Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a demanding FPS that scales heavily with resolution and settings, and this specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and AMD Radeon RX 7900M shows a clear performance curve. The data indicates a system that is well-balanced at 1440p, but which becomes GPU-limited at 4K and increasingly CPU-bound at 1080p. The measured FPS figures provide a precise picture of what to expect, and the benchmark results show that this combo holds a mid-pack position among thousands of tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking pattern in the measured data is how average frame rates collapse as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo delivers 214 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 157 FPS, a 27% reduction. At 4K Low, the average falls to 101 FPS, which is 53% lower than the 1080p Low result. This steep decline is classic GPU-bound behavior—the Radeon RX 7900M is doing the heavy lifting, and its workload grows dramatically with each pixel count increase.

The scaling curve flattens somewhat at higher settings. At Ultra settings, the averages are 99 FPS at 1080p, 73 FPS at 1440p, and 47 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops from 1080p to 1440p is 26%, and from 1440p to 4K is 36%. This suggests that at Ultra, the GPU is saturated even at 1080p, so the resolution penalty becomes more predictable. At Low settings, the 1080p-to-1440p drop is 27%, but the 1440p-to-4K drop is 36% as well, indicating that the GPU is still the primary limiter across the board.

The data shows that this combo is not designed for 4K Ultra gaming—47 FPS average is below the 60 FPS threshold many players target. However, 4K Low at 101 FPS is entirely playable, and 1440p High at 97 FPS hits a sweet spot. At 1080p, the system is capable of extremely high frame rates, especially on Low settings, where 214 FPS suggests the CPU and GPU are working in concert without a severe bottleneck. The gap between 1080p Low (214 FPS) and 1440p Low (157 FPS) is notable, but the gap between 1440p Low and 4K Low (101 FPS) is even larger, reinforcing that the RX 7900M's 16 GB frame buffer and 256-bit memory interface are being taxed increasingly hard as resolution climbs.

How This Combo Ranks

In Lockdown Protocol, this CPU-GPU pairing ranks 1588 out of 3714 tested combinations. That places it in the 43rd percentile of all combos, meaning roughly 57% of tested systems perform better in this specific game. This is a mid-pack result, not a top-tier one, which is surprising given the individual components' strong benchmark scores. The GPU alone sits in the 94th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU is in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, yet their combined performance in this title does not reach the same heights.

The rank suggests that Lockdown Protocol may be sensitive to factors beyond raw compute power, or that the mobile nature of this hardware (both are mobile parts) limits sustained performance compared to desktop equivalents. The combo's position is more modest than the component-level scores would imply, pointing to potential thermal or power constraints in a laptop chassis. For context, the GPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro VII, which scores 0.4% higher on average, and the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 6000, which is 4.3% faster. The CPU's nearest rivals, like the Intel Core i5-14600T, are effectively tied with a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is 0.2% slower. These close margins at the component level do not translate into a high combo rank, indicating that Lockdown Protocol's engine may favor different hardware combinations.

The data shows that while this pairing is competent, it is not exceptional for this game. Players seeking higher frame rates in Lockdown Protocol would likely need a more powerful GPU, as the 94th-percentile GPU is already strong but still lands the combo in the lower half of tested configurations. The 16-core, 22-thread CPU is not the limiting factor here, but the overall combo ranking suggests that the game's optimization does not fully leverage what these parts offer.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900M is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications explain much of the measured performance. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a substantial memory subsystem that allows the GPU to handle high-resolution textures without stuttering. The GPU's base clock is 1825 MHz, boosting to 2090 MHz, and it operates at 180 W TDP, which is typical for a high-end mobile part. The 4608 shading units and 192 ROPs provide ample pixel-pushing capability, as evidenced by the 401.3 GPixel/s pixel rate.

The GPU's architecture is RDNA 3.0, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC, with 57,700 million transistors on a 529 mm² die. This is a large, power-hungry chip, and its performance in Lockdown Protocol reflects that. The FP32 throughput of 38.52 TFLOPS is high, and the 72 ray-tracing cores suggest it can handle modern effects, though the game's rasterization performance is what drives the measured FPS. The GPU's 94th-percentile ranking among all GPUs confirms it is a top-tier part, yet the combo rank in this game is lower, suggesting the game may not fully utilize all the GPU's features.

The memory clock of 2250 MHz, with 18 Gbps effective, is fast, and the 256-bit bus width is narrower than some desktop flagships, but the 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is more than sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At 4K, the 16 GB frame buffer is a plus—it prevents VRAM exhaustion that could cause frame drops. The data shows that at 4K Medium, the average FPS is 72, with a minimum of 61 and a maximum of 83. This range indicates the GPU is working hard but maintaining playable performance. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, showing the GPU's limits at the highest settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1080p, the combo delivers high frame rates across the board. Low settings produce an average of 214 FPS, Medium averages 152 FPS with a minimum of 129 and maximum of 175, High averages 133 FPS, and Ultra averages 99 FPS. The jump from Low to Medium is significant—a 29% drop—but the drop from Medium to High is only 13%, and from High to Ultra is 26%. This suggests that the game's settings have diminishing returns at 1080p, with Low being the most CPU-friendly.

At 1440p, the averages are lower but still strong. Low settings average 157 FPS, Medium averages 111 FPS with a minimum of 95 and maximum of 128, High averages 97 FPS, and Ultra averages 73 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, hovering around 26-27%. This is a smaller penalty than the 1080p-to-4K drop, indicating that 1440p is the comfortable zone for this hardware. The Medium settings at 1440p, with a 95 FPS minimum, are particularly smooth, suggesting that this is a good target for competitive play.

At 4K, the performance becomes more variable. Low settings average 101 FPS, Medium averages 72 FPS with a minimum of 61 and maximum of 83, High averages 63 FPS, and Ultra averages 47 FPS. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium (61 FPS) is close to the average, showing that the frame pacing is stable, but the Ultra setting's 47 FPS average is below the 60 FPS mark. The data indicates that 4K is best reserved for Low or Medium settings if a smooth experience is the goal. The 63 FPS average at 4K High is borderline, but the 47 FPS at Ultra is a clear "avoid" for most players.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p is the sweet spot. High settings produce 97 FPS average, and Medium produces 111 FPS with a 95 FPS minimum. At 1080p, you get higher frame rates, but 1440p offers a better balance of visual quality and performance.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Low, the average is 101 FPS, and at 4K Medium it is 72 FPS. However, 4K Ultra drops to 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo hits 214 FPS, which is the highest measured result. This indicates the CPU and GPU are well-matched at this resolution, and the CPU is not a significant bottleneck. The 16-core, 22-thread Intel Core Ultra 7 155H has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, which helps maintain high frame rates.

Q: Is the GPU's 16 GB VRAM enough for this game?

A: Yes, the 16 GB frame buffer is more than sufficient. At 4K Ultra, the game still averages 47 FPS, and there is no evidence of VRAM-related stuttering. The 576.0 GB/s memory bandwidth supports high-resolution textures without issue.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to others in this game?

A: It ranks 1588 out of 3714 tested combos, placing it in the 43rd percentile. This is a mid-pack result, meaning over half of tested systems perform better in Lockdown Protocol.

Q: What settings should I use for competitive play?

A: For the highest frame rates, 1080p Low delivers 214 FPS. If you prefer 1440p, Low settings at 157 FPS is the best choice. Medium settings at 1440p (111 FPS) is also viable, with a 95 FPS minimum ensuring stability.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a 28 W TDP that can scale higher in practice. The CPU features 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB of L2 per core, along with 112 KB of L1 per core. This is a mobile part designed for laptops, and its performance in Lockdown Protocol is solid, though not spectacular.

The CPU's benchmark scores show it is a capable performer. In Cinebench R23, it scores 15028 in multi-core and 1743 in single-core. The single-core score is particularly relevant for gaming, as most games rely on a few threads. The PassMark single-thread score is 3468, which is respectable. The CPU sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with close rivals like the Intel Core i5-14600T (0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 5 7400F (-0.2% delta). These are desktop parts, so the mobile Ultra 7 155H is competitive with them in synthetic benchmarks, but in Lockdown Protocol, the combo rank suggests the CPU is not the primary driver of performance.

The CPU's memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s via dual-channel DDR5, which is adequate for feeding the GPU. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with game data, but the 28 W TDP may limit sustained performance under heavy load, especially in a thin laptop. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the CPU can push 214 FPS, indicating it is not a bottleneck at lower settings. However, at 1080p Ultra, the FPS drops to 99, which is a 54% reduction from Low. This drop is primarily due to the GPU's workload increasing, but the CPU's thread scheduling and cache behavior also play a role.

The CPU's 22 threads are more than enough for Lockdown Protocol, which is unlikely to use more than 8-12 threads effectively. The boost clock of 4.80 GHz is high for a mobile part, and it helps maintain frame rates at 1080p. Overall, the CPU is a strong partner for the RX 7900M, but the combo's mid-pack ranking suggests that other pairings—perhaps with faster desktop CPUs—might extract more performance from this GPU in this specific game. The CPU does not appear to be the limiting factor at 1440p or 4K, where the GPU's workload dominates, but at 1080p, the CPU's capabilities are what enable the high frame rates seen in the data.