Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol pairs an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5800X with a 6 GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER, and the measured results show a combo that is clearly positioned for 1080p and 1440p play rather than 4K. The CPU’s Zen 3 architecture and the GPU’s Turing-based chip produce a balanced pairing, but the data reveals a hard ceiling at higher resolutions and settings that any builder should respect. This analysis breaks down exactly what each component contributes, which settings to use, and where this combo ranks among the 3,714 tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The measured FPS data shows 1920x1080 as the clear sweet spot. At 1080p Low, the combo averages 123 FPS, and even at High settings it holds 76 FPS. At 2560x1440, the average drops to 90 FPS on Low and 56 FPS on High, while 3840x2160 only reaches 58 FPS on Low and 36 FPS on High.

Q: Can this combo handle Ultra settings in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Ultra settings are only viable at 1080p, where the average is 57 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, the average falls to 42 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it drops to 27 FPS. The data indicates that Ultra is playable only at the lowest resolution tested.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 SUPER compare to its closest rivals?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 12,986, placing it 0.4% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 580. It sits 0.7% behind the NVIDIA Tesla M2090 and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon 740M.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5800X a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: The CPU’s multi-threaded benchmark score of 27,732 and single-thread score of 3,445 suggest it is not the limiting factor. The GPU’s 53rd percentile ranking against all GPUs is the more likely constraint, especially at higher resolutions where the measured FPS drops significantly.

Q: What memory bandwidth does the GPU have?

A: The GTX 1660 SUPER features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is paired with a base clock of 1530 MHz and a boost clock of 1785 MHz.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank among tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 3,166 out of 3,714 total combos tested in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the lower half of all pairings, which aligns with the measured FPS data showing it is not a high-end performer.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X brings 8 cores and 16 threads to the table, running at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This Zen 3 architecture, built on TSMC’s 7 nm process, delivers strong multi-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,476 and a single-core score of 1,574.5. The CPU’s 32 MB of L3 cache and 4,150 million transistors indicate a design focused on both gaming responsiveness and productivity workloads.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with enough data to avoid frame dips. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (123 FPS average) suggests the CPU can push frames well above 120 when the GPU is not the constraint. However, when resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the FPS drops disproportionately, indicating that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck rather than the CPU. The 5800X’s 16 threads are more than sufficient for this title, and its 81st percentile ranking against all CPUs confirms it is a capable processor for this pairing.

The CPU’s nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks is the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, which scores 29,093 versus the 5800X’s 29,123 average — a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is 0.6% behind, while the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 and Intel Core i5-13500HX are 0.4% and 0.5% behind, respectively. This means the 5800X is competitive with modern mid-range and mobile chips, but it does not offer a meaningful advantage over its closest peers. For Lockdown Protocol specifically, the CPU’s performance is adequate, but the measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the deciding factor for playable frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the limiting factor in this combo. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus delivers 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is respectable for the class but insufficient for high-resolution textures. The GPU’s Turing architecture, built on a 12 nm process, includes 1,408 shading units, 88 TMUs, and 48 ROPs. With a base clock of 1530 MHz and a boost clock of 1785 MHz, the card achieves 5.027 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 12,986 places it at the 53rd percentile of all GPUs, which is a mid-pack result. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile, is only 0.4% faster, making these two virtually interchangeable in synthetic tests. The AMD Radeon RX 580 is also 0.4% faster, while the NVIDIA Tesla M2090 is 0.7% faster and the AMD Radeon 740M is 0.9% slower. This tight grouping means the 1660 SUPER is not an outlier; it performs as expected for its class.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s limitations are clear in the measured data. At 4K, the average FPS ranges from 27 on Ultra to 58 on Low, with Medium hitting 41 FPS. At 1440p, the range improves to 42 on Ultra and 90 on Low. Only at 1080p does the GPU consistently deliver playable frame rates, with 57 FPS on Ultra and 123 FPS on Low. The memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s is likely a contributing factor to the steep drop-off at higher resolutions, as the 6 GB VRAM capacity becomes a constraint for texture-heavy scenes.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy for settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 123 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play where frame rate matters most. The Medium preset drops to 87 FPS, still smooth, while High yields 76 FPS and Ultra falls to 57 FPS. For most players, Medium at 1080p is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it maintains a 87 FPS average with a minimum of 74 FPS recorded.

At 2560x1440, the options narrow significantly. The Low preset averages 90 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 64 FPS with a minimum of 54 FPS. High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra falls to 42 FPS. The data suggests that 1440p is only comfortable on Low or Medium, and even then, the minimum FPS at Medium (54) may cause noticeable stutters in fast-paced moments. For a smoother experience, Low at 1440p is the recommended setting.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles across the board. Low averages 58 FPS, which is marginal, while Medium averages 41 FPS with a minimum of 35 FPS. High drops to 36 FPS, and Ultra is unplayable at 27 FPS. The recommendation for 4K is to use Low settings if the player accepts the frame rate, but the data clearly shows this resolution is outside the combo’s comfort zone. The best overall experience, based on the measured rows, is 1080p Medium or Low, depending on whether visual fidelity or raw frame rate is prioritized.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 3,166 out of 3,714 tested configurations in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the 15th percentile of all tested combos. This is a low ranking, but it is consistent with the hardware’s specifications. The Ryzen 7 5800X is a strong CPU, but the GTX 1660 SUPER is a mid-range GPU from 2019, and the combination does not compete with modern high-end builds.

The rank reflects the GPU’s 53rd percentile performance against all GPUs, which drags down the overall pairing despite the CPU’s 81st percentile ranking. In practical terms, this means the combo is better suited for 1080p gaming than for any higher resolution. The measured FPS data supports this, as the only resolution where all settings remain above 50 FPS is 1080p. The rank also indicates that many other combos deliver better performance, likely with more modern GPUs or higher-end cards.

For a builder considering this pairing, the rank is a warning that it is not future-proof. The CPU has headroom, but the GPU will limit any attempt to increase resolution or settings. The combo’s position in the lower half of all tested configurations suggests it is a budget-conscious choice that works for esports titles but struggles with demanding games at high settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. The Low preset averages 123 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate for any resolution and settings combination. Medium averages 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS, indicating a stable experience. High averages 76 FPS, and Ultra averages 57 FPS. These numbers show that 1080p is the only resolution where the combo can maintain playable frame rates across all settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. Low averages 90 FPS, which is still smooth, but Medium averages 64 FPS with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS. High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra averages 42 FPS. The data indicates that 1440p is playable only on Low, with Medium being borderline for players sensitive to frame drops below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the combo is largely inadequate. Low averages 58 FPS, which is the only setting that approaches playability. Medium averages 41 FPS with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS, while High averages 36 FPS and Ultra averages 27 FPS. The measured data shows that 4K is not a viable option for this pairing, and even Low settings require a tolerant player. Overall, the FPS breakdown confirms that the combo’s best use case is 1080p gaming, with 1440p Low as a secondary option for those who prefer higher resolution over frame rate.