The Technomancer

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is a decisively high-end combination for The Technomancer, ranking in the top percentile of all tested combos. The data shows this pairing handles the game with remarkable ease, clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution in the test suite, including 4K with High settings. The only setting that dips below the threshold is 4K Ultra, which still delivers a playable average of 57 FPS. This is a configuration where the GPU is the primary performance driver, and the CPU provides ample headroom at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 achieves a combo rank of 191 out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the top 5.2% of all configurations tested, indicating that it is a very high-performing pairing for this title. The percentile rank reflects a system that is substantially faster than the vast majority of setups used to benchmark this game, which is consistent with the high measured frame rates across all tested resolutions.

The CPU and GPU individually also show strong standing in their respective benchmark pools. The Core i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35365, placing it in the 85th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-13700T, which scores 35403 (a -0.1% difference), and the Intel Core i5-13600T, which scores 35305 (a 0.2% difference). This shows the 12700KF is essentially performance-equivalent to these close competitors, with a negligible performance delta. Similarly, the RTX 5080's average benchmark score is 56083, putting it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, has a score of 57367, meaning the 5080 is -2.2% behind it in average synthetic score, while it is 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S (score 55757) and 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (score 55698). In the context of this game, the combo's strong overall rank is more clearly driven by the GPU's high percentile standing, though the CPU's performance is more than sufficient to avoid being a bottleneck.

CPU and GPU Roles

Benchmark results indicate that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant component in this pairing for The Technomancer, with the CPU playing a supporting role that becomes less critical as resolution increases. The data shows a clear trend: as resolution drops, the CPU's influence on the maximum frame rate grows, but the GPU remains the primary limiter. This is a classic pattern for a GPU-bound title at high settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily loaded. Frame rates scale predictably with settings, from an average of 111 FPS on Low to 57 FPS on Ultra. The large performance gap between Low and Ultra settings (a 54 FPS difference) is a strong indicator that the GPU's rendering workload is the main constraint. The CPU is not the limiting factor here, as it has enough headroom to feed the GPU at these high resolutions.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU still dominates, but the CPU's capacity is more visible. The average frame rates increase significantly across all settings compared to 4K, with Ultra jumping from 57 FPS to 103 FPS. This 46 FPS increase from 4K to 1440p at Ultra settings demonstrates that the GPU has more headroom to work with, and the CPU is capable of keeping up with the higher frame rate demand.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes most apparent. The average frame rates are exceptionally high, reaching 286 FPS on Low and 202 FPS on High. The scaling between resolutions is most pronounced here; for example, High settings produce 202 FPS at 1080p compared to 132 FPS at 1440p and 73 FPS at 4K. The fact that the 1080p numbers are so high, even at Ultra (158 FPS), suggests that while the GPU is still the primary bottleneck, the Core i7-12700KF with its 20 threads and 5.00 GHz boost clock is more than capable of driving these very high frame rates. The data indicates the CPU is not a limiting factor at any resolution tested, but its relative importance is highest at 1080p where frame rates are most CPU-sensitive.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at performance. The only settings with min/max FPS data are Medium, which gives insight into frame time consistency.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are extremely high. Low settings produce an average of 286 FPS. High settings yield 202 FPS. Medium settings deliver an average of 237 FPS, with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 273 FPS. Ultra settings are the most demanding, but still produce an average of 158 FPS. The consistency at Medium is strong, with a minimum that is 36 FPS below the average, indicating stable performance without major dips.

At 2560x1440, the averages remain very high. Low settings produce 202 FPS. High settings deliver 132 FPS. Medium settings average 155 FPS, with a minimum of 132 FPS and a maximum of 178 FPS. Ultra settings still clear the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 103 FPS. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, ranging from a 41.8% reduction at Low to a 34.8% reduction at Ultra, highlighting the GPU's workload scaling.

At 3840x2160, the averages are the lowest but still mostly above the playable threshold. Low settings produce 111 FPS. High settings deliver 73 FPS. Medium settings average 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS. Ultra settings are the only preset that fails to reach 60 FPS, with an average of 57 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steep, with High settings dropping from 132 FPS to 73 FPS, a 44.7% performance penalty, which is expected given the four times increase in pixel count.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run The Technomancer at a very high level. According to the verdict by resolution, the configuration is capable of delivering playable frame rates at all three tested resolutions. The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system provides a playable experience on High (73 FPS), Medium (85 FPS), and Low (111 FPS) settings. The Ultra preset, with an average of 57 FPS, falls just short of the 60 FPS threshold, so it is not listed as playable.

At 2560x1440, every settings preset is playable, including the most demanding Ultra preset, which achieves an average of 103 FPS. This makes 1440p an excellent resolution for this game, allowing for maximum visual quality with a high frame rate.

At 1920x1080, all presets are also playable, with Ultra achieving an average of 158 FPS and Low hitting 286 FPS. For players with high refresh rate monitors, this combination provides more than enough performance at 1080p to take full advantage of the display's capabilities.

The verdict is clear: this is a very powerful combination for The Technomancer. The only scenario where it does not maintain 60 FPS is at 4K with Ultra settings, which is a demanding configuration for any hardware. For all other settings and resolutions, the system delivers a smooth and highly playable experience.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run The Technomancer at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, the system can run the game at 3840x2160 on High, Medium, and Low settings, with average frame rates of 73 FPS, 85 FPS, and 111 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset is the exception, averaging 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting to use at 2560x1440?

A: The best setting at 2560x1440 is Ultra, as it is the most demanding preset that still maintains a playable frame rate. It achieves an average of 103 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 5080 compared to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE?

A: The RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083, while the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE has a score of 57367. This means the RX 9070 GRE is 2.2% faster in this synthetic benchmark.

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

A: At 1080p, the CPU becomes more relevant, but benchmark results indicate it is not a limiting factor. The frame rates are exceptionally high at this resolution (e.g., 286 FPS on Low), showing the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combination?

A: The minimum FPS data is only available for Medium settings. The lowest minimum recorded is 72 FPS at 3840x2160 Medium. At 2560x1440 Medium, the minimum is 132 FPS, and at 1920x1080 Medium, it is 201 FPS.

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

A: This combo ranks 191 out of 3696 tested combos, placing it in the top 5.2% of all configurations tested for The Technomancer.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data provides a clear "best settings" recommendation for each resolution, defined as the most demanding preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are High. This preset delivers an average of 73 FPS, which is above the playable threshold. While Medium and Low are also playable, High is the most demanding option that maintains a playable frame rate. The Ultra preset is not recommended as it averages 57 FPS, below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra. This is the highest quality preset and it achieves an excellent average of 103 FPS, providing a significant margin above the 60 FPS threshold. All other settings are also playable, but Ultra offers the best visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra. This preset produces an average of 158 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS threshold. This allows for a highly responsive and smooth experience at 1080p, and is the recommended choice for users who prioritize visual fidelity.