Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a top-tier combination for Lockdown Protocol, ranking 40th out of 3714 tested combos. This places the system in the top 1.1% of all tested configurations, indicating exceptional performance headroom. The data set shows that this combo delivers playable frame rates at every tested resolution and setting preset, with the lowest average performance still being 87.1 FPS at 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 40 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system within the top percentile of all configurations tested, demonstrating that this pairing is among the most capable available for this game. The ranking reflects the synergy between a high-end 13th Gen Intel processor and NVIDIA's flagship Blackwell architecture GPU.

The CPU alone sits at the 89th percentile when compared against all CPUs in the benchmark database, while the GPU achieves the 92nd percentile against all GPUs. These percentile scores indicate that both components are individually strong performers, and their combination in this game produces a result that outpaces the vast majority of alternative pairings. The combo rank suggests that there are only 39 other test configurations that deliver higher average frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, which is a remarkably small number given the large pool of 3714 total combos.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear pattern regarding component roles. At 1920x1080, the system produces an average of 342.6 FPS on Low settings, which drops to 179.9 FPS on Ultra. This 162.7 FPS difference between presets indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder as visual fidelity increases, but the CPU is still capable of feeding frames at very high rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates range from 283.1 FPS on Low to 131.3 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a reduction of approximately 59.5 FPS at Low settings (from 342.6 to 283.1) and 48.6 FPS at Ultra settings (from 179.9 to 131.3). This consistent drop across presets suggests that both the CPU and GPU are working in tandem, with neither becoming a bottleneck at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the performance envelope tightens considerably. The system delivers 181.2 FPS on Low and 87.1 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a drop of 101.9 FPS at Low settings (from 283.1 to 181.2) and 44.2 FPS at Ultra (from 131.3 to 87.1). The larger absolute drop at Low settings when moving to 4K indicates that the GPU becomes more dominant at this resolution, as the increased pixel count places greater demand on the rendering hardware. The RTX 5090 with its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 512-bit bus width is clearly the primary driver of performance at 4K, while the i7-13700K with its 16 cores and 24 threads provides ample headroom for game logic and physics calculations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971 in average benchmark performance, which is only 0.2% lower than the i7-13700K's average score. This means that swapping to the Ryzen 9 5900 would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with differences that would be imperceptible in real-world gameplay. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022, a 0.3% delta, and would behave almost exactly the same in this game.

On the GPU side, the nearest rival to the RTX 5090 is the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, which scores 79605 in average benchmark performance, just 0.3% lower than the RTX 5090's 79842. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, which is 1.1% lower, and would deliver slightly lower but still comparable frame rates. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80959, which is 1.4% higher than the RTX 5090, suggesting it could marginally outperform in some scenarios, though the difference remains small.

For a user considering alternatives, the data indicates that choosing any of these rival components would result in performance within a narrow band of roughly 1.5% of the tested configuration. The Intel Xeon w3-2535, with a score of 46653 and a 0.5% delta from the i7-13700K, also represents a viable alternative on the CPU side.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly shows that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol with excellent performance at all tested resolutions. At 3840x2160, the system achieves playable frame rates on all settings, with the Ultra preset delivering an average of 87.1 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best settings for 4K are Ultra, as this preset still maintains a comfortable margin above the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system performs even better, with Ultra settings producing an average of 131.3 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, providing a smooth experience even in demanding scenes. The 1920x1080 resolution shows the highest performance ceiling, with Ultra settings achieving 179.9 FPS on average.

The verdict is unambiguous: this combination clears the 60 FPS threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. The data shows that the system has substantial headroom, meaning that even with future updates or more demanding game content, the performance would likely remain above the playable threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 342.6 FPS, Medium settings produce 271 FPS, High settings produce 234.7 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 179.9 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent decrease in performance as visual quality increases, with the largest gap being between Medium and High at 36.3 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are 283.1 FPS on Low, 199.8 FPS on Medium, 172.6 FPS on High, and 131.3 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Medium is 83.3 FPS, which is the largest single-preset jump at this resolution, indicating that Medium settings introduce a significant rendering load increase.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 181.2 FPS on Low, 130.3 FPS on Medium, 111 FPS on High, and 87.1 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a total reduction of 94.1 FPS, with each preset step removing roughly 20-30 FPS. The minimum and maximum FPS values are not provided in the data, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 4K resolution?

A: The Ultra preset is the best settings for 3840x2160, delivering an average of 87.1 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the combo rank compare to other tested configurations?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 40th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: Is the frame rate at 1080p Low settings exceptionally high?

A: The system achieves 342.6 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which is the highest average frame rate recorded across all tested resolution and preset combinations.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of the GPU compared to all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is at the 92nd percentile when compared against all GPUs in the benchmark database.

Q: Are there any tested settings that fall below 60 FPS?

A: No. All twelve tested combinations of resolution and settings presets produce average frame rates above 87.1 FPS, which is the lowest recorded value at 4K Ultra.

Q: Which component has a higher benchmark percentile?

A: The GPU (92nd percentile) ranks slightly higher than the CPU (89th percentile) when each is compared against all components of its type in the database.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 87.1 FPS. This leaves a 27.1 FPS margin above the playable threshold, providing stable performance while maximizing visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, delivering an average of 131.3 FPS. The margin above 60 FPS is 71.3 FPS, which is substantial and indicates that even the highest settings at this resolution are well within the system's capabilities.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset produces an average of 179.9 FPS, making it the best settings choice for this resolution. The performance margin is 119.9 FPS above the threshold, showing that the system has significant headroom at 1080p. In all three resolutions, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, as it provides the highest visual fidelity while maintaining frame rates that are considerably above the playable threshold.