The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 combination. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck, with the CPU providing ample headroom. This analysis breaks down the performance data, illustrating how this pairing handles the game's graphical demands and where its strengths and limitations lie.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings, indicating a classic GPU-bound scenario. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 77 FPS at 1920x1080 to 50 FPS at 2560x1440, a 35% reduction, and then plummets to 27 FPS at 3840x2160, a further 46% drop. This scaling pattern is a clear sign that the GTX 1070's rendering capabilities are being saturated as pixel count increases, with the CPU not being the limiting factor.

The trend is similar at other quality presets. At Low settings, the average FPS goes from 117 at 1080p to 76 at 1440p and then to 42 at 4K. Even at the lowest fidelity, the 4K resolution proves too demanding for smooth gameplay, with the frame rate dropping by 64% from the 1080p baseline. This shows that the 4K resolution is simply out of reach for this GPU in this title, regardless of the graphical load.

At Medium settings, the data provides a more detailed look with minimum and maximum frame rates. The average FPS drops from 90 at 1080p to 59 at 1440p and then to 32 at 4K. The minimum FPS at 1440p is 50, which is close to the average, suggesting decent frame pacing, but at 4K the minimum FPS of 27 indicates occasional stutters that would be noticeable. The scaling between 1440p and 4K is a 46% drop, consistent with the High settings result, reinforcing the GPU-bound nature of the workload.

The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, shows the most dramatic scaling. The average FPS drops from 60 at 1080p to 39 at 1440p, a 35% decrease, and then to 21 at 4K, a further 46% decrease. This consistent ~35% and ~46% scaling pattern across all settings highlights that the performance ceiling is dictated by the pixel throughput of the GTX 1070, not the complexity of the scene or the CPU's ability to feed it. The data suggests that 1080p is the only resolution where this combo can consistently deliver a high-refresh-rate experience, while 1440p is playable at lower settings, and 4K is not a viable option.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware configurations for The Technomancer, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 lands at rank 2336 out of 2825 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 17% of all combinations, a low standing that underscores the GTX 1070's age and its status as an entry-level performer in the current hardware landscape. The rank is a holistic measure of the combo's ability to run this specific game, and the data shows it struggles to compete with more modern configurations.

The low rank is primarily attributable to the GPU, which has a percentile rank of 47 among all GPUs, meaning it performs better than 47% of the database's tested graphics cards. While this is not a top-tier result, it is a mid-pack score. However, when paired with the CPU and evaluated in this specific game, the combination's overall standing is dragged down. The GTX 1070's performance is a significant limiting factor, preventing the combo from achieving a higher rank.

This ranking suggests that while the CPU is a capable modern part, the GPU holds the system back. The combo's rank of 2336 is a direct consequence of the GPU's inability to maintain high frame rates at higher resolutions and settings. For a game like The Technomancer, which can be demanding, this pairing is not a high-performance solution. The data indicates that users with this configuration should expect a mid-to-low-end experience relative to other tested builds, particularly when pushing for higher visual fidelity.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the defining component in this system's gaming performance. Based on the Pascal architecture and built on a 16 nm process, it features 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s. Its core clocks are listed with a base of 1506 MHz and a boost of 1683 MHz. The data shows that these specifications are insufficient for high-fidelity gaming at higher resolutions in The Technomancer.

The GPU's VRAM capacity of 8 GB is a critical factor. At 4K resolution, the game likely approaches or exceeds this limit, causing performance to tank. The average FPS at 4K Ultra is just 21, and at 4K High it is 27. These figures suggest that the GPU is not only struggling with the computational load but may also be hitting a memory bandwidth or capacity wall. At 1080p and 1440p, the 8 GB is likely sufficient, allowing the GPU to perform closer to its potential, as seen in the 117 FPS average at 1080p Low.

The GTX 1070's overall benchmark scores reflect its mid-range status. Its Passmark G3D score is 13498, and its average benchmark score is 9780, placing it in the 47th percentile of all GPUs. It is most comparable to professional workstation cards like the AMD FirePro W5000 and the NVIDIA Quadro M2000M, with which it trades places within a 0.5% performance delta. This comparison illustrates that the GTX 1070, while once a capable gaming card, now operates on a similar performance level to older professional parts, which explains its struggles with a modern title at high settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive look at the combo's capabilities. At 1920x1080, the GTX 1070 shows its best performance. With Low settings, the average FPS is 117, offering a very smooth experience. Medium settings yield an average of 90 FPS, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103. High settings average 77 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a playable average of 60 FPS. This makes 1080p the only resolution where all settings are viable for a good gaming experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance becomes more strained. The average FPS at Low settings is 76, which is still smooth. Medium settings produce an average of 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50, which is on the edge of what is considered smooth. High settings drop to an average of 50 FPS, and Ultra falls to 39 FPS. At this resolution, players would likely need to use Medium or Low settings to maintain a consistent frame rate above 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GTX 1070 is clearly over-matched. The average FPS at Low settings is 42, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings drop to an average of 32 FPS, with a minimum of 27. High settings average 27 FPS, and Ultra settings are almost unplayable at 21 FPS. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is not a realistic option for this configuration, as even the lowest settings fail to deliver a consistently smooth 60 FPS experience. The frame rates at this resolution are consistently below the threshold for comfortable gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a modern, capable processor that provides a strong foundation for gaming. It is a 6-core, 12-thread part based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its performance is robust, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072. This processing power ensures that it is not a bottleneck in The Technomancer, allowing the GPU to be the primary limiter.

The CPU's high single-thread performance is particularly relevant for gaming. Its Cinebench R15 single-core score of 309 and Passmark single-thread score of 3689 indicate it can handle the game's core logic and draw calls efficiently. In the measured data, the CPU's role is clear: it provides enough headroom so that frame rates scale predictably with resolution, a hallmark of a GPU-bound system. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see less of a performance drop when increasing resolution.

Furthermore, the CPU's average benchmark score of 32750 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. It is a direct rival to the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, within a 0.2% performance delta. This places the 7400F as a high-performing CPU that is significantly more capable than the GTX 1070. In this pairing, the CPU's potential is largely untapped, as the GPU's performance ceiling is reached before the CPU is fully stressed, particularly at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo can achieve in The Technomancer?

A: The highest average frame rate is 117 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is this CPU and GPU combo capable of 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average frame rate is 42 FPS at Low settings, and it drops to 21 FPS at Ultra settings. This is not a smooth experience.

Q: Which component is the primary bottleneck for this combination?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the primary bottleneck. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent and large, indicating a GPU-bound workload, while the CPU has significant headroom.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F compare to its closest rivals in overall CPU performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. It is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600T and 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, putting it in a near-identical performance class.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the average frame rate is 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 67 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank among tested systems for this game?

A: The combo ranks 2336 out of 2825 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 17% of all tested systems for The Technomancer.