Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D + Intel Arc B370

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor from the 7000 series, built on TSMC's 5 nm process with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, while the Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a 300 MHz base and 2400 MHz boost. In Lockdown Protocol, this pairing produces a combo rank of 3427 out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the lower percentile of all tested systems, with measured frame rates ranging from 18 FPS at 4K Ultra to 80 FPS at 1080p Low — a spread that clearly defines this as a 1080p-oriented configuration.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D provides 6 physical cores and 12 threads, running at a base clock of 4.00 GHz and boosting to 4.50 GHz. This processor features 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is substantial for a 6-core part, and its 65 W TDP reflects an efficient design on the AM5 socket. The CPU's PassMark multithread score is 25047, with a single-thread score of 3494, and it achieves an average benchmark score of 44573, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. These numbers indicate a strong mid-range processor that should not be the primary bottleneck in most gaming scenarios, especially given that its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (0.2% ahead), Intel Core i9-13950HX (0.5% ahead), AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 (0.6% ahead), and Intel Core i5-14600 (0.7% behind).

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's performance characteristics are relevant primarily at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 80 FPS average, which is the highest measured result across all configurations, suggesting that the Ryzen 5 7500X3D's 12 threads and 96 MB L3 cache are sufficient to feed the Arc B370 at this setting. The processor's PassMark physics score of 2779 and floating-point math score of 43594 indicate competent compute capability for game logic and physics calculations, though the game's FPS ceiling appears to be more constrained by the integrated GPU than by CPU throughput.

The CPU's data compression score of 271649 and integer math score of 70774 suggest strong general-purpose performance, but these are unlikely to directly translate to Lockdown Protocol's frame rates. What matters more is that the 7500X3D's single-thread score of 3494 is competitive with its nearest rivals — the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, Intel Core i9-13950HX, and AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 all sit within 0.6% of this processor's average score — meaning that CPU-side frame pacing should be consistent. The benchmark results show that at 1080p Medium, the system delivers 57 FPS average with a minimum of 48 FPS and maximum of 65 FPS, indicating that the CPU maintains stable frame delivery even when the GPU is partially loaded.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and Intel Arc B370 achieves a combo rank of 3427 out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in approximately the 8th percentile of all tested combos, meaning that roughly 92% of tested configurations outperform this pairing in this game. The rank reflects a significant bottleneck from the integrated GPU, which is expected given that the Arc B370 is an IGP solution with a 25 W TDP and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of just 1184.

The GPU's percentile rank of 5 among all GPUs starkly contrasts with the CPU's 89th percentile ranking. This mismatch explains the low combo rank: the Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a capable processor, but the Arc B370's integrated graphics severely limits overall gaming performance. The GPU's nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (0.2% ahead), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (0.5% ahead), AMD Radeon HD 7650M (0.7% ahead), and AMD FirePro M2000 (1.4% behind), all of which are legacy or low-end parts from a different era. This places the Arc B370's raw graphics throughput in a performance class that is fundamentally mismatched with a modern 6-core desktop CPU.

Looking at the measured results, the combo's best case scenario is 80 FPS at 1080p Low, which is playable but not competitive with dedicated GPU configurations. The gap between this combo and better-ranking systems is substantial; a combo ranked in the top half would typically deliver 60+ FPS at 1440p High or better, whereas this system manages 36 FPS at 1440p High. The data suggests that users seeking higher combo ranks should prioritize a discrete GPU, as the CPU is clearly not the limiting factor in this pairing.

FAQ

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

A: The highest measured average FPS is 80, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only configuration where the system approaches a 60+ FPS experience.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: At 3840x2160, the system delivers 38 FPS on Low settings, 27 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 23 FPS and maximum of 31 FPS), 23 FPS on High, and 18 FPS on Ultra. None of these reach a playable 30 FPS threshold except Low, and even that is borderline.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500X3D compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 44573, which is 0.2% behind the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, 0.5% behind the Intel Core i9-13950HX, 0.6% behind the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385, and 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600. This places it in a tightly competitive cluster.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark performance relative to other graphics solutions?

A: The Intel Arc B370 scores 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (0.2% ahead), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (0.5% ahead), AMD Radeon HD 7650M (0.7% ahead), and AMD FirePro M2000 (1.4% behind).

Q: Is there a settings preset that provides a consistent 60 FPS experience?

A: At 1080p Low, the system averages 80 FPS. At 1080p Medium, it averages 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 FPS, which means it does not maintain a solid 60 FPS. At 1440p Low, the average drops to 58 FPS, which is close but still below 60.

Q: Does this combo support modern graphics APIs needed for Lockdown Protocol?

A: The Intel Arc B370 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, which covers the API requirements for a current FPS title. The GPU also has 10 ray tracing cores, though the low overall throughput limits practical RT use.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest results. Low settings produce an average of 80 FPS, which is the single highest measured frame rate across all configurations. Medium settings reduce the average to 57 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS and maximum of 65 FPS, showing some variance but remaining in a playable range. High settings drop the average to 49 FPS, and Ultra settings further reduce it to 37 FPS. This resolution clearly offers the most viable gaming experience, with Low and Medium being the only presets that approach or exceed 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance degrades noticeably. Low settings yield an average of 58 FPS, which is just shy of a 60 FPS target. Medium settings produce 42 FPS average with a minimum of 35 FPS and maximum of 48 FPS, indicating occasional dips below comfortable playability. High settings drop to 36 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 27 FPS. The step from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 22-28% of performance across all settings, reflecting the GPU's limited fill rate and memory bandwidth.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings produce 38 FPS average, which is technically above 30 FPS but not smooth. Medium settings yield 27 FPS average with a minimum of 23 FPS and maximum of 31 FPS, showing that even the minimum dips below 25 FPS. High settings drop to 23 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 18 FPS. None of these 4K configurations provide a satisfying experience, with even the best case (Low) falling well below the 60 FPS target that most FPS players expect.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each settings tier at a given resolution costs roughly 15-25% performance. At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra is 43 FPS (80 to 37), at 1440p it is 31 FPS (58 to 27), and at 4K it is 20 FPS (38 to 18). This scaling suggests that the GPU's fixed hardware resources — 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs — are the limiting factor, as the relative cost of higher settings remains similar across resolutions.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, fabricated on Intel's 3 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, which is a wide frequency range indicating significant dynamic power management. The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster operation units, along with 10 ray tracing cores. Its compute capabilities include 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 12.29 TFLOPS of FP16 (2:1 ratio), with pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s.

The memory configuration is System Shared, meaning the GPU uses the same DDR5 memory as the CPU rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory bus width and bandwidth are listed as System Dependent, which in practice means the effective bandwidth available to the GPU depends on the system's memory configuration. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D supports dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, but this is shared between CPU and GPU workloads, potentially limiting graphics performance in memory-intensive scenarios.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, which is extremely low for modern gaming. Its nearest rivals — the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, ATI Radeon HD 5770, AMD Radeon HD 7650M, and AMD FirePro M2000 — are all legacy parts from over a decade ago, confirming that the Arc B370's raw performance is comparable to entry-level graphics from previous generations. With a 25 W TDP and no power connectors (operating as an IGP), the Arc B370 is designed for efficiency rather than high-end gaming, which explains why Lockdown Protocol's frame rates are so constrained.

The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 ensure compatibility with modern game engines, but the hardware's limited throughput means that even at 1080p Low, the system only reaches 80 FPS. The 10 ray tracing cores are present but largely irrelevant given the overall performance envelope; enabling any RT-heavy effects would likely tank frame rates well below playable levels.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and frame rate preference. At 1920x1080, Low settings provide 80 FPS average, which is the only configuration that comfortably exceeds a 60 FPS target. Medium settings at 1080p deliver 57 FPS average with a minimum of 48 FPS, which is playable for most users but may show stutter in fast-paced FPS action. For players who prioritize smoothness over visual fidelity, 1080p Low is the clear choice; for those who want better visuals while accepting occasional dips, 1080p Medium offers a reasonable middle ground.

At 2560x1440, the situation is more constrained. Low settings produce 58 FPS average, which is close to 60 FPS but not consistently above it. Medium settings at 1440p drop to 42 FPS average with a minimum of 35 FPS, which is borderline for a competitive FPS. Given that Lockdown Protocol is an FPS title where frame consistency matters, 1440p Low is the only sensible recommendation at this resolution — the visual upgrade from 1080p may not justify the performance sacrifice.

At 3840x2160, no settings preset provides a satisfactory experience. Even Low settings only reach 38 FPS average, and the minimum frame rates at Medium (23 FPS) suggest that the experience would be choppy and unresponsive. The data indicates that 4K gaming is not viable with this combo for a fast-paced FPS title, and users should either lower the resolution or accept a sub-30 FPS experience. The Ultra preset at any resolution is effectively a slideshow (37 FPS at 1080p, 27 FPS at 1440p, 18 FPS at 4K) and should be avoided.

The most balanced recommendation is 1080p Medium, which offers 57 FPS average with a minimum of 48 FPS — this provides a playable experience with moderate visual quality while avoiding the harshest visual compromises of Low settings. For players who demand a locked 60 FPS, 1080p Low is the only option, as it delivers 80 FPS with sufficient headroom to avoid dips below the target.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

Examining the FPS scaling across resolutions reveals a clear pattern of GPU limitation. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 80 at 1080p to 58 at 1440p (a 27.5% decrease) and then to 38 at 4K (a 52.5% decrease from 1080p). At Medium settings, the progression is 57 FPS at 1080p, 42 FPS at 1440p (26.3% decrease), and 27 FPS at 4K (52.6% decrease). High settings show 49 FPS at 1080p, 36 FPS at 1440p (26.5% decrease), and 23 FPS at 4K (53.1% decrease). Ultra settings follow the same trend: 37 FPS at 1080p, 27 FPS at 1440p (27.0% decrease), and 18 FPS at 4K (51.4% decrease).

The consistency of these percentage drops — roughly 26-27% from 1080p to 1440p and 51-53% from 1080p to 4K — indicates that the GPU is the dominant limiting factor regardless of settings preset. The pixel count increases by 1.78x from 1080p to 1440p and by 4x from 1080p to 4K, but the FPS drops are not proportional to these pixel increases. This suggests that the Arc B370's fill rate and memory bandwidth constraints become more pronounced as resolution rises, but the GPU's compute units are also saturated at lower resolutions.

The CPU's role in this scaling is minimal, as evidenced by the fact that the frame rate drops are nearly identical across all settings presets. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller FPS differences between resolutions at lower settings (where the CPU has more headroom) and larger differences at higher settings (where the GPU becomes more stressed). Instead, the consistent scaling indicates that the GPU is saturated even at 1080p Low, with the 80 FPS result representing the practical ceiling for this integrated graphics solution.

This analysis confirms that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary limiting component in this combo. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D, with its 89th percentile CPU ranking and strong single-thread performance, has ample headroom to drive a much more powerful discrete GPU. Users who upgrade the graphics solution while keeping this CPU would likely see dramatic improvements in Lockdown Protocol, as the processor's 12 threads and 96 MB L3 cache are well-suited to modern game workloads. The data suggests that this CPU-GPU pairing is fundamentally imbalanced, with the processor capable of far more than the integrated graphics can deliver.