The Technomancer

The Technomancer, an action RPG from 2016, presents an interesting test for this modern mid-range combination. The recorded data for the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 shows a system that is more than capable at standard resolutions but begins to show its limits at 4K. This analysis walks through the measured performance to determine the optimal settings for each resolution, the role of each component, and how this pairing stacks up against other tested configurations.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the system has a significant amount of headroom. The most demanding preset, Ultra, maintains an average of 118.6 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making Ultra the clear choice for a smooth and visually rich experience at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains excellent. The Ultra preset delivers an average of 78.6 FPS, which comfortably clears the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that this resolution does not require a compromise on graphical fidelity; the highest preset is still the best option for a fluid experience.

The situation changes at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 39.6 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold. The High preset averages 51.4 FPS, also failing to reach 60 FPS. However, the Medium preset achieves an average of 64.2 FPS. This becomes the best playable option at 4K, as it is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS.

The data indicates a clear progression. At 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 4070 has enough performance to run the game at its maximum settings. At 4K, the computational load increases to a point where the Ultra and High presets are not viable, forcing a drop to Medium for a playable frame rate.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal how the balance between the CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more prominent. The framerate scales dramatically with resolution and settings. For instance, the jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a change from 213.1 FPS to 118.6 FPS. This high level of performance at lower settings suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data, but the GPU is not yet the primary bottleneck.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload becomes more demanding. The framerate at Low settings drops from 213.1 FPS at 1080p to 153.6 FPS at 1440p. This is a significant reduction, but the performance at Ultra (78.6 FPS) still shows the GPU handling the increased pixel count effectively.

The balance shifts decisively at 3840x2160. The GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The framerate at Low settings is 83.7 FPS, which is a substantial drop from the 153.6 FPS seen at 1440p. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is also telling: 83.7 FPS down to 39.6 FPS. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4070 is saturated by the 4K resolution, and the CPU has ample headroom. The i5-11400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is sufficient to keep up with the GPU's demands at this resolution, as evidenced by the high framerates at lower settings.

In summary, at 1080p and 1440p, the combination is well-balanced, with the GPU providing ample power and the CPU keeping pace. At 4K, the GPU's raw compute power is the deciding factor, and the CPU's performance is no longer a contributing constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the average FPS recorded for each resolution and settings combination.

1920x1080

• Low: 213.1
• Medium: 181.5
• High: 155.6
• Ultra: 118.6

2560x1440

• Low: 153.6
• Medium: 118.6
• High: 99.2
• Ultra: 78.6

3840x2160

• Low: 83.7
• Medium: 64.2
• High: 51.4
• Ultra: 39.6

The data shows a consistent pattern. At each resolution, the framerate decreases as the graphical preset becomes more demanding. The most significant relative drop occurs at 4K, where the jump from Medium to High results in a 12.8 FPS loss, and from High to Ultra a further 11.8 FPS loss. This suggests that the Ultra preset at 4K demands a level of GPU performance that the RTX 4070 cannot deliver while maintaining 60 FPS.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run The Technomancer at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS for the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 is 78.6, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset for 3840x2160 that maintains a playable framerate?

A: The Medium preset is the best option. It achieves an average of 64.2 FPS, while the High preset (51.4 FPS) and Ultra preset (39.6 FPS) both fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the performance at 1920x1080 compare to 3840x2160 on the Low preset?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 213.1 FPS. At 3840x2160, the same preset averages 83.7 FPS. This represents a 129.4 FPS reduction when moving to 4K.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 faster than the Medium preset at 2560x1440?

A: Yes. The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 118.6 FPS. The Medium preset at 2560x1440 also averages 118.6 FPS. The framerates are identical for these two configurations.

Q: What is the lowest recorded average FPS for this system in the game?

A: The lowest average FPS is 39.6, which occurs at the 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra preset.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at all settings for 2560x1440?

A: Yes. The lowest average FPS at 2560x1440 is for the Ultra preset at 78.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database's nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for how other hardware might perform in this game.

The Intel Core i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17177. Its closest competitors are the AMD EPYC 7H12 (17120, a 0.3% difference), the Intel Core i5-12450H (17239, a -0.4% difference), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (17278, a -0.6% difference), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (17074, a 0.6% difference). These processors are all within a narrow performance band, suggesting that a system with any of these CPUs would produce very similar framerates in The Technomancer, provided the GPU remains the same.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, the average benchmark score is 37648. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628, a 0.1% difference), the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507, a 0.4% difference), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (38135, a -1.3% difference), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (37157, a 1.3% difference). The very small delta percentages indicate that these GPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in this game. A gamer with an RTX 4080 Mobile or a Radeon RX Vega 56 could expect framerates very close to those recorded for the RTX 4070.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 985 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the upper third of all configurations in the database. This ranking reflects a system that is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p and can handle 4K with some settings adjustments. The rank is a composite measure, taking into account the CPU's 71st percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU's 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs. The combination's overall position suggests it offers a strong balance of processing and graphics power for this title.

The Verdict

The recorded data provides a clear verdict on this system's ability to run The Technomancer. At 1920x1080, the system achieves a playable framerate at all presets, with the best experience coming from the Ultra preset at 118.6 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets are also playable, with Ultra delivering a smooth 78.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system can only maintain a playable framerate on the Low and Medium presets. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, which runs at an average of 64.2 FPS.

The Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 pairing is more than capable for this game. It delivers excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p, allowing for maximum settings. At 4K, it requires a reduction in graphical fidelity to Medium to remain above the 60 FPS threshold. The system is a strong choice for high-resolution gaming, but the GPU becomes the deciding factor at 4K.