The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload for modern hardware, and the pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 yields a specific performance profile that is heavily influenced by resolution and graphics settings. The measured data reveals a system that is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to struggle at 4K, where the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, component roles, and overall standing of this combination.

Resolution Scaling

The performance trajectory across the three tested resolutions—1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160—shows a clear and expected decline in average FPS as pixel count increases. However, the rate of that decline reveals the balance between the CPU and GPU. At the Low settings preset, the average frame rate drops from 143 FPS at 1080p to 93 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 50 FPS. Moving from 1440p to 4K (3840x2160) at Low settings, the average further drops to 51 FPS, a reduction of 42 FPS. This steep drop-off from 1440p to 4K suggests that the rendering load is scaling dramatically, pushing the GPU to its limits.

The pattern holds for the High settings preset, where average FPS falls from 94 at 1080p to 61 at 1440p, and then to 34 at 4K. The 27 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p is followed by another 27 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K. This consistent halving of performance at each step-up in resolution indicates a system that is bound by the GPU's fill-rate and shading capabilities. The CPU, with its six cores and twelve threads, is not the bottleneck at these higher resolutions; instead, the RX 7600's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are working at full capacity.

The most telling data point is the difference between the Low and High presets at 4K. The Low preset achieves an average of 51 FPS, while the High preset manages only 34 FPS. This 17 FPS difference shows the significant cost of higher-fidelity effects and textures. Conversely, at 1080p, the difference between Low (143 FPS) and High (94 FPS) is a much larger 49 FPS, suggesting that at lower resolutions, the CPU is able to feed the GPU enough data to expose the performance cost of the preset. As resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the relative impact of the CPU diminishes, but the absolute FPS numbers fall to a point where 4K gaming on Ultra settings is not viable.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 ranks 1959th out of 2825 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the performance spectrum, indicating that while it is not a top-tier pairing for this specific title, it is far from the bottom. The data shows that this combo is outpaced by a majority of the tested setups, but the rank is not purely a measure of absolute power; it reflects the balance of CPU and GPU capabilities for this game's engine.

The CPU itself performs well in synthetic benchmarks, holding an 83rd percentile ranking against all CPUs. This suggests the Ryzen 5 7400F is a strong processor. However, the GPU's 57th percentile ranking against all GPUs is more modest. The combo's 1959th rank out of 2825 likely reflects the GPU's position as the weaker link in this pairing for this specific game. The nearest rivals for the CPU, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, have average scores within 0.2% of the 7400F, indicating that the processor is performing as expected for its class. The GPU's rivals, including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM and the AMD Radeon 680M, are also within a similar margin of 0.7%, confirming that the RX 7600 is performing consistently with its expected tier.

The rank data suggests that for The Technomancer, the combination is well-matched in the sense that neither component is severely underpowered relative to the other, but the overall package is not optimized for maximum frame rates. The 4K Ultra result of 26 FPS is the data point that drags the combo's ranking down, as it is a playable but not smooth experience. At 1080p and 1440p, the combo delivers performance that is competitive with other mid-range pairings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play The Technomancer with this CPU and GPU combo?

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 (1080p) provides the most comfortable frame rates, with averages ranging from 73 FPS at Ultra to 143 FPS at Low. 2560x1440 (1440p) is also viable for High settings (61 FPS average), but 4K (3840x2160) is only suitable for Low settings (51 FPS average).

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, scores 32707, a delta of 0.1%. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32812, which is a -0.2% delta. This indicates the CPU is performing on par with its direct competitors.

Q: How does the GPU's synthetic benchmark performance relate to its in-game performance?

A: The GPU's passmark_g3d score is 16634, and its average benchmark score is 15171. Its percentile rank against all GPUs is 57. The in-game data shows that this synthetic performance translates to strong 1080p and 1440p results, but it is insufficient for high-fidelity 4K gaming.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck for the Radeon RX 7600 in this game?

A: The data suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at higher resolutions. The FPS drops are consistent with GPU-bound rendering. However, at 1080p with Low settings, the 143 FPS average indicates the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well, and the limiting factor is likely the game's engine or the GPU's maximum output.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between the Medium and High presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset achieves an average of 72 FPS, while the High preset achieves an average of 61 FPS. This is an 11 FPS difference, showing a moderate performance cost for the visual improvements of the High preset.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in the database for this game?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 ranks 1959th out of 2825 tested combos for The Technomancer.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear picture of which settings presets offer the best experience. At 1920x1080, the High preset is the sweet spot, delivering an average of 94 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and represents a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset, which averages 110 FPS but with lower fidelity. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 73 FPS average, which is still playable but offers diminishing returns for the frame rate cost. The Low preset, at 143 FPS, is not recommended unless the user has a high refresh rate monitor and prioritizes maximum frame rate above all else.

At 2560x1440, the High preset remains the best choice, with an average of 61 FPS. This is right at the edge of smooth gameplay. The Medium preset offers a more comfortable margin with 72 FPS average, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often noticeable. Given the 61 FPS average, the High preset is the recommended choice for a balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls to 48 FPS average, which is a less smooth experience and should be avoided for fast-paced action.

At 3840x2160, no preset provides a truly ideal experience. The Low preset averages 51 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. The Medium preset drops to 39 FPS, and High to 34 FPS. The Ultra preset is not a viable option, with an average of 26 FPS. For 4K, the Low preset is the only one that approaches an acceptable frame rate. The data indicates that this combo is not intended for 4K gaming, and users should either lower the resolution to 1440p or accept the visual compromises of the Low preset at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data is derived directly from the measured FPS table.

• 3840x2160 (4K):
• Ultra: Average FPS of 26.
• High: Average FPS of 34.
• Medium: Average FPS of 39, with a min of 33 and max of 45.
• Low: Average FPS of 51.
• 2560x1440 (1440p):
• Ultra: Average FPS of 48.
• High: Average FPS of 61.
• Medium: Average FPS of 72, with a min of 61 and max of 82.
• Low: Average FPS of 93.
• 1920x1080 (1080p):
• Ultra: Average FPS of 73.
• High: Average FPS of 94.
• Medium: Average FPS of 110, with a min of 93 and max of 126.
• Low: Average FPS of 143.

The Medium preset is the only one with min/max data, showing a consistent frame time range at each resolution. The data points for other presets are single average values. The progression from Low to Ultra at each resolution shows a clear and consistent performance penalty for higher settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael) and built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3072 in single-core, with a passmark single-thread score of 3689. Its average benchmark score is 32750, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to manage game logic, physics, and draw calls. The 6-core/12-thread configuration is more than sufficient for this 2016 title. The high single-core performance, evidenced by the 3072 Cinebench R23 score, ensures that the game's main thread is well-fed. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not the limiting factor, as FPS scales inversely with resolution and settings, which is the expected behavior for a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's performance is on par with its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T, which has an average score of 32707 (a 0.1% delta). This means the processor is delivering its expected performance without any anomalies.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture (Navi 33 chip) and fabricated on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It features 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 1720 MHz and a boost clock of 2655 MHz. It is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its synthetic performance is marked by a passmark_g3d score of 16634 and an average benchmark score of 15171, placing it in the 57th percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU is the dominant factor in this combo's gaming performance. The 8 GB VRAM is a critical resource at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that 4K Ultra is not feasible (26 FPS), and even 4K High is below 30 FPS (34 FPS). This is a clear indication that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power are insufficient for the demands of 4K. At 1440p, the GPU provides a solid experience, with 61 FPS on High and 93 FPS on Low. The GPU's performance is consistent with its rivals; for instance, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has an average score of 15199, a -0.2% delta from the RX 7600's 15171. This shows the RX 7600 is performing at its expected level for its class. The 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB VRAM are bottlenecks at 4K, but they are adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming.