Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with 4K remaining a viable option only at reduced settings. The measured data indicates that this combination is well-balanced for a fast-paced FPS, offering high frame rates at standard resolutions while requiring more careful settings management at 4K. The core i5-12600KF ranks in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, while the RX 6750 XT sits in the 71st percentile for GPUs, and their combined performance places this pairing at rank 1709 out of 3714 tested combos.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 93 FPS. This leaves substantial headroom above the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating that the hardware is not heavily taxed at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset remains the best choice, delivering an average of 68 FPS. While this clears the 60 FPS threshold, the margin is slimmer than at 1080p, suggesting the graphics card is working noticeably harder.

For 3840x2160, the most demanding playable setting is Medium, which produces an average of 67 FPS. The High preset at this resolution falls just short of the playable threshold with an average of 59 FPS, and Ultra drops to 44 FPS. This makes 4K a compromise scenario where visual fidelity must be traded for smooth gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 200 FPS. This suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately, and the bottleneck is likely on the graphics side even at lower settings. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 200 FPS to 93 FPS, a 53.5% reduction, which points to the GPU becoming more influential as graphical load increases.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset still achieves 147 FPS, but the gap between Low and Ultra narrows to a 53.7% reduction (147 to 68 FPS). The consistent performance drop across resolutions indicates that the RX 6750 XT is the primary limiting factor once the resolution increases, as the CPU’s 16 threads and high single-thread performance appear sufficient to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The i5-12600KF’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23391 and single-core score of 3302 support this interpretation.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s dominance is unmistakable. The Low preset yields 95 FPS, but Ultra plummets to 44 FPS, a 53.7% reduction from Low. This pattern closely mirrors the 1440p scaling, reinforcing that the GPU is the constraining component at higher resolutions. The CPU’s role diminishes relative to the GPU as pixel count rises, a typical pattern for FPS titles where shading and fill-rate demands outpace CPU-bound logic.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings shows strong performance:

• Low: 200 FPS average
• Medium: 142 FPS average, with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 164 FPS
• High: 124 FPS average
• Ultra: 93 FPS average

The Medium preset’s minimum of 121 FPS indicates that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate stays well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay.

For 2560x1440, the results are:

• Low: 147 FPS average
• Medium: 104 FPS average, with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS
• High: 91 FPS average
• Ultra: 68 FPS average

The Ultra preset’s 68 FPS average is the only setting below 90 FPS, but it still clears the playable threshold. The Medium preset’s minimum of 89 FPS shows that frame pacing remains stable even with moderate graphical demands.

At 3840x2160, the data shows a steeper decline:

• Low: 95 FPS average
• Medium: 67 FPS average, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS
• High: 59 FPS average
• Ultra: 44 FPS average

The Medium preset’s minimum of 57 FPS dips below the 60 FPS threshold, meaning occasional stutters may occur despite the 67 FPS average. The High and Ultra presets are not viable for consistent 60 FPS gameplay at this resolution.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with maximum settings?*

A: No. The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 44 FPS, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable 4K setting is Medium, which averages 67 FPS.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 achieves an average of 68 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that remains above 60 FPS. All four presets at this resolution are playable.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799. It is 0.3% faster than the Intel Core i9-10900K and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and 0.3% slower than the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE. This places it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: What is the GPU’s performance relative to its closest competitors?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 26011. It outperforms the AMD Radeon R9 M395X by 0.5%, the AMD FirePro W7100 by 0.6%, the AMD FirePro D700 by 0.7%, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile by 1.1%. It ranks in the 71st percentile of all GPUs.

Q: Is the frame rate stable at 1080p Medium settings?

A: Yes. The 1920x1080 Medium preset has a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 164 FPS, with an average of 142 FPS. This indicates minimal frame time variance and a smooth experience.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 4K High settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 59, which is just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset is the recommended choice for 4K.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12600KF’s nearest rivals based on average benchmark scores are the Intel Core i9-10900K, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and AMD Ryzen 7 6800U. The i9-10900K and Ryzen 7 5800X3D both score 0.3% lower, meaning gameplay performance in CPU-bound scenarios would be nearly indistinguishable. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 0.3% higher, offering a marginal improvement. These alternatives would produce similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, provided the GPU remains the same.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT’s closest competitors include the AMD Radeon R9 M395X (0.5% slower), AMD FirePro W7100 (0.6% slower), AMD FirePro D700 (0.7% slower), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (1.1% slower). These differences are within a single percentage point, so swapping to any of these would yield nearly identical FPS results across all resolutions and presets. However, the RTX 3080 Ti Mobile’s 1.1% deficit is negligible in real-world gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination holds rank 1709 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, specifically roughly the 46th percentile. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component severely bottlenecks the other at typical gaming resolutions. The CPU’s 79th percentile standing and the GPU’s 71st percentile standing combine to produce a system that is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and capable 1440p play, with 4K requiring settings compromises.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol at all three tested resolutions, but the playable settings vary significantly. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra exceeds 60 FPS, with Ultra achieving 93 FPS on average. The system is fully capable of high-refresh-rate monitors at this resolution. At 2560x1440, all presets also clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 68 FPS, making it suitable for smooth 1440p gaming. For 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the best playable option, averaging 67 FPS, though its minimum of 57 FPS means occasional dips below 60 FPS are possible. The High preset at 4K falls short at 59 FPS average, and Ultra is not viable at 44 FPS. The verdict is that this combination delivers a strong 1080p and 1440p experience, while 4K users should stick to Medium settings or lower for consistent performance.