Lockdown Protocol

Lockdown Protocol is a demanding FPS title, and the combination of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H with the AMD Radeon 890M integrated graphics produces a very specific performance profile. The data shows this combo is positioned at the lower end of the spectrum for this game, ranking 2675 out of 2828 tested combinations. This indicates that while the CPU is a strong performer in general compute tasks, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions and detail settings. The measured frame rates confirm that this is a pairing best suited for 1080p gaming at medium to low settings, where it can achieve playable, though not exceptional, results.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2675 out of 2828 tested combinations places it in the bottom 5% of all configurations tested for Lockdown Protocol. This is a low position, and the data strongly suggests that the AMD Radeon 890M integrated GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU, an Intel Core Ultra X7 368H, sits in the 87th percentile against all CPUs, meaning it is a capable processor. However, the GPU only reaches the 45th percentile against all GPUs, highlighting a significant imbalance in this pairing for a graphics-intensive title like Lockdown Protocol.

To understand the CPU’s standing, we can look at its nearest rivals. It is virtually tied with the Intel Core 7 253PE, showing a deltaPct of -0.1, and the Intel Core 5 223PE, with a deltaPct of -0.2. It also sits right next to the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H, with a deltaPct of 0.2, and the Intel Xeon 6507P, also with a deltaPct of 0.2. These extremely small deltas, all within 0.2 percent, mean that for general processing tasks, the Core Ultra X7 368H is functionally equivalent to these other chips. The CPU is not the source of the performance bottleneck in this game.

On the GPU side, the Radeon 890M is similarly clustered with its nearest rivals. It is within 0.1 percent of the AMD Radeon Vega 8, and slightly behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 by 0.7 percent, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465 by 0.9 percent, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 850M by 1 percent. This places the integrated GPU’s raw graphics processing power in the same class as older discrete mobile and desktop graphics cards. For a modern FPS like Lockdown Protocol, this level of graphics performance is simply not enough for high-fidelity experiences at demanding resolutions.

The rank reflects the reality of the measured FPS. Across all resolutions and settings, the average frame rates are low. The highest average FPS achieved is 78 at 1080p Low, while the lowest is 17 at 4K Ultra. These numbers clearly illustrate why the combo ranks so poorly. The pairing is heavily skewed towards CPU performance, which does not translate to high frame rates when the GPU is overwhelmed. The data indicates that users of this combo will need to make significant sacrifices in graphical quality to get playable performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo can achieve in Lockdown Protocol?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 78 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this combo run Lockdown Protocol at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but with severe limitations. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 17 on Ultra settings to 37 on Low settings. Only the Low setting achieves an average above 30 FPS, making it the only playable option at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H is virtually tied with its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core 7 253PE, 0.2% slower than the Intel Core 5 223PE, and 0.2% faster than both the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H and the Intel Xeon 6507P.

Q: What does the GPU’s percentile rank indicate about its performance?

A: The AMD Radeon 890M is in the 45th percentile of all GPUs, meaning it performs better than only 45% of all tested graphics cards. This indicates it is a below-average performer, especially for a demanding game like Lockdown Protocol.

Q: Is there a bigger performance gap between the CPU and GPU for this game?

A: Yes, the data shows a significant imbalance. The CPU is in the 87th percentile, while the GPU is in the 45th percentile. This large gap indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, preventing the strong CPU from delivering high frame rates.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the average FPS is 56. At 4K Medium, the average FPS drops to 26. This represents a 54% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K at the same settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H is a 16-core, 16-thread processor based on the Panther Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The CPU also features a large 18 MB shared L3 cache. These specifications point to a processor with strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities, which is reflected in its benchmark scores. For instance, it scores 28221 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3984 in single-core.

In the context of Lockdown Protocol, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and AI. The data suggests that the CPU is more than capable of handling these tasks. Its high percentile rank of 87 against all CPUs and its close performance to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H indicate that it is not a limiting factor in this game. The FPS drops observed when increasing resolution and settings are characteristic of a GPU bottleneck, not a CPU one.

The fact that the CPU has 16 threads is relevant for modern games that can utilize multiple cores. However, even with this processing power, the integrated GPU cannot keep up. The measured FPS at 1080p Low, which is the least GPU-intensive scenario, is 78 FPS. While this is the highest result, it is still far from the high refresh rates that a powerful discrete GPU could achieve. The CPU is waiting on the GPU to render frames, preventing it from pushing higher frame rates.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s and support for LPDDR5X memory are also factors. Since the GPU uses system shared memory, the CPU’s memory bandwidth directly impacts GPU performance. This shared memory architecture is a common limitation for integrated graphics. The data shows that the GPU’s memory is “System Dependent,” meaning its performance is tied to the system’s RAM. This dependency is a key reason why the GPU struggles in demanding scenarios, as it must compete with the CPU for memory access.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo’s performance across different resolutions and settings. The data is complete for Medium settings, which includes average, minimum, and maximum FPS, while other settings only report average FPS.

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo performs at its best. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 78 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 56 FPS, with a minimum of 47 and a maximum of 64. High settings produce an average of 49 FPS. Ultra settings bring the average down to 36 FPS. This shows a clear progression: as settings increase, frame rates decrease. The 1080p Low setting is the only one that breaks the 60 FPS barrier, offering a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a significant hit. Low settings yield an average of 58 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 41 FPS, with a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 47. High settings average 36 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 27 FPS. This resolution is playable only on Low settings, and even then, it is not a high-refresh-rate experience. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings is 20 FPS, from 78 to 58.

At 3840x2160, or 4K, the combo is mostly overwhelmed. Low settings produce an average of 37 FPS. Medium settings drop to 26 FPS, with a minimum of 22 and a maximum of 30. High settings average 23 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 17 FPS. No setting at 4K achieves an average of 40 FPS or higher, making the game feel sluggish. The data shows that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this combo unless the user is willing to accept very low frame rates.

The minimum FPS data for Medium settings shows that there is significant frame time variance. At 1080p, the minimum is 47 FPS, which is 16% below the average. At 1440p, the minimum is 35 FPS, 15% below the average. At 4K, the minimum is 22 FPS, 15% below the average. This indicates that even in the playable ranges, there will be noticeable stutters.

Resolution Scaling

Resolution scaling analysis reveals the extent to which the GPU is the limiting factor. The data shows that as resolution increases, the frame rate drops dramatically. This is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck, as the CPU’s workload does not scale as much with resolution as the GPU’s does.

Starting at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 78 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 58 FPS, a 25.6% decrease. Moving further to 4K Low, the average drops to 37 FPS, a 52.6% decrease from 1080p. This is a substantial drop, indicating that the GPU is struggling to fill the increased number of pixels.

For Medium settings, the scaling is similar. 1080p Medium averages 56 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it is 41 FPS, a 26.8% decrease. At 4K Medium, it is 26 FPS, a 53.6% decrease from 1080p. The consistency of these percentage drops across different settings suggests that the GPU’s pixel throughput is the primary constraint.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a drop from 49 FPS to 23 FPS, a 53.1% decrease. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 36 FPS to 17 FPS, a 52.8% decrease. The pattern is very clear: the frame rate is nearly halved when moving from 1080p to 4K, regardless of the quality settings. This uniform scaling pattern is a strong indicator that the GPU is the sole bottleneck.

This behavior tells us that the CPU is not being stressed by the resolution increase. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar frame rates at 1080p and 4K, as the CPU would be the limiting factor in both cases. Instead, the frame rates scale inversely with the pixel count, confirming that the AMD Radeon 890M is the component holding back performance. The CPU has enough headroom to handle the game’s logic, but the GPU cannot keep up with the rendering demands.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user’s target resolution and desired smoothness. The data provides a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate.

For users with a 1920x1080 display, the recommended setting is Medium. At this setting, the combo achieves an average of 56 FPS, with a minimum of 47 FPS. This is a playable experience, as the average is above 50 FPS and the minimum does not drop too low. While Low settings offer a higher average of 78 FPS, the visual quality improvement from Low to Medium is significant, and the frame rate is still acceptable. High settings at 49 FPS are also possible, but the lower minimum FPS could lead to more noticeable stutters in intense scenes. Ultra settings at 36 FPS are not recommended, as the frame rate dips below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

For users with a 2560x1440 display, the recommended setting is Low. This setting provides an average of 58 FPS, which is the only setting at this resolution that is consistently above 50 FPS. Medium settings drop to 41 FPS, which may be acceptable for some, but the minimum of 35 FPS could be problematic. High and Ultra settings, at 36 and 27 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a smooth experience. The data shows that the GPU is stretched too thin at this resolution for higher settings.

For users with a 3840x2160 display, the recommended setting is Low. This setting yields an average of 37 FPS, which is not ideal but is the only playable option. Medium settings at 26 FPS and High settings at 23 FPS will feel laggy. Ultra settings at 17 FPS are not playable. The data strongly suggests that 4K gaming is not a strength of this combo, and users should either lower the resolution or accept a compromised experience.

The best overall experience, balancing visual quality and frame rate, is at 1080p Medium. This setting provides a good frame rate above 50 FPS while maintaining a level of detail that is visually superior to Low. It is the sweet spot for this hardware combination. For users who prioritize a high frame rate above all else, 1080p Low is the only setting that hits the 60 FPS mark. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with compromises required for higher resolutions.