Lockdown Protocol

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the AMD Radeon 890M delivers a playable but constrained experience in Lockdown Protocol, with the integrated GPU acting as the definitive bottleneck across all tested settings. The data shows that this combo is strictly a 1080p solution, where it can achieve smooth frame rates at lower presets, but it struggles to maintain acceptable performance at higher resolutions or with maximum graphical fidelity. The benchmark results indicate a clear hierarchy: resolution scaling and preset selection dramatically impact playability, and the system’s overall rank places it near the bottom of the tested database, underscoring its limitations for this FPS title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is severe and reveals a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 78 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same Low preset drops the average to 58 FPS, a reduction of 20 FPS (approximately 26%). The jump to 4K Low yields an average of 37 FPS, which is less than half of the 1080p Low result. This steep decline indicates that the Radeon 890M’s compute and memory bandwidth are saturated quickly as pixel count increases.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all presets. For High settings, the average FPS falls from 49 at 1080p to 36 at 1440p and then to 23 at 4K. The Medium preset shows a similar trajectory: 56 FPS at 1080p, 41 FPS at 1440p, and 26 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset, while already demanding, sees the most dramatic relative drop, going from 36 FPS at 1080p to 27 FPS at 1440p and finally to a slideshow-like 17 FPS at 4K. These figures suggest that the limiting component is not the 16-core Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, which has ample headroom, but rather the integrated Radeon 890M’s inability to feed the frame buffer at higher resolutions.

The data points to a classic integrated graphics bottleneck. While the CPU’s Zen 5 architecture and 64 MB of shared L3 cache ensure that physics, AI, and game logic are handled without issue, the GPU’s 1024 shading units and 32 ROPs are simply overwhelmed by the pixel throughput required at 1440p and 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is significant, but the gap between 1440p and 4K is even more punishing, suggesting that the GPU’s memory interface, which uses system shared memory, becomes the primary constraint at 4K. For users targeting 1440p, the average FPS figures across all presets (27 to 58) indicate that only Low settings approach a consistently playable experience, while 4K is effectively unplayable for any serious gaming session.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 890M is the decisive factor in this combo’s performance, and its specifications explain the measured results. The GPU operates with a base clock of 400 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz, which allows for bursts of performance but does not compensate for its limited resource pool. Its memory configuration is entirely system-shared, meaning it relies on the CPU’s LPDDR5X memory, with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent." This dependency is a critical weakness; the GPU cannot access dedicated VRAM, so its performance is tied to the memory controller and the system’s overall memory speed.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s 5.939 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is the raw horsepower available for rendering. The benchmarks show that this is sufficient for 1080p Low, where the 78 FPS average suggests the GPU is not fully saturated. However, as settings and resolution increase, the demand on the shading units and TMUs grows faster than the GPU can scale. The chip’s 64 TMUs and 32 ROPs are modest figures, and the texture rate of 185.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 92.80 GPixel/s are quickly exceeded by the game’s visual effects at higher presets.

The GPU’s percentile rank of 45th versus all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 9210 place it in the lower-midrange tier, directly competing with older discrete cards like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, which has a nearly identical average score of 9273 (a -0.7% delta). This context is crucial: the 890M is not a weak iGPU by integrated standards, but it is not a discrete-class performer. The data shows that the 890M’s performance is roughly on par with a GTX 960, which was a mainstream card from a previous generation. Consequently, the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol reflects that historical performance level, meaning users should temper expectations and treat the 890M as a capable entry-level GPU rather than a high-refresh-rate solution.

The relationship between the GPU’s clocks and the game’s results is evident in the 4K Ultra score of 17 FPS. This low figure is not a CPU limitation but a GPU one, as the boost clock cannot sustain the load, and the shared memory bandwidth becomes a severe bottleneck. The measured FPS data, particularly the min FPS values for Medium presets (22 FPS at 4K, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 47 FPS at 1080p), shows that frame pacing suffers under load, further indicating that the GPU is the weak link. There is no scenario in the data where the CPU’s performance, such as its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35314, would be the limiting factor for this game’s frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s position in the database is unambiguous: it ranks 2675 out of 2828 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the bottom 5% of all systems tested, which is a stark indicator of its performance ceiling. The rank reflects that the vast majority of other CPU-GPU pairings, including those with discrete graphics cards, are able to achieve higher frame rates in this title. The data shows that this specific pairing of a high-end mobile CPU with an integrated GPU is a mismatch for a demanding FPS game like Lockdown Protocol, where sustained high FPS is often critical for competitive play.

While the CPU itself is a top-tier part—its percentile rank versus all CPUs is 95th, and its average benchmark score of 77740 is competitive with the Intel Core i9-14900K, which scores 79097 (a -1.7% delta for the Ryzen)—the GPU’s 45th percentile rank pulls the entire combo down. The combination’s overall rank is not an average of the two components’ ranks but a reflection of the system’s measured performance in-game. Since the GPU is the bottleneck, the combo’s rank is closer to the GPU’s percentile than the CPU’s. The nearest rivals for the GPU, such as the AMD Radeon Vega 8 (delta -0.1%) and the GTX 960 (delta -0.7%), offer a frame of reference: these are all GPUs that would struggle with modern titles at high settings.

The data suggests that the combo’s rank is not a surprise but a mathematical outcome of pairing a 95th-percentile CPU with a 45th-percentile GPU. For Lockdown Protocol, the rank indicates that users should not expect to compete with systems featuring discrete graphics. The 2675th rank out of 2828 is a definitive statement that this setup is designed for productivity or light gaming, not for high-end FPS performance. The measured FPS data aligns with this rank, showing that even the best-case scenario (1080p Low at 78 FPS) is only marginally above what many would consider a minimum playable threshold for a fast-paced shooter.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s capabilities across twelve different configurations. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings produce an average of 78 FPS, Medium yields 56 FPS (with a min of 47 and max of 64), High drops to 49 FPS, and Ultra falls to 36 FPS. The 1080p Low figure is the only one that approaches a high-refresh-rate experience, while the Medium and High presets are still playable for casual gaming but may show noticeable frame drops in intense firefights.

Scaling to 2560x1440, the averages decrease significantly: Low averages 58 FPS, Medium averages 41 FPS (min 35, max 47), High averages 36 FPS, and Ultra averages 27 FPS. At this resolution, only Low settings offer a consistently smooth experience, while Medium and High are borderline, and Ultra is not recommended. The 1440p results show a clear drop-off, with the 58 FPS Low result being 20 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result, confirming the GPU’s resolution scaling limitations.

At 3840x2160, the results are poor across the board: Low averages 37 FPS, Medium averages 26 FPS (min 22, max 30), High averages 23 FPS, and Ultra averages 17 FPS. None of these figures are suitable for a competitive FPS, and even the Low preset at 37 FPS is below the 60 FPS target most players expect. The 4K Medium and High results are nearly identical, suggesting that the GPU has hit a hard performance wall where additional graphical features have minimal impact on frame rate because the core rendering load is already too high.

The data also reveals that the difference between Low and Ultra at the same resolution is substantial. At 1080p, the gap is 42 FPS (78 vs 36), which is a 54% drop. At 1440p, the gap is 31 FPS (58 vs 27), a 53% drop. At 4K, the gap is 20 FPS (37 vs 17), a 54% drop. This consistent percentage drop indicates that the GPU’s architectural limits scale linearly with settings, and the Ultra preset is disproportionately punishing for the 890M’s compute resources.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which yields an average of 78 FPS. This is the only configuration that consistently exceeds the 60 FPS threshold, making it the clear choice for a smooth, responsive experience in Lockdown Protocol. The Low preset at 1080p provides a significant performance headroom, which is beneficial in a fast-paced FPS where frame drops can be critical.

For users who prioritize visual quality over raw frame rate, the 1080p Medium preset, averaging 56 FPS, is a viable alternative. The min FPS of 47 and max of 64 indicate that the frame rate is stable enough for most gameplay, though it may dip in heavy combat scenarios. The 1080p High preset at 49 FPS is playable but not ideal, and the Ultra preset at 36 FPS is not recommended for any serious gaming, as the low average will lead to a stuttery and unresponsive feel.

At 1440p, the data strongly suggests that only the Low preset, at 58 FPS, is worth considering. The Medium preset at 41 FPS is borderline, and the High (36 FPS) and Ultra (27 FPS) presets are too slow for a competitive shooter. For the best balance of visuals and performance at 1440p, the Low preset is the only sensible choice, but users should be aware that the experience will be less visually rich than what a discrete GPU could offer.

The 4K resolution is effectively off-limits for this combo. Even the Low preset at 37 FPS is below the playable threshold for most users, and the higher presets are simply not viable. The data indicates that the Radeon 890M does not have the bandwidth or compute power to handle 4K rendering in Lockdown Protocol, regardless of settings. Therefore, the recommendation is to avoid 4K entirely and focus on 1080p or 1440p Low for the best experience.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings combo for this system in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The best measured performance is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves an average of 78 FPS. This is the only configuration that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for smooth gameplay.

*Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 4K?*

A: No. The measured FPS at 3840x2160 ranges from 17 FPS on Ultra to 37 FPS on Low, all of which are below a playable threshold for an FPS title. The Radeon 890M lacks the necessary performance for 4K rendering in this game.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 890M compare to its closest rivals in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The Radeon 890M has an average benchmark score of 9210. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Vega 8, scores 9221, which is a -0.1% delta. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 scores 9273, a -0.7% delta, and the GTX 465 scores 9294, a -0.9% delta. This indicates the 890M performs similarly to these older discrete cards.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 78 on Low to 36 on Ultra, a difference of 42 FPS, or approximately 54%. This shows that the Ultra preset places a significantly higher load on the GPU.

*Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor for this combo in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU has a 95th percentile rank, while the GPU has a 45th percentile rank. The severe frame rate drops when increasing resolution and settings are consistent with a GPU bottleneck, not a CPU limitation.

Q: What is the overall rank of this combo compared to other tested systems?

A: This combo ranks 2675 out of 2828 tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the bottom 5% of all tested systems, reflecting the integrated GPU’s performance constraints.