Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a remarkably consistent and high-performance experience in Lockdown Protocol, a 2024 FPS title. Across every resolution and preset combination tested, the system maintains an average frame rate well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making it a versatile choice for competitive and high-refresh-rate gaming. The data indicates that this is a combination that leaves very little performance on the table, regardless of whether you prioritize visual fidelity or raw frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern across resolutions and graphical presets. At 3840x2160 (4K), the RTX 4070 SUPER handles the load with ease. The most demanding Ultra preset still yields an average of 64 FPS, while the High preset provides a significantly smoother 86.5 FPS. Stepping down to Medium increases the average to 99.9 FPS, and the Low preset pushes the frame rate to 134.9 FPS. This range demonstrates that even at the highest resolution, the GPU has substantial headroom to produce a fluid experience in all settings.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance jumps are substantial, indicating the resolution is less taxing on the GPU. The Ultra preset achieves an average of 99.8 FPS, which is a massive leap from the 64 FPS seen at 4K. High settings push the average to 131.1 FPS, while Medium reaches 149.3 FPS. The Low preset here is exceptionally fast, producing an average of 210.6 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system is operating in its element, producing frame rates that are largely CPU-bound. The Ultra preset averages 133.4 FPS, which is a strong result for maximum visual quality. High settings yield 178.6 FPS, and Medium jumps to 204 FPS. The Low preset is exceptionally high, with an average of 292.2 FPS, making this combination perfect for esports-level competitive play. The data shows a consistent pattern: for every resolution, the progression from Low to Ultra results in a predictable decrease in frame rate, but never at the cost of falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

Given the benchmark data, the best settings for each resolution are determined by the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system can handle the Ultra preset, which averages 64 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 4K users who want the full visual experience without sacrificing playability. All lower presets also remain above 60 FPS, but Ultra offers the best image quality while staying comfortably in the playable range.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is again the recommended choice, with an average of 99.8 FPS. This provides a significant performance buffer over the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. The headroom here is considerable, meaning the system is not being pushed to its limits.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 133.4 FPS, making it the clear winner for the best visual experience. This frame rate is well above the 60 FPS requirement and is also high enough to take advantage of 120Hz or 144Hz monitors. In all three resolutions, the data suggests that users can confidently select the Ultra preset and expect a flawless performance from this hardware combination.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal a classic performance scaling pattern where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU becomes more relevant at lower ones. The transition from 3840x2160 to 2560x1440 for the Ultra preset shows a performance increase of 35.8 FPS (from 64 to 99.8). This significant gain indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting factor at 4K, as reducing the pixel count has a dramatic effect on the frame rate.

The scaling from 2560x1440 to 1920x1080 for the Ultra preset is less pronounced, showing an increase of 33.6 FPS (from 99.8 to 133.4). While still a substantial jump, this narrower difference suggests that the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700F, is starting to play a more significant role. The frame rate is moving closer to the CPU's maximum output capability.

This is further evidenced by the Low preset data. At 3840x2160 Low, the system averages 134.9 FPS. At 2560x1440 Low, it jumps to 210.6 FPS, a massive 75.7 FPS increase. However, moving from 1440p Low to 1080p Low only yields an increase of 81.6 FPS (from 210.6 to 292.2). While the 1080p Low result is impressive, the pattern shows diminishing returns as the resolution drops, confirming that the CPU is becoming the primary limiter. The i7-14700F, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, is powerful enough to feed the GPU at high frame rates, but it does establish a ceiling around the 292 FPS mark at 1080p. In summary, the GPU is the dominant factor for 4K and 1440p performance, while the CPU's influence becomes more apparent at 1080p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users looking at the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700F sits in a competitive position. Its average benchmark score of 53620 places it near several other high-end processors. The Intel Xeon 6505P is a direct rival, scoring 53701, which is only 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is also a close match with a score of 53288, just 0.6% lower. The AMD EPYC 7313P is another alternative, scoring 53206, which is 0.8% lower. These results show that the i7-14700F is performance-equivalent to these other chips, and in-game frame rates would be virtually indistinguishable between them in a GPU-bound scenario.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which scores 43262, a negligible 0.1% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile also matches closely with a score of 43268, just 0.1% higher. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 43301, which is 0.2% higher. Finally, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is a slightly faster alternative, scoring 43667, which is 1% higher. In practice, users with these alternative GPUs would expect a nearly identical experience in Lockdown Protocol, as the performance deltas are within a very tight margin.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally confirms that this PC configuration can run Lockdown Protocol exceptionally well. According to the verdictByResolution data, the system clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and with every preset. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is playable with an average of 64 FPS. This means a 4K user can enjoy the game at maximum settings without significant compromise.

At 2560x1440, the performance is even more comfortable, with the Ultra preset averaging 99.8 FPS. This provides a smooth experience that is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming. At 1920x1080, the system excels, with the Ultra preset hitting 133.4 FPS. This is an ideal performance level for competitive gaming. There are no settings or resolutions in the data where this combination fails to deliver a playable frame rate. This is a versatile and powerful setup that offers a premium experience across all common gaming scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER performs very well. The comboRankInGame data places this configuration at rank 603 out of 3714 total tested combos. This puts it in the top 16.2% of all systems tested, which is a strong result.

This ranking indicates that while there are faster and more expensive combinations available, this setup offers a level of performance that is superior to the vast majority of systems. It demonstrates that the i7-14700F and RTX 4070 SUPER are a well-matched pair, delivering a high-performance experience that should satisfy most gamers, especially those playing at 1440p or 4K. The ranking confirms that this is a balanced and capable system for a demanding FPS title like Lockdown Protocol.