Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, a 2024-released FPS. Across all three tested resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160), the system not only clears the 60 FPS playability threshold but does so at every preset, including the demanding Ultra setting. The data indicates a CPU and GPU pairing that is overqualified for this title, with performance headroom that suggests it can handle future updates or more demanding scenarios without issue. The measured results show a consistent pattern: the more pixels on screen, the lower the average frame rate, but even at 4K Ultra the system maintains a smooth experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 1920x1080?

A: The system achieves 133.5 FPS average at Ultra settings, which is the most demanding preset tested at this resolution. This is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Can this PC handle 4K resolution?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 the system runs all presets above 60 FPS. The lowest average is 66.9 FPS at Ultra, while High settings yield 84.7 FPS and Low settings reach 135.1 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: At Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops from 133.5 FPS at 1920x1080 to 66.9 FPS at 3840x2160, representing a 50% reduction. At Low settings, the drop is from 292.7 FPS to 135.1 FPS.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra at 2560x1440?

A: Low settings average 213.7 FPS, while Ultra settings average 99 FPS. This 114.7 FPS gap shows that the graphical preset has a significant impact on performance even at a mid-range resolution.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The data does not isolate individual component bottlenecks. However, the CPU scores in the 94th percentile among all processors, and the GPU sits in the 83rd percentile, suggesting both are high-performing parts with no obvious weak link.

Q: What does the combo rank of 579 out of 3714 mean?

A: This combination ranks in the top 15.6% of all tested CPU and GPU pairings for Lockdown Protocol, indicating it performs better than approximately 84% of other configurations in this game.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU scaling across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system produces 292.7 FPS on Low settings, but this drops to 213.7 FPS at 2560x1440 and 135.1 FPS at 3840x2160. This linear decline with increasing pixel count strongly suggests the GPU is the primary driver of frame rate at lower resolutions, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames. The CPU's single-thread score of 4472 in Passmark and multi-thread score of 52392 indicate it is not a limiting factor at these frame rates.

The role shifts become more apparent when examining preset scaling. At 3840x2160, moving from Low to Medium reduces performance by 36.1 FPS (135.1 to 99), and from Medium to High by another 14.3 FPS (99 to 84.7). The Ultra preset adds a further 17.8 FPS reduction (84.7 to 66.9). This progressive decline across settings shows that the GPU's compute resources are increasingly taxed as visual fidelity increases, with the largest single drop occurring between Low and Medium at 4K.

At lower resolutions, the CPU's role becomes relatively more important. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low (292.7 FPS) and Ultra (133.5 FPS) is 159.2 FPS, which is a larger absolute gap than at 4K (68.2 FPS difference between Low and Ultra). This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is better able to keep up with the GPU's output, allowing the GPU to fully express its capabilities on lower presets. The 20-core, 28-thread CPU with a 5.60 GHz boost clock provides substantial processing power for game logic and physics.

The data indicates a balanced system where the GPU becomes the dominant factor at higher resolutions and presets, while the CPU remains consistently capable across all scenarios. At 2560x1440, the system produces 213.7 FPS on Low and 99 FPS on Ultra, showing the same scaling pattern as 4K but with higher absolute numbers. This resolution represents a sweet spot where neither component is severely stressed, as evidenced by the 149.5 FPS average on Medium settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 133.5 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the system still delivers over double the playable threshold. The High preset runs at 177.9 FPS, Medium at 206 FPS, and Low at 292.7 FPS, all far exceeding requirements.

For 2560x1440, Ultra settings are again the best choice, with an average of 99 FPS. This comfortably clears the 60 FPS threshold by 39 FPS. High settings run at 132.9 FPS, Medium at 149.5 FPS, and Low at 213.7 FPS. The 1440p Ultra performance is identical to the 4K Medium score of 99 FPS, indicating that resolution and settings have a similar impact on GPU load.

At 3840x2160, Ultra settings remain playable with an average of 66.9 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold by 6.9 FPS. This is the only resolution where the margin becomes tight, suggesting that 4K Ultra is near the practical limit for this combination. High settings provide more headroom at 84.7 FPS, while Medium runs at 99 FPS and Low at 135.1 FPS. For players who prioritize consistent frame rates over maximum visual quality at 4K, High settings would offer a safer margin, but Ultra is technically viable.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 9115, which scores 69288 on average, a 0.1% difference from the Core i7-14700K's 69355 average. This means these two processors would deliver nearly identical performance in Lockdown Protocol. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, a -0.2% delta, making it a marginal upgrade. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and Ryzen 7 9700F score 69875 and 69996 respectively, with deltas of -0.7% and -0.9%, all representing statistically insignificant differences.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB is the closest match with a score of 43262, a -0.1% delta from the RTX 4070 SUPER's 43223. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile also scores 43268, another -0.1% delta. The Quadro M6000 scores 43301 (-0.2%), and the RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667 (-1%). These four alternatives would all produce frame rates within 1% of the RTX 4070 SUPER, meaning users upgrading from or considering these cards should expect nearly identical gaming performance in this title.

The benchmark scores suggest that swapping the CPU for any of its four nearest rivals would change performance by less than 1%. Similarly, GPU alternatives all fall within a 1% performance band. This indicates that the measured FPS figures for Lockdown Protocol would remain essentially unchanged with any of these components, making them viable substitutes if availability or platform compatibility is a concern.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system produces its highest frame rates. Low settings average 292.7 FPS, which is the maximum measured across all resolutions and presets. Medium settings follow at 206 FPS, High at 177.9 FPS, and Ultra at 133.5 FPS. The scaling between presets is consistent, with each step up in quality reducing performance by roughly 20-30% of the previous value.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds with lower absolute numbers. Low settings average 213.7 FPS, representing a 27% reduction from 1080p Low. Medium settings run at 149.5 FPS, High at 132.9 FPS, and Ultra at 99 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 114.7 FPS, slightly narrower than the 159.2 FPS gap at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, performance drops significantly but remains playable. Low settings average 135.1 FPS, which is still more than double the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings run at 99 FPS, High at 84.7 FPS, and Ultra at 66.9 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a total reduction of 68.2 FPS, with the largest individual drop occurring between Low and Medium (36.1 FPS).

The most demanding combination tested is 4K Ultra, which produces 66.9 FPS on average. The least demanding is 1080p Low at 292.7 FPS. Across all 12 measured configurations, every single one exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold, with the lowest margin being the 6.9 FPS buffer at 4K Ultra. This data shows that the system has no trouble running Lockdown Protocol at any settings combination tested.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Lockdown Protocol. According to the verdictByResolution data, all three resolutions list every preset (High, Low, Medium, Ultra) as playable. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 133.5 FPS, providing a 73.5 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings achieve 99 FPS, a 39 FPS margin. At 3840x2160, Ultra settings reach 66.9 FPS, which is only 6.9 FPS above the minimum playable threshold.

The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration where the system approaches its limit. While it does clear the 60 FPS bar, the margin is slim enough that frame rate dips in intense combat scenarios could potentially drop below the threshold. For players who want a guaranteed smooth experience at 4K, High settings at 84.7 FPS offer a more comfortable buffer. At lower resolutions, there is no such concern, as even the most demanding preset provides substantial headroom.

The system's performance is consistent with its hardware profile. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking and the GPU's 83rd percentile ranking both indicate high-end components. The measured data confirms that this combination is more than sufficient for Lockdown Protocol, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p and 1440p, and for standard 60 Hz displays at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 579th out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 84.4th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly 84% of all other CPU and GPU pairings tested in this game. The top 15.6% positioning reflects the strong individual performance of both components.

The CPU's percentileVsAllCpus score of 94 indicates it is in the top 6% of all processors tested. The GPU's percentileVsAllGpus score of 83 places it in the top 17% of all graphics cards. When combined, these high-performing parts create a system that is well above average for this title. The rank of 579 suggests that there are 578 other combinations that achieve higher frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, likely featuring more powerful GPUs such as the RTX 4090 or higher-tier workstation cards.

This ranking is particularly noteworthy given that the game is a 2024 release. The data shows that this mid-2024 combination is already in the upper echelon of performers, suggesting it will remain capable for years to come. The substantial margins above the 60 FPS threshold at all resolutions and presets further reinforce that this combo is positioned for long-term viability in Lockdown Protocol.