Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 produces a dataset that clearly separates CPU-bound scenarios from GPU-bound ones in Lockdown Protocol. Across all measured resolutions, the combination delivers playable frame rates, with the most demanding 4K Ultra preset still averaging 86.1 FPS. The data indicates that this pairing is far more capable at 1080p and 1440p, where the high refresh rate potential of the RTX 5090 is partially constrained by the Ryzen 5 5600G's multi-threaded performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination in Lockdown Protocol?

A: This combo ranks 74th out of 1,637 tested combinations in the game’s database, placing it in the top 5% of all tested systems.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 19,983. It is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11600H and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX, while trailing the Intel Core i7-11800H and AMD EPYC 7713P by 0.2%.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest recorded average is 246.4 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest recorded average is 86.1 FPS, observed at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5090’s benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RTX 5090 has an average benchmark score of 84,306. It is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D and 0.2% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile, while being 1.6% behind the NVIDIA CMP 40HX.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 224.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 131.3 FPS, representing a 93.3 FPS difference between the two settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are relevant to how it feeds the RTX 5090 in Lockdown Protocol. Its benchmark scores show a single-thread score of 872 in 3DMark and a multi-thread score of 5,455 in the max-threads test, indicating a moderate single-thread capability that is typical for its generation.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's influence becomes apparent when examining the scaling between resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo reaches 246.4 FPS, but this drops to 209.1 FPS at High settings. This 37.3 FPS gap suggests that at lower resolutions, the Ryzen 5 5600G's processing power is the limiting factor, as the RTX 5090 is capable of far higher frame rates. The 3DMark single-thread score of 872 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,365 highlight that while the CPU is not weak, it lacks the headroom of higher-tier desktop processors to fully unlock the GPU at lower resolutions.

The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates that it performs better than the majority of processors in the database, but its nearest rivals—all within 0.3% of its average score—show that it sits in a tightly contested performance band. The passmark multithread score of 19,717 and the 3DMark 16-thread score of 5,451 further confirm that the 5600G is a capable mid-range chip. In this game, the data shows that the CPU handles the 1440p and 4K workloads adequately, as the FPS drops from 224.6 at 1440p Low to 183.9 at 4K Low, which is a 40.7 FPS reduction that is more attributable to the GPU’s workload than CPU limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of 1,637 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the Ryzen 5 5600G and RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 74. This places it in the upper echelon of tested systems, outperforming the vast majority of other CPU-GPU pairings. The ranking reflects the synergy between the two components, where the RTX 5090’s immense graphical power compensates for the Ryzen 5 5600G’s more modest computational throughput.

The rank of 74 is notable because it shows that even with a mid-range CPU, the RTX 5090 can boost the combo to near-top-tier status. However, the data suggests that the CPU prevents the combo from reaching even higher ranks. Comparing the FPS at 1080p Low (246.4 FPS) to 1080p Ultra (180.9 FPS), the 65.5 FPS difference indicates that the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s demands at lower settings, but the GPU is not fully saturated. At 4K Ultra, the combo still manages 86.1 FPS, which is respectable for a demanding resolution, but the gap between the 5600G and higher-end CPUs likely contributes to the 74th rank rather than a top-10 placement.

The combo’s performance is consistent across resolutions, with the rank reflecting a balanced system rather than one that excels in a single scenario. The data shows that the CPU’s 78th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 94th percentile ranking combine to produce a system that is greater than the sum of its parts in this game, but the CPU remains the bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset averages 246.4 FPS, which is the maximum recorded across all tests. Medium settings reduce this to 221.8 FPS, while High drops to 209.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p still maintains a high 180.9 FPS, showing a 65.5 FPS spread from Low to Ultra. This resolution demonstrates the RTX 5090’s raw power, but the CPU’s limitations are evident in the relatively small FPS gains from lowering settings below High.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down but remains robust. Low settings average 224.6 FPS, Medium averages 200.1 FPS, and High averages 176.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers 131.3 FPS, which is a 93.3 FPS difference from Low. This wider gap compared to 1080p indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a factor, but the CPU still holds the system back from achieving the higher frame rates possible with the RTX 5090.

At 3840x2160, the combo shows its most balanced behavior. Low settings average 183.9 FPS, which is a significant drop from 1440p Low, highlighting the GPU’s increased workload. Medium averages 129 FPS, High averages 115.2 FPS, and Ultra averages 86.1 FPS. The 97.8 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is the largest across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution. The 4K Ultra result of 86.1 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, indicating that the combo can handle the most demanding presets.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this pairing, featuring 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz, and it is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process. With 21,760 shading units and 170 RT cores, the GPU is designed for high-end gaming and compute tasks. Its FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS and a texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s underscore its capability to handle demanding graphical loads.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s role is most apparent at 4K resolution, where the FPS scales significantly with settings. The jump from 86.1 FPS at Ultra to 183.9 FPS at Low shows a 97.8 FPS improvement, demonstrating that the RTX 5090 has ample headroom when graphical demands are reduced. The GPU’s 94th percentile ranking versus all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 84,306 place it among the fastest graphics cards in the database, with its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 D, just 0.1% behind.

The GPU’s 32 GB VRAM is a notable asset for Lockdown Protocol, as it ensures that memory capacity is not a bottleneck at any resolution or setting. The high bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s allows for rapid texture streaming, which contributes to the consistent frame rates observed. The data indicates that the RTX 5090 is not the limiting factor in this combo; rather, it provides a foundation that the CPU cannot fully utilize at lower resolutions, but at 4K, the GPU’s performance is the deciding factor in the final FPS numbers.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset at 209.1 FPS offers a strong balance between visual quality and performance, as the jump to Ultra only provides a marginal visual improvement while reducing FPS by 28.2 FPS. For players seeking maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 246.4 FPS is the best choice, but the Medium preset at 221.8 FPS provides a better visual experience with a minimal FPS penalty.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 176.3 FPS, which is an excellent result for a high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset at 200.1 FPS is also a viable option, offering a 23.8 FPS increase over High with a modest reduction in visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 131.3 FPS is still playable, but the 45 FPS drop from Medium to Ultra may not be worth the graphical gains for most users.

For 3840x2160, the High preset at 115.2 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a smooth experience above 100 FPS while maintaining good visual quality. The Medium preset at 129 FPS is another strong option, delivering a 13.8 FPS boost over High with slightly reduced details. The Ultra preset at 86.1 FPS is playable and suitable for those prioritizing visual fidelity, but it falls below the 100 FPS threshold that many players prefer. The Low preset at 183.9 FPS is best reserved for competitive play where frame rate is paramount, as the visual compromise is significant. Overall, the data suggests that the High or Medium presets at each resolution offer the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo.