Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with the AMD Radeon RX 570, a combination that lands at rank 2723 out of 2828 tested combos in this FPS title. The data shows a system where a modern, high-percentile CPU is held back by a legacy GPU, resulting in playable frame rates only at lower resolutions and settings. The benchmark results reveal a stark performance ceiling dictated by the graphics card, making this combo a study in bottleneck dynamics rather than balanced performance.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Arrow Lake architecture using a 3 nm process from TSMC. Its base clock is 3.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, and it carries a 24 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 48995 places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs tested, indicating strong synthetic performance. In the context of Lockdown Protocol, this processor’s capabilities appear to be far ahead of what the system can actually deliver in-game.

Looking at its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 245 performs nearly identically to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which scores 49196 (a delta of -0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 at 49228 (-0.5%). It also edges out the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H by 0.6% and the Intel Core i5-14600K by 0.8%. These tight deltas suggest that in CPU-bound scenarios, the Ultra 5 245 would trade blows with these processors. However, the measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol tells a different story: at 1080p Low, the average frame rate is 77 FPS, which is respectable but not exceptional for a CPU with this pedigree.

The fact that the CPU’s benchmark percentile (90th) vastly exceeds the combo’s overall ranking (2723rd out of 2828) implies that the processor is not the limiting factor. The 14 threads and high boost clock are more than sufficient for a modern FPS like Lockdown Protocol, which typically relies on fewer, faster cores. The data suggests that the CPU’s role in this combo is to provide a stable foundation, but its potential is left largely untapped because the GPU cannot keep pace. The L3 cache size and memory bandwidth (102.4 GB/s for dual-channel DDR5) are also indicative of a processor designed for high-throughput tasks, yet the game’s frame rates do not reflect this advantage.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is a legacy part from the Polaris generation, launched in 2017 and now marked as end-of-life. It features 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1168 MHz with a boost clock of 1244 MHz, and it has 2048 shading units. Its average benchmark score of 28766 puts it in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, which is far lower than the CPU’s percentile. The nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6800M (scoring 28874, a delta of -0.4%), the AMD Radeon R9 M295X (28580, +0.7%), and the AMD Radeon RX 470 (28996, -0.8%).

The RX 570’s 4 GB VRAM is a critical constraint in Lockdown Protocol. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 17, and at 4K High it is only 22. These numbers suggest that the GPU is overwhelmed not just by compute load but likely by memory capacity as well. The 224.0 GB/s bandwidth is also modest by modern standards, which impacts texture streaming and high-resolution rendering. The GPU’s boost clock of 1244 MHz is low compared to contemporary parts, and the 14 nm process node from GlobalFoundries means it runs at higher power draw (150 W TDP) for less performance.

The benchmark results indicate that the RX 570 is the primary bottleneck in this combo. At 1080p Low, the GPU manages 77 FPS, but this drops to 36 FPS at 4K Low, showing a steep decline that aligns with the GPU’s limited fill rate and memory bandwidth. The pixel rate of 39.81 GPixel/s and texture rate of 159.2 GTexel/s are insufficient for high-resolution gaming, and the FP32 performance of 5.095 TFLOPS is only adequate for older titles or lower settings. The data clearly shows that the GPU’s age and specs cap the entire system’s performance.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 2723rd out of 2828 combos. This places it in the bottom 3.7% of all tested systems, which is a remarkably low position given the CPU’s high benchmark percentile. The ranking disparity highlights a severe imbalance: the CPU is in the top 10% of all processors, yet the combo performs worse than the vast majority of systems tested.

This low rank is not due to the CPU but rather the GPU’s inability to translate its own mid-tier benchmark score (74th percentile) into playable frame rates at higher settings. When compared to other combos, the data suggests that systems with weaker CPUs but stronger GPUs would likely rank higher, as Lockdown Protocol appears to be GPU-bound in most scenarios. The combo’s rank of 2723 implies that even entry-level modern GPUs would outperform this setup, despite the Ultra 5 245’s strong synthetic scores.

The delta between the CPU’s percentile (90) and the combo’s rank is a clear indicator that the GPU is the limiting factor. The measured FPS at 1080p Ultra (36 FPS) is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, and at 4K Ultra (17 FPS) it is nearly unplayable. This ranking serves as a warning that high-end CPU components do not guarantee good gaming performance if paired with an outdated or underpowered GPU. The data shows that this combo is a poor match for Lockdown Protocol, and users would see better results with a more balanced configuration.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this combo performs across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the average FPS ranges from 77 at Low settings to 36 at Ultra settings. The Medium preset yields 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 63, while High settings produce 47 FPS on average. These numbers indicate that 1080p is the only resolution where this combo achieves playable frame rates, and only at Low or Medium settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. Low settings average 56 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium falls to 40 FPS (minimum 34, maximum 46), and High drops to 35 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p average only 26 FPS, which is below the threshold for a smooth experience. The data shows a clear trend: each settings tier costs roughly 10-15 FPS, and the GPU struggles to maintain 60 FPS even at Low settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance is largely unplayable. Low settings average 36 FPS, Medium drops to 26 FPS (minimum 22, maximum 30), High falls to 22 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 17 FPS. These numbers confirm that 4K resolution is beyond the capability of the RX 570, regardless of settings. The gap between 1440p and 4K is substantial, with the average FPS at 4K Low (36) being nearly half of the 1440p Low figure (56). This breakdown underscores the GPU’s limitations and suggests that users should stick to 1080p for any reasonable experience.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The resolution scaling data reveals a significant drop in performance as resolution increases, which points directly to the GPU as the bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS goes from 77 at 1080p to 56 at 1440p, a drop of 27.3%. Moving from 1440p to 4K, the FPS falls from 56 to 36, another 35.7% decrease. Overall, from 1080p Low to 4K Low, the frame rate drops by 53.2%, indicating that the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth are severely taxed at higher resolutions.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 54 FPS at 1080p drops to 40 FPS at 1440p (a 25.9% decrease), and then to 26 FPS at 4K (a 35% decrease). The total drop from 1080p to 4K at Medium is 51.9%. High settings show a slightly steeper decline: 47 FPS at 1080p to 35 FPS at 1440p (25.5% decrease), then to 22 FPS at 4K (37.1% decrease), for a total drop of 53.2%. Ultra settings see the most dramatic fall, with 36 FPS at 1080p dropping to 26 FPS at 1440p (27.8% decrease) and then to 17 FPS at 4K (34.6% decrease), a total reduction of 52.8%.

These consistent percentage drops across all settings suggest that the GPU is the limiting component, as resolution scaling affects the GPU’s workload more than the CPU’s. The CPU’s performance is largely resolution-independent, so if the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect similar FPS across resolutions. Instead, the data shows a clear decline with resolution, confirming that the RX 570 is the primary constraint. The fact that the FPS drops by roughly half from 1080p to 4K indicates that the GPU is running out of computational and memory resources, not the CPU.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo is at 1080p with Low settings, which averages 77 FPS. This is the only configuration that approaches the 60 FPS mark, and it provides a smooth gameplay experience. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 54 FPS, which is playable but may have occasional dips to 46 FPS, making it less ideal for fast-paced FPS action. High settings at 1080p drop to 47 FPS, which is borderline, and Ultra at 36 FPS is not recommended for competitive play.

At 1440p, the data suggests that only Low settings (56 FPS) are acceptable, as Medium (40 FPS) and High (35 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel sluggish. Ultra at 1440p (26 FPS) is not viable. For 4K, none of the settings achieve playable frame rates, with the highest being Low at 36 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience. Therefore, the recommended setup is 1080p Low for the best balance of performance and visual quality, with 1080p Medium as a fallback if users prefer better graphics and can tolerate slightly lower FPS.

The data also shows that the difference between Low and Medium at 1080p is 23 FPS, which is significant. Users should prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity given the GPU’s limitations. The Medium preset at 1080p (54 FPS) is the highest settings tier that remains playable, but it requires a tolerance for occasional frame drops. For players who demand consistent 60+ FPS, 1080p Low is the only option. The results indicate that this combo is best suited for older or less demanding titles, and Lockdown Protocol at higher settings is beyond its reach.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 47 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested combinations for Lockdown Protocol?

A: The combo ranks 2723rd out of 2828 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 3.7%.

Q: What is the best settings preset for playable frame rates at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, only Low settings achieve a playable average of 56 FPS; Medium drops to 40 FPS and High to 35 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU scores in the 90th percentile while the GPU scores in the 74th percentile, and FPS drops significantly with resolution.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate measured for this combo?

A: The maximum frame rate is 77 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the RX 570 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 470?

A: The RX 570 has an average benchmark score of 28766, while the RX 470 scores 28996, a delta of -0.8%, meaning the RX 570 is slightly slower.