Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol, released in March 2024, presents a demanding workload that clearly separates the capabilities of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a configuration that is consistently balanced, with the GPU taking on increasing responsibility as visual fidelity and pixel count rise. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rate play at 1080p with adjusted settings, while 4K gaming remains a challenge reserved for lower presets.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic shift in performance that pinpoints the graphics card as the primary limiting factor. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 160.3 FPS at 1080p to 77.3 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 51.8%. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario; the CPU has ample headroom at lower resolutions, but the RTX 2060 SUPER's rendering throughput becomes the bottleneck as the pixel count quadruples.

Moving from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at High settings illustrates this further, with performance falling from 70.5 FPS to 44.9 FPS, a 36.3% decline. The gap between Medium and High settings also widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between these two presets is 14.1 FPS (112.8 vs 98.7). At 4K, that gap narrows to 7.8 FPS (52.7 vs 44.9), suggesting that the GPU is so saturated at 4K that incremental settings changes have a smaller absolute impact. The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700X’s 8-core, 16-thread configuration is sufficient to feed the GPU at all tested resolutions, as the consistent frame rate drops align with the increased rendering load rather than any CPU limitation.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combination?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 160.3 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER perform at 4K Ultra settings in Lockdown Protocol?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the configuration produces an average of 33.8 FPS, which is below the 44.9 FPS seen at High settings and indicates a challenging experience for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X a bottleneck for the RTX 2060 SUPER in this game?

A: The benchmark results suggest no CPU bottleneck. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent with GPU limitations, and the CPU’s performance in synthetic tests, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22620, indicates it has ample processing power for this title.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 114.7 FPS on Low to 54.6 FPS on Ultra, a performance reduction of 52.4%.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest frame rate at 1920x1080?

A: The Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 1920x1080, hitting 160.3 FPS. The Medium preset follows with 112.8 FPS.

Q: How close is this GPU to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, which is 0.5% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070’s score of 19680, indicating very similar raw compute performance.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER’s specifications directly explain its performance envelope in Lockdown Protocol. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, the card provides 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is sufficient for the game’s textures at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests it becomes a constraining factor at 4K, where the Ultra preset yields just 33.8 FPS. The GPU’s boost clock of 1650 MHz and 2176 shading units deliver a measured FP32 performance of 7.181 TFLOPS, which places it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs.

The card’s position relative to its rivals is tight. Its average benchmark score of 19774 is just 0.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN’s 19706 and 0.5% higher than the RTX 2070’s 19680. This synthetic parity is reflected in the game’s measured results, where the card shows a clear progression from playable to marginal as resolution increases. The 12 nm Turing architecture, while not the latest, still supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, ensuring compatibility with modern game features. The 175 W TDP and suggested 450 W PSU indicate a power profile that is manageable for most desktop systems.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER holds a rank of 1239 out of 1637 total combos. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the field, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom. The rank reflects a balance where the CPU’s strong synthetic scores, such as a PassMark multithread score of 26612 and an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, are paired with a GPU that sits in the 63rd percentile.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core i9-11900KF, which scores within 0.1% of the Ryzen 7 5700X, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, which is a mere 0.2% slower. This shows that the processor is competitive with other mid-range and older high-end options. The GPU’s ranking, however, is where the combo loses ground. Being 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA Tesla K40m in synthetic tests does not translate to leading performance in gaming. The combo’s overall rank of 1239 suggests that users will need to rely on the CPU’s strength and the GPU’s adequacy at lower resolutions to get a good experience, rather than expecting top-tier 4K capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy for optimal settings based on target frame rates. For 1920x1080, the High preset offers a balanced experience with an average of 98.7 FPS, which is well-suited for competitive play on standard 60Hz or 144Hz monitors. The Medium preset is also viable at 112.8 FPS, but the jump to Low yields 160.3 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays seeking maximum responsiveness. Ultra at 1080p drops to 72.7 FPS, still playable but with diminishing visual returns.

At 2560x1440, the High preset’s 70.5 FPS is the best balance, while Medium’s 82.8 FPS offers a slight advantage in smoothness. Low settings at 114.7 FPS provide the best performance for fast-paced action, but the visual compromise is significant. Ultra at 54.6 FPS is borderline for smooth gameplay. For 3840x2160, only the Low preset, with an average of 77.3 FPS, approaches a consistently smooth experience. Medium at 52.7 FPS and High at 44.9 FPS are playable but will show stutter in demanding scenes. Ultra at 33.8 FPS is not recommended for serious play. The data suggests that users should prioritize resolution scaling and preset selection to maintain a minimum of 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080: The configuration shows its strongest performance at this resolution. Low settings produce an average of 160.3 FPS. Medium settings reduce this to 112.8 FPS, while High settings yield 98.7 FPS. The Ultra preset delivers 72.7 FPS, which is the lowest result at 1080p but still above the 60 FPS threshold.

2560x1440: Performance remains strong but drops noticeably. Low settings average 114.7 FPS. Medium settings follow at 82.8 FPS, and High settings produce 70.5 FPS. Ultra settings average 54.6 FPS, dipping below the 60 FPS mark and indicating a need for settings adjustments for consistent smoothness.

3840x2160: This resolution pushes the GPU to its limits. Low settings are the only preset to exceed 60 FPS, with an average of 77.3 FPS. Medium settings drop to 52.7 FPS, and High settings fall further to 44.9 FPS. Ultra settings yield a demanding 33.8 FPS, reflecting the significant rendering load at 4K. The data confirms that 4K gaming with this combo is only viable with significant graphical compromises.