The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT pairing in The Technomancer presents a notable imbalance, with the GPU clearly dominating the workload. This analysis draws exclusively from measured data to explain how each component shapes the game's performance.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, built on a 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 8 MB L3 cache. Memory support is dual-channel DDR4 with a theoretical bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU also integrates Radeon Vega 7 graphics, though this is irrelevant for a discrete GPU setup.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 4600G scores 13593 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1919 in single-core. Its multi-threaded performance places it at the 75th percentile of all CPUs tested. The nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (deltaPct 0), Intel Core i5-12450H (deltaPct 0.1), Intel Core i3-14100T (deltaPct -0.8), and Intel Core i3-13100F (deltaPct -1). These deltas are extremely small, ranging from -1% to +0.1%, indicating the 4600G sits in a tightly contested performance band.

For The Technomancer, a game released in 2016, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are more than sufficient for the game's typical thread utilization. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 188.3 FPS, which is a very high frame rate suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution. However, the data shows that as resolution increases, the FPS drops significantly, indicating the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU's 8 MB L3 cache might be a slight constraint in CPU-bound scenarios, but the measured frame rates at 1080p do not reveal a hard CPU ceiling. The 3dmark scores, such as 4889 for max threads and 726 for single-thread, suggest a balanced processor for a game of this era. The data implies the Ryzen 5 4600G provides ample headroom for the GPU to operate, especially at higher resolutions where the rendering load shifts entirely to the graphics card.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is a RDNA 3.0 architecture GPU based on the Navi 32 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1435 MHz, with a boost clock of 2544 MHz and a game clock of 2171 MHz. Memory operates at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective). The GPU has 3456 shading units, 216 TMUs, and 96 ROPs, along with 54 ray tracing cores. Its FP32 performance is 35.17 TFLOPS, and the TDP is 245 W, requiring a 550 W suggested PSU.

In GPU benchmarks, the RX 7700 XT scores 22547 in Passmark G3D and 3316 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its percentile ranking is 73rd among all GPUs. The nearest rivals include NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (deltaPct 0), AMD Radeon RX 570 (deltaPct -0.2), NVIDIA Tesla M60 (deltaPct 0.4), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (deltaPct 0.6). These deltas are negligible, suggesting the RX 7700 XT's raw compute performance is nearly identical to these cards in aggregate benchmarks.

For The Technomancer, the GPU's 12 GB VRAM is far beyond what a 2016 title requires, eliminating any memory capacity concerns. The high memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s is also irrelevant for this older game. The data shows the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences across settings. At 4K Ultra, the combo produces 38.2 FPS, which is a demanding scenario. In contrast, at 1080p Low, it produces 188.3 FPS. This massive spread, from 38.2 to 188.3 FPS, is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's rendering workload. The RX 7700 XT's high clock speeds and shader throughput are what allow the game to reach playable frame rates at 1440p, where it averages 81.4 FPS on High settings. The data indicates a powerful GPU that is underutilized at lower resolutions due to the CPU's potential limitations, but at 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best average FPS this combination achieves at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 188.3, achieved with Low settings. Medium settings yield 148 FPS, High yields 127.6 FPS, and Ultra yields 98.7 FPS.

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

A: The combination ranks 746th out of 1656 total tested combos, placing it in the 45th percentile of all pairings.

Q: What is the performance delta between the CPU and its closest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17489. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, scores 17482 with a deltaPct of 0, meaning they are statistically identical. The Intel Core i5-12450H is also within 0.1% of the 4600G's score.

Q: What is the performance delta between the GPU and its closest rival?

A: The RX 7700 XT has an average benchmark score of 30097. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 scores 30109 with a deltaPct of 0, indicating identical aggregate performance. The AMD Radeon RX 570 is 0.2% behind the 7700 XT.

Q: What is the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: On High settings, the average FPS drops from 127.6 at 1920x1080 to 45.6 at 3840x2160. This is a decrease of 82 FPS, or a 64.3% reduction in frame rate.

Q: Which resolution offers an average FPS above 100 on High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 81.4 FPS, which is below 100. Only 1920x1080 with High settings (127.6 FPS) exceeds the 100 FPS threshold at this quality level.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT ranks 746th out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the pairing in the middle of the pack, around the 45th percentile. This ranking is interesting given the high absolute FPS numbers recorded. For instance, at 1080p Medium, the combo achieves 148 FPS, which would suggest a higher rank. The moderate rank implies that many other combinations, likely with more powerful CPUs or GPUs, achieve even higher frame rates, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU matters more.

The data indicates that the RX 7700 XT is a high-end GPU, sitting at the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. However, the Ryzen 5 4600G is a more modest processor, at the 75th percentile of all CPUs. The combination's rank of 746 suggests that the CPU may be holding back the GPU in certain scenarios, preventing the combo from reaching the top tiers. If the GPU were paired with a stronger CPU, the ranking would likely be higher. Conversely, the GPU's strength ensures the combo performs respectably at higher resolutions, where the CPU's limitations are less impactful. The rank of 746 out of 1656 indicates a solid, but not exceptional, pairing for this specific game.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Analyzing the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, all settings are playable, but the best experience balances frame rate and visual quality. High settings provide 127.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings drop to 98.7 FPS, still playable but with diminishing visual returns for the 29 FPS loss compared to High. Therefore, High settings at 1080p offer the best combination of smoothness and quality.

At 2560x1440, High settings yield 81.4 FPS, which is good for most gamers. Medium settings produce 100.2 FPS, offering a smoother experience with a modest visual downgrade. Ultra settings fall to 66.7 FPS, which is borderline for fast-paced action. For a 1440p experience, High settings are recommended as they provide a solid balance, while Medium is a viable alternative for those prioritizing frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes drastically. High settings produce only 45.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for many players. Medium settings yield 54.7 FPS, and Low settings produce 69.6 FPS. Given the significant FPS penalty, Low settings at 4K are the only preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. Therefore, for 4K gaming, Low settings are recommended for a playable experience, with Medium as an option for those who can tolerate slightly lower frame rates. The data suggests that High and Ultra at 4K are not recommended due to sub-60 FPS averages.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 188.3 FPS
• Medium: 148 FPS
• High: 127.6 FPS
• Ultra: 98.7 FPS

At 1080p, the combo shows a wide performance range. The jump from Low to Medium is 40.3 FPS, while the jump from Medium to High is 20.4 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra is 28.9 FPS, indicating that Ultra is a more demanding preset. All settings are well above 60 FPS, so the GPU is not stressed here.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 129.3 FPS
• Medium: 100.2 FPS
• High: 81.4 FPS
• Ultra: 66.7 FPS

At 1440p, the frame rates are lower but still respectable. Low settings maintain a high 129.3 FPS, while Ultra dips to 66.7 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 62.6 FPS, showing a significant scaling cost. Medium and High are both above 80 FPS, making them viable choices.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 69.6 FPS
• Medium: 54.7 FPS
• High: 45.6 FPS
• Ultra: 38.2 FPS

At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. Only Low settings achieve above 60 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 14.9 FPS, and from Medium to High is 9.1 FPS. Ultra settings drop below 40 FPS, which is not ideal for a playable experience. The spread from Low to Ultra is 31.4 FPS, showing the intense pressure on the GPU at this resolution.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The resolution scaling in this data reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. Comparing High settings across resolutions, the FPS drops from 127.6 at 1080p to 81.4 at 1440p, and then to 45.6 at 4K. This represents a 36.2% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 64.3% decrease from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, with the 4K resolution imposing a disproportionately heavy load.

For Low settings, the drop is from 188.3 at 1080p to 129.3 at 1440p, and then to 69.6 at 4K. This is a 31.3% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 63.0% drop from 1080p to 4K. The consistent percentage drops across different settings indicate that the GPU's rendering capacity is the primary constraint. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller FPS differences at higher resolutions, as the CPU workload remains constant while the GPU load increases.

The data strongly suggests that the RX 7700 XT is the limiting component in this pairing. At 1080p, the CPU is likely providing frames faster than the GPU can render, but at 4K, the GPU's pixel throughput is the ceiling. The 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient, but the raw compute power of the GPU, as evidenced by its 35.17 TFLOPS, is what determines the 4K performance. The Ryzen 5 4600G's 6 cores and 12 threads are not the bottleneck at 4K, as the FPS drop is directly proportional to the increase in pixel count. This analysis confirms that for this game, the GPU is the dominant factor in determining frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.