Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a formidable combination for Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS that benefits from high frame rates. The data shows this system delivers exceptionally smooth performance across the board, with the only significant compromise appearing at 4K with Ultra settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, compares the hardware to similar alternatives, and provides clear guidance on the best settings for each resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on aggregate benchmark scores, both the CPU and GPU in this combo sit close to several other pieces of hardware. The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are a cluster of AMD processors with nearly identical scores. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, a 0% delta, meaning performance parity. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365, also 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201, which is 0.4% lower than the i5-13400F. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, any of these CPUs would deliver a nearly indistinguishable experience in terms of frame pacing and physics calculations, as the performance gap is negligible.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 holds an average benchmark score of 23172, placing it in the 68th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are a more eclectic group, but the deltas are again minimal. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, which is 0.3% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 scores 23250, also 0.3% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23273, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon R9 M290X scores 23276, also 0.4% higher. In practice, these differences are within the margin of error for synthetic benchmarks. While the RTX 3080 has distinct architectural advantages in ray tracing, for the raw rasterization workload of Lockdown Protocol, these GPUs would produce very similar frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results for Lockdown Protocol show a clear trend: the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s headroom becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and higher frame rates. The data shows a significant scaling of frame rates as resolution drops, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. At 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 73. Dropping to 1440p at the same High settings increases the average to 113 FPS, a substantial jump of 40 FPS. Moving down to 1080p at High settings further increases the average to 155 FPS. This pattern indicates that the RTX 3080 is the limiting factor at 4K, as its workload decreases with lower pixel counts.

The CPU's role becomes more relevant when examining the Low preset, which reduces the GPU load significantly. At 1080p Low, the system achieves an average of 249 FPS, which is close to the practical limit for many displays. This high frame rate suggests the i5-13400F has enough single-thread and multi-thread performance to feed the GPU effectively. However, the scaling between resolutions at Low settings is still substantial: 118 FPS at 4K, 183 FPS at 1440p, and 249 FPS at 1080p. This indicates that even at Low settings, the GPU is still a significant contributor to performance, though the CPU is clearly capable of high throughput. The 16 threads of the i5-13400F ensure smooth frame pacing in the game’s multiplayer and AI-heavy moments, preventing hitches that could occur with a weaker processor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 3840x2160, the system delivers an average of 118 FPS on Low, 84 FPS on Medium, 73 FPS on High, and 55 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset has a recorded minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS, showing that even the lowest frames stay well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at this resolution is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold, with an average of 55 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance is stronger. The Low preset averages 183 FPS, Medium averages 130 FPS, and High averages 113 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution averages 85 FPS, comfortably clearing the 60 FPS mark. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a minimum of 110 FPS and a maximum of 149 FPS, indicating excellent consistency with no drops below the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system is clearly CPU-limited at the lower presets. The Low preset averages an impressive 249 FPS. The Medium preset averages 177 FPS, with a minimum of 151 FPS and a maximum of 204 FPS. The High preset averages 155 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 116 FPS. All presets at 1080p are far above the 60 FPS threshold, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with exceptional performance in nearly every scenario. The verdict by resolution is clear. At 3840x2160, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with the best settings being High at an average of 73 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is not playable, as it dips to an average of 55 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 85 FPS. At 1920x1080, all four settings are also playable, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 116 FPS.

The data shows that this combination is more than capable of delivering a smooth experience for competitive play. Even the most demanding settings at 1440p and 1080p clear the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin. Only at 4K with Ultra settings would a user need to compromise, but the High preset at 4K still provides a very playable 73 FPS average. For a fast-paced FPS like Lockdown Protocol, the ability to hit 116 FPS at 1080p Ultra is a significant advantage, providing a responsive and fluid experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 ranks 1031 out of 3714 tested combos. This places it in the upper portion of the performance distribution, specifically within the top 27.8% of all tested systems. This rank reflects the strong overall capability of the pairing.

The rank suggests that while this combo is not the absolute top-tier, it outperforms the majority of systems tested. The high performance at 1080p and 1440p, combined with the playable 4K High preset, demonstrates that this is a well-balanced setup for Lockdown Protocol. The i5-13400F provides enough CPU power to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 3080, which is crucial for maintaining high frame rates. The GPU’s 10 GB of GDDR6X memory is sufficient for the game’s textures and geometry, even at 4K with High settings. This rank indicates a system that will provide a highly satisfying gaming experience without the need for any component upgrades.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is as follows:

• 3840x2160 (4K): High settings, averaging 73 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 4K, as it provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium while maintaining a comfortable frame rate. The Ultra preset is not viable, so High is the clear winner for visual fidelity and performance.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra settings, averaging 85 FPS. At 1440p, the system has enough headroom to run the game at its maximum visual quality while still staying well above the 60 FPS target. This is the best way to experience the game on a 1440p monitor, as the frame rate is high enough for smooth gameplay.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra settings, averaging 116 FPS. Similar to 1440p, the system can handle the Ultra preset at 1080p with ease. The high average frame rate makes this an excellent choice for gamers with high-refresh-rate 1080p displays, as it leverages the full potential of the CPU and GPU combination.