Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 7 5800X + AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p in Lockdown Protocol, but struggles at 4K. The system ranks in the 74th percentile of all tested combos (rank 2759 out of 3714), placing it firmly in the upper-middle tier of hardware configurations. The 5800X provides ample processing headroom, while the RX 5700 XT becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, particularly when settings are pushed beyond Medium.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 (Vermeer) architecture, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 105 W TDP. The CPU features a 32 MB L3 cache, 512 KB L2 per core, and 64 KB L1 per core, paired with dual-channel DDR4 memory support delivering 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

In Lockdown Protocol, the 5800X's processing power is more than sufficient. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not the limiting factor. At Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 156 FPS, which is the highest measured across all resolutions and settings. This suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU effectively even at high frame rates. The 5800X's multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15476 and a 3DMark 16-thread score of 7586, provides robust headroom for the game's background tasks and physics calculations.

The single-thread performance is equally important for an FPS title. The 5800X achieves a 3DMark single-thread score of 943 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2032, alongside a Passmark single-thread score of 3445. These figures place the CPU in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, indicating that it outperforms the majority of processors on the market. When comparing to nearest rivals, the 5800X is essentially tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H (deltaPct 0.1), slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT (deltaPct 0.6), and marginally behind the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 (deltaPct -0.4) and Intel Core i5-13500HX (deltaPct -0.5). These near-identical scores mean that in CPU-bound scenarios, the 5800X will perform comparably to these alternatives.

The benchmark results indicate that the 5800X's 8-core, 16-thread configuration is well-matched to Lockdown Protocol's demands. The game does not appear to be heavily multithreaded, as evidenced by the fact that moving from 1080p Low to 1080p Ultra only drops the average FPS from 156 to 72 — a 54% reduction that is attributable to GPU load rather than CPU limitations. The CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock ensures that single-threaded game logic runs smoothly, and the 32 MB L3 cache helps with data locality, reducing memory latency in fast-paced scenes.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is based on the Navi 10 chip using RDNA 1.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a base clock of 1605 MHz, a game clock of 1755 MHz, and a boost clock of 1905 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). The card houses 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, achieving a peak FP32 performance of 9.754 TFLOPS.

In Lockdown Protocol, the RX 5700 XT's 8 GB VRAM is adequate at 1080p and 1440p, but the GPU's raw compute power becomes the limiting factor at 4K. The data reveals a clear pattern: at 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 34 at Ultra settings to 74 at Low settings, with Medium hitting 52 FPS. At 2560x1440, the range improves to 53 FPS at Ultra and 114 FPS at Low. At 1920x1080, the card delivers 72 FPS at Ultra and 156 FPS at Low.

The GPU's performance relative to its rivals is tight. The RX 5700 XT sits in the 59th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16361. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M at 16351 (deltaPct 0.1), followed by the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16408 (deltaPct -0.3), the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (deltaPct -0.3), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 at 16504 (deltaPct -0.9). These sub-1% differences indicate that the RX 5700 XT delivers essentially identical raw performance to these competing cards, which means the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol is representative of what these rivals would achieve.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the settings tested. At 4K Ultra, the game does not appear to run out of memory, as the average FPS of 34 suggests a compute-bound scenario rather than a memory bandwidth bottleneck. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth provides adequate throughput for the textures at 1440p High, where the card achieves 71 FPS. At 1080p, the GPU's 1905 MHz boost clock helps maintain high frame rates, with the jump from High (97 FPS) to Low (156 FPS) representing a 61% increase, showing that the card responds well to reduced graphical loads.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle Lockdown Protocol at 1440p with High settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 71 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. This is a comfortable margin that allows for some frame rate dips without dropping below playability.

Q: What is the best resolution for this system in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 provides the highest frame rates, with averages ranging from 72 FPS at Ultra to 156 FPS at Low. The 2560x1440 resolution also delivers playable results, with all settings except Ultra (53 FPS) exceeding 70 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (74 FPS) achieve smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RX 5700 XT compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RX 5700 XT's average benchmark score of 16361 is within 0.9% of all its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M, 0.3% behind the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, 0.3% behind the AMD Radeon PRO W7500, and 0.9% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2. These differences are negligible in real-world gaming.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5800X a bottleneck for the RX 5700 XT in this game?

A: No. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 156 FPS, which indicates the CPU can push well beyond typical display refresh rates. The 5800X's 81st percentile ranking among all CPUs ensures it provides ample headroom for the GPU at all tested settings and resolutions.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 4K with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS. This is marginally playable but may feel inconsistent during intense action sequences. Users seeking a locked 60 FPS experience should consider lower settings or a lower resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 2759 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the upper 26% of all configurations. This ranking reflects a balanced system that handles the game well at mainstream resolutions but is not optimized for 4K gaming.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, Medium settings at 2560x1440 provide the optimal balance of visual quality and performance. The measured average FPS of 81 at this configuration is well above the 60 FPS threshold, with a minimum of 69 FPS ensuring that frame rates rarely drop below playability. The maximum of 93 FPS shows there is headroom for smoother moments during less demanding scenes.

At 1920x1080, High settings deliver an average of 97 FPS, which is an excellent experience for competitive play. The jump to Medium (111 FPS) and Low (156 FPS) offers diminishing returns in terms of playability but substantial gains in frame rate. For players prioritizing maximum fluidity over visual fidelity, Low settings at 1080p yield the highest possible frame rate at 156 FPS.

For 4K gaming, the data suggests that only Low settings (74 FPS average) provide a smooth experience. Medium settings drop to 52 FPS, which is borderline, while High (46 FPS) and Ultra (34 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS threshold and are not recommended for fast-paced FPS gameplay. Users with 4K displays should either reduce resolution or accept significant compromises in visual quality.

The Medium settings preset appears to be the sweet spot across all resolutions. At 1080p, it delivers 111 FPS; at 1440p, 81 FPS; and at 4K, 52 FPS. This consistency suggests that the Medium preset scales well with the RX 5700 XT's capabilities, avoiding the extreme performance hits seen at Ultra while providing better visuals than Low.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X + AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT combination ranks 2759 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places the system in the 74th percentile of all configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the tested setups. This ranking reflects a mature, mid-to-high-tier combination that delivers solid performance at 1080p and 1440p but falls short of top-tier results at 4K.

The ranking is consistent with the individual component standings. The CPU ranks in the 81st percentile of all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile of all graphics cards. The system's overall ranking of 74th percentile sits between these two figures, suggesting that the combo's performance is slightly limited by the GPU but still benefits from the strong CPU foundation.

Compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the RX 5700 XT's performance is nearly identical to cards with much newer architectures. The deltaPct values of -0.3 to -0.9 against the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell and RTX 5090 D V2 indicate that in synthetic benchmarks, the RX 5700 XT trades blows with these far more expensive cards. However, in Lockdown Protocol, the measured FPS reflects the GPU's actual gaming performance, which is what ultimately matters for the ranking.

The combo's position at 2759 out of 3714 suggests that while it is not a top-tier configuration, it is far from the bottom. The data indicates that this setup is well-suited for 1080p high-refresh-rate gaming and 1440p 60+ FPS gaming, making it a versatile option for most players.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance. Low settings achieve an average of 156 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce an average of 111 FPS, with a minimum of 94 FPS and a maximum of 127 FPS. High settings yield 97 FPS average, and Ultra settings drop to 72 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a linear decline, with each settings tier costing roughly 20-25% of the previous tier's performance.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the GPU beginning to strain. Low settings average 114 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive play. Medium settings deliver 81 FPS average, with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 93 FPS, making this the recommended configuration for 1440p. High settings drop to 71 FPS average, which is still playable but closer to the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings fall to 53 FPS average, which is below ideal for an FPS title.

At 3840x2160, the RX 5700 XT's limitations become apparent. Low settings achieve 74 FPS average, which is the only 4K configuration that exceeds 60 FPS. Medium settings produce 52 FPS average, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS, indicating significant frame time variance. High settings drop to 46 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 34 FPS average. The 4K results show that this combo is not suited for high-fidelity 4K gaming, as even the transition from Medium to High causes a 12% performance drop, and from High to Ultra a further 26% drop.

The data reveals a consistent pattern across all resolutions: the gap between Low and Medium settings is substantial (roughly 30-35% performance increase at Low), while the gap between High and Ultra is smaller (roughly 25-30% performance decrease at Ultra). This suggests that the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it maintains playable frame rates at all three resolutions while providing significantly better visuals than Low.