Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 produces a high-refresh-rate experience across all resolutions in Lockdown Protocol, with the data showing a clear transition from CPU-bound behavior at 1080p to GPU-bound behavior at 4K. The measured frame rates place this combination at rank 274 out of 3,714 tested combos, indicating top-tier performance for this FPS title.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS progression from 1080p to 4K reveals how the workload shifts between components as pixel count increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo delivers 301 FPS average, which drops to 244 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 157 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 47.8% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, showing that even at the lowest quality preset, the resolution scaling has a substantial impact.

For High settings, the pattern continues: 206 FPS at 1080p, 151 FPS at 1440p, and 98 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 26.7%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 35.1%. This increasing percentage drop as resolution rises indicates the GPU becomes progressively more dominant as the rendering load grows.

The Medium preset shows similar scaling characteristics, with 236 FPS at 1080p, 173 FPS at 1440p, and 112 FPS at 4K. The 1080p-to-1440p reduction is 26.7%, matching the High preset's scaling closely. At Ultra settings, the numbers are 155 FPS at 1080p, 113 FPS at 1440p, and 73 FPS at 4K, with the 4K figure representing a 52.9% drop from the 1080p result.

The scaling pattern across all four presets suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is the limiting factor, as the large FPS headroom at Low settings (301 FPS) indicates the RTX 4080 has significant unused capacity. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, with even the fastest preset (Low at 157 FPS) showing a considerable reduction from lower resolutions. The data indicates that 1440p represents a balanced point where both components contribute meaningfully to the final frame rate.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration proves sufficient for Lockdown Protocol at all tested settings, with no indication of VRAM limitations affecting performance. The GPU's 9,728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output processors work together to deliver the measured frame rates.

The boost clock of 2505 MHz, combined with the base clock of 2205 MHz, allows the GPU to maintain high utilization across the resolution range. The RTX 4080's 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is evident in the 4K results, where the GPU becomes the dominant factor. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the 73 FPS average shows the GPU handling the full visual load, while at 1080p Low, the 301 FPS result suggests the GPU is not fully utilized.

The GPU's performance relative to its peers shows an average benchmark score of 54,247, placing it at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54,209, a delta of 0.1%, indicating near-identical performance. This closeness in synthetic benchmarks translates to the measured results in Lockdown Protocol, where the GPU delivers consistent frame rates across all presets.

The 16 GB VRAM capacity is particularly relevant for 4K gaming, as higher resolutions typically demand more memory. The data shows no frame rate anomalies that would suggest memory capacity or bandwidth constraints, even at Ultra settings with the highest resolution tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F contributes 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This 65 W TDP processor uses the AM5 socket and supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration, offering 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The 32 MB shared L3 cache provides ample capacity for game data.

At 1080p, the CPU's role becomes more apparent. The 301 FPS average at Low settings, 236 FPS at Medium, and 206 FPS at High show the CPU driving high frame rates. The 5.00 GHz boost clock enables the processor to keep up with the GPU's output at lower resolutions, though the scaling from Low to Ultra (301 to 155 FPS at 1080p) shows that both components respond to settings changes.

The CPU's benchmark results support its gaming performance. The 3DMark single-thread score of 974 and multi-thread score of 6,379 indicate strong per-core performance, which is crucial for FPS titles. Cinebench R23 scores of 3,218 single-core and 22,799 multi-core further confirm the processor's capabilities. The Geekbench scores of 2,374 single-core and 12,362 multi-core align with these results.

The Ryzen 5 7500F's nearest CPU rivals show very tight competition. The Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24,935 average, just 0.1% below the Ryzen 5 7500F's 24,964. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25,005, a 0.2% advantage, while the Intel Core i7-13620H at 24,911 and Intel Core 5 210H at 24,872 are 0.2% and 0.4% behind respectively. These small deltas indicate the 7500F sits in a highly competitive performance tier.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 274th out of 3,714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 7.4% of all configurations tested. This ranking reflects the strong synergy between the six-core Zen 4 processor and the high-end Ada Lovelace GPU.

This ranking is notable given the CPU's position at the 77th percentile among all CPUs and the GPU's 86th percentile among all GPUs. The combination outperforms what the individual percentiles might suggest, indicating that Lockdown Protocol scales well with the RTX 4080's capabilities while the Ryzen 5 7500F provides sufficient CPU throughput to avoid bottlenecking at most settings.

The gap between this combo and lower-ranked configurations is driven primarily by the GPU's 4K performance. At 1080p, many combinations with similar CPUs but weaker GPUs would produce comparable frame rates, but the RTX 4080's 4K results (73-157 FPS across settings) separate this setup from mid-range alternatives. The combo's rank of 274 out of 3,714 suggests it outperforms the vast majority of tested systems while leaving headroom for even stronger CPU+GPU pairings at the top.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the sweet spot, with 244 FPS at Low, 173 FPS at Medium, 151 FPS at High, and 113 FPS at Ultra, providing high refresh rates while maintaining visual quality.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500F compare to its closest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24,964 average, with the Intel Core i7-11850H at 24,935 (0.1% behind), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F at 25,005 (0.2% ahead), Intel Core i7-13620H at 24,911 (0.2% behind), and Intel Core 5 210H at 24,872 (0.4% behind).

Q: Does the RTX 4080 bottleneck at 1080p?

A: Yes, the 301 FPS average at 1080p Low compared to 157 FPS at 4K Low indicates the GPU has significant unused capacity at 1080p, suggesting the CPU becomes the limiting factor at lower resolutions.

Q: What is the FPS difference between High and Ultra at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, High settings produce 98 FPS average while Ultra produces 73 FPS, representing a 25.5% reduction for the higher preset.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4080 have and is it sufficient?

A: The RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with 716.8 GB/s bandwidth, and the measured results show no indication of VRAM limitations at any resolution or settings combination.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking in Lockdown Protocol?

A: This combination ranks 274th out of 3,714 tested combos, placing it in the top 7.4% of all configurations tested for this game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver high frame rates, but the jump from Ultra (155 FPS) to High (206 FPS) offers a 32.9% improvement with a modest visual quality reduction. For competitive play at 1080p, Low settings at 301 FPS maximize refresh rate potential.

At 2560x1440, High settings at 151 FPS provide an excellent balance, with Medium at 173 FPS offering a strong alternative for those prioritizing frame rate. Ultra at 113 FPS remains playable but shows diminishing returns over High. The 1440p Low setting at 244 FPS serves players with 240 Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the data shows Medium at 112 FPS as the best balance, with High at 98 FPS still delivering smooth gameplay. Ultra at 73 FPS is playable but represents a significant drop from High, while Low at 157 FPS maximizes frame rate at 4K. For most users, Medium at 4K provides the optimal experience, delivering 112 FPS average with the measured minimum of 95 FPS ensuring consistent performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 301 FPS average
• Medium: 236 FPS average, 201 FPS minimum, 272 FPS maximum
• High: 206 FPS average
• Ultra: 155 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 244 FPS average
• Medium: 173 FPS average, 147 FPS minimum, 199 FPS maximum
• High: 151 FPS average
• Ultra: 113 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 157 FPS average
• Medium: 112 FPS average, 95 FPS minimum, 129 FPS maximum
• High: 98 FPS average
• Ultra: 73 FPS average

The Medium preset at each resolution includes minimum and maximum values, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the 201-272 FPS range shows tight frame pacing, while 1440p Medium ranges from 147-199 FPS. At 4K Medium, the 95-129 FPS range demonstrates that even the minimum frame rate remains above 90 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay.