Lockdown Protocol

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400 + AMD Radeon RX 6600 combination sits at rank 1309 out of 1637 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol. This places it in the lower-middle tier of the database, meaning roughly 20% of tested configurations deliver higher average frame rates in this title. The ranking reflects a pairing where neither component dominates the other, but where the overall system lands behind many higher-end GPU and CPU combinations that the benchmark database has recorded.

Given that the GPU ranks at the 69th percentile among all tested graphics cards and the CPU sits at the 77th percentile among all processors, the combo's overall position at 1309 of 1637 suggests that Lockdown Protocol is particularly demanding on the graphics subsystem. The gap between component-level percentiles and the combo-level rank indicates that this game punishes the RX 6600 more severely than synthetic benchmarks might suggest, pulling the combined result down relative to what each part achieves individually.

The data shows a system that can deliver playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p with moderate settings, but which struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K. The rank implies that users with this combo should temper expectations for maximum visual fidelity, as the measured results across all resolutions and settings consistently show a system that is capable but not exceptional in this specific FPS title.

# GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 brings 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its clock profile shows a base of 1626 MHz, a game clock of 2044 MHz, and a boost clock of 2491 MHz. The RDNA 2.0 architecture with 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units provides the foundation for the frame rates observed in Lockdown Protocol.

The GPU's synthetic benchmark scores place it at the 69th percentile among all graphics cards, with notable results including a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1492 and a PassMark G3D score of 15096. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RX 6600 is essentially tied with the AMD Radeon 890M (0% delta), slightly behind the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (-0.2%), and marginally ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6700M (0.2%) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (0.5%).

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 34.3, while at 4K Low it reaches 69.3 — a spread of 35 FPS that is entirely determined by how heavily the rendering pipeline is loaded. This sensitivity to settings reveals that the RX 6600's 8 GB frame buffer and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors at higher resolutions, as the GPU cannot maintain headroom when both resolution and quality settings push memory and compute demands upward.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 provides 6 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its Alder Lake architecture on a 10 nm process includes 18 MB of shared L3 cache, with 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and its 65 W TDP indicates a power-efficient design that does not require exotic cooling solutions.

The CPU's benchmark results show a strong single-threaded performance profile, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 910, and scaling well to multi-threaded workloads with a 3DMark max-threads score of 5890 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935. The PassMark multithread score of 18747 and single-thread score of 3456 reinforce this picture. At the 77th percentile among all CPUs, the i5-12400 compares closely with the Intel Core i7-9700 (0.1% delta), Intel Core i7-8700 (-0.2% delta), AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX (-0.4% delta), and Intel Core i5-11600K (0.4% delta).

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions and settings where the GPU is less stressed. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 147.6 FPS, which suggests the i5-12400 can feed the RX 6600 adequately at this level. However, the gap between 1080p Low (147.6 FPS) and 1080p Ultra (66.1 FPS) shows that the game's rendering load, not CPU throughput, is the primary constraint once quality settings increase. The CPU's 12 threads are sufficient for this FPS title, as the data shows no evidence of a CPU bottleneck preventing the GPU from reaching its potential.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 147.6 FPS on Low, 103.8 FPS on Medium, 92.3 FPS on High, and 66.1 FPS on Ultra. This represents a drop of 81.5 FPS from Low to Ultra, with the largest single-step decrease occurring between Medium and High (11.5 FPS) and the largest between High and Ultra (26.2 FPS). The 1080p results show a system that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS at all settings except Ultra, where it still remains above the playable threshold but with less headroom.

Moving to 2560x1440, the measured results are 110 FPS on Low, 77 FPS on Medium, 64.6 FPS on High, and 53.1 FPS on Ultra. The step from Low to Medium costs 33 FPS, while the step from Medium to High costs 12.4 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 11.5 FPS. At 1440p, the system maintains 60+ FPS through High settings, but Ultra dips below that threshold, indicating that this resolution represents the practical ceiling for high-quality play.

At 3840x2160, the results show 69.3 FPS on Low, 49.4 FPS on Medium, 44.4 FPS on High, and 34.3 FPS on Ultra. Only the Low preset delivers a smooth experience at 4K, and even that barely exceeds 60 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 4K costs 35 FPS, with the largest single drop between Low and Medium (19.9 FPS). These numbers reveal that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant compromises in visual quality to maintain acceptable frame rates.

# FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1080p for this combo?

A: At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 92.3 FPS, which provides a strong balance between visual quality and performance. Upgrading to Ultra costs 26.2 FPS (down to 66.1 FPS), while dropping to Medium gains only 11.5 FPS (up to 103.8 FPS). The High preset keeps frame rates well above 60 FPS while preserving more visual fidelity than Medium.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440 the system achieves 64.6 FPS on High settings, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The Low preset reaches 110 FPS and Medium hits 77 FPS, but Ultra drops to 53.1 FPS, so users should stick with High or below for the best experience at this resolution.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 6600's average benchmark score of 25235 is essentially identical to the AMD Radeon 890M (25246, 0% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (25287, -0.2% delta). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6700M (25180, 0.2% delta) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (25120, 0.5% delta).

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance relative to its rivals?

A: The i5-12400's average benchmark score of 19850 is within 0.4% of all four nearest rivals. It is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-9700 (19831), 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i5-11600K (19771), and 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-8700 (19894) and 0.4% behind the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX (19928).

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combination?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset (69.3 FPS) exceeds 60 FPS. Medium delivers 49.4 FPS, High drops to 44.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 34.3 FPS. For consistent smoothness, users would need to accept Low settings at 4K, which undermines the visual benefits of that resolution.

Q: How much performance is lost going from 1080p to 4K at the same settings?

A: On Low settings, the drop from 147.6 FPS at 1080p to 69.3 FPS at 4K represents a 53% reduction. On High settings, the drop is from 92.3 FPS to 44.4 FPS, a 52% reduction. This consistent halving of frame rates across settings indicates that resolution scaling is the dominant factor for this GPU.

# Settings Recommendations

The data shows a clear pattern: the Low preset at each resolution provides the highest frame rates, but the quality trade-off is significant. At 1080p, the High preset at 92.3 FPS offers the best balance, as it maintains comfortable headroom above 60 FPS while providing substantially better visuals than Low or Medium. The Ultra preset at 66.1 FPS is still playable, but the 26.2 FPS cost over High is substantial for the incremental quality gain.

At 1440p, the High preset at 64.6 FPS is the recommended choice for users who prioritize visual quality while staying above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 77 FPS provides more headroom for competitive play, while Ultra at 53.1 FPS dips below the smoothness threshold and should be avoided unless the user accepts occasional frame pacing issues.

For 4K, the Low preset at 69.3 FPS is the only viable option for smooth gameplay. Medium at 49.4 FPS and High at 44.4 FPS are below ideal thresholds, and Ultra at 34.3 FPS is only suitable for cinematic, non-competitive scenarios. The measured data suggests that this combo is not well-suited for 4K gaming unless the user is willing to significantly reduce visual fidelity.

# Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K reveals the limiting component clearly. At Low settings, the drop is from 147.6 FPS at 1080p to 110 FPS at 1440p (a 25.5% reduction) and then to 69.3 FPS at 4K (a 37% reduction from 1440p). At High settings, the progression is 92.3 FPS at 1080p, 64.6 FPS at 1440p (a 30% reduction), and 44.4 FPS at 4K (a 31.3% reduction from 1440p).

This consistent ~30% reduction per resolution step at higher settings, combined with the larger drops at Low settings, indicates that the GPU is the primary constraint as pixel count increases. The RX 6600's 8 GB frame buffer and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to maintain frame rates when the rendering resolution quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

The CPU's role becomes less significant at higher resolutions, as the i5-12400's strong single-threaded performance (3DMark single-thread score of 910) ensures it can keep up with the GPU's demands even at 1080p Low where frame rates approach 150 FPS. The data shows that users with this combo should prioritize GPU-side settings adjustments when targeting higher resolutions, as the CPU has ample headroom to support the RX 6600 across all tested configurations.