Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination delivers well above the 60 FPS playable threshold across all tested resolutions and presets in Lockdown Protocol. The data shows a system that scales cleanly from 1080p to 4K, with the most demanding Ultra preset remaining fluid even at 3840x2160. This pairing is clearly not struggling with the game’s demands, making it a strong candidate for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower resolutions and for 60+ FPS gaming on 4K displays.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the measured average FPS is 62, which sits above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding combination tested and it still clears the bar.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 yields an average of 130 FPS. Since all presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution, Ultra is the best choice for maximum visual quality without sacrificing frame rate.

Q: How does the Ultra 5 225 CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is 36938, placing it at the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, scores 36945, showing a deltaPct of 0. The Intel Core i9-12900T is slightly behind with a deltaPct of -0.5.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Medium settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 206 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 146 FPS. The Medium preset also has a measured minimum of 124 FPS and a maximum of 168 FPS.

Q: Is the RX 7900 XT considered a high-performing GPU in this context?

A: The GPU’s Passmark G3D score is 29009, but its percentileVsAllGpus is 55, meaning it ranks around the middle of all GPUs in the database. However, the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol demonstrates it is very capable for this specific title.

Q: How many total configurations were tested for ranking in this game?

A: The combo rank for this specific CPU and GPU pairing is 685 out of 3714 total tested combos for Lockdown Protocol.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. The data shows an average of 130 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. It is the most visually demanding setting and gives a substantial performance buffer. The Medium preset is also excellent at 199 FPS, and even Low hits 280 FPS, but Ultra offers the best experience without any playability concerns.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again provides the best experience, with an average of 96 FPS. This is well above the playable line, leaving room for drops below the average. The High preset runs at 127 FPS and Medium at 146 FPS, so all options are viable, but the 96 FPS at Ultra is strong enough for a smooth and visually rich gaming session.

The most impressive result is at 3840x2160, where the Ultra preset still manages to stay above 60 FPS, hitting an average of 62 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration tested and it just clears the bar. The High preset at 82 FPS and the Medium preset at 94 FPS (with a min of 80 and max of 108) are also excellent. For 4K, the Ultra preset is the top choice, but it sits very close to the threshold, so some users might prefer High for a more comfortable margin.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets indicates a strong balance between the CPU and GPU, but the GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between the Low preset (280 FPS) and the Ultra preset (130 FPS) is 150 FPS, which is a 215% increase in workload. This large gap suggests the GPU is heavily utilized, as the CPU is powerful enough to feed it frames at lower resolutions. The CPU’s strong single-core performance (a Passmark single-thread score of 4412) helps ensure high FPS at lower resolutions.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling from Low (206 FPS) to Ultra (96 FPS) shows a 110 FPS difference. The absolute FPS drops, but the relative difference between presets becomes smaller. This indicates the GPU is starting to become a bottleneck. The data from 4K confirms this trend, where the Ultra preset (62 FPS) is only 71 FPS behind the Low preset (133 FPS). The GPU’s workload is so high at 3840x2160 that the CPU has less influence on the final frame rate.

The Core Ultra 5 225 has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz and 10 cores, which is sufficient to feed the RX 7900 XT at 1080p and 1440p. The bottleneck shifts to the GPU at 4K, which is expected due to the raster load. The 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on the GPU is a significant asset for high-resolution textures. The deltaPct between the CPU and its nearest rivals is tiny (0 to -0.5%), so any performance differences are negligible. The core aspect is the GPU’s 20 GB memory and its ability to process pixels at high resolutions.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS or higher at every resolution and preset tested. The verdict data confirms that all declared settings (High, Low, Medium, Ultra) are playable at 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160. The best settings for each resolution are the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 130 FPS, making it an excellent choice for high refresh rate monitors. The game runs exceptionally well here, and the CPU+GPU combo has massive headroom. The 1440p resolution with Ultra settings runs at 96 FPS, which is a comfortable margin over 60 FPS, and it will provide a smooth experience on standard 144Hz displays. The most demanding scenario is 4K Ultra at 62 FPS. This passes the threshold, but it is a close call. For a strictly locked 60 FPS experience, this setup will do it, but there is no room for significant frame drops. If you have a 4K monitor and want to use the Ultra preset, you’ll be on the edge, but it is definitely playable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080: The Low preset achieves 280 FPS average. Medium follows with 199 FPS, showing a measured minimum of 169 FPS and a maximum of 229 FPS. High preset runs at 174 FPS, and Ultra is the most demanding at 130 FPS.

2560x1440: The Low preset produces 206 FPS average. Medium settings run at 146 FPS, with a min of 124 FPS and a max of 168 FPS. High preset averages 127 FPS, while Ultra is 96 FPS.

3840x2160: The Low preset still manages 133 FPS. Medium settings average 94 FPS, with a minimum of 80 FPS and a maximum of 108 FPS. High preset runs at 82 FPS, and Ultra is the lowest average at 62 FPS, still above the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination ranks 685th overall out of 3714 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This top-tier top 20% ranking is driven by the system’s ability to handle the most demanding presets at all resolutions. The CPU’s benchmark percentile is high at 85%, which shows it is a strong processor in the general database, but its rivals are extremely close, with deltas of 0% to -0.5% against the Ryzen 5 5600F, Ryzen 5 5500X3D, and other similar chips. The GPU’s percentile is lower at 55%, but its raw performance is clearly sufficient for this game’s specific requirements. The data suggests that the ranking is not just about the GPU’s raw compute but also about how well the CPU can feed it. The high rank reflects the balance of this pairing, and it is a very strong pick for this game.