Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers strong performance in Lockdown Protocol, with the data showing that the pairing is capable of exceeding the 60 FPS threshold at all tested resolutions under most settings. The CPU, with a 79th percentile ranking against all CPUs, and the GPU, at the 61st percentile, form a balanced duo where neither component severely bottlenecks the other across the resolution spectrum tested. The measured results indicate a system that scales predictably with resolution and preset changes, making it a versatile option for this FPS title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data places this CPU and GPU pairing among a specific set of near-identical performers. For the Intel Core i5-12600KF, the nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which scores a 27896 average benchmark score against the i5-12600KF’s 27799 average, a deltaPct of -0.3%. This means the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is effectively tied in performance, with a negligible 0.3% advantage. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (avgScore 27887, deltaPct -0.3%) and the Intel Core i9-10900K (avgScore 27872, deltaPct -0.3%) are also within a hair’s breadth of the i5-12600KF’s output. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE (avgScore 27712, deltaPct 0.3%) trails the i5-12600KF by just 0.3%. In practical terms, a user with any of these CPUs would experience nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as the performance difference is statistically insignificant.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070’s average benchmark score of 17208 is closely matched by several rivals. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (avgScore 17083, deltaPct 0.7%) is the closest competitor, sitting just 0.7% behind the RTX 3070. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (avgScore 17037, deltaPct 1%) and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M (avgScore 17019, deltaPct 1.1%) are also within a 1% performance delta, though these are older architectures. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c (avgScore 17468, deltaPct -1.5%) is the only rival that slightly outperforms the RTX 3070 in this group, holding a 1.5% lead. For Lockdown Protocol, users with a Radeon RX 7600 XT would see frame rates within the margin of error of the RTX 3070, making it the most direct substitute.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows that the High preset at 3840x2160 achieves an average of 62.8 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset drops to 49.9 FPS, so High is the maximum playable setting at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, scores 27896, resulting in a deltaPct of -0.3%, meaning the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is only 0.3% faster.

Q: Does the RTX 3070 outperform the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT?

A: Yes, but by a narrow margin. The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17208, while the RX 7600 XT scores 17083. The deltaPct is 0.7%, indicating the RTX 3070 is 0.7% ahead.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p on Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the measured average FPS is 155.1, which is well above the playable threshold and provides a very smooth experience.

Q: Is the 4K Ultra preset playable with this hardware?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 49.9, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Users would need to lower settings to High for 4K playability.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combo ranks 1572 out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all tested systems for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates, starting with 217.5 FPS on Low settings. Medium settings at 1080p see the average drop to 155.1 FPS, while High settings produce 133.5 FPS. The most demanding 1080p preset, Ultra, still achieves a robust 98.8 FPS average. This indicates that at 1080p, the GPU has ample headroom, and the CPU is capable of feeding it sufficient data to maintain high frame rates across all settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected impact of increased pixel count. Low settings at 1440p yield 158.3 FPS, which is still remarkably high. Medium settings follow at 109.9 FPS, and High settings produce 96.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 76 FPS, which is still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent reduction in FPS across all presets, with the Ultra preset seeing the largest relative drop from 98.8 to 76 FPS, a 22.8 FPS decrease.

At 3840x2160, the GPU workload becomes significantly more demanding. Low settings at 4K still deliver 100.7 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings reduce the average to 70.5 FPS, and High settings bring it down to 62.8 FPS, just barely clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 49.9 FPS, making it unplayable by the 60 FPS standard. The progression from 1440p to 4K shows a steep drop, particularly for the High preset, which loses 34.1 FPS, indicating that 4K resolution is pushing the RTX 3070 to its limits.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear: this system can run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS or higher in most configurations. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with the Ultra preset achieving an average of 98.8 FPS. This is the best experience, offering maximum visual quality with a high frame rate. At 2560x1440, the same four presets are playable, and the Ultra preset again provides the best balance, with an average of 76 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as it maintains high visual fidelity while staying well above the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Low, Medium, and High presets are all playable, but the Ultra preset is not, with an average of 49.9 FPS. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which achieves 62.8 FPS. This just barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, so users who want to play at 4K will need to sacrifice some visual quality. Overall, the data indicates that this system is a strong performer for Lockdown Protocol, with 1080p and 1440p offering a wide range of playable settings and 4K being viable with reduced settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data reveals how the CPU and GPU divide their responsibilities in Lockdown Protocol across different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role, as the frame rates are exceptionally high—217.5 FPS on Low settings and 155.1 FPS on Medium. These high frame rates suggest that the CPU is providing enough data to the GPU to keep it busy, and the GPU is not yet a limiting factor at this resolution. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p is 118.7 FPS, indicating that the GPU is handling the increased graphical load without a proportional bottleneck from the CPU.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU’s workload grows, and the CPU’s role diminishes relatively. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across presets, with the Low preset dropping from 217.5 to 158.3 FPS. This suggests that the GPU is becoming the primary constraint, as the pixel count increases by 77% but the frame rate does not drop proportionally. The RTX 3070’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are likely being utilized more heavily at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant factor. The Ultra preset at 4K produces 49.9 FPS, while the Low preset produces 100.7 FPS, a difference of 50.8 FPS. This large gap indicates that the GPU’s compute and memory resources are the limiting factor, as the CPU has less influence when the GPU is rendering four times the pixels of 1080p. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a more pronounced drop for higher presets, reinforcing that the RTX 3070 is the bottleneck at 4K, while the i5-12600KF provides sufficient headroom.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is the recommended choice. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best option, achieving an average of 98.8 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the playable threshold. Users can enable all graphical features without concern for performance drops.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best setting, with an average of 76 FPS. This is a 22.8 FPS drop from the 1080p Ultra result, but it remains comfortably above 60 FPS. This makes 1440p Ultra the ideal configuration for users with a 1440p monitor, as it balances visual fidelity with smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding setting that stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 62.8 FPS. The Ultra preset falls short at 49.9 FPS, so users at 4K should select High to ensure playability. The Medium preset at 4K offers 70.5 FPS, but High provides a better visual experience for only a 7.7 FPS penalty. Therefore, the best settings per resolution are: 1080p Ultra (98.8 FPS), 1440p Ultra (76 FPS), and 4K High (62.8 FPS).

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1572 out of 3714 total combos. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms more than half of the other hardware combinations tested. The ranking reflects the balanced performance of the CPU and GPU, which together deliver solid frame rates across all resolutions and presets. While it is not a top-tier combination, it is a strong mid-to-upper range performer that handles the game well, particularly at 1080p and 1440p. The 1572 rank indicates that many other systems will perform better, but a substantial number will also perform worse, making this a dependable choice for Lockdown Protocol.