Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 3544 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the combination in the bottom 5% of all tested configurations, indicating that this pairing struggles significantly to deliver competitive performance in this FPS title. The data shows a system that sits at the extreme lower end of the performance spectrum, with the vast majority of other hardware combinations outperforming it.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 3544 out of 3714 is a stark indicator of where this hardware pairing stands relative to the broader testing pool. Only 170 tested combinations performed worse, meaning roughly 95% of all tested systems deliver higher frame rates in Lockdown Protocol. Benchmark results indicate that this is a configuration built for basic playability rather than competitive or high-refresh-rate gaming.

Examining the individual components provides context for this low ranking. The Ryzen 5 5600F achieves an average benchmark score of 36945, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. This suggests the processor itself is reasonably capable for general computing workloads. The Radeon RX 570, however, presents a different picture — its average benchmark score of 28766 places it in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, but its age and architecture limit its gaming performance in modern titles.

The GPU's nearest rivals show a tight cluster around its performance level. The AMD Radeon RX 6800M sits 0.4% higher, while the AMD Radeon R9 M295X is 0.7% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 470 trails by 0.8%, and the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 leads by 1.2%. This grouping indicates that the RX 570 performs essentially on par with its immediate competitors, all of which are older or lower-tier parts.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals demonstrate a similar pattern of closely matched scores. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 matches the 5600F exactly with a 0% delta, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is 0.2% lower, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is 0.4% lower, and the Intel Core i9-12900T is 0.5% lower. These negligible differences confirm that the 5600F performs as expected for its class, making the GPU the clear bottleneck in this pairing.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is built on the Polaris 20 chip using GCN 4.0 architecture on a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries. It carries 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units. The card operates at a base clock of 1168 MHz with a boost clock of 1244 MHz, delivering a pixel rate of 39.81 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 159.2 GTexel/s. Its FP32 throughput measures 5.095 TFLOPS.

Memory configuration is a critical aspect for Lockdown Protocol's performance. The GPU features 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 7 Gbps effective speed. This 4 GB capacity proves limiting at higher resolutions, as the measured frame rates demonstrate significant drops when moving beyond 1080p.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.3, ensuring software compatibility with Lockdown Protocol's rendering requirements. Its 150 W TDP and dual-slot design with a single 6-pin power connector suggest a modest power footprint, with a suggested PSU rating of 450 W. The card measures 241 mm in length and connects via PCIe 3.0 x16.

The RX 570's benchmark scores show a Vulkan score of 42752, an OpenCL score of 32084, a Metal score of 39349, and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 880. These figures indicate that while the card can handle API-level workloads, its raw gaming performance in a demanding FPS like Lockdown Protocol remains constrained by its older architecture and limited memory bandwidth.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 77 FPS on average. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 56 FPS, a decrease of approximately 27%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 36 FPS, representing a further 36% reduction from 1440p and a total drop of about 53% from 1080p.

The scaling trend persists across all settings presets. With High settings, the system delivers 47 FPS at 1080p, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K. Medium settings show 54 FPS at 1080p, 40 FPS at 1440p, and 26 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings produce 36 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and 17 FPS at 4K.

This consistent downward trajectory across every preset indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The 4 GB VRAM capacity becomes increasingly inadequate as resolution rises, causing the frame rate to drop proportionally with the increased pixel count and memory pressure. The pixel rate of 39.81 GPixel/s and memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s are simply insufficient to maintain fluid performance at higher resolutions.

The data suggests that 1080p is the only viable resolution for this combination, and even there, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates at more demanding settings. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 41 FPS (from 77 to 36), demonstrating how heavily the GPU is taxed by increased graphical fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 77 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings deliver 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 63. High settings achieve 47 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 36 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p Low is the only configuration approaching smooth playability in Lockdown Protocol.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance declines noticeably. Low settings average 56 FPS, Medium averages 40 FPS with a minimum of 34 and maximum of 46, High averages 35 FPS, and Ultra falls to 26 FPS. None of these results provide a consistently comfortable gaming experience, as even Low settings drop below 60 FPS thresholds.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. Low settings average 36 FPS, Medium averages 26 FPS with a minimum of 22 and maximum of 30, High averages 22 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 17 FPS. These frame rates are below playable thresholds for a fast-paced FPS, making 4K effectively unusable for this hardware combination.

The Medium settings rows include minimum and maximum FPS values, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range spans from 46 to 63 FPS, a variance of 17 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the range narrows to 34 to 46 FPS, a variance of 12 FPS. At 4K Medium, the range shrinks to 22 to 30 FPS, a variance of 8 FPS. This tightening range at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU is consistently saturated rather than exhibiting intermittent spikes.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The 65 W TDP reflects its efficiency, built on a 7 nm TSMC process with 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die.

The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, and features ECC memory support. The PCIe Gen 4 interface provides 20 lanes from the CPU.

PassMark benchmarks show the 5600F achieving a multithread score of 19236, a single-thread score of 2872, and an average benchmark score of 36945. Its percentile ranking of 85 places it well above average among all CPUs. The processor's performance in specific workloads includes 232836 for data compression, 13839 for data encryption, 16266 for extended instructions, and 59339 for integer math.

For Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads with a 4.00 GHz boost clock should theoretically provide adequate processing power for game logic and physics. However, the measured frame rates show that the GPU becomes the bottleneck before the CPU's capabilities are fully utilized. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 2872 suggests it can handle the game's primary thread requirements, but the RX 570 cannot keep pace with frame generation demands.

The CPU's position in the 85th percentile versus the GPU's 74th percentile highlights the mismatch. The processor is capable of supporting higher frame rates than the GPU can deliver, meaning upgrades to the graphics card would yield immediate performance gains without requiring a CPU change.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data clearly indicates that 1080p Low settings provide the best playable experience for this combination in Lockdown Protocol. The 77 FPS average at this configuration is the only result approaching a smooth 60+ FPS experience, making it the recommended starting point for players seeking responsive gameplay.

For players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1080p Medium offers a reasonable compromise at 54 FPS. The minimum of 46 FPS keeps the experience just above most perceptible stutter thresholds, though it falls short of the smoothness achieved at Low settings. This preset may be acceptable for less competitive play.

The jump to High settings at 1080p reduces performance to 47 FPS, a significant drop from Medium that does not proportionally improve visual fidelity in a way that justifies the loss. Ultra settings at 1080p produce only 36 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable gaming in a fast-paced FPS.

At 1440p, even Low settings only achieve 56 FPS, which may be borderline acceptable for casual play but insufficient for competitive scenarios. The 4K results, ranging from 17 to 36 FPS, are universally below playable thresholds and should be avoided entirely.

The data suggests that players should prioritize resolution over settings. Sticking with 1080p and adjusting quality presets provides the widest range of viable options. The 4 GB VRAM limitation becomes apparent at higher resolutions, making 1080p the only resolution where the card's memory capacity is not a severe constraint.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The measured data shows that 1080p with Low settings delivers the highest average FPS at 77, making it the optimal configuration for smooth gameplay. This is the only tested setting combination that exceeds 60 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: No. At 4K, even Low settings only achieve 36 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 17 FPS. All 4K results fall well below playable thresholds for an FPS title.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945 on average, matching the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 exactly with a 0% delta. It slightly outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D by 0.2%, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 by 0.4%, and the Intel Core i9-12900T by 0.5%.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to its closest competitors?

A: The Radeon RX 570 averages 28766 in benchmarks. The AMD Radeon RX 6800M is 0.4% faster, the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 is 1.2% faster, while the AMD Radeon R9 M295X is 0.7% slower and the AMD Radeon RX 470 is 0.8% slower.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combination?

A: The GPU is clearly the limiting component. The CPU ranks in the 85th percentile while the GPU ranks in the 74th percentile, and frame rates drop consistently with resolution increases, indicating the graphics card cannot keep pace with the processor's capabilities.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 40 FPS at 1440p Medium, with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 46 FPS. This configuration provides playable but not smooth performance for Lockdown Protocol.