Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a demanding FPS title that stresses both processor and graphics hardware, and the pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 produces a distinctive performance profile. The measured data for this combination shows a system where the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU's strong single-threaded capabilities provide a solid foundation for frame pacing at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all tested settings and resolutions, placing the results in context against the hardware's known capabilities and its standing among other tested combinations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo reveals a classic resolution scaling curve, with performance dropping significantly as pixel count increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 131 FPS, which is strong for a fast-paced shooter. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset, the average falls to 96 FPS, a reduction of 35 frames or roughly 27%. At 4K (3840x2160) with Low settings, the average further drops to 62 FPS, which is 53% below the 1080p Low result. This scaling pattern indicates that while the GPU is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions, it begins to hit its limits as the rendering load increases.

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p is more pronounced at higher settings. At High settings, the transition from 1080p (81 FPS) to 1440p (59 FPS) represents a 27% performance loss, while at Ultra settings, the drop from 61 FPS at 1080p to 45 FPS at 1440p is a 26% reduction. The 4K results are telling: at Ultra settings, the system only manages an average of 29 FPS, making that configuration effectively unplayable for competitive play. Even at High settings, 4K yields just 38 FPS average, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay in a fast-paced FPS. The Medium preset at 4K offers 44 FPS average, with measured minimums of 37 FPS and maximums of 50 FPS, showing the variability inherent at this resolution.

What does this scaling say about the limiting component? The GTX 1070, with its 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 256-bit memory bus delivering 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth, appears to be the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. The GPU's 1920 shading units and 64 ROPs are tasked with more pixel work at higher resolutions, and the measured averages reflect this strain. The Ryzen 5 7400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads boosting up to 4.70 GHz, does not appear to be the limiting factor in any configuration, as the frame rate differences between resolutions are consistent with GPU-bound scaling rather than CPU stalls. The data shows that at 1080p, even the most demanding Ultra preset achieves 61 FPS average, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, but the GPU cannot maintain higher frame rates as the resolution climbs.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture with a 5 nm process. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz boosts to 4.70 GHz, and it carries 32 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU scores 21,765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,072 in single-core, with an average benchmark score of 32,750. This places it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating strong overall performance. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (delta of 0.1%), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (delta of 0.2%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (delta of -0.2%), showing it sits in a tightly contested performance band.

For Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is to manage game logic, physics, and draw calls, all of which benefit from strong single-thread performance. The measured 1080p Low average of 131 FPS demonstrates that the CPU can push frame rates well beyond what the GTX 1070 can sustain at higher settings. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3,072 is particularly relevant for an FPS title, where frame time consistency and responsiveness are critical. The 12 threads provide sufficient multi-threaded headroom for background tasks and game engine threads that scale across cores.

The data does not show any configuration where the CPU becomes the clear bottleneck. At 1080p Ultra, the system averages 61 FPS, which is likely GPU-limited given that the GTX 1070's performance percentile is 47th among all GPUs. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar frame rates across different resolutions at the same settings, but the measured results show a consistent downward trend as resolution increases. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking versus the GPU's 47th percentile reinforces the interpretation that the processor has more headroom than the graphics card in this pairing. The Ryzen 5 7400F's memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s (dual-channel DDR5) also supports smooth data flow, though the game's demands do not appear to tax this heavily based on the frame rate patterns.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is a Pascal architecture GPU from the GeForce 10 series, built on a 16 nm process at TSMC. It features 1,920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs, with base and boost clocks of 1506 MHz and 1683 MHz respectively. Its 8 GB of GDDR5 memory operates at 2002 MHz (8 Gbps effective) across a 256-bit bus, providing 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's FP32 performance is 6.463 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 13,498 in Passmark G3D and 44,700 in Geekbench OpenCL, with an average benchmark score of 9,780, placing it in the 47th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD FirePro W5000 (delta of -0.2%), NVIDIA Quadro M2000M (delta of -0.5%), and NVIDIA Tesla M10 (delta of 0.6%).

The GTX 1070's role in Lockdown Protocol is clearly the dominant factor in determining frame rates at higher resolutions and settings. The measured data shows the GPU's limits are reached at 4K, where even Medium settings produce only 44 FPS average. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for the tested presets, but the GPU's raw compute power is insufficient for maintaining high frame rates at 4K. The texture rate of 202.0 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 107.7 GPixel/s are modest by modern standards, and the game's rendering demands at 3840x2160 exceed what this Pascal-based GPU can deliver for smooth gameplay.

At 1440p, the GTX 1070 performs more credibly. High settings yield 59 FPS average, which is playable for most users, while Low settings achieve 96 FPS, offering a competitive option. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces 45 FPS average, which is borderline but workable for single-player or less demanding scenarios. At 1080p, the GPU shows its strength: Low settings hit 131 FPS, Medium reaches 93 FPS, High achieves 81 FPS, and Ultra manages 61 FPS. These numbers indicate that the GTX 1070 is well-suited for 1080p gaming, with enough headroom for high refresh rate displays at lower settings. The GPU's 8 GB memory capacity does not appear to cause issues at any tested resolution, as the frame rate drops are consistent with compute-bound scaling rather than memory capacity limitations.

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 Medium preset offers an excellent balance, delivering 93 FPS average with measured minimums of 79 FPS and maximums of 107 FPS. This provides smooth, responsive gameplay for an FPS title while maintaining visual quality. The High preset at 1080p drops to 81 FPS average, which is still playable, but the 12 FPS difference between Medium and High suggests diminishing returns for the added visual fidelity. For players prioritizing maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p achieves 131 FPS, which is ideal for high refresh rate monitors. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 61 FPS average, which is playable but may feel less fluid in fast-paced encounters.

At 1440p, the Low preset is the recommended choice for competitive play, offering 96 FPS average. Medium at 1440p provides 68 FPS average with minimums of 58 FPS, which is acceptable for most players, but the drop from Low is significant. High at 1440p produces 59 FPS average, which is on the edge of smooth gameplay, while Ultra drops to 45 FPS, making it less suitable for an FPS where reaction time matters. The data suggests that 1440p users should stick with Low or Medium settings to maintain frame rates above 60 FPS.

At 4K, the measured results are less encouraging. Low settings at 3840x2160 achieve 62 FPS average, which is the only preset that approaches playable territory. Medium drops to 44 FPS, High falls to 38 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 29 FPS. For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only viable option, and even then, the 62 FPS average may fluctuate in demanding scenes. This configuration is not recommended for 4K unless the user accepts significant visual compromises. Overall, the best experience per the measured rows is 1080p with Medium settings, as it combines a high average frame rate (93 FPS) with consistent minimums (79 FPS), providing a smooth and visually acceptable experience for a fast-paced FPS.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 131, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: At 3840x2160, the only playable preset is Low, which yields an average of 62 FPS. Medium drops to 44 FPS, High to 38 FPS, and Ultra to 29 FPS, making 4K gaming marginal at best.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T, 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360. It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The GTX 1070 ranks in the 47th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 9,780.

Q: Which settings preset provides the best balance of frame rate and stability at 1080p?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 offers an average of 93 FPS with measured minimums of 79 FPS and maximums of 107 FPS, providing the best combination of smoothness and visual quality.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more in this game?

A: The GPU is the primary limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking versus the GPU's 47th percentile, combined with the frame rate drops as resolution increases, indicates the GTX 1070 cannot keep pace with the Ryzen 5 7400F's capabilities in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) across three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160). At 1080p, the results are as follows: Low averages 131 FPS, Medium averages 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 and maximum of 107, High averages 81 FPS, and Ultra averages 61 FPS. This shows a clear progression where doubling the visual fidelity from Low to Ultra reduces frame rates by more than half, from 131 to 61 FPS.

At 1440p, the measured averages are: Low at 96 FPS, Medium at 68 FPS (minimum 58, maximum 78), High at 59 FPS, and Ultra at 45 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 28 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 9 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 14 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p is the only one that maintains an average above 60 FPS, while Ultra falls below 50 FPS.

At 4K, the results are: Low at 62 FPS, Medium at 44 FPS (minimum 37, maximum 50), High at 38 FPS, and Ultra at 29 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 33 FPS difference, with each step up in settings costing roughly 8-10 FPS on average. The Medium preset at 4K shows significant frame time variance, with a 13 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, indicating the GPU is working near its limits.

Across all configurations, the data shows that the GTX 1070's performance degrades predictably with increasing resolution and settings. The 1080p Medium configuration offers the best combination of frame rate (93 FPS average) and frame time consistency (min 79, max 107), while the 4K Ultra configuration is the worst, with just 29 FPS average. The measured minimums are only available for the Medium preset at each resolution, but those values (79 at 1080p, 58 at 1440p, 37 at 4K) show that even the minimums at 1080p and 1440p remain playable, while 4K minimums drop to 37 FPS, which would cause noticeable stutter in an FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the overall ranking of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 holds position 2,342 out of 2,828 tested combos. This places it in the lower third of all configurations, which is consistent with the GPU's age and performance class. The GTX 1070 is an end-of-life product from 2016, and its 47th percentile GPU ranking reflects its position relative to modern graphics cards. The CPU, however, is a much newer product (released in January 2025) with an 83rd percentile ranking, so the combo's overall rank is dragged down by the GPU.

The rank of 2,342 out of 2,828 means roughly 83% of tested combos perform better in this specific game. This is not surprising given the game's demanding nature and the GTX 1070's limited capabilities at higher resolutions. The combo's performance is best described as adequate for 1080p gaming at medium settings, but it falls short of the top tier for this title. The CPU's strong synthetic benchmark scores (21,765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 3,072 in single-core) suggest that upgrading the GPU would yield significant improvements, as the processor has substantial headroom to feed a more powerful graphics card.

The combo's rank is a reflection of the balance between its components. The Ryzen 5 7400F is a capable modern processor that performs well above the 50th percentile, but the GTX 1070, despite being a legendary card in its time, cannot match the demands of a 2024 FPS title at high settings and resolutions. The measured data shows that this combo is best utilized at 1080p, where it can deliver competitive frame rates, but users seeking higher resolutions or maximum settings would need to consider a GPU upgrade. The 2,342nd rank out of 2,828 combos puts it in the lower quartile, which aligns with the GPU's performance ceiling as demonstrated by the 4K results. For the target audience of 1080p gamers, this combo provides a playable experience, but it does not rank among the top configurations for this game.