Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen 7 9700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB delivers a playable Lockdown Protocol experience across all tested resolutions, but the data reveals a clear GPU-bound pattern at higher settings. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 219 FPS average, while 4K Ultra drops to 48 FPS average, indicating that resolution scaling and preset choice dramatically alter performance. This combination ranks 1054th out of 2828 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. The CPU's 94th percentile standing among all processors contrasts sharply with the GPU's 19th percentile, suggesting the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB is the primary limiter in this system.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep performance curve as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the system produces 219 FPS average, which falls to 160 FPS at 1440p Low and further to 104 FPS at 4K Low. This represents a 52.5% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 35% drop from 1440p to 4K at Low settings. The pattern indicates that even at the lowest preset, the GPU workload scales heavily with pixel count, a hallmark of a graphics-bound scenario.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but with lower absolute values: 136 FPS at 1080p, 99 FPS at 1440p, and 64 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 27.2% from 1080p to 1440p and 35.4% from 1440p to 4K. Medium settings show 155 FPS at 1080p, 114 FPS at 1440p, and 74 FPS at 4K, with corresponding drops of 26.5% and 35.1%. Ultra settings produce 102 FPS at 1080p, 75 FPS at 1440p, and 48 FPS at 4K, with drops of 26.5% and 36%.

The consistency of these percentage drops across all four presets is notable. Each step from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 26-27% of performance, while each step from 1440p to 4K costs roughly 35-36%. This uniformity suggests that the limiting component does not change with resolution; rather, the GPU's rendering pipeline is consistently the bottleneck. The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB's 128-bit memory bus and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth appear insufficient to maintain higher frame rates at 4K, where the pixel throughput demands exceed what the card can deliver.

The 4K Ultra result of 48 FPS average is particularly telling. While technically playable, it falls below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for smooth competitive play. The 4K Medium result of 74 FPS is more acceptable, but still requires a compromise in visual fidelity. The data strongly suggests that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, where even Ultra settings maintain 75 FPS average, and Low reaches 160 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Granite Ridge. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The CPU's benchmark scores show a strong single-thread performance of 4691 in Passmark, which is critical for FPS games like Lockdown Protocol that rely heavily on per-core performance for game logic and physics.

The CPU's multithreaded score of 36470 in Passmark places it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 69996. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (0.2% higher), Intel Core i7-14700KF (0.2% lower), AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (0.7% higher), and Intel Core i7-14700K (0.9% higher). These deltas are all within 1%, indicating that the 9700F performs essentially on par with these high-end desktop and mobile processors.

The CPU's L3 cache of 32 MB shared, combined with 1 MB L2 cache per core and 80 KB L1 cache per core, provides ample fast memory for game data. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth over dual-channel DDR5 is more than sufficient for Lockdown Protocol's requirements. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 4 nm process node from TSMC mean it runs efficiently, though the data shows that in this game, the CPU is rarely the limiting factor.

Evidence for CPU headroom comes from the FPS scaling pattern. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect similar FPS numbers across different resolutions at the same settings. Instead, we see FPS dropping by 26-36% with each resolution increase, which indicates GPU saturation. The 1080p Low result of 219 FPS average demonstrates that the CPU can push very high frame rates when the GPU is not overloaded, but even at 1080p Ultra, the system only manages 102 FPS, suggesting the GPU is already struggling with the higher preset.

The CPU's Passmark physics score of 2122 and integer math score of 120788 indicate strong computational capability for game logic. However, the benchmark results do not show any scenario where the CPU's performance ceiling is reached, as even the lowest FPS figures at 4K Ultra (48 FPS) are well above what would indicate CPU stalling. The 9700F's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample parallel processing for Lockdown Protocol's multi-threaded aspects, but the game appears to be primarily GPU-bound with this configuration.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset to choose based on resolution and performance targets. At 1080p, all four presets deliver playable frame rates, but the trade-offs are significant. Low settings produce 219 FPS average, which is ideal for competitive play where maximum frame rates matter more than visual quality. Medium settings yield 155 FPS, still excellent for competitive use, while High produces 136 FPS and Ultra drops to 102 FPS. For 1080p users, the data suggests that High settings offer the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, as 136 FPS remains well above the 60 FPS threshold while providing noticeably better graphics than Low or Medium.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts toward Medium settings. The Medium preset produces 114 FPS average with a minimum of 97 FPS and maximum of 131 FPS, providing a consistent experience that stays above 60 FPS even in demanding scenes. High settings at 1440p produce 99 FPS average, which is also playable, but the margin for error is smaller. Ultra settings at 1440p drop to 75 FPS average, which is still acceptable but may feel less smooth during intense action sequences. Low settings at 1440p reach 160 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial for a 1440p display.

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. Ultra settings produce only 48 FPS average, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable stuttering during fast-paced gameplay. High settings improve to 64 FPS average, barely crossing the 60 FPS line but with no margin for demanding scenes. Medium settings produce 74 FPS average with a minimum of 62 FPS, making it the only 4K preset that maintains a consistent 60+ FPS experience. Low settings at 4K reach 104 FPS, but at that point, the visual quality is so reduced that the 4K resolution provides little benefit.

The data indicates that Medium settings at 4K provide the best experience for users who prioritize smooth gameplay over maximum visual detail. The 62 FPS minimum at 4K Medium ensures that even the most demanding sequences remain fluid. For 1440p users, High settings offer the best compromise, while 1080p users can comfortably use High or even Ultra depending on their preference for visual quality versus frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB combination ranks 1054th out of 2828 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the 62.7th percentile of all tested systems. This is a solid mid-pack result, though it reflects the GPU's relatively modest performance tier. The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB's 19th percentile ranking among all GPUs, based on its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2913, is the primary factor limiting this combo's overall position.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database include the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF (0.1% higher score), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (0.2% higher), NVIDIA Quadro P600 (0.3% lower), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 (0.7% higher). These extremely small deltas indicate that the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB is positioned in a tightly clustered performance tier, where minor differences in architectural efficiency or clock speeds determine ranking.

The CPU's strong performance does not compensate for the GPU's limitations in this game. While the Ryzen 7 9700F ranks in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, the GPU's 19th percentile ranking means the system is heavily balanced toward CPU capability. In Lockdown Protocol, which appears to be GPU-bound based on the resolution scaling data, this imbalance results in a combo rank that is significantly lower than what the CPU alone would suggest.

Compared to the top combos in the database, this system falls short primarily in GPU-intensive scenarios. The 4K Ultra result of 48 FPS average is indicative of the GPU's struggle with high pixel counts and demanding presets. However, the combo's 1080p Low result of 219 FPS shows that it is capable of excellent performance in less demanding settings, making it a viable choice for competitive play at lower resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 60 FPS at 4K in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes, but only with reduced settings. The 4K Medium preset produces 74 FPS average with a 62 FPS minimum, while 4K High produces 64 FPS average. The 4K Ultra preset falls to 48 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combination?

A: The data shows 1440p provides the best balance of performance and visual quality. At 1440p High, the system produces 99 FPS average, while 1440p Medium reaches 114 FPS with a 97 FPS minimum. Even 1440p Ultra maintains 75 FPS average.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2913 is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF, 0.2% higher than the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB, 0.3% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro P600, and 0.7% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 9700F bottleneck the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB?

A: The data suggests no CPU bottleneck. The FPS drops consistently by 26-36% with each resolution increase across all settings, indicating the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking and high single-thread score of 4691 support this conclusion.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with this combo?

A: At 1080p Low, the system produces 219 FPS average. Medium settings yield 155 FPS with a 132 FPS minimum, High produces 136 FPS, and Ultra drops to 102 FPS average. All presets at 1080p maintain frame rates well above 60 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Lockdown Protocol?

A: This combo ranks 1054th out of 2828 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. The GPU's 19th percentile ranking limits the overall position despite the CPU's 94th percentile performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table shows all measured average FPS values for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB combination in Lockdown Protocol:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 (4K) | Low | 104 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 (4K) | Medium | 74 | 62 | 85 |

| 3840x2160 (4K) | High | 64 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 (4K) | Ultra | 48 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 (1440p) | Low | 160 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 (1440p) | Medium | 114 | 97 | 131 |

| 2560x1440 (1440p) | High | 99 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 (1440p) | Ultra | 75 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 (1080p) | Low | 219 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 (1080p) | Medium | 155 | 132 | 179 |

| 1920x1080 (1080p) | High | 136 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 (1080p) | Ultra | 102 | - | - |

The Medium settings rows include minimum and maximum FPS values, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range from 132 to 179 FPS indicates some variance but remains well within playable territory. The 1440p Medium range of 97 to 131 FPS shows tighter consistency, while 4K Medium ranges from 62 to 85 FPS, with the minimum still above the 60 FPS threshold.

The complete absence of FPS drops below 60 at Medium settings across all resolutions makes this preset the safest choice for consistent performance. The data confirms that while Ultra settings at 4K are technically playable at 48 FPS, they risk falling below smooth gameplay standards during intensive moments.