Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on a 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. This CPU sits in the 82nd percentile of all processors tested, with an average benchmark score of 25064. Its computed multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23 reaches 20851 points, while the single-core result is 2943 points. These specifications place it in a peculiar position relative to its nearest rivals: it is statistically tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (deltaPct: 0), the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (deltaPct: -0.1), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (deltaPct: 0.3).

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, a fast-paced FPS, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and the simulation of other players. The data shows that the processor’s 12 threads provide sufficient throughput for the game’s demands, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the bottleneck. The single-core performance of 2943 points in Cinebench R23 is crucial for maintaining high frame rates, as many game engines rely heavily on a few primary threads. The benchmark results indicate that this CPU is not a limiting factor at 1080p, where the system achieves an average of 144.9 FPS on Low settings. However, the processor’s performance is not class-leading; it matches the older Ryzen 7 2700X in overall average score, suggesting that while it is modern, its core configuration is more aligned with mainstream performance than high-end enthusiast tiers. The 16 MB of shared L3 cache is a modest amount for a modern CPU, but it appears adequate for the game’s working set based on the measured frame rates.

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

The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are the primary resource for Lockdown Protocol’s non-graphics tasks. With a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, the processor can deliver the responsiveness needed for competitive play. The benchmark data shows that the CPU’s multi-threaded score in Cinebench R20 is 8757, which is a solid result for a 65 W part. When paired with the RTX 2060, the CPU is able to feed the GPU adequately at 1080p, as evidenced by the 144.9 FPS average on Low settings. This suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this configuration at that resolution. However, the CPU’s percentile standing at 82nd among all CPUs indicates that there are faster options, but within this specific combo, it delivers consistent performance.

The lack of a significant gap between the 8400F and its rivals is notable. Its average score of 25064 is virtually identical to the Ryzen 7 2700X’s 25057, which is an older architecture. This means that in CPU-bound scenarios, the 8400F will not offer a generational leap over older chips, but it will provide modern platform features like DDR5 memory support and a 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth. For Lockdown Protocol, the game’s results show that the CPU is capable of pushing frame rates high, but the scaling from Low to Ultra settings at 1080p (from 144.9 FPS down to 68.9 FPS) suggests that the GPU becomes more involved as settings increase. The CPU remains a stable foundation, but its performance is not extraordinary; it is simply adequate for the task.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is a Turing-architecture GPU with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. Its boost clock is 1680 MHz, and it has 1920 shading units. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 16074, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (deltaPct: 0.5) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M (deltaPct: -1.7). The 6 GB VRAM is a critical factor in this game’s results, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the system only manages 33.8 FPS, which is likely due to the VRAM capacity being exceeded, causing texture swapping and reduced performance.

The GPU’s compute capabilities, measured at 6.451 TFLOPS for FP32, are modest by modern standards. In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s role is to render the scene, handle lighting, and process shaders. The results show a clear trend: at 1080p Medium, the system achieves 101.8 FPS, which is playable, but at 4K Medium, it drops to 50 FPS. This indicates that the RTX 2060 is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s is sufficient for 1080p gameplay, but at 4K, the demand for memory bandwidth and capacity outstrips what the card can provide. The GPU’s performance relative to its rivals is close, with the Radeon Pro 5700 being 1.7% faster, but this does not translate to a significant advantage in this game.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, indicating that the GPU is the dominant bottleneck in this combo. At 1080p Low, the system averages 144.9 FPS, which drops to 105.5 FPS at 1440p Low, and further to 67 FPS at 4K Low. This represents a 53.5% drop in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings. This scaling is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU, but the GPU’s rendering throughput cannot keep up with the increased pixel count.

The trend is even more pronounced at higher settings. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 89.8 FPS at 1080p to 65.2 FPS at 1440p, and then to 41.5 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at High is 53.8%, which is nearly identical to the Low setting drop. This consistency suggests that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and compute capacity are the limiting factors, not the CPU. The CPU’s performance does not change with resolution, so if the CPU were the bottleneck, we would see similar frame rates across resolutions. Instead, the data shows a linear decrease in performance with resolution, which is a hallmark of a GPU-limited system. The 6 GB VRAM is likely a contributing factor, as the game’s texture memory requirements at 4K may exceed the available capacity, causing additional performance penalties.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings for this combo?

A: The system achieves an average of 89.8 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: How does the CPU’s performance compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average score of 25064, which is exactly 0% different from the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X’s score of 25057, indicating they are effectively tied in overall benchmark performance.

Q: At what resolution and settings does the system fail to maintain 60 FPS?

A: The system falls below 60 FPS at 1440p Ultra (52.5 FPS) and at all 4K resolutions except Low (41.5 FPS at High, 50 FPS at Medium, 33.8 FPS at Ultra).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the limiting factor. The system only achieves 33.8 FPS at 4K Ultra, and the CPU’s performance is unchanged by resolution, pointing to the GPU’s rendering limits and 6 GB VRAM capacity as the constraint.

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

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16074.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between 1080p Low and 4K Low?

A: The frame rate drops from 144.9 FPS at 1080p Low to 67 FPS at 4K Low, a decrease of 77.9 FPS or approximately 53.8%.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is ranked 1355 out of 1637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the bottom 17% of all combinations, which is a low standing. Given that the CPU is in the 82nd percentile and the GPU is in the 58th percentile, the combo’s rank is heavily dragged down by the GPU’s performance. The CPU is capable of delivering high frame rates, but the GPU cannot keep up at higher resolutions and settings.

The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can achieve over 100 FPS on Low and Medium settings. At 1440p, it becomes marginal, with only Low settings exceeding 100 FPS (105.5 FPS), and High settings dropping to 65.2 FPS. At 4K, the combo is not viable for competitive play, as even Low settings only yield 67 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 33.8 FPS. The rank of 1355 out of 1637 indicates that there are many other combinations that offer better performance for this game. The CPU’s strong performance is wasted at higher resolutions, as the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. For users targeting 1080p, this combo is adequate, but for any higher resolution, the GPU would need to be upgraded to improve the ranking. The benchmark data suggests that this pairing is unbalanced for Lockdown Protocol, with the CPU having significant headroom that the GPU cannot exploit at resolutions above 1080p.