Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT places at rank 1950 out of 3714 tested combinations in Lockdown Protocol, putting it squarely in the middle of the pack. This combo does not lead the charts, but it delivers a stable platform for competitive play, with the data indicating that it sits ahead of roughly 47% of all tested systems while trailing the top performers by a significant margin. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component is the sole bottleneck, but the system's overall position suggests that users seeking top-tier frame rates will need to look at higher-end hardware.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1950 out of 3714 places it in the 47.5th percentile of all tested configurations, which is a decidedly mid-tier result. This is not a top-10% performer, nor is it a weakling; it sits right at the median, meaning half of the tested systems will outperform it and half will not. The data shows that the CPU is a strong contributor, with an 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs, but the GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking among all GPUs drags the overall combo down in this specific title. In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU appears to be the limiting factor in most scenarios, as the CPU’s headroom is not fully utilized at the frame rates observed.

When compared to other tested combos, this pairing is neither a standout nor a disappointment. The rank suggests that for a mid-range system, the performance is predictable and consistent with what the individual components suggest. The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, have average benchmark scores within 0.3% of the i7-13700K, indicating that this processor is closely matched with other high-end options. However, the GPU’s nearest rivals, including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, show that the RX 6700 XT is competitive with last-generation high-end cards but not with the current top tier. The result is a combo that will handle Lockdown Protocol at playable frame rates but will not set any records.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs. Its memory configuration includes 12 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. The GPU’s boost clock is listed at 2581 MHz, with a game clock of 2424 MHz and a base clock of 2321 MHz. These specifications place it above entry-level cards but below the flagship models of its generation, and the benchmark results confirm its mid-range positioning.

In Lockdown Protocol, the GPU’s role is critical, as the measured frame rates scale primarily with the resolution and settings. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 42 FPS, which is barely playable, while dropping to Low settings at the same resolution yields 90 FPS. The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 6700 XT’s performance is heavily influenced by the workload, and its 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for this title at all tested settings. The GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking among all GPUs aligns with its performance in this game, where it delivers smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K with high preset levels. The 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is adequate for this FPS, but the card’s 40 ray-tracing cores are not heavily utilized in Lockdown Protocol, as the game’s rendering demands are more traditional.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the sweet spot, with average FPS ranging from 89 at Ultra to 191 at Low settings. At 2560x1440, the averages drop to between 65 and 140 FPS, while 3840x2160 sees averages from 42 to 90 FPS, making 1080p the most consistent performer.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to its nearest rival in this game?

A: The nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, has an identical average benchmark score of 27435, with a deltaPct of 0. This indicates that in synthetic benchmarks, the two GPUs are virtually identical, but in-game results may vary based on driver optimization.

Q: Does the i7-13700K bottleneck the RX 6700 XT in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The CPU’s 89th percentile ranking and its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745, suggest it has ample headroom. The frame rates in this game are more likely limited by the GPU, as shown by the significant FPS drops when increasing resolution and settings.

Q: What settings provide the most balanced experience at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset offers an average of 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 and a maximum of 114, which is a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. The High preset drops to 87 FPS, while Ultra falls to 65 FPS.

Q: Is the 12 GB VRAM of the RX 6700 XT sufficient for Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes, the measured data shows no indication of VRAM-related stutters or performance drops at any resolution or settings, from 1080p Low to 4K Ultra. The 12 GB capacity is more than enough for this title.

Q: How does this combo’s ranking translate to real-world performance?

A: With a rank of 1950 out of 3714, this system is in the middle of the pack. It will deliver playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p on high settings, but users seeking 4K gaming or maximum refresh rates will need to consider higher-end components.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 191 FPS on Low, 135 FPS on Medium, 118 FPS on High, and 89 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 115 and a maximum of 156 FPS, indicating a stable experience. These numbers suggest that 1080p is where the combo shines, easily exceeding the 60 FPS threshold and approaching high refresh rates on lower presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages decline: Low yields 140 FPS, Medium produces 99 FPS, High gives 87 FPS, and Ultra drops to 65 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 84 and maximum of 114 FPS show that this resolution is still playable, but the gap between Low and Ultra is a substantial 75 FPS. At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more demanding: Low averages 90 FPS, Medium 64 FPS, High 56 FPS, and Ultra 42 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K has a minimum of 54 and a maximum of 74 FPS, which is borderline for competitive play. The data clearly shows that the RX 6700 XT’s performance scales linearly with resolution, and at 4K, only Low settings provide a consistently smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 offers the most balanced performance, with an average of 99 FPS and a minimum of 84 FPS. This provides a smooth frame rate with higher visual fidelity than Low, and it avoids the significant FPS drop seen at High and Ultra. At 1920x1080, the High preset is a strong choice, delivering 118 FPS average, which is more than sufficient for most monitors, while the Medium preset’s 135 FPS average is better suited for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that the Low preset is the only viable option for consistent gameplay, with a 90 FPS average, while Medium drops to 64 FPS and Ultra falls below the 60 FPS threshold. For users prioritizing frame rate over visuals, the Low preset at 1440p or 1080p will unlock the highest performance, with 140 FPS and 191 FPS averages respectively. The Ultra preset is not recommended for this combo, as it consistently produces the lowest frame rates at every resolution, making it unsuitable for fast-paced FPS gameplay.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K features 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It is built on the Raptor Lake architecture and supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Its benchmark scores are impressive, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745 and a single-core score of 2116, placing it in the 89th percentile among all CPUs. This processing power ensures that the CPU is not a bottleneck in Lockdown Protocol, as the game’s frame rates are primarily dictated by the GPU.

The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 with a deltaPct of -0.2 and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX with a deltaPct of 0.5, have nearly identical average benchmark scores, confirming that the i7-13700K is among the top performers in its class. In this game, the high core count and boost clock allow the CPU to handle the game’s physics and AI without issue, but the measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 10717 and the passmark_multithread score of 45887 indicate that the CPU has significant headroom, meaning that users with a more powerful GPU could see even higher frame rates in Lockdown Protocol.