Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 produces a capable Lockdown Protocol setup, ranking 2043 out of 3714 tested combinations. This places the combo in the 55th percentile of all tested systems, indicating a solidly mid-pack performer that handles the game’s FPS demands across most resolutions and settings. The data shows a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K Ultra presenting the only real challenge. The following analysis breaks down the component roles, measured performance, and practical settings guidance based solely on the benchmark data provided.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU-GPU combo in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 2043 out of 3714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the middle of the field.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 has an average benchmark score of 77740. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX, scores 76513, which is 1.6% lower. The Intel Core i9-14900K scores 79097, putting it 1.7% ahead of the Ryzen AI Max+ 395.

Q: What is the GPU’s VRAM capacity and how does it relate to Lockdown Protocol?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth. This memory configuration supports the game’s texture and geometry demands at 1080p and 1440p, though 4K Ultra settings push the system to its limits at 41 FPS average.

Q: What are the measured FPS at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system delivers an average of 98 FPS, with a minimum of 83 FPS and a maximum of 113 FPS. This represents a smooth experience for a competitive FPS title.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU become the limiting factor at 4K?

A: The data indicates a GPU-bound scenario at 3840x2160. The average FPS drops from 55 at High to 41 at Ultra, while the CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads remain underutilized relative to the GPU’s workload at this resolution.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread performance indicator?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 2044 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2464 in Geekbench single-core. These scores, combined with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, indicate strong per-core performance that supports high FPS in CPU-bound scenarios like 1080p Low.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. Its base clock is 1920 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and it houses 5888 shading units alongside 184 texture mapping units and 64 raster operation processors. The GPU also includes 46 ray tracing cores and 184 tensor cores, providing 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. These specifications position the RTX 4070 as a mainstream-to-upper-midrange card that handles most titles at high settings.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth proves sufficient for 1080p and 1440p across all settings. At 1920x1080, the card delivers 117 FPS average on High and 189 FPS on Low, demonstrating headroom for high-refresh monitors. At 2560x1440, performance remains strong: 86 FPS on High and 138 FPS on Low. The memory bus width of 192 bits and 21 Gbps effective memory speed support these frame rates without obvious stuttering or texture pop-in based on the measured data.

However, at 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits become apparent. The average FPS drops to 55 on High and 41 on Ultra, with Medium delivering 63 FPS. This pattern suggests that the RTX 4070’s 12 GB VRAM and 158.4 GPixel/s pixel rate are adequate for lower resolutions but struggle to maintain fluid frame rates at 4K with higher presets. The GPU’s percentile rank of 81 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648, places it near the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (0.1% difference) and AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (0.4% difference), while the RTX 4080 Mobile leads by 1.3%. These comparisons highlight that the RTX 4070 is a balanced performer but not a top-tier card for 4K gaming.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a mobile processor featuring 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture (Strix Halo). It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and boosts up to 5.10 GHz, with a TDP of 55 W. The CPU uses 4 nm process technology from TSMC and supports LPDDR5X memory in a quad-channel configuration with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache.

For Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s multi-threaded capabilities are substantial, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35314 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 20992. The PassMark multithread score of 54934 further confirms strong parallel processing. However, the game’s FPS results suggest that single-thread performance is more critical for achieving high frame rates. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2044 and Geekbench single-core score of 2464, combined with the 5.10 GHz boost clock, provide sufficient per-core speed to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at 1080p and 1440p.

At 1920x1080 Low, the system reaches 189 FPS average, which is likely CPU-limited given the lower graphical load. The CPU’s percentile rank of 95 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77740, places it 1.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX and 2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, while trailing the Intel Core i9-14900K by 1.7%. This positioning indicates that the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a high-end CPU that can feed the RTX 4070 effectively, though at 4K the GPU becomes the primary constraint.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 2043 out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol. This rank places it in the 55th percentile, meaning about 45% of tested combos perform worse and 55% perform better. The rank reflects a balanced pairing where neither component drastically undermines the other, but the system does not reach the top tiers of performance.

The CPU’s strong multi-core and single-core scores (95th percentile among all CPUs) do not fully translate into top-tier gaming performance because the GPU’s 81st percentile rank acts as a limiting factor. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as 1080p Low, the combo achieves 189 FPS, which is respectable but not class-leading. In GPU-bound scenarios, such as 4K Ultra, the 41 FPS average pulls the overall rank down. The data suggests that the combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers fluid frame rates, but it falls short of 4K high-refresh expectations. Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing sits near the median, offering consistent performance without exceptional highs or lows.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 189 FPS, Medium yields 134 FPS with a minimum of 114 and maximum of 154, High provides 117 FPS, and Ultra drops to 88 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p gaming is smooth across all presets, with even Ultra maintaining above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows expected scaling. Low settings average 138 FPS, Medium averages 98 FPS (minimum 83, maximum 113), High averages 86 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The 1440p results demonstrate that the combo can handle competitive play at Medium or High settings without sacrificing frame rate, while Ultra remains playable for less demanding scenarios.

At 3840x2160, the system’s limitations become evident. Low settings average 89 FPS, Medium averages 63 FPS (minimum 54, maximum 73), High averages 55 FPS, and Ultra averages 41 FPS. The 4K data shows a clear deterioration in performance as settings increase, with Ultra falling below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider minimum for an FPS title. The minimum FPS of 54 at 4K Medium further indicates occasional dips that could affect gameplay smoothness.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver 88 FPS average, which is sufficient for most players. However, High settings at 117 FPS provide a better balance of visual quality and performance, while Medium at 134 FPS offers an even smoother experience for competitive play. For players prioritizing maximum frame rates, Low at 189 FPS is the clear choice.

At 2560x1440, High settings yield 86 FPS average, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced FPS action. Medium settings at 98 FPS (minimum 83) provide a better experience, maintaining frame rates above 80 FPS even in demanding scenes. Ultra at 64 FPS is borderline, suitable for single-player or slower gameplay but potentially problematic for competitive matches. Low at 138 FPS remains the best option for high-refresh 1440p monitors.

At 3840x2160, the recommendations shift to lower presets. Medium settings at 63 FPS average (minimum 54) are the highest playable option, though the minimum dips below 60 FPS. High at 55 FPS and Ultra at 41 FPS are not recommended for smooth gameplay. Low at 89 FPS is the only 4K preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, making it the practical choice for 4K gaming with this combo. For the best overall experience, the data supports using Medium settings at 1440p, which balances visual fidelity with frame rates above 90 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals the limiting component dynamics. Moving from 1920x1080 Low (189 FPS) to 2560x1440 Low (138 FPS) represents a 27% reduction, while moving from 1440p Low to 3840x2160 Low (89 FPS) represents a 35.5% reduction. For High settings, the drops are from 117 FPS at 1080p to 86 FPS at 1440p (26.5% reduction) and then to 55 FPS at 4K (36% reduction). These percentage drops are relatively consistent across settings, indicating that the scaling is primarily GPU-driven.

The data shows that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (boost clock 5.10 GHz) can push frame rates higher, but the GPU’s 29.15 TFLOPS of compute and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth become saturated at 4K. The 12 GB VRAM also approaches its capacity at 4K Ultra, contributing to the 41 FPS average. Conversely, the CPU’s multi-core capabilities (16 cores, 32 threads) are underutilized in this game, as Lockdown Protocol does not appear to scale with thread count beyond a certain point. The consistent percentage drops across settings reinforce that the RTX 4070 is the bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 provides ample headroom for the GPU to work at 1080p and 1440p. For users seeking higher 4K performance, reducing settings to Low (89 FPS) is the only viable path with this hardware combination.