Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol, a competitive FPS released in March 2024, is the subject of this analysis for the combination of an Intel Core i5-12600KF and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080. The data set contains measured frame rates at three resolutions across four quality presets, synthetic benchmark scores for both components, and a global ranking of this pairing among tested configurations. The CPU's average benchmark score is 27,799, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU's average score is 54,247, in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Together, this combo ranks 265th out of 3,714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. The CPU's launch MSRP is $264, and the GPU's launch MSRP is 1,199 USD. All measured average frame rates exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-12600KF, based on average benchmark score, are all within a fraction of a percent of the CPU's 27,799. The Intel Core i9-10900K scores 27,872, which is 0.3% higher, so the i5-12600KF trails by that margin. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27,712, making the i5 0.3% faster. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D each score 27,887 and 27,896 respectively, both 0.3% ahead of the i5. In practical terms, these differences are negligible; a system built with any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the same GPU and memory configuration.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080's average score of 54,247 places it extremely close to the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54,209 — the RTX 4080 is 0.1% faster. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828, which is 1.1% higher than the RTX 4080, meaning the RTX 4080 is that much slower. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and AMD Radeon 8060S score 55,698 and 55,757 respectively, putting the RTX 4080 2.6% and 2.7% behind them. While these deltas are small, they indicate that the RTX 4080 sits at the edge of a cluster of GPUs with very similar raw performance. In Lockdown Protocol, users with any of these rivals would see essentially the same frame rates at the same settings, with differences likely within a few percent.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of 3,714 tested CPU-GPU combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing holds the 265th position. That places it in the upper portion of all tested systems, though not at the absolute top. The CPU's 79th percentile and GPU's 86th percentile suggest that both components are strong individually, and their combined rank reflects a balanced, high-end setup. The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and every measured average exceeds that value, so the combo never falls below playable territory in this game. The ranking is consistent with the high synthetic scores: the CPU's average benchmark score of 27,799 and the GPU's 54,247 are both well above the median for their respective categories. For Lockdown Protocol, this combination is comfortably capable of handling the game at all tested settings, as confirmed by the frame rate data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists all measured average frame rates, along with minimum and maximum values where provided. Note that min/max data is only available for the Medium preset at each resolution; other presets report only the average.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 98 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 157 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 112 | 95 | 129 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 73 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | High | 151 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 244 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 173 | 147 | 199 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 113 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | High | 206 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 308 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 236 | 201 | 272 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 155 | — | — |

At 4K, the Ultra preset produces an average of 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold but leaves little headroom. The Medium preset at 4K shows a minimum of 95 FPS, so even the worst-case frame time stays well above playable. At 1440p, all presets exceed 100 FPS, with Low reaching 244 FPS and Ultra at 113 FPS. At 1080p, the lowest average is 155 FPS (Ultra), and the highest is 308 FPS (Low). The Medium preset at each resolution includes min/max values, which reveal a consistent spread: at 1080p the range is 201–272 FPS, at 1440p 147–199 FPS, and at 4K 95–129 FPS. This indicates stable performance with no severe dips.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 Ultra is 73 FPS, which exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p that stays at or above 60 FPS?

A: The most demanding preset that remains above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 113 FPS at 2560x1440.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-12600KF compare to the Intel Core i9-10900K?

A: The i5-12600KF's average benchmark score is 27,799, which is 0.3% lower than the i9-10900K's 27,872. The difference is negligible for gaming.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 significantly faster than the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: No. The RTX 4080 scores 54,247, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54,209. The performance is effectively identical.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average is 73 FPS, occurring at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset.

Q: Are there any settings or resolutions where the frame rate drops below 60 FPS?

A: No. Every measured average FPS across all resolutions and presets is above 60 FPS, with the minimum being 73 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The frame rate data reveals how the CPU and GPU share the workload in Lockdown Protocol. At 1080p, the average FPS is extremely high across all presets — 308 at Low, 236 at Medium, 206 at High, and 155 at Ultra. This suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at these lower resolutions, and the GPU is not fully saturated. As resolution increases to 1440p and then 4K, every preset shows a substantial drop in average FPS. For instance, at Low settings, the average falls from 308 at 1080p to 244 at 1440p and then to 157 at 4K. At Ultra, it falls from 155 at 1080p to 113 at 1440p and 73 at 4K. This consistent scaling with resolution indicates that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, because the same CPU workload is maintained while the GPU must render more pixels.

The CPU's synthetic scores reinforce this interpretation. The i5-12600KF achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,391 and a single-core score of 3,302, along with a 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,956. These are strong results, but the game's frame rates at 1080p are so high that the CPU is likely not the limiting factor at that resolution. At 4K, the GPU's workload increases dramatically, and the measured averages (73–157 FPS) are consistent with a GPU-bound scenario. The GPU's own benchmark scores — 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,567 and Passmark G3D score of 34,457 — place it in the 86th percentile, which is higher than the CPU's 79th percentile. This relative strength supports the conclusion that the GPU is the dominant component for Lockdown Protocol at all resolutions, especially as resolution rises.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra at every resolution. At 3840x2160, Ultra runs at an average of 73 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra runs at 113 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra runs at 155 FPS. Since all presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — exceed 60 FPS at all three resolutions, there is no need to compromise on quality for this game. The data shows that even the most graphically intensive settings remain playable, with the lowest margin at 4K Ultra, which still offers 13 FPS of headroom above the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

This PC can run Lockdown Protocol without any issues. The measured frame rates confirm that the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers playable performance at every resolution and preset tested. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 155 (Ultra) to 308 (Low). At 1440p, it ranges from 113 (Ultra) to 244 (Low). At 4K, it ranges from 73 (Ultra) to 157 (Low). All averages exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold, and the only preset with a relatively slim margin is 4K Ultra at 73 FPS. For users seeking maximum visual quality, the Ultra preset is fully playable at all three resolutions. The combo's rank of 265th out of 3,714 tested configurations further underscores its capability. In summary, this hardware pair is more than sufficient for Lockdown Protocol, offering high frame rates across the board.