Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers exceptional performance in Lockdown Protocol, clearing the 60 FPS threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. This pairing is particularly strong at 1440p and 1080p, where even the most demanding Ultra settings produce frame rates well above 100 FPS. The data indicates that at 4K, the system remains fully playable across all settings, though the gap between Low and Ultra presets shows the GPU is the primary scaling factor at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4080 demonstrates strong 4K capability with average frame rates ranging from 73 FPS at Ultra to 157 FPS at Low. The High preset averages 98 FPS, while Medium delivers 112 FPS with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS. The Ultra preset’s 73 FPS average is the only figure that approaches the 60 FPS playable threshold, but it still maintains a comfortable 13 FPS margin. The jump from Ultra to High represents a 25 FPS increase, and the progression from High to Medium adds another 14 FPS, showing that each step down in quality yields meaningful performance gains at 4K.

Moving to 2560x1440, the system shows significant headroom. Low settings produce an average of 244 FPS, which is the highest result at this resolution. Medium settings average 173 FPS with a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 199 FPS, while High settings reach 151 FPS on average. Even Ultra settings at 1440p maintain a 113 FPS average, which is more than 1.8 times the playable threshold. The scaling from 4K to 1440p is substantial: Ultra improves from 73 FPS to 113 FPS, a 55% gain, and High improves from 98 FPS to 151 FPS, a 54% increase.

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers extremely high frame rates that will satisfy high-refresh-rate displays. Low settings achieve a remarkable 333 FPS average, while Medium averages 236 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 272 FPS. High settings still produce 206 FPS on average, and Ultra settings remain very strong at 155 FPS. The delta between 1440p and 1080p is notable: Ultra improves from 113 FPS to 155 FPS (37% faster), and Low improves from 244 FPS to 333 FPS (36% faster). These figures suggest that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound at lower presets, with the CPU providing enough throughput to support extremely high frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU benchmarks place the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 in close competition with several other processors. Its average benchmark score of 48995 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which scores 49196, a difference of -0.4%. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, putting it 0.5% ahead, while the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698, which is 0.6% behind. The Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618, trailing the Ultra 5 245 by 0.8%. These rivals would deliver virtually indistinguishable CPU-bound performance in Lockdown Protocol, with differences well within measurement noise. The Core Ultra 5 245’s 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms that it sits near the top of the desktop processor hierarchy.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080’s average benchmark score of 54247 places it directly alongside the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, putting it 1.1% ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, which is 2.6% higher. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, leading by 2.7%. These deltas are small enough that in Lockdown Protocol, the RTX 4080 SUPER would produce nearly identical frame rates, while the AMD alternatives might offer slightly better performance in synthetic benchmarks but would likely match or closely trail in real gaming workloads. The RTX 4080’s 86th percentile among all GPUs indicates it is a high-end part, though not at the very top of the stack.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in bottleneck behavior depending on resolution and preset. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant factor. This is evident from the scaling pattern: dropping from Ultra to Low at 4K produces a 115% increase in average FPS (from 73 to 157). This magnitude of change is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario, where reducing graphical load directly translates to higher frame rates. The CPU’s role at 4K is to feed the GPU sufficiently, and the Core Ultra 5 245’s 14 cores and 24 MB of shared L3 cache are more than adequate for this task.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly toward the CPU, but the GPU still carries most of the load. The performance gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 131 FPS (from 244 to 113), which is a 116% improvement when lowering settings. This is similar to the 4K scaling, suggesting the GPU remains the primary constraint. However, the absolute frame rates are high enough that the CPU’s single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4648, becomes more relevant for maintaining high average FPS values.

At 1920x1080, the CPU’s importance grows further. The scaling from Ultra to Low at 1080p is 178 FPS (from 155 to 333), a 115% gain, but the absolute numbers are so high that CPU limitations could emerge at the lowest presets. The fact that Low settings at 1080p reach 333 FPS, which approaches the refresh rate limits of many monitors, indicates that the Core Ultra 5 245’s multi-threaded performance, demonstrated by its PassMark multithread score of 38706, is sufficient to avoid creating a CPU bottleneck even at these elevated frame rates. Across all resolutions, the RTX 4080 remains the primary performance driver, but the CPU’s contribution becomes more visible as resolution decreases.

The Verdict

This system can run Lockdown Protocol with high confidence at all tested configurations. At 3840x2160, the verdict classifies all four settings (High, Low, Medium, and Ultra) as playable, with Ultra achieving a 73 FPS average. This means 4K gaming is viable even at maximum quality, though players seeking higher frame rates for competitive play might prefer High (98 FPS) or Medium (112 FPS). The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that drops below 90 FPS, but it remains comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, all settings are playable, and the best settings are Ultra with a 113 FPS average. This resolution offers an optimal balance between visual fidelity and performance, with even the most demanding preset delivering frame rates that suit fast-paced FPS gameplay. The 147 FPS minimum at Medium settings ensures smooth frame pacing, and the 199 FPS maximum at the same preset shows there is ample headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 1920x1080, the system excels. Ultra settings average 155 FPS, and the best settings are Ultra with that same 155 FPS average. Low settings reach 333 FPS, which is suitable for esports-level refresh rates. Every preset at 1080p exceeds 150 FPS, confirming that this combination is overkill for standard 60 Hz displays and well-suited for 144 Hz or 240 Hz panels. The verdict is unambiguous: the system clears 60 FPS in every scenario tested, with the weakest result being 73 FPS at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

Among 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 205th. This places it in the top 5.5% of all tested configurations, which is a strong result given the large number of possible CPU and GPU pairings. The rank reflects the balanced nature of this combo: the RTX 4080 provides top-tier graphics performance, while the Core Ultra 5 245 offers enough processing power to avoid bottlenecking at most resolutions. The 205th rank out of 3714 means there are 204 combinations that deliver higher frame rates, likely featuring more powerful GPUs such as the RTX 4090 or newer flagship parts. However, for the vast majority of tested combos (3509 of them), this system would outperform them in Lockdown Protocol. The high rank is consistent with the measured FPS data showing 4K Ultra at 73 FPS, which is a demanding scenario for any hardware.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 73 FPS, which exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict lists Ultra as the best settings at 4K with a 73 FPS average.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with high settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the average FPS is 151. The Medium preset averages 173 FPS with a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 199 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the GPU still dominates, but the CPU becomes more relevant. Low settings reach 333 FPS, which is the highest result across all resolutions and presets, indicating both components are working effectively to eliminate bottlenecks.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to the RTX 4080 SUPER in this context?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209, a 0.1% difference. In Lockdown Protocol, this means nearly identical performance would be expected.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded in the test data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 73 at 4K Ultra settings. The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 95 at 4K Medium settings, which still provides a smooth experience.

Q: Does the system support high refresh rates at 1080p?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080, the High preset averages 206 FPS, and Low settings reach 333 FPS. Even Ultra settings maintain a 155 FPS average, making this combo suitable for 144 Hz or faster displays.