Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 delivers a playable, though not dominant, experience in Lockdown Protocol. The combination ranks in the 31st percentile of tested configurations, indicating that while it handles the game, a significant portion of the field performs better. The data reveals a system where the graphics card is the primary bottleneck, but the CPU’s architecture also plays a supporting role in determining overall frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates show a clear and predictable drop as resolution increases, a classic sign of a system that is heavily reliant on the GPU’s rendering capabilities. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 160 FPS. Moving up to 2560x1440 at the same settings, the average falls to 117 FPS, a reduction of 43 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average drops further to 76 FPS. This scaling pattern demonstrates that the RX 7600 is the limiting factor; as pixel count increases, the GPU’s workload grows, and frame rates suffer accordingly.

The trend is consistent across all settings presets. For example, with High settings, the average FPS goes from 99 at 1080p to 73 at 1440p, and finally to 47 at 4K. This represents a 52 FPS swing from the lowest to the highest resolution tested. The frame rate degradation is not linear, but the pattern is unmistakable: the higher the resolution, the more the GPU is stressed, which directly impacts the playable frame rate.

This behavior suggests that the system is not CPU-bound at higher resolutions. If the Ryzen 7 5700G were the limiting factor, we would expect the frame rates to remain relatively flat across resolutions, as the CPU’s workload would be the bottleneck. Instead, the steady decline in FPS with increasing resolution confirms that the Radeon RX 7600’s rendering throughput is what determines the performance ceiling here. The 1080p results, particularly the 160 FPS average on Low, show that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data to achieve high frame rates, but the GPU cannot sustain those rates when the resolution demands more pixel processing.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is the central component in this performance profile. Its specifications, including 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth, dictate how it handles the visual load of Lockdown Protocol. The GPU’s boost clock of 2655 MHz and game clock of 2250 MHz are the engines that drive the frame rates, and the data shows they are sufficient for smooth gameplay at 1080p but struggle at 4K.

The VRAM capacity of 8 GB is a critical factor. While the game’s textures at Low and Medium settings do not appear to exceed this limit, as evidenced by the playable frame rates, the Ultra preset at higher resolutions likely pushes against this boundary. The average FPS at 3840x2160 on Ultra is just 35 FPS, a significant drop from the 47 FPS on High. This suggests that the combination of high resolution and Ultra settings is not just a matter of raw compute power but also of memory bandwidth and capacity, which the RX 7600 cannot fully provide.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 57th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 15171. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, scores 15199, a delta of -0.2%, indicating the RX 7600 is essentially on par with that card in synthetic tests. This parity is reflected in the gaming results, where the RX 7600 demonstrates it is a mid-range performer. The RDNA 3.0 architecture and 21.75 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are adequate for the game, but the 128-bit memory bus is a limiting factor for high-resolution textures.

The measured results highlight that the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences between settings. The jump from Low to Medium at 1080p costs 47 FPS (160 to 113), while the jump from High to Ultra costs 25 FPS (99 to 74). This shows that the higher presets demand more from the GPU’s shading units and texture mapping units, which are taxed more heavily as the game’s visual fidelity increases. The GPU’s role is clear: it provides a solid 1080p experience, a good 1440p experience, and a poor 4K experience, with the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit interface being the key constraints.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a capable processor that does not appear to be the bottleneck in this configuration. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, it provides ample processing power for the game’s logic and physics. Its boost clock of 4.60 GHz and base clock of 3.80 GHz are competitive, and its 16 MB of L3 cache helps with data access. The CPU’s benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12830.5 and a single-core score of 1494, indicate strong performance for a desktop part.

The CPU’s percentile rank of 79 versus all CPUs shows it is a solid performer, but its nearest rivals are telling. The Intel Core i9-9900K scores 27097, a delta of -0.2% compared to the 5700G’s average score of 27051. This means the 5700G is effectively tied with a high-end Intel processor from a previous generation. In gaming, this level of performance is sufficient to keep up with the RX 7600, especially at lower resolutions.

The data supports this conclusion. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 160 FPS, which is a high frame rate that would require a responsive CPU to maintain. The fact that the frame rate drops significantly at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s workload remains similar, confirms that the CPU is not the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 5700G’s 16 threads ensure that even with background tasks, the game has enough processing power to avoid stutters.

However, the CPU’s integrated graphics, Radeon Vega 8, are not relevant here, as the discrete RX 7600 handles all rendering. The CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game data. The benchmark results show it does this effectively, as the 1080p frame rates are high. The 5700G’s performance is adequate for this pairing, and it is not holding back the RX 7600 in any meaningful way, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling being purely GPU-driven.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is most comfortable. The Low preset yields an average of 160 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth. Medium settings drop this to 113 FPS, with a minimum of 96 and a maximum of 130, showing consistent performance. High settings average 99 FPS, and Ultra averages 74 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p gaming is viable on all presets, with even Ultra providing a playable experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease. Low settings average 117 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium averages 83 FPS, with a min of 71 and max of 96, which is good for a high-refresh monitor. High settings average 73 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. Ultra drops to an average of 54 FPS, which is borderline for a fast-paced FPS. The data shows that 1440p is best suited to Low or Medium settings for a consistently smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles. Low settings average 76 FPS, which is acceptable. Medium averages 54 FPS, with a min of 46 and a max of 62, which shows significant frame time variance. High averages 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for many players. Ultra averages just 35 FPS, which is not playable for a competitive shooter. The 4K results clearly show that the RX 7600 is not designed for this resolution in Lockdown Protocol, as even the lowest settings fail to maintain a solid 60 FPS average.

The table below summarizes the average FPS for each resolution and settings combination:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 1920x1080 | Low | 160 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 113 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 99 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 74 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 117 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 83 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 73 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 54 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 76 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 54 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 47 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 35 |

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, the Ryzen 7 5700G + RX 7600 ranks 2577 out of 3714 combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 31st percentile, meaning that roughly 69% of tested systems deliver higher average frame rates. This is a mid-to-low ranking, which is consistent with the hardware’s specifications. The RX 7600 is a mid-range GPU, and the 5700G is a generation-old CPU, so a mid-pack ranking is expected.

The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU’s performance. The RX 7600’s percentile rank of 57 versus all GPUs is higher than the combo’s rank, which suggests that the CPU is slightly dragging down the overall performance in comparison to other systems. However, the CPU’s rank of 79 versus all CPUs shows it is a strong part. The discrepancy arises because many combos in the database likely pair higher-end GPUs with similar or better CPUs, pushing the combo’s rank down.

Compared to its nearest GPU rivals, the RX 7600 is on par with the RTX 3050 OEM, as indicated by a delta of -0.2%. This means that a system with an RTX 3050 OEM and a similar CPU would likely produce very similar frame rates. The combo’s rank of 2577 reflects this parity. It is not a top-tier performer, but it is not at the bottom either. The 31st percentile ranking is a fair assessment of its capabilities in this game, which is demanding enough to expose the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user’s resolution and performance goals. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 99 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it provides a smooth experience without sacrificing too much detail. The Ultra preset at 74 FPS is also playable, but the 25 FPS drop from High may not be worth the visual gain for a competitive FPS. For players who prioritize maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 160 FPS is the clear choice, offering the smoothest gameplay possible.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 83 FPS is the recommended setting. It provides a good balance, with the minimum of 71 FPS ensuring that frame drops are not too severe. The Low preset at 117 FPS is also viable for those who want the fastest response times, but the visual fidelity is noticeably lower. The High preset at 73 FPS is playable, but it borders on the edge of what is considered smooth for a fast-paced game. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS should be avoided, as it does not provide a consistent enough experience.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that this combo is not suitable for high settings. The Low preset at 76 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently playable frame rate. The Medium preset at 54 FPS is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets at 47 and 35 FPS respectively are not recommended for a game where reaction time is critical. If a user insists on 4K, they should use the Low preset and accept the reduced visual quality, or they should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a better experience.

In summary, the best overall experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with High settings, achieving 99 FPS. For 1440p users, Medium settings at 83 FPS is the sweet spot. The system is not capable of a satisfactory 4K experience beyond the lowest settings. These recommendations are based solely on the measured frame rates, which show that the RX 7600 is the primary determinant of performance, and the Ryzen 7 5700G provides enough CPU headroom to avoid being a bottleneck.