Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 2600 + Intel Arc B570

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Lockdown Protocol, with the combo ranking 2264th out of 2828 tested configurations. The data shows a system that handles 1080p comfortably, manages 1440p adequately, but struggles at 4K where the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. This is a pairing that rewards users who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, and the measured results indicate that settings choices matter more than resolution for achieving smooth gameplay.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and tells a clear story about where the bottleneck lives. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 136 FPS at 1920x1080 to 100 FPS at 2560x1440, then down to 64 FPS at 3840x2160. That is a 53% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, which is a substantial hit that points squarely at the GPU struggling to fill those extra pixels.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but with lower starting points: 84 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 40 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 26% from 1080p to 1440p and 35% from 1440p to 4K. Medium settings show 96 FPS at 1080p, 71 FPS at 1440p, and 46 FPS at 4K, while Ultra settings drop from 63 FPS at 1080p to 46 FPS at 1440p and 30 FPS at 4K.

The pattern across all settings presets is consistent: the gap between 1080p and 1440p is moderate, but the jump from 1440p to 4K is punishing. This indicates that the Intel Arc B570, with its 10 GB of GDDR6 memory and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth, has enough throughput for 1080p and even 1440p gaming, but the 4K resolution demands more pixel-pushing power than this GPU can deliver. The CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions; the frame rate drops are too steep to be explained by the Ryzen 5 2600's 6 cores and 12 threads.

At 1080p, the system shows strong performance, with even Ultra settings hitting 63 FPS average. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. But as resolution climbs, the GPU's workload increases disproportionately, and the Arc B570's 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute becomes the ceiling. The measured data at 4K Ultra — 30 FPS average — is borderline unplayable for a fast-paced FPS, and even 4K High at 40 FPS will feel sluggish during intense firefights.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K smoothly?

A: No, not at playable frame rates for a competitive FPS. The best 4K result is 64 FPS at Low settings, but High settings drop to 40 FPS and Ultra falls to 30 FPS. For a smooth 4K experience, you would need to significantly lower settings or reduce the resolution.

Q: What is the best resolution for this pairing?

A: 1920x1080 is clearly the sweet spot. At 1080p, Low settings hit 136 FPS, Medium reaches 96 FPS, High achieves 84 FPS, and even Ultra stays above 60 FPS at 63 FPS. This resolution allows the system to maintain high frame rates across all settings presets.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: The drop varies by settings preset. At Low, the fall is from 136 FPS to 100 FPS (a 26% loss). At Medium, it goes from 96 FPS to 71 FPS (26% loss). At High, it drops from 84 FPS to 62 FPS (26% loss). At Ultra, the decline is from 63 FPS to 46 FPS (27% loss). The consistent ~26% reduction indicates a GPU-bound scenario at these resolutions.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 2600 holding back the Intel Arc B570?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate scaling from 1440p to 4K shows steep drops (e.g., 62 to 40 FPS at High), which is characteristic of GPU limitation. However, at 1080p Low, the 136 FPS result suggests the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, though the Ryzen 5 2600's single-thread performance of 2239 on PassMark may cap frame rates in CPU-heavy scenes.

Q: What is the difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS and maximum of 81 FPS. High averages 62 FPS with no min/max recorded. The 9 FPS gap between presets is meaningful for smoothness, and the Medium preset's 60 FPS minimum ensures a more consistent experience.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2264th out of 2828 tested combinations, placing it in the lower half of the database. This reflects the aging CPU (released in 2018) paired with a mid-range GPU, but the measured results show it can still deliver playable performance at 1080p and 1440p in Lockdown Protocol.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 2000 series, based on the Zen+ architecture built on a 12 nm process. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 3.90 GHz are modest by modern standards, and the PassMark single-thread score of 2239 places it well behind contemporary CPUs. In Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title that typically benefits from strong single-core performance, this CPU's age shows at lower resolutions.

At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 136 FPS, which suggests the CPU can still drive high frame rates when the GPU is not overloaded. However, the 75th percentile ranking among all CPUs (avg benchmark score of 21484) indicates this processor is not a top performer. The data shows that at 1080p Ultra, the frame rate drops to 63 FPS, but this is more likely GPU-limited than CPU-limited given the settings increase.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (0.2% faster), Intel Core i9-11900H (0.5% faster), and Intel Xeon D-1746TER (0.7% slower). These deltas are tiny, meaning the Ryzen 5 2600 performs in line with its expected tier. The AMD EPYC 9454 is 1.2% faster, but that is a server chip with vastly different characteristics.

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, the Ryzen 5 2600's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (46.9 GB/s bandwidth) are adequate for feeding the GPU at 1080p. The 12 threads help with background tasks and game engine overhead, but the CPU's age is most evident when trying to maintain high frame rates in CPU-intensive scenarios. The measured 136 FPS at 1080p Low is respectable, but newer CPUs would likely push higher.

The PCIe Gen 3 interface with 16 lanes is another consideration. The Intel Arc B570 uses PCIe 4.0 x8, and running it on a Gen 3 platform may introduce minor bandwidth limitations, though the measured results suggest this does not cripple performance. Overall, the CPU's role in this pairing is to provide sufficient throughput without becoming the primary limiting factor at 1440p and 4K, which the data confirms.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2264th out of 2828 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the bottom 20% of all configurations. This low ranking is primarily due to the CPU's age, as the GPU is more competitive in its own tier. The Intel Arc B570 holds a 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556, while the CPU sits at the 75th percentile with an average score of 21484.

When looking at the GPU's nearest rivals, the Arc B570 is virtually tied with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (0.1% slower), Intel Arc A750 (0.1% faster), and NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (0.4% slower). The AMD Radeon R9 M390X is 0.5% faster. This tells us the GPU is a solid mid-range performer, but the combo ranking suggests the CPU drags the overall system down.

The rank of 2264 out of 2828 means there are 564 tested combos that perform worse, but also a large number that perform significantly better. For context, the combo's 1080p High result of 84 FPS is playable, but many other pairings likely exceed 144 FPS for competitive play. The data indicates that this is a 60-100 FPS system at 1080p depending on settings, which is adequate for casual play but not for high-refresh-rate monitors.

The gap between the CPU and GPU performance tiers is notable. The Ryzen 5 2600 was a mid-range CPU at its 2018 launch, while the Arc B570 is a 2025 release. This generational mismatch means the CPU is more likely to bottleneck at lower resolutions, but the measured results show that at 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. For users considering this combo, the ranking suggests it is a balanced pairing for 1080p gaming but not for pushing high resolutions or maximizing frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on your target resolution. At 1920x1080, Low settings deliver 136 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play where high frame rates matter most. Medium settings at 96 FPS offer a good balance of visual quality and performance, with a minimum of 82 FPS ensuring smooth gameplay. High settings at 84 FPS are also viable, and even Ultra at 63 FPS remains above the 60 FPS threshold for most players.

For 2560x1440, Low settings at 100 FPS provide the smoothest experience, but Medium at 71 FPS with a 60 FPS minimum is the recommended choice for those who want better visuals without sacrificing playability. High settings at 62 FPS are borderline, and Ultra at 46 FPS should be avoided if you want consistent performance. The 1440p Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot for this resolution, offering a minimum of 60 FPS that holds up during intense gameplay.

At 3840x2160, none of the settings presets deliver ideal results. Low at 64 FPS is the only playable option, while Medium at 46 FPS, High at 40 FPS, and Ultra at 30 FPS all fall below acceptable levels for a fast-paced FPS. If you must play at 4K, Low settings are the only recommendation, but the visual compromise may not be worth it compared to dropping to 1440p Medium.

The data suggests that Medium settings at 1080p or 1440p provide the best overall experience. At 1080p Medium, you get 96 FPS average with 82 FPS minimum, which provides headroom for frame drops during chaotic scenes. At 1440p Medium, the 71 FPS average with 60 FPS minimum is still smooth, and the visual upgrade from 1080p is noticeable. For players with 144 Hz monitors, 1080p Low at 136 FPS is the only preset that approaches that refresh rate, but the visual quality trade-off is significant.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers the following average frame rates: Low settings hit 136 FPS, Medium achieves 96 FPS (with a minimum of 82 FPS and maximum of 111 FPS), High reaches 84 FPS, and Ultra manages 63 FPS. This resolution shows the full range of the system's capabilities, from high-refresh-rate competitive play at Low to barely-playable Ultra at 63 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop noticeably: Low averages 100 FPS, Medium averages 71 FPS (with a minimum of 60 FPS and maximum of 81 FPS), High averages 62 FPS, and Ultra averages 46 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p is notable for its 60 FPS minimum, which ensures a consistent experience even during demanding scenes. The 100 FPS at Low settings makes 1440p a viable option for players who prioritize frame rate over visuals.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles across the board: Low averages 64 FPS, Medium averages 46 FPS (with a minimum of 39 FPS and maximum of 52 FPS), High averages 40 FPS, and Ultra averages 30 FPS. The 4K Medium result shows a concerning 39 FPS minimum, which would cause noticeable stuttering in an FPS title. The only playable 4K option is Low at 64 FPS, but even that is borderline for competitive play.

The Medium settings presets are the only ones with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the 82-111 FPS range shows relatively tight frame pacing. At 1440p Medium, the 60-81 FPS range indicates more variance but remains playable. At 4K Medium, the 39-52 FPS range confirms that this resolution is too demanding for the hardware. The lack of min/max data for Low, High, and Ultra presets means we cannot assess frame pacing for those settings, but the averages provide a clear picture of overall performance.

The scaling from Medium to High settings is consistent across resolutions: at 1080p, the drop is from 96 to 84 FPS (12.5% loss); at 1440p, it goes from 71 to 62 FPS (12.7% loss); at 4K, it falls from 46 to 40 FPS (13% loss). This uniform percentage suggests that High settings add a consistent GPU workload regardless of resolution. The jump from High to Ultra is larger: at 1080p, 84 to 63 FPS (25% loss); at 1440p, 62 to 46 FPS (25.8% loss); at 4K, 40 to 30 FPS (25% loss). Ultra settings clearly demand significantly more from the GPU, making them unsuitable for anything but 1080p gaming.