The Technomancer

The Technomancer, an Action RPG from 2016, can still present a challenge to modern hardware due to its engine. This analysis examines the performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. The data shows a combination that is capable of very high frame rates at 1080p and solid 60+ FPS at 1440p, but one that struggles to maintain playable performance at 4K with higher settings. The benchmark results indicate a component pairing that is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with the GPU becoming the clear limiting factor at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combination for The Technomancer?

A: The combo ranks 2609th out of 3696 tested combinations in this game. This places it in the lower half of all tested configurations, but this is a reflection of the game's age and the high performance of other tested combos, not a direct measure of its playability.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming in The Technomancer?

A: Yes. The data shows an average of 61 FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings and 71 FPS at Medium settings. Even at Ultra settings, the average FPS remains playable at 48 FPS.

Q: What is the best performance this setup can achieve at 1080p?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 142 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. For a more visually demanding experience, the average FPS at 1080p High is 93 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra it is 73 FPS.

Q: Is this configuration capable of 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: At 3840x2160, the data shows it is not ideal for demanding play. While Low settings yield 51 FPS, High settings drop to 34 FPS, Medium to 39 FPS, and Ultra to a demanding 26 FPS. The GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

Q: How does the 8 GB of VRAM on the RTX 2060 SUPER affect The Technomancer?

A: The 8 GB GDDR6 memory is sufficient for the demands of The Technomancer at all tested resolutions and settings. The largest constraint appears to be the GPU's processing power, not its memory capacity.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT falls in the 74th percentile for all CPUs tested by the database. This indicates it outperforms the majority of its peers.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs tested. This indicates it is a mid-range performer, with a solid score but not at the top of the charts.

Q: How much does the CPU cost?

A: The CPU's launch MSRP was $140. This specific value is provided for reference only.

GPU Role

The heart of this gaming setup is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. For The Technomancer, the GPU's role is critical, and the data reveals it as the main performance limiter. The RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture with 2176 shading units, 136 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. Its base clock is 1470 MHz, with a boost clock of 1650 MHz. These raw numbers translate directly into the frame rates seen across the resolution and setting combinations.

The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, with a 256-bit bus and a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, is a key resource. In the context of The Technomancer, this memory allocation is substantial. The game, even at Ultra settings and 4K resolution, does not require more than 8 GB. This is evidenced by the sharp drop in frame rates as resolution increases. The GPU's compute power is the limiting factor, not its memory capacity.

The RTX 2060 SUPER also includes 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores. The Technomancer, released in 2016, does not use the ray tracing capabilities these cores provide, so they are not a factor in these benchmark results. The performance is driven by the standard rasterization capabilities of the card.

The GPU's benchmark scores provide context. It scores 16462 in the passmark G3D benchmark and 2011 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test. These scores show a 1.5% deficit compared to the AMD Radeon RX 460 and a 1.6% deficit compared to the Intel Arc A770M. While these are close, the RTX 2060 SUPER is the performance anchor for this combo. When you look at the measured FPS, you see that upgrading the CPU would not have a significant impact on the game's performance; the GPU governs the outcome.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3696 total combinations tested, this CPU and GPU pairing ranks 2609th for The Technomancer. This specific ranking places it in the 71st percentile of tested combos. It is not a top-tier configuration, but it is far from the bottom. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU is a strong performer, well above average, while the GPU is a solid mid-range part. The combination results in a system that is more than capable for the game at most settings, but not one that will be a chart-topper.

The rank is heavily dictated by the GPU's performance in the game. Because the game is CPU-light, the Ryzen 5 5600GT's performance does not hold the combo back. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not the limiting factor. If you were to pair a more powerful GPU with this CPU, the ranking would likely improve. The current pairing is a good match for the game's needs, and the ranking shows it handles the game well, even if it's not in the top tier.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a clear picture of performance across a matrix of resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the game runs exceptionally well. With Low settings, the average FPS is 142. The average FPS at Medium settings is 109. High settings yield an average of 93 FPS, and Ultra averages 73 FPS. All of these are well within the bounds of smooth, playable performance for a high-refresh-rate monitor.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. Low settings achieve 93 FPS. Medium settings 71 FPS. High settings 61 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 48 FPS. The 48 FPS at Ultra is still playable, but it's a sign that the GPU is starting to work harder.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes. Low settings are the only ones that provide a comfortable experience, with an average FPS of 51. Medium settings drop to 39 FPS, High to 34 FPS, and Ultra to 26 FPS. This resolution is clearly too demanding for this GPU to maintain high frame rates. The trend is consistent: the GPU is the sole bottleneck as resolution climbs.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU's workload. At 1080p, the average FPS at High settings is 93. When you move to 1440p, the average FPS drops to 61. This is a 34% decrease in performance. When you move to 4K, the average FPS plummets to 34, a 63% decrease from 1080p. This is a classic sign of a GPU-bound system. The CPU is not the limiting factor, as it can feed frames fast enough at 1080p, but the GPU simply cannot process the increased number of pixels.

The scaling is consistent across settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 73. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 48 FPS, a 34% decline. At 4K Ultra, it is 26 FPS, a 64% decline from 1080p. The GPU is being heavily taxed at 4K, and the performance loss is directly proportional to the increase in pixel count. The CPU's performance, with 6 cores and 12 threads, is not a limitation here. The data clearly indicates that the GPU is the limiting component for this game at high resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series built on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This is a very capable processor for gaming. The high single-thread performance, as indicated by a single-core benchmark score of 3348 in PassMark and 2438 in Cinebench R23, is crucial for a game like The Technomancer.

The CPU's performance is not a limiting factor for this combination. In the game, at 1080p with Low settings, the CPU is easily able to maintain high frame rates, as evidenced by the 142 FPS average. The limitation is the GPU. The CPU has a 16 MB L3 cache and is part of the 74th percentile of all CPUs. Its benchmark scores, such as a multi-core score of 20325 in PassMark and 7254 in Cinebench R20, show it is a robust processor.

The CPU's strong single-threaded performance is vital for this game. The Technomancer, being an Action RPG, likely has a heavy reliance on a single primary game thread. The CPU's 913 score in 3DMark's single-thread test and 2438 in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate it will not bottleneck the GPU. When compared to its nearest rivals, the Intel Core i5-12490F, the Ryzen 5 5600GT is only 0.3% behind in performance. This shows it is a highly competitive CPU.

The CPU is not the primary factor in the performance at 4K. The GPU is. The CPU's role is to ensure that the GPU is fed with data, and at 4K, the GPU is the one that is struggling. The CPU's performance is a non-issue. This is a balanced pairing that ensures the GPU is the primary factor in determining the game's performance, which is what you want for a gaming system.