Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i9-14900K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS. Benchmark data shows that this combination clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every tested resolution and preset, with performance ranging from a solid 70.7 FPS at 4K Ultra to a massive 307.7 FPS at 1080p Low. The data confirms this is a high-end configuration that leaves substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1440p and even 4K gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system produces exceptional frame rates that easily exceed the needs of any high-refresh-rate display. The lowest setting tested, Low, yields an average of 307.7 FPS, which is a remarkably high figure. Moving up to Medium drops the average to 222.2 FPS, still an extremely fluid experience. The High preset delivers 193.9 FPS, while the most demanding Ultra setting still maintains an average of 142.9 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the primary limiter is not the hardware but the display's refresh rate.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a predictable decline as pixel count increases. The Low preset achieves an average of 224.6 FPS, which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings produce 157.8 FPS, and High averages 141.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers 105.1 FPS, which is comfortably above 60 FPS and also above the 100 FPS mark that many gamers consider ideal for competitive play. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a roughly 27-37% decrease in average FPS across the presets, which is consistent with the increased GPU load from additional pixels.

Moving up to 3840x2160 (4K), the performance is still very playable across all settings. The Low preset averages 147 FPS, a strong result for 4K. Medium yields 105.6 FPS, and High drops to 89.9 FPS. The most demanding combination, Ultra at 4K, still maintains an average of 70.7 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin. The transition from 1440p to 4K results in a further 34-38% reduction in average frame rate, depending on the preset. Notably, the gap between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions: at 1080p the difference is 164.8 FPS, at 1440p it is 119.5 FPS, and at 4K it narrows to 76.3 FPS. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is becoming a more significant factor, as the resolution demands more from the graphics card relative to the CPU.

The data shows a consistent hierarchy: Low is always the fastest, followed by Medium, then High, with Ultra being the slowest. This ordering holds true at all three resolutions. The min and max FPS values are not available in the dataset, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. However, the averages are high enough across the board that even with typical frame time variances, the experience should remain smooth and responsive.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU provides context for how this combo compares to other hardware. The Intel Core i9-14900K has an average benchmark score of 79097, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the Intel Core i9-14900KF, which scores 79371, a negligible 0.3% difference. This means the non-K variant performs virtually identically to the K version, which lacks integrated graphics. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus scores 79574, which is 0.6% higher. The AMD EPYC 7413 scores 80041, putting it 1.2% ahead of the i9-14900K. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 77740, which is 1.7% lower. These small deltas indicate that the i9-14900K is positioned in a tight cluster of high-performance processors where the differences are within a few percentage points.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average benchmark score of 31087 and sits in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 with a score of 31206, which is only 0.4% higher. The NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q scores 31220, also 0.4% higher. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell scores 31532, placing it 1.4% ahead. The NVIDIA TITAN RTX scores 31676, which is 1.9% higher than the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. These results show that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is slightly below these specific workstation and prosumer cards in raw benchmark scores, but the differences are minimal. In gaming scenarios like Lockdown Protocol, these small benchmark deltas translate to nearly identical real-world performance.

The combined system, with a 95th percentile CPU and a 76th percentile GPU, ranks 374th out of 3714 tested combos for this game. This places it in the top 10% of all configurations, which is consistent with the high frame rates observed. The CPU's performance class is significantly higher than the GPU's, suggesting that the GPU is the more likely bottleneck in this pairing, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU has more headroom.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Lockdown Protocol at different resolutions and presets offers insight into which component is the limiting factor. The scaling pattern between resolutions is the key indicator. At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high, with the Low preset hitting 307.7 FPS. This high frame rate suggests that the CPU is doing substantial work, but the GPU is still able to keep up. When moving to 1440p, the frame rate drops by 27-37%, and at 4K, it drops another 34-38%. This consistent decline with increasing resolution points to the GPU being the primary performance limiter.

If the CPU were the main bottleneck, we would expect to see minimal differences between 1080p and 1440p, as the CPU's workload does not change significantly with resolution. Instead, the data shows a clear and substantial drop in FPS as resolution increases, which is a classic symptom of GPU limitation. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a strong card, but it is not in the same performance tier as the i9-14900K, which is a top-tier enthusiast processor. Therefore, at all tested settings and resolutions, the GPU is the component that determines the final frame rate.

The difference between presets also sheds light on this dynamic. At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra is 164.8 FPS, which is a large absolute difference but a smaller relative difference compared to higher resolutions. At 4K, the gap narrows to 76.3 FPS. This narrowing suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that the differences between presets, which primarily affect GPU workload, become less impactful on the overall frame rate. The CPU, with its 24 cores and 32 threads, has ample headroom to feed the GPU at all resolutions. The data indicates that for this game, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting factor, and the i9-14900K provides more than enough processing power to avoid becoming a bottleneck.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with maximum settings?

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows an average of 70.7 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The highest recorded average is 307.7 FPS at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: How does the i9-14900K compare to its closest rival, the i9-14900KF?

A: The i9-14900K has an average benchmark score of 79097, while the i9-14900KF scores 79371. This is a delta of -0.3%, meaning the i9-14900KF is slightly faster by a negligible margin.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER better than the TITAN RTX?

A: No. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average score of 31087, while the TITAN RTX scores 31676. The TITAN RTX is 1.9% higher.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 1440p at High settings?

A: At 1080p High, the average FPS is 193.9. At 1440p High, it is 141.4. This is a decrease of 52.5 FPS, or roughly 27%.

Q: Does the combo rank high among all tested configurations?

A: Yes, it ranks 374th out of 3714 combos, placing it in the top 10% of all tested systems for Lockdown Protocol.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: this PC can run Lockdown Protocol exceptionally well at all tested resolutions and settings. The verdict by resolution confirms that every single combination of resolution and preset clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the system offers outstanding performance, with even the most demanding Ultra preset achieving 142.9 FPS. This is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate 1080p monitors. At 2560x1440, the performance remains excellent, with Ultra averaging 105.1 FPS. This is ideal for 1440p gaming at high refresh rates, providing a smooth and responsive experience. At 3840x2160, the system is still very capable, with Ultra delivering 70.7 FPS. While this is the lowest result in the dataset, it is still above 60 FPS and provides a playable 4K experience. For gamers who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, dropping to High at 4K yields 89.9 FPS, and Medium achieves 105.6 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is the Ultra preset. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 70.7 FPS. This is the recommended setting for 4K, as it provides the best visual quality while staying above the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 105.1 FPS, which is both highly playable and visually impressive. At 1920x1080, Ultra achieves 142.9 FPS, offering top-tier visuals with an extremely high frame rate. In all cases, the Ultra preset is not only playable but also provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, making it the clear choice for the best visual experience at each resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination ranks 374th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the top 10% of all configurations tested for this game. The ranking is consistent with the measured performance, which shows the system easily surpassing the 60 FPS playable threshold at all settings. The CPU's 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU's 76th percentile ranking among all GPUs contribute to this strong overall position. The data suggests that while there are more powerful combinations available, the i9-14900K and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offer a very high level of performance that will satisfy most gamers seeking a high-frame-rate experience in Lockdown Protocol.