Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination delivers a consistently strong experience in Lockdown Protocol, with the data showing that the system's capability scales predictably with resolution. At 1080p and 1440p, this pairing is more than sufficient to max out the game's visual presets while maintaining frame rates well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The only compromise occurs at 4K, where the highest quality preset becomes too demanding, but the system still offers a highly playable alternative. The measured results indicate a balanced platform where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck only at the most extreme settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a clear hierarchy of optimal settings for each resolution, defined by the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best playable experience at the Ultra preset, with an average frame rate of 93 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the data shows it is perfectly playable. The headroom is significant, as the average of 93 FPS leaves ample room for dips without falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the story remains similar. The Ultra preset is again the best choice, delivering an average of 68 FPS. While this is lower than the 1080p result, it still comfortably clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, proving that the visual ceiling can be maintained at this higher resolution.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 44 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The data indicates the most demanding playable preset here is Medium, which produces an average of 67 FPS with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. This is the best balance of visual quality and performance at 4K, as the High preset sits at 59 FPS, just under the target, and the Ultra preset is not viable.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets in Lockdown Protocol indicates a shifting balance of responsibility between the Intel Core i5-12600KF and the AMD Radeon RX 7700.

At 1920x1080, the system shows its highest frame rates, suggesting that the CPU is adequately feeding the GPU. The gap between the Low and Ultra presets is substantial, with a 107 FPS difference (from 200 FPS to 93 FPS). This large delta is primarily a result of increased GPU workload at higher settings, indicating that the graphics card is the scaling factor even at this resolution. The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads, along with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, appear sufficient to avoid becoming a limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop across all presets compared to 1080p, but the relative performance hierarchy remains. The Ultra preset still achieves 68 FPS, demonstrating that the GPU can handle the increased pixel count. The scaling between resolutions shows a predictable pattern: as the resolution increases, the GPU's workload rises, and the frame rate decreases. This is classic GPU-bound behavior, where the CPU's role diminishes.

The most telling data point for the GPU's role is at 3840x2160. Here, the Ultra preset falls to 44 FPS, and even the High preset only manages 59 FPS. This significant drop from the 1440p results shows that the Radeon RX 7700 is the primary determinant of performance at 4K. The CPU's performance is less relevant at this resolution, as the GPU is fully saturated. The fact that the Medium preset at 4K (67 FPS) is nearly identical to the Ultra preset at 1440p (68 FPS) further illustrates that the GPU is the constraining factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU has enough headroom to keep up with the game's logic at all tested settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering this specific combination of an Intel Core i5-12600KF and an AMD Radeon RX 7700, the benchmark data shows that several other components would deliver very similar performance in Lockdown Protocol.

On the CPU side, the Intel Core i5-12600KF sits in a tight performance cluster. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, is essentially a direct match, with a benchmark score delta of only -0.3%. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is also within -0.3% of the i5-12600KF's average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE are also extremely close, with deltas of -0.3% and 0.3%, respectively. This indicates that any of these CPUs would provide a nearly identical experience in terms of frame pacing and CPU-bound scenarios within this game.

For the GPU, the landscape is slightly more varied. The AMD Radeon R9 370X is the closest match, with a delta of only -0.1% against the RX 7700's average benchmark score. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is also very close, performing 1.1% better. On the Nvidia side, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is a comparable option, with a delta of -1.7%, meaning the RX 7700 holds a slight edge in raw benchmark performance. Finally, the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is within -1% of the RX 7700. In practice, all of these GPUs would produce very similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with differences well within the margin of measurement error.

The Verdict

The data confirms that the Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination is fully capable of running Lockdown Protocol at a playable level across all tested resolutions, with the caveat that the highest preset is not always viable.

At 1920x1080, the verdict is unequivocal. The system clears the 60 FPS threshold on all presets, including the most demanding Ultra setting, which averages 93 FPS. This is a flawless experience for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the performance is also excellent. The Ultra preset is playable, with an average of 68 FPS. All other presets, including High at 91 FPS and Medium at 104 FPS, are also well above the playable threshold, giving the user significant freedom to choose between visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system can run the game, but not at its highest settings. The Ultra preset is not playable, averaging 44 FPS. The High preset is borderline, at 59 FPS. The recommended setting is Medium, which achieves an average of 67 FPS and a minimum of 57 FPS, ensuring a mostly smooth 4K experience. The Low preset is also an option, delivering 95 FPS for maximum responsiveness. Therefore, the system is playable at 4K, but requires a reduction in visual fidelity to maintain the 60 FPS target.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a detailed breakdown of the measured frame rates for Lockdown Protocol with this hardware combination. All values are direct measurements from the benchmark database.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average 44 FPS. This setting is below the playable threshold and not recommended.
• High: Average 59 FPS. This is just below the 60 FPS threshold, making it marginally unplayable.
• Medium: Average 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. This is the highest playable preset at this resolution.
• Low: Average 95 FPS. This provides a significant performance boost for competitive play.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average 68 FPS. This setting clears the playable threshold and is the best visual option.
• High: Average 91 FPS. A very smooth experience with high visual quality.
• Medium: Average 104 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS.
• Low: Average 147 FPS. This is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average 93 FPS. The maximum visual preset is fully playable.
• High: Average 124 FPS. A high-performance option with excellent visual quality.
• Medium: Average 142 FPS, with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 163 FPS.
• Low: Average 200 FPS. This is the maximum performance setting, ideal for competitive play.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the comprehensive database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of components holds a notable position.

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combo is ranked 1709 out of a total of 3714 tested combinations. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating that it is a solid, mid-to-high-tier performer for this title. The ranking reflects the system's ability to handle the game at high settings and resolutions, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. While it is not at the very top of the charts, it outperforms a majority of the other combinations in the database, making it a reliable choice for gaming on Lockdown Protocol. The combination's strong 1080p and 1440p performance, coupled with its ability to maintain playability at 4K with adjusted settings, justifies its position within the top 50% of all tested hardware pairings.