Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is a formidable combination for Lockdown Protocol, a 2024 FPS title. Measured data shows this pairing delivers high frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the most demanding preset at each resolution still clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold by a comfortable margin. The data indicates this system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1440p and can even handle 4K Ultra settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players targeting a consistent 60 FPS experience or higher, the data reveals distinct ceiling presets at each resolution. Benchmark results indicate the system has enough headroom to run the most demanding "Ultra" preset at every tested resolution.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the Ultra preset delivers an average of 64 FPS. This is the most demanding setting that stays above the 60 FPS threshold, but the margin is slim. If you prefer a more stable experience with less variance, the Medium preset averages 97 FPS, with reported minimums of 83 FPS and maximums of 112 FPS. High settings average 85 FPS, while Low settings push performance to 137 FPS.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, providing a substantial cushion above the 60 FPS target. This makes Ultra the clear recommendation for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The High preset averages 132 FPS, Medium averages 151 FPS (with minimums of 128 FPS), and Low reaches 212 FPS. The jump from High to Ultra costs about 33 FPS on average, but the game remains highly playable at the higher visual quality.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the Ultra preset averages 135 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset averages 180 FPS, Medium averages 206 FPS (with minimums of 175 FPS), and Low peaks at 290 FPS. For competitive play on a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the data suggests High settings offer an excellent balance, though even Ultra stays well within high-refresh territory.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on average benchmark scores, the CPU and GPU in this combo have near-identical performance siblings that would produce very similar results in Lockdown Protocol.

For the CPU (Intel Core i7-13700K), the nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores only 0.2% lower on average. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is also essentially tied, at 0.3% lower. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 both score 0.5% higher. These four alternatives would deliver frame rates within a margin of error of the i7-13700K in this game, assuming the same GPU is used.

For the GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER), the situation is similar. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB scores 0.1% lower, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 0.1% lower, and the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 0.2% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is the closest competitor from the higher end, scoring 1% lower on average. These alternatives would produce nearly identical FPS counts in Lockdown Protocol, making them effective substitutes if the RTX 4070 SUPER is unavailable.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the combo averages 64 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, the margin is only 4 FPS, so expect occasional dips below 60 in heavy scenes.

Q: What is the best resolution for competitive play with this hardware?

A: For the highest frame rates, 1920x1080 with the Low preset averages 290 FPS. For a balance of visual quality and speed, the 2560x1440 Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is suitable for most high-refresh monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER scores within 1% of the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, RTX 5050 Mobile, Quadro M6000, and RTX 4090 Mobile on average. In game, this translates to nearly identical performance at the same settings.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-13700K a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER in this game?

A: Benchmark data shows the i7-13700K scores at the 89th percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rivals are all within 0.5% of its average score. This indicates strong processing power that pairs well with the RTX 4070 SUPER's 83rd percentile GPU score.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo averages 151 FPS, with reported minimums of 128 FPS and maximums of 173 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on high-refresh 1440p displays.

Q: Does the game favor CPU or GPU performance at 1080p?

A: The data shows the GPU is heavily utilized even at 1080p. At Low settings, the combo averages 290 FPS, which is far above what a weaker GPU could achieve regardless of CPU strength. The CPU's high single-thread and multithread scores (1136 and 12412 on 3DMark respectively) ensure it does not hold back the GPU at this resolution.

The Verdict

This system definitively runs Lockdown Protocol. At 3840x2160, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best playable preset being Ultra at an average of 64 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 99 FPS. At 1920x1080, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 135 FPS.

The verdict is clear: this PC clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and every preset tested. The only caveat is at 4K Ultra, where the 64 FPS average is close to the threshold. If you prioritize a locked 60 FPS at 4K, stepping down to High (85 FPS) or Medium (97 FPS) provides a much larger safety margin. For 1440p and 1080p, Ultra settings are not only playable but also provide enough headroom for high-refresh-rate displays.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i7-13700K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER shifts across resolutions and presets, but the data suggests the GPU is the primary driver of performance in Lockdown Protocol.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops significantly as settings increase: from 137 FPS at Low to 64 FPS at Ultra. This 53% reduction in frame rate is a classic sign of GPU-bound rendering, where the pixel workload and shader complexity overwhelm the graphics card. The CPU's role is secondary here, as its 16 cores and 24 threads (scoring 12412 in 3DMark max threads) are more than sufficient to feed the GPU at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds, but with more headroom. The spread from 212 FPS (Low) to 99 FPS (Ultra) shows the GPU still scales heavily with visual fidelity. The CPU's single-thread performance (1136 in 3DMark single thread) becomes more relevant here, as higher frame rates require faster per-core processing for game logic and draw calls. However, the CPU is not a limiting factor, as evidenced by the 212 FPS Low setting result.

At 1920x1080, the GPU remains the bottleneck at higher presets. The jump from Low (290 FPS) to Ultra (135 FPS) is a 53% reduction, mirroring the 4K scaling. At such high frame rates, the CPU's performance is tested more directly, but the i7-13700K's strong multi-threaded scores (45887 in PassMark multithread) and high boost clock of 5.40 GHz prevent it from becoming a constraint. The data shows that even at 1080p Ultra, the combo delivers 135 FPS, indicating the CPU can sustain the frame pacing required for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks at 582 out of 3714 tested combos. This places it in the top 16% of all systems tested for this game.

The rank reflects the balance of the components. The CPU's 89th percentile score among all CPUs and the GPU's 83rd percentile score among all GPUs combine to produce a system that outperforms the vast majority of alternatives tested. The 3714 combos include weaker CPUs paired with stronger GPUs and vice versa, but this pairing's consistent performance across all resolutions suggests it is well-matched for Lockdown Protocol's engine.

For context, the rank of 582 means there are 581 tested combinations that deliver higher average FPS in this game. These would likely include higher-tier GPUs like the RTX 4090 desktop variants or newer generation cards, as well as CPUs with higher raw scores. However, the practical difference between rank 582 and, say, rank 300 may be minimal in real gameplay, as this combo already exceeds 60 FPS at 4K Ultra and approaches 300 FPS at 1080p Low. The data indicates that for most players, this rank represents a high-performance tier with substantial headroom for future game updates or more demanding titles.