The Technomancer

The Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a strong performance profile for The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG. Measured data shows that this pairing is capable of high refresh-rate play at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K being viable only at reduced settings. Across all tested resolutions, the CPU and GPU work together to provide average frame rates that range from 43 FPS at 4K Ultra to 233 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating a system that scales well with graphical demands.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run The Technomancer at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combination achieves an average frame rate of 119 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most demanding setting that stays playable, delivering an average of 64 FPS. Low settings also work, with an average of 84 FPS, but Ultra dips to 43 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to its nearest rivals in overall GPU benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628, 0.1% difference) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507, 0.4% difference). It sits slightly behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (38135, -1.3%) and ahead of the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (37157, 1.3%).

Q: Is the i7-14700K a top-tier processor compared to other CPUs?

A: The i7-14700K ranks in the 94th percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 69355. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 9115, scores 69288, a negligible 0.1% difference, while the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is 0.9% faster.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the system produces an average of 100 FPS. This is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold, and the Ultra preset still manages 78 FPS.

Q: Does the system maintain smooth performance in the lowest tested settings?

A: Yes. At 1080p Low, the average frame rate reaches 233 FPS, and at 1440p Low it reaches 152 FPS. Even at 4K Low, the average stays at 84 FPS, indicating no performance bottlenecks at lower graphical loads.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance between the Core i7-14700K and the RTX 4070 shifts across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary limiter, as evidenced by the massive frame rate jumps when lowering settings. Moving from Ultra (119 FPS) to Low (233 FPS) represents a 96% increase in average frame rate, showing that the GPU has headroom to spare at lower settings while the CPU keeps up with the data streaming. The CPU’s 20 cores and 28 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at these high frame rates, as the system never drops below 119 FPS even at the highest preset.

At 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more moderate but still favors the GPU. The Ultra preset averages 78 FPS, while Low settings reach 152 FPS, a 95% uplift. The gap between Medium (117 FPS) and High (100 FPS) is smaller, suggesting that the GPU is beginning to feel the load of higher pixel counts, but the CPU still provides enough single-thread performance to avoid bottlenecking. The i7-14700K’s boost clock of 5.60 GHz and strong single-core scores (2160 in Cinebench R23) support this, as frame rates remain well above the 60 FPS threshold across all presets.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The RTX 4070’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are tested heavily, and the frame rates reflect this. Ultra settings drop to 43 FPS, which is 45% lower than the 78 FPS at 1440p Ultra. The transition from Medium (64 FPS) to High (55 FPS) shows a 14% performance hit, while Low settings (84 FPS) provide the only fully comfortable experience outside of Medium. At this resolution, the CPU’s role is diminished; even a high-end processor like the i7-14700K cannot compensate for the GPU’s pixel-pushing limits. The data indicates that for this game, the GPU dictates performance at 4K, while the CPU matters more for maintaining high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well across all settings. The Low preset delivers an average of 233 FPS, with no minimum or maximum values recorded. Medium settings produce an average of 179 FPS, with a minimum of 152 FPS and a maximum of 206 FPS, indicating stable frame pacing. High settings average 153 FPS, and Ultra settings average 119 FPS. The frame rate drop from Low to Ultra is approximately 49%, but even the worst-case Ultra setting remains well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but scales down with increased resolution. Low settings average 152 FPS, while Medium settings deliver 117 FPS on average, with a minimum of 99 FPS and a maximum of 134 FPS. High settings average 100 FPS, and Ultra settings average 78 FPS. The minimum recorded value at Medium is 99 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold, showing that the system maintains playable performance even during demanding scenes. The step from Low to Ultra represents a 49% reduction in average frame rate, similar to the scaling seen at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show its limits. Low settings average 84 FPS, which is the only preset at 4K that offers a large margin over the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 64 FPS, with a minimum of 55 FPS and a maximum of 74 FPS, meaning that while the average is playable, occasional dips below 60 FPS can occur. High settings average 55 FPS, falling short of the playable threshold, and Ultra settings average 43 FPS, which is 28% below the Medium preset’s average. The data shows a clear hierarchy: at 4K, only Low and Medium settings provide averages above 60 FPS, with Medium being the most demanding playable option.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 can run The Technomancer effectively, but the playable settings depend heavily on resolution. According to the measured data, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at all four tested presets for both 1920x1080 and 2560x1440. At 1080p, the Ultra preset achieves 119 FPS, and at 1440p, the Ultra preset achieves 78 FPS, making both resolutions fully playable at maximum settings.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The playable settings are limited to Low (84 FPS) and Medium (64 FPS), with High (55 FPS) and Ultra (43 FPS) falling below the 60 FPS threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, which provides an average of 64 FPS, though the minimum of 55 FPS indicates that some scenes may dip slightly below the target. For a fully smooth 4K experience, Low settings are recommended, as they offer a comfortable 84 FPS average with no recorded minimums below the threshold.

In summary, this PC is a strong performer for the game at 1080p and 1440p, offering high frame rates even at Ultra settings. For 4K, users should stick to Medium or Low presets to maintain playability. The system’s overall rank of 847 out of 3696 tested combinations places it in the top 23% of all configs, confirming that it is a capable pairing for this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 119 FPS. This is the best possible visual quality without sacrificing frame rate, as the system has ample headroom to spare.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains playable, with an average of 78 FPS. This is the recommended maximum setting for 1440p, as it provides a significant visual boost over High (100 FPS) while still staying well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Medium, which averages 64 FPS. While this is above the 60 FPS threshold, the minimum of 55 FPS suggests that users seeking a perfectly stable experience should consider Low settings, which average 84 FPS. For those prioritizing visual fidelity, Medium is the highest preset that clears the playable bar.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 847th out of 3696 tested combinations for The Technomancer, placing it in the top 22.9% of all configurations. This rank reflects a balanced pairing where the CPU’s high percentile standing (94th among all CPUs) complements the GPU’s solid performance (81st percentile among all GPUs). The CPU’s average benchmark score of 69355 puts it neck-and-neck with the AMD EPYC 9115 (69288, 0.1% faster) and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515, -0.2% slower), while the GPU’s score of 37648 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628, 0.1% difference) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507, 0.4% difference).

In practical terms, this rank means the combo outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for this game, making it a strong choice for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming. The data shows that the CPU is not a limiting factor, as its nearest rivals are within 0.9% of its average score, and the GPU’s performance is consistent with other mid-to-high-range cards. For The Technomancer, this pairing delivers a playable experience at all resolutions except for 4K Ultra, where the GPU’s limits become apparent. The rank of 847 out of 3696 indicates that while there are faster combinations, this system offers a reliable and capable experience for the game’s demands.