Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + AMD Radeon RX 7700

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Lockdown Protocol, with the combo ranking in the 55th percentile of all tested configurations (rank 1275 out of 2828). At 4K Ultra the system falls below 60 FPS, making high-refresh 1440p the practical ceiling for this pairing. The 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 processor with a 3.90 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost clock provides adequate compute throughput, while the Radeon RX 7700's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and RDNA 3.0 architecture handle the game's rendering demands across most settings tiers.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne codename) using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 3.90 GHz and boosts up to 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor includes 16 MB of L3 cache and 512 KB of L2 per core, plus 64 KB of L1 per core. Memory support is DDR4 dual-channel with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and the CPU connects via PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. The integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are present but irrelevant when paired with a discrete GPU.

Benchmark data shows the 5600G scores 10,551 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1,409 in single-core, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 8,428 and single-core of 1,801. Passmark multi-thread score is 19,717, and single-thread is 3,177. The 3DMark 16-thread score is 5,451, while max-thread score is 5,455. These results place the CPU in the 74th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 21,088.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The 5600G's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this FPS title, as evidenced by the measured frame rates. The nearest rivals by average score include the Intel Core i3-1220P (21,066, 0.1% behind), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (21,112, 0.1% ahead), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (21,133, 0.2% ahead), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (21,174, 0.4% ahead). These differences are negligible, meaning the 5600G sits in a tightly packed performance band.

The CPU's single-thread performance (1,409 Cinebench R23 single-core) matters for FPS titles where frame pacing depends on core 0 responsiveness. The 4.40 GHz boost clock helps ensure that the game's main thread doesn't bottleneck the GPU. The 65 W TDP indicates efficient power delivery, but the PCIe Gen 3 interface may slightly limit data transfer to the GPU compared to Gen 4 alternatives — though benchmark results suggest this does not materially affect Lockdown Protocol.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Ryzen 5 5600G + Radeon RX 7700 combination ranks 1275 out of 2828 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 55% of all configurations. This is a mid-pack result, reflecting that while the GPU is capable, the CPU is not a flagship part. The ranking indicates that roughly 1,553 tested combos perform worse, and 1,274 perform better.

To contextualize the GPU side: the Radeon RX 7700 has an average benchmark score of 15,852, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15,862, 0.1% ahead), AMD Radeon RX 9060 (16,014, 1% ahead), AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15,679, 1.1% behind), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (16,129, 1.7% ahead). The RX 7700 is effectively tied with these cards in raw compute, yet in Lockdown Protocol the combo ranking suggests the CPU matters more than raw GPU power alone.

The combo's rank of 1275 means it outperforms the median combo. Given that the CPU sits at the 74th percentile and the GPU at the 58th, the combined result is lower than the CPU percentile but higher than the GPU percentile alone. This suggests Lockdown Protocol is moderately GPU-bound at higher settings, but the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration is not a limiting factor at 1080p Low where the system reaches 200 FPS.

Compared to higher-ranked combos, the bottleneck likely lies in the GPU's raw rasterization throughput rather than the CPU. The RX 7700's 25.18 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 393.4 GTexel/s texture rate are respectable, but the 96 ROPs and 2560 shading units are mid-range figures. The 16 GB VRAM is generous for this game, preventing memory capacity from being a constraint at 4K.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1080p High, the combo averages 124 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops this to 91 FPS, a 26.6% reduction. At 4K High, the frame rate falls to 59 FPS, another 35.2% drop from 1440p. This steep decline as resolution increases indicates the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions — the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames, but the RX 7700's pixel throughput (236.1 GPixel/s) becomes the constraint.

The Low settings tier shows the same pattern with higher absolute numbers: 200 FPS at 1080p, 147 FPS at 1440p (26.5% drop), and 95 FPS at 4K (35.4% drop from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across settings tiers confirm that resolution scaling is purely GPU-bound. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we'd expect smaller percentage drops at lower settings where the CPU has to work harder relative to the GPU.

Medium settings provide the most complete data with min/max values. At 1080p Medium, the average is 142 FPS with a range of 121-163 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 104 FPS with a range of 88-120 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 67 FPS with a range of 57-77 FPS. The min-to-max spread narrows at higher resolutions (42 FPS spread at 1080p, 32 FPS at 1440p, 20 FPS at 4K), suggesting that GPU load becomes more consistent as resolution increases.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 93 FPS at 1080p, 68 FPS at 1440p (26.9% drop), and 44 FPS at 4K (35.3% drop from 1440p). The 4K Ultra result of 44 FPS falls below the playable threshold for competitive FPS, confirming that this combo is not suited for 4K Ultra in Lockdown Protocol. The data strongly indicates that the Radeon RX 7700's compute resources — 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 96 ROPs — are the limiting factor at 4K, while the 5600G's CPU performance is more than adequate across all tested resolutions.

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

At 1920x1080, the Ryzen 5 5600G + RX 7700 combo delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce an average of 200 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in the entire dataset. Medium settings average 142 FPS with a minimum of 121 FPS and maximum of 163 FPS. High settings average 124 FPS. Ultra settings average 93 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 53.5% reduction in frame rate (200 to 93 FPS), illustrating the GPU load increase from reduced shading quality to full effects.

At 2560x1440, performance remains playable across all settings. Low settings average 147 FPS, a 26.5% drop from 1080p Low. Medium settings average 104 FPS with a range of 88-120 FPS. High settings average 91 FPS. Ultra settings average 68 FPS. The 1440p results show that High settings (91 FPS) still clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably, while Ultra (68 FPS) remains above 60 FPS but with less margin. The 1440p Medium result of 104 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS indicates good frame pacing consistency.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles at higher settings. Low settings average 95 FPS, which is still smooth. Medium settings average 67 FPS with a minimum of 57 FPS and maximum of 77 FPS. The 57 FPS minimum is notable — it dips below 60 FPS, meaning there will be occasional stutters on 60 Hz displays. High settings average 59 FPS, just under the 60 FPS target. Ultra settings average 44 FPS, which is not smooth for an FPS title. The 4K data shows that Low and Medium are the only viable settings for this resolution, with Medium being borderline.

The pattern across all resolutions is consistent: Low settings provide roughly 2.1x the frame rate of Ultra settings at each resolution (200 vs 93 at 1080p, 147 vs 68 at 1440p, 95 vs 44 at 4K). This consistent ratio suggests the GPU is uniformly stressed by the settings scaling in Lockdown Protocol.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings (95 FPS average) or Medium settings (67 FPS average with a 57 FPS minimum). High settings average 59 FPS and Ultra averages 44 FPS, both below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: 2560x1440 provides the best balance, with High settings averaging 91 FPS and Ultra averaging 68 FPS. This gives smooth gameplay with high visual quality, whereas 4K requires dropping to Medium or Low settings.

Q: How does the Radeon RX 7700 compare to the RTX 3060 Ti in this game?

A: The RX 7700 has an average benchmark score of 15,852, which is 1.7% behind the RTX 3060 Ti's 16,129. This 1.7% delta places them in the same performance tier, though in-game results depend on the specific CPU pairing.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600G a bottleneck for the RX 7700 in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The data suggests no. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 200 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed frames well beyond typical display refresh rates. The resolution scaling pattern (consistent ~26-35% drops from 1080p to 4K) indicates the GPU is the limiting factor.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with this combo?

A: Low settings average 200 FPS, Medium 142 FPS (121-163 range), High 124 FPS, and Ultra 93 FPS. All settings provide smooth gameplay at 1080p, with even Ultra exceeding 90 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: It ranks 1275 out of 2828 combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the 55th percentile. This is a mid-pack result, reflecting the mid-range nature of both the CPU and GPU.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080, Ultra settings (93 FPS) provide the best experience, as the frame rate remains well above 60 FPS and delivers the highest visual fidelity. Players with 144 Hz displays may prefer High settings (124 FPS) to maximize refresh rate utilization, as the difference between High and Ultra is 31 FPS while the visual impact in an FPS title is often minimal. Low settings (200 FPS) are only recommended for competitive players with 240 Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, High settings (91 FPS) offer the best experience for most users, balancing visual quality with frame rates that exceed 90 FPS. Ultra settings (68 FPS) remain playable but leave less headroom for demanding scenes. Medium settings (104 FPS) are the choice for players prioritizing frame rate smoothness, with a minimum of 88 FPS ensuring no drops below 60 FPS. Low settings (147 FPS) are excessive for 1440p unless using a 165 Hz monitor.

At 3840x2160, Medium settings (67 FPS) are the recommended choice, though the 57 FPS minimum means occasional dips below 60 FPS. Low settings (95 FPS) provide a smoother experience if frame consistency is prioritized over visual quality. High settings (59 FPS) and Ultra (44 FPS) are not recommended for 4K, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold that FPS players typically require.

The best overall experience across all resolutions is 1440p High, which delivers 91 FPS average with no recorded minimum below 60 FPS. This configuration leverages the RX 7700's 16 GB VRAM and 256-bit memory bus (624.1 GB/s bandwidth) without overstressing the GPU's compute units. The 5600G's 12 threads and 4.40 GHz boost clock ensure the CPU side never becomes the limiting factor at this setting. For players who must use 4K, Medium settings at 67 FPS is the only viable path, accepting the 57 FPS minimum as a trade-off for resolution.