The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a robust experience in The Technomancer, with benchmark data showing that the combination is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K presents a more demanding challenge. The measured results indicate that this system is well-balanced for the title, with performance scaling predictably across the three tested resolutions and four quality presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across all settings. The Low preset produces an average of 232.1 FPS, which is exceptionally high and indicates the game is far from demanding at this resolution. Moving up to Medium, the average drops to 179.2 FPS, still providing a very smooth experience. The High preset yields an average of 153 FPS, while the most demanding Ultra setting maintains an average of 117.4 FPS. These numbers show a steady progression of performance loss as graphical fidelity increases, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing a difference of approximately 114.7 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the results remain strong but show the expected impact of a higher pixel count. The Low preset averages 153.6 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS playability threshold. Medium follows at 116.1 FPS, while High delivers 101.6 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding configuration, still manages an average of 77.8 FPS. This resolution demonstrates that the combo has significant headroom, as even the heaviest settings maintain performance comfortably above the playable threshold.

Moving to 3840x2160 (4K), the picture changes considerably. The Low preset averages 83.8 FPS, which remains playable. Medium drops to 66.3 FPS, still clearing the 60 FPS mark. However, the High preset falls to 54.9 FPS, and Ultra drops further to 43.8 FPS. These latter two settings fall below the 60 FPS playability threshold, indicating that 4K requires more conservative settings to maintain smooth gameplay. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a substantial performance penalty, with the Ultra preset dropping from 77.8 FPS to 43.8 FPS, a reduction of 34 FPS.

The data shows no min or max FPS values in the measurements, so the analysis relies entirely on average frame rates. The pattern across all resolutions is consistent: Low is fastest, Medium is moderately slower, High is further reduced, and Ultra is the most demanding. The relative gaps between presets remain similar across resolutions, though the absolute differences shrink as resolution increases.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data suggests that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, while the CPU has ample headroom to feed the graphics card. At 1920x1080, the performance spread between the Low and Ultra presets is 114.7 FPS, showing that the GPU is heavily engaged in rendering at this resolution. The Ryzen 7 5800XT, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is clearly capable of keeping the RTX 4070 supplied with data, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the scaling from 1080p shows a performance drop of approximately 34% to 40% across presets, which is typical of GPU-bound scenarios. The fact that Ultra still averages 77.8 FPS indicates that neither component is severely limiting at this resolution. The balance between CPU and GPU appears well-matched, with the system delivering consistent performance without obvious stalling.

The 4K results highlight the GPU’s dominance in determining final frame rates. The drop from 1440p to 2160p is steep, with the Ultra preset falling by 34 FPS and High falling by 46.7 FPS. This is a classic sign of pixel-throughput limitation, where the RTX 4070’s rendering capabilities are being taxed by the sheer number of pixels. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, as the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor.

The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 5800XT is not a bottleneck at any resolution or preset tested. Even at 1080p Low, where the game is least demanding on the GPU, the system achieves 232.1 FPS, suggesting the CPU can handle high instruction rates without issue. The GPU’s performance ceiling is reached at 4K Ultra with 43.8 FPS, which aligns with the expected behavior of a mid-to-high-range graphics card under extreme load.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run The Technomancer at 4K with high settings?*

A: No. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 54.9, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Ultra preset performs even worse at 43.8 FPS. Only Low and Medium presets clear 60 FPS at this resolution.

Q: What is the best preset at 2560x1440 for smooth gameplay?

A: The Ultra preset is the best option at 1440p, delivering an average of 77.8 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays above the 60 FPS threshold, and it provides the highest visual quality without sacrificing playability.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p compared to 1440p?

A: At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 232.1 (Low) to 117.4 (Ultra). At 1440p, the range is 153.6 (Low) to 77.8 (Ultra). The performance drop between the two resolutions is roughly 34-40%, with the Ultra preset losing 39.6 FPS when moving from 1080p to 1440p.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 4K?

A: The GPU is the dominant factor at 4K. The performance drop from 1440p to 2160p is substantial across all presets, with the High preset losing 46.7 FPS and Ultra losing 34 FPS. This indicates the RTX 4070’s pixel throughput is the limiting factor, not the Ryzen 7 5800XT’s processing power.

Q: What is the lowest playable setting at 4K?

A: The Low preset at 3840x2160 averages 83.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset also clears the threshold at 66.3 FPS. High and Ultra presets do not meet the playability requirement.

Q: How does the combo’s performance scale between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 153.6 FPS, while Ultra averages 77.8 FPS. This represents a performance drop of 75.8 FPS, or roughly 49%, when moving from the least to most demanding preset. The scaling is consistent, with Medium at 116.1 FPS and High at 101.6 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 834th out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places the system in the top 22.6% of all tested configurations, indicating that it performs well relative to the broader database of hardware combinations.

Looking at the individual components, the CPU sits in the 81st percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29879. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, which scores 29868 (a delta of 0%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, which scores 29955 (a delta of -0.3%). The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is close as well, scoring 29713 (a delta of 0.6%). These small deltas show that the 5800XT is competitively positioned within its performance class.

The GPU also holds the 81st percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 at 37628 (a delta of 0.1%), the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 at 37507 (a delta of 0.4%), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile at 38135 (a delta of -1.3%). The RTX 4070’s performance is closely matched by these alternatives, with differences under 1.5% in either direction.

The combo’s rank of 834 out of 3696 suggests that while the system is not at the very top of the database, it outperforms the majority of tested configurations. The balance between the 5800XT and RTX 4070 appears well-suited for The Technomancer, as the measured FPS results are consistently strong across most resolutions and presets. The rank reflects the system’s overall capability, though the specific game performance is more directly tied to the measured FPS data.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run The Technomancer effectively at most resolutions, with clear distinctions at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS playability threshold. The lowest average is 117.4 FPS at Ultra, providing a highly smooth experience with maximum visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. Every preset, including Ultra, maintains an average above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset delivers 77.8 FPS, offering a good balance of fidelity and performance. This resolution is fully playable with the highest settings enabled.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is mixed. Only the Low and Medium presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 83.8 FPS and 66.3 FPS respectively. The High preset falls short at 54.9 FPS, and Ultra is well below at 43.8 FPS. For 4K gaming, users must lower settings to Medium or below to maintain smooth gameplay.

Based on the verdictByResolution data, the system is playable at all resolutions, but with the caveat that 4K requires reduced graphical settings. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, which achieves 66.3 FPS. This means the PC can run the game at 4K, but not at the highest visual quality. The system is fully capable at 1080p and 1440p, where the Ultra preset provides the best experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 117.4 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 1080p gaming, as it provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is nearly double the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best preset is Ultra, averaging 77.8 FPS. This remains above the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin, allowing for maximum graphical fidelity at this resolution. The frame rate is sufficient for smooth gameplay, though not as high as at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the best preset is Medium, which averages 66.3 FPS. This is the only preset above Low that clears the 60 FPS threshold, but it does so with a slim margin of 6.3 FPS. The Low preset offers higher performance at 83.8 FPS, but Medium provides better visual quality while remaining playable. Users seeking the best visual experience at 4K should select Medium, while those prioritizing frame rate can choose Low for a more comfortable buffer above 60 FPS.