Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT combination places at rank 1256 out of 1637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This is a below-median standing, placing it in the 23rd percentile of tested systems. The data shows the pairing is not competitive at the top tier, but it remains a functional configuration for the title, with performance clustering in the mid-range of the database.

When interpreting this rank, it is important to consider the components individually. The CPU holds a percentile rank of 83 against all tested processors, positioning it well above average. The GPU, however, carries a percentile rank of 68 against all tested graphics cards, which is notably lower. The combination rank of 1256 suggests that the GPU is the primary factor dragging the system down in this specific FPS title, as the processor’s strong standing does not boost the overall result.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800X3D compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is 26574. It sits nearly level with the AMD EPYC 8024P, which scores 26555, showing a 0.1% lead. Against the Intel Core i9-11900K, it also leads by 0.1% (26546). The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 scores 26617, a 0.2% deficit, and the Intel Core i9-12900HK scores 26672, which is a 0.4% gap. The differences are negligible, indicating the 5800X3D is tightly grouped with these alternatives.

Q: What is the FPS difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 154.7 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 72.1 FPS. This represents a significant 82.6 FPS spread, showing that the Ultra preset imposes a heavy load on the GPU. The Medium preset lands at 110.5 FPS, and High at 97.3 FPS.

Q: Does the RX 5700 XT perform better against its rivals in compute or graphics tasks?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 24731. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile, scores 24763, a 0.1% deficit for the RX 5700 XT. The Intel Arc A350M scores 24647, which the RX 5700 XT leads by 0.3%. It also leads the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (24592) by 0.6% and the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 (24519) by 0.9%. The gaps are small across the board.

Q: What is the best resolution to run for a smooth experience?

A: For a target of 60 FPS or higher, 1920x1080 at Medium settings provides 110.5 FPS, and at High it provides 97.3 FPS. At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 73.6 FPS, which is above 60 FPS. The 3840x2160 resolution only exceeds 60 FPS on the Low preset, hitting 74.2 FPS.

Q: How many threads does the CPU have, and what is its boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. It also features 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining characteristic of the 3D V-Cache model.

Q: Is the system more limited by the CPU or GPU at higher resolutions?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor as resolution increases. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep across all settings, which is typical of GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU’s strong percentile rank does not compensate for the GPU’s lower standing at higher pixel counts.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, pointing to the GPU as the primary bottleneck. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 154.7 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the same preset drops to 116.2 FPS, a 38.5 FPS reduction. At 3840x2160, it falls further to 74.2 FPS, which is less than half of the 1080p figure. This trend is visible across all settings.

For the High preset, the scaling is less dramatic but still significant. The system delivers 97.3 FPS at 1080p, 73.6 FPS at 1440p, and 46.7 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset shows a similar pattern, starting at 110.5 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 80.3 FPS at 1440p, and reaching 55.2 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with 72.1 FPS at 1080p, 53.3 FPS at 1440p, and 36.9 FPS at 4K.

The scaling behavior indicates that the RX 5700 XT’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, are insufficient to maintain frame rates at higher pixel counts. The GPU’s compute throughput of 9.754 TFLOPS FP32 is not able to keep pace with the increased workload at 4K, regardless of the preset. The CPU, with its high percentile rank, does not appear to be the limiting factor here, as the frame rate drops are directly proportional to the pixel count increase.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system shows a wide range of performance depending on settings. The Low preset delivers the highest average at 154.7 FPS, followed by Medium at 110.5 FPS, High at 97.3 FPS, and Ultra at 72.1 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 82.6 FPS, demonstrating the significant impact of graphical fidelity on this title.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce 116.2 FPS, Medium reaches 80.3 FPS, High hits 73.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 53.3 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra here is 62.9 FPS, which is narrower than at 1080p, suggesting the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count rises.

At 3840x2160, the performance is heavily constrained. Low settings still manage 74.2 FPS, which is playable, but Medium falls to 55.2 FPS, High to 46.7 FPS, and Ultra to 36.9 FPS. The Low to Ultra gap is 37.3 FPS, the smallest of the three resolutions, indicating that the GPU is saturated even at the lowest settings. This resolution is only viable for a smooth experience when using the Low preset.

The data shows that the 1440p High preset, at 73.6 FPS, is the highest quality setting that maintains a frame rate above 60 FPS. The 4K Low preset, at 74.2 FPS, is the only 4K option that reaches this threshold. These numbers suggest that users should prioritize resolution or quality, as achieving both is not possible with this hardware.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a 5000 series processor built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, using a 7 nm process. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The processor’s key feature is its 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is significantly larger than typical designs and contributes to its strong synthetic performance.

In CPU benchmarks, the 5800X3D demonstrates robust multi-threaded capabilities. It scores 10106 in Cinebench R20 multi-core and 24063 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. Single-thread performance is also solid, with scores of 1426 in Cinebench R20 and 3397 in Cinebench R23. The 3DMark results show scaling from 1746 for 2 threads to 7285 for max threads, indicating good core utilization.

However, the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol does not reflect a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system hits 154.7 FPS, which is high enough that the CPU is likely not the constraint. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar frame rates across different resolutions, as the CPU workload would remain constant. Instead, the FPS drops sharply from 1080p to 4K, indicating the GPU is the limiting component.

The CPU’s percentile rank of 83 against all processors suggests it is capable of feeding the GPU with data effectively. The large L3 cache is particularly beneficial for gaming workloads, as it reduces memory latency. The memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, paired with dual-channel DDR4 support, is sufficient for this title. The data shows the processor is not holding back the system, even at lower resolutions where CPU load is typically higher.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which preset to use for an optimal experience. For a 60 FPS target, the 1920x1080 resolution offers multiple options: Medium at 110.5 FPS, High at 97.3 FPS, and even Ultra at 72.1 FPS. The High preset at 1080p is a balanced choice, providing a high frame rate with better visual quality than Medium.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 73.6 FPS is the recommended setting, as it stays above the 60 FPS threshold while offering improved image quality over Medium. The Medium preset at 80.3 FPS is slightly faster but may not look as sharp. The Ultra preset at 53.3 FPS is below 60 FPS and should be avoided for competitive play.

For 3840x2160, the only playable option is the Low preset, which delivers 74.2 FPS. This is a significant compromise in visual quality, but it is the only way to achieve a smooth frame rate at 4K. The Medium preset at 55.2 FPS is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets are too slow for a responsive experience.

The best overall experience, balancing frame rate and visual fidelity, is the 1080p High preset at 97.3 FPS. This provides a high refresh rate without sacrificing too much detail. For users prioritizing resolution, 1440p High at 73.6 FPS is the next best option. The data indicates that the RX 5700 XT is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, with 4K only viable on the lowest settings.