Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers an exceptional experience in Lockdown Protocol, with measured average frame rates that comfortably exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across every resolution and preset combination tested. The data shows a system with substantial headroom, making it a top-tier choice for this FPS title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this combination show a clear performance hierarchy based on resolution and graphical presets. At the demanding 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, the combo averages 91.6 FPS on High settings, which drops to 68.5 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is substantial: 147.5 FPS versus 68.5 FPS, a difference of 79 frames. Medium settings at 4K yield 101.4 FPS, positioning it close to High but with a noticeable 10 FPS advantage. These numbers indicate that even at 4K, the hardware has enough power to run the game smoothly at maximum visual quality, though Ultra does reduce the frame rate to just above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance scales up significantly. Low settings produce an average of 228 FPS, which is more than three times the 60 FPS baseline. High settings deliver 138.7 FPS, while Medium reaches 160.5 FPS. Ultra at 1440p averages 107 FPS, which is 38.5 FPS higher than Ultra at 4K. This resolution represents a sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors, as even the most demanding preset clears 100 FPS easily. The scaling from 4K to 1440p shows a roughly 50% improvement in frame rate at Ultra settings, from 68.5 to 107 FPS.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo becomes almost absurdly fast. Low settings hit 307.1 FPS on average, making the game feel incredibly responsive. Medium settings average 216.8 FPS, High settings average 192.8 FPS, and Ultra settings average 142.8 FPS. Even at Ultra, the frame rate is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold. The delta between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 164.3 FPS, which highlights that this resolution is entirely CPU-bound in the lower presets. For competitive play, the Low preset at 1080p offers the highest possible frame rate, though the visual trade-off is significant.

Across all settings, the pattern is consistent: frame rates increase as resolution decreases. The largest jump occurs when moving from 4K to 1440p, particularly at Ultra settings where the improvement is 38.5 FPS. The jump from 1440p to 1080p is smaller but still meaningful, with Ultra improving from 107 to 142.8 FPS. These measured averages provide a clear picture of what to expect, though individual scenes may vary.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 382nd out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This puts it in the top 10.3% of all combinations, which is a strong showing for a high-end desktop setup. The rank of 382 means that 3,332 other combos perform worse, while 381 perform better. Given the game's relatively recent release in 2024, this ranking reflects the hardware's ability to handle the title's demands efficiently.

The CPU itself sits at the 89th percentile when compared to all CPUs, indicating that the i7-13700K is a very capable processor for this workload. Its average benchmark score of 46,881 places it just below the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46,971, a negligible 0.2% difference. The GPU is ranked at the 76th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 31,087. This asymmetry—a higher CPU percentile than GPU percentile—suggests that in Lockdown Protocol, the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions.

The combo's rank of 382 out of 3,714 is impressive but not surprising given the individual component strength. The data indicates that this setup is well-balanced for this game, with neither component bottlenecking the other to a severe degree. For comparison, the CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535, both scoring within 0.5% of the i7-13700K. The GPU's nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA TITAN RTX and RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell, score within 1.9% of the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. These close margins show that this combo's performance is highly reproducible with similar hardware.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU each contribute to performance in Lockdown Protocol across different resolutions. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant factor. The frame rate drops from 147.5 FPS at Low to 68.5 FPS at Ultra, a 53.6% reduction. This dramatic scaling with graphical settings indicates that the GPU's rendering load is the primary constraint. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, has ample headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution without becoming a bottleneck.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly. The frame rate at Low settings is 228 FPS, which is 54.6% higher than the 4K Low result of 147.5 FPS. This improvement suggests that the GPU is still the main limiter, but the CPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution decreases. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 121 FPS, which is a larger absolute gap than at 4K. This indicates that while the GPU still matters most, the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls at higher frame rates is becoming more relevant.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's influence becomes clearly visible. The Low preset averages 307.1 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. The scaling from Medium to Ultra at 1080p (216.8 to 142.8 FPS) shows a 74 FPS difference, but the jump from Low to Medium is 90.3 FPS. This larger delta at the lower settings suggests that the CPU can push frame rates very high when the GPU is less loaded. However, even at Ultra, the 1080p result of 142.8 FPS is higher than the 1440p Ultra result of 107 FPS, confirming that resolution scaling is primarily GPU-bound.

The data indicates that for this game, the GPU should be prioritized for 4K and high-fidelity settings, while the CPU becomes more important for achieving maximum frame rates at 1080p. The i7-13700K's strong single-thread performance and multi-core capabilities ensure it does not hold back the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in any scenario tested. The combination is well-matched, with the CPU providing enough performance to keep the GPU fed at lower resolutions without becoming a limiting factor.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals based on average benchmark scores are all within 0.5% of the Intel Core i7-13700K's score of 46,881. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46,971, just 0.2% higher, meaning it would deliver virtually identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47,022, also 0.3% higher, offering similar performance. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46,654, 0.5% lower, and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 scores 46,653, also 0.5% lower. Any of these CPUs paired with the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER would produce nearly the same measured FPS results.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show a similar pattern. The NVIDIA Quadro M5000 scores 31,206, which is 0.4% higher than the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 31,087. The NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q scores 31,220, also 0.4% higher. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell scores 31,532, 1.4% higher, and the NVIDIA TITAN RTX scores 31,676, 1.9% higher. These deltas are all within 2%, meaning that swapping the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER for any of these GPUs would result in nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The performance differences are so small that they would be imperceptible in real-world gameplay.

When considering an alternative combo, pairing the i7-13700K with the TITAN RTX would offer a marginal 1.9% GPU improvement, translating to roughly 1-2 FPS at 4K Ultra. Conversely, using the Ryzen 9 5900 with the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER would yield a 0.2% CPU improvement, which is negligible. The data suggests that this specific combo is well within a tight performance band, and users with these alternative components should expect nearly identical behavior.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 68.5 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. It also runs High (91.6 FPS), Medium (101.4 FPS), and Low (147.5 FPS) at 4K.

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

A: The data shows Ultra settings at 2560x1440 average 107 FPS. This is the best visual quality while still maintaining a high frame rate. All presets at 1440p exceed 100 FPS, with Low hitting 228 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER compare to the TITAN RTX in this game?

A: The TITAN RTX has an average benchmark score of 31,676, which is 1.9% higher than the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 31,087. In practice, this would result in less than 2 FPS difference at any given resolution and preset.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for high FPS at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes more significant. The i7-13700K can push Low settings to 307.1 FPS, while Ultra drops to 142.8 FPS. The GPU is still the main factor at Ultra, but the CPU has enough headroom to support very high frame rates.

Q: What is the playable frame rate threshold for this game?

A: The playable threshold is 60 FPS. This combo exceeds 60 FPS at every resolution and preset combination tested, with the lowest result being 68.5 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 382 out of 3,714 total combos, placing it in the top 10.3% of systems tested for Lockdown Protocol. The CPU ranks at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 76th percentile among all components.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol, and it does so with remarkable ease. At 1920x1080, the verdict is clear: all four settings presets are playable, and Ultra settings average 142.8 FPS, well above the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings at this resolution is Ultra, as it provides the highest visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. Even the lowest preset at 1080p produces 307.1 FPS, which is more than enough for any competitive scenario.

At 2560x1440, the story is equally positive. All presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 107 FPS. The best settings here is also Ultra, since it maintains a high frame rate while delivering maximum quality. The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a balance between visual detail and performance. For gamers with 144Hz monitors, the High preset at 138.7 FPS or Medium at 160.5 FPS would fully utilize the refresh rate.

At 3840x2160, the system remains fully playable at all presets. Ultra averages 68.5 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin. The best settings at 4K is Ultra, as it provides the best visual experience while still maintaining acceptable performance. High settings at 91.6 FPS offer a smoother experience if you prefer higher frame rates over maximum quality. The data confirms that this is a powerful configuration for 4K gaming, though it is the most demanding resolution tested.

In summary, the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination delivers a flawless experience in Lockdown Protocol. Whether you prioritize competitive frame rates at 1080p or visual fidelity at 4K, this system handles it all without dropping below the playable threshold. This is a high-performance setup that leaves little to be desired for this title.