Lockdown Protocol

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 sits in a tightly contested performance band. Its average benchmark score of 48,995 places it within 1% of several established desktop and mobile processors. The closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which scores 49,196, a mere 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 trails by 0.5% with a score of 49,228. On the Intel side, the Xeon Gold 5318H is 0.6% slower, while the Core i5-14600K is 0.8% slower. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Lockdown Protocol. The Core Ultra 5 245 ranks in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, so it is not a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios.

The GPU side is a different story. The Intel Arc B390, an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, scores only 1,482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. This places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs, which is extremely low. Its nearest rivals are all legacy NVIDIA parts: the GeForce GT 520MX at 1,463 (1.3% slower), the GeForce 800M at 1,460 (1.5% slower), the GeForce GT 625 OEM at 1,446 (2.5% slower), and the GeForce GT 710 at 1,443 (2.7% slower). These are all entry-level parts from over a decade ago. The Arc B390 is essentially competing with integrated and low-end discrete graphics from previous generations, not modern gaming GPUs. Users coming from a system with a GT 710 would see a modest 2.7% improvement, while those from a GT 520MX would see a 1.3% improvement. This is not a meaningful upgrade path for gamers.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited in Lockdown Protocol. The CPU is a high-end desktop part with 14 cores and a 5.10 GHz boost clock, capable of handling any modern game's logic and physics. The GPU, however, is an integrated part with only 1,536 shading units and a 7.680 TFLOPS FP32 throughput. This imbalance means that resolution and settings scaling directly reflects GPU workload, not CPU capability.

At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is dramatic. Low averages 88 FPS, while Ultra drops to 41 FPS. That is a 53% reduction in frame rate from the highest preset to the lowest. The CPU is not the limiting factor here; the GPU's fill rate and shader throughput are being saturated. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 on Low settings, the average drops from 88 to 65 FPS, a 26% decrease. At 3840x2160 on Low, it falls further to 42 FPS, another 35% drop. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound system, where pixel count directly impacts performance.

The role of the CPU becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings where the GPU has headroom. At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 88 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at this level. However, the GPU cannot sustain high settings at any resolution. At 1080p High, the average is 55 FPS, just below the playable threshold. At 1440p High, it drops to 40 FPS. The data suggests that the CPU would perform adequately in CPU-heavy scenarios, but the integrated GPU prevents the system from reaching high frame rates at any resolution above 1080p Low. For this game, the GPU is the dominant factor in determining playability.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements cover three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160, the system is largely unplayable. The High preset averages 26 FPS, Medium averages 30 FPS with a minimum of 25 and maximum of 34, Low averages 42 FPS, and Ultra averages 19 FPS. None of these approach the 60 FPS threshold. The variance between Medium and High is only 4 FPS, indicating that the GPU is already at its limit.

At 2560x1440, the situation improves marginally. The Low preset averages 65 FPS, which clears the playable threshold. Medium averages 46 FPS with a range of 39 to 53, High averages 40 FPS, and Ultra averages 30 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 19 FPS, showing that the GPU is sensitive to settings changes at this resolution. The minimum FPS at Medium, 39, would cause noticeable stutter in a fast-paced FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance. The Low preset averages 88 FPS, which is comfortable. Medium averages 63 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 72, just above the 60 FPS threshold. High averages 55 FPS, which is below the threshold. Ultra averages 41 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is 8 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is 14 FPS, indicating diminishing returns at the highest settings. The minimum FPS at Medium, 53, is below the playable threshold, so occasional dips may occur.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific CPU and GPU pairing ranks 3302 out of 3714 combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the bottom 11% of all tested systems. The rank reflects the GPU's severe limitation; the CPU alone would rank much higher, but the integrated graphics drag the overall performance down. Out of 3714 combinations, only 412 perform worse. This is not a system that would be recommended for this game based on its overall standing.

The ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. A combo that cannot sustain 60 FPS at 1080p on High settings, and cannot reach 60 FPS at 1440p on anything above Low, is bound to rank poorly. The CPU's 90th percentile standing does not compensate for the GPU's 9th percentile performance. For context, a system with a more balanced configuration, such as a mid-range discrete GPU paired with this CPU, would rank significantly higher. The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor in nearly every scenario.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol? The answer depends on the resolution and settings. At 3840x2160, the system cannot reach 60 FPS on any preset. The best result is 42 FPS on Low, which is well below the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, the system is playable only on Low settings, where it averages 65 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings. Low averages 88 FPS, and Medium averages 63 FPS. High and Ultra are not playable, with averages of 55 and 41 FPS respectively.

The verdict is clear: this system is only suitable for 1080p gaming at low to medium settings, or 1440p gaming at low settings. It cannot handle 4K at any settings. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, an FPS, maintaining a consistent 60 FPS is important. At 1080p Medium, the average is 63 FPS, but the minimum recorded is 53 FPS, which could cause brief stutters. At 1080p Low, the minimum is not recorded, but the average of 88 FPS provides a comfortable margin. At 1440p Low, the average of 65 FPS is above the threshold, but the lack of a minimum recording leaves some uncertainty.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this system in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The best resolution is 1920x1080, where the system achieves 88 FPS on Low and 63 FPS on Medium settings. At 2560x1440, only Low settings are playable with 65 FPS.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS is 42 on Low settings. Medium averages 30 FPS, High averages 26 FPS, and Ultra averages 19 FPS. None reach the 60 FPS threshold.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 scores 48,995 on average. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is 0.4% faster, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 is 0.5% faster, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H is 0.6% slower, and the Intel Core i5-14600K is 0.8% slower.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B390 scores 1,482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX is 1.3% slower, the GeForce 800M is 1.5% slower, the GeForce GT 625 OEM is 2.5% slower, and the GeForce GT 710 is 2.7% slower.

Q: What settings are playable at 2560x1440?

A: Only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 65 FPS. Medium averages 46 FPS, High averages 40 FPS, and Ultra averages 30 FPS, all below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1920x1080 on Ultra settings?

A: The average is 41 FPS, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The system cannot handle Ultra settings at any resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, no preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The best option is Low, which averages 42 FPS, but this is not playable. The database records no playable settings for this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 65 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS, so Low is the only viable choice.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 63 FPS. Low is also playable at 88 FPS, but Medium provides better visual quality while still clearing the threshold. High and Ultra are not playable, with averages of 55 and 41 FPS respectively. For the best visual experience while maintaining playability, 1080p Medium is the recommended configuration.