Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a formidable combination for Lockdown Protocol, delivering high frame rates across all tested resolutions. Measured data shows this system clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at every preset, from 1080p Low to 4K Ultra. The results place this combo in the 262nd position out of 3714 tested configurations, underscoring its high-end standing for this FPS title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset averages 316.4 FPS, which is more than five times the 60 FPS playability threshold. Moving to Medium yields 234.7 FPS, while High drops slightly to 203.3 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset at 1080p maintains an average of 156.6 FPS, leaving substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, performance remains very strong. Low settings produce an average of 243.4 FPS, with Medium at 172.7 FPS and High at 151.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p still averages 113.5 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable reduction in frame rates, with Ultra dropping from 156.6 to 113.5 FPS, a roughly 28% decrease.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show the strain of 4K rendering but still delivers playable results. Low settings average 157.1 FPS, while Medium averages 110.6 FPS. The High preset at 4K averages 97.4 FPS, and even the Ultra preset maintains an average of 75.2 FPS. Data indicates no min or max FPS values were recorded; only average frame rates are available for this analysis. The drop from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra is substantial, from 113.5 down to 75.2 FPS, illustrating the heavy GPU load at higher resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear shift in component responsibility. At 1080p, the system achieves its highest frame rates, with Low settings hitting 316.4 FPS. This suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU efficiently at lower resolutions, where the graphics card has less work per frame. The large gap between 1080p Low (316.4 FPS) and 4K Low (157.1 FPS) indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

At 1440p, the frame rates remain high, with the Low preset at 243.4 FPS. This still suggests a balanced workload, but the GPU is taking on more responsibility. The difference between 1080p Ultra (156.6 FPS) and 1440p Ultra (113.5 FPS) shows a significant GPU dependency, as the CPU has less impact on performance at higher settings.

At 4K, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The gap between Low (157.1 FPS) and Ultra (75.2 FPS) at 4K is the largest of any resolution, indicating that graphics settings have a major impact on the GPU workload. The CPU, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, appears to provide sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a bottleneck even at 4K Ultra, where the average remains above 60 FPS. Benchmark data shows the i7-12700K scores 19784 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 1850.5 in single-core, suggesting ample headroom for this title's CPU demands.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. Measured data shows the combo averages 75.2 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset to use for the highest visual quality while maintaining high frame rates?

A: At every resolution, the Ultra preset is listed as the best setting. The average FPS at Ultra is 156.6 at 1080p, 113.5 at 1440p, and 75.2 at 4K.

Q: How does the i7-12700K compare to its closest rival in CPU benchmarks?

A: The i7-12700K's average benchmark score of 35287 is only 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i5-13600T, which scores 35305. It is also 0.2% lower than the i7-12700KF.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 4080's score of 54247. The performance difference is negligible in synthetic tests.

Q: Is the 1920x1080 Low preset the fastest configuration in this test?

A: Yes, the data shows 316.4 FPS average at 1080p Low, which is the highest average frame rate recorded across all resolutions and settings.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1440p High and 4K High?

A: At 1440p High, the average is 151.5 FPS, while at 4K High, the average is 97.4 FPS. This represents a significant drop of roughly 36% when moving to 4K.

The Verdict

This PC configuration can definitively run Lockdown Protocol. The verdict data confirms that all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at every resolution tested, with all averages exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system provides outstanding performance. The Ultra preset averages 156.6 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Low preset reaches 316.4 FPS, which is excessive for most displays but shows the CPU and GPU have no trouble at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the system remains highly capable. The Ultra preset averages 113.5 FPS, providing a smooth experience on 1440p high-refresh-rate monitors. The High preset at 151.5 FPS offers a good balance for those who prefer higher frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the system is still fully playable. The Ultra preset averages 75.2 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS threshold with room to spare. The High preset at 97.4 FPS is a strong option for those who want higher frame rates at 4K. The data shows no settings at any resolution fall below the playable threshold, making this combo a solid choice for Lockdown Protocol at any display configuration.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i7-12700K's closest rivals are all within a fraction of a percent in average benchmark score. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, just 0.1% higher. The Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35365, which is 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403, 0.3% higher. Finally, the Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428, 0.4% higher. Any of these processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Lockdown Protocol.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's nearest rival is the standard RTX 4080, with an average score of 54247 versus 54209, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 2.7% higher, and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, 2.8% higher. These alternatives would produce similar frame rates in most scenarios, though the data shows the RTX 4080 SUPER sits at the lower end of this group in raw benchmark scores.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 262nd out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system comfortably in the top 7% of all tested configurations. The high rank reflects the strong performance seen in the measured FPS data, where even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset remains playable. The i7-12700K's 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs and the RTX 4080 SUPER's 86th percentile among all GPUs indicate that both components are well above average, contributing to the overall high combo rank. For context, the system outperforms the vast majority of tested setups, making it a strong choice for this game.