Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

The measured data for Lockdown Protocol with this Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions while maintaining strong frame rates even under demanding settings. The combo sits at rank 140 out of 1637 tested combinations, placing it firmly in the upper tier of configurations evaluated for this FPS title. What stands out immediately is how the frame rate responds to both resolution changes and preset adjustments, providing clear signals about which component dominates the rendering pipeline at each setting level.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K produces a dramatic but expected frame rate reduction across all settings, yet the shape of that decline differs meaningfully between presets. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 287.1 at 1920x1080 to 152.6 at 3840x2160 — a reduction to roughly 53% of the 1080p figure. This relatively modest scaling factor suggests that at Low settings, the CPU still has headroom to feed the GPU even at 4K, with the graphics card becoming the primary limiter only at the highest pixel counts.

Moving to High settings, the scaling pattern changes: 195.8 FPS at 1080p falls to 143.2 at 1440p, then to 93.9 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is about 52%, similar to Low, but the absolute frame rates are much lower to begin with. This indicates that the increased graphical workload at High settings shifts more of the burden onto the GPU, yet the system still manages to maintain playable frame rates at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the steepest scaling curve, starting at 149.5 FPS at 1080p and declining to 106.8 at 1440p and 71.5 at 4K — a 52% reduction from 1080p to 4K, but with the 4K figure dipping below the 75 FPS threshold that many players consider smooth.

The data implies that at 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 5070 Ti is not fully saturated even at Ultra settings, given the large gaps between Low and Ultra frame rates at those resolutions. However, at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, as evidenced by the Ultra preset's 71.5 FPS — the only measured configuration to fall below 90 FPS. The consistent ~52% scaling ratio across all presets suggests the game's rendering workload scales nearly linearly with pixel count, and the GPU's 256-bit memory bus and 16 GB of GDDR7 memory are adequate for this title's demands.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti brings substantial resources to Lockdown Protocol, including 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus with 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's boost clock of 2452 MHz, paired with 8960 shading units, delivers an FP32 throughput of 43.94 TFLOPS. These specifications translate into the measured performance across all resolutions, with the memory subsystem proving particularly important at 4K where bandwidth demands increase significantly.

The GPU's 87th percentile ranking among all tested GPUs places it well above average, and its average benchmark score of 52086 nearly matches the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 52085 with a deltaPct of 0. This near-identical performance profile means the RTX 5070 Ti should handle Lockdown Protocol's visual effects and texture workloads similarly to the previous generation's flagship. The 16 GB frame buffer proves sufficient even at 4K Ultra, where the system still manages 71.5 FPS — suggesting the game does not exceed the available VRAM capacity at these settings.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the 287.1 FPS figure indicates the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU could theoretically push higher frame rates. But at 4K Ultra, the 71.5 FPS result shows the GPU working near its limits, with the 43.94 TFLOPS compute capability being the constraining resource. The dual-slot design and 300 W TDP suggest the card operates within standard power envelopes, and the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface provides ample bandwidth for data transfer.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting the highest refresh rates at 1080p, the Low preset delivers 287.1 FPS, but the Medium preset at 225.9 FPS offers a better balance between visual quality and speed. The High preset at 195.8 FPS still exceeds 144 Hz refresh rates, making it viable for competitive play on standard gaming monitors. At 1440p, High produces 143.2 FPS, which aligns well with 144 Hz displays, while Medium at 167.7 FPS provides additional headroom. The Ultra preset at 106.8 FPS at 1440p remains smooth for most players but may not satisfy those seeking maximum frame rates.

For 4K gaming, the High preset at 93.9 FPS represents the sweet spot, as it stays above 90 FPS while delivering improved visual fidelity over Medium's 106.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 71.5 FPS is playable but dips below the 75 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for a smooth experience on high-refresh displays. The data suggests that High settings at 4K provide the best experience per the measured rows, as it maintains a comfortable frame rate while capturing most of the visual improvements over Medium. Low settings at 4K reach 152.6 FPS but sacrifice too much visual quality for the marginal benefit over High.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system produces 287.1 FPS at Low, 225.9 FPS at Medium, 195.8 FPS at High, and 149.5 FPS at Ultra. These figures show a clear progression, with each preset tier reducing frame rate by roughly 15-20% from the previous level. The 1080p results demonstrate that even at Ultra settings, the system maintains frame rates well above the 144 Hz threshold, making this resolution ideal for competitive play with maximum visual settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 235.2 FPS at Low, 167.7 FPS at Medium, 143.2 FPS at High, and 106.8 FPS at Ultra. The step from Low to Medium represents a 29% reduction, while Medium to High drops another 15%, and High to Ultra falls another 25%. This nonlinear scaling suggests that the Ultra preset introduces particularly demanding effects that disproportionately impact performance at this resolution. At 1440p, High settings remain the practical ceiling for 144 Hz displays, while Medium offers substantial headroom.

At 3840x2160, the numbers are 152.6 FPS at Low, 106.9 FPS at Medium, 93.9 FPS at High, and 71.5 FPS at Ultra. The gap between Medium and High is only 12%, while High to Ultra drops 24%, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional effects at 4K exact a heavy toll. The Low preset at 4K still delivers above 150 FPS, making it viable for esports-style play on 4K high-refresh monitors, though the visual compromise is significant.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable frame rate at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The measured average at 3840x2160 Ultra is 71.5 FPS, which is below the 75 FPS threshold often considered smooth, but still playable for many users.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to the RTX 4080 in this context?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 52086, while the RTX 4080 scores 52085 with a deltaPct of 0, indicating essentially identical performance levels.

Q: At which resolution does the CPU become the limiting factor?

A: At 1080p Low with 287.1 FPS, the Intel Core i5-13400F's 10 cores and 16 threads are likely the bottleneck, as the GPU could potentially render more frames.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming at 144 Hz?

A: The High preset at 143.2 FPS nearly matches 144 Hz, while Medium at 167.7 FPS provides extra headroom for frame time variance.

Q: Is 16 GB of VRAM sufficient for 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, the 16 GB GDDR7 memory on the 256-bit bus with 896.0 GB/s bandwidth supports 4K Ultra at 71.5 FPS without apparent memory-related stuttering.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 140th out of 1637 tested combos, placing it in the top 8.5% of all configurations tested for Lockdown Protocol.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F contributes meaningfully to the system's performance, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU has excess capacity. With 10 cores and 16 threads, including a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, this Raptor Lake-S processor provides ample computational power for the game's physics and AI workloads. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, while the dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support offers flexibility for system builders.

The CPU's benchmark results show strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21279 and a single-core score of 3004. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314, compared to 7307 at max threads, indicates excellent scaling across cores — the 16-thread result is essentially identical to the max-thread score, suggesting the CPU efficiently utilizes all available threads. The PassMark multithread score of 25032 and single-thread score of 3634 further corroborate this balanced performance profile.

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it above average, though its nearest rivals show tight competition: the Intel Core i7-13620H matches with a 0.1% delta, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D is 0.5% slower. This suggests the i5-13400F holds its own against both mobile and desktop alternatives. At 1080p, where the GPU is less stressed, the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads help sustain the 287.1 FPS Low-preset result, as the game's engine can distribute workloads across threads effectively. At 4K Ultra, the CPU's role diminishes, with the GPU's rendering capabilities becoming the primary constraint.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti achieves rank 140 out of 1637 tested configurations for Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the top 8.5% of all tested combos. This strong ranking reflects the balanced nature of the pairing: the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance prevents bottlenecking at lower resolutions, while the GPU's high-end specifications drive excellent frame rates at higher resolutions.

The GPU's near-parity with the RTX 4080 (deltaPct of 0) means this combo effectively performs like a previous-generation flagship setup, while the CPU's 82nd percentile ranking ensures it does not hold back the graphics card in most scenarios. The data suggests that this configuration is particularly well-suited for 1440p gaming, where the High preset delivers 143.2 FPS — nearly matching the 144 Hz refresh rate of popular monitors. At 4K, the combo remains competitive, with the High preset at 93.9 FPS providing a smooth experience on most displays.

The rank of 140 out of 1637 also implies that roughly 91% of tested configurations perform worse, which is notable given the wide range of hardware combinations evaluated. This positioning, combined with the measured frame rates across all resolutions and presets, indicates a well-rounded system that excels in Lockdown Protocol without significant weaknesses in any configuration tested.