The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting challenge for the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination. The benchmark data reveals a system that is decisively powerful for 1080p and 1440p gaming but hits a clear performance ceiling at 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured performance to determine exactly where this combo excels and where it struggles.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users targeting a smooth 60 FPS experience, the data indicates different optimal settings at each resolution. At 3840x2160, the only setting that achieves the playable threshold is Low, which delivers an average of 61 FPS. The jump to Medium drops the average to 47 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS target. This makes the choice clear for 4K: Low settings are the only viable option for maintaining playability.

At 2560x1440, the system has much more headroom. The High preset is the most demanding option that still stays above 60 FPS, averaging 72 FPS. While Low and Medium presets also clear the threshold with 110 and 85 FPS respectively, High provides the best visual fidelity without sacrificing the target frame rate. The Ultra preset, at 56 FPS average, is just below the 60 FPS line.

For 1920x1080, the story is one of complete dominance. The Ultra preset, the most demanding option tested, maintains an average of 86 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, meaning users can max out the game's settings and still enjoy a fluid experience. The lower presets all exceed 100 FPS, with Low hitting 169 FPS, but Ultra is the recommended choice for the best experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context for how this specific combination behaves. The Intel Core i7-12700KF's average benchmark score of 35365 places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitors in terms of average score are the Intel Core i7-13700T (35403, a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Core 5 213PE (35428, a 0.2% difference). The Intel Core i5-13600T (35305) and Intel Core i7-12700K (35287) are nearly identical in performance, with a 0.2% delta. Any of these CPUs would deliver essentially the same frame rates in The Technomancer.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639 and sits in the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are surprisingly older or integrated solutions. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666) is a 0.2% difference, while the AMD Radeon 780M (17588) is a 0.3% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551) and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509) are 0.5% and 0.7% slower, respectively. While these rivals may seem mismatched in architecture, the data shows their average scores are remarkably close, suggesting they would produce very similar performance in this game. For a system builder, pairing the i7-12700KF with a GPU in this performance class would yield comparable results.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for The Technomancer, this specific pairing of the Core i7-12700KF and RTX 4060 holds a rank of 1984 out of 3696 total combos. This places the system in the upper-middle portion of all tested configurations. While it is not a top-tier setup, it outperforms a significant majority of the other combinations in the database. The ranking reflects that this combo is a capable, mainstream performer rather than a high-end enthusiast rig. It is a solid foundation for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but its mid-pack ranking is a clear indicator of its limitations at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system shows remarkable strength. The Ultra preset averages 86 FPS, while High reaches 111 FPS. Medium averages 130 FPS with a minimum of 110 and a maximum of 149, and Low peaks at 169 FPS. This demonstrates excellent scaling and a very playable experience at every quality level.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but begins to show strain. The High preset averages 72 FPS. Medium averages 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 and a maximum of 97. Low is still very fluid at 110 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of just 56 FPS, failing to maintain the 60 FPS target.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The Low preset is the only one to hit 60 FPS, with an average of 61 FPS. Medium drops to a 47 FPS average, with a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 53. High is unplayable at 40 FPS, and Ultra falls to 31 FPS. This data shows a steep performance cliff as resolution increases, particularly when moving from 1440p to 4K.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data clearly illustrates how the roles of the CPU and GPU shift with resolution. At 1920x1080, the RTX 4060 has ample headroom, and the Core i7-12700KF's strong single-thread performance is likely the primary driver. The scaling from Low (169 FPS) to Ultra (86 FPS) is a 49% drop, which is a typical GPU-bound scaling pattern, but the absolute numbers suggest the CPU is keeping pace easily. The CPU's high benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28838 and a single-core score of 4071, indicate it is more than capable of feeding the GPU at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The performance drop from Low (110 FPS) to Ultra (56 FPS) is more pronounced, indicating that the GPU is starting to become the bottleneck. The 110 FPS at Low suggests the CPU is still capable, but the inability to maintain 60 FPS at Ultra shows that the RTX 4060 is running out of pixel-pushing power. The GPU's performance here is consistent with its 61st percentile ranking, which suggests it is a mid-range part that struggles with high-fidelity settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role is dominant. The fact that even the Low preset only manages 61 FPS, and High and Ultra drop to 40 and 31 FPS respectively, points entirely to the GPU being the limiting factor. The CPU's role is negligible at this resolution, as the rendering load is far beyond what the RTX 4060 can handle. The data shows a clear progression: the CPU is sufficient at all resolutions, but the RTX 4060 is only adequate for 1080p and 1440p.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run The Technomancer, but the definition of "run" depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the system is an unequivocal success. The verdict confirms that all four presets, including Ultra, are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 86 FPS. This is the resolution where the combo shines.

At 2560x1440, the system is also capable, but with more caveats. The playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best option at 72 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 56 FPS, is not playable according to the 60 FPS threshold. For users with a 1440p monitor, this means sacrificing some visual fidelity for a smooth frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles. The only playable setting is Low, which averages 61 FPS. This is a marginal pass, and the experience would be heavily compromised visually. The verdict is clear: this is not a 4K gaming machine for The Technomancer. In summary, the i7-12700KF and RTX 4060 combo is a strong performer for 1080p and a solid choice for 1440p, but it falls short of the 60 FPS target at 4K with anything but the lowest settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run The Technomancer at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: Yes, but only at 1920x1080 resolution. At this resolution, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 86 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 56 FPS, and at 3840x2160, it averages just 31 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The best settings preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at 2560x1440 is High, which delivers an average of 72 FPS. The Medium and Low presets are also playable, with 85 and 110 FPS respectively.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-12700KF or the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at 3840x2160. Even on Low settings, the system only achieves 61 FPS, while High and Ultra drop to 40 and 31 FPS. The CPU's performance is sufficient, as evidenced by its high benchmark scores, but the RTX 4060 cannot handle the 4K rendering load.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1984 out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the upper-middle portion of all configurations in the database.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the system achieves an average of 130 FPS, with a minimum of 110 and a maximum of 149 FPS.

Q: Are there any other CPUs that would perform similarly to the i7-12700KF?

A: Yes. The nearest rivals to the i7-12700KF, based on average benchmark scores, include the Intel Core i7-13700T, Intel Core 5 213PE, Intel Core i5-13600T, and Intel Core i7-12700K. All of these have average scores within a 0.2% delta of the i7-12700KF.