Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol, a 2024 FPS title, shows remarkably consistent performance across the tested hardware pairing. The Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers high frame rates at every resolution tested, with the data indicating that even the most demanding settings remain far above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The benchmark results reveal a system that is not merely adequate but decisively overpowered for this specific game, with performance scaling that suggests a GPU-bound experience at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptional results: Low settings average 333 FPS, Medium settings average 236 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 272 FPS, High settings average 206 FPS, and Ultra settings average 155 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is substantial, representing a 178 FPS difference that highlights how dramatically the preset selection impacts output.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains extremely high but shows the expected scaling impact. Low settings average 244 FPS, Medium settings average 173 FPS with a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 199 FPS, High settings average 151 FPS, and Ultra settings average 113 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces the Ultra preset performance by 42 FPS, yet even the lowest recorded minimum at this resolution remains more than double the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the system still delivers excellent results. Low settings average 157 FPS, Medium settings average 112 FPS with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS, High settings average 98 FPS, and Ultra settings average 73 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K produces the lowest average across the entire dataset, but 73 FPS still provides comfortable headroom above the playability threshold. The minimum FPS data is only available for Medium settings, where the 95 FPS minimum at 4K demonstrates consistent frame delivery even during demanding scenes.

The pattern across resolutions shows a consistent relationship: Low settings deliver roughly 2.1 times the frame rate of Ultra settings at each resolution. At 1080p, this means 333 FPS versus 155 FPS; at 1440p, 244 FPS versus 113 FPS; and at 4K, 157 FPS versus 73 FPS. The scaling between resolutions is also consistent, with each step up in resolution reducing performance by approximately 30-35 percent across all presets.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 4K?

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average of 73 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold by 13 FPS.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this hardware combination?

A: The highest recorded average is 333 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Medium preset compare between 1080p and 1440p?

A: At 1920x1080, Medium settings average 236 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same preset averages 173 FPS with a minimum of 147 FPS, representing a 63 FPS average reduction.

Q: Is there any resolution or preset combination that falls below 60 FPS?

A: No. Every test combination in the measured data exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The lowest recorded average is 73 FPS at 4K Ultra, and the lowest minimum is 95 FPS at 4K Medium.

Q: What performance difference exists between High and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: High settings average 151 FPS, while Ultra settings average 113 FPS. This represents a 38 FPS difference, with Ultra delivering approximately 75 percent of the High preset's performance.

Q: How much performance is gained by lowering resolution from 4K to 1080p?

A: At Ultra settings, the average frame rate increases from 73 FPS at 4K to 155 FPS at 1080p, more than doubling performance. At Low settings, the increase is from 157 FPS to 333 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions provides insight into which component limits Lockdown Protocol. The consistent reduction in frame rates as resolution increases suggests a GPU-bound scenario, particularly at higher presets. At 1080p, the CPU has more influence because the GPU can complete its workload quickly, but the data shows the i5-14600K handles this without bottlenecking — the 333 FPS Low preset result indicates substantial CPU headroom.

The relationship between preset and resolution reveals how the workload shifts. At 1080p, going from Low to Ultra reduces frame rates by 178 FPS, a 53 percent drop. At 4K, the same preset change reduces performance by 84 FPS, a 54 percent drop. This proportional consistency indicates that the GPU is the primary constraint across all settings, with the CPU maintaining sufficient throughput to avoid becoming the limiting factor.

The RTX 4080's role becomes more apparent at higher resolutions. The transition from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings reduces average FPS from 113 to 73, a 35 percent decline that aligns with the increased pixel count. The i5-14600K's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample processing power for game logic and physics, as evidenced by the high minimum frame rates even at 4K Medium where the 95 FPS minimum suggests stable frame pacing.

The data implies that for Lockdown Protocol, the GPU is the dominant factor in determining final frame rates. The CPU's influence is most visible at 1080p Low settings, where the 333 FPS result approaches the practical limits of the rendering pipeline, but even there, the processor keeps pace with the GPU's output capacity.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU provide context for how other processors might perform in this combination. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698 in aggregate benchmarks, a 0.2 percent difference from the i5-14600K's 48618 average. The AMD EPYC 4345P scores 48470, representing a 0.3 percent deficit, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX scores 48287, a 0.7 percent gap. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 scores 48995, which is 0.8 percent higher than the i5-14600K.

For the GPU, the nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER with an average score of 54209, just 0.1 percent above the RTX 4080's 54247. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1 percent higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 2.6 percent advantage. The AMD Radeon 8060S completes the rival list with 55757, representing a 2.7 percent higher score.

These small delta percentages suggest that swapping the CPU or GPU for any of these alternatives would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The RTX 4080 SUPER, being the closest GPU rival, would likely deliver within one percent of the measured performance, meaning the 73 FPS at 4K Ultra would remain effectively unchanged. Similarly, any of the CPU alternatives would maintain the same performance profile, as none show more than a one percent difference in aggregate scores.

The Verdict

The verdict across all resolutions is unequivocal: this system runs Lockdown Protocol exceptionally well. At 3840x2160, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the most demanding Ultra preset averaging 73 FPS. The best settings at 4K are Ultra, delivering that 73 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the same complete playability applies, with Ultra averaging 113 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings reach 155 FPS, providing an exceptionally smooth experience.

Every resolution and preset combination in the measured data exceeds 60 FPS, making this hardware pairing one that offers no compromised configurations. The minimum recorded frame rate across all tests is 95 FPS at 4K Medium, which still provides substantial headroom above the playability threshold. For users seeking maximum visual quality, the Ultra preset at 4K remains viable, while competitive players could leverage the 333 FPS possible at 1080p Low for minimal latency.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 205th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the top 5.5 percent of all configurations tested, a position that reflects both the strength of the individual components and their effective pairing for this game. The rank indicates that most other hardware combinations produce lower frame rates, though the data also shows that numerous combinations achieve playable performance.

The ranking position suggests that while this is a high-performing setup, it is not at the absolute pinnacle of the tested combinations. The 3714 total configurations include more powerful CPUs and GPUs that would naturally rank higher, but the 205th position still represents exceptional performance for the vast majority of gaming scenarios. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, the measured frame rates demonstrate that this combo sits comfortably in the upper echelon of capable systems.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS or higher is Ultra, which averages 155 FPS. This provides a visually rich experience while still delivering more than twice the required frame rate. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings again qualify, averaging 113 FPS and offering both high visual fidelity and smooth gameplay. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 73 FPS, exceeding the 60 FPS threshold and allowing for maximum quality settings at 4K.

For each resolution, the recommendation is unambiguous: use Ultra settings. The measured data shows that no preset at any resolution drops below 60 FPS, so users can select the highest quality without sacrificing playability. The 4K Ultra result of 73 FPS provides a 13 FPS buffer above the threshold, which should accommodate minor scene-to-scene fluctuations. The 1440p and 1080p results offer even larger margins, with 53 FPS and 95 FPS buffers respectively, ensuring consistent performance even in demanding gameplay moments.