The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload for modern hardware. This analysis examines the measured performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER across a range of resolutions and settings, using only the provided benchmark data. The results show a configuration that can handle the game at high frame rates in 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain playable performance at 4K with maximum graphical fidelity.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in The Technomancer?

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the most reliable choice. Even at Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 80.3 FPS, while Low settings reach 157.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, performance is still good, but Ultra drops to 54.1 FPS.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 39.1 FPS on High, 40.3 FPS on Medium, and 26.7 FPS on Ultra. Only the Low preset, at 58.3 FPS, approaches a consistently smooth experience.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threading performance compare to its rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17489. This puts it roughly on par with the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, which has a deltaPct of 0, and it is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12450H.

Q: What is the GPU's standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA RTX A400, which scores 22307, a 0.5% difference.

Q: Which graphics settings preset offers the best balance of quality and performance at 1080p?

A: The High preset at 1920x1080 provides a strong balance. It achieves an average of 101.1 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 80.3 FPS seen on Ultra, while still offering a clear visual upgrade over the Medium preset's 123.3 FPS.

Q: Is the GPU or the CPU more likely to be a bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary limiter at higher resolutions. The CPU's 3DMark scores (4863 for 16 threads, 4889 for max threads) show ample processing power. The GPU's performance, however, drops dramatically when resolution increases, indicating it is the constraining factor.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. For a game like The Technomancer, this multi-threaded capability is important, as the CPU must manage game logic, physics, and AI. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593 demonstrates robust multi-threaded throughput, which should prevent the CPU from becoming a major bottleneck in most scenes.

The processor's overall average benchmark score is 17489, which places it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. This performance is nearly identical to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, which has a deltaPct of 0. It is also just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12450H. This indicates that the 4600G provides a solid, mid-range foundation for gaming, with its 12 threads ensuring that it can handle the demands of a modern Action RPG without faltering.

While the CPU's single-thread performance, as shown by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1919, is adequate, the game's performance scaling with resolution points away from a CPU bottleneck. The measured FPS drops significantly when moving from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, while the CPU workload remains relatively constant. This implies that the 4600G is feeding the GPU enough data, and the graphical load itself is what drives the frame rate down at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the main driver of visual performance in this configuration. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its base clock is 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz. This memory capacity and bandwidth are sufficient for The Technomancer's textures and effects at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests they become a limiting factor at 4K.

The GPU's compute power is substantial, with an FP32 performance of 9.062 TFLOPS and 2560 shading units. It achieves an average benchmark score of 22206, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. This puts it in a competitive position, being just 0.5% slower than the NVIDIA RTX A400 (22307) and 2.5% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (21670). Its Passmark G3D score of 18169 reflects its strong direct rendering capabilities.

However, the measured FPS reveals the GPU's performance limits. At 1920x1080, the card is clearly powerful enough to push high frame rates, even at Ultra settings. But as the resolution increases to 2560x1440 and then to 3840x2160, the average frame rates fall. The drop from 80.3 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 54.1 FPS at 1440p Ultra, and then to 26.7 FPS at 4K Ultra, shows a clear performance curve that is characteristic of a GPU becoming increasingly saturated with pixel and shader work.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a clear picture of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally strong. The Low preset delivers an average of 157.9 FPS, Medium achieves 123.3 FPS, and High reaches 101.1 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset holds an average of 80.3 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay on a high-refresh-rate monitor.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains respectable but begins to show strain. The Low preset averages 102.7 FPS, which is still excellent. The Medium preset delivers 79.4 FPS, and High drops to 67.8 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most affected, with an average of 54.1 FPS. This is still playable, but it indicates that the GPU is working considerably harder.

At 3840x2160, the limits of this configuration are evident. The Low preset is the only one that manages a playable average, at 58.3 FPS. The Medium and High presets are nearly identical, with averages of 40.3 FPS and 39.1 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset is simply too demanding, resulting in an average of 26.7 FPS, which would be a poor experience. The data shows a clear pattern: 1080p is the sweet spot for high refresh rates, 1440p is viable for a 60 FPS target on lower presets, and 4K requires significant settings reductions to be playable.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for The Technomancer, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER holds a rank of 1024 out of 1656 tested combos. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the performance spectrum. This ranking is a holistic measure of its ability to run the game across all tested scenarios, and it is heavily influenced by the low frame rates seen at 4K Ultra.

The ranking reflects the GPU's position as a mid-range card in 2024. While the RTX 2070 SUPER is a competent performer for 1080p and 1440p gaming, it is outclassed by more modern and higher-end cards in the database. Its percentile of 65 against all GPUs supports this, as it shows that about a third of all tested GPUs are faster. The CPU, being in the 75th percentile, is a more capable component in relative terms, but the overall combo ranking is dragged down by the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions.

This rank suggests that for a smooth experience in The Technomancer, users should not expect to run the game at maximum settings and high resolutions. Instead, the combo is best suited for high-refresh-rate play at 1080p or a solid 60 FPS experience at 1440p with some settings adjustments. The data shows that this pairing is more about balanced, mid-range performance than about pushing the graphical envelope.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players with a 1080p monitor, the High preset is the clear recommendation. It provides a substantial visual improvement over Medium while still maintaining an average of 101.1 FPS. This leaves headroom for demanding scenes and ensures a fluid experience. For those with a 1440p display, the Medium preset is the best choice. It offers a good balance, averaging 79.4 FPS, which is more than sufficient for a smooth experience. The High preset at 67.8 FPS is also viable, but Medium provides a safer margin for consistent performance.

At 4K, the situation is more complex. The only preset that provides a consistently playable experience is Low, which averages 58.3 FPS. While this sacrifices visual fidelity, it is the only way to get near 60 FPS at this resolution. The Medium and High presets, which average around 40 FPS, are only suitable if the player can tolerate a less smooth frame rate. In summary, the data recommends prioritizing a high refresh rate at 1080p with High settings, targeting a stable 60 FPS at 1440p with Medium settings, and using Low settings for playable 4K performance.