Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol places this AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti pairing in the 497th position out of 1,637 tested combinations. That rank places the combo in the upper third of all systems measured, indicating a configuration that can handle the game's demands without being at the very top of the leaderboard. The data shows a system balanced around a strong GPU, with the CPU providing adequate support at most settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 2 architecture, running on the AM4 socket. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, and it uses a 32 MB shared L3 cache. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title, the single-thread performance is often the primary driver of frame pacing. The CPU’s single-thread benchmark score in Cinebench R23 is 2,124, which is a modest figure by current standards.

Benchmark results indicate the processor performs close to its direct rivals. The data shows a 3DMark single-thread score of 696, and the average benchmark score of 18,129 places it nearly even with the Intel Core i5-11400, which scores 18,150 with a deltaPct of -0.1. This means the Ryzen 5 3600 is effectively tied with that Intel chip in overall CPU throughput. The percentile rank of 76 versus all CPUs suggests it sits above the majority of processors, but it is not a top-tier part.

In the context of the measured FPS results, the CPU's role becomes clear when looking at the scaling between resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system produces 198.9 FPS, which is the highest average in the dataset. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data to reach near 200 FPS in this scenario. However, the data also shows that the CPU's limitations may surface at lower resolutions where the GPU is less burdened. The difference between Low and High settings at 1080p is 40.1 FPS (198.9 to 158.8), which indicates some scaling from the CPU. The processor’s 12 threads are fully utilized in multithreaded workloads, as evidenced by a PassMark multithread score of 17,700, but the game seems to respond well to the available cores.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 912.4 GB/s. The GPU’s boost clock is 1665 MHz, and it houses 10,240 shading units. The memory clock is listed at 1188 MHz, translating to 19 Gbps effective. This memory configuration is crucial for Lockdown Protocol, as it allows the card to handle high-resolution textures without becoming a bottleneck.

The GPU’s benchmark scores show it is a capable performer. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5,077, and the PassMark G3D score is 26,896. Its percentile rank of 83 versus all GPUs places it in the top quarter of graphics cards. When compared to its nearest rivals, the data shows the RTX 3080 Ti is slightly behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which has an average score of 41,441 against the 3080 Ti's 41,224, a deltaPct of -0.5. It is also behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 and the RTX 5070 by small margins. This tells us the card is essentially on par with those models in raw compute terms.

In the game, the GPU’s influence is most visible at 4K resolution. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system drops to 55.3 FPS, which is the lowest average recorded. This shows the GPU is heavily loaded at this resolution. Moving to High settings at 4K increases the average to 78.2 FPS. The card’s 12 GB of VRAM appears sufficient for the measured settings, as there are no signs of severe stutter or frame drops in the average data. The GPU is clearly the primary driver of performance, as the FPS scales more with resolution changes than with CPU-bound settings.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings across different resolutions. The goal is to maintain a smooth experience without sacrificing too much visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the High preset delivers 78.2 FPS, which is a solid playable frame rate for a fast-paced FPS. The Medium preset yields 88.6 FPS, offering a slight performance boost with presumably minor visual changes. The Ultra preset is not recommended at this resolution, as it drops to 55.3 FPS, which may feel less responsive. The Low preset at 126 FPS is the best option for competitive play, but it sacrifices the visual fidelity that the GPU can otherwise provide.

At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 121.2 FPS, which offers an excellent balance of quality and speed. The Medium preset provides 137.9 FPS, and the Low preset reaches 178.8 FPS. The Ultra preset at 90.8 FPS is still playable, but the data suggests that High is the sweet spot for this resolution, as it stays comfortably above the 120 FPS mark.

At 1920x1080, the High preset hits 158.8 FPS, which is excellent for most monitors. The Medium preset is close behind at 179.2 FPS, and the Low preset peaks at 198.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 123.5 FPS is the least appealing option at this resolution, as it is slower than High while likely offering marginal visual gains. For the best experience, the data suggests using High settings at 1080p to balance frame rate and image quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 497 out of 1,637 tested combinations places this system in the 70th percentile of all tested hardware pairings. This is a strong showing, but the data reveals that the configuration is not optimized for maximum performance. The CPU’s average benchmark score is nearly identical to its rivals, indicating that it is not a bottleneck in most scenarios. The GPU, however, is a high-end part that drives most of the performance.

The ranking suggests that this combo outperforms the majority of systems, but it is not in the top tier. The gap between this system and the top-ranked combos is likely due to the CPU, as newer processors offer higher single-thread performance, which can help in FPS titles. The data shows the CPU’s single-thread score is lower than what a top-tier gaming CPU would provide, but it is sufficient to maintain high frame rates in this game. The overall ranking is a reflection of the balance between the two components, with the GPU carrying more weight in determining the final position.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 198.9 at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of overall score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18,129, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-11400's score of 18,150, showing a deltaPct of -0.1.

Q: Is the GPU capable of running the game at 4K with High settings?

A: Yes, the data shows an average FPS of 78.2 at 3840x2160 resolution with High settings, which is a playable frame rate.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 178.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 90.8 FPS, a difference of 88 FPS.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile rank among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti has a percentile rank of 83 versus all GPUs, indicating it performs better than 83% of graphics cards.

Q: Which settings preset at 1080p provides the best balance of performance and quality?

A: The High preset at 1920x1080 provides 158.8 FPS, which is a high frame rate with better visual quality than Low or Medium settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 3840x2160, the system produces an average of 126 FPS on Low settings. Moving to Medium gives 88.6 FPS. High settings yield 78.2 FPS. Ultra settings drop the average to 55.3 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 70.7 FPS reduction, showing the GPU’s load increases significantly with higher visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 178.8 FPS. Medium settings deliver 137.9 FPS. High settings provide 121.2 FPS. Ultra settings result in 90.8 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 88 FPS, which is the largest gap in the dataset.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset reaches 198.9 FPS, the highest average in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce 179.2 FPS. High settings yield 158.8 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 123.5 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is 75.4 FPS, which is a significant range that allows users to prioritize frame rate or visual quality. The data shows that the system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, and remains capable at 1440p and 4K depending on the settings chosen.