Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is an exceptionally high-end combination for Lockdown Protocol, delivering frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across every tested resolution and preset. The benchmark data shows this combo sitting in the 22nd position out of 3,714 tested combinations, placing it in the top 0.6% of all systems evaluated for this FPS title. This pairing leverages a CPU that scores in the 90th percentile among all processors and a GPU in the 92nd percentile among all graphics cards, creating a system with no obvious bottleneck at any of the tested settings. The measured results indicate that this is a system built for maximum frame rates, even at 4K Ultra settings where it maintains an average of 88 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-14600KF are all very closely matched in overall benchmark scores, with deltas of less than 1% in every case. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 is the closest competitor, with an average score of 49,228 against the i5-14600KF’s 49,394, a difference of just 0.3%. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G trails by 0.4% with a score of 49,196, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is 0.8% behind at 48,995. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 actually leads the i5-14600KF by 0.8% with a score of 49,796, though the margin is negligible in real-world gaming scenarios. For Lockdown Protocol, any of these CPUs would deliver essentially identical performance, meaning the choice between them would come down to platform features rather than frame rates.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D’s nearest rivals are an unusual mix, reflecting its unique position in the market. The AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT sits 1.1% behind with an average score of 76,904, while the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT leads by 1.6% at 78,940. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB and 16 GB variants are 2.1% and 2.4% ahead respectively, though these are compute-oriented cards without the gaming feature set of the RTX 5090 D. In practical terms for Lockdown Protocol, the RTX 5090 D’s performance is so far beyond what the game requires that these small benchmark deltas would translate to no perceptible difference in frame rates, as all of these GPUs would easily clear the 60 FPS threshold at maximum settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 22 out of 3,714 tested combinations places this system in the 99.4th percentile of all configurations tested for Lockdown Protocol. This is an elite standing, indicating that only 21 other CPU-GPU pairings in the database deliver higher average performance in this specific game. The ranking reflects the synergy between a top-tier 14-core CPU and a flagship Blackwell-architecture GPU, both of which are in the 90th percentile or higher when compared against all other hardware. The data shows that this combo is not merely powerful on paper; it translates directly into the highest tier of in-game performance, with the RTX 5090 D’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth providing ample headroom for the game’s assets at any resolution. The 0.6% of systems ranked above this combo likely feature even more exotic hardware, but for practical gaming purposes, the 22nd position represents a saturation point where further gains would be marginal and unlikely to be perceptible in actual gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 335 FPS, Medium settings yield 285 FPS with a minimum of 243 and maximum of 328, High settings reach 249 FPS, and Ultra settings maintain 187 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-limited at lower settings, with the CPU’s 20 threads providing ample headroom for the game’s physics and AI calculations. The gap between Low and Ultra is 148 FPS, showing that the game scales significantly with graphical fidelity at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains extremely high. Low settings average 295 FPS, Medium settings hit 209 FPS with a range of 178 to 241, High settings reach 183 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 137 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not dramatic, with Ultra settings losing 50 FPS (from 187 to 137), which represents a 26.7% reduction. This scaling suggests that the RTX 5090 D’s 512-bit memory bus and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are well-suited to the increased pixel count, keeping the frame rate well above the 60 FPS threshold even at the most demanding settings.

At 3840x2160, the system still delivers playable frame rates at every preset. Low settings average 190 FPS, Medium settings average 135 FPS with a range of 115 to 155, High settings reach 118 FPS, and Ultra settings maintain 88 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K results in a 49 FPS drop at Ultra settings (from 137 to 88), a 35.8% reduction, but the system never approaches the 60 FPS floor. The minimum frame rate recorded at 4K Medium is 115 FPS, which is still nearly double the playable threshold, indicating excellent frame time consistency even under load.

The Verdict

Lockdown Protocol is fully playable with this CPU-GPU combination at every resolution and preset tested. At 3840x2160, all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the best playable setting being Ultra at an average of 88 FPS. This means users can run the game at maximum graphical fidelity on a 4K display without sacrificing smoothness. At 2560x1440, the verdict is identical: all settings are playable, and Ultra runs at 137 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1920x1080, performance is exceptional, with Ultra settings producing 187 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz or 165Hz displays and provides enough headroom for competitive play. The data clearly indicates that this system is overqualified for the game’s requirements, and users could enable additional graphical enhancements or use higher refresh rates without any risk of dropping below the 60 FPS playable floor.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling patterns across resolutions reveal how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities in Lockdown Protocol. At 1080p Low, the system produces 335 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s maximum frame delivery capability for this game, given the 14 cores and 20 threads. As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the frame rate drops to 295 FPS and 190 FPS respectively at Low settings, indicating that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count rises. The CPU’s influence is most apparent at lower resolutions and settings, where the 5.30 GHz boost clock and 24 MB of shared L3 cache ensure that frame pacing remains consistent even at extreme frame rates.

At Ultra settings, the GPU’s role becomes more dominant, with frame rates dropping from 187 FPS at 1080p to 137 FPS at 1440p and 88 FPS at 4K. This 53% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings demonstrates that the RTX 5090 D’s 21,760 shading units and 176 ROPs are the primary drivers of performance at high graphical fidelity. The CPU’s contribution remains important, as its 90th percentile benchmark score ensures that it can feed the GPU efficiently at all resolutions, but the measured data shows that Lockdown Protocol is increasingly GPU-bound as resolution and settings increase. The fact that even the lowest CPU-influenced result (4K Ultra at 88 FPS) is well above the playable threshold suggests that neither component is a bottleneck in any realistic scenario for this game.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured data shows Ultra settings at 3840x2160 produce an average of 88 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four settings tested at 4K — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The benchmark results show an average of 183 FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings, which is more than triple the playable threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming monitors.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other systems tested for this game?

A: This pairing ranks 22nd out of 3,714 tested combinations, placing it in the top 0.6% of all configurations. Only 21 other systems in the database deliver higher average performance in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low settings, the system reaches 335 FPS, which suggests the CPU’s 20 threads are near their limit for frame delivery. The GPU becomes more influential as resolution increases, with frame rates dropping to 190 FPS at 4K Low.

Q: What is the lowest recorded frame rate for this system?

A: The minimum FPS recorded across all tests is 115 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. This is still nearly double the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating excellent frame time consistency.

Q: Does this system support high refresh rates at 1080p?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 249, and at Low settings it reaches 335 FPS. These results are well above typical 240Hz monitor refresh rates, making the system suitable for competitive play.