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Lockdown Protocol
Performance
1080p (Full HD)
1440p (2K / QHD)
4K (Ultra HD)
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Average FPS: resolution vs quality settings
| Ultra | High | Medium | Low | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K Ultra HD | 49 | 66 | 76 | 106 |
| 1440p QHD | 77 | 102 | 117 | 165 |
| 1080p Full HD | 105 | 139 | 160 | 225 |
Cell color: green is 120+ FPS, teal is 60+, amber is 30+, red is below 30. Cards marked Estimated above have no measured row and are scaled from your GPU benchmark percentile.
Performance Analysis: Lockdown Protocol on Your System
Lockdown Protocol, an FPS released on 2024-03-11, is a demanding title, but the combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti proves to be a formidable pairing. Measured data shows this system handles the game's highest settings at 1080p and 1440p with ease, and even at 4K, it maintains playability at High and Medium presets. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results for this specific hardware configuration.
Similar Performance Alternatives
The benchmark data places the Intel Core i7-14700K in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 69355. Its closest rivals in terms of aggregate performance are a cluster of high-end AMD and EPYC processors. The AMD EPYC 9115 is a near-exact match, scoring 69288, which is a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, a 0.2% difference, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and AMD Ryzen 7 9700F score 69875 and 69996, respectively, representing differences of 0.7% and 0.9%. For Lockdown Protocol, a game that can be sensitive to frame pacing, these processors would deliver a nearly identical performance envelope, meaning users with any of these chips can expect similar frame rates when paired with the same GPU.
On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti sits in the 75th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29945. Its direct competitors are a mix of current and previous-generation hardware. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile is virtually tied with a score of 29928 (0.1% difference). The AMD Radeon RX 6800 is a close rival, scoring 30095, which is a 0.5% difference. Interestingly, the previous-generation flagship NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti also lands in this tier with a score of 29783 (0.5% difference), indicating that the RTX 3070 Ti provides a similar level of raw performance to that older card. The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is also nearby, with a score of 30433 and a 1.6% delta. In Lockdown Protocol specifically, the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth will be the defining characteristics that place it in this performance class.
How This Combo Ranks
When looking at the full database of tested system combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti achieves a rank of 1324 out of 3714 total combos. This places the system in the top 36% of all tested configurations for Lockdown Protocol. The data shows that this is a strong pairing, but not an absolute top-tier one. The ranking suggests that while this system will provide a high-refresh-rate experience at mainstream resolutions, users with significantly more powerful GPUs will still be ahead in this specific title, particularly at 4K Ultra settings where the RTX 3070 Ti's performance drops below the 60 FPS threshold. The rank is a useful indicator that this is a well-balanced system for high-end 1440p gaming, capable of handling the game's demands without being a bottleneck at that resolution.
FAQ
Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?
A: Yes, but not at the highest visual quality. Benchmark results show that at 3840x2160, the system achieves an average of 66 FPS on High settings, 76 FPS on Medium, and 106 FPS on Low. However, it only manages 49 FPS on Ultra, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.
Q: What is the best setting to use at 2560x1440 resolution?
A: The data indicates that Ultra is the best setting at this resolution, as it is the most demanding preset that still maintains playable performance. The system achieves an average of 77 FPS at 1440p with Ultra settings, clearing the 60 FPS threshold.
Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X?
A: The Intel Core i7-14700K's average benchmark score of 69355 is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X's score of 69515. This difference is effectively negligible, meaning the two processors should provide nearly identical performance in Lockdown Protocol.
Q: Is the RTX 3070 Ti more powerful than the RTX 2080 Ti?
A: According to the benchmark data, the RTX 3070 Ti has an average score of 29945, which is 0.5% higher than the RTX 2080 Ti's score of 29783. While the 3070 Ti is slightly faster in aggregate benchmarks, the performance difference between them is minimal.
Q: What is the least demanding preset that still provides a smooth experience at 1920x1080?
A: All presets at 1080p are playable. The Low preset yields 225 FPS, Medium yields 160 FPS, High yields 139 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset produces 105 FPS, all well above the 60 FPS threshold.
Q: Does the game rely more on the CPU or the GPU for this combo?
A: The performance scaling between resolutions suggests a balanced load. The system maintains very high frame rates at 1080p (Ultra: 105 FPS) and 1440p (Ultra: 77 FPS), but sees a significant drop at 4K Ultra (49 FPS). This indicates the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions and preset combinations, while the CPU is strong enough to feed the GPU at lower resolutions.
The Verdict
The verdict for this PC is clear: it is a highly capable machine for Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with the most demanding Ultra setting achieving an average of 105 FPS. At 2560x1440, the system also clears the 60 FPS bar on all presets, including Ultra at 77 FPS. The 3840x2160 resolution presents a more nuanced picture. The system is playable on High (66 FPS), Medium (76 FPS), and Low (106 FPS) settings. However, the Ultra preset at 4K drops to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Therefore, for a 4K experience, users should stick to High settings to ensure a smooth, consistent frame rate above 60 FPS.
CPU and GPU Roles
The benchmark data illustrates a division of labor between the Intel Core i7-14700K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. The CPU, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, provides ample processing power to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at lower resolutions. This is evidenced by the very high frame rates at 1080p, where even Ultra settings yield 105 FPS. The GPU's role becomes more critical as resolution increases. The scaling from 2560x1440 Ultra (77 FPS) to 3840x2160 Ultra (49 FPS) shows a 28 FPS drop, a 36% performance loss that is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario at higher pixel counts. The GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and memory bandwidth are likely the primary factors at 4K, as the game's demands outstrip what the RTX 3070 Ti can deliver at the highest preset. In summary, the CPU is the workhorse at 1080p, while the GPU becomes the determining factor for performance at 1440p and especially 4K.
Best Settings per Resolution
Based on the measured frame rate data, the optimal settings for this system are as follows:
- 3840x2160 (4K): The best setting is High, which delivers an average of 66 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that maintains an average above the 60 FPS threshold, as Ultra drops to 49 FPS.
- 2560x1440 (1440p): The best setting is Ultra, which provides an average of 77 FPS. All presets are playable at this resolution, but Ultra offers the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.
- 1920x1080 (1080p): The best setting is Ultra, which achieves an average of 105 FPS. This provides the best visual experience while still offering a frame rate well above the 60 FPS target, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.