Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a solid performance profile for Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS. The data indicates that this combination is capable of handling the game comfortably at standard resolutions, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical demands increase. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, component roles, and optimal settings based strictly on the benchmark data provided.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on aggregate benchmark scores, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 sits in a tightly contested performance band. Its average benchmark score of 46062 places it within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030) and within 0.1% of the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098). The AMD EPYC 4364P (45970) and AMD EPYC 7303 (45960) are also close, trailing by 0.2%. In practical terms for Lockdown Protocol, systems built around any of these CPUs would exhibit nearly identical CPU-bound behavior, meaning the choice between them is unlikely to produce a measurable difference in frame rates.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, with an average benchmark score of 17639, finds its nearest rivals in the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666) and AMD Radeon 780M (17588), which are within 0.2% and 0.3% respectively. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551) and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509) are also close, trailing by 0.5% and 0.7%. The data suggests that a system with the RTX 4060 would provide a gaming experience in Lockdown Protocol nearly identical to one equipped with an AMD Radeon 780M or a Radeon HD 7790, assuming the same CPU. The deltaPct values here are minimal, indicating that these components are effectively interchangeable in terms of raw benchmark performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary performance driver. The average frame rate at Low settings is 189 FPS, which drops to 117 FPS at High and 88 FPS at Ultra. This scaling, a drop of 101 FPS from Low to Ultra, demonstrates that the graphics card is heavily tasked with processing the visual details. The CPU, with its high multi-threaded score of 14769 in Cinebench R23, is sufficient to feed the GPU at this resolution, allowing the graphics card to become the limiting factor.

Moving to 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The average FPS at Low is 138, at High it is 86, and at Ultra it is 64. The performance drop from Low to Ultra is 74 FPS. While the GPU is still the primary constraint, the margin between presets narrows compared to 1080p. This indicates that the CPU is beginning to play a more significant role in maintaining frame rates, as the GPU's workload increases and the time spent on each frame grows.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the unequivocal bottleneck. The average FPS at Low is 89, but this falls to 55 at High and 42 at Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a drastic 47 FPS difference. The CPU's performance is no longer the deciding factor; instead, the RTX 4060's raw rendering power dictates the outcome. The data shows that at 4K, even Low settings (89 FPS) do not reach the high frame rates seen at lower resolutions, confirming that the GPU is saturated and the CPU has performance headroom to spare.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptionally high frame rates. At Low settings, the average FPS is 189. Medium settings yield an average of 134 FPS, with a minimum of 114 and a maximum of 154 FPS. High settings produce an average of 117 FPS. At Ultra, the average remains playable at 88 FPS. All settings at this resolution clear the 60 FPS playable threshold with significant margin.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. The Low preset achieves an average of 138 FPS. Medium settings average 98 FPS, with a minimum of 83 and a maximum of 113 FPS. High settings average 86 FPS. The Ultra preset still delivers a smooth experience, averaging 64 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset maintains an average above the 60 FPS threshold, albeit by a slim margin of 4 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become apparent. The Low preset averages 89 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 63 FPS, with a minimum of 54 and a maximum of 73 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 55 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold. The Ultra preset averages 42 FPS, which is not suitable for smooth gameplay. The data shows that only the Low and Medium presets are viable at 4K for this hardware combination.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with the Ultra preset is 88 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: The Ultra preset is the most demanding that stays above the threshold, with an average of 64 FPS at 2560x1440.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 sufficient for 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Only at lower settings. At 3840x2160, the Medium preset averages 63 FPS, and the Low preset averages 89 FPS. The High preset at 55 FPS and Ultra at 42 FPS do not meet the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 at High settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 117 at 1920x1080 to 55 at 3840x2160, a decrease of 62 FPS.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for the Medium preset across all resolutions?

A: At 1920x1080, the minimum is 114 FPS. At 2560x1440, it is 83 FPS. At 3840x2160, the minimum is 54 FPS.

Q: Does this system ever drop below the 60 FPS playable threshold at 2560x1440?

A: Based on the average FPS data, no. All presets at 2560x1440, including Ultra at 64 FPS, maintain an average above 60 FPS. Minimum FPS data is only provided for the Medium preset, which shows 83 FPS.

The Verdict

The benchmark data confirms that this PC configuration is a capable system for Lockdown Protocol. At 1920x1080, the system excels, with all presets from Low to Ultra clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict for this resolution is fully playable, with the Ultra preset providing a smooth 88 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the system also delivers a fully playable experience across all settings. The Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, which just meets the playable threshold. The High preset offers a more comfortable margin at 86 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system is only partially playable. The verdict lists Low (89 FPS) and Medium (63 FPS) as playable settings. The High preset at 55 FPS and Ultra at 42 FPS do not meet the 60 FPS requirement. For a consistent 60 FPS experience, users should stick to 1440p or lower, or be willing to use Medium settings at 4K.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users seeking the highest visual fidelity while maintaining a playable frame rate, the data points to specific settings for each resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, achieving an average of 88 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 1080p owners. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is again the best option, with an average of 64 FPS. While this is close to the threshold, it still qualifies as playable. At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most demanding that meets the 60 FPS target, averaging 63 FPS. The Low preset provides a higher frame rate at 89 FPS, but for maximum quality within the playable range, Medium is the recommended setting.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this particular pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 2009 out of 3714 total combinations. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the ranking, indicating that while it is capable of running the game, there are many other systems that deliver higher performance. The rank reflects the RTX 4060's mid-range standing, as its 61st percentile vs all GPUs and the CPU's 89th percentile vs all CPUs combine to produce a system that is competent but not top-tier. The data suggests that users with this combo should expect solid performance at 1080p and 1440p, but should temper expectations for 4K gaming.