Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a demanding FPS, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER demonstrates a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions. The data indicates that this pairing is heavily GPU-limited at 4K, but at 1080p, the CPU's capabilities become a more significant factor, capping the upper frame rate ceiling. This analysis breaks down the measured performance to guide settings and expectations for this specific hardware configuration.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable and steep decline in performance as resolution increases, but the rate of that decline is telling. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 181.8 FPS at 1920x1080 to 131.3 FPS at 2560x1440, a 27.8% reduction. Moving to 3840x2160, the frame rate falls further to 86.1 FPS, another 34.4% drop from the 1440p result. This pattern strongly indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER becomes the limiting component as pixel count rises, with its workload scaling almost linearly with resolution.

The scaling behavior shifts when comparing lower settings. At Low preset, the frame rate at 1080p is 247.3 FPS. At 1440p, it drops to 214.3 FPS, a 13.3% decrease. However, the jump to 4K Low yields 136.4 FPS, which is a 36.4% drop from the 1440p score. This suggests that even at Low settings, the 4K resolution presents a significant challenge to the GPU, though the relative drop is less severe than at High settings due to the reduced shading complexity.

The most important takeaway from resolution scaling is that the Ryzen 5 5600G, despite being a capable 6-core processor, is not the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The 84th percentile GPU score for the RTX 4070 SUPER (percentileVsAllGpus: 84) is being fully utilized. The data shows that for a 4K experience, the user must accept a significant frame rate compromise, as even the Medium preset only achieves 100.6 FPS at 3840x2160. The scaling from 1080p to 4K represents a 52.6% performance loss at High settings, confirming that this combo is best suited for high-refresh 1080p or 1440p gaming rather than 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant performance driver in this configuration, particularly as resolution increases. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for the demands of Lockdown Protocol at 1440p and even 4K, as evidenced by the measured frame rates. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz and its Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process, contribute to its high throughput.

The GPU's benchmark scores reinforce its position. A Passmark G3D score of 29995 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 indicate strong raw performance. The GPU's average benchmark score of 42576 places it just above the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (deltaPct: -0.3) and the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct: -0.2), showing it is a top-tier performer. In Lockdown Protocol specifically, the GPU's role is clear: it is the sole reason the combo can achieve over 60 FPS at 4K Ultra (62.3 FPS) and over 100 FPS at 4K Medium (100.6 FPS).

The data shows that the RTX 4070 SUPER's performance is the deciding factor for the playable settings envelope. While the CPU is sufficient for High settings at 1440p (131.3 FPS), the GPU is the component that enables the jump to Ultra. The GPU's 220 W TDP and 550 W suggested PSU are reasonable for its performance class. The measured results suggest that the GPU's 12 GB VRAM buffer is not a limiting factor in this game, as the frame rates do not show a disproportionate collapse at 4K, which would indicate memory swapping.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 287th out of 1637 combos. This places it in the top 17.5% of all tested systems, a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The rank suggests that while the CPU is not the absolute best, the GPU's power boosts the overall package to a high-performance tier.

The CPU's own standing is modest. The Ryzen 5 5600G has a percentileVsAllCpus of 78 and an average benchmark score of 19983. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11600H (deltaPct: 0.2) and the Intel Core i7-11800H (deltaPct: -0.2), indicating it is statistically tied with those laptop-class processors in synthetic tests. This suggests that while the CPU is competent, it is not a top-tier desktop part, and its performance relative to the GPU is the key factor in the combo's overall rank.

The rank of 287 is likely held back by the CPU's performance in CPU-bound scenarios. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 247.3 FPS, but this is not as high as it could be with a stronger processor. The data suggests that the combo is well-balanced for 1440p and 4K gaming, where the GPU is the bottleneck, but at 1080p, the CPU's limitations prevent the system from fully exploiting the RTX 4070 SUPER's potential. The combo's rank reflects a system that is excellent for high-resolution gaming but not optimized for extreme frame rates at lower resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1440p, the High preset is the best choice, delivering 131.3 FPS. This is a significant jump from the 96.4 FPS at Ultra, and the 34.9 FPS difference is likely worth the visual compromise. The Medium preset at 153.4 FPS is also viable, but High offers a better balance of visual fidelity and performance for most users.

At 1080p, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, achieving 208 FPS. This is a substantial improvement over the 181.8 FPS at High, and it is likely to be indistinguishable from High in fast-paced gameplay. While Low yields 247.3 FPS, the visual quality drop is generally not recommended unless the user has a 240 Hz monitor and prioritizes frame rate above all else. The Ultra preset at 136.1 FPS is not recommended, as the performance cost over High is not justified by the marginal visual gains.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset at 100.6 FPS is the only reasonable option for a smooth experience. The High preset at 86.1 FPS is playable but may not be consistently smooth on all displays. The Ultra preset at 62.3 FPS is borderline playable, but the Low preset at 136.4 FPS is the best choice if maintaining a high frame rate is the priority, even if it means sacrificing visual quality. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is not a realistic target for this combo, and users should stick to Medium or High for a balanced experience.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. The data shows 86.1 FPS at 4K High and 100.6 FPS at 4K Medium. For a solid 60 FPS experience, the High preset is playable, but Medium is the recommended setting for a smoother frame rate.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600G a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: The data suggests it is a minor bottleneck at 1080p. The CPU's average benchmark score of 19983 is close to its rivals, but at 1080p Low, the combo only reaches 247.3 FPS. At higher resolutions, the GPU is the limiting factor, mitigating the CPU bottleneck.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: The High preset delivers 131.3 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. Ultra drops to 96.4 FPS, a 26.6% performance loss for a marginal visual improvement.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to other GPUs in the database?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 42576 and a percentileVsAllGpus of 84. It is slightly outperformed by the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (deltaPct: -0.3) and the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct: -0.2) in synthetic tests.

Q: Is 12 GB of VRAM enough for Lockdown Protocol?

A: The measured data indicates yes. The frame rates at 4K do not show a collapse that would indicate VRAM swapping, suggesting the 12 GB buffer is sufficient for this game's requirements.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking?

A: This specific CPU and GPU combination ranks 287th out of 1637 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 17.5% of systems tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G plays a supporting role in this configuration, providing a solid foundation for the RTX 4070 SUPER. With 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne), it offers a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are adequate for feeding the GPU in most scenarios.

The CPU's synthetic benchmark performance is respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16758 and a single-core score of 2365. Its Passmark multithread score of 19717 and single-thread score of 3177 indicate balanced performance. However, its percentileVsAllCpus of 78 shows it is not a top-tier part, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11800H (deltaPct: -0.2), a mobile processor, underscoring its mid-range desktop positioning.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is most evident at 1080p. The jump from Low (247.3 FPS) to Medium (208 FPS) to High (181.8 FPS) shows a clear scaling pattern. The fact that the combo cannot exceed 247.3 FPS at 1080p Low suggests the CPU is the limiting factor at that point. At 1440p and 4K, the frame rates are lower, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, and the CPU has sufficient headroom. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 7 nm process node make it an efficient choice, but its performance is clearly the secondary consideration in this pairing.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of this combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 247.3 FPS on Low, 208 FPS on Medium, 181.8 FPS on High, and 136.1 FPS on Ultra. This shows a clear 44.9% performance drop from Low to Ultra, with the most significant single-step decline being 45.7 FPS between High and Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are 214.3 FPS on Low, 153.4 FPS on Medium, 131.3 FPS on High, and 96.4 FPS on Ultra. The scaling here is more pronounced, with the Low to Ultra drop being 55%. The gap between Medium and High is 22.1 FPS, which is the smallest step in this resolution, suggesting diminishing returns at higher settings. The jump from High to Ultra is 34.9 FPS, a significant penalty for the extra visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 136.4 FPS on Low, 100.6 FPS on Medium, 86.1 FPS on High, and 62.3 FPS on Ultra. This represents a 54.3% drop from Low to Ultra. The step from Medium to High is 14.5 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 23.8 FPS. The 4K results show that the GPU is heavily taxed, with only the Low preset achieving over 120 FPS. The data confirms that 4K gaming is possible but requires tuning expectations, as the Ultra preset just barely clears 60 FPS. The overall pattern across all resolutions is that the GPU is the dominant factor, with the CPU providing a stable platform that does not significantly hinder performance above 1080p.