The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload for modern hardware, particularly at higher resolutions. This analysis evaluates the combination of an Intel Core i5-13400F processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card, using measured frame rate data to determine playability across various settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run The Technomancer at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. Benchmark results show an average frame rate of 94.9 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: The data indicates that High settings are the most demanding preset that maintains playable performance, achieving an average of 75 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 57.9 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is 4K resolution (3840x2160) playable with this hardware?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings. The measured average FPS at 4K with Low settings is 66.1, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 51.2 FPS, and High settings average 43.1 FPS, both of which are not playable.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, while the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284. This represents a negligible performance difference of 0%.

Q: What is the performance delta between the RTX 5060 and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011. This makes the RTX 5060 1.2% faster in these benchmarks.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 rank among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 5060 is in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, indicating it outperforms the majority of graphics cards in the database.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the hardware is sufficiently powerful to run the game at its highest preset. Ultra settings deliver an average of 94.9 FPS, which provides a significant margin above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the optimal choice for a smooth experience at this resolution.

For 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 75 FPS. While the Ultra preset is available, its average of 57.9 FPS is below the playable threshold, making High the recommended setting for consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, the options are more constrained. Only the Low preset, with an average of 66.1 FPS, maintains a frame rate above 60 FPS. Medium and High settings fall short at 51.2 FPS and 43.1 FPS respectively, and are therefore not recommended for playable frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the GPU has significant headroom, as evidenced by the large frame rate range from 179.8 FPS at Low to 94.9 FPS at Ultra. This suggests the CPU is capable of feeding frames quickly, and the performance is largely limited by the graphics settings.

At 2560x1440, the scaling between presets is more moderate, with frame rates ranging from 116 FPS at Low to 57.9 FPS at Ultra. The GPU is beginning to become a more significant factor, as the higher resolution increases the load on the graphics card.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes dramatically. The frame rates are much lower across all settings, from 66.1 FPS at Low to 30.9 FPS at Ultra. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K. The CPU's role is less prominent, as the graphics card is unable to maintain high frame rates even at the lowest settings. The Intel Core i5-13400F, with a 77th percentile ranking among CPUs, provides ample processing power for this game, but the RTX 5060's performance is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined performance of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 places this configuration at rank 1686 out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the top half of all tested systems, indicating a solidly capable pairing for this title.

This ranking is consistent with the individual component performance. The CPU is in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. The system’s overall position reflects the balance between these two components, with neither being a weak link for the target resolutions.

The benchmark results show that this combo is particularly well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can often achieve high or ultra settings. The 4K performance is more modest, but still playable at the lowest settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU, based on average benchmark scores, provide insight into what other processors would perform similarly. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, with a score of 25284, is essentially a match for the Intel Core i5-13400F's 25292. Other close alternatives include the Intel Core 5 120 (25362) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365), both showing a performance delta of -0.3%. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201) is also within a negligible 0.4% margin. Any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical results in this game.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon 860M (26401) and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (26421) are the closest rivals, with performance deltas of -0.3% compared to the RTX 5060. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (26553) is also close, with a delta of -0.8%. Conversely, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (26011) is 1.2% slower. For a system with similar behavior, pairing the i5-13400F with any of these GPUs would yield a comparable experience in The Technomancer.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run The Technomancer, but the playable experience is heavily dependent on the chosen resolution and graphics settings.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable of running the game at Ultra settings with an average of 94.9 FPS. Even the most demanding preset provides a smooth, playable experience.

At 2560x1440, the system can run the game at High settings with an average of 75 FPS. This clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as its average of 57.9 FPS falls short.

At 3840x2160, the system can run the game at Low settings with an average of 66.1 FPS. This is the only playable setting at this resolution, as Medium and High presets produce average frame rates of 51.2 FPS and 43.1 FPS, respectively.

In summary, the combination is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it offers a wide range of playable settings. For 4K, users will need to compromise with the lowest settings to maintain a playable frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080

• Ultra: Average 94.9 FPS
• High: Average 116.8 FPS
• Medium: Average 136.8 FPS
• Low: Average 179.8 FPS

2560x1440

• Ultra: Average 57.9 FPS
• High: Average 75 FPS
• Medium: Average 91.8 FPS
• Low: Average 116 FPS

3840x2160

• Ultra: Average 30.9 FPS
• High: Average 43.1 FPS
• Medium: Average 51.2 FPS
• Low: Average 66.1 FPS

The data confirms a consistent scaling pattern: as resolution increases, frame rates drop across all settings. The performance gap between Low and Ultra presets also narrows at higher resolutions, reinforcing the conclusion that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at 4K. The lack of min and max FPS data means the analysis is based on average performance, which still clearly demonstrates the playability profile of this hardware combination.