The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a unique scaling profile when paired with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti. The measured frame rates indicate that this combination is heavily optimized for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while still maintaining playable performance at 4K. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the clear performance driver, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K demonstrates a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo achieves 141.5 fps. Moving to 1440p drops this to 94 fps, a reduction of approximately 33.6%. The jump to 4K further reduces performance to 51.5 fps, which is a 45.2% drop from the 1440p figure. This steep decline in frame rates as resolution increases is the hallmark of a system where the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the limiting component; the CPU is not the constraint.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For High settings, the frame rate goes from 181 fps at 1080p to 116.4 fps at 1440p (a 35.7% drop), and then to 64.8 fps at 4K (a 44.3% drop from 1440p). This shows that the performance penalty for increasing resolution is relatively uniform regardless of the graphical load, reinforcing that the GPU’s rendering throughput, not the CPU’s processing power, dictates the final frame rate. The data shows a clear and predictable relationship between pixel count and performance, with no signs of CPU-induced stuttering or frame pacing issues that would indicate a processor bottleneck.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 214th out of 1656 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the top 12.9% of all systems tested for this game, indicating a strong overall performance level. The high ranking is a direct result of the GPU’s substantial compute capabilities, which are well-suited to the game’s rendering demands.

The CPU itself, while not the primary performance driver, holds its own in general benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores a 78th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20740. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-10700, has a nearly identical average score of 20746, representing a 0% deltaPct. This suggests that in CPU-bound scenarios, the 5600GT performs on par with the older i7-10700. It also shows a 0.3% advantage over the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and a 0.3% deficit against the Intel Core i5-12490F. These marginal differences confirm that the CPU is a capable mid-range part that will not hinder the RTX 4070 Ti in most gaming situations, as evidenced by the high in-game combo rank.

Settings Recommendations

For users prioritizing maximum visual fidelity, the Ultra preset provides the best experience at 1440p, delivering 94 fps. This frame rate is smooth and responsive, making it the optimal choice for this resolution. At 4K, the Ultra preset drops to 51.5 fps, which is playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced action. For a smoother 4K experience, the High preset is recommended, as it maintains an average of 64.8 fps.

At 1080p, all settings presets are playable, but the data suggests that even the Ultra preset, at 141.5 fps, leaves significant performance headroom. This indicates that users with 1080p displays can max out the game’s settings without concern. The Low preset at 1080p yields 242 fps, which is far beyond the refresh rate of most monitors, making it a less practical choice than the higher-quality presets. The Medium preset at 1080p (212.6 fps) offers a balanced middle ground, but the jump to High (181 fps) provides a substantial visual upgrade for a relatively small performance cost.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset combination.

1920x1080:

• Low: 242.0 fps
• Medium: 212.6 fps
• High: 181.0 fps
• Ultra: 141.5 fps

2560x1440:

• Low: 176.8 fps
• Medium: 139.4 fps
• High: 116.4 fps
• Ultra: 94.0 fps

3840x2160:

• Low: 99.7 fps
• Medium: 75.9 fps
• High: 64.8 fps
• Ultra: 51.5 fps

The performance hierarchy is strictly ordered by settings preset at every resolution, with Low being the fastest and Ultra being the slowest. The gap between Low and Ultra is significant, with the 1080p preset showing a 100.5 fps difference. This wide range gives users considerable flexibility to tune the visual quality to their performance targets.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo in The Technomancer?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 242 fps at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with maximum settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with the Ultra settings preset, the combo delivers an average frame rate of 51.5 fps.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor for this configuration in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as frame rates scale predictably with resolution changes while the CPU maintains a high percentile rank (78th) among all tested processors.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 achieves an average of 94 fps, which is below 144Hz but still offers a smooth experience. The High preset at 116.4 fps gets closer to the refresh rate target.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600GT compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-10700?

A: In average benchmark scores, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 20740, while the Intel Core i7-10700 scores 20746, resulting in a 0% deltaPct, making them statistically equivalent in performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: The Low preset at 1080p averages 242 fps, while the Ultra preset averages 141.5 fps, representing a 100.5 fps difference between the two settings.