61 FPS. The 4K results show a steeper decline from 1440p, with approximately 35-40% lower average FPS across presets. The Ultra preset at 4K sits just 1 FPS above the 60 FPS playability threshold, making it a viable but not overly comfortable option for those seeking maximum visual quality. The Medium preset at 4K, with its 79 FPS minimum, offers a safer margin for competitive play without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12400’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD EPYC 7643 (average score 18697, 0.1% slower), Intel Core i7-1355U (18730, 0.3% slower), AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811, 0.7% slower), and Intel Core i3-14100F (18519, 0.9% faster). The i3-14100F is the most interesting alternative here, as it offers nearly identical performance with a 0.9% higher average score, likely at a lower platform cost. However, the i5-12400’s additional cores (6 vs. 4) provide more headroom for multi-threaded workloads, even if that advantage does not manifest in Lockdown Protocol’s measured FPS. The EPYC 7643 and i7-1355U are outliers in this group—one being a server chip and the other a mobile processor—but their similar benchmark scores mean they would produce comparable frame rates in this game.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070’s nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318, 0.1% faster), AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063, 0.8% faster), AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40870, 1.2% slower), and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (39568, 2% slower). These are all workstation-class GPUs, which is unusual but reflects the RTX 5070’s strong compute performance. In gaming terms, the Radeon Pro 580 and WX 7100 would deliver nearly identical FPS in Lockdown Protocol, though they lack the RTX 5070’s dedicated ray tracing cores and DLSS support. The RTX A500 Mobile, being a mobile part, would likely perform worse in sustained gaming due to thermal constraints, despite its similar average score. For a user considering alternatives, the data suggests that any of these GPUs would produce within 2% of the RTX 5070’s frame rates in this title, making the choice dependent on other factors like driver support and feature set.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the i5-12400 and RTX 5070 in Lockdown Protocol becomes clear when examining the scaling between resolutions and presets. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 272 FPS, which drops to 204 FPS at 1440p and 132 FPS at 4K—a 51% reduction from 1080p to 4K. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions and presets, as the CPU can maintain high frame rates but the RTX 5070’s rendering throughput limits output. Conversely, at 1080p Ultra, the average is 129 FPS, dropping to 95 FPS at 1440p and 61 FPS at 4K—a 53% reduction. The similar percentage drops across presets suggest that the GPU remains the limiting factor even at Ultra settings, where the CPU’s single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 910) is sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s demands.

However, the CPU’s role becomes more pronounced at higher frame rates. At 1080p Low, the 272 FPS average is close to what the i5-12400 can sustain in terms of draw call processing, and the 3dmark_16_threads score of 5873 indicates solid multi-threaded capabilities. The fact that the combo reaches 272 FPS at 1080p Low, but only 132 FPS at 4K Low, shows that the GPU’s pixel throughput is the main constraint as resolution increases. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are not a limiting factor in any tested scenario, as evidenced by the fact that Ultra presets at all resolutions remain above 60 FPS. In summary, the RTX 5070 is the dominant component in this pairing, with the i5-12400 providing ample headroom to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in Lockdown Protocol.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol with playable performance at every resolution and preset combination tested. At 1920x1080, the verdict is unambiguous: all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 129 FPS. This makes the combo ideal for 1080p high-refresh monitors, where even the most demanding preset leaves significant headroom above the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, the story is equally positive: all presets are playable, with Ultra delivering an average of 95 FPS. This resolution offers the best balance between visual quality and performance, as the 95 FPS average at Ultra provides a smooth experience on 144Hz displays. At 3840x2160, the combo still manages to clear 60 FPS on all presets, with Ultra averaging 61 FPS. While this is the most demanding scenario, it remains playable, and the Medium preset (93 FPS average) offers a more comfortable margin for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual fidelity. In all cases, the verdict is that this system is fully capable of running Lockdown Protocol without compromises, making it a strong choice for gamers who want to play at any resolution without worrying about performance drops.