Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is a desktop combination that delivers playable frame rates across all tested settings in Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title released in March 2024. The data shows this combo ranks 1324th out of 3714 tested combinations in this game, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 part with a 3.90 GHz base clock and 4.40 GHz boost, while the GPU is an Ampere-architecture card with 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus. Benchmark results indicate that the system handles 1080p and 1440p with ease, while 4K requires careful settings selection to maintain smooth performance.

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 with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and boosts up to 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 16 MB L3 cache. Memory support is DDR4 over a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. For a game like Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's thread count and clock speeds are sufficient to keep up with the GPU at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest, though at 1080p Low the system reaches 225 FPS, suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck at that setting.

In CPU benchmark scores, the 5600G achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551 and single-core score of 1409. Its Geekbench multicore score is 8428 with a single-core score of 1801. The PassMark multithread score is 19717, while the single-thread score is 3177. These numbers place the CPU at the 74th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21088. The nearest rivals are the Intel Core i3-1220P (avg score 21066, 0.1% ahead), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (avg score 21112, 0.1% behind), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (avg score 21133, 0.2% behind), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (avg score 21174, 0.4% behind). This indicates the 5600G is essentially tied with these chips in overall CPU performance.

The relationship between CPU performance and game results becomes clear when examining resolution scaling. At 1080p Low, the system hits 225 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate across all configurations. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 49 FPS. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads handle the game's FPS workload without showing signs of limitation at any resolution, as frame rate drops are consistent with GPU load increases. The chip's 3DMark scores — 872 single-thread, 3258 for 4 threads, 4694 for 8 threads, and 5455 for max threads — show a scaling pattern that suggests the game can use multiple threads but does not require extreme core counts to maintain performance.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture using Samsung's 8 nm process, with the GA104 chip containing 17,400 million transistors on a 392 mm² die. The card has a base clock of 1575 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz, with memory running at 1188 MHz (19 Gbps effective). It features 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU includes 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, 96 ROPs, 48 RT cores, and 192 tensor cores. Its compute capabilities include 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 performance, with a pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s.

In GPU benchmark results, the RTX 3070 Ti scores 23356 in PassMark G3D and 11601 in PassMark GPU compute. Its Geekbench OpenCL score is 119718 and Vulkan score is 139541. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test yields 3478. These scores place the GPU at the 75th percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29945. The nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (avg score 29928, 0.1% ahead), AMD Radeon RX 6800 (avg score 30095, 0.5% behind), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (avg score 29783, 0.5% ahead), and AMD Radeon RX 6700 (avg score 30433, 1.6% behind).

The GPU's role in Lockdown Protocol is clearly dominant at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the system produces 49 FPS, which is the lowest measured average. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game's settings at the tested resolutions, as no memory-related stutters are indicated in the data. The card's memory bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s provides ample throughput for the high-resolution textures and effects that Lockdown Protocol likely uses at Ultra settings. The GPU's 290 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate it is a high-power card, and the suggested 600 W PSU requirement is worth noting for system builders.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600G compare to its closest CPU rivals?

A: The 5600G has an average benchmark score of 21088, placing it at the 74th percentile. It is within 0.4% of all its nearest rivals — the Intel Core i3-1220P (21066, 0.1% ahead), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (21112, 0.1% behind), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (21133, 0.2% behind), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (21174, 0.4% behind). This means the 5600G is statistically tied with these processors in overall performance.

Q: What is the best frame rate this combo achieves in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 225 at 1080p with Low settings. The next best is 165 FPS at 1440p Low, followed by 160 FPS at 1080p Medium. The lowest average is 49 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti compare to the Radeon RX 6800?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has an average GPU benchmark score of 29945, while the RX 6800 scores 30095, making the AMD card 0.5% faster. The RTX 3070 Ti also trails the RTX 5070 Mobile by 0.1% (29928 vs 29945) and beats the RTX 2080 Ti by 0.5% (29783).

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM on the RTX 3070 Ti sufficient for Lockdown Protocol?

A: The measured data shows playable frame rates at all settings and resolutions, including 4K Ultra at 49 FPS and 4K High at 66 FPS. There are no indications of VRAM-related performance issues in the benchmark results.

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

A: The combo ranks 1324th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the 64th percentile of tested systems for Lockdown Protocol.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance affect the game?

A: The CPU's single-thread score of 1409 in Cinebench R23 and 872 in 3DMark single-thread suggest it is adequate for the game's primary thread, as evidenced by the system reaching 225 FPS at 1080p Low without apparent CPU limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 1324th out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the 64th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the combinations in the database for this specific game. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU's mid-range performance (74th percentile overall) and the GPU's upper-mid-range performance (75th percentile overall).

The rank of 1324 out of 3714 suggests that while this combo is not at the top tier, it is solidly above average for Lockdown Protocol. The system's performance is likely constrained more by the GPU at higher resolutions, given that the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration can produce 225 FPS at 1080p Low, which is well beyond typical display refresh rates. The GPU's 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs aligns with the combo's overall position in the game's ranking, indicating that the GPU is the more significant performance determinant for this title.

When considering the combo's position, it is important to note that the ranking includes systems with both more and less powerful components. The 1324th rank out of 3714 means there are 2390 tested combos that perform worse and 1323 that perform better in this game. This places the system in a comfortable middle-upper position, suitable for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and smooth 1440p gameplay, with 4K possible at reduced settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the system achieves 160 FPS at Medium settings, 139 FPS at High, and 105 FPS at Ultra. The jump from Medium to High costs 21 FPS, while High to Ultra costs 34 FPS. For competitive play at 1080p, Medium settings provide the best balance, offering 160 FPS which exceeds most high-refresh monitors' capabilities. Low settings at 225 FPS provide a marginal benefit for esports scenarios but sacrifice visual quality significantly.

At 1440p, the system delivers 117 FPS at Medium, 102 FPS at High, and 77 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot for 1440p gaming, providing a smooth experience above 100 FPS while maintaining reasonable visual fidelity. High settings at 102 FPS are also viable for gamers who prefer better visuals and have a 100 Hz or lower refresh rate display. Ultra at 77 FPS is playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced FPS action.

For 4K resolution, the system achieves 76 FPS at Medium, 66 FPS at High, and 49 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset is the recommended choice for 4K, as it maintains an average above 60 FPS with a minimum of 64 FPS, providing a consistently smooth experience. High settings at 66 FPS are acceptable but show more frame rate variability, while Ultra drops below 50 FPS, which is not ideal for a competitive FPS title. Low settings at 4K yield 106 FPS but sacrifice too much visual quality for the resolution's benefit.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates reveal a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1080p, the system produces 225 FPS at Low, 160 FPS at Medium (with min 136 and max 184), 139 FPS at High, and 105 FPS at Ultra. The Medium setting shows a frame time consistency that is typical for the game, with a 48 FPS spread between minimum and maximum. This indicates that the game is well-optimized for the hardware at this resolution.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates decrease proportionally: 165 FPS at Low, 117 FPS at Medium (min 99, max 135), 102 FPS at High, and 77 FPS at Ultra. The Medium setting at 1440p shows a 36 FPS spread, which is tighter than at 1080p, suggesting that the GPU is becoming more consistently loaded. The 1440p results show a 26.7% reduction from 1080p at Low settings, and a 26.9% reduction at Medium settings, indicating a consistent resolution scaling factor.

At 4K, the system delivers 106 FPS at Low, 76 FPS at Medium (min 64, max 87), 66 FPS at High, and 49 FPS at Ultra. The 4K Medium setting has a 23 FPS spread, which is the narrowest among all Medium presets, indicating that the GPU is heavily loaded and frame times are more uniform. The 4K results show a significant drop from 1440p: 35.8% at Low, 35.0% at Medium, 35.3% at High, and 36.4% at Ultra. This consistent reduction across all settings suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K follows a predictable pattern for GPU-bound scenarios. At Low settings, the system achieves 225 FPS at 1080p, 165 FPS at 1440p (a 26.7% drop), and 106 FPS at 4K (a 52.9% drop from 1080p). This scaling indicates that the GPU is handling the increased pixel count efficiently, with the 4K result being approximately 47% of the 1080p performance.

At Medium settings, the frame rates are 160 FPS at 1080p, 117 FPS at 1440p (26.9% drop), and 76 FPS at 4K (52.5% drop from 1080p). The similarity in percentage drops between Low and Medium settings (52.9% vs 52.5%) suggests that the game's rendering pipeline scales consistently with resolution regardless of quality preset. At High settings, the system produces 139 FPS at 1080p, 102 FPS at 1440p (26.6% drop), and 66 FPS at 4K (52.5% drop from 1080p), maintaining the same scaling pattern.

Ultra settings show a slightly different scaling: 105 FPS at 1080p, 77 FPS at 1440p (26.7% drop), and 49 FPS at 4K (53.3% drop from 1080p). The consistent ~27% drop between 1080p and 1440p, and ~53% drop between 1080p and 4K across all settings, strongly indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions and settings. The CPU's performance is sufficient to maintain frame rates up to 225 FPS at 1080p Low, and the resolution scaling pattern shows no signs of CPU bottlenecking at any configuration. This analysis suggests that users seeking higher 4K performance would benefit most from a GPU upgrade, while the CPU has headroom to support faster graphics cards in this game.