Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti pairing presents a balanced mid-range foundation for Lockdown Protocol. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 part based on the Cezanne die, runs on the AM4 socket with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. It is built on a 7 nm TSMC process and supports DDR4 memory. For a fast-paced FPS, the single-thread performance is often critical; the Ryzen 5 5500 scores 836 in the 3dmark single-thread test and 2319 in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its multi-threaded capabilities are solid for background tasks, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16429 and a Passmark multithread score of 19330.

The RTX 3060 Ti is an Ampere-architecture GPU with 4864 shading units, 152 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's boost clock is 1665 MHz, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. Its Passmark G3D score is 20349, and it ranks in the 69th percentile against all GPUs. In the context of Lockdown Protocol, the game’s results are heavily influenced by the GPU at higher resolutions, but the CPU must keep up at lower settings. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the average frame rate of 156.9 indicates the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately, while the 4K Ultra result of 36.7 FPS highlights the GPU's limitations under maximum load.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Ryzen 5 5500’s six physical cores and twelve threads are the engine for game logic, physics, and frame pacing. Its 3.60 GHz base and 4.20 GHz boost clocks are modest but sufficient for a 2024 FPS title. The CPU’s percentile rank of 79 against all CPUs indicates it is above average, but its nearest rivals show how tight the competition is. It is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12500, which scores 20897 against the Ryzen’s 20875 average, a delta of -0.1%. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE scores 20900, another -0.1% delta. The AMD EPYC 7J13 is 0.1% ahead, and the Intel Core i5-12600T is 0.2% behind.

In terms of raw work, the CPU’s 3dmark scores scale predictably: 1645 for 2 threads, 3151 for 4 threads, 4593 for 8 threads, and 5411 for max threads. This scaling suggests the processor uses its 12 threads effectively, but the single-thread score of 836 is the more relevant figure for frame generation in a game like Lockdown Protocol. The Cinebench R20 scores—973 single-core and 6900 multi-core—reinforce that this is not a top-tier overclocker’s chip, but it is far from a bottleneck at 1080p. The L3 cache is 16 MB, which is shared across the cores, and the memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s. This bandwidth is adequate for feeding the GPU, but it is not exceptional. The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, which is power-efficient, but the game’s performance at 4K Ultra (36.7 FPS) is clearly not limited by the CPU’s power envelope.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s role shifts with resolution. At 1080p Low, where the GPU has less work, the CPU’s single-thread performance is the limiter; the 156.9 FPS average is strong but not maxed out. At 4K Ultra, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, as the CPU has more idle time waiting for the renderer. The data shows that the 5500 is a capable partner for the 3060 Ti, but it does not leave headroom for future high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming with a more powerful GPU.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the average frame rate for this combo at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS is 101.9. This is a playable figure for most competitive scenarios, though it falls short of high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12500?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500’s average benchmark score is 20875, while the i5-12500 scores 20897. The delta is -0.1%, meaning the Intel chip is marginally faster, but the difference is negligible in real-world terms.

Q: Is the RTX 3060 Ti a better performer than the AMD Radeon RX 6600?

A: The RTX 3060 Ti has an average benchmark score of 25120, while the RX 6600 scores 25235. The delta is -0.5%, indicating the Radeon is slightly ahead in synthetic tests, but the NVIDIA card’s feature set may differ.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain over 60 FPS on High settings?

A: At 1440p High, the average FPS is 69.7, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K High, it drops to 47.5 FPS, so 1440p is the highest resolution for a smooth experience.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread performance score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 scores 2319 points in the Cinebench R23 single-core test. This is a modest score, but it is sufficient for the game’s frame pacing.

Q: Does the GPU support modern APIs like DirectX 12 Ultimate?

A: Yes, the RTX 3060 Ti supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), as well as Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6. This ensures compatibility with the latest rendering features in Lockdown Protocol.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti ranks 1210 out of 1637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the lower-middle tier of the database, meaning there are many faster configurations, but also a substantial number that are slower. The rank is a function of the measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings. The data shows that this combo is not a top-tier performer; it is better suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming than for 4K. The GPU’s percentile rank of 69 against all GPUs indicates it is above average, but the CPU’s rank of 79 is similar. The 1210th rank out of 1637 suggests that while the parts are individually decent, the pairing does not unlock any exceptional synergy.

For context, the combo’s best performance is at 1080p Low, where it hits 156.9 FPS. This is a strong result, but many other combos with faster CPUs or GPUs will exceed it. At 4K Ultra, the 36.7 FPS average is a clear sign that this setup is not designed for maxed-out 4K gaming. The rank reflects this: it is a mid-pack performer that excels in e-sports titles or lower graphical presets, but struggles with high-fidelity, high-resolution workloads. The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU individually show that the components are competitive, but the overall combo rank indicates that Lockdown Protocol is more demanding than average.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo’s capabilities. At 1920x1080, the results are strong across the board. Low settings yield an average of 156.9 FPS, Medium drops to 115.8 FPS, High comes in at 101.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 72.8 FPS. These numbers suggest that 1080p is the sweet spot for this pairing, with even Ultra settings maintaining a playable frame rate. The gap between Low and Ultra is significant—over 84 FPS—indicating that the GPU is heavily utilized at higher presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings average 117.2 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive play. Medium averages 80.8 FPS, High averages 69.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 55.3 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset is borderline for a smooth experience, but High remains comfortable. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 25-30% across settings, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles. Low settings average 74.8 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 52.5 FPS, High to 47.5 FPS, and Ultra to a mere 36.7 FPS. The 4K results clearly show that the RTX 3060 Ti’s 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are not enough to handle max settings at this resolution. The data indicates that 4K is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is below what many players would consider smooth for a fast-paced FPS.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the bottleneck in this system. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 101.9 at 1080p to 69.7 at 1440p—a 32% decrease—and then to 47.5 at 4K—a further 32% decrease. This consistent drop is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. The CPU’s single-thread performance is sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, but as resolution increases, the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth become the limiting factors. The RTX 3060 Ti’s 133.2 GPixel/s pixel rate and 253.1 GTexel/s texture rate are adequate for 1080p but struggle at 4K.

Looking at Low settings, the scaling is even more pronounced. The FPS goes from 156.9 at 1080p to 117.2 at 1440p—a 25% drop—and then to 74.8 at 4K—a 36% drop from 1440p. The larger drop from 1440p to 4K at Low settings suggests that the GPU’s compute units are overwhelmed, even with reduced graphical fidelity. The CPU’s 3.60 GHz base clock is not the issue here; the data shows that the GPU’s 16.20 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is simply not enough for 4K. The VRAM capacity of 8 GB is also a concern, as 4K textures can exceed this limit, causing stutters even if the average FPS is borderline.

The scaling analysis indicates that the system is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p, but the GPU is the clear limiting component at 4K. Upgrading the CPU would yield minimal gains at 4K, as the GPU is already at its performance ceiling. Conversely, upgrading the GPU would provide significant improvements at 4K, but would be wasted at 1080p where the CPU might become the bottleneck.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset at 1440p is the recommended starting point. The measured average of 69.7 FPS is smooth for most players, and the visual fidelity is significantly better than Medium. If a higher frame rate is desired for competitive play, dropping to Medium at 1440p yields 80.8 FPS, which is a 16% improvement. At 1080p, High is the best choice, offering 101.9 FPS with good visuals. Ultra at 1080p is also viable at 72.8 FPS, but the jump from High to Ultra is not worth the 29% frame rate loss for the marginal visual improvement.

For players with a 4K monitor, the data suggests that only Low settings are acceptable, with an average of 74.8 FPS. Medium at 4K drops to 52.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for many players. High and Ultra at 4K are not recommended, as the 47.5 and 36.7 FPS averages will feel sluggish in a fast-paced FPS. The best experience for 4K is to use Low settings or to lower the resolution to 1440p.

The data shows that the Medium preset offers a good middle ground for most scenarios. At 1080p, it provides 115.8 FPS, which is high enough for 100Hz monitors. At 1440p, it is 80.8 FPS, suitable for 75Hz or 144Hz displays with adaptive sync. The Ultra preset is only recommended for 1080p, where the 72.8 FPS average is acceptable. In summary, the ideal settings depend on the user’s resolution and refresh rate, but High at 1440p or Medium at 1080p provide the best balance of smoothness and quality.