Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER pairing delivers a remarkably strong experience in Lockdown Protocol, placing in the 265th spot out of 1,637 tested combos. This places it comfortably in the top 16% of all configurations, indicating a well-balanced system for this FPS title. The data shows that this combination is capable of high refresh rates even at demanding resolutions, with the bottleneck shifting between the CPU and GPU depending on the settings and resolution chosen.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which provides substantial single-threaded performance. The processor's cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 32 MB of L3 cache. This high-frequency, 8-core design is well-suited for a modern FPS like Lockdown Protocol, which benefits from both strong single-thread performance for game logic and enough multi-threading to handle background tasks.

The processor’s benchmark results support its standing. In Cinebench R23, it scores 30,325 in multi-core and 4,281 in single-core tests. Its Passmark single-thread score is 4,190, and its multithread score is 35,686. These figures place the CPU in the 89th percentile among all processors. Compared to its nearest rivals, the 7700X is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-13500, which has an average score 0.4% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12800HX, which is 0.5% higher. The data indicates the 7700X provides a solid foundation that will not typically limit frame rates in this game, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU's high clock speeds are crucial.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its core clocks are set at a base of 1980 MHz and a boost of 2475 MHz. The GPU's memory clock runs at 1313 MHz, which translates to an effective speed of 21 Gbps. This configuration, with its 7,168 shading units, is more than capable of handling the graphical demands of Lockdown Protocol.

The GPU's performance is strong, landing it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. Its Passmark G3D score is 29,995, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 4,627. When compared to its closest rivals, the RTX 4070 SUPER is effectively at parity: the NVIDIA RTX A6000 is 0.2% slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE is 0.3% slower, while the AMD Radeon Pro 580X is 1.4% faster. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is ample for the settings tested, as the GPU is able to maintain high average frame rates across all resolutions, suggesting that VRAM is not a limiting factor in these measurements.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Analyzing the measured FPS data, the most optimal experience depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset is the standout choice, delivering an average of 177.5 FPS. This is a significant jump from the 135.8 FPS of the Ultra preset, while the visual difference between High and Ultra is often minimal in fast-paced games. The Low preset at 1080p yields 289.3 FPS, but this high frame rate comes at a considerable visual cost and is unnecessary for most displays.

At 2560x1440, the High preset again provides the best balance, achieving an average of 134.6 FPS. The Medium preset is close at 149.8 FPS, but the High preset offers better visual fidelity for a relatively small performance hit. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 97 FPS, which is still playable but less ideal for competitive play. For 3840x2160, the landscape changes; the High preset still leads with an average of 84.3 FPS, which is smooth for a 60Hz display. The Medium preset at 96.6 FPS is also viable, but High provides a more complete visual experience. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 64.7 FPS, making it the least attractive option for this resolution.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 265th out of 1,637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places this specific pairing in the 83.8th percentile of all configurations tested for this game. The ranking indicates that this combo is highly capable, outperforming the vast majority of other pairings.

While the CPU and GPU are evenly matched in general benchmarks, the performance data suggests this is a cohesive pairing. The CPU is powerful enough to feed the GPU at high frame rates, especially at 1080p, where the system achieves an average of 289.3 FPS on Low settings. At 4K, the GPU becomes the more significant factor, with the CPU's role diminishing. The result is a system that performs consistently well across the board, securing a top-tier ranking without a notable bottleneck in either component.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X a good match for the RTX 4070 SUPER in this game?

A: Yes, the benchmark data shows this combo ranks 265th out of 1,637 tested, indicating a well-balanced pairing that delivers high frame rates across all resolutions.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve the highest frame rates?

A: The data shows the highest average FPS is at 1920x1080, with the Low preset achieving 289.3 FPS and the High preset achieving 177.5 FPS.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset with this hardware?

A: The Ultra preset causes a significant frame rate drop compared to High. At 2560x1440, Ultra yields 97 FPS versus High's 134.6 FPS, making the High preset a more practical choice for high-refresh-rate gaming.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its direct competition?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X has an average benchmark score of 34,313, which is within 0.8% of its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i5-13500 and Intel Core Ultra 7 165H.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its direct competition?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 42,576, with its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, being only 0.2% slower.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming?

A: Yes, the data shows it can achieve an average of 84.3 FPS at 3840x2160 on High settings, which is suitable for a smooth 4K experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 289.3 FPS on Low, 205 FPS on Medium, 177.5 FPS on High, and 135.8 FPS on Ultra. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent, but not linear, decline in performance as graphical fidelity increases.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 215.1 FPS on Low, 149.8 FPS on Medium, 134.6 FPS on High, and 97 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Medium and High narrows at this resolution, while the drop to Ultra becomes more pronounced. Finally, at 3840x2160, the system achieves an average of 137.9 FPS on Low, 96.6 FPS on Medium, 84.3 FPS on High, and 64.7 FPS on Ultra. The 4K data shows that while the GPU is still strong, the higher resolution places more strain on it, with the difference between High and Ultra becoming less significant in terms of playability.