Lockdown Protocol

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H paired with the AMD Radeon 880M is a mobile combination aimed at thin-and-light laptops. In Lockdown Protocol, an FPS title from 2024, this setup delivers playable performance at 1080p with adjusted settings, but struggles at higher resolutions. The data provided shows a clear picture of what this integrated-graphics platform can and cannot do for competitive shooters.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Lockdown Protocol?*

A: The combination ranks 2763 out of 2828 tested combos for this game. This places it in the bottom 2.3% of all systems tested, indicating that while it can run the game, it is far from a high-performance setup.

*Q: Can this system run Lockdown Protocol at 1920x1080 resolution?*

A: Yes, it can. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 74. With Medium settings, the average drops to 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 and a maximum of 61. High settings yield 46 FPS average, while Ultra settings produce 35 FPS average.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 880M perform at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: At 1440p, performance becomes marginal. Low settings achieve 54 FPS average, but Medium settings drop to 39 FPS (min 33, max 44). High settings average 34 FPS, and Ultra settings average only 25 FPS. For a smooth experience, Low settings are recommended at this resolution.

Q: Is 3840x2160 (4K) a viable option for this game with this hardware?

A: No, 4K is not viable for smooth gameplay. The highest average FPS at 4K is 35 with Low settings. Medium settings average 25 FPS (min 21, max 29), High averages 22 FPS, and Ultra averages just 16 FPS. These frame rates are too low for an FPS game.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile compared to all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H scores in the 84th percentile among all CPUs. This indicates it is a strong processor for general and multi-threaded tasks, though its integrated GPU is the limiting factor for gaming in this title.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile compared to all GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon 880M scores in the 43rd percentile among all GPUs. This places it below the median, meaning it performs worse than the majority of discrete graphics cards, which explains the frame rate limitations seen in Lockdown Protocol.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and AMD Radeon 880M lands at rank 2763 out of 2828 combos tested in Lockdown Protocol. This is a very low position, putting the system in the bottom percentile of configurations. The data shows that this is not a gaming-first platform. The CPU is powerful, but the GPU is an integrated solution that is not designed for high-refresh-rate FPS gaming.

Benchmark results indicate that the GPU's average benchmark score is 8436, placing it in the 43rd percentile. Its nearest rivals in the aggregate benchmark data are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX, from which it is 0.1% ahead, and the NVIDIA GeForce MX330, which is 0.3% ahead of it. The AMD Radeon HD 8870M is 0.3% behind, and the AMD Radeon R9 M375X is 1.3% behind. These are all older or entry-level discrete GPUs, which contextualizes the 880M's performance level. It is not competitive with modern mid-range or high-end discrete graphics cards.

The combo's rank in this specific game is consistent with the GPU's low percentile. The CPU's high percentile of 84 does not compensate for the GPU's limitations in a graphically demanding FPS title. The measured FPS data across all resolutions and settings shows that the system is only comfortable at 1080p with low to medium presets. The ranking is a direct reflection of the average FPS results, which are below 60 at most settings above Low at 1080p and below 54 at any setting at 1440p.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 880M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process. It has a base clock of 400 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz. The GPU features 768 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 16 render output units. It also includes 12 ray tracing cores. Its theoretical performance is rated at 4.454 TFLOPS for FP32 operations.

The GPU's memory is system-shared, meaning it uses the system RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory bus and bandwidth are listed as "System Shared" and "System Dependent" respectively. This is a critical factor in its performance. In Lockdown Protocol, the lack of dedicated video memory means the GPU must compete with the CPU for memory bandwidth, which can lead to performance drops, especially at higher resolutions where the memory pressure increases.

The data shows that the GPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks is modest. Its Passmark G3D score is 7615, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 535. In contrast, its Geekbench Vulkan score is 40006, which is relatively better but still reflects an integrated solution. The GPU's pixel rate is 46.40 GPixel/s and its texture rate is 139.2 GTexel/s. These numbers indicate a GPU that is capable of handling light to medium graphical loads but will struggle with the demands of a modern FPS at high resolutions and settings.

The clock speed of 2900 MHz is high for an integrated GPU, but it does not make up for the limited number of execution units and the shared memory architecture. The measured FPS in Lockdown Protocol confirms this. At 1080p, the GPU can manage 74 FPS on Low settings, but this drops to 35 FPS on Ultra, showing that the GPU's compute and memory resources are quickly saturated as graphical fidelity increases. The results are consistent with a GPU that sits in the 43rd percentile of all GPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Lockdown Protocol provides a detailed look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system is not playable for a competitive FPS. The average FPS on Low settings is 35. Medium settings yield an average of 25 FPS, with a minimum of 21 and a maximum of 29. High settings average 22 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to an average of 16 FPS. None of these frame rates are suitable for smooth gameplay, as they are all well below the 60 FPS target that most players prefer for an FPS. The data suggests that 4K gaming is out of the question for this combination.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), performance is borderline. The Low preset achieves an average of 54 FPS, which is acceptable for some players but may not be consistent enough for high-level competitive play. Medium settings average 39 FPS, with a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 44 FPS. This is a playable range but with noticeable dips. High settings average 34 FPS, and Ultra settings average 25 FPS. The data indicates that 1440p is only viable with the Low preset, and even then, frame times may not be consistent.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system is at its best. The Low preset delivers an average of 74 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. Medium settings produce an average of 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 and a maximum of 61 FPS. This is a solid playable experience, though the minimum FPS of 45 could be noticeable during intense scenes. High settings average 46 FPS, and Ultra settings average 35 FPS. The data shows that 1080p is the resolution where this combo can provide a reasonably good experience, but only by using the Low or Medium presets.

The overall trend is clear: performance scales predictably with resolution and settings. The highest measured FPS is 74 at 1080p Low, and the lowest is 16 at 4K Ultra. The minimum and maximum FPS values provided for Medium settings at all resolutions show a spread of about 16 to 17 FPS, indicating some frame pacing variance. For example, at 1080p Medium, the range is 45 to 61 FPS, a 16 FPS delta. At 1440p Medium, the range is 33 to 44 FPS, an 11 FPS delta. At 4K Medium, the range is 21 to 29 FPS, an 8 FPS delta. This suggests that the lower resolutions allow for more variance, likely due to CPU and memory bandwidth headroom.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for Lockdown Protocol with this hardware are clear. For a smooth and responsive experience, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the best choice. The average FPS of 74 is well above the 60 FPS target, and it provides the most headroom for avoiding dips during combat or when multiple players are on screen. This is the only preset and resolution combination that consistently delivers high frame rates.

If a player prefers higher visual fidelity, the Medium preset at 1920x1080 is a viable alternative. The average of 53 FPS is still playable, and the minimum of 45 FPS is acceptable for most casual or semi-competitive play. The visual upgrade from Low to Medium is often noticeable, but the lower average frame rate means the experience will be less smooth. The data shows that this preset is a trade-off between visuals and performance.

At 2560x1440, the only recommended setting is the Low preset, which yields an average of 54 FPS. This is borderline for an FPS, and the frame rate may be inconsistent. Medium settings at this resolution drop to 39 FPS average, which is too low for smooth gameplay. The data does not support using any preset above Low at 1440p.

The High and Ultra presets are not recommended at any resolution. At 1080p, High averages 46 FPS and Ultra averages 35 FPS. At 1440p, High averages 34 FPS and Ultra averages 25 FPS. At 4K, all presets produce average FPS below 35. These settings do not provide a competitive advantage and will likely result in a frustrating experience due to low frame rates and inconsistent frame pacing.

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the data points to 1080p Low as the primary recommendation. The 74 FPS average gives the player a significant margin over the 60 FPS threshold, which is crucial for an FPS where reaction time matters. The Medium preset at 1080p is a secondary option for those who prioritize graphics over maximum frame rate, but they should be prepared for the lower average of 53 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, built on a 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The CPU features 24 MB of shared L3 cache, with 112 KB of L1 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. Its TDP is 28 W, and it supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU performs strongly. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 14551, and its single-core score is 1759. The Passmark multi-thread score is 25933, and the single-thread score is 3509. These results place the CPU in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a capable processor for tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. Its nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark scores are the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H, from which it is 0.3% ahead, and the AMD EPYC 4244P, which is 0.4% behind.

In Lockdown Protocol, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and AI, while the GPU handles rendering. The data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this system. The measured FPS at 1080p Low is 74, which is a good result, but the frame rate drops significantly as the GPU load increases with higher settings. For example, at 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 35, which is less than half of the Low preset result. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

The CPU's 16 cores and 22 threads are more than sufficient for Lockdown Protocol, which is an FPS game that typically does not scale perfectly with many cores. The high boost clock of 5.00 GHz helps with single-threaded performance, which is important for game logic and draw call submission. However, the CPU's performance is overshadowed by the integrated GPU's limitations. The system's low combo rank of 2763 out of 2828 is not due to the CPU, but rather the GPU's inability to maintain high frame rates at higher settings.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is shared with the GPU, as the Radeon 880M uses system memory. This shared memory architecture can create a bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU needs more memory bandwidth. The data shows that even at 1080p Low, the system achieves only 74 FPS, which is not exceptionally high. This suggests that the shared memory bandwidth and the GPU's compute capabilities are the primary constraints on performance in Lockdown Protocol. The CPU is a strong performer, but it cannot overcome the GPU's limitations in this gaming workload.