Lockdown Protocol

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers substantial performance in Lockdown Protocol, with measured average frame rates comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold across all tested resolutions and settings. The only configuration that approaches this threshold is the Ultra preset at 3840x2160, which still manages an average of 63.6 FPS. Across the entire measurement set, frame rates scale predictably with both resolution and graphical preset, indicating a balanced system that yields playable results even under maximum load at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data for Lockdown Protocol shows a clear performance hierarchy based on resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system produces its highest frame rates, starting with 279.1 FPS on Low settings. Moving to Medium at 1080p yields 199.6 FPS, while High settings produce 171.6 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset at 1080p still delivers 133.5 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern emerges with slightly reduced absolute numbers. Low settings produce 204.7 FPS, Medium reaches 148.9 FPS, High delivers 130.2 FPS, and Ultra maintains 95.8 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across presets, with the average frame rate decreasing by roughly 25-30% depending on the settings level.

The 3840x2160 resolution shows the most significant performance impact. Low settings at 4K produce 133.6 FPS, which is still a very high frame rate. Medium settings deliver 93.5 FPS, while High settings yield 82.8 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 63.6 FPS, which barely clears the 60 FPS threshold but remains playable according to the data.

No minimum or maximum frame rate data was captured in the measurements; only average FPS values are available for analysis. The absence of min/max data means the analysis focuses entirely on average performance, which for this game and hardware combination consistently exceeds the playability threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the workload shifts between the Intel Core i5-14600K and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset reaching 279.1 FPS. Such high frame rates indicate that the CPU is well-utilized, as the GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution. The i5-14600K, with its 14 cores and 20 threads, provides sufficient processing power to feed the GPU at these frame rates.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop by a noticeable margin. The Low preset falls from 279.1 FPS to 204.7 FPS, a decrease of approximately 27%. This drop suggests that the GPU begins to take on more of the rendering load, though the CPU still has headroom. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers 95.8 FPS, which is a substantial 48% reduction from the 1080p Ultra result of 133.5 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU role becomes dominant. The Low preset at 4K delivers 133.6 FPS, which is actually nearly identical to the Ultra preset at 1080p (133.5 FPS). This crossover point indicates that at 4K, even Low settings require significant GPU resources, and the RX 7900 XT is the primary determinant of performance. The scaling from 1440p Low (204.7 FPS) to 4K Low (133.6 FPS) shows a 35% reduction, which is less severe than the drop from 1080p Low to 1440p Low, suggesting diminishing returns as the GPU becomes more saturated.

The CPU’s influence is most apparent at lower resolutions and higher frame rates. The i5-14600K’s single-core performance, reflected in its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064, contributes to the high frame rates seen at 1080p. The multi-core score of 24491 in Cinebench R23 also supports the game’s threading requirements, though Lockdown Protocol appears to scale well with the GPU at higher resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-14600K provide context for its CPU performance. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H has an average benchmark score of 48698, which is 0.2% higher than the i5-14600K’s average of 48618. The AMD EPYC 4345P scores 48470, placing it 0.3% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX has an average score of 48287, which is 0.7% lower, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 scores 48995, representing a 0.8% advantage. These deltas are all within 1% of the i5-14600K, meaning any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol when paired with the same GPU.

For the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT, the nearest rivals show similar performance clustering. The AMD Radeon 660M has an average score of 13812, which is 0.5% higher than the RX 7900 XT’s average of 13745. The NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile scores 13821, also 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 570X scores 13871, which is 0.9% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT scores 13543, representing a 1.5% lower result. These small deltas suggest that any of these GPUs would deliver similar performance in Lockdown Protocol, though the RX 9070 XT would be slightly slower.

The percentile rankings provide additional context. The i5-14600K ranks in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, indicating strong overall performance. The RX 7900 XT ranks in the 55th percentile among all GPUs, which is more modest but still above the median. This combination of a high-ranking CPU and a mid-ranking GPU results in the measured frame rates, which are consistently playable across all tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this system achieves in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 279.1 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 63.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600K has an average benchmark score of 48618, while its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, scores 48698, a difference of 0.2%.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings produce 204.7 FPS while Ultra settings produce 95.8 FPS, a difference of 108.9 FPS.

Q: Does the GPU have any direct rivals with similar performance?

A: The AMD Radeon 660M has an average score of 13812, which is 0.5% higher than the RX 7900 XT’s 13745, making it the closest rival in the data.

Q: Which resolution shows the smallest performance gap between Low and Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160, the gap between Low (133.6 FPS) and Ultra (63.6 FPS) is 70 FPS, which is the smallest absolute difference among the three resolutions tested.

The Verdict

This PC configuration can run Lockdown Protocol at playable frame rates across every resolution and setting combination tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at each of the three resolutions. The playability threshold is set at 60 FPS, and the lowest measured average is 63.6 FPS at 4K Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers frame rates ranging from 133.5 FPS at Ultra to 279.1 FPS at Low, providing a very smooth experience even at maximum settings. At 2560x1440, the range is 95.8 FPS at Ultra to 204.7 FPS at Low, which remains well above the threshold. At 3840x2160, the range narrows to 63.6 FPS at Ultra to 133.6 FPS at Low, with all presets clearing the 60 FPS bar.

The data indicates that this combination is well-suited for Lockdown Protocol at any resolution. The 4K Ultra result of 63.6 FPS is close to the threshold, but it still qualifies as playable. Users who prefer a larger margin of safety at 4K can select the High preset, which delivers 82.8 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is the Ultra setting. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset produces an average of 63.6 FPS, which is the highest quality setting that remains playable. At 2560x1440, Ultra delivers 95.8 FPS, providing a substantial margin above the threshold. At 1920x1080, Ultra yields 133.5 FPS, offering excellent visual quality with very high frame rates.

The data shows that users can confidently select the Ultra preset at any resolution without falling below the 60 FPS playability threshold. For those who prioritize higher frame rates over visual fidelity, the Low preset at each resolution offers the best performance: 279.1 FPS at 1080p, 204.7 FPS at 1440p, and 133.6 FPS at 4K.

The High preset provides a balanced option, with average frame rates of 171.6 FPS at 1080p, 130.2 FPS at 1440p, and 82.8 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset sits between High and Low, delivering 199.6 FPS at 1080p, 148.9 FPS at 1440p, and 93.5 FPS at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT ranks 659th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the top 17.7% of all tested configurations, indicating that it performs well above the median. The data is measured, not estimated, which adds confidence to the ranking.

The ranking reflects the combined capabilities of the CPU and GPU. The i5-14600K’s 90th percentile rank among CPUs and the RX 7900 XT’s 55th percentile rank among GPUs together produce a system that handles Lockdown Protocol effectively. The high CPU percentile contributes to strong performance at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest, while the GPU’s moderate percentile still allows for playable 4K performance.

For context, the combo rank of 659 out of 3714 means there are 658 tested configurations that perform better, and 3055 that perform worse. This places the system firmly in the upper quartile of tested hardware, making it a capable choice for this game. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and presets confirm that the rank is consistent with real-world performance, with no configuration falling below the 60 FPS threshold.