Lockdown Protocol

The data for Lockdown Protocol, captured with an Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions and presets. The recorded measurements provide a clear picture of where this combination excels and where it reaches its limits, particularly at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the performance metrics, compares the hardware to similar alternatives, and offers actionable settings guidance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers consistently high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset reaches an average of 186 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. Medium produces an average of 132 FPS, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 152 FPS. High drops to an average of 115 FPS, while Ultra remains well above the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 86 FPS. Even the most demanding preset at this resolution leaves substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but the gap between presets widens. Low averages 136 FPS, while Medium hits 97 FPS with a recorded range of 82 to 111 FPS. High settles at 84 FPS, and Ultra manages an average of 63 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This resolution shows that the RTX 5070 can handle the game at maximum settings, though the margin is narrow.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes considerably. Ultra drops to an average of 41 FPS, which falls well below the playable threshold and indicates that max settings at 4K are not viable. High averages 54 FPS, also below 60 FPS. Medium recovers to an average of 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS, while Low reaches an average of 88 FPS. The 4K results show a steep performance cliff between Medium and High, with a 13.3% drop in average frame rate, and an even larger 33.9% drop from Low to High.

The scaling between resolutions is consistent with expectations. At identical settings, dropping from 4K to 1440p yields significant gains: High improves from 54 to 84 FPS, a 55.6% increase, while Low improves from 88 to 136 FPS, a 54.5% increase. The jump from 1440p to 1080p is smaller but still notable, with High going from 84 to 115 FPS and Low from 136 to 186 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database places the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H at the 84th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34083. Its nearest rivals are remarkably close in aggregate performance. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H scores 33989, a delta of only 0.3%, meaning the two processors are effectively interchangeable for this game. The AMD EPYC 4244P and AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 both score 34220, a -0.4% delta relative to the 165H, while the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X scores 34260, a -0.5% delta. These differences are within measurement noise, so anyone considering a system with one of these CPUs should expect similar frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

The GPU side shows a wider spread among its nearest rivals. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 sits at the 82nd percentile with an average benchmark score of 40377. The AMD Radeon Pro 580 scores 40318, just 0.1% lower, while the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 trails by 0.8% with a score of 40063. On the other side, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 scores 40870, which is 1.2% higher, and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile scores 39568, a 2% deficit. The RTX 5070 holds a slight edge over most of these alternatives, but the performance deltas are small enough that a system with any of these GPUs would produce broadly comparable results in practice.

For a game like Lockdown Protocol, which appears to be more GPU-bound at higher resolutions, the choice of GPU has a larger impact on 4K performance than the CPU. The CPU rivals listed here all fall within a narrow band of aggregate scores, so frame rate differences at any given resolution and preset would likely be minimal.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded FPS data indicates that the RTX 5070 becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. At 1080p, the frame rates are high enough across all presets that CPU limitations could surface, but the measured averages of 186 FPS at Low and 115 FPS at High show no obvious bottleneck. The CPU has a passmark multithread score of 25933 and a single thread score of 3509, which are strong enough to feed the GPU at these frame rates.

The shift becomes clear when comparing scaling across resolutions. At High settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces the average from 115 to 84 FPS, a 26.9% drop. Moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it further to 54 FPS, a 35.7% drop. This progressive decline points to the GPU as the limiting factor, as the CPU workload does not change with resolution. The Ultra preset shows a similar pattern, dropping from 86 to 63 FPS between 1080p and 1440p, then to 41 FPS at 4K.

The CPU and GPU roles also vary by preset. At lower presets, the frame rates are so high that the CPU's single-thread performance becomes more relevant. The Core Ultra 7 165H scores 1759 in Cinebench R23 single core, which places it in a competitive position for gaming workloads. At higher presets, the additional shading and rendering work shifts the balance firmly toward the GPU. The combination works well together, but the data suggests that users targeting 4K should prioritize GPU capability, while those chasing extreme frame rates at 1080p might see more benefit from a stronger CPU.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but only at Medium or Low settings. Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS, while Low averages 88 FPS. High and Ultra fall below the 60 FPS threshold at 54 and 41 FPS respectively.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Ultra is playable at 1440p with an average of 63 FPS. This is the highest preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 compare to its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 40377. The AMD Radeon Pro 580 scores 40318, within 0.1%, and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40063, within 0.8%. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile trails by 2% with a score of 39568.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H a capable gaming CPU for this title?

A: The CPU sits at the 84th percentile with an average benchmark score of 34083. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H, scores 33989, a 0.3% delta, indicating that the 165H provides ample processing power for Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The recorded average is 115 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on standard 60 Hz displays and leaves room for higher refresh rate monitors.

Q: How does this system rank among all tested combinations?

A: This combination ranks 2058 out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the database.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol successfully across most configurations, but the experience depends heavily on the chosen resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra clears the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 86 FPS. This makes 1080p the most flexible resolution, suitable for competitive play at High or Ultra settings.

At 2560x1440, all four presets also remain playable. Ultra averages 63 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold but leaves little margin for demanding scenes. High offers a more comfortable 84 FPS average, making it a safer choice for consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium are playable. Medium averages 62 FPS, just above the threshold, while Low averages 88 FPS. High and Ultra are not viable at this resolution, with averages of 54 and 41 FPS respectively. The verdict is clear: this system handles 1080p and 1440p with ease, but 4K requires reduced settings to maintain a smooth experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 86 FPS. This provides the best visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is also the best choice, averaging 63 FPS. This is the highest preset available at this resolution and it just clears the 60 FPS mark, offering maximum visual fidelity with acceptable performance.

At 3840x2160, Medium is the best option, with an average of 62 FPS. The minimum recorded frame rate is 53 FPS, so there may be occasional dips below the threshold, but the average remains playable. Low is the only alternative that provides higher performance, averaging 88 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 2058 out of 3714 tested combos in the database for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the middle of the field, which aligns with the measured performance data. The system is not at the top of the rankings, but it is far from the bottom, and the FPS measurements show that it can handle the game well at most settings.

The mid-pack ranking makes sense given the hardware involved. The CPU is competitive with its near rivals, and the GPU offers solid performance, but neither component is at the extreme high end of the database. The recorded frame rates reflect this balance, with excellent results at 1080p, good results at 1440p, and limited but usable performance at 4K. For users with this configuration, the practical takeaway is that Lockdown Protocol is very playable at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K demands compromises in visual quality.