The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting test for this pairing of an AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D CPU with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti GPU. The benchmark data places this combo at rank 732 out of 2825 tested combinations, which is a strong showing in the 74th percentile of all tested systems. This is not a top-tier result, but it is a very capable position that indicates the hardware is well-suited for high-refresh-rate play at most resolutions. The data shows a system that can handle the game’s demands with ease, though the most demanding settings at 4K will push it to its limits.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 732 out of 2825 tested combos places it comfortably in the upper quartile of all systems tested for The Technomancer. This is a strong result, indicating that the combination of the Ryzen 5 5500X3D and the RTX 3080 Ti is well-balanced for this title. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 37018, sits at the 85th percentile when compared to all CPUs, while the GPU, with an average benchmark score of 41187, is at the 83rd percentile for all GPUs. Neither component is a bottleneck in a way that would drag the other down, resulting in a cohesive performance profile.

Looking at the CPU’s nearest rivals, the data shows a very tight cluster. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, and it is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. This means that for this game, the CPU’s raw processing power is effectively on par with these alternatives, and the choice between them would likely come down to platform features rather than performance in The Technomancer. The GPU shows a similar pattern, with the RTX 3080 Ti scoring 0.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, 2% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, and 1.2% and 1.7% lower than the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB and Tesla M40 respectively. These deltaPct values are all small, meaning that the GPU is also in a very competitive performance tier.

The overall rank of 732 suggests that while this is a very fast system, there are still 731 other combinations that deliver higher frame rates. This is expected, as the RTX 3080 Ti, while an excellent card, is not the absolute fastest available, and the Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a mid-range CPU in the 5000 series. The data indicates that this combo will deliver a smooth and responsive experience in The Technomancer, but it will not be the absolute fastest system on the benchmark database. The rank is a holistic measure of the combo’s performance across all tested settings and resolutions, and a rank in the top 26% is a solid foundation for a good gaming experience.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates in The Technomancer, especially at higher resolutions. This GPU, built on the Ampere architecture with the GA102 chip, features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 912.4 GB/s. This large memory pool and high bandwidth are critical for handling the game’s textures and geometry at 4K resolution. The card’s base clock is 1365 MHz, with a boost clock of 1665 MHz, and the memory runs at an effective 19 Gbps. The high boost clock ensures that the GPU can maintain high throughput when the game’s load is demanding.

In terms of raw compute, the RTX 3080 Ti has 10,240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The data shows a pixel rate of 186.5 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 532.8 GTexel/s, which are substantial figures. The FP32 performance is rated at 34.10 TFLOPS. These specifications translate into a card that is capable of delivering high frame rates in The Technomancer, a game that is not overly demanding by modern standards. The GPU’s percentile ranking of 83rd among all GPUs indicates that it outperforms the vast majority of other graphics cards, and its nearest rivals, such as the GeForce RTX 5070, are within a 2% performance margin.

The GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU is often more capable of keeping up, but at 2560x1440 and especially 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The RTX 3080 Ti’s 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game’s maximum settings at 4K, as the measured FPS data shows playable results. The card’s dual-slot design and 350 W TDP require a solid power supply; the suggested PSU is 750 W. The GPU also supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is relevant for modern rendering features, though The Technomancer itself is from 2016 and may not utilize all of them. The data indicates that the GPU is a very strong performer for this title, providing a significant performance advantage over lower-tier cards.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D plays a supporting role, ensuring the GPU is fed with data. This processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, based on the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Vermeer) on a 7 nm process. Its base clock is 3.00 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The key feature of this CPU is its large 96 MB shared L3 cache, which is a significant asset for gaming. The large cache helps reduce memory latency and can improve performance in games that are sensitive to cache size, though The Technomancer’s engine, from 2016, may not fully benefit from this feature. The CPU’s single-threaded PassMark score is 2941, and its multithreaded score is 20363.

The CPU’s performance, as measured by its average benchmark score of 37018, places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are very close in performance, with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F being 0.2% faster and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 also being 0.2% faster. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is 0.2% slower. This indicates that the Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a very competent processor for gaming, and its performance is right in line with other modern mid-range options. The CPU’s 105 W TDP and AM4 socket make it a drop-in upgrade for many existing systems, which is a practical consideration for builders.

In The Technomancer, the CPU’s role is less about raw frame rate generation and more about maintaining consistent frame pacing. At 1080p, the CPU can become a bottleneck in some games, but the data shows that this combo achieves high frame rates, suggesting the CPU is not holding the GPU back significantly. The measured FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings is 211 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited, but it is still a very high number. The CPU’s boost clock of 4.00 GHz and 6 cores are sufficient for the game’s threading model. The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 5500X3D provides a solid foundation for the RTX 3080 Ti, and its high L3 cache may offer a slight advantage in some scenarios, although this is not explicitly broken out in the measured FPS data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers very high frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 211. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 178 FPS, with a minimum of 151 FPS and a maximum of 204 FPS. High settings yield an average of 152 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 119 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is more than capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors, with even the Ultra preset remaining well above 100 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance is still very strong. Low settings produce an average of 151 FPS. Medium settings reduce the average to 116 FPS, with a minimum of 99 and a maximum of 134 FPS. High settings average 99 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to an average of 77 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as it balances visual quality with high frame rates. The 77 FPS average at Ultra is perfectly playable, and the 99 FPS at High is excellent for a smooth experience. The data shows that the GPU is working harder at this resolution, but it still has plenty of headroom.

At 3840x2160, the system’s performance becomes more demanding. Low settings yield an average of 83 FPS. Medium settings bring the average down to 64 FPS, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS. High settings average 54 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to an average of 43 FPS. This shows that 4K is the most challenging scenario for this combo. While the game is playable, the Ultra preset at 4K is not ideal for a consistently smooth experience, as the average of 43 FPS is below the 60 FPS target. The High preset at 54 FPS is also borderline. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, users would need to use Medium or Low settings to achieve a more comfortable frame rate, or they would need to accept the lower frame rates of the higher presets.

The scaling between settings is consistent. At each resolution, there is a significant drop from Low to Ultra, but the jumps are relatively uniform. The data indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while the CPU is more involved at 1080p. The measured FPS values across all settings and resolutions paint a picture of a system that is very capable, but not without its limits at the highest fidelity settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a consistently smooth experience?

A: The measured data shows that at 2560x1440, the system averages 99 FPS on High settings and 77 FPS on Ultra settings. This resolution provides a good balance, with the High preset delivering a strong frame rate that is well-suited for smooth gameplay.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: Yes, it can, but with caveats. The data shows 4K averages of 83 FPS on Low, 64 FPS on Medium, 54 FPS on High, and 43 FPS on Ultra. For a 60 FPS target, Medium settings are the highest you can use, as High drops below that threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, and it is 0.2% slower than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. This indicates a near-identical performance level among these CPUs.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187. It is 0.8% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 and 2% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. It is 1.2% slower than the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB and 1.7% slower than the NVIDIA Tesla M40.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS on Low settings is 151, while on Ultra it is 77. This represents a 74 FPS difference, or a 49% reduction in performance from Low to Ultra, which is a significant visual quality versus performance trade-off.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS on Low settings is 211, which is a very high number. This suggests that the CPU is likely the limiting factor at this resolution and settings, as the frame rate is extremely high. At higher settings, the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor, with Ultra averaging 119 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, the data suggests that the High preset at 2560x1440 is the sweet spot for this combo. The average FPS of 99 is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and the visual quality is high. This combination offers a great balance between performance and fidelity. If you prefer higher visual fidelity, the Ultra preset at 1440p is still playable, with an average of 77 FPS, but you will get a smoother experience with High.

For 1080p gamers, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 119 FPS, which is more than enough for a high-refresh-rate monitor. The High preset at 152 FPS is also excellent, but Ultra provides the best visual quality without sacrificing much in terms of frame rate. For 4K gaming, the data indicates that you should use the Medium preset, which averages 64 FPS. This is the only preset that consistently hits a playable frame rate at 3840x2160. The High preset at 54 FPS is playable but may feel less smooth, while the Ultra preset at 43 FPS should be avoided for a comfortable experience.

In summary, the recommended presets are: for 1920x1080, use Ultra; for 2560x1440, use High for a smooth experience or Ultra if you can tolerate slightly lower frame rates; and for 3840x2160, use Medium. These recommendations are based on the measured average FPS values and are intended to provide the best balance of visual quality and smooth performance. The data shows that this combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it is capable of 4K gaming with some settings adjustments.