Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 delivers a wide range of performance in Lockdown Protocol, scaling from a comfortable 148.8 FPS average at 1080p Low all the way down to 33.9 FPS at 4K Ultra. Benchmark data indicates this combination is capable of smooth play across most common resolutions, though the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher settings. The system ranks 2866 out of 3714 tested combinations in this game, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the field, yet the measured frame rates show it still clears the 60 FPS playable threshold in the majority of tested configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four quality presets, with average frame rates provided for each configuration. At 1920x1080, the system performs strongly across the board: Low settings produce 148.8 FPS average, Medium yields 103.4 FPS, High reaches 89.3 FPS, and Ultra maintains 70 FPS. This represents a smooth progression where even the most demanding preset stays comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are noticeable but not drastic. Low settings still deliver a robust 107.7 FPS average, while Medium holds at 74.1 FPS and High manages 66.5 FPS. Ultra at 1440p falls below the playable threshold, averaging just 47.5 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra at this resolution is significant — a 19 FPS difference that separates a smooth experience from one that would feel stuttery in fast-paced FPS combat.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly under heavy strain. Low settings are the only playable option, producing 71.5 FPS average. Medium drops to 51.3 FPS, High falls to 41.1 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 33.9 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is punishing; even dropping from High to Low at 4K only recovers about 30 FPS, whereas the same setting change at 1080p yields nearly 60 FPS.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the RX 6600 handles 1080p with ease at any preset, manages 1440p up to High settings, and only survives 4K by using the lowest quality settings. The lack of min and max FPS data means these are pure averages, but the spread between presets at each resolution shows where the performance ceiling sits.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 70 FPS. This is the full-quality experience with a small buffer above the playable threshold, making it the recommended choice for users who prioritize visual fidelity at this resolution.

For 2560x1440, High settings provide 66.5 FPS average, which is the best balance of quality and performance. Ultra falls short at 47.5 FPS, so High is the maximum preset that maintains smooth gameplay. The 6.5 FPS headroom above 60 is thinner than at 1080p, but still adequate for most scenarios.

At 3840x2160, only Low settings clear the 60 FPS bar, producing 71.5 FPS average. Medium dips to 51.3 FPS, so users targeting 4K must accept the lowest preset to keep the frame rate playable. The gap between Low and Medium at 4K is 20.2 FPS, which is a substantial trade-off for any visual improvements gained.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearest rivals that would produce similar behavior in Lockdown Protocol. On the processor side, the i5-12600KF's average benchmark score of 27799 places it within 0.3% of several alternatives. The Intel Core i9-10900K scores 27872 (-0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U scores 27887 (-0.3% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 27896 (-0.3% delta). The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712 (0.3% delta). Any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame pacing in this title, as the game does not appear to be heavily CPU-bound at the tested settings.

For the GPU, the RX 6600's average benchmark score of 19036 is matched by several NVIDIA options. The Quadro K6000 scores 19030 (0% delta), the GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile scores 19049 (-0.1% delta), the Tesla K20m scores 19089 (-0.3% delta), and the RTX 2000 Ada Generation scores 18954 (0.4% delta). While these are a mix of workstation and mobile parts, their similar aggregate scores suggest they would produce comparable FPS numbers in Lockdown Protocol, meaning users with those GPUs can expect the same resolution and preset limitations described here.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol at playable frame rates in most configurations, but the experience varies sharply by resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS on every preset — Low at 148.8 FPS, Medium at 103.4 FPS, High at 89.3 FPS, and Ultra at 70 FPS — so users have complete freedom to choose quality settings without worrying about performance.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is positive but conditional. High settings at 66.5 FPS and Medium at 74.1 FPS are both playable, as is Low at 107.7 FPS. Ultra at 47.5 FPS is the only configuration that fails the 60 FPS test, so 1440p users should avoid the maximum preset.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is marginal. Low settings achieve 71.5 FPS, which is technically playable, but Medium at 51.3 FPS and High at 41.1 FPS fall short. Ultra at 33.9 FPS is not viable for competitive play. Users with 4K displays should stick to Low settings or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for better quality options.

Overall, the system is a solid 1080p machine, a capable 1440p machine with settings compromises, and a limited 4K machine that only works on the lowest preset. The 60 FPS threshold is met in 9 out of 12 tested configurations.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows that the GPU dominates performance scaling in Lockdown Protocol, particularly at higher resolutions. The RX 6600 is the clear bottleneck at 3840x2160, where even dropping from Ultra to Low only improves FPS from 33.9 to 71.5 — a 37.6 FPS range that is entirely dictated by graphics load. At 2560x1440, the range between Low and Ultra is 60.2 FPS (107.7 to 47.5), again showing GPU-bound behavior.

At 1920x1080, the pattern shifts slightly. The spread between Low (148.8 FPS) and Ultra (70 FPS) is 78.8 FPS, but the fact that Ultra still hits 70 FPS suggests the i5-12600KF has enough headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution. The CPU's 3DMark scores — 7956 for 16 threads and 1016 for single-thread — indicate strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities that are sufficient for this game's engine.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent when comparing resolution scaling. At 1080p Low, the system hits 148.8 FPS, which is likely approaching the CPU's frame delivery limit. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 107.7 FPS, and 4K Low drops it to 71.5 FPS — the GPU is taking over as the limiting factor at each step. The i5-12600KF's percentile rank of 79 against all CPUs, versus the RX 6600's percentile rank of 63 against all GPUs, confirms that the GPU is the weaker component in this pairing.

For users upgrading this system, the data suggests the GPU should be prioritized for 1440p Ultra or 4K play, while the CPU would only need replacement for extreme frame rate targets above 148.8 FPS at 1080p.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?*

A: At 1920x1080, yes — Ultra averages 70 FPS. At 2560x1440, no — Ultra averages 47.5 FPS. At 3840x2160, no — Ultra averages 33.9 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system?

A: The most demanding fully playable configuration is 1920x1080 Ultra at 70 FPS. For 1440p, High settings at 66.5 FPS is the best option. For 4K, only Low settings at 71.5 FPS stay above 60 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings?

A: At High settings, 1080p yields 89.3 FPS and 1440p yields 66.5 FPS, a drop of 22.8 FPS or roughly 25.5%.

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

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck at 1440p and 4K, as shown by the large FPS drops when increasing resolution. The CPU is sufficient at 1080p, where even Ultra settings maintain 70 FPS.

Q: What happens if I try to play at 4K with Medium settings?

A: The system averages 51.3 FPS at 4K Medium, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. You would need to drop to Low settings (71.5 FPS) for smooth gameplay.

Q: Are there any settings where the system exceeds 100 FPS?

A: Yes — at 1080p Low (148.8 FPS), 1080p Medium (103.4 FPS), 1440p Low (107.7 FPS), and 4K is never above 71.5 FPS.