The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 combination delivers a solid, if aging, performance profile in The Technomancer. The data shows a system that can handle the game at 1080p with high frame rates, but struggles to maintain playable performance at 4K, especially on higher settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, the roles of the CPU and GPU, and how this combo stacks against other tested configurations.

FAQ

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

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average FPS of 60. This is the exact point of diminishing returns for this combo, as it meets the standard for a playable experience but provides no headroom for dips.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested combinations for this game?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 ranks 3057th out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the 17th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that most other combos deliver higher frame rates.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces an average of 76 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 39 FPS. This represents a 37 FPS difference, showing how heavily the Ultra preset loads the system.

Q: Is the GTX 1070's memory bandwidth sufficient for this game?

A: The GTX 1070 has a 256-bit memory bus and 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 21, suggesting that the GPU's memory subsystem, along with its raw compute, is overwhelmed at that resolution.

Q: What is the boost clock of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a boost clock of 3.90 GHz, while the GPU has a boost clock of 1683 MHz. These are the maximum frequencies the parts can reach under load, which directly impacts frame rates in a CPU- or GPU-bound scenario.

Q: At what settings does the combo achieve a 60 FPS average at 1080p?

A: The system achieves exactly 60 FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings. At High settings it achieves 77 FPS, at Medium 90 FPS, and at Low 117 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is a Pascal-architecture GPU built on a 16 nm process, with a chip named GP104. It packs 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. The core clocks are a base of 1506 MHz and a boost of 1683 MHz, which are the frequencies that determine raw shader throughput. The card's memory configuration is 8 GB of GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus, yielding 256.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This memory bandwidth is a critical factor for high-resolution gaming, as it determines how quickly textures and frame buffers can be accessed.

The GPU's raw compute performance is rated at 6.463 TFLOPS for FP32, while the pixel and texture rates are 107.7 GPixel/s and 202.0 GTexel/s respectively. The GTX 1070 sits at the 47th percentile of all GPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms roughly half of all tested GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 9780, with nearest rivals including the AMD FirePro W5000 (scoring 9803, 0.2% faster) and the NVIDIA Quadro M2000M (scoring 9832, 0.5% faster). The data shows the GTX 1070 is a mid-range card that was a popular choice for 1080p and sometimes 1440p gaming.

In The Technomancer, the GPU's role is dominant, but its performance is clearly resolution-dependent. At 1080p, the card can push frame rates well above 60 at all settings, from 117 FPS on Low to 60 FPS on Ultra. At 1440p, the frame rates drop to a range of 76 FPS (Low) to 39 FPS (Ultra). At 4K, the GPU is heavily taxed, with the average frame rate ranging from 42 FPS at Low settings to 21 FPS at Ultra settings. The memory bandwidth and the 8 GB VRAM capacity are likely the limiting factors at 4K, as the GPU is forced to manage larger texture sets and higher resolution buffers. The 256.3 GB/s bandwidth is likely saturated, causing the frame rate to plummet to non-playable levels at the higher presets. The GPU's performance in this game is consistent with its percentile ranking, as it demonstrates a clear strength at 1080p but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor based on the Zen+ architecture, built on a 12nm process. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. The CPU supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. It has a large L3 cache of 16 MB shared across all cores. This CPU is a strong multi-threaded performer, scoring 1248 in the Cinebench R15 multi-core test and 157.3 in the single-core test. It also scores 5648 in Geekbench multi-core and 1154 in single-core. The PassMark multithread score is 13160, with a single-thread score of 2239. The CPU has a 75th percentile ranking against all CPUs, placing it ahead of most average CPUs.

In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is less demanding than the GPU's, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU is a capable component, and its performance is unlikely to be a major bottleneck at any of the tested settings. The game's engine is typically GPU-bound, and this is reflected in the FPS data, where frame rates drop significantly as the resolution increases. The CPU's 12 threads are more than enough for the game's logic, and its high single-thread performance helps maintain a stable frame rate. The data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this combination, as the frame rate scales primarily with GPU load. The Ryzen 5 2600's performance is close to that of its nearest rivals in the database; it is 0.2% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, 0.5% faster than the Intel Core i9-11900H, and 1.2% faster than the AMD EPYC 9454. This indicates that the CPU is a solid, balanced performer that can keep pace with the GPU in a demanding game like The Technomancer.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data for this combination shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. At 1080p, all settings are playable, with the Low preset achieving 117 FPS, Medium 90 FPS, High 77 FPS, and Ultra 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is a viable option for a 60Hz display, providing a stable 60 FPS average. However, if the user prefers a higher refresh rate, the High preset at 77 FPS is a good choice for competitive play, while Medium at 90 FPS and Low at 117 FPS offer even higher frame rates.

At 1440p, the situation changes. The Ultra preset drops to 39 FPS, which is below the standard for smooth gameplay. The High preset achieves 50 FPS, and Medium hits 59 FPS. The Low preset is the only one that provides a comfortable frame rate of 76 FPS. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience at 1440p, the Medium preset is the best choice, as it provides a 59 FPS average with a minimum of 50 FPS. The Low preset is the only option for high refresh rates at this resolution.

At 4K, the system is heavily taxed. The Ultra preset manages only 21 FPS, making it unplayable. The High preset is a bit better at 27 FPS, and Medium is 32 FPS. Even the Low preset only reaches 42 FPS. None of the 4K settings provide a playable experience, as the minimum FPS is not listed for most, but the average is below 60. The best experience at 4K is the Low preset with an average of 42 FPS, but even this is below the standard for a smooth game. The data suggests that the system is not suitable for 4K gaming in The Technomancer, and users should stick to 1080p or 1440p for a smooth experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 ranks 3057 out of 3696 tested combinations for this game. This places it in the 17th percentile, meaning it outperforms only one-sixth of the tested configurations. This is a low ranking, indicating that many other combos can produce higher frame rates in The Technomancer. The ranking is likely due to the game's demanding nature at higher resolutions, which the GTX 1070 struggles with. The CPU is powerful enough, but the GPU's performance is the bottleneck. The combo's percentile is lower than the CPU's 75th percentile ranking, highlighting the GPU's relative weakness. The GTX 1070's percentile is 47th, which is slightly below average, and this is reflected in the game's performance. The system is a good 1080p machine, but it is not a high-end performer.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of the system's performance at each resolution and setting. At 1920x1080, the FPS ranges from 117 at Low settings to 60 at Ultra. The Medium setting yields 90 FPS, and High yields 77 FPS. The data for 1080p shows a clear scaling with settings, with a large gap between Low and Ultra. The 1080p Low setting is the fastest, while Ultra is the slowest.

At 2560x1440, the FPS drops to 76 on Low, 59 on Medium, 50 on High, and 39 on Ultra. The 1440p results show a similar pattern, but the frame rates are significantly lower across the board. The gap between Low and Ultra is 37 FPS, showing the performance hit from the increased resolution.

At 3840x2160, the FPS is 42 on Low, 32 on Medium, 27 on High, and 21 on Ultra. This resolution is a major challenge for the GTX 1070. The frame rates are all below 60, and the Ultra preset is essentially unplayable. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 21 FPS drop, which is a 50% reduction in performance. The data shows that the system is not capable of handling the game at 4K with any playable settings.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the GTX 1070 is a 1080p card, and its performance degrades significantly at higher resolutions. The 1080p results show the card's strength, with even the Ultra preset maintaining 60 FPS. The 1440p results are playable at Low and Medium presets, but the higher settings are not. The 4K results are all below the 60 FPS threshold, making the game unplayable at that resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data shows a clear scaling from 1080p to 4K. At the Ultra preset, the FPS drops from 60 at 1080p to 39 at 1440p, and finally to 21 at 4K. This is a 50% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 65% drop from 1080p to 4K. This scaling is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering load increases exponentially with the number of pixels. The pixel count at 4K is four times that of 1080p, and the GPU's performance is not able to keep up.

This indicates that the GPU is the limiting component in this combination. The CPU is likely not the bottleneck, as the Ryzen 5 2600 is a powerful processor. The GTX 1070's performance is the primary factor that determines the frame rate, and its limitations are exposed by the demanding resolutions. The 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 resolutions show a significant drop, which points to the GPU's limited memory bandwidth and compute power. The 1080p results are high, but the 4K results are low, confirming that the system is best suited for 1080p gaming. The data indicates that the CPU can handle the game's demands, but the GPU cannot keep up at higher resolutions, making the CPU and GPU a balanced pair for 1080p but not for 4K.