Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers strong, high-refresh-rate performance in Lockdown Protocol. At 1080p, the combo easily pushes past 300 FPS on Low settings, and it maintains over 140 FPS on Ultra. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, with Ultra settings dipping to 67.9 FPS. This is a well-balanced pairing for competitive FPS play, where the CPU’s strong single-thread performance and the GPU’s substantial memory bandwidth combine to keep frame rates high.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 189.4 FPS at 1920x1080 on High. This places the system well above the 144 Hz refresh-rate threshold commonly targeted by competitive players.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27827, which is virtually identical to the Intel Core i9-10900K (27829, 0% delta). It is also 0.1% behind the i5-12600K and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700H.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a key factor in maintaining playable frame rates at 4K resolution.

Q: What is the highest measured FPS in the dataset?

A: The peak average is 303.2 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This shows the system’s headroom for extremely high refresh-rate displays.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti rank against all GPUs?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 44900, placing it in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which is 0.6% faster.

Q: What is the system’s overall rank in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combo ranks 179 out of 1637 tested combinations. This places it in the top 11% of all recorded system configurations for this game.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing for Lockdown Protocol, particularly as resolution increases. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for the game’s textures and effects. The GPU’s boost clock of 2610 MHz, paired with 7680 shading units, drives the raw rasterization performance needed for high frame rates.

The data shows the GPU’s influence clearly. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is a drop from 303.2 FPS to 144.7 FPS. This scaling is primarily due to GPU load. At 4K, the GPU becomes even more critical — the Ultra preset yields just 67.9 FPS, while Low produces 142.9 FPS. This 75 FPS gap highlights how much the GPU’s processing power and memory subsystem are taxed at higher resolutions.

In synthetic tests, the GPU scores 31624 in PassMark G3D and 5024 in 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12). These numbers, combined with its 85th percentile ranking, indicate that the RTX 4070 Ti is a high-end part. However, its performance relative to rivals is tight: it is 1.5% behind the Intel Arc A730M and 1.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 580. This suggests that within Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s real-world advantage comes from its driver optimization and memory bandwidth rather than a massive raw compute lead.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF provides the foundation for this system’s high FPS ceiling. With 10 cores and 16 threads, it offers sufficient parallel processing for modern game engines. Its boost clock of 4.90 GHz is a critical asset in Lockdown Protocol, where single-thread performance often dictates minimum frame rates in CPU-bound scenes.

The CPU’s benchmark results show a balanced profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 23444 multi-core and 3309 single-core. This single-core score is particularly relevant for FPS games, which typically rely on one or two threads for game logic and physics. The 3DMark scores — 1995 for 2 threads and 7956 for 16 threads — confirm that scaling is efficient up to 8 threads (6128), with diminishing returns beyond that.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-12600KF is effectively tied with the i9-10900K (0% delta) and i5-12600K (-0.1% delta). This means that in Lockdown Protocol, the CPU is unlikely to be the bottleneck at 1080p. The fact that the system achieves 303.2 FPS at 1080p Low suggests the CPU can feed the GPU at very high rates, though the 189.4 FPS at 1080p High indicates the GPU is already taking on more work.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 303.2 FPS (Low), 217.7 FPS (Medium), 189.4 FPS (High), and 144.7 FPS (Ultra). These numbers show a smooth progression, with each preset step costing roughly 20-30% performance.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 223 FPS (Low), 157.1 FPS (Medium), 139.9 FPS (High), and 104.1 FPS (Ultra). The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant — about 26% on Low, but only 28% on Ultra. This indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, the averages fall to 142.9 FPS (Low), 104.8 FPS (Medium), 91.5 FPS (High), and 67.9 FPS (Ultra). The 4K Ultra result is the only sub-70 FPS number in the entire dataset. This is a clear indication that the RTX 4070 Ti, while powerful, is pushed to its limits at 4K with maximum settings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial but not linear. On Low settings, the system loses 53% of its performance going from 1080p (303.2 FPS) to 4K (142.9 FPS). On Ultra, the loss is 53% as well (144.7 FPS to 67.9 FPS). This consistency suggests that the game’s rendering load scales predictably with pixel count.

However, the absolute numbers reveal where the bottleneck shifts. At 1080p Low, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU is not fully stressed. At 4K Ultra, the GPU is clearly the constraint, given the 67.9 FPS result. The intermediate resolutions show a balanced system: at 1440p High, the 139.9 FPS average suggests both components are working near their optimal range.

For a practical takeaway, the data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo. The 223 FPS on Low and 104.1 FPS on Ultra at 1440p bracket the performance needed for both competitive and visually demanding play. At 4K, players will need to accept either a settings compromise (Low for 142.9 FPS) or a frame rate compromise (Ultra for 67.9 FPS).

Settings Recommendations

For competitive play, the Low preset at 1080p (303.2 FPS) or 1440p (223 FPS) offers the highest possible frame rates. These settings minimize visual effects that can obscure enemies and provide the maximum responsiveness for high-refresh-rate monitors. The 1440p Low option is particularly attractive, as it retains more pixel detail while still delivering over 200 FPS.

For a balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 1440p (157.1 FPS) is the strongest choice. It provides a significant improvement over Low in terms of textures and effects while keeping the frame rate well above 144 Hz. At 1080p, Medium (217.7 FPS) is also excellent.

For those prioritizing image quality, the High preset at 1440p (139.9 FPS) is the most practical Ultra-like experience. It delivers near-maximum visual fidelity while staying above 120 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p (104.1 FPS) is playable but sacrifices some smoothness.

At 4K, the High preset (91.5 FPS) is the best compromise, providing a good visual experience without dropping below the 90 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset (67.9 FPS) is only recommended for players with VRR displays who prioritize graphics over frame rate. The Medium preset (104.8 FPS) is a solid alternative for those who want a smoother 4K experience.