Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is a high-end combination that places in the 68th percentile for performance in Lockdown Protocol, ranking 1182nd out of 3714 tested combos. The data indicates this system is exceptionally capable, delivering playable frame rates at every tested resolution, with the only exception being the Ultra preset at 4K, which falls just short of the 60 FPS threshold.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, at 4K the system is playable on High, Low, and Medium settings. The High preset delivers an average of 73.3 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Only the Ultra preset at 4K fails to hit 60 FPS, averaging 53.3 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset is fully playable at 2560x1440, with an average of 82.4 FPS. This makes Ultra the "best settings" choice for that resolution, as it clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably while offering maximum visual quality.

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

A: The Core i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279, putting it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. It is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, which scores 32233, and the Intel Core i9-11900, which scores 32226. It is slightly ahead of the Intel Core i7-12800H (32121) by 0.5%.

Q: Is the GPU's performance competitive with other cards?

A: The RX 6800 XT scores 48477 on average, placing it in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. It trails the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti by 3% (which scores 49957) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 by 3% (scoring 50001), but it outperforms the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile by 1.5% (which scores 47743).

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the High preset, the system averages 150.3 FPS. This is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating the CPU and GPU have significant headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Does the system maintain playable frame rates across all settings at 1080p?

A: Yes, all four tested presets at 1080p are playable. The Low preset averages 242.7 FPS, Medium averages 170.8 FPS, High averages 150.3 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset averages 110.9 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT at rank 1182 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This puts the system in the top 32% of all combinations tested, which is a strong showing for a high-refresh-rate gaming rig. The ranking reflects the balanced nature of the pairing: the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions, and the GPU provides sufficient muscle to push high frame rates even at 4K.

Given that the playable threshold is 60 FPS, the system's rank is justified by its ability to exceed this mark at nearly every setting and resolution combination. The only failure case is 4K Ultra, which is an extreme scenario that stresses even the most powerful hardware. For a competitive FPS title like Lockdown Protocol, having a rank in the top third of all combos suggests that users can expect a smooth experience without needing to compromise heavily on visual fidelity. The strong CPU percentile rank of 83 and GPU percentile rank of 85 reinforce that neither component is holding the other back in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of scaling across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. The Low preset delivers an average of 242.7 FPS, which is an extreme frame rate ideal for competitive play. Moving up the settings ladder, Medium averages 170.8 FPS, High averages 150.3 FPS, and Ultra still manages a very playable 110.9 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a drop of 131.8 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset is significantly more demanding but still well within playable range.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected impact of increased resolution. The Low preset averages 178.4 FPS, which is a drop of 64.3 FPS compared to 1080p Low. Medium averages 127.1 FPS, High averages 108.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 82.4 FPS. All presets at 1440p clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra being the most demanding but still providing a smooth experience. The delta between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 96 FPS, showing that the GPU is doing more work at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system starts to show its limits on the highest settings. The Low preset averages 111.7 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium averages 81.2 FPS, and High averages 73.3 FPS, both of which clear the 60 FPS mark. However, the Ultra preset drops to 53.3 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to hit 60 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a drop of 58.4 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset at 4K is the breaking point for this hardware combination.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14400F performs nearly identically to several other processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has an average score of 32233, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, which is a 0.2% difference. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, making the i5-14400F 0.2% slower. These differences are within the margin of error, meaning users with any of these CPUs would see virtually identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT sits close to a few other cards. The NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile scores 47743, which is 1.5% lower, making the RX 6800 XT slightly faster. The Intel Arc A550M scores 49737, which is 2.5% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti scores 49957, which is 3% higher. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 scores 50001, also 3% higher. In practical terms, these GPUs would deliver similar performance in this game, with the RX 6800 XT being marginally slower than the top three rivals listed but still within a small margin.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities at different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more prominent. The fact that the Low preset hits 242.7 FPS shows that the CPU can feed the GPU enough data to reach very high frame rates. However, the drop to 110.9 FPS at Ultra indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as settings increase. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p is a 54% reduction in frame rate, which is primarily driven by GPU load.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more of the workload. The Low preset drops to 178.4 FPS, which is a 26% decrease from 1080p Low. This suggests that the GPU is becoming more saturated at this resolution. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 82.4 FPS, which is a 25% decrease from the 1080p Ultra result. The consistent drop across all settings indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 1440p, with the CPU still having enough headroom to support the frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant factor. The Low preset drops to 111.7 FPS, which is a 37% decrease from 1440p Low. The Medium and High presets follow a similar pattern, with the GPU being heavily loaded. The Ultra preset at 53.3 FPS is the only point where the system falls below the playable threshold, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The CPU's role at this resolution is diminished, as the GPU is unable to render frames fast enough to require more CPU input. The data suggests that if a user wants to play at 4K Ultra, they would need a more powerful GPU, while the CPU would not need an upgrade.

The Verdict

The verdict is clear: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol very well. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with the Ultra preset averaging 110.9 FPS. This is the best settings choice for 1080p, as it provides maximum visual quality while still being nearly double the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable, with Ultra averaging 82.4 FPS. This makes 1440p Ultra the best settings option for that resolution, offering a great balance of visuals and performance. At 3840x2160, the system can handle High, Medium, and Low presets, with High being the best playable setting at 73.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that fails to hit 60 FPS, averaging 53.3 FPS, so users should avoid that specific combination.

For a competitive FPS game, this system is more than adequate. The 1080p performance is exceptional, with even the Ultra preset providing a high refresh rate experience. The 1440p performance is also strong, making it a sweet spot for this hardware. The 4K performance is acceptable for casual play on High settings, but users seeking 4K Ultra would need more GPU power. Overall, the Core i5-14400F and RX 6800 XT combination is a well-matched pair for Lockdown Protocol, offering playable frame rates across the vast majority of possible configurations.