Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H paired with the AMD Radeon 8060S presents a compelling mobile gaming proposition for Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS. The benchmark data reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions, with clear strengths at 1080p and 1440p, but with notable compromises required at 4K. The Core Ultra 5 135H, a 14-core Meteor Lake mobile processor, sits in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, while the Radeon 8060S, based on RDNA 3.5, places in the 87th percentile of all GPUs, suggesting a balanced pairing for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and AMD Radeon 8060S combination provides a detailed look at Lockdown Protocol's performance scaling. At 3840x2160 (4K), the system delivers an average of 51 FPS on High settings, which dips below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Dropping to Medium settings at 4K yields an average of 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS, indicating some frametime variance. The Low preset is the only 4K option that comfortably clears the threshold, achieving an average of 83 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset at 4K produces just 39 FPS on average, falling well short of smooth gameplay.

Stepping down to 2560x1440 (1440p), the frames per second increase dramatically. The Low preset soars to 128 FPS average, while High settings deliver a strong 80 FPS average. Medium settings at 1440p produce an average of 91 FPS, with a minimum of 77 and a maximum of 105, showing a stable frame delivery. Critically, the Ultra preset at 1440p hits exactly the 60 FPS average, making it the highest visual quality setting that remains playable at this resolution. The performance headroom at 1440p is evident, with the system scaling well from the 4K results.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combination hits its stride. The Low preset produces a blistering 175 FPS average, and even the High preset maintains a solid 109 FPS average. Medium settings at 1080p show an average of 124 FPS, with a tight band between 106 FPS minimum and 143 FPS maximum. The Ultra preset, which was unplayable at 4K, achieves a very playable 81 FPS average at 1080p. This data shows a clear progression where the GPU is the primary driver of performance, with the CPU providing ample headroom to avoid bottlenecking.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark analysis identifies the optimal preset for each resolution, prioritizing the most visually demanding option that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable setting. At 83 FPS average, it is the sole option that stays above the playable threshold. The High preset at 51 FPS and even the Medium preset at 59 FPS (with a 50 FPS minimum) fail to meet the consistent 60 FPS requirement, according to the verdict data.

At 2560x1440, the system can handle the Ultra preset. The average FPS is recorded at exactly 60, which meets the playable threshold. This is a significant jump from 4K, where Ultra was unplayable. The scaling suggests that the GPU is well-balanced with the CPU at this resolution, allowing for maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing frame rate.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is also the recommended choice, achieving an 81 FPS average. This gives users the full visual experience with a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay. The data indicates that at 1080p, the system has sufficient performance headroom to max out the game's settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear division of labor between the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and the AMD Radeon 8060S. At 4K, the system is heavily GPU-bound. The GPU's raw rendering power is the primary factor, as evidenced by the 44 FPS difference between Low (83 FPS) and Ultra (39 FPS) settings. This 113% performance swing highlights how sensitive the Radeon 8060S is to the graphical workload at this high resolution.

As the resolution drops to 1440p, the gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 68 FPS (128 vs 60). This tighter spread indicates that the GPU is becoming less of a bottleneck, and the CPU is starting to provide more of the frame time. The CPU's role is more prominent, handling the game's logic and draw calls with more leeway as the GPU's pixel-pushing duties decrease.

At 1080p, the system becomes more balanced, but the GPU still plays a crucial role. The difference between Low (175 FPS) and Ultra (81 FPS) is 84 FPS, a large gap that shows the GPU is still the main performance driver even at lower resolutions. The CPU, with its 14 cores and 18 threads, is clearly not the limiting factor, as even the most demanding preset yields a high frame rate. The data suggests that for this particular game, the Radeon 8060S is the primary performance component, with the Core Ultra 5 135H providing a strong and stable platform that does not hold the GPU back.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 4K for this combination?

A: The Low preset is the only playable setting at 3840x2160, with an average FPS of 83, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium (59 FPS) and High (51 FPS) do not maintain the minimum playable frame rate.

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 1440p with maximum graphics settings?

A: Yes, the data shows that at 2560x1440, the Ultra preset produces an average of exactly 60 FPS. This makes it the most demanding preset that is still considered playable.

Q: How does the performance at 1080p compare to the performance at 4K on Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system averages 81 FPS. This is a massive improvement over the 4K Ultra result of 39 FPS, showing a significant performance boost of 42 FPS when lowering the resolution.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H a significant bottleneck for the AMD Radeon 8060S in this game?

A: The benchmark results do not indicate a significant CPU bottleneck. At 1080p, the system achieves 81 FPS on Ultra and 175 FPS on Low, showing the GPU is still the limiting factor. The CPU's performance in the 81st percentile suggests it is a strong pairing for this GPU.

Q: What is the frame rate variance like on Medium settings?

A: The data provides minimum and maximum FPS for Medium settings. At 4K, the range is 50 to 68 FPS for an average of 59. At 1440p, the range is 77 to 105 FPS for an average of 91. At 1080p, the range is 106 to 143 FPS for an average of 124.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of 3,714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and AMD Radeon 8060S combination holds the 2194th position. This rank, which places it in the lower half of all tested systems, is an interesting data point. While the system offers very good playable performance at 1080p and 1440p, the 4K results are less competitive, likely pulling the overall rank down. This rank is a composite measure, and the high percentile scores of the individual components (87th for GPU, 81st for CPU) don't directly translate to a top-tier combo ranking in this specific game. This suggests that other combos, perhaps with more powerful desktop GPUs, achieve higher frame rates at 4K, which is a key factor in the overall ranking.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol? Yes, it can, but the experience is highly dependent on the target resolution and settings.

At 1920x1080, this combination is more than capable. The verdict confirms that High, Low, Medium, and Ultra presets are all playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 81 FPS. This is the optimal way to experience the game, offering full visual quality at a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system remains very strong. All four presets are playable, and the best setting is Ultra, hitting an average of 60 FPS. This provides a great balance between visual fidelity and smooth performance.

At 3840x2160, the system is a bit more constrained. The verdict indicates that only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 83 FPS. The Medium preset falls just short at 59 FPS average. Therefore, 4K gaming is possible, but you will have to compromise heavily on visual quality to achieve a stable, playable frame rate.

In summary, this combination is a strong choice for high-refresh or high-fidelity gaming at 1080p and 1440p, and indeed capable of entry-level 4K gaming on lower settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data provides a list of components with similar average scores to the CPU and GPU in this combo, offering alternatives for those interested in comparable performance.

For the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, the nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, which has an average score that is only 0.1% lower. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is a close match, with a score that is 0.5% higher. The Intel Core i5-13500HX shows a -0.6% difference, indicating a near-identical performance profile. These processors would likely deliver a very similar gameplay experience in Lockdown Protocol.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon 8060S is closely matched by the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, which has a score 0.1% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 4080 are also listed as rivals, with the 5080 showing a -0.6% difference and the 4080 a 2.8% difference. These alternatives would provide a comparative performance level, though the Radeon 8060S's integrated nature and system-shared memory are key distinctions from these discrete graphics cards.