Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is a capable combination for Lockdown Protocol, landing in the 48th percentile of tested combos for this specific title. With a combo rank of 1795 out of 3714, this pairing sits just below the median, meaning a majority of tested systems deliver higher frame rates, but this setup still provides a solid foundation for competitive FPS play. The CPU holds an 85th percentile ranking among all tested processors, while the GPU sits at the 71st percentile, indicating the processor has more headroom than the graphics card in this pairing. Benchmark results confirm this is a playable configuration, though the experience varies significantly depending on resolution and quality settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1795 out of 3714 tested combinations places it in the lower-middle segment of the database for Lockdown Protocol. This position is largely dictated by the GPU's performance ceiling rather than the CPU, as the i7-12700KF's 85th percentile standing among all CPUs is noticeably stronger than the RX 6750 XT's 71st percentile among all GPUs. The data shows a system that can handle the game's demands comfortably at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings.

In practical terms, this ranking means the combo outperforms roughly 48% of all tested configurations in this game. The measured frame rates support this middle-tier positioning: at 1080p Ultra the system produces 92.9 FPS average, which is smooth for most monitors, while at 4K Ultra it drops to 45.3 FPS average, falling below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28838, ensures it won't bottleneck the GPU in this title, but the GPU's 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 compute limits how far the combo can push at higher resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU show remarkably tight performance clustering. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403 average, just 0.1% higher than the i7-12700KF's 35365 average, making it a virtually identical performer. The Intel Core i5-13600T trails by 0.2% with a 35305 average, while the Intel Core 5 213PE leads by 0.2% at 35428. The Intel Core i7-12700K matches almost exactly at 35287 average, just 0.2% behind. Any of these processors would deliver indistinguishable frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, so users upgrading from one to another would see no measurable difference in this game.

On the GPU side, the rival landscape is equally tight but slightly more unusual. The AMD Radeon R9 M395X scores 25891 average, just 0.5% behind the RX 6750 XT's 26011 average. The AMD FirePro W7100 and FirePro D700 sit at 25856 and 25842 averages, respectively, trailing by 0.6% and 0.7%. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile comes closest from the green team, scoring 25740 average, 1.1% behind. These deltas are small enough that in real-world Lockdown Protocol gameplay, differences would be within run-to-run variance rather than perceptible performance gaps.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium settings, the system averages 67.5 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold. However, at 4K High settings the average drops to 59.3 FPS, just below the threshold, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 45.3 FPS. The playable settings at 3840x2160 are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best playable option.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, all four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset delivers a 69.4 FPS average, making it the best playable option. For context, High settings produce 89.4 FPS average, Medium hits 105 FPS, and Low reaches 150 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its closest rival?

A: The i7-12700KF's average benchmark score of 35365 is within 0.2% of all four nearest rivals. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i7-12700K scores 35287 (0.2% lower). These differences are negligible in gaming workloads.

Q: Is the GPU's performance meaningfully different from its nearest rivals?

A: No. The RX 6750 XT's average benchmark score of 26011 is within 1.1% of all listed rivals. The closest competitor, the AMD Radeon R9 M395X, scores 25891 (0.5% lower), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile scores 25740 (1.1% lower). In Lockdown Protocol, these differences would translate to frame rate variations of only a few FPS.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo averages 121.7 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold and provides a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Ultra preset still delivers 92.9 FPS average, so there is headroom for maximum visual quality.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 4K with any settings?

A: Yes, but only at Low and Medium presets. Medium settings yield a 67.5 FPS average, providing a comfortable margin above the threshold. Low settings reach 94.7 FPS average. High settings at 59.3 FPS just miss the mark, and Ultra at 45.3 FPS is not viable for smooth gameplay.

The Verdict

The data confirms this combo can run Lockdown Protocol, with playable performance at every resolution tested, provided settings are adjusted appropriately. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS at all presets, with the Ultra preset averaging 92.9 FPS for a fully maxed-out experience. At 2560x1440, all presets also clear 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 69.4 FPS, offering a solid high-refresh experience at a higher resolution. At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium presets are playable, with Medium averaging 67.5 FPS as the best option. The verdict by resolution is clear: this combo is fully capable at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K requires lowering settings to Medium or below. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads provide ample processing headroom, and the GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory with 432.0 GB/s bandwidth handles the game's assets without issue at lower presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers strong performance across the board: Low settings average 198.1 FPS, Medium averages 140.2 FPS, High averages 121.7 FPS, and Ultra averages 92.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is over 100 FPS, highlighting how much headroom exists for visual fidelity upgrades without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, performance remains robust but scales down as expected. Low settings average 150 FPS, Medium averages 105 FPS, High averages 89.4 FPS, and Ultra averages 69.4 FPS. The Ultra preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold with nearly 10 FPS to spare, making 1440p Ultra a viable choice for users with 144Hz monitors who prioritize image quality.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become apparent. Low settings average 94.7 FPS, Medium averages 67.5 FPS, High averages 59.3 FPS, and Ultra averages 45.3 FPS. The step from Medium to High crosses below the 60 FPS playability threshold, and Ultra drops into the 40s, which is noticeable in a fast-paced FPS title. Users targeting 4K should stick to Medium or Low for consistent frame times.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves a 92.9 FPS average. This provides a fully maxed-out visual experience with a comfortable frame rate cushion, making it the recommended choice for 1080p gaming.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains playable, averaging 69.4 FPS. This clears the 60 FPS threshold by nearly 10 FPS, allowing users to enjoy maximum settings at 1440p without compromising smoothness. The 105 FPS average at Medium and 89.4 FPS at High offer alternatives for those prioritizing higher refresh rates.

For 3840x2160, the best playable preset is Medium, averaging 67.5 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that maintains 60 FPS or better at 4K. Low settings average 94.7 FPS for those who prefer higher frame rates over visual detail, while High at 59.3 FPS and Ultra at 45.3 FPS fall short of the playability threshold. Users with 4K displays should accept Medium as the practical ceiling for this combo.