Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a fast-paced FPS that demands high frame rates for smooth aiming and reaction times. The data for the Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 shows that this combination delivers exceptional performance, far exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset tested. This pairing of a strong mid-range CPU with a flagship GPU creates a system that is heavily GPU-bound in most scenarios, resulting in consistently high average frame rates that will satisfy even the most demanding players.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this system scales across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combination produces staggering results. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 286.2 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 253.2 FPS, while High settings still yield a very high 228 FPS. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, the system maintains an average of 170.8 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary bottleneck, as the GPU has ample headroom to render frames, and the gap between settings is relatively small.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptional, with the GPU beginning to take on a more significant role. The Low preset averages 255.3 FPS, which is only a slight decrease from the 1080p result. Medium settings deliver 193.4 FPS, and High settings are close behind at 166.6 FPS. The Ultra preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold with ease, posting an average of 128.9 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a modest performance cost, indicating that the system is well-balanced for high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution.

Moving to 3840x2160 (4K), the performance is still very strong, but the GPU load becomes the dominant factor. The Low preset achieves 176.5 FPS, showing a more substantial drop from the 1440p result. Medium settings average 121.7 FPS, while High settings drop to 105.6 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still comfortably exceeds the playability threshold with an average of 84.2 FPS. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, this system provides a smooth and playable experience, with the performance scaling clearly tied to the resolution's demand on the GPU.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The benchmark data for the 3840x2160 resolution shows that the Ultra preset is playable, with an average frame rate of 84.2 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this system at 1440p?

A: The verdict data for 2560x1440 indicates that the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it is listed among the playable settings and achieves the highest average FPS of 128.9.

Q: How much of a performance gain is there from using Low settings instead of Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the difference is significant. The Low preset averages 286.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 170.8 FPS. This represents a difference of over 115 FPS, or roughly 67% higher performance on Low settings.

Q: Is the frame rate stable enough for competitive play?

A: While the data only provides average FPS values, the extremely high averages, such as 255.3 FPS at 1440p Low and 228 FPS at 1080p High, suggest that the system has substantial headroom. This typically results in a very stable experience with minimal frame drops, which is ideal for a competitive FPS.

Q: Which resolution and preset combination offers the highest possible average frame rate?

A: The highest average frame rate in the entire dataset is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which produces an average of 286.2 FPS.

Q: Will performance be smooth at 4K High settings?

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 105.6 FPS at the 3840x2160 resolution with High settings. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

Benchmark results indicate that the RTX 4090 is the dominant component in this pairing, but the i5-13400F plays a crucial supporting role. At 1920x1080, the CPU's influence is most apparent. The performance difference between Low (286.2 FPS) and Ultra (170.8 FPS) is substantial, but even at Low settings, the frame rate is capped by the CPU's ability to feed the GPU with draw calls. The GPU is so powerful that it can render frames faster than the CPU can prepare them, making the i5-13400F the limiting factor at this resolution.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the load shifts to the GPU. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a noticeable drop in FPS across all presets, and this trend continues at 4K. For instance, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 228 at 1080p to 166.6 at 1440p and finally to 105.6 at 4K. This pattern confirms that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, provides enough processing power to keep up with the RTX 4090 at 1440p and 4K, ensuring that the GPU is utilized to its full potential. The data shows that the system is well-balanced for high-resolution gaming, with the GPU's workload scaling predictably with resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the Intel Core i5-13400F, its average benchmark score of 25292 is closely matched by several alternatives. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS has a nearly identical average score of 25284 with a 0% deltaPct, meaning it would perform almost exactly the same in CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 (-0.3% deltaPct) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 (-0.3% deltaPct), both offering essentially equivalent CPU performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is also in the same ballpark with a score of 25201 and a 0.4% deltaPct. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU, as the game does not appear to be heavily dependent on the specific CPU architecture at higher resolutions.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, its average benchmark score of 60347 places it in a performance tier with some unexpected rivals. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the closest match with an average score of 60326 and a 0% deltaPct, suggesting it would provide very similar GPU-bound performance. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60140 (0.3% deltaPct), also being essentially equal. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is slightly faster with a score of 61896 (-2.5% deltaPct), while the AMD Radeon PRO V710 is slightly slower at 58657 (2.9% deltaPct). It is important to note that these are professional-grade GPUs, but the benchmark scores indicate that, for the purposes of this game, they would offer comparable performance to the RTX 4090 in terms of raw FPS, assuming driver support is adequate.

The Verdict

The data clearly answers the question: this PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol. The verdict by resolution confirms that all tested settings presets are playable at every resolution. At 1920x1080, the best experience is on the Ultra preset, which achieves an average of 170.8 FPS. This is far beyond the 60 FPS threshold and will allow players to take full advantage of high-refresh-rate monitors. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, with an average of 128.9 FPS, providing a flawless experience for competitive and immersive play. Even at the demanding 3840x2160 resolution, the system is not challenged. The Ultra preset is playable, averaging 84.2 FPS, and all other presets, including High (105.6 FPS), Medium (121.7 FPS), and Low (176.5 FPS), are playable as well.

In summary, this combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 provides a top-tier gaming experience for Lockdown Protocol. It delivers frame rates that are more than sufficient for smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, and it remains fully playable at 4K with all settings maxed out. The system shows no weaknesses in this title, making it an excellent choice for any player seeking maximum performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The data shows that this specific combination of CPU and GPU ranks at #134 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 3.6% of all systems tested, which is an exceptional result. This high ranking reflects the overall performance capability of the pairing. While the CPU is a mid-range part, its performance is sufficient to not bottleneck the flagship GPU in this game, allowing the system to leverage the full power of the RTX 4090. The ranking confirms that this is a high-end configuration that will outperform the vast majority of other systems running Lockdown Protocol, delivering a gaming experience that is only matched by a small fraction of the other tested hardware combinations.