Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a commanding performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, with measured data showing that every tested resolution and preset combination exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold. The dataset reveals a system that scales effectively from 1080p to 4K, maintaining high frame rates even under the most demanding graphics settings. At 1920x1080, the combo produces an average of 319.5 FPS on Low settings, while the Ultra preset still yields a robust 150.5 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates range from 232.5 FPS on Low to 106.6 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the performance remains strong, with Ultra settings averaging 69.2 FPS and Low settings reaching 149.4 FPS. This consistency across the board suggests a balanced hardware pairing where neither component becomes a critical bottleneck within the tested scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol provides a clear picture of how this CPU-GPU combination performs across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest tested resolution, the average frame rates are exceptionally high across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 319.5 FPS, which drops to 229.5 FPS on Medium, 196 FPS on High, and 150.5 FPS on Ultra. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system has substantial headroom above the 60 FPS threshold, with even the most demanding preset delivering more than double the playability requirement. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a reduction of approximately 53% in average FPS, which is a typical pattern for a title where pixel throughput and shading complexity increase with quality settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but shows the expected impact of a higher pixel count. The Low preset averages 232.5 FPS, Medium averages 167.8 FPS, High averages 145.4 FPS, and Ultra averages 106.6 FPS. The transition from Low to Ultra at this resolution reduces the average frame rate by about 54%, closely mirroring the percentage drop observed at 1080p. This similarity suggests that the performance scaling is primarily driven by the GPU’s rendering workload rather than CPU limitations, as the relative cost of each preset tier remains consistent when the resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the highest tested resolution, the system still maintains high average frame rates, though the gap between presets widens in absolute terms. The Low preset averages 149.4 FPS, Medium averages 106.6 FPS, High averages 90.7 FPS, and Ultra averages 69.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is approximately 80 FPS, compared to about 169 FPS at 1080p and 126 FPS at 1440p. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is working harder to fill the additional pixels, and the relative cost of higher-quality settings becomes more pronounced. Notably, the Ultra preset at 4K still clears the 60 FPS threshold with a margin of about 9 FPS, showing that the RTX 5070 Ti has enough raw throughput for 4K gaming in this title. The dataset does not include min or max FPS values, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates, which represent the overall smoothness of the experience across the benchmark run.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS determines the best playable settings. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear choice, delivering an average of 150.5 FPS. This is far above the 60 FPS threshold, leaving ample performance headroom for potential frame rate dips or background tasks. The data shows that at 1080p, the system is not challenged by any preset, so the most visually rich option is always the best choice for players seeking maximum image quality.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again qualifies as the best setting, with an average of 106.6 FPS. This is comfortably above the 60 FPS mark, indicating that the hardware can handle the highest quality level at this resolution without sacrificing smoothness. The 106.6 FPS average also matches the Medium preset average at 3840x2160, which highlights how resolution scaling interacts with preset selection. At 1440p, the system’s performance is such that even the heaviest settings leave a significant margin above the playability threshold.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset remains the best playable option, averaging 69.2 FPS. This is the smallest margin above the 60 FPS threshold among all tested combinations, but it still clears the requirement by roughly 9 FPS. The High preset at 4K averages 90.7 FPS, offering a more comfortable buffer, but Ultra is technically playable and provides the highest fidelity. The data indicates that players targeting 4K can push the settings to maximum and still experience smooth gameplay, though the margin is tighter than at lower resolutions. For those who prefer a larger safety margin, the High preset at 4K provides a substantial improvement in average FPS while still maintaining high visual quality.

CPU and GPU Roles

The interaction between the Intel Core i7-13700K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti in Lockdown Protocol reveals distinct roles for each component depending on the resolution and preset. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, has ample compute resources for game logic and physics, while the GPU handles the heavy lifting of rasterization and shading. The measured FPS data shows how the balance shifts as resolution increases, with the GPU becoming more dominant at higher pixel counts.

At 1920x1080, the low resolution places less strain on the GPU, allowing the CPU to play a more significant role in determining frame rates. The average FPS across all presets is very high, ranging from 150.5 to 319.5, which suggests that neither component is fully saturated. However, the large jump from High (196 FPS) to Low (319.5 FPS) indicates that the GPU’s workload is still a key factor, as reducing quality settings directly impacts the rendering cost. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a passmark single_thread score of 4333, likely helps maintain high frame rates in scenarios where the game logic is the limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as the pixel count increases. The average FPS at Low is 232.5, which is still very high, but the scaling to Ultra (106.6 FPS) shows a clear dependency on GPU throughput. The CPU still contributes, but the data suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti is the primary driver of performance at this resolution. The difference between the 1080p and 1440p results at the same preset is substantial, with Ultra dropping from 150.5 to 106.6 FPS, a 29% reduction. This reduction is consistent with the increased pixel workload, confirming that the GPU is the bottleneck at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant factor. The average FPS at Ultra is 69.2, which is close to the 60 FPS threshold, and even the Low preset averages 149.4 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 54% reduction in average FPS, which is nearly identical to the percentage drop at 1440p. This consistency indicates that the GPU is handling the rendering workload in a predictable manner, with the CPU providing sufficient support to avoid becoming a limiting factor. The CPU’s high multi-threaded performance, with a cinebench_r23_multicore score of 30745, ensures that it can keep up with the GPU’s demands even at 4K. The data across all resolutions shows a system where the GPU scales with resolution, while the CPU provides a stable foundation, making the RTX 5070 Ti the component that determines the playability ceiling in this game.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 69.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict data confirms that Ultra is listed as a playable setting at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 319.5 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the maximum frame rate recorded across all tested resolution and preset combinations.

Q: How does the performance at 2560x1440 Ultra compare to 3840x2160 Medium?

A: At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average FPS is 106.6, which is identical to the average FPS at 3840x2160 Medium. This suggests that the performance cost of increasing resolution from 1440p to 4K is roughly equivalent to the cost of moving from Ultra to Medium settings at the higher resolution.

Q: Is the RTX 5070 Ti the main performance driver in this game?

A: The data indicates that the GPU becomes increasingly dominant at higher resolutions. At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops significantly from Low (149.4) to Ultra (69.2), showing a 54% reduction that aligns with the increased pixel workload. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s strong performance helps maintain very high frame rates, but the GPU still plays a major role in setting the performance ceiling.

Q: What is the best setting for a smooth 4K experience with a safety margin?

A: At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 90.7 FPS, providing a larger buffer above the 60 FPS threshold compared to Ultra’s 69.2 FPS. Players who prioritize a comfortable frame rate margin might prefer High settings at 4K.

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

A: The combo rank in game is 326 out of 3714 tested combinations. This places it in the top 9% of all tested hardware pairings for Lockdown Protocol, indicating strong overall performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU provides context for what other hardware would deliver similar performance in Lockdown Protocol. For the Intel Core i7-13700K, the closest competitors in synthetic benchmarks are the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 on average, a delta of -0.2% compared to the i7-13700K’s average benchmark score of 46881. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022, a delta of -0.3%, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46654, a delta of 0.5%. The Intel Xeon w3-2535 also scores 46653, a delta of 0.5%. These differences are minimal, meaning a system built with any of these CPUs would likely produce very similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, assuming the same GPU and other components. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 89 versus all CPUs indicates that it is in the upper tier of processors, but the near-identical rival scores show that there is a cluster of CPUs within a 1% performance band.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, the nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, which scores 50001 on average, a delta of -0.1% compared to the RTX 5070 Ti’s average benchmark score of 49957. The Intel Arc A550M scores 49737, a delta of 0.4%, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 50951, a delta of -2%, and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT scores 48477, a delta of 3.1%. The RX 6900 XT is the most interesting comparison, as it has a higher average score but a negative delta of -2%, indicating that the RTX 5070 Ti outperforms it in the aggregate benchmark. In practice, a system with an RX 6900 XT would likely deliver similar or slightly lower frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, while the other rivals, such as the RX Vega 64 and Arc A550M, would be expected to perform within a narrow margin of the RTX 5070 Ti. These comparisons show that the GPU’s performance is well-positioned among its peers, with no single rival offering a dramatic advantage.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally answers whether this PC can run Lockdown Protocol: it can, and with substantial headroom at most settings. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four tested presets at each resolution are playable, meaning the average FPS never falls below 60. At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra with an average of 150.5 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 106.6 FPS, still providing a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the most demanding scenario, Ultra averages 69.2 FPS, which clears the threshold but with a smaller buffer. This means players can enjoy maximum visual quality at 4K, though those who prefer a larger safety margin for frame rate fluctuations might opt for High settings at this resolution, which average 90.7 FPS. The system’s performance is consistent across the board, with the RTX 5070 Ti proving capable of handling the GPU-intensive workload at 4K, while the i7-13700K provides enough CPU power to avoid bottlenecking at lower resolutions. Overall, this combination is more than sufficient for a smooth Lockdown Protocol experience at any resolution and preset.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti pairing ranks 326 out of 3714 combos. This ranking places it in the top 8.8% of all tested systems, indicating that it outperforms the vast majority of configurations. The high ranking is driven by the strong performance of both components, with the CPU scoring in the 89th percentile among all CPUs and the GPU in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The combination of a top-tier processor and a high-end graphics card ensures that the system can handle the game’s demands at high resolutions and settings without compromise. While there are faster combinations available, the data shows that this specific pairing offers a level of performance that is well above average, making it a reliable choice for gamers seeking high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. The rank also suggests that the system is well-balanced, as neither component significantly drags down the overall score, and the measured FPS data corroborates this by showing consistent performance across all tested scenarios.