Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination delivers a playable experience across most settings in Lockdown Protocol, with the data indicating a clear performance ceiling at 4K resolution. The measured frame rates show a system that is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor when pushing 3840x2160.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-13400F, based on average benchmark scores, are a cluster of AMD and Intel processors with nearly identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS matches the i5-13400F with an average score of 25284, showing a delta of 0 percent. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D trail by a negligible 0.3 percent, with scores of 25362 and 25365 respectively. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is 0.4 percent ahead, scoring 25201. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would produce almost indistinguishable frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, as the 0.3 percent differences fall well within run-to-run variance.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 sits near a curious set of rivals. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153, which is 0.6 percent higher, while the AMD Radeon HD 8970M is 1 percent ahead at 21237. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is 1.6 percent behind at 20713, and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile is 1.6 percent ahead at 21379. These deltas are small, but the RTX 5050’s 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it outperforms the majority of installed hardware. When paired with the i5-13400F, which sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, the combination should feel consistent with systems built around these rival components.

The data suggests that users coming from a system with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D and an AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT would see nearly identical performance in this game. Similarly, a laptop with an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and an RTX A4000 Mobile would behave comparably, though the desktop i5-13400F and RTX 5050 combination carries the advantage of a 65-watt TDP for the CPU and a 130-watt TDP for the GPU.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling of measured FPS across resolutions reveals where each component carries the load. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 168 FPS, which drops to 123 FPS at 2560x1440 and 79 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 27 percent reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 36 percent reduction from 1440p to 4K. Such steep drops indicate the RTX 5050 is the primary constraint as pixel count rises, with the CPU having ample headroom at lower resolutions.

Moving from Low to Ultra settings at 1080p, the frame rate falls from 168 FPS to 78 FPS, a 54 percent reduction. At 1440p, the same settings change produces a drop from 123 FPS to 57 FPS, a 54 percent decline. At 4K, Low to Ultra goes from 79 FPS to 37 FPS, a 53 percent reduction. The consistency of this 53-54 percent scaling across all resolutions points to the GPU being the dominant factor for settings changes, with the CPU not introducing a bottleneck even at the highest preset.

The CPU’s role becomes clearer at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system hits 168 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, provides enough single-thread and multi-thread performance to feed the GPU at these high frame rates. In contrast, at 4K Ultra, the 37 FPS average is a GPU limitation, as the CPU’s workload does not increase proportionally with resolution. The benchmark results show the i5-13400F has a single-thread score of 960 in 3dmark_single_thread and a passmark_single_thread score of 3634, indicating strong per-core performance that prevents CPU-bound scenarios in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 168 FPS, Medium averages 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 and a maximum of 137, High averages 104 FPS, and Ultra averages 78 FPS. Every preset at this resolution exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin, with the minimum recorded FPS at Medium still holding at 101.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but begins to show strain at the top preset. Low averages 123 FPS, Medium averages 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 and a maximum of 100, High averages 76 FPS, and Ultra drops to 57 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below the 60 FPS threshold, while High maintains a 76 FPS average with no minimum data provided.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits are evident. Low averages 79 FPS, Medium averages 56 FPS with a minimum of 48 and a maximum of 65, High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS. Only the Low preset clears 60 FPS, and even then, the margin is narrow at 79 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 48 FPS indicates noticeable dips during intense scenes, making it unsuitable for a steady 60 FPS experience.

The data shows a consistent pattern where each resolution step down recovers roughly 40-50 percent of the frame rate. For instance, 4K Low at 79 FPS becomes 1440p Low at 123 FPS, and 1080p Low at 168 FPS. This scaling is typical for a GPU-bound scenario, confirming that the RTX 5050 is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra achieving 78 FPS, which is 30 percent above the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings at this resolution are Ultra, as it provides the highest visual quality while still maintaining a playable frame rate.

At 2560x1440, three presets are playable: Low, Medium, and High. The High preset averages 76 FPS, which is 16 FPS above the threshold. Ultra falls short at 57 FPS, meaning it should be avoided for a smooth experience. The best settings at this resolution are High, offering the maximum quality that still clears 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 79 FPS. Medium averages 56 FPS, High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS, all below the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings at this resolution are Low, which provides a playable experience but sacrifices significant visual fidelity.

The system can run Lockdown Protocol, but the user must adjust expectations based on resolution. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, the combo handles the game well at high settings. For 4K, the player must settle for Low settings, which still delivers a playable 79 FPS average but misses out on the higher presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 2293 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 62nd percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly 62 percent of the hardware combinations in this game. The ranking reflects a mid-to-upper tier position, consistent with the CPU’s 77th percentile and GPU’s 66th percentile global rankings.

The rank of 2293 suggests that while the system is capable of playing the game, there are 1421 tested combos that achieve higher frame rates. These would include systems with more powerful GPUs, such as higher-tier RTX 50-series cards or top-end AMD Radeon models. Conversely, the system outperforms the 1421 combos ranked below it, which would include older or lower-end hardware.

The data shows that the combo’s rank is driven more by the GPU than the CPU. Given that the i5-13400F ranks in the 77th percentile among CPUs, the limiting factor is the RTX 5050’s 66th percentile GPU ranking. A system with a stronger GPU paired with the same CPU would likely rank higher, while a weaker GPU would drop the rank further.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 78 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The system can run the game at Ultra settings with a playable frame rate.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 79 FPS. The Medium preset averages 56 FPS, High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS, all below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 5050 scores 21035 on average, which is 1.6 percent ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT at 20713 and 0.6 percent behind the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL at 21153.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system records a minimum FPS of 74, an average of 87, and a maximum of 100.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at higher resolutions?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions. Frame rate drops by 36 percent from 1440p to 4K at Low settings, while settings changes at the same resolution produce a consistent 53-54 percent reduction across all resolutions.

Q: What is the system’s performance rank among all tested combos?

A: The combo ranks 2293 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it above 62 percent of all systems tested.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which averages 78 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that remains above 60 FPS, providing the highest visual quality without dropping below the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, averaging 76 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 57 FPS, so High is the maximum quality that maintains a playable frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, averaging 79 FPS. This is the only preset that clears 60 FPS at 4K, as Medium averages 56 FPS, High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS. The player should choose Low for a playable experience at this resolution, accepting reduced visual fidelity to maintain frame rate.