Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers a playable, though not flawless, experience in Lockdown Protocol. The data indicates a system that is firmly capable of high-refresh 1080p gaming, but which requires careful settings management at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across the three primary resolutions and four quality presets, focusing on where the bottleneck lies and how to get the most out of this hardware combination.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases, but the rate of that degradation reveals the system's balance. At 1080p, the combo is clearly capable of high frame rates. The jump from 1080p to 1440p is significant, and the jump to 4K is even more punishing.

Looking at the High preset, the average FPS drops from 97 at 1920x1080 to 71 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 26 FPS. Pushing further to 3840x2160 brings the average down to 46 FPS, which is another 25 FPS drop. This linear scaling suggests that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises. The CPU, an 8-core/16-thread part with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, has enough headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions, but at 4K, the RX 5700 XT's work load becomes the dominant constraint.

The trend is even more pronounced on the Low preset. At 1080p, the system achieves an average of 156 FPS. This high frame rate indicates that the CPU is doing its job and the GPU is not yet saturated. However, at 1440p, the average drops to 114 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 74 FPS. The 42-FPS difference between 1080p and 4K on Low settings highlights that even with the graphics load reduced, the GPU's raw throughput limits performance at higher resolutions.

The Ultra preset tells a similar story. The 1080p average is 72 FPS, which is respectable. At 1440p, it drops to 53 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to just 34 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration in the data that dips below the 30 FPS threshold, though the 34 FPS average is still technically playable. The data suggests that this combination is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates on most presets, and that 1440p is viable if settings are managed appropriately. 4K gaming is possible but will require significant compromises in visual quality to maintain a smooth frame rate.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is the star of the show, and its specifications directly explain the performance gaps seen above. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, it provides a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This is a solid foundation for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the capacity and bandwidth are increasingly stressed at 4K, especially with higher texture detail settings.

The GPU's clock speeds are also a factor. The base clock is 1605 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. The boost clock is what the card can achieve under load, and the data suggests it is being utilized effectively to achieve the measured frame rates. The RDNA 1.0 architecture, on a 7 nm process, provides a capable foundation, but it is not a modern powerhouse. The GPU's benchmark percentile of 59 versus all other GPUs places it in the mid-range tier of performance, which aligns with the measured results in this game.

Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database are the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, with delta percentages of 0.1 and -0.3 respectively. This means the 5700 XT's average benchmark score of 16361 is essentially on par with those cards. In practical terms for Lockdown Protocol, this means the GPU is the defining component for frame rate. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K with Ultra settings, the system may be pushing up against memory limits, which can cause stuttering or force the system to use slower system memory, though the data shows it still completes the benchmark at an average of 34 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings depend entirely on your target resolution and refresh rate. There is no single "best" preset; it is a trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate.

For 1080p, the High preset is the sweet spot. It delivers an average of 97 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS standard and is smooth on most displays. The jump to Ultra only provides a marginal visual improvement but costs 25 FPS, bringing the average down to 72. The Medium preset offers an average of 111 FPS, but the visual downgrade from High is often not worth the extra 14 FPS. For competitive play, the Low preset at 156 FPS is the clear choice, but for a balanced experience, High is the recommended setting.

At 1440p, the High preset is still the best option, yielding an average of 71 FPS. This is just above 60 FPS, making it playable but not exceptionally smooth. The Medium preset provides an average of 81 FPS, which is a more comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The 10 FPS gain from moving from High to Medium is significant, and the visual difference can be subtle on many displays. The Low preset at 114 FPS is for maximum performance, but it will make the game look noticeably worse. For a stable 60+ FPS experience with good visuals, Medium is the pragmatic choice at 1440p.

For 4K, the data is less forgiving. The Low preset is the only one that provides a consistently smooth experience, with an average of 74 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 52 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The High preset at 46 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 34 FPS is the only configuration that risks falling below 30 FPS in demanding scenes. If you must play at 4K, Low or Medium are the only viable options for a reasonable experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this setup places in the lower half. The combo rank is 2759 out of 3714 total combos. This means that while it performs adequately, there are over 2,700 other CPU/GPU pairings that achieve higher average FPS in this specific game.

This ranking is a direct reflection of the component choices. The CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G, is a strong processor, but its performance is not top-tier. It achieves a percentile of 79 against all CPUs, meaning it is faster than 79% of the processors in the database. Its average benchmark score of 27051 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, which has a deltaPct of -0.2. This indicates the CPU is a solid, but not exceptional, performer.

The GPU is what drags the combo down in the rankings. With a percentile of 59 against all GPUs, the RX 5700 XT is a mid-range part in the current market. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, has a deltaPct of -0.9, meaning the 5700 XT actually scores slightly higher in the average benchmark. However, this is not enough to overcome the dominance of higher-end GPUs in gaming workloads. The combination of a mid-tier CPU and a mid-tier GPU results in a system that is perfectly capable, but it is not competitive with the top-tier combos that occupy the upper ranks of the database.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K?*

A: Yes, it can, but with significant caveats. The data shows an average FPS of 74 on Low settings, 52 on Medium, and 46 on High. For a smooth experience, you will need to stick to Low or Medium presets, as the Ultra preset only achieves an average of 34 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for a 144Hz 1080p monitor?

A: The Low preset is the only one that can consistently hit 144 FPS or more, with a measured average of 156 FPS. To get closer to that refresh rate on higher settings, you would need to accept lower frame rates, as the High preset averages 97 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The 42-FPS drop from 1080p to 4K on Low settings shows the GPU's performance limits are being reached. The CPU's high benchmark scores suggest it has enough headroom to keep up with the GPU's output.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 2759 out of 3714 combos for this game. This places it in the lower half of all tested systems, indicating that while it is a capable setup, most other combinations of hardware will produce higher average frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the High and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: The difference is 18 FPS. The High preset averages 71 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 53 FPS. This is a significant performance hit for what is often a marginal visual improvement.

Q: Is the 8 GB of VRAM on the RX 5700 XT enough for this game?

A: The data suggests it is sufficient for the tested presets at all resolutions. The benchmarks completed successfully, and while 4K Ultra performance is low at 34 FPS, the system did not fail. The bottleneck at 4K is more likely due to raw GPU compute power than VRAM capacity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists the exact measured average FPS for every resolution and settings combination in the data.

• 1920x1080 (1080p):
• Low: 156 avg FPS
• Medium: 111 avg FPS (min 94, max 127)
• High: 97 avg FPS
• Ultra: 72 avg FPS

• 2560x1440 (1440p):
• Low: 114 avg FPS
• Medium: 81 avg FPS (min 69, max 93)
• High: 71 avg FPS
• Ultra: 53 avg FPS

• 3840x2160 (4K):
• Low: 74 avg FPS
• Medium: 52 avg FPS (min 44, max 60)
• High: 46 avg FPS
• Ultra: 34 avg FPS

The data clearly shows that 1080p is the intended resolution for this hardware. The 1440p results are playable with settings adjustments, and 4K is only for those willing to compromise heavily on visual quality.