The Technomancer

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a formidable combination for running The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG. Benchmark data for this combo places it at rank 1066 out of 3696 tested combinations, putting it comfortably in the top third of all systems analyzed. The data shows that this pairing delivers playable frame rates across most resolution and settings configurations, with only the most demanding 4K Ultra preset falling short of the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 achieves a rank of 1066 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer, placing it in the 71st percentile of all systems evaluated. This is a strong position, indicating that the pairing is well-balanced for this title, with neither component acting as a significant bottleneck. The CPU itself holds an 84th percentile ranking against all processors, while the GPU sits at a 68th percentile against all graphics cards, suggesting that the processor has more headroom relative to the broader market than the graphics card does.

In terms of raw compute benchmarks, the i7-12700K delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784 and a single-core score of 1850.5, with an average benchmark score of 35287. Its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database are the Intel Core i5-13600T (average score 35305, delta -0.1%), the Intel Core i7-12700KF (average score 35365, delta -0.2%), and the Intel Core i7-13700T (average score 35403, delta -0.3%). These deltas are minimal, showing that the i7-12700K performs essentially on par with its closest competitors. The RTX 3080, meanwhile, posts an average benchmark score of 23172, with its nearest rivals being the NVIDIA P106-100 (23249, delta -0.3%), AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (23250, delta -0.3%), and AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23273, delta -0.4%). The extremely small variance between these scores indicates that the RTX 3080 sits at a performance plateau where many cards deliver nearly identical results in synthetic tests.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data for The Technomancer reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU as resolution and settings change. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 225.6 FPS on average, which is an exceptionally high frame rate that suggests the GPU is not being fully taxed. Moving to Medium settings at the same resolution drops the average to 172.5 FPS, while High settings yield 146.2 FPS and Ultra produces 116.1 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p represents a 48.5% reduction in frame rate, which is a substantial hit that points to the GPU becoming progressively more involved as graphical fidelity increases.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues but with a steeper curve. Low settings produce 146 FPS, Medium drops to 109.6 FPS, High reaches 97.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 76.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 47.8%, similar to the 1080p spread. However, at 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. Low settings yield 79.3 FPS, Medium drops to 58.8 FPS, High falls to 49.7 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 38.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 51.2%, the largest of any resolution, confirming that the RTX 3080 is the limiting component when pushing high pixel counts. The data indicates that at 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to keep frame rates high even at Ultra settings, while at 4K, the GPU's rendering capabilities determine the outcome, with the CPU's role diminishing significantly.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the Intel Core i7-12700K and RTX 3080 combination delivers exceptional performance across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 225.6 FPS, which is more than triple the 60 FPS playability threshold. Medium settings produce 172.5 FPS, High settings reach 146.2 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains a strong 116.1 FPS average. Every setting at this resolution provides a comfortable margin above the playability threshold, with no risk of frame rate dips affecting gameplay.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust but shows the expected decline from higher pixel counts. Low settings average 146 FPS, Medium drops to 109.6 FPS, High settings hold at 97.4 FPS, and Ultra still clears 60 FPS with an average of 76.2 FPS. The spread between presets is consistent, with each step up in quality costing roughly 15-20% performance. At this resolution, the combo never falls below the playable threshold, making 1440p a sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors with Ultra settings.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes dramatically. Low settings are the only preset that remains clearly playable, with an average of 79.3 FPS. Medium settings dip to 58.8 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold, while High settings drop further to 49.7 FPS and Ultra falls to 38.7 FPS. The data shows that the RTX 3080's 10 GB of GDDR6X memory and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K with higher quality presets in this title. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is substantial, with Ultra delivering less than half the frame rate of Low.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are clear: this PC can run The Technomancer at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 with all settings, including Ultra, comfortably above 60 FPS. At 1080p, the Ultra preset averages 116.1 FPS, and at 1440p, Ultra averages 76.2 FPS, both well above the playable threshold. For 4K gaming, the system is limited to Low settings, which achieve an average of 79.3 FPS. The verdict by resolution confirms this: 3840x2160 has only one playable setting (Low), while 2560x1440 and 1920x1080 list all four presets (High, Low, Medium, Ultra) as playable.

For users targeting 4K, the data suggests that Medium settings at 58.8 FPS are borderline, and users may need to accept a compromise between visual quality and frame rate. The High preset at 4K (49.7 FPS) and Ultra preset (38.7 FPS) are not viable for smooth gameplay. However, for the vast majority of gamers playing at 1080p or 1440p, this combination offers an excellent experience with no need to sacrifice settings. The RTX 3080's end-of-life production status does not detract from its current performance, and the i7-12700K's 12 cores and 20 threads provide ample processing power for this title.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 3840x2160?

A: Low settings are the only playable preset at 4K, achieving an average of 79.3 FPS. Medium settings fall just short at 58.8 FPS, below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this combo run Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, Ultra settings at 1440p average 76.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold. All other presets at this resolution also exceed 60 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287, which is within 0.4% of its closest competitors, including the Intel Core i5-13600T (35305) and Intel Core i7-12700KF (35365).

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra at 1920x1080?

A: At 1080p, Low settings average 225.6 FPS while Ultra averages 116.1 FPS, representing a 48.5% reduction in frame rate when moving to the highest quality preset.

Q: Is the GPU the bottleneck at 3840x2160?

A: Yes, the data shows a 51.2% frame rate drop between Low and Ultra at 4K, indicating the RTX 3080 is the limiting factor at high resolutions. The CPU's role diminishes as resolution increases.

Q: How many total combos were tested for this game?

A: The combo ranks 1066 out of 3696 tested combinations, placing it in the top 29% of all systems evaluated for The Technomancer.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best settings that maintain at least 60 FPS are Low, which delivers an average of 79.3 FPS. This is the only preset at 4K that clears the playability threshold, as Medium (58.8 FPS), High (49.7 FPS), and Ultra (38.7 FPS) all fall below 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 76.2 FPS. This provides the best visual quality while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the threshold. Users could also choose High (97.4 FPS) or Medium (109.6 FPS) for even higher frame rates.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are the best choice, averaging 116.1 FPS. This preset offers the highest visual fidelity while remaining far above the 60 FPS threshold, with enough headroom for demanding scenes. For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, Low settings at 225.6 FPS are available, but the data shows that Ultra at 1080p provides an excellent balance of quality and performance.