Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a fast-paced FPS that asks a lot of both the CPU and GPU, and this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT delivers a broad spectrum of performance depending on how you balance the settings. The measured data shows a system that can push very high frame rates at 1080p and remains highly playable at 4K, but the scaling curve reveals exactly where the bottlenecks lie and what you sacrifice for visual fidelity.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep, but the shape of that curve tells a clear story. At Low settings, the system delivers 258.7 fps at 1080p, which falls to 193 fps at 1440p, and then drops to 125.1 fps at 4K. That is a 51.6% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, which is a substantial hit. However, looking at Ultra settings, the numbers go from 123.7 fps at 1080p to 87.1 fps at 1440p, and then to 56.3 fps at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra is 54.5%, showing that the GPU is the primary scaling factor.

The pattern changes when you look at the gap between resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 135 fps, which is a massive range. At 4K, that same difference shrinks to 68.8 fps. This compression of the settings range at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU is becoming the hard limit. At 1080p, the Ryzen 5 5600X with its 6 cores and 12 threads is keeping up well enough that the GPU’s raw power can be fully utilized, leading to those high frame rates. At 4K, the RX 9070 XT is working much harder per frame, and the CPU is less of a factor.

The data suggests that at 1080p, you are still somewhat CPU-bound at Low and Medium settings, where the frame rates exceed what most displays can show, but the GPU is still the main driver of the differences between presets. At 4K, the resolution is definitively the limiting factor, and the CPU headroom becomes irrelevant. The benchmark results indicate that this combo is well-balanced for 1440p, where the frame rates are high enough for competitive play without being so high that the CPU becomes a concern.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the sweet spot. It delivers 116.7 fps at High settings and 87.1 fps at Ultra, which is a solid balance of visual quality and high refresh rate performance. At 1080p, you get higher numbers, but the jump to 4K costs you over 40% of the frame rate at most settings.

Q: Can this setup handle 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K High settings, it averages 74.7 fps, which is playable. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 56.3 fps. You will need to accept Medium (87.4 fps) or High settings to keep the experience smooth at that resolution.

Q: How does the RX 9070 XT compare to its closest rivals?

A: In the benchmark database, the RX 9070 XT scores 39647 on average. The AMD Radeon Pro 575 scores 39703, which is 0.1% higher, and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile scores 39568, which is 0.2% lower. The RX 9070 XT is essentially in the same performance tier as these cards, with differences of less than 1%.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600X holding back the GPU in this game?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU can push 258.7 fps. At 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to keep the GPU fed at 1440p and 4K, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 193 fps, while the Ultra preset delivers 87.1 fps. That is a difference of 105.9 fps, which is a significant performance swing. The Medium preset sits at 136 fps, and High at 116.7 fps.

Q: What kind of CPU performance does the Ryzen 5 5600X offer?

A: The CPU has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18578 multicore and 2622 singlecore. It ranks in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20680.

How This Combo Ranks

In Lockdown Protocol, this specific combination of the Ryzen 5 5600X and the RX 9070 XT ranks 435th out of 1637 tested combos. That places it in the top 26.6% of all configurations in the database. This is a strong showing, but not a top-tier position, which indicates that while the parts are capable, there are faster combos out there.

The ranking makes sense when you compare the components to their rivals. The GPU is in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 39647. Its nearest rivals are within 0.6% of its score, showing that it is right at the edge of a performance tier. The CPU is in the 78th percentile, with an average score of 20680. Its rivals are within 0.7%, which shows it is also at a performance plateau. When you pair two parts that are at the edge of their respective tiers, you get a combo that is solidly above average but not a standout.

The data shows that this combo is faster than the majority of systems tested, but it is not breaking any records. For a 1440p gaming rig, this is a very capable position. The rank of 435 out of 1637 suggests that you are getting good performance for the overall system capability, but you are not at the very top of the heap where the most expensive CPUs and GPUs reside.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data points to 1440p High settings as the optimal balance. You get 116.7 fps, which is well above the 60 fps threshold and in the range for high refresh rate monitors. This gives you a smooth experience with good visual quality. If you have a 144Hz or higher monitor, you can drop to Medium at 1440p for 136 fps, which will feel noticeably more responsive.

At 1080p, the High preset at 158.7 fps is excellent, but the Medium preset at 186.1 fps is even better for competitive play. The Low preset at 258.7 fps is overkill for most displays, but it shows the system’s headroom. For 4K users, the High preset at 74.7 fps is the best choice, as the Ultra preset at 56.3 fps is a bit too close to the edge for a consistent experience. The Medium preset at 87.4 fps is also a good option if you want a higher frame rate buffer.

The measured rows show a clear pattern: Ultra settings are a heavy tax on the GPU. The jump from High to Ultra at 1440p costs 29.6 fps, which is a 25.4% reduction. At 4K, the same jump costs 18.4 fps, a 24.6% reduction. The visual difference between High and Ultra in a fast-paced FPS is often minimal, so the performance cost is usually not worth it. Stick with High for the best frame rate per visual quality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset averages 258.7 fps, which is extremely high. Medium drops to 186.1 fps, High comes in at 158.7 fps, and Ultra bottoms out at 123.7 fps. All of these are playable, but the range from Low to Ultra is 135 fps, showing that the settings have a massive impact at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong. Low averages 193 fps, Medium drops to 136 fps, High is at 116.7 fps, and Ultra is at 87.1 fps. The drop from Low to Ultra here is 105.9 fps. The High and Medium presets are the most balanced, offering high enough frame rates for smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to strain. Low averages 125.1 fps, which is still very playable. Medium drops to 87.4 fps, High is at 74.7 fps, and Ultra falls to 56.3 fps. The difference between Low and Ultra is 68.8 fps, which is less than at lower resolutions, confirming the GPU is the bottleneck. The Ultra preset at 4K is borderline, but the Medium and High presets are solid choices for a 60 fps target.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In the benchmark database, it ranks in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 20680. It is closely matched with its rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, which is 0.3% slower, and the Intel Core i7-10700, which is also 0.3% slower.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system hits 258.7 fps, which is a very high number. This suggests that the CPU is not holding things back at that level. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 56.3 fps, which is a GPU limit. The CPU’s 32 MB of L3 cache and 12 threads are sufficient to handle the game’s demands at these settings.

The benchmark results indicate that the CPU has a strong single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 2622. This is important for a FPS like Lockdown Protocol, which often relies on a few primary threads. The multicore score of 18578 in Cinebench R23 shows that it can handle background tasks and the game’s multi-threaded aspects well. The CPU is not the star of this combo, but it is a capable partner that does not create a significant bottleneck in most scenarios.