Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a commanding performance profile in Lockdown Protocol, placing in the top 16.5% of all tested configurations. The data shows this pairing excels at high refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, while maintaining playable 4K performance, with the system's overall ranking of 270 out of 1637 combos underscoring its elite status.

FAQ

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

A: This combination ranks 270th out of 1637 tested combos, placing it in the top 16.5% of all configurations evaluated.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D?

A: The Ryzen 9 9900X scores an average benchmark of 54450, which is 0.4% behind the 9900X3D's 54681 average score, making the performance difference effectively negligible.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER sits in the 84th percentile, with its closest rival being the NVIDIA RTX A6000, which scores 42653 versus 42576 for the 4070 SUPER — a 0.2% difference.

Q: What is the best 1080p result achieved by this system?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system reaches an average of 287.8 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded across all tested resolutions and settings.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 61.8, which remains above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, though it is the lowest score in the dataset.

Q: What is the CPU's single-threaded capability relative to its multi-threaded score?

A: The CPU scores 6555 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 46438 in multi-core, showing a roughly 7x scaling factor that indicates strong per-core performance for gaming workloads.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary driver of Lockdown Protocol's visual output, equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration proves sufficient for the game's demands, as evidenced by the measured frame rates across all settings. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz, combined with its 7168 shading units, allows it to maintain high throughput even at 4K resolution.

Benchmark data places the RTX 4070 SUPER in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 42576. Its closest competitor, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, scores 42653, a mere 0.2% difference that puts the 4070 SUPER in a virtual tie with a workstation-class card. The GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 554.4 GTexel/s texture rate provide ample headroom for the game's rendering demands.

In Lockdown Protocol specifically, the GPU's role becomes evident in the scaling from Medium to Ultra settings. At 2560x1440, the transition from Medium (148.6 FPS) to Ultra (100.9 FPS) represents a 32% performance hit, showing how the GPU's compute resources are taxed by higher-quality effects. The 4K Ultra result of 61.8 FPS demonstrates the GPU's capability to handle the game's maximum visual fidelity, though the 134.4 FPS at 4K Low shows significant untapped potential when settings are reduced.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X provides the computational backbone for Lockdown Protocol, featuring 12 cores and 24 threads from the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process. With a base clock of 4.40 GHz and boost up to 5.60 GHz, the CPU delivers exceptional single-thread performance, scoring 6555 in Cinebench R23 single-core — a critical metric for FPS games that often rely on strong per-core speed.

The CPU's multi-threaded capability is equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 46438 and a PassMark multithread score of 54643. This places the 9900X in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54450. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D, scores 54681, a 0.4% delta that puts the two chips in the same performance class.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions where GPU load diminishes. At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 287.8 FPS, a figure that heavily relies on the CPU's ability to feed the GPU with frame data. The 24 threads and 64 MB of shared L3 cache help maintain consistent frame pacing, as shown by the smooth scaling from 135.5 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 287.8 FPS at 1080p Low — a 2.1x improvement that indicates the CPU is not a bottleneck at these settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates: Low settings produce 287.8 FPS, Medium achieves 204.5 FPS, High reaches 180.6 FPS, and Ultra maintains 135.5 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p gaming is thoroughly covered, with even the most demanding preset exceeding 135 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the results remain strong but show the expected performance scaling. Low settings yield 209.4 FPS, Medium drops to 148.6 FPS, High settles at 132.7 FPS, and Ultra still maintains triple-digit performance at 100.9 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result is particularly notable, as it keeps the system above 100 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to feel the pressure of increased pixel count. Low settings produce 134.4 FPS, Medium delivers 97.4 FPS, High achieves 88 FPS, and Ultra drops to 61.8 FPS. The 4K Ultra result sits just above the 60 FPS playability threshold, while 4K High maintains a comfortable 88 FPS. These figures demonstrate that the RTX 4070 SUPER can handle 4K gaming, though users seeking maximum frame rates should consider Medium or Low settings at this resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves a rank of 270 out of 1637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 16.5% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the synergy between a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU, resulting in performance that outperforms the vast majority of systems.

The CPU's 94th percentile standing among all processors means it outperforms 94% of CPUs, while the GPU's 84th percentile ranking places it above 84% of graphics cards. When paired, these components create a system that excels in both CPU-bound and GPU-bound scenarios, as evidenced by the consistent performance across all resolution and settings combinations.

The data shows this combo competes favorably with systems featuring more expensive components. The CPU's average benchmark score of 54450 is within 1.8% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF (55421) and 1.5% of the Core Ultra 5 245K (55304), while the GPU's performance is essentially tied with the RTX A6000 at a 0.2% delta. This combination of high-tier components ensures that Lockdown Protocol runs smoothly regardless of the user's display configuration.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080 displays, Ultra settings provide 135.5 FPS, which is sufficient for most gaming monitors, while High settings at 180.6 FPS offer a balance between visual fidelity and frame rate that benefits competitive play. Users with 240 Hz monitors should consider Medium settings at 204.5 FPS for the smoothest experience.

At 2560x1440, the sweet spot is High settings, which deliver 132.7 FPS — a figure that pairs well with 144 Hz monitors. Ultra settings at 100.9 FPS remain viable for those prioritizing visual quality, while Medium at 148.6 FPS offers a middle ground for users wanting higher frame rates without sacrificing too much detail. The data suggests that 1440p High is the most balanced configuration for this resolution.

For 3840x2160, Medium settings at 97.4 FPS provide the best experience, offering smooth performance while maintaining reasonable visual quality. High settings at 88 FPS are also recommended for users who prefer better graphics, while Ultra at 61.8 FPS should only be used when visual fidelity is paramount and users can tolerate frame rates near 60 FPS. Low settings at 134.4 FPS are overkill for most 4K displays but useful for competitive play.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the limiting component at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 287.8 FPS on Low settings, but this drops to 209.4 FPS at 2560x1440 and 134.4 FPS at 3840x2160 — representing a 27% and 53% reduction respectively. This scaling pattern indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiting factor, as the GPU has ample headroom to render frames quickly.

At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows a 34% FPS drop (132.7 to 88), while the same transition at Medium settings results in a 34% reduction (148.6 to 97.4). These consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the RTX 4070 SUPER's pixel throughput is the limiting factor at 4K, as the CPU's 12-core configuration provides sufficient processing power.

The data shows that the system is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, where neither component is severely bottlenecked. At 1080p, the CPU's 5.60 GHz boost clock and 24 threads prevent it from becoming a significant constraint, while at 4K, the GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth allow it to handle the increased resolution load, albeit with reduced frame rates. This balance makes the combo versatile across all three resolutions, with users able to tailor settings to their preferred performance target.