Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a top-tier performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, securing a combo rank of 537 out of 2828 tested combinations. This places the pairing within the top 19% of all tested systems for this title, a strong showing that reflects a well-balanced configuration capable of handling the game’s demands across a wide range of settings and resolutions. The rank indicates that while there are faster combinations, this setup is positioned well above the median, offering a level of performance that will satisfy most players seeking high frame rates without requiring the absolute pinnacle of hardware. Benchmark results consistently show this combo outperforming the majority of systems tested, making it a reliable choice for those prioritizing smooth gameplay in Lockdown Protocol.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this configuration, equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory configuration is substantial for a modern FPS title, ensuring that high-resolution textures and complex scenes can be stored and accessed quickly without bottlenecking the rendering pipeline. The GPU’s architecture, Ada Lovelace, is built on a 5 nm process and features 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units, providing a robust foundation for rasterization workloads. Clock speeds are set at a base of 1980 MHz with a boost of 2475 MHz, which, combined with the high memory throughput, allows the card to maintain excellent frame pacing in demanding scenarios.

In Lockdown Protocol, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s capabilities are clearly reflected in the measured FPS. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo produces an average of 135 FPS, demonstrating that the GPU can handle maximum detail levels at high frame rates. Moving to 1440p Ultra, the average drops to 99 FPS, still comfortably playable, but the data shows the GPU is working harder to fill the additional pixels. At 4K Ultra, the average falls to 64 FPS, indicating that the most demanding settings at the highest resolution push the GPU to its limits, yet it remains above the threshold for acceptable performance in a fast-paced shooter. The GPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs, based on its average benchmark score of 43223, aligns with these results, showing that this is a high-end part that consistently delivers strong frame rates, but is not the absolute fastest available, as evidenced by its nearest rivals including the RTX 4090 Mobile which scores slightly higher.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, highlighting the growing burden on the GPU. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 220 FPS, which is likely near the limits of what the CPU can feed the GPU in less demanding scenes. When moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 199 FPS, a decrease of approximately 9.5%, showing that the GPU is still not the primary constraint at lower settings. However, at 4K Low, the average falls to 137 FPS, a substantial 31% reduction from the 1080p figure, demonstrating that even at Low settings, the RTX 4070 SUPER begins to feel the pressure of rendering four times the pixels.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced at higher settings, where the GPU is more heavily utilized. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the average is 135 FPS; at 1440p Ultra, it drops to 99 FPS (a 26.7% decrease); and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 64 FPS (a 52.6% decrease from 1080p). This pattern is classic evidence of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, as the CPU’s role diminishes and the rendering workload becomes the limiting factor. The data suggests that for players targeting the highest refresh rates, 1080p is the sweet spot, while 1440p offers a good balance of visual quality and performance. At 4K, the combo is still capable, but the frame rates indicate that users may need to adjust settings to maintain high refresh rates, as the Ultra preset at this resolution produces an average that is only marginally above the 60 FPS threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

Detailed FPS measurements across all tested resolutions and settings provide a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance envelope. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system is clearly CPU-limited at lower settings, with Low producing an average of 220 FPS, Medium at 194 FPS (with a minimum of 165 and maximum of 223), High at 180 FPS, and Ultra at 135 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 85 FPS, indicating that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution, and the CPU is able to keep up with even the highest frame rates requested.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take a more dominant role. Low settings yield an average of 199 FPS, which is still very high, but the drop from 1080p Low is noticeable. Medium averages 151 FPS (min 128, max 173), High averages 132 FPS, and Ultra drops to 99 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 100 FPS, showing that the GPU is now the primary limiter as resolution increases, with each setting step producing a more pronounced impact on performance. The minimum FPS recorded for Medium (128 FPS) indicates that the combo maintains smooth frame pacing even during intense scenes.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is firmly the bottleneck. Low settings produce an average of 137 FPS, which is still very playable, but the jump to Medium reduces the average to 97 FPS (min 83, max 112). High settings yield 85 FPS, and Ultra drops to 64 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a drop of 73 FPS, illustrating the heavy load placed on the RTX 4070 SUPER. The minimum FPS of 83 at 4K Medium is notable, suggesting that even in the most demanding moments, the system stays above 80 FPS at that setting, which is a strong result for a 4K experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players using a 1080p display with a 144Hz or higher refresh rate monitor, the High preset at 180 FPS is the best choice, as it provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium (194 FPS) while still maintaining frame rates well above the refresh threshold. The Ultra preset at 135 FPS is also viable for those with 120Hz displays, but the 45 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the visual gains for competitive play.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 151 FPS offers the best balance, as it delivers a high frame rate that is suitable for fast-paced FPS gameplay while still providing good visual fidelity. High settings at 132 FPS are also excellent, but the data shows that Ultra at 99 FPS is a more significant compromise, making it less ideal for players who prioritize smoothness. For 4K users, the Low preset at 137 FPS is the only setting that provides a truly high-refresh experience, while Medium at 97 FPS is the recommended choice for those who want a better visual experience and can accept a frame rate closer to 100 FPS. Ultra at 4K (64 FPS) is playable but not recommended for competitive play, as the lower frame rate may impact responsiveness.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank of the Ryzen 5 5600F and RTX 4070 SUPER in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combination ranks 537th out of 2828 tested combos, placing it in the top 19% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4070 SUPER have, and does it affect 4K performance?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 64, indicating that the memory capacity is sufficient, but the GPU’s compute power is the limiting factor at that resolution.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between 1080p and 4K at High settings?

A: At 1080p High, the average FPS is 180, while at 4K High it drops to 85. This represents a 52.8% decrease in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest tested resolution.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest frame rate at 1440p?

A: The Low preset at 1440p produces the highest average FPS of 199, followed by Medium at 151, High at 132, and Ultra at 99.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p with Low settings?

A: At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 220, which is very high. The data suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at this setting, as the GPU has enough headroom to render frames faster if the CPU could provide them.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for 4K Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS for 4K Medium is 83, with an average of 97 and a maximum of 112, indicating good frame pacing even in demanding scenes.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F serves as the central processing unit for this combo, and its specifications play a crucial role in determining the system’s overall performance, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is not fully saturated. This CPU is part of the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Vermeer) using a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The 32 MB of shared L3 cache is a key asset for gaming workloads, as it helps reduce memory latency and improve data throughput for frequently accessed game assets.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s impact is most evident at 1080p, where the GPU has significant headroom. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 220 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s limit for this title. As resolution increases, the CPU’s influence diminishes, and the GPU becomes the bottleneck, as evidenced by the larger FPS drops at 1440p and 4K. The CPU’s multi-threaded performance, with a Passmark multithread score of 19236, is sufficient to feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the single-thread score of 2872 indicates that the CPU’s per-core performance is adequate rather than exceptional, which is typical for a 6-core part in this class.

The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36945, puts it in a competitive position relative to its peers. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (with a delta of 0%), the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (delta -0.2%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (delta -0.4%), showing that the 5600F is very close in overall performance to these parts. In Lockdown Protocol, this means the CPU is not a weak link, but it does set a ceiling on maximum achievable FPS in less demanding settings, as seen with the 220 FPS cap at 1080p Low. For most players, this CPU provides more than enough performance to avoid being a bottleneck at higher resolutions and more demanding settings.