Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D delivers exceptional frame rates in Lockdown Protocol, with the data showing a system that remains highly playable even at 4K Ultra settings. The measured results place this combo at rank 30 out of 2,828 tested combinations, putting it in the top 1.1% of all tested systems for this title. The RTX 5090 D's massive 32 GB GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom, while the Ryzen 5 7500F's six Zen 4 cores keep up admirably across all tested resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is primarily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, with the CPU becoming more relevant at lower settings. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 301 FPS average, while 1440p Low drops to 271 FPS, and 4K Low falls to 190 FPS. This represents a 37% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, showing strong GPU scaling behavior for a game that appears to be well-optimized for parallel processing.

Moving to High settings, the scaling pattern shifts slightly. The 1080p High result is 249 FPS, 1440p High delivers 183 FPS, and 4K High produces 118 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 26.5%, while 1440p to 4K shows a 35.5% reduction. This steeper decline at higher resolutions indicates the GPU's rendering load grows non-linearly with pixel count, which is typical for a title with substantial geometry and texture work.

The Medium preset shows the most consistent scaling across resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the average is 265 FPS, 1440p Medium yields 209 FPS, and 4K Medium reaches 135 FPS. The 1080p to 1440p reduction is 21.1%, and 1440p to 4K shows 35.4% fewer frames. Notably, the Medium preset at 1440p maintains over 200 FPS average, which is impressive for a modern FPS title.

Ultra settings reveal the most demanding scenario. The 1080p Ultra average is 187 FPS, dropping to 137 FPS at 1440p, and 88 FPS at 4K. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is 26.7%, and from 1440p to 4K is 35.8%. The 4K Ultra result of 88 FPS still clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably, though the min FPS data is not available for this setting to assess frame time consistency.

The limiting component shifts with resolution and settings. At 1080p Low, the 301 FPS average suggests the CPU is the primary constraint, since the RTX 5090 D has compute headroom to render far more frames in a lighter-load scenario. The Ryzen 5 7500F's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a 5.00 GHz boost clock, appear to be the bottleneck at this extreme frame rate. As resolution increases and settings rise, the GPU takes over as the limiting factor, with the 4K Ultra result of 88 FPS showing the RTX 5090 D under substantial load.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame data places this specific CPU-GPU pairing at position 30 out of 2,828 tested combinations. This top-30 placement indicates that Lockdown Protocol runs exceptionally well on this hardware pairing, outperforming the vast majority of alternative configurations. The percentile ranking is not directly provided for the combo, but the absolute rank of 30 out of 2,828 corresponds to approximately the top 1.1% of tested systems.

This ranking makes sense given the individual component performance. The RTX 5090 D sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77,712. Its nearest rival in the benchmark database is the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT at 76,904 (1.1% lower), while the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78,940 (1.6% higher). The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 44,065 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14,326 reflect strong raw performance that translates well to Lockdown Protocol.

The Ryzen 5 7500F is at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24,964. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H at 24,935 (0.1% lower), the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F at 25,005 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core i7-13620H at 24,911 (0.2% lower). The close clustering of these scores — all within 0.4% — indicates that the 7500F is competitively positioned among mid-range processors. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22,799 and single-core score of 3,218 demonstrate strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance for gaming workloads.

The combination of a top-tier GPU with a solid mid-range CPU yields excellent game-specific results. The data suggests that Lockdown Protocol is not excessively CPU-demanding, allowing the RTX 5090 D to stretch its legs. The 30th-place rank out of 2,828 combos confirms that this pairing extracts near-maximum performance from the GPU without significant CPU-induced frame drops.

FAQ

Q: Can this system maintain 144 FPS at 1440p in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes. The measured data shows 183 FPS average at 1440p High, 209 FPS at 1440p Medium, and 271 FPS at 1440p Low. Even at 1440p Ultra, the average is 137 FPS, which is only slightly below the 144 FPS target. The Medium preset at 1440p provides the best margin with 209 FPS average and a minimum of 178 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combo?

A: Absolutely. At 4K High, the average is 118 FPS, and 4K Medium delivers 135 FPS average with a minimum of 115 FPS. Ultra settings at 4K still produce 88 FPS average, which is above the 60 FPS comfort threshold. For competitive play, 4K Low achieves 190 FPS average, making this a strong 4K configuration for both casual and competitive scenarios.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77,712. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, scores 76,904, which is 1.1% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78,940, putting it 1.6% higher. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 79,396 (2.1% higher) and the 16 GB version scores 79,605 (2.4% higher).

Q: What is the CPU bottleneck potential at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the system reaches 301 FPS average, which likely approaches the Ryzen 5 7500F's practical limit in this game. The CPU's 5.00 GHz boost clock and 32 MB of shared L3 cache help, but at such high frame rates, the 6-core/12-thread configuration may limit additional performance. The 1080p Medium result of 265 FPS and High result of 249 FPS suggest the CPU still has headroom at those settings.

Q: Does the 32 GB VRAM provide any benefit in this game?

A: The RTX 5090 D's 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus provides 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. In Lockdown Protocol, this memory capacity is far beyond what the game likely requires at any tested setting, meaning there are no VRAM-related stutters or texture pop-in issues. The high bandwidth also helps maintain consistent frame rates at 4K, where the GPU is pushing large amounts of pixel data.

Q: How does this combo's rank translate to real-world usage?

A: Ranking 30th out of 2,828 combinations means this system outperforms approximately 98.9% of all tested configurations in Lockdown Protocol. This makes it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p and 1440p, and for smooth 4K gameplay. The only configurations that would beat it are those pairing even faster CPUs with the same or better GPUs, which would yield marginal gains at best.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. The Low preset produces 301 FPS average, which is the maximum measured result for this combo. Medium settings yield 265 FPS average with a minimum of 225 FPS and maximum of 304 FPS. High settings produce 249 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 187 FPS. The 1080p results show a clear progression: each step up in settings costs roughly 30-60 FPS, with the largest single drop occurring between High and Ultra (62 FPS difference).

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected reduction from 1080p. Low settings produce 271 FPS average, Medium delivers 209 FPS with a range of 178-241 FPS, High reaches 183 FPS, and Ultra falls to 137 FPS. The 1440p results demonstrate that even the most demanding preset maintains playable frame rates, with Ultra staying above 137 FPS average. The Medium preset's minimum of 178 FPS indicates consistent frame delivery without significant dips.

At 3840x2160, the system still performs admirably. Low settings achieve 190 FPS average, Medium produces 135 FPS with a range of 115-155 FPS, High delivers 118 FPS, and Ultra drops to 88 FPS. The 4K results show that the RTX 5090 D's compute power is sufficient for high-refresh-rate 4K gaming at lower presets, while Ultra remains viable for slower-paced play or to prioritize visual quality. The Medium preset at 4K provides the best balance, with 135 FPS average and a minimum of 115 FPS.

Comparing across resolutions, the scaling is consistent: 1440p delivers approximately 85-90% of 1080p performance at the same settings, while 4K delivers approximately 60-70% of 1080p performance. The 4K Low result of 190 FPS is particularly notable, as it exceeds the 1440p Ultra result of 137 FPS, demonstrating that resolution has a larger impact than settings on overall performance.

Settings Recommendations

For competitive play at 1080p, the Low preset at 301 FPS average is the clear choice, as it maximizes frame rate for the fastest possible response times. Players with 240Hz or 360Hz monitors will find the headroom to maintain maximum refresh rates even during intense firefights. The Medium preset at 265 FPS average still exceeds 240Hz displays and offers better visual fidelity at minimal frame rate cost.

At 1440p, the Medium preset delivers 209 FPS average with a minimum of 178 FPS, making it the recommended choice for high-refresh-rate gaming. This configuration maintains frame rates above 144Hz consistently, ensuring smooth motion on 144Hz and 165Hz displays. The High preset at 183 FPS is also viable for those prioritizing visual quality, though the 26 FPS drop from Medium may not justify the visual improvements in fast-paced gameplay. Ultra at 137 FPS is borderline for 144Hz displays, making it suitable only for players willing to tolerate occasional dips below their monitor's refresh rate.

At 4K, the Medium preset stands out with 135 FPS average and a minimum of 115 FPS, making it the best choice for high-refresh 4K monitors. The High preset at 118 FPS is acceptable for 120Hz displays, while Ultra at 88 FPS is best reserved for visual fidelity over frame rate. For players with 60Hz 4K displays, Ultra provides the best image quality while still delivering 88 FPS, giving headroom above the display's refresh rate. The Low preset at 190 FPS is unnecessary at 4K unless targeting the highest possible frame rates on a 144Hz+ 4K monitor.

The overall recommendation is to balance visual quality and performance based on display refresh rate. For 1080p, use Low for competitive advantage or Medium for balanced play. For 1440p, Medium is the sweet spot, with High as a viable alternative. For 4K, Medium offers the best experience on high-refresh displays, while Ultra is reserved for visual enthusiasts on 60Hz panels.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform with a 5 nm process from TSMC, featuring a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The chip includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Its dual-channel DDR5 memory support provides 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth, with ECC memory support included. The CPU's 65 W TDP indicates efficient power consumption for its performance class.

In Lockdown Protocol, the Ryzen 5 7500F demonstrates that 6 cores with high boost clocks are sufficient for this FPS title. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is critical for maintaining high frame rates, as the game's single-threaded performance demands are likely substantial. The 3DMark single-thread score of 974 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,374 show strong per-core performance that translates well to gaming workloads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,218 further confirms this processor's capability to handle the primary game thread without becoming a bottleneck.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities also contribute to the overall performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22,799 and PassMark multithread score of 26,825 indicate that background tasks and secondary game threads are handled efficiently. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,376 and max-thread score of 6,379 show consistent scaling across all 12 threads, meaning the processor can handle the full thread load without thermal or power throttling.

The data suggests that at lower resolutions and settings, the CPU becomes the limiting factor. The 1080p Low result of 301 FPS likely approaches what the Ryzen 5 7500F can feed to the RTX 5090 D. However, at higher resolutions and settings, the GPU takes over as the primary performance driver, and the CPU's 5.00 GHz boost clock ensures it keeps up with the GPU's demands. The 32 MB of L3 cache helps reduce memory latency and improves frame time consistency, which is crucial for smooth gameplay in a fast-paced FPS.

The processor's position at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24,964, places it in the upper mid-range tier. Its nearest rivals — the Intel Core i7-11850H, AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, Intel Core i7-13620H, and Intel Core 5 210H — all score within 0.4% of the 7500F, indicating that this CPU is well-matched to its peers in general compute performance. In Lockdown Protocol specifically, the 30th-place combo rank suggests the CPU's performance is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 5090 D, allowing the GPU to deliver its full potential.