The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting case study when paired with the modern AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. The benchmark data reveals a configuration that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU proves sufficient to feed the graphics card at 1080p. The measured frames per second across the three primary resolutions show a classic scaling pattern, but the magnitude of the performance headroom available at lower settings is substantial, even for a game of this era.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS progression from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 clearly illustrates where the bottleneck lies within this system. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 202 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the average drops to 132 FPS, a reduction of exactly 70 FPS. The jump to 4K High yields an average of 73 FPS, which is a further 59 FPS decline from the 1440p result. This scaling pattern indicates that as resolution increases, the rendering load on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 grows significantly, directly impacting output.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is likely not fully GPU-bound, as the high frame rates may be encountering some limitation from the CPU or other system components. The difference between 1080p High (202 FPS) and 1440p High (132 FPS) is a 34.6% drop, which is substantial. However, the difference between 1440p High (132 FPS) and 4K High (73 FPS) is a 44.6% drop, showing that the GPU's workload increases at a slightly higher rate when transitioning to the highest resolution. This is typical for a title where pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth become more critical at 4K.

The trend holds across all settings presets. For instance, at Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 219 at 1080p to 155 at 1440p, and then down to 85 at 4K. The 4K Medium result of 85 FPS is only 58.6% of the 1440p Medium score, and the 1440p Medium score is 70.7% of the 1080p Medium score. This shows a consistent, predictable degradation as resolution scales, which is a hallmark of a GPU-limited scenario at the higher end. The game is clearly demanding on the graphics processor when pushed to 4K, with the RTX 5080 having to work considerably harder to maintain playable frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant component in this configuration for The Technomancer. With 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, the card provides a theoretical bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. This is a massive amount of memory throughput that is more than sufficient for a game from 2016, likely preventing any texture or asset streaming bottlenecks at 4K resolution. The data shows that the GPU's memory subsystem is not a limiting factor, as the frame rates at 4K are still respectable, even if lower than at other resolutions.

The GPU's clock speeds are also a factor. The base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2617 MHz allow the card to process the game's rendering tasks efficiently. The benchmark results, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8637 and a Passmark G3D score of 36565, confirm the card's raw compute capabilities. In this title, the RTX 5080's performance is the primary driver of the FPS, particularly as resolution increases.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 87 vs all GPUs places it in the upper echelon of graphics cards. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 8060S with an average score of 55757 and a deltaPct of 0.6, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB with an average score of 55698 and a deltaPct of 0.7. This places the RTX 5080's average benchmark score of 56083 slightly ahead of these competitors. In The Technomancer, this performance translates to the ability to run the game at Ultra settings with playable frame rates even at 4K, where it achieves an average of 57 FPS.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT a bottleneck for the RTX 5080 in this game?

A: At 1080p, the data suggests potential CPU limitation, with the FPS at High settings reaching 202. However, at 1440p and 4K, the frame rates are 132 and 73 respectively, indicating the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases.

Q: What is the best resolution to play at for a high refresh rate experience?

A: For a higher refresh rate monitor, 1440p is the sweet spot. At High settings, it delivers an average of 132 FPS, which is a significant step up from the 73 FPS at 4K, while still offering a much sharper image than 1080p.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 1440p, High settings produce an average of 132 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 103 FPS. This is a 29 FPS reduction for the increased visual fidelity.

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

A: Yes, it can. At 4K with Medium settings, the average FPS is 85, and at High settings, it is 73. Even at the demanding Ultra preset, it maintains a playable average of 57 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest rival based on benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083. This is 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, making it the faster card of the group.

Q: Is the 16 GB VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: The data shows no indication of VRAM limitations. At 4K, the highest resolution tested, the card still manages to deliver strong performance, suggesting the 16 GB of GDDR7 memory is ample for the game's requirements.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 280 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the top 7.6% of all configurations, indicating a very high-performing setup for this title. The high ranking is primarily attributable to the powerful RTX 5080, which is in the 87th percentile of all GPUs.

The ranking suggests that while the CPU is not the top performer in its class—the Ryzen 5 5600GT has an average benchmark score of 20733, placing it just 0.3% below the Intel Core i5-12490F—the overall system is capable of delivering excellent frame rates. The data shows that the combo's performance is strong enough to handle the game's most demanding settings at 4K, which is a significant achievement. The fact that it is outranked by only 279 other combinations out of 3696 suggests that there are only a handful of more powerful CPU-GPU pairings that can push this specific game harder.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend entirely on the target resolution and refresh rate. For a 60 Hz display, the 4K Ultra preset is the clear choice, as it delivers an average of 57 FPS, just below the 60 FPS target but still within a playable range. For a smoother experience on a 60 Hz panel, dropping to 4K High provides a comfortable margin with an average of 73 FPS.

For users with high refresh rate 1440p monitors (144Hz or 165Hz), the High preset is the best option, achieving an average of 132 FPS. This is a good balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 1440p provides 103 FPS, which is also excellent, but the 29 FPS gain from dropping to High might be preferable for competitive play or very fast-paced action. At 1080p, even the Ultra preset delivers an average of 158 FPS, so any setting is viable. To maximize frame rates for a 240Hz display, the Medium preset yields 219 FPS, while Low goes up to 241 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a detailed breakdown of the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset. The data shows a clear hierarchy, with performance decreasing as resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

• 3840x2160 (4K):
• Low: 111 FPS average.
• Medium: 85 FPS average, with a minimum of 72 and a maximum of 98.
• High: 73 FPS average.
• Ultra: 57 FPS average.

• 2560x1440 (1440p):
• Low: 202 FPS average.
• Medium: 155 FPS average, with a minimum of 132 and a maximum of 178.
• High: 132 FPS average.
• Ultra: 103 FPS average.

• 1920x1080 (1080p):
• Low: 241 FPS average.
• Medium: 219 FPS average, with a minimum of 186 and a maximum of 252.
• High: 202 FPS average.
• Ultra: 158 FPS average.

The minimum and maximum FPS data points, where available, show a degree of variance in the Medium presets. For example, at 1080p Medium, the frame rate fluctuates between 186 and 252 FPS, indicating a 66 FPS spread. This variance is less pronounced at higher resolutions, with the 1440p Medium spread being 46 FPS and the 4K Medium spread being 26 FPS. This suggests that the game's frame pacing is more consistent when the GPU is more heavily loaded.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT plays a supporting role in this configuration for The Technomancer. With 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, it provides a solid foundation for the game's logic and physics. The CPU has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which are sufficient to keep up with the RTX 5080 at lower resolutions. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17272 and single-core score of 2438 indicate a capable processor for gaming.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is more involved. The difference in FPS between 1080p High (202 FPS) and 1440p High (132 FPS) is substantial, but the 1080p Low result of 241 FPS is likely approaching the CPU's maximum frame generation capability for this title. The fact that the FPS at 1080p Low is only 19 FPS higher than 1080p High (241 vs 202) suggests that the CPU is starting to become a limiting factor, as the GPU has extra headroom that cannot be utilized. This is a common scenario in older games where the CPU's single-threaded performance can become a constraint at very high frame rates.

The Ryzen 5 5600GT's performance is close to its nearest rivals, with its average benchmark score of 20733 being only 0.3% lower than the Intel Core i5-12490F and 0.5% lower than the AMD EPYC 7J13. This places it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. In The Technomancer, this means it is not a weak link, but it is also not a performer that will push frame rates beyond what the GPU can deliver at 1440p and 4K. The system's overall ranking of 280 out of 3696 combos reflects the balanced, high-end nature of this pairing, even if the CPU is not the primary driver of its success.