Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers exceptional frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS. At 4K, the combination averages 112.1 FPS on High settings, climbing to 184.1 FPS on Low. The data confirms that this hardware clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested, with the RTX 5090’s raw throughput proving sufficient even for the most demanding settings. Below is a detailed breakdown of measured performance, component roles, and actionable recommendations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). All figures represent average FPS, with no minimum or maximum values recorded for any configuration.

1920x1080: At 1080p, the RTX 5090 pushes extreme frame rates. Low settings average 347.3 FPS, the highest score in the entire dataset. Medium settings drop to 272.6 FPS, while High settings average 235.2 FPS. Ultra settings still deliver 178.9 FPS, which is nearly three times the 60 FPS playable threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 48.5% reduction in average FPS, but even the most demanding preset remains far above any refresh-rate concern for standard 60 Hz displays.

2560x1440: At 1440p, performance remains robust. Low settings average 281.2 FPS, Medium settings produce 201.4 FPS, and High settings hit 171.7 FPS. Ultra settings deliver 128.3 FPS, which is still more than double the playable threshold. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows compared to 1080p, with Ultra delivering 45.6% of the Low preset’s frame rate. This resolution is where the RTX 5090’s 32 GB memory and 512-bit bus begin to show their strength, as the frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p is less severe than the drop from 1440p to 4K.

3840x2160: At 4K, the RTX 5090 still dominates. Low settings average 184.1 FPS, Medium settings produce 127.7 FPS, and High settings hit 112.1 FPS. Ultra settings average 83.5 FPS, which is the lowest score recorded across all configurations but still comfortably above 60 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K causes a notable performance hit: Ultra settings drop from 128.3 FPS to 83.5 FPS, a 34.9% reduction. Low settings drop from 281.2 FPS to 184.1 FPS, a 34.5% reduction. This indicates that 4K resolution is the primary bottleneck for this specific game, though the hardware never falls below playable levels.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: Low settings always provide the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, then High, with Ultra being the most demanding. The delta between Low and Ultra widens as resolution increases, from 168.4 FPS at 1080p to 100.6 FPS at 4K. This suggests that the game’s Ultra preset adds significant GPU workload, but the RTX 5090 has enough headroom to absorb it at every tested resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that the GPU is the dominant performance factor in Lockdown Protocol, particularly at higher resolutions. The Intel Core i7-14700KF, with 20 cores and 28 threads, provides ample processing power, but the frame rate scaling across resolutions reveals where each component matters.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high (347.3 FPS on Low), suggesting that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions without creating a bottleneck. The 14700KF’s Raptor Lake architecture, with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, ensures that single-threaded performance is sufficient for the game’s logic and physics at 1080p. The data shows a 48.5% frame rate drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution, which indicates the GPU is still the limiting factor when settings are increased, but the CPU keeps up with the GPU’s output.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high (281.2 FPS on Low, 128.3 FPS on Ultra), but the scaling pattern shifts. The drop from Low to Ultra is 54.4%, slightly more pronounced than at 1080p. This suggests that the GPU is taking on more of the workload as resolution increases, while the CPU’s role becomes less critical. The 14700KF’s 33 MB shared L3 cache and high core count help maintain consistent frame pacing, but the RTX 5090’s pixel rate (423.6 GPixel/s) and texture rate (1,636.8 GTexel/s) are the primary drivers of the final frame counts.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The frame rate drop from 1440p to 4K is substantial across all settings, with Low falling from 281.2 FPS to 184.1 FPS and Ultra falling from 128.3 FPS to 83.5 FPS. This 34.9% reduction at Ultra settings is directly attributable to the increased pixel count, which quadruples the GPU’s rendering workload. The RTX 5090’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 1.79 TB/s memory bandwidth are stretched at 4K, but the CPU’s role diminishes—the data shows that at 4K Ultra, the frame rate is 83.5 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating the GPU has headroom even at this demanding configuration.

The scaling between presets further clarifies component roles. At 1080p, increasing from Low to Ultra reduces FPS by 168.4 FPS, while at 4K, the same preset change reduces FPS by 100.6 FPS. This inverse relationship suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU is underutilized, and the CPU’s contribution is more visible. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes fully saturated, and the CPU’s role is minimized. For this game, the RTX 5090 is the critical component for 4K performance, while the 14700KF is more than sufficient at 1080p and 1440p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i7-14700KF, based on average benchmark scores, provide context for its performance in Lockdown Protocol. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has an average score of 69996, which is 0.2% lower than the 14700KF’s 70163. This means the two CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in this game, with the 14700KF holding a negligible edge. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69875, a 0.4% delta, placing it in the same performance tier. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, a 0.9% delta, which would result in slightly lower frame rates, but the difference is unlikely to be perceptible outside of synthetic benchmarks. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70879, which is 1% higher than the 14700KF, indicating it would provide marginally better performance in CPU-bound scenarios, such as low-resolution, high-FPS gameplay.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090, the nearest rivals are less conventional. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 79605, a 0.3% delta from the RTX 5090’s 79842. This workstation GPU would produce nearly identical frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, though it lacks the consumer-oriented features of the GeForce line. The Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 79396, a 0.6% delta, offering similar performance. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, a 1.1% delta, which is a mobile GPU that would deliver slightly lower frame rates, particularly at 4K where the RTX 5090’s 32 GB memory advantage matters. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80959, a -1.4% delta, meaning it outperforms the RTX 5090 by 1.4% in average benchmarks, which could translate to a few extra FPS in Lockdown Protocol at Ultra settings.

These rivals indicate that the 14700KF + RTX 5090 combination sits near the top of the performance curve. Users with a Ryzen 7 9700F or Core Ultra 7 265K would see essentially identical frame rates, while those with a Radeon Pro Vega 64X might see a marginal improvement. The RTX 5090’s 32 GB GDDR7 memory is a distinguishing feature, as none of its nearest rivals offer that capacity, which could matter for future titles or modded gameplay.

The Verdict

The verdictByResolution data is unequivocal: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol at every resolution and preset tested, all exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, all four settings presets are playable. Low averages 184.1 FPS, Medium averages 127.7 FPS, High averages 112.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 83.5 FPS. The best settings for maximum visual quality are Ultra, which still delivers 83.5 FPS—comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes 4K Ultra a viable option for players with high-refresh-rate 4K displays or those prioritizing image quality over raw frame rates.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 128.3 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, providing ample headroom for competitive play or future driver updates. Low settings average 281.2 FPS, which is ideal for esports-style gameplay where maximum frame rates are paramount.

At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 178.9 FPS. Low settings average 347.3 FPS, which is an exceptional score that would satisfy even the most demanding 240 Hz or 360 Hz displays. The data shows no configuration that fails to reach 60 FPS, making this system a top-tier choice for Lockdown Protocol.

The combo rank of 41 out of 3714 tested combinations places this hardware in the top 1.1% of all tested systems, confirming its elite status for this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players seeking the highest visual quality while maintaining at least 60 FPS, the data identifies the most demanding preset that meets this criterion at each resolution.

3840x2160: The best settings are Ultra, which averages 83.5 FPS. This is the maximum quality preset and still provides 23.5 FPS of headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. No other preset is needed for playability, as even the most demanding option exceeds the threshold.

2560x1440: The best settings are Ultra, averaging 128.3 FPS. This provides 68.3 FPS of headroom, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The 128.3 FPS average is sufficient for 120 Hz displays, though it falls short of 144 Hz or 165 Hz maximum refresh rates.

1920x1080: The best settings are Ultra, averaging 178.9 FPS. This is more than enough for 144 Hz displays and approaches the refresh rate capabilities of 165 Hz or 180 Hz monitors. The 178.9 FPS average provides 118.9 FPS of headroom above the playable threshold, ensuring a smooth experience even in demanding combat scenarios.

In all cases, Ultra is the recommended preset, as it delivers the best visual quality without compromising the 60 FPS playability. Players seeking higher frame rates can drop to Low settings, which at 4K still deliver 184.1 FPS, but the visual trade-off is substantial.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this system in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The highest average FPS is 347.3, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the data shows 83.5 FPS average at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is 23.5 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X in this game?

A: The 14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, which is 0.9% higher than the Ryzen 9 7950X’s score of 69515, indicating nearly identical performance in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings average 281.2 FPS while Ultra settings average 128.3 FPS, a difference of 152.9 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5090’s 32 GB memory necessary for this game?

A: The data does not indicate memory capacity as a limiting factor, but the 32 GB GDDR7 memory provides headroom for future titles or higher-resolution textures that may exceed 16 GB usage.

*Q: What percentage of tested combinations does this system outperform in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The combo rank of 41 out of 3714 tested combinations places this system in the top 1.1% of all tested hardware configurations.