The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, places the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 in an interesting position. The CPU is a modern high-end part, while the GPU is an older mainstream model. The recorded data shows that this pairing produces a wide range of results depending on resolution and quality settings, making the choice of configuration critical for a smooth experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the data does not show any settings preset that maintains an average of 60 FPS or higher. The best recorded average at this resolution is 46.3 FPS on the Low preset. The High preset drops to 30.6 FPS, Medium to 33.3 FPS, and Ultra to 24.4 FPS. Because none of these meet the 60 FPS playable threshold, there is no recommended "best setting" for 4K; the system simply does not have the GPU headroom for playable performance here.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the situation improves. The Low preset delivers an average of 81.3 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 68.1 FPS. Both clear the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset falls just short at 59 FPS, and Ultra drops to 40.6 FPS. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which offers an average of 68.1 FPS. This is the optimal balance of visual quality and performance at this resolution.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system has ample performance. The Low preset averages 130 FPS, Medium averages 102.9 FPS, High averages 85.6 FPS, and Ultra averages 68.8 FPS. All four presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold. The most demanding preset that maintains playable performance is Ultra, with an average of 68.8 FPS. This allows for the highest visual fidelity without sacrificing smooth gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor for this game in most scenarios. At 4K, the average FPS drops sharply as settings increase, from 46.3 FPS on Low to 24.4 FPS on Ultra. This steep decline is characteristic of GPU-bound workloads, where the rendering resolution and quality settings place immense strain on the graphics card. The CPU, with its high multi-threaded performance, is not the bottleneck at this resolution.

At 1440p, the GPU still dominates the performance picture. The difference between Low and Medium settings is 13.2 FPS (81.3 to 68.1), while the jump from Medium to High is a smaller 9.1 FPS decline (68.1 to 59). The drop to Ultra is more severe at 18.4 FPS (59 to 40.6), again pointing to GPU limitations as the resolution and shader complexity increase.

At 1080p, the CPU begins to play a more noticeable role. The average FPS at Low is 130, which is high enough that the GPU may not be fully saturated at all times. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline from 130 FPS to 68.8 FPS, which is a 47.1% reduction. While the GPU is still the main driver of these differences, the high frame rates at lower settings suggest that the i7-14700F is capable of feeding the RTX 2060 without becoming a significant constraint. The data indicates that this game is overwhelmingly GPU-bound, particularly at higher resolutions and quality presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: average 46.3 FPS
• Medium: average 33.3 FPS
• High: average 30.6 FPS
• Ultra: average 24.4 FPS

The 4K results are consistently below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The difference between the lowest and highest presets is 21.9 FPS, showing that even dropping to Low settings cannot make 4K playable. The minimum and maximum FPS values were not recorded in the database for this resolution.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: average 81.3 FPS
• Medium: average 68.1 FPS
• High: average 59 FPS
• Ultra: average 40.6 FPS

At 1440p, the system shows a clear divide. Low and Medium presets are playable, with Medium providing a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. High is just below the threshold at 59 FPS, a marginal miss that could be felt in demanding scenes. Ultra is significantly slower, with a 27.5 FPS gap compared to Medium. The minimum and maximum FPS values were not recorded for this resolution.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: average 130 FPS
• Medium: average 102.9 FPS
• High: average 85.6 FPS
• Ultra: average 68.8 FPS

At 1080p, the system performs well across all presets. The data shows a steady and predictable decline as settings increase. The gap between Low and Ultra is 61.2 FPS, which is substantial but does not threaten playability. Even the most demanding preset leaves a buffer above the 60 FPS threshold. The minimum and maximum FPS values were not recorded for this resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53620, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Xeon 6505P with an average score of 53701, which is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 with a score of 53469, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53288, a 0.6% difference, and the AMD EPYC 7313P scores 53206, a 0.8% difference. These alternatives would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in The Technomancer, meaning any of them paired with the RTX 2060 would produce similar frame rates.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 15290, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are remarkably close. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 scores 15283, a 0% difference. The AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270, a 0.1% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, a 0.6% difference, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171, a 0.8% difference. In practical terms, these GPUs would produce almost identical frame rates in this game, so users with any of these cards should expect similar performance profiles at each resolution and preset.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run The Technomancer depends entirely on the target resolution. At 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: no preset achieves an average of 60 FPS. The best result is 46.3 FPS on Low, which is below the playable threshold. The system cannot deliver a smooth experience at 4K.

At 2560x1440, the system is partially capable. The playable settings are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best choice at an average of 68.1 FPS. High and Ultra are not playable, with High just missing the mark at 59 FPS. For a 1440p monitor, Medium settings provide the best combination of visual quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable. All four presets, Low, Medium, High, and Ultra, maintain an average of 60 FPS or higher. The best settings are Ultra at 68.8 FPS, which allows the player to experience the game at its highest visual quality without performance concerns. For 1080p gaming, this configuration is a strong match for The Technomancer.

The overall combo rank in the database is 2865 out of 3696 tested combinations. This places the i7-14700F and RTX 2060 pairing in the lower portion of all tested systems for this specific game, which is consistent with the GPU being the limiting factor. The CPU has ample headroom, but the RTX 2060 restricts performance at higher resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: No. The recorded data shows no preset at 3840x2160 reaches the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best average is 46.3 FPS on Low settings, with Ultra dropping to 24.4 FPS.

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

A: The Medium preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 68.1 FPS. The High preset falls just short at 59 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the primary limiting factor. At higher resolutions and presets, frame rates decline steeply, indicating GPU-bound performance. The CPU has a high average benchmark score of 53620, but the RTX 2060 restricts overall results.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to other GPUs in this game?

A: The nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 with a 0% score difference, the AMD Radeon 680M with a 0.1% difference, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM with a 0.6% difference, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 with a 0.8% difference. These would perform nearly identically.

Q: What performance can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The Ultra preset averages 68.8 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset averages 85.6 FPS, Medium averages 102.9 FPS, and Low averages 130 FPS.

Q: Is the i7-14700F a strong match for the RTX 2060 in this game?

A: The CPU is significantly more powerful than the GPU based on benchmark scores. The i7-14700F sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the RTX 2060 is in the 58th percentile. This imbalance means the GPU will consistently be the bottleneck.