The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B370 pairing. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system where the integrated graphics solution is the definitive performance bottleneck, with the CPU's capabilities largely untapped at higher graphical loads. The data indicates a configuration suited only for the least demanding scenarios at 1080p, with performance falling off sharply as resolution and quality settings increase.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern: as resolution increases, average frame rates drop significantly. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 71 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average falls to 47 FPS, a reduction of 33.8%. At 4K Low, the average drops further to 26 FPS, which is a 63.4% decrease from the 1080p result. This scaling curve indicates that the rendering pipeline is heavily constrained by the graphics processor, as the load on the GPU increases quadratically with pixel count.

The pattern holds across all settings presets. For Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 55 at 1080p to 36 at 1440p, and then to 20 at 4K. High settings show a similar trend: 47 FPS at 1080p, 31 at 1440p, and 17 at 4K. The most demanding preset, Ultra, sees averages of 37 FPS at 1080p, 24 at 1440p, and a nearly unplayable 13 FPS at 4K. The consistent drop-off at each resolution step underscores that the Intel Arc B370's compute and fillrate capabilities are the limiting factor. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly one-third of the performance, while the jump to 4K costs another half of the remaining performance, a hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario where the processor is waiting on the graphics hardware.

This relationship between resolution and FPS is not linear, which suggests that the GPU's memory subsystem, which is system shared, and its raw pixel throughput are being saturated. The data shows no scenario where the CPU becomes the primary limiter at higher resolutions; the frame rate drops are entirely attributable to the increased pixel workload. For a user targeting 4K, the results are uniformly below the threshold for smooth gameplay, with even the Low preset only managing an average of 26 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. Its role in this system is paramount, as its specifications directly dictate the performance ceiling observed in The Technomancer. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, with a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. These figures, combined with 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs, define its processing capacity. The FP32 performance is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS, which is modest for modern gaming.

Crucially, the memory configuration is "System Shared" with a bus width also listed as "System Shared," and a bandwidth that is "System Dependent." This means the GPU relies on the system's DDR4 memory, which for the Ryzen 5 5600GT is a dual-channel interface with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. This shared memory arrangement often introduces latency and bandwidth bottlenecks in gaming scenarios. In The Technomancer, this is likely a contributing factor to the sharp performance drops at higher resolutions, where the demand for memory bandwidth increases substantially.

The GPU's benchmark results are telling. Its average benchmark score is 1184, which places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which scores 1186, and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190. This comparison firmly establishes the Arc B370's performance class as being over a decade old, aimed at basic tasks rather than demanding gaming. In the context of The Technomancer, the GPU's specifications suggest it can handle the game's geometry and textures at low resolutions, but its limitations in raw compute and memory bandwidth become apparent as the workload increases. The 25 W TDP is consistent with an IGP, and its performance relative to older discrete cards confirms its position as the primary constraint in this combo.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B370 is ranked 2603 out of 2825 tested combos for The Technomancer. This ranking places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a low-performance pairing for this particular title. The percentile position highlights the significant gap between this setup and more capable configurations.

The ranking is not a reflection of the CPU. The Ryzen 5 5600GT has an average benchmark score of 20733, which places it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12490F with a score of 20802 and a deltaPct of -0.3%, and the Intel Xeon 6325P with a score of 20821 and a deltaPct of -0.4%. These scores are nearly identical, indicating that the Ryzen 5 5600GT is a solid mid-range performer. However, the GPU's 5th percentile ranking and its average score of 1184 drag the combined system's performance down dramatically.

The comboRankInGame of 2603 out of 2825 is a direct consequence of the Intel Arc B370's limitations. While the CPU is capable of feeding frames in many scenarios, the GPU cannot render them quickly enough. This creates a massive imbalance in the system. The data suggests that almost any other tested GPU pairing with this CPU would yield a higher rank, as the CPU is not the bottleneck. The rank effectively serves as a warning that this specific hardware combination is not suitable for playing The Technomancer at playable frame rates, except at the very lowest settings and resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's capabilities. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo shows its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 71, which is the only result in the entire dataset that approaches a smooth 60+ FPS experience. Medium settings at 1080p yield an average of 55 FPS, with a minimum of 47 and a maximum of 63. High settings drop the average to 47 FPS, and Ultra settings bring it down to 37 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p is the only viable resolution for this hardware, and even then, only Low settings guarantee a consistently smooth frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance becomes increasingly marginal. The Low preset averages 47 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings average 36 FPS, with a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 41, putting it on the edge of playability. High settings average 31 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 24 FPS. None of the 1440p results offer a consistently smooth experience, and the minimum FPS values for Medium settings suggest potential stuttering. The data shows that 1440p is only suitable for Low settings if the user prioritizes frame rate over visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the system is completely overwhelmed. The Low preset averages 26 FPS, which is below the threshold for playable action. Medium settings average 20 FPS, with a minimum of 17 and a maximum of 23. High settings average 17 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 13 FPS. The 4K results are uniformly poor, and even the lowest settings do not provide a playable experience. The data confirms that 4K is not a viable option for this combo in The Technomancer, as the integrated GPU lacks the necessary pixel throughput and memory bandwidth to handle the resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the only configuration that offers a consistently playable experience is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves an average of 71 FPS. This is the sole preset and resolution combination that clears the 60 FPS threshold. For users who value smooth gameplay, this is the recommended starting point. The data shows that all other settings at 1080p result in averages below 60 FPS, with Ultra settings dropping to 37 FPS.

If a user wishes to increase visual quality, the Medium preset at 1080p provides an average of 55 FPS, which may be acceptable for slower-paced sections of the game, though the 47 FPS minimum could lead to noticeable slowdowns. This is a compromise between visual fidelity and performance, but the data suggests it is not the ideal choice for a consistent experience. The High preset at 1080p averages 47 FPS, which is playable but not smooth, and the Ultra preset at 1080p is not recommended due to its 37 FPS average.

For 1440p, the data does not support any settings for a solid experience. The Low preset at 1440p averages 47 FPS, which is technically playable but in the same range as 1080p High. However, the higher resolution puts more strain on the GPU, and the lack of a minimum FPS value for Low settings makes it difficult to assess consistency. The Medium preset at 1440p, with its 30 FPS minimum, is not recommended. At 4K, no preset is playable, with the best average being 26 FPS at Low settings. The clear recommendation from the data is to run the game at 1080p Low for the best balance of performance and stability.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It has a 16 MB L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory. Its benchmark scores show it to be a capable processor for gaming. For instance, it scores 17272 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 2438 in single-core. These scores place it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it has sufficient processing power for most gaming workloads.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is largely secondary. The measured FPS data shows that the system is heavily GPU-bound. The 4K results, where the CPU has the least relative impact, show a dramatic drop in performance compared to 1080p, which is the opposite of what would be expected if the CPU were the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively stable across resolutions, as the CPU's workload would not change significantly. Instead, the frame rates drop substantially with each resolution increase, confirming that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component.

The CPU's performance is more than adequate to handle the game's logic and draw calls. Its 6 cores and 12 threads are well-suited for modern games, and its single-thread performance, as indicated by a Geekbench single-core score of 1843, is strong. The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 5600GT is not preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum potential. In fact, the GPU's performance is so low that the CPU is likely idle waiting for the GPU to finish rendering. The bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU, and the CPU's capabilities are largely wasted in this pairing for this specific game.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo can achieve in The Technomancer?

A: The highest average FPS measured is 71, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only preset that averages above 60 FPS.

Q: Can this system run The Technomancer at 4K resolution?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the best average FPS is 26 with Low settings, and Ultra settings drop to 13 FPS. All 4K results are below the threshold for playable performance.

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

A: This combo ranks 2603 out of 2825 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this system?

A: The benchmark data indicates the Intel Arc B370 GPU is the primary bottleneck. The CPU's performance is in the 74th percentile, while the GPU is in the 5th percentile, and the FPS drops significantly with resolution increases, a classic sign of GPU limitation.

Q: What is the playable settings recommendation for this game?

A: The only configuration that provides a consistently smooth experience is 1920x1080 with Low settings. At this setting, the average FPS is 71. Higher settings at 1080p or any settings at higher resolutions result in averages below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 with a score of 1186, and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 with a score of 1190, putting them all within a 0.5% performance delta.