Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X pairs an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 design with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This 7 nm processor from TSMC draws a 65 W TDP and sits on the AMD Socket AM4 platform, with a 32 MB shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support delivering 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. Its benchmark profile shows a balanced scaling from 1,821 in the 2-thread 3DMark test to 6,858 in the 16-thread test, with a single-thread score of 921 and a max-thread score of 6,850. In Cinebench R23, it posts 22,620 multi-core and 3,193 single-core results, while Geekbench reports 9,720 multi-core and 2,148 single-core. The processor ranks in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26,214.

For Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title, this CPU’s threading and clock behavior matters most at lower resolutions where the graphics card is less likely to be the bottleneck. At 1080p Low settings, the system reaches 268.4 FPS average, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the dataset. That figure suggests the CPU can feed the GPU effectively when the rendering load is light. The 16-thread 3DMark score of 6,858 and the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 22,620 indicate strong parallel throughput, which helps with game logic, physics, and background tasks during intense firefights. The single-thread score of 921 in 3DMark and 3,193 in Cinebench R23 underpin responsiveness, which is critical for frame pacing in a fast-paced shooter.

The nearest rivals in the benchmark database show how tight the competition is at this performance tier. The Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26,196, a mere 0.1% lower than the 5700X’s 26,214 average. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U and Ryzen 5 7600X both score slightly higher at 26,262 and 26,272 respectively, with deltaPct values of -0.2% relative to the 5700X. The Ryzen 5 5500GT trails by 0.2% with a score of 26,161. These margins are negligible in real-world gaming, meaning the 5700X is positioned squarely within a cluster of similarly performing processors. In Lockdown Protocol, the data shows that even at 1080p Ultra, the CPU maintains 133.6 FPS, which is well above typical display refresh rates, so the processor is unlikely to be the limiting factor at any preset tested.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC, featuring 7,168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines. It carries 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and its memory runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, and it draws up to 220 W with a suggested 550 W power supply. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 29,995 in Passmark G3D and 17,108 in Passmark GPU Compute, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,627. The GPU sits in the 84th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 42,576.

In Lockdown Protocol, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s role becomes clear when examining the frame rate scaling across settings. At 4K Ultra, the system averages 61.6 FPS, which is playable but not high-refresh territory. Dropping to 4K High raises that to 82.7 FPS, and 4K Medium yields 98.2 FPS. The jump to 4K Low produces 135.3 FPS, a substantial increase that indicates the GPU is heavily engaged at this resolution. The VRAM capacity of 12 GB is sufficient for the game’s High and Ultra presets at 4K, as the frame rates remain consistent without any signs of memory-related stutter in the measured averages. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth supports the texture streaming demands of a modern FPS, and the 2475 MHz boost clock ensures the card can sustain high utilization when the resolution and settings push the render load.

Comparing to rival GPUs, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s average score of 42,576 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA RTX A6000’s 42,653, with a deltaPct of -0.2%. The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE scores 42,723, also -0.2% relative to the 4070 SUPER. The AMD Radeon Pro 580X trails by 1.4% with 41,991, and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 is 1.6% behind at 41,897. These deltas are small, but the 4070 SUPER’s advantage in gaming-specific features like ray tracing cores and DLSS support is not captured in the raw average score. In Lockdown Protocol, the measured data shows the GPU’s performance scaling is smooth from Low to Ultra, with the 4K Ultra result of 61.6 FPS being the only preset that dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how the system’s bottleneck shifts as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the average frame rate is 268.4 FPS, which is the highest in the dataset. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 215.2 FPS, a reduction of 53.2 FPS, and 4K Low further reduces it to 135.3 FPS. This scaling pattern indicates that at Low settings, the GPU is still the primary limiter even at 1080p, because the CPU has enough headroom to push beyond 268 FPS if the graphics card could keep up. The 1080p High result of 179.4 FPS versus 1440p High at 130.9 FPS shows a 48.5 FPS drop, and 4K High falls to 82.7 FPS, a 96.7 FPS drop from 1080p High.

The Medium preset follows a similar trajectory: 208.3 FPS at 1080p, 148.4 FPS at 1440p, and 98.2 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, shows 133.6 FPS at 1080p, 98.6 FPS at 1440p, and 61.6 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops from 1080p to 4K are largest for the Low preset, where the frame rate falls by 49.6%, while the Ultra preset drops by 53.9%. This suggests that the GPU’s compute and memory bandwidth are the dominant constraints across all settings, as the CPU’s performance does not degrade with resolution. The 1080p Ultra result of 133.6 FPS is still high, indicating that the Ryzen 7 5700X can maintain a robust frame rate even when the GPU is working harder.

The data also shows that the gap between Low and Ultra narrows at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 134.8 FPS, while at 4K it is 73.7 FPS. This compression indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that even dropping to Low settings cannot fully relieve the bottleneck, whereas at 1080p, the GPU has enough spare capacity to benefit more from lower settings. For players targeting high refresh rates, 1080p is the sweet spot, as all presets exceed 133 FPS. For 1440p gaming, the High preset at 130.9 FPS and Medium at 148.4 FPS are the best options for maintaining smooth motion. At 4K, the Low preset at 135.3 FPS is the only way to break past 100 FPS, though High at 82.7 FPS remains viable for most displays.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal preset depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 179.4 FPS, which is more than enough for a 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitor, and it offers significantly better visual quality than Low at 268.4 FPS. The Medium preset at 208.3 FPS is a reasonable middle ground for players who want extra headroom above 200 FPS, but the visual jump from Medium to High is typically worth the 28.9 FPS cost. The Ultra preset at 133.6 FPS still clears 120 FPS, making it viable for high-refresh displays, but the 45.8 FPS drop from High to Ultra suggests diminishing returns in visual fidelity for the performance hit.

At 1440p, the High preset at 130.9 FPS is the standout choice, as it provides a smooth experience on 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitors while maintaining good image quality. The Medium preset at 148.4 FPS offers a 17.5 FPS advantage over High, which could be preferable for competitive play, but the visual downgrade may be noticeable. The Ultra preset at 98.6 FPS is still above 90 FPS, making it playable on 100 Hz displays, but it falls short of the 120 FPS threshold that many FPS players prefer. The Low preset at 215.2 FPS is overkill for most displays and sacrifices too much visual detail for a marginal competitive edge.

At 4K, the recommendations shift toward lower presets due to the GPU’s workload. The High preset at 82.7 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it clears 60 FPS comfortably and supports VRR displays. The Medium preset at 98.2 FPS is a stronger choice for players who prioritize frame rate over fidelity, offering a 15.5 FPS improvement over High. The Ultra preset at 61.6 FPS is just above the 60 FPS baseline, but it leaves little margin for drops in intense scenes, so it is only recommended for players with 60 Hz displays who want maximum visual quality. The Low preset at 135.3 FPS is the highest frame rate at 4K, but it negates the purpose of high-resolution gaming by reducing detail so drastically. For most 4K players, Medium or High provides the best experience per the measured rows.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this system can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 268.4, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 61.6, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700X compare to the Intel Core i9-11900KF in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700X has an average benchmark score of 26,214, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900KF’s score of 26,196.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 130.9 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 98.6 FPS, a difference of 32.3 FPS.

Q: Does the RTX 4070 SUPER outperform the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE in average benchmark score?

A: No, the RTX 4070 SUPER has an average score of 42,576, which is 0.3% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE’s score of 42,723.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded across all settings and resolutions?

A: The lowest average FPS is 61.6, measured at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.