Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with the Intel Arc B570 presents a specific performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, with the data indicating a system that is heavily influenced by resolution and graphics settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS results to understand where the bottleneck lies and what users can expect from this combination.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, demonstrating the growing load on the GPU. At 1080p with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 84 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops that average to 62 FPS, a reduction of 22 frames. At 4K, the average falls further to 40 FPS. This represents a 52.4% decrease in performance from 1080p to 4K, which strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B570 is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. With Low settings, the frame rate drops from 136 FPS at 1080p to 100 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 64 FPS at 4K. The 4K result is 52.9% lower than the 1080p result, a very similar proportional drop to what is seen at High settings. This consistency suggests that the resolution scaling is primarily a function of the GPU's rendering load, not an interaction with CPU performance.

The data for Medium settings provides additional insight with its frame time variance. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 96 FPS with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 111 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 71 FPS, with a range of 60 to 81 FPS. The 4K Medium result shows an average of 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 25 frames, and from 1440p to 4K is another 25 frames, showing a more linear scaling pattern for this preset.

Ultra settings show the steepest decline, starting at 63 FPS at 1080p, falling to 46 FPS at 1440p, and bottoming out at just 30 FPS at 4K. The 4K result is less than half of the 1080p result, a 52.4% reduction that mirrors the other presets. This confirms that the GPU is being saturated at 4K, regardless of the quality preset chosen. The consistent percentage drop across all four presets points to a purely GPU-bound scenario at 4K resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The "X3D" designation comes from its large 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a significant asset for gaming workloads. This cache configuration is designed to reduce memory latency and improve performance in games that are sensitive to cache size.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24709. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, scores 24728, a difference of only -0.1%. The Intel Core i5-12450HX is a close competitor with a score of 24576, just 0.5% lower. These close margins indicate that the 5700X3D is positioned firmly in the upper-midrange of CPU performance, providing a strong foundation for gaming.

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU in most scenarios. The fact that FPS scales so dramatically with resolution—from 136 FPS at 1080p Low to 64 FPS at 4K Low—indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions without becoming a bottleneck. The 5700X3D's high core count and large cache ensure that it is not limiting the system's ability to generate frames, even at the highest frame rates observed.

The multi-threaded performance is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22366 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11086. Single-thread performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3157. These scores suggest that the CPU has enough headroom for both the game logic and the background tasks, leaving the GPU as the deciding factor for overall FPS. The data shows no signs of CPU-induced frame drops, as the minimum FPS values recorded are consistent with what would be expected from GPU limitations.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the clear performance driver in this configuration, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. This graphics card is based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, codenamed Battlemage, and is built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. Its boost clock is listed at 2500 MHz, with a memory clock of 2375 MHz providing 19 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU is equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is a crucial factor for 4K gaming, as the bandwidth and capacity are sufficient for the textures and data required at that resolution, but the raw compute power appears to be the limiting factor. The B570 has a pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s, which are moderate figures that explain its performance drop at higher resolutions.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534, a difference of only 0.1%. The Intel Arc A750 is another close competitor with a score of 20582, just -0.1% different. This indicates that the B570 is a solid mid-range performer, but it lacks the raw horsepower to maintain high frame rates at 4K in a demanding FPS title.

The measured FPS data confirms this assessment. At 1080p, the GPU provides playable frame rates across all settings, from 136 FPS at Low to 63 FPS at Ultra. At 1440p, the performance drops to a range of 100 FPS at Low to 46 FPS at Ultra. However, at 4K, the GPU struggles, with only the Low preset achieving a playable 64 FPS, while High drops to 40 FPS and Ultra falls to 30 FPS. The 10 GB VRAM is not the issue here, as the performance drop is proportional to the increase in pixel count, pointing to the GPU's compute and shading capabilities as the primary constraint.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 136 at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: At 4K resolution, the average frame rates are 64 FPS at Low, 46 FPS at Medium, 40 FPS at High, and 30 FPS at Ultra. Only Low settings provide a consistently playable experience, while higher presets fall below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D has an average benchmark score of 24709, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D's score of 24728, making them statistically equivalent in performance.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile's score of 20534, showing near-identical performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 100 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 46 FPS. This represents a 54% reduction in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

Q: Is there a significant frame rate drop between 1080p and 1440p?

A: Yes. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 84 at 1080p to 62 at 1440p, a 26.2% decrease. At Low settings, it drops from 136 to 100, a 26.5% decrease.

How This Combo Ranks

In the extensive database of tested hardware combinations, this pairing of AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2264 out of 2828 combos for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the 80th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning that a significant majority of other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher frame rates in this specific game.

This ranking is notably lower than what the individual component benchmarks might suggest. The CPU sits in the 77th percentile of all processors, and the GPU is in the 65th percentile of all graphics cards. However, the combination's ranking in this game indicates that the pairing is not optimal for Lockdown Protocol's specific performance characteristics. The system is likely held back by the GPU's inability to maintain high frame rates at higher resolutions, as evidenced by the steep performance drop at 4K.

The rank of 2264 suggests that while the components are individually capable, their combined performance in this title is not competitive with many other configurations. This is a result of the game's demanding nature on the GPU, where the B570's mid-range compute power becomes a limiting factor. The strong CPU is not able to compensate for the GPU's shortcomings in this scenario, leading to a lower overall ranking in the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact measured average FPS for the combination at each resolution and settings preset.

1920x1080:

• Low: 136 avg FPS
• Medium: 96 avg FPS (min 82, max 111)
• High: 84 avg FPS
• Ultra: 63 avg FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 100 avg FPS
• Medium: 71 avg FPS (min 60, max 81)
• High: 62 avg FPS
• Ultra: 46 avg FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 64 avg FPS
• Medium: 46 avg FPS (min 39, max 52)
• High: 40 avg FPS
• Ultra: 30 avg FPS

The frame time data for Medium settings provides insight into stability. At 1080p, the range between minimum and maximum FPS is 29 frames. At 1440p, this range narrows to 21 frames. At 4K, the range is 13 frames. This tightening of the frame range as resolution increases suggests that the system becomes more consistent, albeit at lower frame rates, as the GPU becomes fully saturated. The minimum FPS values also follow the expected scaling, with 82 at 1080p, 60 at 1440p, and 39 at 4K, all indicating that the frame rate remains stable without severe drops.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for different performance targets. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 84 FPS offers a good balance of visual quality and smoothness, though the Ultra preset at 63 FPS is still playable. The Medium preset at 96 FPS is the best choice for those prioritizing a higher refresh rate experience, as it provides a significant FPS boost with a modest visual compromise.

At 1440p, the High preset at 62 FPS is the recommended choice for a playable experience close to the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 71 FPS offers a slightly higher frame rate for smoother motion, while the Low preset at 100 FPS is ideal for competitive play where frame rate is paramount. The Ultra preset at 46 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and may not provide a smooth experience for most users.

For 4K resolution, the options are limited. The Low preset at 64 FPS is the only configuration that achieves a playable frame rate above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 46 FPS is playable but may exhibit noticeable stuttering or lag in fast-paced FPS action. The High and Ultra presets, at 40 FPS and 30 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a satisfying gaming experience in this title.

The data suggests that the Intel Arc B570 is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p resolution. At these resolutions, the user has the flexibility to choose between High settings for visual fidelity or Medium/Low settings for higher frame rates. The 4K resolution is only viable with the Low preset, which may be acceptable for users who prioritize resolution over detail. For the best overall experience, a 1440p display with High settings provides a solid 62 FPS, or a 1080p display with High settings delivers a smoother 84 FPS, both of which leverage the CPU's strong performance without overburdening the GPU.