Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, though 4K requires a significant settings drop. This combination sits in the 2630th position out of 3714 tested combos for this game, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the database. The CPU holds a 73rd percentile ranking among all tested processors, while the GPU sits at the 62nd percentile among all tested graphics cards. These figures suggest a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outpaces the other, and the recorded frame rates reflect that equilibrium.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with an average score of 19047, which is effectively identical to the i5-12400F's 19039 average. The Intel Core 3 201E scores 19056, just 0.1 percent higher, while the Intel Core i5-1335U and AMD EPYC 7773X both sit within 0.3 percent of the i5-12400F's performance. For Lockdown Protocol, any of these processors would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates, as the game's CPU demands fall well within the capabilities of all four.

On the GPU side, the RTX 2060 SUPER's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile with an average score of 18159, 0.4 percent lower than the 2060 SUPER's 18093. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189, 0.5 percent lower, while the AMD Radeon RX 460 and Intel Arc A770M trail by 1.5 and 1.6 percent respectively. The RX 460's presence in this list is notable, as its average score of 18373 actually exceeds the RTX 2060 SUPER, though real-world gaming performance in Lockdown Protocol would depend on driver optimization and memory bandwidth. The RTX 3060 Mobile represents the closest laptop-class alternative, meaning users with that GPU in a portable system should expect similar FPS results at equivalent settings.

The delta percentages here are all within 1.6 percent, so the practical takeaway is that swapping to any of these near-identical components would not meaningfully change Lockdown Protocol's playability. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which becomes relevant at 1440p and 4K where texture data demands rise.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the recorded average FPS is 74, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin. The database lists Ultra as a playable setting at this resolution.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the highest playable preset is High, delivering an average of 72 FPS. Medium runs at 83 FPS, and Low hits 117 FPS. Ultra drops to 54 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold, so it is not recommended.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this hardware?

A: Only at Low settings. At 3840x2160, Low produces an average of 75 FPS. Medium averages 53 FPS with a minimum of 45 and maximum of 62, while High and Ultra average 47 and 35 FPS respectively. For a consistent 60 FPS experience, Low is the only option.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its closest GPU rivals in raw compute?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER delivers 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. Its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 0.4 percent lower in average benchmarks, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 0.5 percent lower. The Radeon RX 460 and Arc A770M are 1.5 and 1.6 percent behind respectively, making all four alternatives nearly equivalent for this game.

Q: What are the CPU's multithreaded capabilities in synthetic tests?

A: The i5-12400F scores 12380 in Cinebench R23 multicore, 6980 in Cinebench R20 multicore, and 19433 in Passmark multithread. Its 3DMark 16-thread score is 5895, and the max-thread score is 5912, indicating that the 6-core, 12-thread configuration handles Lockdown Protocol's threading demands without bottlenecking the GPU.

Q: Does the system maintain smooth frame pacing at 1080p Medium?

A: The recorded data shows an average of 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 and maximum of 130 at 1920x1080 Medium. The 96 FPS minimum stays well above the 60 FPS threshold, so frame drops remain unlikely during intense combat sequences.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 2060 SUPER and i5-12400F combination produces its strongest results. Low settings yield an average of 159 FPS, which represents the highest recorded figure across all resolutions and presets. Medium settings average 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 and maximum of 130, showing tight frame pacing. High settings average 99 FPS, and Ultra settings average 74 FPS. All four presets at 1080p remain above the 60 FPS playable threshold, with the minimum recorded value at 96 FPS occurring during Medium settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings average 117 FPS, still a very smooth experience. Medium averages 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95, and the 70 FPS minimum indicates that even the heaviest scenes stay above 60 FPS. High settings average 72 FPS, which dips closer to the threshold but remains playable. Ultra settings average 54 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS mark, so this preset is not recommended for 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s becomes the limiting factor. Low settings average 75 FPS, which is surprisingly strong for 4K and suggests Lockdown Protocol is not particularly demanding at lower presets. Medium settings average 53 FPS with a minimum of 45 and maximum of 62, showing noticeable variability in demanding scenes. High settings average 47 FPS, and Ultra settings average 35 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium at 4K is 22 FPS, indicating that the settings preset has a substantial impact on rendering load at this resolution.

The data shows no min or max values recorded for Low, High, and Ultra presets at most resolutions, meaning the database only captured average figures for those configurations. Medium settings consistently include min and max values, allowing for a more detailed view of frame consistency.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol, and the answer depends heavily on your target resolution. At 1920x1080, every settings preset from Low to Ultra clears the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra averages 74 FPS, giving you headroom for competitive play while maintaining visual quality. At 2560x1440, High is the best preset that stays above 60 FPS, averaging 72 FPS. Medium and Low also work, but Ultra falls short at 54 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings achieve a playable average of 75 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all drop below 60 FPS, with averages of 53, 47, and 35 respectively.

The verdict by resolution is clear: 1080p owners can max out the game, 1440p owners should stick to High or lower, and 4K owners must use Low settings for a smooth experience. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB VRAM buffer is sufficient for all presets at 1080p and 1440p, though the 4K Ultra preset's 35 FPS average suggests the GPU's raw compute, 7.181 TFLOPS FP32, is the limiting factor rather than memory capacity.

How This Combo Ranks

Among 3714 tested combinations in the database for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing ranks 2630th. That places it in the 71st percentile of all tested combos, meaning roughly 29 percent of configurations deliver higher frame rates. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's 73rd percentile standing and the GPU's 62nd percentile standing. The i5-12400F's 3DMark scores, including 5912 in max-thread and 909 in single-thread, indicate it is not the bottleneck at any resolution. The GPU, with its Passmark G3D score of 16462, aligns with mid-range expectations for a card released in 2019.

The rank also contextualizes the 1080p results. At 1080p Ultra, the 74 FPS average is respectable but not exceptional, as many higher-ranked combos would push beyond 100 FPS. At 1440p High, the 72 FPS average is competitive for the GPU's class. The 4K Low result of 75 FPS is noteworthy, as it demonstrates that settings scaling can compensate for hardware limitations.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 74 FPS. This gives you the full visual experience, including the highest texture detail and post-processing effects, while still staying comfortably above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best preset is High, averaging 72 FPS. This preserves most of the visual fidelity while avoiding the 54 FPS average seen at Ultra. The 18 FPS difference between High and Ultra at this resolution is significant enough to justify the settings reduction.

At 3840x2160, the only playable option is Low, averaging 75 FPS. Medium averages 53 FPS, which fails the 60 FPS requirement. The 22 FPS gap between Low and Medium at 4K suggests that the rendering load increases sharply with each preset tier, so there is no middle ground that hits the threshold.

For players prioritizing frame rate consistency, the 1080p Medium preset's minimum of 96 FPS and maximum of 130 FPS offers the tightest pacing of any settings combination. At 1440p, the Medium preset's minimum of 70 FPS and maximum of 95 FPS provides similar stability. The database's playable threshold of 60 FPS is met or exceeded across all recommended settings, and the recorded averages provide sufficient headroom for transient dips during multiplayer firefights.