The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Arc B570 combination ranks near the bottom of the tested database for The Technomancer, sitting at 2972 out of 3696 tested combos. This places it in the 20th percentile of all configurations, indicating that while the hardware is capable of running the game, it does not deliver a standout experience compared to other pairings. The data shows a system that is firmly mid-pack in terms of raw performance, with the CPU and GPU each performing adequately but not exceptionally for this 2016 title. The combination's rank is a direct reflection of its measured frame rates, which are solid at 1080p but quickly become marginal at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Arc B570 pairing is positioned at rank 2972 out of 3696 tested combos for The measured FPS data confirms this ranking is heavily influenced by resolution scaling. At 1920x1080, the combination is a comfortable performer, easily clearing the 60 FPS threshold at every preset. However, performance degrades significantly at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear pattern: the system is well-suited for 1080p gaming, but it struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K. This suggests that the GPU, rather than the CPU, is the primary limiting factor when moving to 1440p and 2160p. The combination is not a high-end performer, but it is also not a poor one; it is a middle-of-the-road configuration that is more than enough for 1080p and acceptable for 1440p on lower settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals identified in the benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F performs similarly to several other CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14600T is a close match, with an average score that is essentially identical, showing a delta of just 0.1%. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H are also near-identical in performance, with deltas of 0.2% and -0.2% respectively. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 is another close alternative, with a delta of 0.3%. This indicates that if a user were to swap the Ryzen 5 7400F for any of these processors, the in-game performance would remain virtually unchanged.

For the graphics card, the Intel Arc B570's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which has a delta of 0.1%. The Intel Arc A750 is also a near-identical match, with a delta of -0.1%. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X are slightly further apart in terms of average score, with deltas of 0.4% and -0.5% respectively. These results indicate that the Arc B570's performance is in the same class as these other GPUs, and users would see similar frame rates with any of them.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for The Technomancer indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining performance, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F, has a strong single-core performance and a good multi-core score, but the game’s frame rates are more closely tied to the graphics card. The data for resolution scaling confirms this. When moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average frame rate drops from 80 FPS to 52 FPS, a 35% decrease. Moving further from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at the same settings results in a further drop from 52 FPS to 29 FPS, a 44% decrease. This steep scaling is a classic sign of a GPU-bound workload.

The CPU’s role is more prominent at lower resolutions and with higher frame rates. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the frame rate reaches 121 FPS. This is a high frame rate that can stress the CPU, but the fact that the Ryzen 5 7400F is able to push it suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck in this scenario. The scaling from Low to Medium to High at 1080p is also interesting. The frame rate drops from 121 FPS to 93 FPS to 80 FPS, respectively. This indicates that the game is still somewhat responsive to settings changes at this resolution, showing that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance. The CPU's 83rd percentile performance rating among all CPUs in the database is a good indicator that it is more than sufficient for this game. The data confirms that the GPU is the bottleneck in this configuration.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + Intel Arc B570 combo capable of running The Technomancer at 4K?

A: The data shows that 3840x2160 resolution is not playable at any setting. The best average frame rate at this resolution is 44 FPS at Low settings, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium and High settings yield 33 FPS and 29 FPS, respectively, while Ultra is at 22 FPS.

Q: Will the system run The Technomancer smoothly at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the combination can achieve a stable experience. Both Low and Medium settings are considered playable, with average frame rates of 79 FPS and 61 FPS respectively. High and Ultra settings are not playable, averaging 52 FPS and 41 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset to use at 1920x1080?

A: The system can run all four settings presets at 1080p at or above 60 FPS. The best settings that stay at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which has an average frame rate of 62 FPS. High averages 80 FPS, Medium 93 FPS, and Low 121 FPS.

Q: How does this combination compare to other tested hardware?

A: This combo ranks 2972 out of 3696 tested combos. The CPU is very close in performance to the Intel Core i5-14600T, showing a delta of 0.1%. The GPU is similarly close to the Intel Arc A750, with a delta of -0.1%.

Q: Is the system more limited by the CPU or the GPU?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The frame rate drops significantly as resolution increases, a hallmark of a GPU-bound title. For instance, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 80 at 1080p to 52 at 1440p, and then to 29 at 2160p.

Q: What are the exact average frame rates for The Technomancer at 1920x1080 Medium settings?

A: The average frame rate at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 93 FPS, with a minimum of 79 FPS and a maximum of 107 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a detailed look at performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results, with an average of 121 FPS on Low and 93 FPS on Medium. High settings average 80 FPS, and Ultra settings average 62 FPS. The Medium setting at this resolution has a minimum of 79 FPS and a maximum of 107 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings average 79 FPS and Medium settings average 61 FPS, with a minimum of 52 FPS and a maximum of 70 FPS. High settings fall to 52 FPS, and Ultra averages only 41 FPS. The system is mostly playable at this resolution but only at the lower presets.

At 3840x2160, the system is not playable at any setting. Low settings average 44 FPS, Medium averages 33 FPS with a minimum of 28 FPS and a maximum of 39 FPS. High averages 29 FPS, and Ultra averages 22 FPS. The data shows a clear progression of performance loss as the resolution and settings are increased.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, there is no playable settings preset that reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The highest average is 44 FPS at Low, which is still below the playable threshold. Therefore, no settings are recommended for 4K.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is Medium, which delivers an average frame rate of 61 FPS. This is just above the 60 FPS target. Low also achieves playable at 79 FPS, but Medium is the highest quality that remains playable.

For 1920x1080, the system is capable of handling all presets. The best settings that stay at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 62 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that can be used while maintaining a playable frame rate.