Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers a wide range of performance in Lockdown Protocol, with measured frame rates that scale predictably across resolutions and presets. The data shows this combination is capable of high refresh rate gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, while still maintaining smooth, playable performance at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the measured results, compares the components to their nearest rivals, and clarifies which part of the system drives performance under different conditions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this combo each sit near specific alternatives in their respective benchmark hierarchies, which helps contextualize their performance in Lockdown Protocol. For the Intel Core i5-12400, the average benchmark score of 18683 places it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18697, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i7-1355U is also close at 18730, just 0.3% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811, a 0.7% lead. On the lower side, the Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18519, which is 0.9% behind the i5-12400. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning that for CPU-bound scenarios in Lockdown Protocol, these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083, placing it at the 87th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which scores 57367, a 2.2% advantage over the RTX 5080. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, which is 0.6% lower, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 0.7% deficit. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X lags by 2.3% with a score of 54828. In practical terms, the RTX 5080 and its rivals are so closely matched that swapping between them would yield very similar FPS numbers in Lockdown Protocol, with the RX 9070 GRE potentially offering a slight edge in GPU-heavy scenes.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system achieves an average of 272 FPS on Low settings, 239 FPS on Medium, 214 FPS on High, and 160 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 112 FPS, or roughly 70% faster at Low. This large spread suggests that at 1080p, settings changes have a major impact on frame rates, but the absolute numbers are so high that neither component is a bottleneck.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain substantial: 245 FPS on Low, 180 FPS on Medium, 157 FPS on High, and 118 FPS on Ultra. The delta between Low and Ultra here is 127 FPS, which is similar in absolute terms to 1080p, but the percentage difference is larger. At 3840x2160, the impact of resolution becomes more pronounced. The average FPS falls to 163 on Low, 116 on Medium, 101 on High, and 76 on Ultra. The difference between Low and Ultra is now 87 FPS, and the overall scaling suggests the GPU is becoming the dominant factor at 4K.

The data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU's single-thread and multi-thread capabilities are sufficient to keep pace with the GPU, as evidenced by the high frame rates. However, at 4K, the GPU's workload increases significantly, and the frame rates drop accordingly, showing that the RTX 5080 is the limiting factor at that resolution. The fact that the CPU has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz and scores 910 in 3dmark single-thread, which is a modest result, suggests that it is not holding back performance even at 1080p, where CPU load is typically highest.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution, the system delivers an average of 272 FPS on Low settings. Medium settings yield 239 FPS with a minimum of 204 and a maximum of 275. High settings produce 214 FPS on average, and Ultra settings drop to 160 FPS. These numbers indicate that even at the most demanding preset, the system is far above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high. Low settings deliver 245 FPS, Medium settings average 180 FPS with a minimum of 153 and a maximum of 207, High settings produce 157 FPS, and Ultra settings average 118 FPS. The minimum frame rate on Medium at 1440p is still more than double the playable threshold, indicating consistent performance without significant drops.

At 3840x2160, the system still performs admirably. Low settings average 163 FPS, Medium settings average 116 FPS with a minimum of 99 and a maximum of 133, High settings produce 101 FPS, and Ultra settings average 76 FPS. Even at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is above 60, though the minimum on Medium (99 FPS) suggests there is some variation, likely due to complex scenes. The data shows that the system is capable of maintaining playable frame rates at all resolutions and presets tested.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with maxed-out settings?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 76 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The best settings preset for 2560x1440 is Ultra, which delivers an average of 118 FPS, according to the verdict data.

Q: How much faster is 1080p compared to 4K at High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 High settings, the average FPS is 214, while at 3840x2160 High settings, it is 101. The 1080p result is roughly 112% higher.

Q: What is the lowest measured frame rate at any resolution and preset?

A: The lowest average FPS is 76, recorded at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. The minimum FPS recorded is 99 at 4K Medium.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the frame rates are very high (160-272 FPS across presets), indicating that the GPU is not saturated and the CPU is capable of feeding it, so neither component is a clear bottleneck.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5080 scores 56083 on average, while the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, which is 2.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, 0.6% lower.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 257th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 7% of all configurations, which is a strong result given the game's relatively recent release. The high ranking is primarily driven by the GPU's performance, as the CPU is not a top-tier part but is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking. The data shows that the combo outperforms the vast majority of tested systems, making it a high-end configuration for this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data indicates 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 160 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings also provide the best experience, with an average of 118 FPS. At 3840x2160, Ultra settings remain playable, averaging 76 FPS. In all three cases, the system can handle the maximum quality preset while maintaining frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold, so there is no need to compromise on visual fidelity.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol at all tested resolutions and presets. The verdict data confirms that every resolution—1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160—has all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) listed as playable. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra, with average FPS of 160, 118, and 76 respectively. The system clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin at 1080p and 1440p, and at 4K it still maintains a comfortable 16 FPS headroom on Ultra. The minimum FPS recorded across the entire dataset is 99, which occurs at 4K Medium, indicating that the system does not experience severe drops even under load. Overall, this combination provides a high-performance experience with no playability concerns for Lockdown Protocol.