The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 presents a fascinating case study for The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG. The measured data reveals a system that is overwhelmingly capable at standard resolutions, but which begins to show its limits when pushed to 4K with maximum settings. This combination of a modern 8-core CPU with a high-end Ampere GPU produces a predictable pattern: massive headroom at 1080p and 1440p, with a sharp drop-off only at the absolute highest 4K preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a clear, resolution-by-resolution picture of performance, with average FPS recorded across four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast, with the Low preset delivering an average of 220.5 FPS. The Medium preset sees a drop to 175.2 FPS, while High maintains a strong 144.6 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset at 1080p produces an average of 113.6 FPS, which is far beyond the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but shows a clear scaling trend. The Low preset averages 146.7 FPS, the Medium preset drops to 114.7 FPS, and the High preset yields 93.6 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p still manages a solid 75.4 FPS, indicating that this combination can comfortably handle high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution.

The picture changes significantly at 3840x2160. The Low preset is the only one that remains comfortably playable, with an average of 80.5 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 58.4 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset averages 51.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops further to 38.3 FPS. The data shows a stark contrast between 1440p and 4K, with the gap between Ultra at 1440p (75.4 FPS) and Ultra at 4K (38.3 FPS) being a substantial 37.1 FPS difference. No min or max FPS data is available in the pack, so the analysis relies entirely on average frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data suggests that the RTX 3080 is the dominant performance driver in this configuration, with the Ryzen 7 5700 providing ample support. The scaling between presets at each resolution points to a GPU-bound scenario at higher settings. For instance, at 1080p, the difference between Low (220.5 FPS) and Ultra (113.6 FPS) is 106.9 FPS, a huge performance cost driven by the GPU's workload. This indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with frames even at the highest settings, where the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

The role of each component becomes clearer when observing the resolution scaling. At 1080p, the system is pushing frame rates that are likely near the CPU's maximum capability, but the GPU still has enough headroom to render the scenes. Conversely, at 4K, the GPU's rendering load increases dramatically, as evidenced by the Ultra preset dropping from 113.6 FPS at 1080p to 38.3 FPS at 4K. This 75.3 FPS drop is a classic sign of GPU limitation. The CPU's performance is relatively constant, but the GPU's fill rate and shading power are being maxed out.

The Ryzen 7 5700, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is unlikely to bottleneck the RTX 3080 in this game. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a Passmark multithread score of 24303, indicate it has substantial headroom. The data implies that The Technomancer is primarily a GPU-bound title at higher resolutions, and the CPU's role is to provide a stable platform for the GPU to reach its potential. At 1080p with the Low preset, the CPU may be more involved, but the high FPS numbers suggest it is still not a significant bottleneck.

Best Settings per Resolution

To achieve a consistently smooth experience at or above 60 FPS, the ideal preset varies significantly by resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 113.6 FPS. This provides a significant margin over the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for a highly responsive and visually rich experience.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the optimal choice, with an average of 75.4 FPS. While this is lower than the 1080p result, it still clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin, making it the most demanding preset that is fully playable. The data shows that the system has enough performance headroom at 1440p to run the game at its maximum visual quality.

The situation is different at 3840x2160. Here, only the Low preset is recommended, as it produces an average of 80.5 FPS. The Medium preset falls just short at 58.4 FPS, making it unsuitable for a 60 FPS target. The High and Ultra presets at 4K are not playable according to the data, with averages of 51.8 FPS and 38.3 FPS, respectively. Therefore, for a 4K experience, users must sacrifice visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rival hardware to both the CPU and GPU provides context for how other systems might perform. For the AMD Ryzen 7 5700, the closest matches in average benchmark score are the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550, -0.1%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, 0.1%). These CPUs have nearly identical average scores, meaning a system with any of these processors would likely yield very similar frame rates in The Technomancer, assuming the same GPU is used.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, the nearest rivals are surprisingly close in average benchmark score. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (23250, -0.3%) and the NVIDIA P106-100 (23249, -0.3%) are almost identical in score, while the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23273, -0.4%) and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X (23276, -0.4%) are also very close. The delta percentages are minimal, all within -0.4% to -0.3% of the RTX 3080's score. This suggests that a system equipped with any of these GPUs would offer a very similar performance profile in this game, potentially producing frame rates within a few FPS of the RTX 3080's results.

It is important to note that these rival comparisons are based solely on average benchmark scores, not on direct in-game measurements. The data implies that the RTX 3080 performs at a level comparable to these other cards, which is a useful reference point for users considering alternative hardware.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific CPU-GPU pairing ranks 1074th out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the top 29% of all tested systems, which is a strong result. The ranking indicates that this combination outperforms the majority of other systems that have been benchmarked in this game.

The high ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. The system is capable of running the game at very high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, which reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. The rank of 1074 suggests that while there are many faster systems, this combination is firmly in the upper echelon of performance for this title. It is not a top-tier system, but it is significantly better than average, and the data shows it can handle the game well at most settings and resolutions.

The Verdict

Based on the measured data, this PC can definitively run The Technomancer at 60 FPS or higher at most settings. At 1920x1080, the system is an exceptional performer, with all presets, including Ultra (113.6 FPS), exceeding the 60 FPS target by a large margin. At 2560x1440, the story is similar, with the Ultra preset (75.4 FPS) comfortably clearing the threshold. Even the High (93.6 FPS) and Medium (114.7 FPS) presets offer excellent performance.

The only challenge appears at 3840x2160. The verdict data states that only the Low preset is playable at 4K, with an average of 80.5 FPS. The Medium preset (58.4 FPS) just misses the 60 FPS target, and the High (51.8 FPS) and Ultra (38.3 FPS) presets are not playable. Therefore, to achieve a smooth 4K experience, users must use the Low preset. For those with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this system is an excellent choice, capable of delivering a high-refresh-rate experience at maximum settings. For 4K gaming, it requires significant settings compromises.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run The Technomancer at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS for the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 is 38.3 FPS, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice at 2560x1440, as it is the most demanding setting that still maintains an average of 75.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, scores 25530, a delta of -0.1%. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640U scores 25485, a delta of 0.1%.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the High preset, the system achieves an average frame rate of 144.6 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 3080's performance similar to any other GPUs?

A: Yes, the RTX 3080's average benchmark score of 23172 is very close to the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (23250, -0.3%) and the NVIDIA P106-100 (23249, -0.3%).

Q: What is the system's overall rank among tested combos?

A: This specific CPU and GPU combination ranks 1074th out of 3696 total tested combinations for this game.