The Technomancer

# The Technomancer with AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D delivers a remarkably consistent experience in The Technomancer, with measured frame rates that scale predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited at lower resolutions, with the CPU's six cores providing sufficient throughput for this 2016 Action RPG. Across all twelve measured configurations, the average frame rates never dip below 66 FPS, indicating that this combination comfortably handles the game's demands at every tested setting.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G brings six cores and twelve threads to the table, running at a base clock of 3.90 GHz with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This Zen 3 architecture processor, built on TSMC's 7 nm process, features a 16 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support. While this CPU's benchmark percentile ranks at 74 against all processors, its placement among nearest rivals is telling — the Intel Core i3-1220P scores nearly identically (0.1% delta), while the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V trails by only 0.1% and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U by 0.2%.

The 5600G's single-thread performance, reflected in a 3DMark single-thread score of 872 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1409, proves adequate for The Technomancer's gameplay logic. Multi-core capability shows a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551, which helps when the game's engine spawns multiple AI-controlled entities or processes physics interactions. The PassMark multithread score of 19717 and Geekbench multicore score of 8428 reinforce that this processor handles threaded workloads competently.

For The Technomancer specifically, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU in most configurations. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 229 FPS, suggesting that the CPU can feed frames well beyond typical display refresh rates. The 5600G's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s via dual-channel DDR4 provides adequate data throughput for game assets, though the 16 MB L3 cache is modest by modern standards. The processor's 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier indicate headroom for enthusiasts, but the measured results show stock performance is already sufficient.

The integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are irrelevant here since the RTX 5090 D handles all rendering, but the CPU's PCIe Gen 3 interface with 16 lanes could theoretically bottleneck the GPU's PCIe 5.0 connection. However, the benchmark data shows no practical limitation, as frame rates remain high across all resolutions. The 5600G's position at the 74th percentile of all CPUs, combined with its nearest rivals being within 0.4% of its average benchmark score of 21088, places it in a solid mid-range tier that does not constrain this game's performance.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is the dominant component in this pairing, featuring 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. Its Blackwell 2.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 92,200 million transistors, includes 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. Clock speeds reach 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial: 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance, a pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s, and a texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s.

The GPU's benchmark percentile of 92 against all GPUs reflects its high-end positioning, though its nearest rivals in the database present an interesting contrast. The AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT scores 1.1% higher in average benchmarks, while the RX 6850M XT trails by 1.6% and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 variants sit 2.1-2.4% behind. This places the RTX 5090 D in a performance band where small percentage differences separate competitors, despite the massive architectural and memory differences between these cards.

In The Technomancer, the GPU's role is clearly dominant at 4K resolution. At 3840x2160 Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 66 FPS, while High settings yield 85 FPS. This scaling demonstrates that the RTX 5090 D's 32 GB VRAM and massive bandwidth are being utilized heavily at this resolution. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility ensure modern API access, though The Technomancer's 2016 release date means it likely uses older rendering paths. The PassMark DirectX 11 score of 371 and DirectX 9 score of 434 suggest strong legacy API performance, which is relevant for this game's era.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data reveals clear performance tiers across settings presets. At 1080p, Low settings produce 229 FPS, Medium reaches 208 FPS, High achieves 197 FPS, and Ultra delivers 180 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is only 49 FPS (21.4%), suggesting that visual quality improvements come at a modest frame rate cost at this resolution. For players with 60 Hz displays, any preset works, but Medium offers 208 FPS with a 177 FPS minimum, providing smooth gameplay with reasonable visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the scaling becomes more pronounced. Low settings hit 199 FPS, Medium drops to 180 FPS, High reaches 154 FPS, and Ultra falls to 120 FPS. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 153 FPS and maximum of 207 FPS, indicating consistent performance. High settings at 1440p remain well above 144 Hz thresholds for high-refresh monitors, making it the recommended balance between visual quality and performance.

The 4K results show where the GPU begins to strain. Low settings produce 129 FPS, Medium averages 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 FPS, High reaches 85 FPS, and Ultra drops to 66 FPS. For 4K gaming, High settings provide the best experience, staying comfortably above 60 FPS while offering substantial visual improvements over Medium. Ultra at 66 FPS is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes, while Medium's 84 FPS minimum ensures stable performance.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D ranks 115th out of 2825 tested combos in The Technomancer, placing it in the top 4.1% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the GPU's immense power compensating for the CPU's mid-range positioning. The percentile placement suggests that while the CPU may not be top-tier, the overall system performance benefits enormously from the RTX 5090 D's capabilities.

The ranking context becomes clearer when examining the CPU's nearest rivals. The Intel Core i3-1220P, Intel Core Ultra 7 256V, AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U all score within 0.4% of the 5600G's average benchmark score. This clustering indicates that the CPU choice among these mid-range options has minimal impact on overall system ranking. The GPU's percentile at 92, compared to the CPU's 74, confirms that the graphics card is the primary driver of this combo's high rank.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K reveals the limiting component clearly. At Ultra settings, 1080p produces 180 FPS, 1440p drops to 120 FPS (33.3% reduction), and 4K falls to 66 FPS (45% reduction from 1440p). This scaling pattern indicates GPU-bound performance, as the CPU maintains its output while the GPU's workload increases with pixel count. The 1080p Ultra result of 180 FPS suggests the CPU can sustain high frame rates, but the GPU's rendering capabilities become the bottleneck as resolution increases.

Low settings tell a similar story: 229 FPS at 1080p, 199 FPS at 1440p (13.1% drop), and 129 FPS at 4K (35.2% drop from 1440p). The smaller percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p compared to 1440p to 4K indicates that the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are stressed more at 4K. Medium settings show 208 FPS at 1080p, 180 FPS at 1440p (13.5% drop), and 99 FPS at 4K (45% drop). High settings follow with 197 FPS at 1080p, 154 FPS at 1440p (21.8% drop), and 85 FPS at 4K (44.8% drop).

The consistent pattern of roughly 45% performance degradation from 1440p to 4K across Medium, High, and Ultra settings confirms that the GPU's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are the determining factors at high resolutions. The CPU's role diminishes as resolution increases, making this pairing more balanced at 1440p and below, where the 5600G can keep up with the GPU's frame output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 229 FPS average
• Medium: 208 FPS average, 177 FPS minimum, 239 FPS maximum
• High: 197 FPS average
• Ultra: 180 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 199 FPS average
• Medium: 180 FPS average, 153 FPS minimum, 207 FPS maximum
• High: 154 FPS average
• Ultra: 120 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 129 FPS average
• Medium: 99 FPS average, 84 FPS minimum, 114 FPS maximum
• High: 85 FPS average
• Ultra: 66 FPS average

The Medium preset at each resolution provides the most complete data with minimum and maximum values. At 1080p Medium, the 177 FPS minimum ensures no noticeable stuttering even in demanding scenes. The 1440p Medium configuration shows a 153 FPS minimum, which remains above 144 Hz refresh rates. The 4K Medium preset's 84 FPS minimum stays above 60 FPS, providing a smooth experience. The absence of minimum frame rate data for Low, High, and Ultra presets means only average performance can be assessed for those configurations, but the averages suggest consistent performance across the board.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G sufficient for the RTX 5090 D in The Technomancer?

A: Yes, the data shows the CPU handles the game well. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 229 FPS, and even at 4K Ultra it maintains 66 FPS. The CPU's six cores and twelve threads, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551, provide adequate processing power for this game's demands.

Q: What is the best setting for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: High settings at 3840x2160 provide 85 FPS average, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. Ultra drops to 66 FPS, while Medium offers 99 FPS but with reduced visual fidelity. High keeps the frame rate well above 60 FPS while maintaining good graphics quality.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 115th out of 2825 tested combos, placing it in the top 4.1% of all systems tested in The Technomancer. The ranking reflects the RTX 5090 D's 92nd percentile GPU performance combined with the 5600G's 74th percentile CPU score.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 229 FPS, and at Ultra it reaches 180 FPS. These high frame rates suggest the 5600G can feed the RTX 5090 D sufficiently at this resolution, though the GPU's workload is lighter than at higher resolutions.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates at Medium settings?

A: The measured minimums are 177 FPS at 1080p, 153 FPS at 1440p, and 84 FPS at 4K. These values indicate stable performance without significant frame drops, even during intense gameplay sequences.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: The frame rate drops significantly as resolution increases. At Ultra settings, performance falls from 180 FPS at 1080p to 120 FPS at 1440p (33% reduction), then to 66 FPS at 4K (45% reduction from 1440p). This scaling confirms the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.