Lockdown Protocol

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is a six-core, twelve-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Vermeer) using a 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. For a fast-paced FPS like Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's single-thread performance is critical for maintaining high frame rates, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the bottleneck. The benchmark scores support this: the 3dmark_single_thread score of 882 and the 3dmark_2_threads score of 1737 indicate strong per-core performance. The multi-threaded scores, such as 3dmark_max_threads at 5659 and cinebench_r23_multicore at 18309, show that the six cores can handle background tasks and game logic without becoming a limiting factor.

The 32 MB of shared L3 cache is substantial and helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for game engines that rely on frequent data access. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking among all CPUs positions it as a solid mid-range performer. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the Intel Xeon D-1746TER (deltaPct 0.6) and the AMD EPYC 9554P (deltaPct -0.6), showing that the Ryzen 5 5600 sits within a tight performance cluster. In Lockdown Protocol, the data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 254.5 FPS, which indicates that the CPU can feed frames at a very high rate when graphical load is low. However, as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, and the CPU's role diminishes in terms of frame rate ceiling.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo achieves in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 254.5, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600's single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread performance?

A: The 3dmark_single_thread score is 882, while the 3dmark_max_threads score is 5659. This indicates a roughly 6.4x scaling from one thread to all threads, which is typical for a six-core, twelve-thread processor.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested combinations for this game?

A: The combo ranks 356th out of 1637 tested combinations, placing it in the top 22% of all configurations.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU become the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops to 60.7 on Ultra settings, while at 1080p Ultra it is 130.3. This halving of performance as resolution quadruples indicates the GPU (AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT) is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the GPU's average benchmark score, and how does it rank?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT has an average benchmark score of 38358 and ranks in the 82nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile with a deltaPct of 0.

Q: How much faster is the combo at 1080p Low compared to 4K Ultra?

A: The 1080p Low average FPS is 254.5, while the 4K Ultra average FPS is 60.7. This represents a 4.2x increase in frame rate when moving from the most demanding to the least demanding tested configuration.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of how Lockdown Protocol scales with resolution. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 254.5 FPS on Low, 200.6 FPS on Medium, 172.7 FPS on High, and 130.3 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, these numbers fall to 207.3, 146.9, 129.1, and 95.2 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the averages drop further to 132.6, 91.4, 80.5, and 60.7 FPS.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a performance reduction of approximately 18-27% depending on settings. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steeper, with reductions of 36-38%. This non-linear scaling suggests that the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. The RX 7900 XT has a pixel rate of 459.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 804.4 GTexel/s, which are substantial but finite resources. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate of 60.7 FPS indicates the GPU is heavily loaded, while at 1080p Low, the 254.5 FPS shows the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. The data indicates that for competitive play at high refresh rates, 1080p or 1440p are the viable resolutions, while 4K is best suited for visual fidelity over frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are: Low 254.5, Medium 200.6, High 172.7, and Ultra 130.3. The step from Low to Medium costs 53.9 FPS (21%), while the step from Medium to High costs 27.9 FPS (14%), and from High to Ultra costs 42.4 FPS (25%). This indicates that the Ultra preset introduces a significant additional load compared to High.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low 207.3, Medium 146.9, High 129.1, and Ultra 95.2. The difference between Low and Medium is 60.4 FPS (29%), which is larger than at 1080p. The gap between High and Ultra is 33.9 FPS (26%). At this resolution, the GPU's work increases, and the frame rate ceiling drops accordingly.

At 3840x2160, the averages are: Low 132.6, Medium 91.4, High 80.5, and Ultra 60.7. The Low to Medium drop is 41.2 FPS (31%), while the High to Ultra drop is 19.8 FPS (25%). The 4K Ultra result of 60.7 FPS is the only configuration that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, making it borderline for smooth play. The data shows that each settings tier imposes a consistent relative cost, but the absolute FPS loss grows as resolution increases, confirming the GPU's dominant role at higher pixel counts.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is the primary driver of frame rates in Lockdown Protocol at higher resolutions. It features a Navi 31 chip on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, built on a 5 nm process with 57,700 million transistors. The GPU has 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 320-bit bus, providing 800.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 2394 MHz, with a game clock of 2025 MHz.

The GPU's benchmark results show a passmark_g3d score of 29009 and a geekbench_opencl score of 169834, placing it in the 82nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile with an identical average score (deltaPct 0). The RX 7900 XT's large memory pool and high bandwidth are well-suited for high-resolution textures, which is reflected in the 4K results where it maintains playable frame rates. However, the data shows that at 4K Ultra, the GPU is saturated, producing 60.7 FPS, while at 1080p Low, it can output 254.5 FPS, indicating headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower resolutions. The GPU's FP32 performance of 51.48 TFLOPS provides ample compute for the game's rendering, but the resolution scaling suggests that pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience based on the measured rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 172.7 FPS, which is well above the 144 Hz threshold for most high-refresh monitors, while Ultra drops to 130.3 FPS. The Medium preset at 200.6 FPS offers a significant frame rate boost over High with a visual quality reduction that may be worth it for competitive play. At 2560x1440, the High preset at 129.1 FPS is the best balance for visual fidelity, while Medium at 146.9 FPS is better for players prioritizing frame rate. The Ultra preset at 95.2 FPS is playable but does not fully utilize a 120 Hz or 144 Hz display.

At 3840x2160, the High preset at 80.5 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a smooth experience on 60 Hz displays with room to spare. The Medium preset at 91.4 FPS offers a marginal improvement in frame rate but a noticeable drop in visual quality. The Ultra preset at 60.7 FPS is borderline, as it sits right at the 60 FPS mark and may experience dips below this threshold in intense scenes. For players with high refresh rate 4K displays, the Low preset at 132.6 FPS is the only option that delivers a competitive frame rate, but it sacrifices most visual features. Overall, the data suggests that High settings at 1440p or 1080p provide the most balanced experience, while 4K is best reserved for High settings or lower.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT ranks 356th out of 1637 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 21.8% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the balance between the CPU's solid single-thread performance and the GPU's high-end capabilities. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 82nd percentile ranking are closely aligned, indicating a well-matched pairing without a significant bottleneck on either side.

The combo's performance in the measured data shows that it excels at 1080p and 1440p, where it can maintain high frame rates across all settings. At 4K, it remains playable, but the Ultra preset drops to 60.7 FPS, which is the weakest result in the dataset. The ranking of 356th suggests that there are 355 configurations that achieve higher overall performance, likely featuring more powerful CPUs or GPUs. However, the fact that this combo sits in the top quarter of all tested pairs indicates it is a capable setup for Lockdown Protocol. The data shows that the CPU's 3dmark_max_threads score of 5659 and the GPU's passmark_g3d score of 29009 combine to deliver a strong gaming experience, with the primary limitation being the GPU at 4K Ultra. For players targeting high refresh rates at 1080p or 1440p, this combo is well above average, while for 4K enthusiasts, it offers a solid but not top-tier experience.