The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600, a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 2 architecture, operates with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. This 7 nm desktop chip, released in 2019, sits in the 76th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18129. Its performance envelope in this game is strong enough to keep pace with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, as the data indicates the frame rate ceiling is consistently dictated by the graphics card rather than the processor. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 12 threads are sufficient for the Action RPG genre, which typically scales well beyond the 8-thread mark, and the measured results show no signs of a processor-induced bottleneck.

In this game, the combination of the Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 2060 SUPER produces a wide spread of frame rates depending on resolution and settings. The CPU’s single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2124, is more than adequate for the game’s logic and draw-call processing, while its multi-threaded score of 15045 in the same test ensures that background tasks and the game’s AI systems do not introduce stutter. The nearest rivals to the Ryzen 5 3600 in the database include the Intel Core i5-11400 (with a delta of -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (with a delta of 0.2%), placing this chip in a tightly contested performance tier. For this game, the CPU is a non-issue; it provides all the computational headroom required to let the GPU do the heavy lifting.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how the RTX 2060 SUPER and Ryzen 5 3600 combo handles The Technomancer across different quality presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 140.6 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth and represents the highest frame rate recorded for this combination. Medium keeps things fluid at 107.8 FPS, and High remains very playable at 94.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 72.8 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold but represents a significant 22.4% performance hit compared to High. For players prioritizing max refresh rate, the Low preset is the clear winner at 1080p, but for a balanced experience, the High preset offers the best compromise between visual fidelity and frame rate, maintaining nearly 95 FPS without the steep cost of Ultra.

Moving to 2560x1440, the situation becomes more nuanced. The Low preset maintains a very playable 92.9 FPS, while Medium holds at 69.6 FPS. High settings produce 60.6 FPS, which is right at the edge of the 60 FPS standard for many monitors. The Ultra preset, at 48.6 FPS, dips below the smoothness threshold and introduces perceptible stutter during intense scenes. At this resolution, the Medium preset is recommended as the best experience, as it keeps frame rates comfortably above 60 FPS while still offering improved detail over Low. The 1440p High preset is a viable alternative for those who prefer visual quality over a small margin of fluidity, but the data suggests that Medium is the sweet spot for this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060 SUPER begins to struggle with the game’s demands. The Low preset delivers an average of 53.9 FPS, which is borderline playable but not ideal. Medium drops to 40.9 FPS, and High falls further to 34 FPS. The Ultra preset bottoms out at 29 FPS, which is nearly unplayable for an action-oriented RPG. The data clearly indicates that 4K gaming with this combo is only feasible on the Low preset, and even then, the frame rate is not consistently smooth. For the best experience at this resolution, players should accept the Low preset or consider lowering the resolution entirely. Overall, the data shows that the High preset at 1080p and the Medium preset at 1440p provide the best balance of performance and visual quality for this hardware combination.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this CPU and GPU combo?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 140.6 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Does the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 provide a playable experience?

A: No, the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 produces an average of 48.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold typically considered necessary for smooth gameplay in an Action RPG.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3600 compare to its nearest rival in the database?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18129, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i5-11400 (score of 18150) and 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (score of 18101).

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER capable of running The Technomancer at 4K with High settings?

A: The data shows the average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 34 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The Low preset at 4K, with an average of 53.9 FPS, is the only 4K option that approaches playability.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1920x1080?

A: The Low preset yields 140.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields 72.8 FPS, representing a performance drop of 67.8 FPS when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings at 1080p.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 19774.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 1181st out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the pairing in the lower third of the database, indicating that while it is fully capable of running the game, there are many more powerful combinations that achieve higher frame rates. The rank reflects the GPU’s performance ceiling more than the CPU’s, as the RTX 2060 SUPER is in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 3600 is in the 76th percentile of all CPUs. The data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this pairing; the GPU is what holds the combo back from higher ranks.

Within the context of the database, this combo’s rank of 1181 means it outperforms 475 other tested combinations, but it also means that the majority of combos deliver better results in this specific title. The average FPS figures across all settings and resolutions show a pattern consistent with a mid-range GPU paired with a capable mid-range CPU. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 19774 is only 0.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN (score of 19706) and 0.5% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (score of 19680), illustrating how tightly packed the performance tiers are around this GPU. The combo rank is a direct consequence of the GPU’s position in the market, and the Ryzen 5 3600 does nothing to improve or worsen that standing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the 12 nm TU106 chip, featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1470 MHz and a boost clock of 1650 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These specifications place the card in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19774. In The Technomancer, the GPU’s role is dominant, as the measured frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings, indicating that the card is the primary determinant of performance in this title.

The RTX 2060 SUPER’s memory configuration is particularly relevant for this game, as The Technomancer’s texture-heavy environments can consume significant VRAM. The 8 GB frame buffer is sufficient for all tested settings, but the 448.0 GB/s bandwidth becomes a constraint at higher resolutions, where the demand for texture data increases. The GPU’s compute capabilities, including 2176 shading units and a FP32 throughput of 7.181 TFLOPS, are adequate for the game’s rendering workload, but the data shows that the 4K resolution pushes the card beyond its comfort zone. The GPU’s nearest rivals in the database are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN (deltaPct 0.3%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (deltaPct 0.5%), and the NVIDIA Quadro K5200 (deltaPct 0.8%), all of which are within a 1.3% performance band, confirming that the RTX 2060 SUPER is a solid mid-high tier option that excels at 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 2060 SUPER and Ryzen 5 3600 combination delivers its best performance. The Low preset produces an average of 140.6 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this combo. Medium settings yield 107.8 FPS, and High settings drop slightly to 94.5 FPS. The Ultra preset brings the average down to 72.8 FPS, which is still smooth but shows a clear scaling penalty. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 67.8 FPS, demonstrating the substantial impact of settings on performance at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down proportionally. The Low preset averages 92.9 FPS, which is a solid result for 1440p gaming. Medium settings reduce the average to 69.6 FPS, and High settings bring it down to 60.6 FPS, just above the 60 FPS line. The Ultra preset averages 48.6 FPS, which is noticeably less smooth. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 44.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU is working harder but still managing playable frame rates on lower presets.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limitations become apparent. The Low preset averages 53.9 FPS, which is the only 4K preset above 50 FPS. Medium settings drop to 40.9 FPS, and High settings fall to 34 FPS. The Ultra preset averages just 29 FPS, which is not conducive to smooth gameplay. The data shows that 4K is only viable on the Low preset, and even then, the average frame rate is not ideal for an Action RPG that requires responsive controls. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is 24.9 FPS, which is the smallest absolute difference across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is hitting a hard performance ceiling at 4K regardless of settings.