Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 1324th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the upper third of all configurations analyzed. This is a strong result for a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake processor working alongside an Ampere-generation GPU with 8 GB of GDDR6X memory. The combo’s percentile standing—77th for the CPU and 75th for the GPU—suggests a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other. Benchmark data confirms the system clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution tested, from 1920x1080 up to 3840x2160, though the margin of comfort narrows considerably at 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1324 out of 3714 represents the 64th percentile of tested configurations in Lockdown Protocol. That positioning is notable because it places the i5-13400F + RTX 3070 Ti ahead of more than 2,300 other CPU-GPU pairings, yet still behind roughly 1,300 combos that deliver higher average frame rates. The data indicates the system sits in a performance tier where it can handle demanding presets at 1440p without breaking a sweat, but at 4K Ultra it dips to 49 FPS average—below the 60 FPS threshold that marks playability in this analysis.

What makes this rank particularly interesting is how the CPU’s benchmark profile aligns with the GPU’s capabilities. The i5-13400F scores 22,604 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,191 in single-core, while the RTX 3070 Ti produces a Passmark G3D score of 23,356. Neither component is a top-tier performer, but their combined output lands in a sweet spot for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The rank also reflects the game’s apparent scalability: at 1440p Ultra, the combo delivers 77 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, the frame rate collapses to 49 FPS, suggesting the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher pixel counts.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?

A: Yes, but only at High, Medium, or Low settings. At 4K High, the average FPS is 66; at Medium it drops to 76 FPS (with min 64, max 87); and at Low it reaches 106 FPS. The Ultra preset falls short at 49 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Lockdown Protocol?

A: 2560x1440 offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The data shows 1440p Ultra runs at 77 FPS average, while 1080p Ultra runs at 105 FPS. Both resolutions support all four settings presets above 60 FPS, but 1440p delivers a higher pixel count than 1080p while maintaining comfortable frame rates.

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

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25,292, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS at 25,284 (0% delta). It is also 0.3% behind the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, both scoring 25,362 and 25,365 respectively. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails slightly at 25,201, putting the i5-13400F 0.4% ahead.

Q: Is the RTX 3070 Ti significantly faster than its closest GPU rivals?

A: The performance differences are minimal. The RTX 3070 Ti’s average benchmark score is 29,945, which is 0.1% ahead of the RTX 5070 Mobile (29,928) and 0.5% ahead of the RTX 2080 Ti (29,783). The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30,095 (0.5% higher), and the RX 6700 scores 30,433 (1.6% higher), so the 3070 Ti is effectively on par with all four.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo delivers an average of 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 FPS and a maximum of 184 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience for competitive play.

Q: Does the combo maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 49, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The verdict data lists High, Low, and Medium as playable at 4K, but not Ultra.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions reveals which component dominates in Lockdown Protocol. From 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the performance drop is modest across all presets: Ultra goes from 105 FPS to 77 FPS (a 27% reduction), High from 139 to 102 (27% reduction), Medium from 160 to 117 (27% reduction), and Low from 225 to 165 (27% reduction). This consistent scaling suggests the GPU is the primary driver at both 1080p and 1440p, since the workload increases proportionally with pixel count.

The picture changes dramatically when moving from 1440p to 4K. Ultra drops from 77 FPS to 49 FPS (36% reduction), while High falls from 102 to 66 (35% reduction), and Medium from 117 to 76 (35% reduction). The Low preset sees a smaller relative drop from 165 to 106 (36% reduction). These larger percentage declines at 4K indicate the GPU is heavily taxed at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s role becomes less significant as the pixel pipeline becomes the bottleneck.

At 1080p, the CPU likely matters more relative to the GPU, since the i5-13400F’s 3DMark scores (7,314 for 16 threads, 960 for single thread) provide enough headroom to feed the RTX 3070 Ti. The data shows that even at Low settings, 1080p produces 225 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not limiting performance at that resolution. The system’s ability to scale from 225 FPS at 1080p Low to 49 FPS at 4K Ultra highlights the GPU’s dominant role in determining final frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU side, the nearest rivals to the i5-13400F are all within a 0.4% performance delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS matches the Intel chip’s average score of 25,284 versus 25,292, making it a direct substitute in terms of raw compute. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D both score 25,362 and 25,365 respectively, which is 0.3% higher than the i5-13400F. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails at 25,201, a 0.4% deficit. Any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU.

On the GPU side, the RTX 3070 Ti’s closest competitors are the RTX 5070 Mobile (0.1% faster), RTX 2080 Ti (0.5% slower), RX 6800 (0.5% faster), and RX 6700 (1.6% faster). The RTX 2080 Ti, despite being from an older generation, delivers essentially the same performance as the 3070 Ti in synthetic benchmarks. The RX 6800 offers a slight edge, while the RX 6700 is the fastest of the group. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, swapping the RTX 3070 Ti for any of these GPUs would result in negligible FPS differences, likely within 1-2 frames at any given resolution and preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce 225 FPS average, Medium hits 160 FPS (min 136, max 184), High reaches 139 FPS, and Ultra manages 105 FPS. All presets far exceed the 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p the most forgiving resolution for this hardware.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but drops predictably. Low settings average 165 FPS, Medium averages 117 FPS (min 99, max 135), High averages 102 FPS, and Ultra averages 77 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 99 FPS indicates that even in demanding scenes, the system stays well above playable levels. Ultra at 77 FPS is the only preset that approaches the threshold, but it still clears 60 FPS comfortably.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits become apparent. Low settings average 106 FPS, Medium averages 76 FPS (min 64, max 87), and High averages 66 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 49 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Medium preset’s minimum of 64 FPS shows that even at 4K, the system can maintain playable frame rates in most scenarios, but Ultra is not viable.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with room to spare at most settings. The verdict data confirms that at 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 105 FPS average. At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable, with Ultra delivering 77 FPS average. At 3840x2160, three presets are playable—High at 66 FPS, Low at 106 FPS, and Medium at 76 FPS—but Ultra falls short at 49 FPS.

The practical takeaway is that this combo is a 1440p champion and a capable 4K performer, as long as you avoid the highest preset at 4K. For competitive play, 1080p with Medium or High settings yields frame rates between 139 and 160 FPS, which is ideal for fast-paced FPS gameplay. For visual fidelity, 1440p Ultra at 77 FPS offers a strong balance of image quality and smoothness.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which delivers 105 FPS average. This is the recommended setting for maximum visual quality at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best choice, running at 77 FPS average. This preserves the highest quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding playable preset is High, which averages 66 FPS. While Medium runs faster at 76 FPS, High offers better visual fidelity while still clearing 60 FPS. Ultra at 49 FPS is not recommended due to the sub-60 FPS average.