Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination presents a distinct performance profile for Lockdown Protocol. The recorded data shows a CPU that ranks in the 90th percentile against all tested processors, paired with a GPU that sits in the 62nd percentile against all tested graphics cards. This pairing produces a wide range of frame rates across resolutions and settings, with the system capable of exceeding 60 FPS at 1080p and 1440p under several presets, while 4K gaming remains viable only at the lowest settings. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance, compares this combo to similar hardware, and provides concrete settings guidance based on the database results.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on a 1080p monitor?

A: Yes. The database shows that at 1920x1080, all four tested settings presets clear the 60 FPS threshold. The average frame rates recorded are 158.8 FPS on Low, 113.6 FPS on Medium, 100.4 FPS on High, and 73.4 FPS on Ultra.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming with this hardware?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 72.1 FPS. The Medium preset runs at 85.4 FPS, and Low runs at 116.2 FPS, but the Ultra preset drops to 52.1 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold.

Q: Is 4K resolution playable with the RTX 2060 SUPER?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset remains playable, delivering an average of 76.7 FPS. The Medium preset averages 55.7 FPS, High averages 46.4 FPS, and Ultra averages 35.5 FPS, all of which are below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-14600KF has an average benchmark score of 49394. This places it 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (49228), 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (49196), and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 (48995). It trails the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (49796) by 0.8%.

Q: How does the GPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093. It is 0.4% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (18159), 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18189), 1.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 460 (18373), and 1.6% ahead of the Intel Arc A770M (18383). Note that the rival scores listed here are higher, which means the RTX 2060 SUPER is slightly behind them in these comparisons.

Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combination for Lockdown Protocol?

A: In the database of tested combinations for this game, this specific pairing ranks 2566 out of 3714 total combos. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the field for overall performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a useful frame of reference for what other hardware would deliver similar performance in this system. For the processor side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 is the closest match with an average score that is only 0.3% different from the Intel Core i5-14600KF. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and Intel Core Ultra 5 245 are also very close, with deltas of 0.4% and 0.8% respectively. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the only near rival that outperforms the i5-14600KF in the database, but only by 0.8%. This means that any of these CPUs would likely produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the same GPU is used.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is the closest alternative, with a score that is 0.4% higher than the RTX 2060 SUPER. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 0.5% higher, the AMD Radeon RX 460 is 1.5% higher, and the Intel Arc A770M is 1.6% higher. These deltas are all small, so a system with any of these GPUs paired with the i5-14600KF would behave very similarly in terms of raw frame output. The data suggests that swapping the RTX 2060 SUPER for one of these rival cards would not produce a dramatic shift in playability at the tested resolutions, though the direction of the change would be slightly negative in each case.

When considering the entire combo, the rank of 2566 out of 3714 indicates that there are many faster combinations in the database, but also a substantial number of slower ones. Users coming from a weaker GPU, such as a card in the lower percentiles, would see a meaningful uplift. Conversely, those moving from a higher-end 20-series or 30-series card would notice the RTX 2060 SUPER as the limiting factor in this pairing.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals how the balance of CPU and GPU load shifts for Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, the system achieves very high frame rates, with the Low preset reaching 158.8 FPS and the Ultra preset still hitting 73.4 FPS. These numbers indicate that the CPU, with its high single-thread and multi-thread scores (462 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 3280 in multi-core), is capable of feeding the GPU well at lower resolutions. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 158.8 to 73.4 FPS, a 54% reduction, which is driven primarily by the GPU's workload increasing with settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates at every preset drop noticeably. The Low preset falls from 158.8 to 116.2 FPS, and the High preset falls from 100.4 to 72.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 52.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. This pattern shows that the GPU is starting to become the primary constraint as pixel count rises. The CPU still has headroom, but the RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed more heavily.

At 3840x2160, the GPU dominance becomes clear. The Low preset averages 76.7 FPS, but the Medium preset drops to 55.7 FPS, High to 46.4 FPS, and Ultra to 35.5 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 54%, similar to the 1080p scaling, but the absolute numbers are much lower. This indicates that at 4K, the RTX 2060 SUPER's raw throughput (7.181 TFLOPS FP32) is the limiting factor. The CPU's role becomes secondary, as even the fastest processor cannot compensate for the GPU's inability to render frames quickly at this resolution. The data shows that for this game, the GPU matters more at higher resolutions, while the CPU is sufficient across all tested settings.

The Verdict

The database verdict for this combination is clear: the system can run Lockdown Protocol, but the playable settings depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, including Ultra with an average of 73.4 FPS. This is the best-case scenario for the hardware, allowing full graphics fidelity with a comfortable frame rate margin.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is more nuanced. The High, Medium, and Low presets all remain playable, with the High preset producing 72.1 FPS. However, the Ultra preset falls to 52.1 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. For 1440p gaming, users should stick to High or lower to maintain smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the system can only run the Low preset at a playable frame rate, averaging 76.7 FPS. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fail to reach 60 FPS, with scores of 55.7, 46.4, and 35.5 FPS respectively. For 4K, the RTX 2060 SUPER is not powerful enough for high-quality settings, and even Medium is not viable. In summary, this PC is fully capable for 1080p, capable for 1440p with reduced settings, and limited to Low settings for 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The exact measurements from the database provide a detailed view of performance at each resolution and settings level. All values are average FPS, as minimum and maximum frame rates were not recorded for these tests.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest results. The Low preset averages 158.8 FPS, which is the highest recorded value for this combo. The Medium preset averages 113.6 FPS, a 28% drop from Low. The High preset averages 100.4 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 73.4 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 85.4 FPS, showing a wide performance envelope.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are lower across the board. The Low preset averages 116.2 FPS, which is still well above 60 FPS. The Medium preset averages 85.4 FPS, and the High preset averages 72.1 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 52.1 FPS, which is the only sub-60 result at this resolution. The difference between Low and Ultra here is 64.1 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU workload becomes severe. The Low preset averages 76.7 FPS, which is the only playable result. The Medium preset averages 55.7 FPS, just below the threshold. The High preset averages 46.4 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 35.5 FPS, which is the lowest recorded value. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is 41.2 FPS, and the absolute values show that the RTX 2060 SUPER is struggling at this resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users aiming for the highest visual quality while maintaining at least 60 FPS, the database provides clear recommendations. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 73.4 FPS. This allows full settings with a 13.4 FPS margin above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, averaging 72.1 FPS. This is a good balance, as it offers better visuals than Medium (85.4 FPS) or Low (116.2 FPS) while staying above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is not recommended at this resolution due to its 52.1 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only viable choice, averaging 76.7 FPS. The Medium preset falls short at 55.7 FPS, so users who want 4K must accept the lowest settings for smooth gameplay. These recommendations are based strictly on the measured data and the 60 FPS playable threshold defined in the database.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks 2566 out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the 31st percentile of all tested hardware pairs, meaning roughly 69% of tested combinations deliver higher performance. The rank reflects the GPU's age and tier; the RTX 2060 SUPER, released in 2019, is an end-of-life product that sits in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. The CPU, by contrast, is a strong modern part in the 90th percentile, but it cannot overcome the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions.

The combo's position in the database suggests that it is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it ranks competitively, but it falls behind at 1440p and 4K. For users comparing this to other combos, the nearest GPU rivals (RTX 3060 Mobile, Radeon Pro 5700, RX 460, Arc A770M) all score slightly higher in GPU benchmarks, which would likely result in marginally better frame rates in the same scenarios. The CPU rivals are very close in performance, so any differences in this combo's rank are primarily driven by the graphics card. Overall, this pairing is a functional mid-range solution for Lockdown Protocol, with clear strengths at 1080p and clear compromises at higher resolutions.