Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a fast-paced FPS demanding high frame rates, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers a performance profile that is both potent and revealing about the nature of this specific title. The data shows a system capable of exceeding 140 FPS at 4K with High settings, yet the scaling patterns indicate a clear balance between CPU and GPU workloads depending on resolution and graphical fidelity.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, built on a 4nm process. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This configuration provides a solid foundation for gaming, and its benchmark data suggests strong single-threaded capabilities, which are often critical for FPS titles. In the 3DMark suite, the processor scores 951 in the single-thread test and 1,874 in the 2-thread test, indicating that it can handle the primary game logic and rendering threads efficiently.

The processor's multi-threaded performance is also robust, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,851 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 6,165. For Lockdown Protocol, this means the CPU is not a bottleneck when the GPU is tasked with lower resolutions, as seen in the 1080p results. The data indicates that the 8400F is well-equipped to feed the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, as the frame rates at 1080p Low reach 288.9 FPS, a figure that is likely limited more by the game engine's frame pacing than by the CPU's raw compute. The processor's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s) further ensure that data can be fed to the cores without stalling, which is essential for maintaining high average frame rates in a fast-moving shooter.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of CPU and GPU holds a rank of 177 out of 1,637 tested combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the top 11% of all configurations, which is a strong showing, but not the absolute top tier. The data suggests that while the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a high-end graphics card, the Ryzen 5 8400F's mid-range positioning in the CPU hierarchy prevents this combo from reaching the very top of the charts, where higher-core-count or higher-clock processors would be paired with the same GPU.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 25,064 places it in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in overall CPU performance include the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (with a delta of 0%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (with a delta of 0.3%). This indicates that the 8400F is a competent performer, but its score is essentially on par with older or similarly positioned chips. The GPU, however, is a different story. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 48,704. Its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA RTX A2000 (delta of 1.6%), are not direct gaming competitors, which highlights the card's strength in this specific test environment. The combination's overall rank is thus a result of a very strong GPU being paired with a competent but not class-leading CPU.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces 288.9 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 223.1 FPS, a 22.8% decrease. At 4K Low, the frame rate falls further to 146.9 FPS, which is a 49.2% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline as resolution increases is a clear indicator that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

However, the scaling is not uniform across all settings. At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 141.2 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 104.8 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 69.3 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is 50.9% for Ultra settings, which is similar to the Low setting drop. This suggests that the game is heavily reliant on the GPU for both geometric complexity and pixel shading. The CPU's role is more pronounced at lower resolutions and settings, where the high frame rates (above 200 FPS) indicate that the 6-core processor is able to keep up with the GPU's output. The fact that the frame rate at 1440p High (142.4 FPS) is nearly identical to the 1080p Ultra (141.2 FPS) suggests a balance point where the workload shifts, but the overall system performance remains consistent.

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

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive view of the system's performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, it averages 288.9 FPS. Setting the quality to Medium reduces this to 221.3 FPS, while High settings yield 193.8 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still produces a very playable 141.2 FPS. These numbers show that at 1080p, the combination is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz or higher) even at the highest quality settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The Low preset delivers an average of 223.1 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. Medium settings drop to 163 FPS, and High settings produce 142.4 FPS. The Ultra preset manages 104.8 FPS, which is still smooth for most gaming scenarios. The data shows that 1440p is a sweet spot for this combo, offering a good balance between visual fidelity and frame rate, with High settings providing a nearly ideal experience for a high-refresh-rate 1440p monitor.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the GPU is clearly stressed. The Low preset averages 146.9 FPS, which is surprisingly high for 4K and indicates the game is well-optimized for lower-quality settings. Medium settings drop to 102.3 FPS, and High settings yield 91.3 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, brings the system down to 69.3 FPS. This is the only configuration where the system falls below the 70 FPS threshold, suggesting that for a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K, High settings are the maximum viable option, while Ultra is best suited for players who prioritize visual quality over absolute smoothness.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The data suggests it is not a significant bottleneck at standard resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 288.9 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. The CPU's performance is more of a limiting factor only at very high frame rates, but the measured results show a strong balance.

Q: Can this system achieve 144 FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 142.4 FPS, which is just below the 144 FPS target. For a consistent 144 FPS experience, the Medium preset at 163 FPS would be the safer choice.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: For a smooth 4K experience, the High preset is the best option, delivering an average of 91.3 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 69.3 FPS, which is playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced competitive play.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25,064. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, scores 25,057, a negligible difference. It is also within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F's score of 24,993.

Q: Is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings consistent across resolutions?

A: No, the gap widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (288.9 FPS) and Ultra (141.2 FPS) is 147.7 FPS. At 4K, the difference is 77.6 FPS (146.9 FPS vs 69.3 FPS), showing the GPU is more stressed at higher resolutions, compressing the performance range.

Q: What does the combo's rank of 177 out of 1637 signify?

A: It places this specific CPU-GPU pairing in the top 10.8% of all tested configurations for Lockdown Protocol. This indicates it is a high-performing combination that will handle the game exceptionally well, though it is not the absolute fastest setup available.