Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER in Lockdown Protocol, a combination that sits at rank 1190 out of 1637 tested combos. This places the pairing in the lower-middle tier of the database, indicating that while the hardware is competent, it is not positioned for top-tier performance in this FPS title. The data shows a clear pattern: the CPU is a strong foundation, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution and settings increase.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The processor features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining characteristic of the X3D line and contributes to its gaming performance. The CPU’s benchmark results are strong: it scores 24063 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3397 in single-core, with a PassMark multithread score of 28309. Its percentile versus all CPUs is 83, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database.

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with data. The 5800X3D’s high core count and large cache help maintain frame pacing, particularly in scenarios with many entities or complex physics. However, the measured FPS data reveals that at lower resolutions and settings, the CPU can push high frame rates, but it is not the primary bottleneck. For example, at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 156.8 FPS, which suggests the CPU is capable of driving well beyond 144 Hz. The CPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 8024P, Intel Core i9-11900K, and AMD Ryzen 5 7600, with average score deltas of 0.1%, 0.1%, and -0.2%, respectively, indicating the 5800X3D is competitive with these parts but not dominant.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU-GPU combo in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combo ranks 1190 out of 1637 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of all tested hardware pairings for this game.

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

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 26574, which is 0.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 8024P and Intel Core i9-11900K, but 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i9-12900HK.

Q: What is the best average FPS achieved by this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 156.8, achieved with Low settings. Medium settings produce 111.5 FPS, High produces 98.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 73.5 FPS.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, which is 0.3% higher than the GTX TITAN, 0.5% higher than the RTX 2070, 0.8% higher than the Quadro K5200, and 1.3% higher than the Tesla K40m.

Q: At which resolution does the combo deliver playable frame rates across all settings?

A: At 2560x1440, the combo delivers 74.8 FPS on High, 82.4 FPS on Medium, and 117.2 FPS on Low, but only 55.2 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (76.6 FPS) remain above 60 FPS.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU had a launch MSRP of $449, and the GPU had a launch MSRP of 399 USD.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1190 out of 1637 combos places it in the 27th percentile of all tested systems for Lockdown Protocol. This is a modest position, reflecting the RTX 2060 SUPER’s age and its 63rd percentile ranking among all GPUs. The CPU, by contrast, is an 83rd percentile part, meaning the processor is significantly stronger than the graphics card in relative terms. This mismatch is evident in the FPS data: at 1080p Low, the CPU drives 156.8 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, the frame rate falls to 36 FPS, a drop of over 76%. The ranking suggests that users with this combo should not expect to compete with high-end systems, but the CPU provides headroom for future GPU upgrades. The data indicates that the bottleneck shifts from the CPU at low settings to the GPU at high settings and resolutions, with the GPU becoming the clear limiting factor at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 156.8 FPS on Low, 111.5 FPS on Medium, 98.6 FPS on High, and 73.5 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 83.3 FPS, a 53% reduction, indicating that settings have a significant impact on frame rate at this resolution. At 2560x1440, performance drops to 117.2 FPS on Low, 82.4 FPS on Medium, 74.8 FPS on High, and 55.2 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra is 62 FPS, a 53% reduction, consistent with the 1080p scaling. At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 76.6 FPS on Low, 53.9 FPS on Medium, 49.1 FPS on High, and 36 FPS on Ultra. The difference between Low and Ultra is 40.6 FPS, a 53% reduction, but the absolute numbers are much lower, with even Low settings barely exceeding 60 FPS.

The data shows a consistent pattern: Medium settings offer a substantial improvement over Low, while High and Ultra provide diminishing returns. For example, at 1080p, moving from Low to Medium costs 45.3 FPS (29% reduction), while moving from Medium to High costs only 12.9 FPS (12% reduction). This suggests that the GPU’s performance curve is steepest at lower settings, where the CPU can still push high frame rates, but becomes more gradual at higher settings, where the GPU is saturated.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and reveals the limiting component. At Low settings, the combo delivers 156.8 FPS at 1080p, 117.2 FPS at 1440p, and 76.6 FPS at 4K. This represents a 25% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 51% drop from 1080p to 4K. At Ultra settings, the frame rates are 73.5 FPS at 1080p, 55.2 FPS at 1440p, and 36 FPS at 4K, a 25% drop and a 51% drop, respectively. The consistency of these percentages across settings indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at all resolutions, as the CPU is capable of maintaining high frame rates at 1080p Low, but the GPU cannot scale its output to keep pace with the increased pixel count.

The scaling pattern is typical for a mid-range GPU in a modern title. The 5800X3D has enough headroom to drive high frame rates at 1080p, but the RTX 2060 SUPER’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth become strained at 4K. The data suggests that at 1440p, the combo is balanced, with the CPU still able to push frame rates above 100 FPS on Low settings, but at 4K, the GPU is clearly overmatched. Users targeting 4K should consider lowering settings to Low to achieve 76.6 FPS, which is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 98.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a good balance between visual quality and performance. Medium offers 111.5 FPS, a 13% improvement over High, but the visual difference may not justify the extra frame rate for most users. Ultra at 73.5 FPS is playable but represents a 25% reduction from High, making it less desirable for competitive play. For 1080p, High is the recommended preset, as it maintains smooth gameplay while preserving visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 74.8 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS target. Medium offers 82.4 FPS, a 10% improvement, while Low provides 117.2 FPS, a 57% improvement over High. For users prioritizing frame rate, Low is the best choice, but for a balance of visuals and performance, Medium is the sweet spot. Ultra at 55.2 FPS is below 60 FPS and should be avoided unless the user is willing to accept occasional stutters. At 3840x2160, only Low settings achieve a playable frame rate of 76.6 FPS. Medium (53.9 FPS), High (49.1 FPS), and Ultra (36 FPS) all fall below the 60 FPS threshold, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The data indicates that this combo is not well-suited for 4K gaming, and users should either reduce resolution to 1440p or accept Low settings at 4K.

The overall recommendation is to use High settings at 1080p for the best experience, as it provides 98.6 FPS with good visual quality. At 1440p, Medium settings (82.4 FPS) offer the best balance, while at 4K, Low settings (76.6 FPS) are the only viable option. The CPU is not the limiting factor in any scenario, as evidenced by the high frame rates at low settings, so users can safely adjust GPU-heavy settings without worrying about CPU bottlenecks.