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Lockdown Protocol
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Average FPS: resolution vs quality settings
| Ultra | High | Medium | Low | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K Ultra HD | 32 | 43 | 49 | 69 |
| 1440p QHD | 50 | 66 | 76 | 107 |
| 1080p Full HD | 68 | 90 | 103 | 146 |
Cell color: green is 120+ FPS, teal is 60+, amber is 30+, red is below 30. Cards marked Estimated above have no measured row and are scaled from your GPU benchmark percentile.
Performance Analysis: Lockdown Protocol on Your System
Lockdown Protocol, a 2024 FPS title, presents a demanding workload that stresses both the CPU and GPU. This analysis examines the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600, using measured benchmark data to determine playability across resolutions and settings. The data shows that this combination delivers a wide range of performance, from a smooth 146 FPS at 1080p Low to a sub-60 FPS experience at 4K Ultra, making the choice of resolution and preset critical for achieving the 60 FPS playability threshold.
Similar Performance Alternatives
Based on the aggregate benchmark scores, the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus sits in a tight performance band with several server-class processors. The nearest rival is the Intel Xeon 6520P, which has an average score of 93786, a 0% delta from the Core Ultra 7's 93785. This indicates that in general processing workloads, the two are functionally identical. The AMD EPYC 4564P is 1.5% ahead, with an average score of 95183, while the AMD EPYC 9175F and AMD EPYC 4565P are 1.9% and 2.1% ahead, respectively. For gaming, this means any of these CPUs would provide a similar level of processing headroom, with the Core Ultra 7 being the most directly comparable to the Xeon 6520P in raw throughput.
On the graphics side, the AMD Radeon RX 6600's average benchmark score of 19036 places it in close proximity to a set of professional and mobile GPUs. The NVIDIA Quadro K6000 is its exact match with a score of 19030 (0% delta), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile is 0.1% behind with a score of 19049. The NVIDIA Tesla K20m is 0.3% behind, and the NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation is 0.4% ahead. In the context of Lockdown Protocol, these rivals would likely produce similar frame rates, with the RTX 4050 Mobile being the closest consumer-oriented equivalent in terms of raw compute performance.
CPU and GPU Roles
The benchmark data for Lockdown Protocol reveals a system that is heavily dependent on the graphics card, with the CPU providing a robust foundation that rarely becomes the primary constraint. This is evident from the performance scaling across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is significant, with a 146 FPS average on Low versus 68 FPS on Ultra. This 78 FPS drop is a direct result of increased GPU load. The CPU's high single-thread score of 5068 in Passmark ensures it can feed the GPU efficiently at lower resolutions, but the frame rate is still ultimately capped by the GPU's rendering capabilities.
As resolution increases, the CPU's role diminishes further. At 2560x1440, the average FPS for Low settings drops to 107, a 39 FPS decrease from 1080p, and at 3840x2160, it falls to 69. This consistent decline with resolution is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU, with its 24 cores and 24 threads, is far less stressed by the game's logic and physics at higher resolutions, allowing the GPU to become the sole performance limiter. The data indicates that the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is more than sufficient for this game, and the Radeon RX 6600's performance is the defining factor for playability. The 125W TDP of the CPU and its robust multi-threaded benchmark scores (44253 in Cinebench R23) suggest it has ample headroom for any background tasks, but it will not rescue the frame rate from the GPU's limitations at 4K Ultra.
FAQ
Q: Can this PC run Lockdown Protocol at 1080p with the highest settings?
A: Yes. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combination achieves an average of 68 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.
Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?
A: At 2560x1440, High settings are the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 66 FPS. Low and Medium settings also clear this threshold, averaging 107 and 76 FPS respectively.
Q: Is 4K gaming possible with the AMD Radeon RX 6600?
A: Yes, but only at the lowest settings. The data shows that at 3840x2160 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 69 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below the 60 FPS threshold.
Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in overall performance?
A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has an average benchmark score of 93785, which is essentially identical to the Intel Xeon 6520P's score of 93786, a 0% delta. It is slightly behind the AMD EPYC 4564P, which is 1.5% faster.
Q: What is the performance difference between the GPU and its closest rival?
A: The AMD Radeon RX 6600 has an average benchmark score of 19036, which is the same as the NVIDIA Quadro K6000's 19030 (0% delta). It is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile, which scores 19049.
Q: Which component is the primary bottleneck in this system for Lockdown Protocol?
A: The benchmark results indicate the AMD Radeon RX 6600 is the primary bottleneck. The CPU's performance is sufficient, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate drops that correlate with increased GPU load at higher resolutions and settings.
The Verdict
The data confirms that this PC can run Lockdown Protocol, but the experience varies drastically by resolution. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—achieving an average of 60 FPS or more. The highest playable preset at this resolution is Ultra, with an average of 68 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the system remains playable, but the Ultra preset drops to an average of 50 FPS, which is below the threshold. The best playable setting at this resolution is High, averaging 66 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system is only playable on Low settings, which achieves an average of 69 FPS. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets at 4K all fail to reach 60 FPS, with averages of 49, 43, and 32 FPS respectively. For a smooth experience, users should target 2560x1440 High or 1920x1080 Ultra, while 4K gaming is only viable with significant graphical compromises.
Measured FPS Breakdown
The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of performance across all tests. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 146 FPS on Low, 103 FPS on Medium (with minimum and maximum of 88 and 119 FPS), 90 FPS on High, and 68 FPS on Ultra. The 1080p results show a clear scaling curve, with each increase in preset costing a significant number of frames.
At 2560x1440, the averages are 107 FPS on Low, 76 FPS on Medium (with minimum and maximum of 64 and 87 FPS), 66 FPS on High, and 50 FPS on Ultra. The transition from 1080p to 1440p incurs a performance penalty of roughly 30-40% across all presets, highlighting the GPU's workload. At 3840x2160, the averages drop further to 69 FPS on Low, 49 FPS on Medium (with minimum and maximum of 42 and 56 FPS), 43 FPS on High, and 32 FPS on Ultra. The 4K data shows that even the Low preset is only marginally above the 60 FPS threshold, and the higher presets are firmly in unplayable territory.
Best Settings per Resolution
For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is the optimal choice. At 1920x1080, this is the Ultra preset, which achieves an average of 68 FPS. This provides the best visual quality while remaining comfortably above the playability threshold. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best option, with an average of 66 FPS. While Medium and Low also clear the threshold, High offers a superior visual experience without sacrificing smoothness. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option, with an average of 69 FPS. This setting is recommended for 4K displays, as any higher preset will result in an average frame rate below 60 FPS.
How This Combo Ranks
In the database of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 ranks at position 2901 out of 3714 total combinations. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the rankings, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer for this game, it is also far from the bottom. The rank reflects the GPU's mid-range standing, as evidenced by its 63rd percentile ranking among all GPUs, and the CPU's high-end processing power, which is in the 96th percentile. The system's overall position is thus constrained by the graphics card, which limits its ability to run the most demanding settings at higher resolutions. For a smooth 1080p or 1440p experience, this combination is adequate, but for 4K gaming or maximum settings, it will fall short of the 60 FPS target.