Lockdown Protocol

This analysis examines the measured performance of the Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 in Lockdown Protocol, based strictly on the provided benchmark data. The focus is on frame rates, relative ranking, and playability across common resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets for this specific combination of CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS reaches 136. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 96 FPS, with a minimum of 82 and a maximum of 111. High settings produce an average of 84 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still maintains an average of 63 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. Low settings yield an average of 100 FPS. The Medium preset averages 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 and a maximum of 81. High settings provide an average of 62 FPS, which is just above the playable line. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of 46 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS threshold. No minimum or maximum values are provided for Low, High, or Ultra at this resolution.

The most demanding scenario is 3840x2160. Here, only the Low preset achieves a playable average of 64 FPS. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 and a maximum of 52. High settings average 40 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to an average of 30 FPS. The data indicates that this resolution is only viable for the lowest graphical preset.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific CPU-GPU combination at rank 2987 out of 3714 total tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the lower percentile of tested systems, indicating that while it can run the game, it is not a top-tier performer. A rank in the 2987th position out of 3714 means roughly 80% of the tested combinations perform better in this game.

This ranking is consistent with the FPS data. The combination is capable of exceeding 60 FPS at 1080p and 1440p, but only at lower or medium settings. At 4K, it struggles to maintain playable frame rates except at the lowest settings. The rank reflects the overall performance envelope, which is adequate for 1080p gaming but not for high-resolution or high-detail gaming.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU is the primary performance limiter for this game, especially as resolution increases. The scaling between 1920x1080 and 3840x2160 shows the GPU's workload becoming more demanding. For instance, at Low settings, the average FPS drops from 136 at 1080p to 64 at 4K, a reduction of over 50%. This significant drop is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

The CPU's role is less pronounced in the data. The i5-12400F has a benchmark score that places it in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, suggesting it has sufficient processing power. The fact that the system can achieve 136 FPS at 1080p Low settings shows the CPU is not a bottleneck at that resolution and settings combination. However, as the resolution increases, the frame rate drop is more likely due to the GPU's rendering limits rather than CPU constraints.

The performance difference between presets at the same resolution further illustrates this. At 2560x1440, the average FPS goes from 100 at Low to 46 at Ultra. This is a 54% performance reduction, which is a typical pattern for GPU-intensive workloads. The CPU is likely capable of handling the increased draw calls and physics calculations, but the GPU cannot keep up with the increased pixel count and shading complexity.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The data shows an average of 63 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the most demanding option that stays playable, with an average of 62 FPS. The Medium preset also works, averaging 71 FPS.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B570 a faster GPU than the Intel Arc A750?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical. The Arc B570 has an average score of 20556, while the Arc A750 has an average score of 20582. The delta is -0.1%, meaning the A750 is marginally faster in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: What is the playable threshold used in this analysis?

A: The playable threshold is set at 60 FPS. Any setting that achieves an average of at least 60 FPS is considered playable.

Q: Is the i5-12400F's performance close to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS?

A: Yes, the average benchmark scores are very close. The i5-12400F averages 19039, while the Ryzen 5 7535HS averages 19047. The difference is 0%.

Q: What is the highest resolution with a playable setting?

A: The highest resolution with a playable setting is 3840x2160, but only with Low settings, which achieves an average of 64 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals provide a picture of similar processing capability. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS has a nearly identical average benchmark score of 19047, with a deltaPct of 0%. The Intel Core 3 201E is also close, with a score of 19056 and a deltaPct of -0.1%. The Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, with a deltaPct of 0.3%. These processors would likely result in similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the same GPU is used.

For the GPU, the closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with an average score of 20534 and a deltaPct of 0.1%. The Intel Arc A750 is also a near-match, with a score of 20582 and a deltaPct of -0.1%. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X are listed as rivals, but their scores are significantly lower (20480 and 20662 respectively), suggesting they are not true performance peers. A system with an RTX 3070 Mobile or Arc A750 would likely produce similar FPS numbers in this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that maintains an average FPS of 63, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This provides the highest visual quality while remaining playable.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best choice, achieving an average of 62 FPS. While the Medium preset has a higher average at 71 FPS, High offers better visual fidelity while still clearing the playable threshold. The Ultra preset is not viable, as it averages only 46 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the only playable option is the Low preset, which averages 64 FPS. All other settings (Medium, High, Ultra) fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 46, 40, and 30 FPS respectively.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this system can run Lockdown Protocol, but the playability heavily depends on the resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all presets from Low to Ultra averaging above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 63 FPS is a solid experience. At 2560x1440, the system remains playable up to High settings, with an average of 62 FPS. This is a good balance of quality and performance.

The system fails to maintain 60 FPS at 3840x2160 for most settings. Only the Low preset, with an average of 64 FPS, is playable at this resolution. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below the threshold. The verdict by resolution is clear: 1920x1080 is fully playable at all presets, 2560x1440 is playable up to High, and 3840x2160 is only playable at Low settings. For a demanding FPS title, this system is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p being a secondary option at reduced settings.