The Technomancer

The Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination delivers a decisive performance outcome for The Technomancer, placing the combo at rank 160 out of 3696 tested configurations. This pairing sits comfortably in the top 5% of all tested combos, indicating that the system provides a substantial performance headroom for this Action RPG. The data shows that the RTX 5080, with its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and Blackwell architecture, is the dominant driver of frame rates in this title, allowing the 12-core i7-12700K to keep pace without becoming a limiting factor. Across all three tested resolutions, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, but the analysis below details exactly where the ceiling lies and how the CPU and GPU share the workload.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this Intel and NVIDIA pairing at position 160 out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer, a ranking that puts it firmly in the top echelon of tested systems. This percentile placement of 87 for the GPU and 84 for the CPU confirms that neither component is a weak link; the combo is balanced for high-refresh gaming. The i7-12700K’s average benchmark score of 35287 sits nearly identical to its closest rivals, with the Intel Core i5-13600T scoring 35305 (a 0.1% delta), the i7-12700KF at 35365 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35403 (0.3% delta). This indicates that the 12700K is fully capable of feeding the GPU at the tested settings.

The RTX 5080’s average score of 56083, meanwhile, places it just above the AMD Radeon 8060S (55757, 0.6% delta) and above the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698, 0.7% delta), while trailing the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE (57367, -2.2% delta). In the context of this game, the GPU’s high percentile and strong absolute score are what allow the system to reach the observed FPS figures. The combo’s overall rank of 160 is not a reflection of any single component bottleneck but rather proof of how well the high-end GPU boosts the entire system above the vast majority of other tested PCs.

Best Settings per Resolution

For The Technomancer, the data indicates that the most demanding preset that still maintains at least 60 FPS is the same across all resolutions: Ultra. However, the margin varies significantly by resolution.

• 1920x1080: At 1080p, the combo runs the Ultra preset at an average of 159.7 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS threshold. The system is so fast here that the GPU is essentially unconstrained, allowing for maximum visual fidelity with a frame rate that suits high-refresh monitors.
• 2560x1440: At 1440p, the Ultra preset yields an average of 107.2 FPS, still a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. This is the sweet spot for the RTX 5080, balancing the higher pixel count with the game’s demands to deliver smooth, high-detail gameplay.
• 3840x2160: At 4K, the Ultra preset drops to 61.2 FPS on average, which is just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding scenario, and while it is technically playable at the highest settings, there is little headroom. For a more comfortable buffer, the High preset at 73.1 FPS or Medium at 85.9 FPS would be safer choices, but the data confirms Ultra is playable.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS scaling across resolutions reveals a clear pattern: the GPU is the dominant component for The Technomancer, with the CPU providing a solid foundation that never becomes the primary limiter.

At 1920x1080, the CPU has more influence relative to higher resolutions. The frame rate is extremely high across all presets, from 286 FPS at Low to 159.7 FPS at Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 126.3 FPS, which is the largest absolute difference among the three resolutions. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data, and the FPS differences are primarily driven by the GPU’s workload, but the CPU is not holding back the high frame rate. The system is heavily GPU-bound even here, as the i7-12700K’s single-threaded score of 1850.5 in Cinebench R23 and its 3DMark single-thread score of 1043 are sufficient to push over 200 FPS at Low.

At 2560x1440, the gap between Low (202.9 FPS) and Ultra (107.2 FPS) is 95.7 FPS. The increased resolution puts more pressure on the GPU, but the CPU continues to provide a stable platform. The average FPS is lower than at 1080p, but still very high, confirming that the GPU is scaling with the resolution while the CPU’s role remains consistent. The system is still GPU-bound, but the gap is closing.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmingly the limiting factor. The difference between Low (110.3 FPS) and Ultra (61.2 FPS) is 49.1 FPS, the smallest absolute gap, but the overall frame rates are much lower. This indicates that the GPU is being pushed to its limits by the 4K pixel count, while the CPU has ample headroom. The i7-12700K’s 12 cores and 20 threads are not the bottleneck here; the RTX 5080’s fill rate and compute power are the primary determinants of the final FPS. The data shows the GPU is the clear performance driver, and the CPU is a capable partner that does not cause stutters or frame drops in this title.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 61.2 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. It is a tight margin, but the system clears it.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-12700K a bottleneck for the RTX 5080 in this game?

A: The benchmark data does not indicate a bottleneck. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 35287 is only 0.1% to 0.4% behind its closest rivals, and its single-threaded performance is strong enough to allow the GPU to reach its full potential, as seen by the high FPS in 1080p and 1440p.

Q: Which settings should I use for the best frame rate at 1440p?

A: The data shows that the Ultra preset runs at an average of 107.2 FPS at 2560x1440. For the highest fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, this is the recommended setting, as it is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How many FPS can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured FPS for the High preset at 1920x1080 is 210.0 on average. This is an exceptionally high frame rate, making the game ideal for high-refresh monitors.

Q: Is there a big difference between Medium and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: Yes, the average FPS difference is 24.7 FPS. Medium runs at 85.9 FPS while Ultra runs at 61.2 FPS. The data shows that choosing Medium gives a significantly higher frame rate, but Ultra still remains above the 60 FPS playable line.

Q: Does the RTX 5080’s 16 GB of memory matter for The Technomancer?

A: The fact pack does not provide memory usage statistics, but the GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory is not identified as a limiting factor in any of the measured configurations. The FPS data do not show any signs of memory-related stutters or crashes, so the memory capacity appears sufficient for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

All FPS figures are averages (min/max not recorded in the dataset).

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 110.3 FPS
• Medium: 85.9 FPS
• High: 73.1 FPS
• Ultra: 61.2 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 202.9 FPS
• Medium: 159.4 FPS
• High: 135.5 FPS
• Ultra: 107.2 FPS

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 286.0 FPS
• Medium: 245.2 FPS
• High: 210.0 FPS
• Ultra: 159.7 FPS

The Verdict

The data is unequivocal: this combination of Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 can run The Technomancer at every playable setting, across all tested resolutions.

• At 1080p, the system is overkill. The Ultra preset runs at 159.7 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh gaming without any compromises.
• At 1440p, the system is highly capable, with the Ultra preset delivering 107.2 FPS. This is the optimal resolution for this combo, offering a massive performance buffer that ensures smooth gameplay in all scenes.
• At 4K, the system barely clears the 60 FPS line, with the Ultra preset running at 61.2 FPS. While this is technically playable, the margin is small. The High preset at 73.1 FPS provides a more comfortable safety buffer, but the data confirms that Ultra is playable.

The verdict is clear: this PC can run the game at any resolution and any preset, with the only caveat being that 4K Ultra leaves no headroom for other demanding tasks. The system is a high-end performer that is best suited for 1440p and 1080p, but it can handle the 4K challenge without falling below the playable line.