Lockdown Protocol

# Lockdown Protocol with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile delivers a compelling Lockdown Protocol experience across all tested resolutions, with the data showing a system that comfortably handles competitive play at 1080p and remains playable at 4K. The measured frame rates reveal a configuration where the GPU is the primary driver of performance scaling, though the 16-core CPU with its 22 threads and 4.80 GHz boost clock ensures the system never becomes CPU-bound in this title. This combo ranks 978th out of 3,714 tested combinations, placing it in the upper quartile of all systems evaluated for this game.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, with the GPU becoming progressively more stressed at higher pixel counts. At Low settings, the system delivers 256 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 188 FPS at 1440p, and further to 121 FPS at 4K. This represents a 53% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, indicating that the RTX 5080 Mobile is the limiting component as pixel count rises.

The scaling behavior at High settings tells a similar story, with 159 FPS at 1080p falling to 116 FPS at 1440p and 75 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is 27%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 35%, showing that the resolution penalty becomes more severe as pixel count increases. This pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where the 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth are being utilized more heavily at higher resolutions.

Medium settings exhibit the most consistent scaling curve, with 182 FPS at 1080p, 133 FPS at 1440p, and 86 FPS at 4K. The measured minimum and maximum frame rates at Medium settings provide additional insight: at 1080p the range is 155-209 FPS, at 1440p it narrows to 113-153 FPS, and at 4K it tightens further to 73-99 FPS. This compression of frame time variance at higher resolutions suggests the GPU is operating closer to its sustained performance envelope when pixel count increases.

Ultra settings produce the most dramatic scaling, with 119 FPS at 1080p dropping to 87 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 56 FPS at 4K. The 53% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Ultra mirrors the Low setting behavior, confirming that resolution scaling is consistent regardless of quality preset. The fact that even at 4K Ultra the system maintains 56 FPS average indicates the RTX 5080 Mobile's 23.04 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 60 RT cores provide sufficient headroom for this title's demands.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU's role becomes more prominent, as the 256 FPS Low setting result approaches what the Ultra 7 155H can feed to the GPU. The 16 cores and 22 threads, combined with the 4.80 GHz boost clock, are capable of sustaining high frame rates, but the scaling pattern shows diminishing returns as resolution drops, hinting that the CPU may start to limit performance below 1080p.

Settings Recommendations

Analyzing the measured FPS rows, the Medium preset emerges as the optimal balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the system delivers 182 FPS average with a minimum of 155 FPS, ensuring smooth competitive gameplay with headroom for frame time spikes. The 1440p Medium result of 133 FPS with a 113 FPS minimum still provides excellent responsiveness, while the 4K Medium average of 86 FPS with a 73 FPS floor remains playable for most users.

High settings represent a reasonable alternative for users prioritizing visual fidelity over maximum frame rate. The 1080p High result of 159 FPS is still well above the threshold for high-refresh-rate displays, and the 1440p High average of 116 FPS remains fluid. However, at 4K High, the 75 FPS average begins to approach the boundary where competitive players might notice reduced responsiveness, making Medium the safer choice at this resolution.

Low settings offer the highest possible frame rates, with 256 FPS at 1080p and 188 FPS at 1440p, but the visual compromise is substantial. The data shows that the jump from Low to Medium costs 74 FPS at 1080p (from 256 to 182) and 55 FPS at 1440p (from 188 to 133), yet the Medium preset provides significantly better image quality for a moderate performance penalty. At 4K, the difference tightens to 35 FPS (121 to 86), making Medium even more attractive at higher resolutions.

Ultra settings are only recommended for 1080p gaming, where the 119 FPS average remains smooth, or for users who prioritize maximum visual quality over frame rate. At 1440p Ultra, the 87 FPS average is borderline for competitive play, while the 4K Ultra result of 56 FPS is best reserved for single-player or less demanding scenarios. The data clearly shows that Medium is the sweet spot for this combination, delivering at least 86 FPS at every resolution tested.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H brings 16 cores and 22 threads to this configuration, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. This Meteor Lake architecture processor, built on Intel's 7 nm process, also includes 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 112 KB of L1 cache per core, along with 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 32,697, places it slightly above the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 and just below the Intel Core i5-14600T, which scores 32,707.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role becomes most apparent at 1080p Low settings, where the 256 FPS result approaches the practical limit for this processor's single-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,743 and multi-core score of 15,028 indicate strong per-thread performance, which is critical for a game that likely relies on a primary simulation thread. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,468 further confirms the CPU's capability, though the data suggests the RTX 5080 Mobile remains the bottleneck even at this resolution.

The 22 threads provide ample parallel processing capacity for background tasks and game engine subsystems, with the PassMark multithread score of 24,873 demonstrating robust multi-threaded performance. The data compression score of 277,353 and integer math score of 86,870 indicate strong general-purpose compute, which can help with game logic and physics calculations. However, the 4.80 GHz boost clock is the more relevant specification for Lockdown Protocol, as the frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows the GPU becoming increasingly dominant.

The CPU's 28 W TDP and mobile form factor suggest this is a power-constrained part, yet the measured frame rates indicate it does not limit performance in this title at any tested resolution. The nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with a delta of -0.2% and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H with a delta of -0.4%, show that the Ultra 7 155H is competitively positioned for gaming workloads, with the 0% delta against the Core i5-14600T indicating virtually identical average performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile achieves a rank of 978 out of 3,714 tested combos in Lockdown Protocol, placing it in the 74th percentile of all configurations evaluated. This ranking reflects the balanced nature of this pairing, where the GPU's 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs and the CPU's 83rd percentile ranking combine to produce a system that performs slightly above the median for this game.

The RTX 5080 Mobile's average benchmark score of 38,349 places it near the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 (38,299, delta of 0.1%) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (38,135, delta of 0.6%). This proximity in synthetic benchmarks suggests the 5080 Mobile offers incremental improvements over the previous generation, though the measured FPS data in Lockdown Protocol shows it delivers strong real-world performance. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,952 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 169,754 confirm the GPU's DirectX 12 and Vulkan capabilities.

The CPU's ranking among all processors, with a percentile of 83 and an average benchmark score of 32,697, places it in the upper tier of mobile processors. The nearest rival data shows the Core i5-14600T at 32,707 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 at 32,662 (0.1% delta), indicating the Ultra 7 155H sits in a tightly contested performance band. This positioning means the combo's rank is more heavily influenced by the GPU's performance in this game, which is expected given Lockdown Protocol's graphics-intensive nature.

The 978th rank out of 3,714 combos means the system outperforms roughly 74% of all tested configurations, a strong result for a mobile platform. The data suggests that this combo is well-suited for Lockdown Protocol at high refresh rates, with the 1080p Medium result of 182 FPS placing it well above the median for competitive play. The 4K Ultra result of 56 FPS, while lower, still demonstrates that this system can handle the game at maximum quality settings without dropping below playable frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for competitive play with this combo?

A: The 1080p Medium setting delivers 182 FPS average with a 155 FPS minimum, providing the best balance of high frame rates and visual quality for competitive play. The 1440p Medium result of 133 FPS is also viable, while 4K Medium at 86 FPS is better suited for casual play.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Lockdown Protocol?

A: Yes, at 4K Medium settings the system achieves 86 FPS average with a 73 FPS minimum, which is playable. At 4K High it drops to 75 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it reaches 56 FPS. For consistently smooth gameplay, Medium settings are recommended at 4K.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 Mobile compare to the RTX 4080 Mobile in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5080 Mobile scores 38,349 on average, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 4080 Mobile's 38,135. This indicates a modest generational improvement in raw compute performance, though real-world game performance may vary.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: The data shows no CPU bottleneck at any tested resolution. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 256 FPS, and the scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K indicates the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking and 4.80 GHz boost clock provide sufficient headroom.

Q: What settings should I use for a 1440p high-refresh-rate monitor?

A: Medium settings at 1440p deliver 133 FPS with a 113 FPS minimum, which is ideal for 120Hz or 144Hz displays. High settings at 116 FPS are also viable, while Ultra at 87 FPS is acceptable for less demanding scenarios.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Lockdown Protocol?

A: This combination ranks 978th out of 3,714 tested combos, placing it in the upper 26% of all configurations. The CPU's 83rd percentile and GPU's 81st percentile rankings contribute to this strong overall position.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce 256 FPS average, representing the absolute maximum performance this combo can achieve. Medium settings reduce the average to 182 FPS with a minimum of 155 FPS and maximum of 209 FPS, providing a robust experience for high-refresh-rate displays. High settings yield 159 FPS average, while Ultra settings drop to 119 FPS, still comfortably above 100 FPS for smooth gameplay.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scaling becomes more pronounced. Low settings deliver 188 FPS, a 27% reduction from 1080p. Medium settings produce 133 FPS average with a 113 FPS minimum and 153 FPS maximum, maintaining excellent playability. High settings achieve 116 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 87 FPS, which remains suitable for most gaming scenarios.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload increases significantly. Low settings deliver 121 FPS, which is still impressive for 4K gaming. Medium settings produce 86 FPS average with a 73 FPS minimum and 99 FPS maximum, offering a balanced experience. High settings drop to 75 FPS, while Ultra settings reach 56 FPS, providing a playable but less fluid experience at maximum quality.

The complete measured FPS table for this combo is as follows: 1080p Low 256, 1080p Medium 182 (min 155, max 209), 1080p High 159, 1080p Ultra 119; 1440p Low 188, 1440p Medium 133 (min 113, max 153), 1440p High 116, 1440p Ultra 87; 4K Low 121, 4K Medium 86 (min 73, max 99), 4K High 75, 4K Ultra 56. These numbers represent the complete measured dataset, with the Medium settings providing the only rows that include minimum and maximum frame rates for all three resolutions.