Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a high-end combination that delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol across all tested resolutions. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, with the CPU providing ample headroom at 1080p. The measured results indicate that this combo is not merely capable of running the game smoothly, but does so with significant performance to spare, allowing for maximum visual settings at every resolution tested.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the benchmark scores of the individual components provides context for what other hardware might deliver similar in-game performance. The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, based on aggregate score, are extremely close. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 27896, which is only 0.3% higher, making it a near-identical match in overall processing power. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i9-10900K are within 0.3% of the i5-12600KF’s score, with scores of 27887 and 27872 respectively. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE is the only rival in the list that scores slightly lower, at 27712, a 0.3% deficit. In practice, these differences are negligible, meaning a system built with any of these CPUs would likely exhibit very similar CPU-driven performance characteristics in Lockdown Protocol.

On the graphics side, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX posts an average benchmark score of 19410, which puts it in the 64th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals listed are a mixed group. The NVIDIA TITAN Xp scores 19177, which is 1.2% lower, suggesting a very slight performance deficit. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB has an average score of 19334, a 0.4% difference, and the NVIDIA Quadro K5200 is 1% higher with a score of 19602. The AMD FirePro D300 is the closest, at 19637, a 1.2% difference. While these GPUs may have similar aggregate benchmark scores, it is critical to note that they are from different architectural generations and have vastly different feature sets and memory configurations. The RX 7900 XTX, with its modern architecture, will likely have different performance characteristics in a modern FPS like Lockdown Protocol, particularly regarding API support and driver optimizations, but the raw compute scores suggest these are the closest performance analogs in the database.

How This Combo Ranks

In the specific context of Lockdown Protocol, this CPU and GPU combination ranks 474th out of 3714 tested combos. This places the system in the top 12.8% of all tested configurations. This is a strong result, indicating that the pairing is well-balanced and performs at a level significantly higher than the majority of other systems that have been benchmarked for this game. The rank is a composite measure of the system's ability to run the game, and a position in the top 500 out of over 3700 combos confirms that this is a high-performing setup with no apparent bottleneck that would hold it back from achieving its full potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rate data provides a comprehensive picture of performance. The results are consistent and show a clear scaling pattern with both resolution and graphical settings. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 301.2 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 217.6 FPS, and to High, it is 188.3 FPS. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, the average frame rate remains very high at 139.9 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain well above the playable threshold. The Low preset averages 222.9 FPS, which is a significant decrease from the 1080p Low result, showing the increased load on the GPU. The Medium preset averages 159.6 FPS, and High averages 138.4 FPS. The Ultra preset still delivers a very smooth average of 102.8 FPS.

At 3840x2160, also known as 4K, performance is still strong. The Low preset averages 141.3 FPS, demonstrating the GPU's capability even at this high resolution. The Medium preset averages 104.7 FPS, and High averages 89.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding configuration, still manages to produce an average of 65.5 FPS. No minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded, so the analysis is based solely on the average FPS, but the averages alone are sufficient to demonstrate a very high level of performance.

The Verdict

Based on the benchmark data, this PC can definitively run Lockdown Protocol. The verdict is clear: all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are considered playable at every resolution tested, as they all exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data confirms that this combination is not just playable but provides a high-refresh-rate experience at 1080p and 1440p, and a solid 60+ FPS experience at 4K. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 139.9 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still averages 102.8 FPS, which is perfect for 1440p high-refresh-rate gaming. The most demanding scenario, 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, averages 65.5 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target and confirms that even 4K gaming with maximum settings is achievable, though with less headroom.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates a clear shift in workload from the CPU to the GPU as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the performance difference between presets is stark. The jump from Low to Ultra is over 160 FPS (from 301.2 to 139.9). This large delta suggests that at this resolution, the GPU is not the primary constraint, and the CPU has enough headroom to feed frames to the graphics card. The game is likely more CPU-bound at this resolution, or at least the GPU is not being fully utilized.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the frame rates across all presets drop, but the relative scaling remains similar. The delta between Low and Ultra is still over 120 FPS (from 222.9 to 102.8). This indicates that while the GPU is working harder, the CPU continues to be a significant factor in determining the final frame rate. The system is balanced enough that neither component is creating a severe bottleneck at this resolution.

The picture changes noticeably at 3840x2160. Here, the frame rates compress significantly. The difference between Low and Ultra is now only about 76 FPS (from 141.3 to 65.5). This compression is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. At 4K, the rendering load on the RX 7900 XTX becomes the limiting factor. The CPU is fast enough to handle any settings change, but the GPU's performance ceiling is what determines the final frame rate. The scaling between resolutions on the same preset further confirms this: going from 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra drops performance by more than half (from 139.9 to 65.5), which is a strong indicator of GPU-bound performance at the higher resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K resolution?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the system achieves playable frame rates (above 60 FPS) on all settings, with the Ultra preset averaging 65.5 FPS.

Q: What is the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 102.8 FPS, so all presets are well above the 60 FPS playable threshold at this resolution.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-12600KF compare to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 27896, which is 0.3% higher than the i5-12600KF's score of 27799. This difference is negligible in practice.

Q: Is the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX a good match for the Intel Core i5-12600KF?

A: The combination ranks 474th out of 3714 tested combos for this game, placing it in the top 12.8% of all tested systems, indicating a very strong and well-balanced pairing.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the High preset, the system achieves an average frame rate of 188.3 FPS.

Q: Which component, CPU or GPU, is more important at 3840x2160?

A: At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The frame rate compression between Low (141.3 FPS) and Ultra (65.5 FPS) settings at this resolution shows that the graphics card's rendering performance is the limiting factor.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players seeking the highest visual quality while maintaining a frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold, the data points to the Ultra preset as the best choice for all resolutions.

• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the most demanding and is fully playable. It delivers an average of 139.9 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS target and provides an excellent experience for high-refresh-rate displays.

• 2560x1440: At this resolution, the Ultra preset is again the best option. It maintains an average of 102.8 FPS, offering smooth gameplay and maximum visual fidelity without any compromise.

• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset is still the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS. It achieves an average of 65.5 FPS. While this is the lowest average of the three resolutions, it still clears the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for a full 4K experience with all settings maxed out.