The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers exceptionally high frame rates in The Technomancer, with measured performance at every resolution and preset combination clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data indicates a system that is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions, but the sheer strength of the RTX 4090 ensures that even the most demanding settings remain fluid. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS, compares the components to similar hardware, and provides guidance on optimal settings for this specific action RPG.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination shows a consistent pattern: performance scales predictably with both resolution and graphical preset. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system produces frame rates that far exceed the needs of any standard display. The Low preset yields an average of 222.5 FPS, which is the highest figure recorded across the entire test matrix. Moving to Medium reduces the average to 202.9 FPS, a modest 8.8% drop. The High preset produces 188.6 FPS, and Ultra, the most demanding setting at this resolution, still maintains a robust 170.5 FPS average. This represents a 23.4% performance gap between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptionally strong, although the scaling is more pronounced. The Low preset delivers an average of 192.1 FPS, which is only slightly lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium produces 166.8 FPS, High yields 138.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 108.4 FPS. The transition from Low to Ultra at 1440p results in a 43.6% reduction in average frame rate, indicating that the game's visual effects at higher presets have a substantial impact on the GPU. The 1440p Ultra result is notable because it still clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, leaving significant headroom for demanding scenes.

The 3840x2160 resolution, commonly referred to as 4K, presents the most challenging scenario. The Low preset produces an average of 117.8 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium drops to 88.5 FPS, and High averages 80.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K produces an average of 60.2 FPS, which is exactly at the playability threshold. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset that approaches the 60 FPS limit, and the margin is razor-thin. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 48.9% performance decrease, the largest relative drop across any resolution, confirming that 4K Ultra is the point where the RTX 4090 begins to feel the pressure from this game's engine.

No minimum or maximum FPS values were recorded in the dataset, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. The absence of these metrics means that frame pacing and 1% lows cannot be assessed, but the high averages suggest a generally smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430, which scores 19617 and is 0.1% faster. The Intel Core i5-12500 scores 19668 and is 0.4% faster, while the Intel Core i7-10700F scores 19499 and is 0.5% slower. The Intel Core i5-11600KF scores 19723 and is 0.7% faster. All four alternatives are within a 1.2% performance band of the Ryzen 5 5500, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver effectively identical frame rates in The Technomancer when paired with the same RTX 4090. The CPU is not the limiting factor at any resolution in this game, so swapping to any of these rivals would produce negligible differences in the measured FPS.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, the nearest rivals are surprisingly different in character. The Intel Arc Pro A60 scores 60326, which is statistically identical with a 0.0% delta. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60140 and is 0.3% faster. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61896 and is 2.5% faster, while the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58657 and is 2.9% slower. These alternatives are all professional or workstation-class GPUs, which is unusual for a consumer gaming card. The performance deltas are small, but the architectural differences could produce different results in specific games. For The Technomancer specifically, the RTX 4090's measured performance is what matters, and the rivals listed would likely produce similar average frame rates given their benchmark proximity.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run The Technomancer at 4K resolution?

A: Yes. The data shows playable performance at all four presets tested at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset averages 60.2 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by a minimal margin, while High averages 80.2 FPS, Medium averages 88.5 FPS, and Low averages 117.8 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting at 2560x1440 for this combination?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice at 1440p, with an average FPS of 108.4. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the data indicates that all lower presets also maintain high frame rates, ranging from 138.8 FPS at High to 192.1 FPS at Low.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 has an average benchmark score of 19593, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i5-12500 and Intel Core i7-10700F, are all within a 0.7% delta of its score, meaning there is no meaningful performance difference for this game.

Q: Is the RTX 4090 significantly faster than its closest alternatives?

A: No. The RTX 4090's average benchmark score is 60347, and its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Arc Pro A60 and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48, are within a 0.3% delta. However, these are workstation-class GPUs, and their gaming performance may differ from the synthetic benchmarks suggest.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 188.6. This is nearly triple the 60 FPS threshold, providing substantial headroom for any future driver updates or game patches.

Q: Does the Ultra preset at 4K provide a stable 60 FPS experience?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 60.2, which is technically above the threshold. However, the margin is only 0.2 FPS, so any minor scene complexity or background process could cause dips below 60 FPS. The High preset at 80.2 FPS average is a safer choice for consistent performance.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this system can run The Technomancer at all tested resolutions and presets above 60 FPS. According to the verdict by resolution, all four playable settings are available at each resolution: 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160. The best settings at each resolution are the most demanding Ultra preset, with average FPS of 170.5 at 1080p, 108.4 at 1440p, and 60.2 at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that is borderline, as the average FPS barely clears the threshold. For a guaranteed smooth experience, the High preset at 4K offers a comfortable 80.2 FPS average, while still providing high visual quality. At 1080p and 1440p, there is no practical reason to avoid the Ultra preset, as the performance headroom is massive. The RTX 4090 is clearly overkill for this 2016 title at lower resolutions, but it is precisely the kind of hardware needed to push 4K Ultra without compromise, even if the margin is slim.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 282nd out of 3696 tested combinations for The Technomancer. This places the combo in the top 7.6% of all systems tested for this game. The high rank is primarily attributable to the RTX 4090, which sits in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU, in contrast, ranks in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, which is respectable but not elite. The ranking suggests that most of the performance potential is unlocked by the GPU, and the CPU is sufficient to feed it without bottlenecking at the tested resolutions. The gap between the combo's rank and the GPU's percentile indicates that a faster CPU could potentially push this combo even higher, but the measured FPS data shows that the current pairing already achieves maximum playability at all settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

For the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, the data reveals the following optimal configurations. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear choice, delivering an average of 170.5 FPS. This provides an enormous buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring consistent performance even in the most chaotic scenes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again is optimal, with an average of 108.4 FPS. The performance is so strong that even the most demanding visual effects leave more than 48 FPS of headroom. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 60.2 FPS, which technically meets the requirement but offers almost no margin for error. The High preset at 80.2 FPS is the more practical choice for 4K if the user values stability over maximum visual fidelity, but the data confirms that Ultra is playable based on the average. For each resolution, the Ultra preset is the highest quality setting that maintains at least 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for users who prioritize image quality.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and the RTX 4090 in The Technomancer becomes clearer when examining the scaling between resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high, ranging from 170.5 FPS at Ultra to 222.5 FPS at Low. These numbers suggest that the GPU is not being fully utilized, as the RTX 4090 is capable of far higher frame rates in less demanding scenarios. The CPU is likely the limiting factor at this resolution, particularly at the Low preset where the frame rate approaches the CPU's maximum throughput for game logic and draw calls. The Ryzen 5 5500's 6-core, 12-thread configuration is adequate, but the data implies that a stronger CPU could extract even higher frame rates at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop noticeably compared to 1080p, with the Ultra preset falling from 170.5 FPS to 108.4 FPS. This 36.4% reduction indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck as the resolution increases. The CPU still has headroom, as the frame rates remain well above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a 43.6% drop, which is a clear sign of GPU-bound performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The Ultra preset drops to 60.2 FPS, which is a 44.5% reduction from the 1440p Ultra result. The Low preset at 4K still manages 117.8 FPS, indicating that even at the lowest settings, the GPU is working hard to render the higher pixel count. The CPU's influence at 4K is minimal, as the frame rates are entirely dictated by the GPU's ability to process the increased resolution. The data shows that the RTX 4090 is the defining component at 4K, while the Ryzen 5 5500 provides sufficient support at 1080p and 1440p without becoming a significant limitation. For users targeting the highest frame rates at 1080p, a more powerful CPU could offer marginal gains, but the current pairing already delivers an excellent experience at all resolutions.