Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a strictly entry-level experience in Lockdown Protocol, landing near the very bottom of the database. With a combo rank of 2611 out of 2828 tested configurations, this pairing places the system in the 8th percentile of all tested combos, indicating that while the game is playable at lower resolutions and settings, it struggles significantly under higher graphical loads. The data reveals a system where the integrated-class GPU is the overwhelming bottleneck, while the six-core CPU provides adequate, if not spectacular, logical processing power.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep and consistent decline as resolution increases, which is the classic signature of a GPU-bound system. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 80 FPS, a playable figure. However, this number drops by 27.5% to 58 FPS at 1440p, and then by another 34.5% to 38 FPS at 4K. This scaling pattern indicates that the rendering pipeline is saturated well before the CPU can become a limiting factor.

The transition from Medium to High settings further illustrates this point. At 1080p, the average FPS falls from 57 on Medium to 49 on High, a 14% reduction. At 1440p, the same setting change results in a drop from 42 FPS to 36 FPS, a similar 14.3% decline. However, the most dramatic collapse occurs at 4K, where the average FPS plummets from 27 on Medium to 23 on High. This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so overwhelmed that even modest increases in visual fidelity cause disproportionate performance losses.

The Ultra preset presents a particularly challenging scenario. At 1080p Ultra, the system manages 37 FPS, which dips to 27 FPS at 1440p and finally to a nearly unplayable 18 FPS at 4K. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is a stark 20 FPS, representing a 52.6% performance reduction. This data strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B370, with its 25 W TDP and 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, is the primary constraint; the scaling behavior shows no signs of CPU limitation, as the frame rate drops proportionally with pixel count rather than plateauing.

Interestingly, the 1080p Low result of 80 FPS is the only data point that approaches a high-refresh-rate experience. Every other configuration falls below 60 FPS, with the majority of settings at 1440p and all settings at 4K resulting in averages below 42 FPS. The data suggests that users seeking smooth gameplay must stick to 1080p and be willing to compromise on visual quality, as the gap between Low and Medium at 1080p is 23 FPS (80 vs 57), a massive 28.75% difference that dwarfs the scaling seen at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running on the AM4 socket. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide a solid foundation for gaming, and its benchmark scores reflect a mid-range performer. The CPU achieves a passmark multithread score of 19717 and a single-thread score of 3177, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. This indicates that the processor is more than capable of handling the logical demands of Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title that typically relies on single-core performance for game logic and physics.

The nearest rivals for this CPU, based on average benchmark scores, are the Intel Core i3-1220P (0.1% faster), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (0.1% slower), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (0.2% slower), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (0.4% slower). This grouping shows that the 5600G sits in a tightly contested performance bracket, with all four rivals within a 0.5% performance delta. For Lockdown Protocol, this suggests that the CPU is not a differentiator; any of these processors would yield nearly identical frame rates when paired with the same GPU.

The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide adequate bandwidth for feeding the GPU, but the data shows that this is not a deciding factor. In the 3dmark tests, the CPU scores 5451 with 16 threads and 872 with a single thread, reinforcing its balanced multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities. However, the FPS results in Lockdown Protocol do not change in a way that correlates with CPU load. For instance, the 1440p Medium result of 42 FPS is exactly 50% higher than the 4K Medium result of 27 FPS, a purely resolution-driven change that would not occur if the CPU were the limiting component.

The conclusion from the data is that the Ryzen 5 5600G is effectively "resting" in this configuration. Its 12 threads and 4.4 GHz boost clock are sufficient to keep up with the Arc B370's output at all tested settings. The evidence for this is that the frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K is perfectly linear with pixel count, which is the expected behavior for a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS at lower resolutions, which is not present in the measured data. The CPU's 74th percentile ranking means it is a competent performer, but its role here is purely supportive, ensuring that the GPU is never starved of draw calls.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the clear performance limiter in this pairing. This integrated GPU, based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and built on a 3 nm process, has a 25 W TDP and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. Its compute capabilities include 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs, resulting in a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS, which places it in the entry-level segment, as evidenced by its 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs.

The benchmark data for the GPU is sparse, with only a single 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. This score places it in close competition with the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (0.2% slower), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (0.5% slower), AMD Radeon HD 7650M (0.7% slower), and AMD FirePro M2000 (1.4% faster). These rivals are all over a decade old, which contextualizes the Arc B370's performance level as being equivalent to legacy discrete GPUs from the early 2010s. The GPU's memory is system shared, meaning its bandwidth is system dependent, which further hampers its ability to handle high-resolution textures.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU's limitations are stark. At 1080p Low, the 80 FPS average is the only playable result, but this drops to 57 FPS at Medium and 49 FPS at High. The step to 1440p Low yields 58 FPS, which is barely above the 1080p Medium result, showing that the GPU struggles to maintain performance as both resolution and settings increase. The 4K results are uniformly poor, with the best case being 38 FPS at Low and the worst being 18 FPS at Ultra. The GPU's 20 ROPs are likely the bottleneck for pixel fill rate, as the pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is insufficient for 4K rendering at high settings.

The data indicates that the Arc B370 is not a gaming GPU for modern titles at high resolutions. Its 6.144 TFLOPS of compute is simply too low for the demands of Lockdown Protocol at 1440p and above. The 1080p Low result of 80 FPS shows that the GPU can handle light loads, but any increase in graphical fidelity causes a disproportionate drop in performance. The 5th percentile GPU ranking means that 95% of all GPUs in the database would perform better, confirming that this integrated solution is severely underpowered for the task.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 5 5600G and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2611th out of 2828 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the pairing in the bottom 7.7% of all configurations, a position that reflects the GPU's weak performance rather than any fault of the CPU. The rank is a composite measure that accounts for both components' contributions, and the data shows that the CPU's 74th percentile ranking is dragged down significantly by the GPU's 5th percentile ranking.

This combo rank means that the vast majority of other tested systems will outperform this pairing in Lockdown Protocol. The 217 combos that rank lower than this one are likely to feature even older or more integrated graphics solutions. For context, the CPU's nearest rivals all have average benchmark scores within 0.4% of the 5600G, but they would likely achieve a similar combo rank if paired with the same GPU, as the GPU is the dominant factor in determining gaming performance.

The practical implication of this rank is that users should have very low expectations for high-fidelity gaming. The combo is suitable for esports titles at 1080p with low settings, but it is not designed for AAA gaming or high refresh rate monitors. The 18 FPS at 4K Ultra is a clear indicator that this system is not meant for 4K gaming, and even 1440p Medium at 42 FPS is a marginal experience. The rank of 2611 serves as a warning to potential buyers that this is a budget-oriented, entry-level configuration.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings for this combo in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The data shows that 1080p Low yields the highest average FPS at 80, making it the only configuration that approaches a smooth gaming experience. At 1080p Medium, the average drops to 57 FPS, which is still playable but requires compromise. All 1440p and 4K settings result in averages below 58 FPS, with 4K Ultra dropping to 18 FPS.

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

A: The GPU is the clear limiting factor. The Intel Arc B370 ranks in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 5600G ranks in the 74th percentile of CPUs. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is proportional to pixel count, which indicates a GPU bottleneck. The CPU's benchmark scores suggest it has ample headroom for this game.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12. This is 0.2% slower than the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, 0.5% slower than the ATI Radeon HD 5770, 0.7% slower than the AMD Radeon HD 7650M, and 1.4% faster than the AMD FirePro M2000. These rivals are all legacy GPUs, indicating the Arc B370's performance level is equivalent to that of GPUs from over a decade ago.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking in the database?

A: The combo ranks 2611th out of 2828 tested configurations, placing it in the bottom 7.7% of all combos. This low rank is primarily due to the GPU's weak performance, as the CPU is a mid-range performer in the 74th percentile.

Q: Can this system handle 1440p gaming?

A: At 1440p, the highest average FPS is 58 on Low settings, which drops to 42 on Medium and 36 on High. The 1440p Ultra setting averages only 27 FPS. These results are generally below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay, so 1440p gaming is not recommended for this combo.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The measured data includes minimum and maximum FPS values only for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the range is 48 to 65 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the range is 35 to 48 FPS. At 4K Medium, the range is 23 to 31 FPS. No min/max data is available for Low, High, or Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table presents the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings combination tested. The data is directly from the benchmark results and shows a clear performance hierarchy.

1920x1080:

• Low: 80 FPS average
• Medium: 57 FPS average (min 48, max 65)
• High: 49 FPS average
• Ultra: 37 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 58 FPS average
• Medium: 42 FPS average (min 35, max 48)
• High: 36 FPS average
• Ultra: 27 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 38 FPS average
• Medium: 27 FPS average (min 23, max 31)
• High: 23 FPS average
• Ultra: 18 FPS average

The 1080p Low result of 80 FPS is the standout figure, representing a fully playable experience. The 1440p Low result of 58 FPS is borderline, while all other configurations fall below the 60 FPS threshold. The 4K results are uniformly poor, with even the Low setting averaging only 38 FPS. The Medium settings at all resolutions show a consistent pattern where the minimum FPS is about 20% lower than the average, indicating some frame time variance. The data confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming with reduced settings, as higher resolutions and settings result in a significant degradation of performance.