Lockdown Protocol

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate does this combo deliver at 1080p with Low settings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 produces an average of 76.2 FPS at 1920x1080 on Low settings, which is the highest measured result across all tested resolutions and presets.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 14.8 FPS. This is the lowest measured result in the dataset, indicating the configuration is not suitable for 4K gaming at maximum quality.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 9800X3D a high-performing CPU relative to other processors?

A: Yes. The CPU sits in the 90th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37780. It trails the Intel Core i5-13600KF by only 0.7% in average score, making it a top-tier performer.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The GeForce GTX 1650 ranks in the 43rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 8713. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro P2200, scores 8671, a 0.5% difference.

Q: Which resolution provides the best balance of performance for this combo?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo achieves above 60 FPS on any preset. At 2560x1440, the highest average is 59.1 FPS on Low, while 3840x2160 never exceeds 39.1 FPS.

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

A: The combo ranks 1559 out of 1637 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 5% of all configurations for this game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a desktop processor built on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge) using TSMC's 4 nm process node. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The CPU features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is critical for gaming workloads that benefit from large, fast on-die memory pools. Its 120 W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth provide a robust foundation for compute-heavy tasks.

Benchmark results confirm the CPU's strength. In Cinebench R23, it scores 34004 in multicore and 4800 in single-core tests. Geekbench results show 18413 multicore and 3341 single-core scores. The PassMark multithread score reaches 40009, while the single-thread score is 4430. These numbers place the processor in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37780. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6353P, scores 37811, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 matches at 37831, again 0.1% off.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is to maintain consistent frame pacing and handle game logic, physics, and AI calculations. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 8252 and 16-thread score of 10081 indicate strong multi-core scaling, which benefits modern FPS titles that utilize multiple threads. However, the measured frame rates show the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 76.2 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 14.8 FPS — a clear sign that the GTX 1650 cannot keep pace with the CPU's capabilities.

The CPU's high single-thread performance, evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 1212 and PassMark single-thread score of 4430, ensures that even at lower settings where the GPU is less burdened, the processor does not introduce bottlenecks. With a 90th percentile ranking, the 9800X3D is far more capable than what the GPU can utilize in this configuration, making it a lopsided pairing for Lockdown Protocol.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is an end-of-life graphics card built on the Turing architecture (TU117 chip) using a 12 nm process node from TSMC. It features 896 shading units, 56 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1485 MHz and a boost clock of 1665 MHz, with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus providing 128.1 GB/s of bandwidth. Its 75 W TDP requires no external power connectors, and the card supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Benchmark data shows the GTX 1650's modest standing. It scores 7880 in PassMark G3D and 3048 in PassMark GPU compute. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it manages only 305. The GPU's average benchmark score is 8713, placing it in the 43rd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile, scores 8746, just 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon 550X matches at 8749, also 0.4% above.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 128.1 GB/s bandwidth become the primary constraints. The measured frame rates illustrate a steep performance cliff as resolution and settings increase. At 1920x1080, the card delivers 76.2 FPS on Low, 56.2 FPS on Medium, 46.1 FPS on High, and 38.3 FPS on Ultra. At 2560x1440, these figures drop to 59.1, 39.7, 32.7, and 27.2 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the results are 39.1 FPS on Low, 27.4 FPS on Medium, 22.8 FPS on High, and just 14.8 FPS on Ultra.

The pattern is consistent: each step from Low to Ultra costs roughly 15-25% of the frame rate, and each resolution increase from 1080p to 4K nearly halves performance. The 4 GB VRAM likely spills over at higher settings, causing the sharp declines. The GPU's 43rd percentile ranking, combined with its end-of-life status, makes it clear that this card is suited for 1080p gaming at lower presets, not for high-resolution or high-fidelity play.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear picture of which settings deliver the best experience for this combo. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 76.2 FPS, which is the only configuration in the entire dataset that reaches above 60 FPS. This is the recommended setup for smooth, competitive play in Lockdown Protocol. The Medium preset at 56.2 FPS is borderline playable but may feel less fluid during intense firefights. The High preset at 46.1 FPS and Ultra at 38.3 FPS fall below the ideal threshold for a fast-paced FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset hits 59.1 FPS, which is close to playable but not quite there. Medium drops to 39.7 FPS, High to 32.7 FPS, and Ultra to 27.2 FPS. None of these are recommended for a competitive experience. At 3840x2160, even the Low preset only manages 39.1 FPS, with Ultra falling to 14.8 FPS — far too low for any practical use.

The data suggests that 1080p Low is the only viable option for this pairing. The gap between Low and Medium at 1080p is 20 FPS, indicating that the GTX 1650 has little headroom for visual upgrades without sacrificing frame rate. Players seeking higher visual fidelity would need to accept sub-60 FPS performance, which is generally not advisable for an FPS title where reaction time matters. The combo's rank of 1559 out of 1637 reinforces that this configuration is not designed for high-end play; instead, it serves as a baseline setup for low-resolution, low-detail gaming.

How This Combo Ranks

In Lockdown Protocol, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 combination ranks 1559 out of 1637 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 5% of all configurations, a reflection of the severe GPU bottleneck. The CPU alone sits in the 90th percentile, while the GPU languishes in the 43rd percentile — a massive disparity that drags the overall combo ranking down.

The data shows this is a mismatched pairing. The 9800X3D's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34004 and single-core score of 4800 are elite-level results, but the GTX 1650's PassMark G3D score of 7880 cannot translate that processing power into frame rates. At 1080p Low, the combo manages 76.2 FPS, but this is a fraction of what the CPU could support with a stronger GPU. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10081 suggests the CPU can handle far more demanding workloads, yet the GPU's 128.1 GB/s bandwidth and 4 GB VRAM cap the system's output.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing's rank of 1559 indicates that most tested configurations outperform it, even those with weaker CPUs but stronger GPUs. The nearest GPU rivals — the RTX 3050 A Mobile, Radeon 550X, and Quadro P2200 — all score within 0.5% of the GTX 1650's average, so swapping the GPU for any of these would likely yield similar results. However, a GPU with a higher percentile ranking would unlock the CPU's potential, moving the combo significantly higher in the rankings.

The takeaway from the ranking is clear: the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is overkill for the GTX 1650 in this game. The CPU's 90th percentile standing is wasted when paired with a 43rd percentile GPU, resulting in a bottom-tier overall ranking. For Lockdown Protocol, this combo is best suited for low-resolution, low-settings play, and any upgrade path should prioritize the GPU to achieve a more balanced system.