The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER produces a combination that lands in the lower-middle tier of tested systems for The Technomancer. According to the measured data, this combo ranks 2001 out of 2825 tested configurations, placing it in the 71st percentile of all combos — a position that suggests it will handle the game, but not with the headroom found in higher-ranked pairings. The ranking reflects a system that is capable of playable frame rates at mainstream resolutions, yet it sits far from the top performers, indicating that users should calibrate expectations around visual fidelity rather than raw performance ceilings.

The Technomancer, an Action RPG released in 2016, does not appear to be exceptionally demanding by modern standards, but the data shows this combo still struggles at higher settings and resolutions. The average FPS figures across all measured rows range from 26 at 4K Ultra to 142 at 1080p Low, which demonstrates a wide performance envelope. This spread is characteristic of a system where the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck as resolution climbs, while the CPU provides sufficient headroom at lower resolutions to push frame rates high.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP that keeps thermal demands modest. The CPU features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, all of which contribute to its strong synthetic benchmark showing. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21765 points in multi-core and 3072 points in single-core, while its Passmark multithread score is 25645 and single-thread score is 3689.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the 7400F sits in a tight cluster. It is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600T, 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, while trailing the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H by 0.2%. These sub-1% deltas indicate that the 7400F's processing power is effectively on par with those chips, meaning any performance differences in The Technomancer are more likely attributable to other system components or game optimization rather than CPU compute capability.

In the context of this game, the CPU's role appears secondary. The measured FPS at 1080p Low reaches 142, which is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors, suggesting that the processor can feed the GPU without significant constraint at lower graphical loads. However, the single-core score of 3072 in Cinebench R23 and 3689 in Passmark single-thread indicate strong per-core performance, which is beneficial for a game that may rely on a few threads for simulation and AI logic. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs further confirms that it is not a weak link in this pairing; the data points to the GPU as the limiting factor as settings and resolution increase.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is a Turing-architecture GPU built on TSMC's 12 nm process, featuring 2176 shading units, 136 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. It operates at a base clock of 1470 MHz with a boost clock of 1650 MHz, paired with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card also includes 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores, though these are unlikely to be heavily utilized in a 2016 title. Its FP32 performance is rated at 7.181 TFLOPS, and its pixel rate is 105.6 GPixel/s with a texture rate of 224.4 GTexel/s.

The GPU's synthetic benchmarks place it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs, with a Passmark G3D score of 16462 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2011. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 2060 SUPER is 0.4% behind the RTX 3060 Mobile, 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, 1.5% behind the AMD Radeon RX 460, and 1.6% behind the Intel Arc A770M. These deltas are all within a narrow band, meaning the GPU's raw compute is broadly comparable to those alternatives, though the RX 460's higher average score is notable given its typically lower tier.

In The Technomancer, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution scales. At 1080p, the card delivers 142 FPS on Low, but this drops to 93 FPS on High — a 34% reduction that is directly attributable to increased pixel and shading work. At 4K, the same Low-to-High transition sees FPS fall from 51 to 34, a 33% drop, which reinforces the GPU's bottleneck. The card's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game's demands, as the memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s provides ample throughput for the textures and effects at the tested settings. The data shows that the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, where average FPS at 4K Ultra falls to 26, a level that is barely playable and suggests the card is near its limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1080p, the combo achieves 142 FPS on Low, 109 FPS on Medium, 93 FPS on High, and 73 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum FPS of 93 and a maximum of 126, indicating reasonably stable frame pacing with a 33 FPS spread. The Low preset does not report min/max values, but the average of 142 suggests the CPU is capable of pushing high frame rates when the GPU load is light.

Moving to 1440p, the same settings yield 93 FPS on Low, 71 FPS on Medium, 61 FPS on High, and 48 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset reports a minimum of 61 and a maximum of 82, which is a 21 FPS spread that indicates slightly less stability than at 1080p. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant: Low falls by 49 FPS, Medium by 38 FPS, High by 32 FPS, and Ultra by 25 FPS. These reductions are proportionally larger at lower settings, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where resolution scaling impacts the fill rate.

At 4K, the performance becomes marginal. The Low preset averages 51 FPS, Medium averages 39 FPS with a min of 33 and max of 45, High averages 34 FPS, and Ultra averages 26 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 33 FPS is below the common 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and the Ultra average of 26 FPS is near the boundary of playability for many users. The data shows that 4K is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the 51 FPS average leaves little headroom for demanding scenes.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern of GPU limitation. Across all settings, the average FPS at 4K is roughly one-third to one-half of the 1080p figure. For example, Low settings drop from 142 FPS at 1080p to 51 FPS at 4K, a 64% reduction. Medium drops from 109 to 39, a 64% reduction. High drops from 93 to 34, a 63% reduction. Ultra drops from 73 to 26, a 64% reduction. This consistent scaling across all presets indicates that the performance loss is almost entirely due to the increased pixel count, not changes in shading complexity relative to the settings.

The scaling behavior also points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck. If the CPU were limiting, the frame rate would tend to plateau at higher resolutions, but the data shows a linear decline that correlates directly with pixel throughput. The RTX 2060 SUPER's pixel rate of 105.6 GPixel/s provides a theoretical upper bound, and the measured results align with this constraint. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is sufficient to maintain high frame rates at 1080p, where the GPU has more headroom. As resolution increases, the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth become the determining factors, which explains why the FPS drop is so uniform.

The 1440p to 4K transition is particularly telling. At 1440p High, the combo averages 61 FPS, which is smooth, but at 4K High, it drops to 34 FPS — a 44% reduction. This confirms that 1440p is the sweet spot for this pairing, offering playable performance at most settings, while 4K requires significant settings reductions to remain usable. The data suggests that users targeting 4K should stick to Low settings for a consistent experience, as Medium and above dip below comfortable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. At 1080p, all presets are playable, with even Ultra averaging 73 FPS. The jump from High to Ultra costs 20 FPS but likely provides diminishing visual returns in a game from 2016. For a balance of visual quality and frame rate, High at 1080p is the best choice, delivering 93 FPS with no reported min/max issues, which suggests stable performance. Those with high-refresh displays may prefer Low or Medium to reach 142 or 109 FPS, respectively.

At 1440p, the choice becomes more nuanced. High averages 61 FPS, which is acceptable for most players, but the Medium preset offers 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS, providing a safety margin against frame drops. Ultra drops to 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may cause noticeable stutter in action sequences. The data indicates that Medium at 1440p is the best compromise, offering a solid 71 FPS average with a minimum that stays above 60 FPS. Low is also viable at 93 FPS, but the visual quality loss is substantial.

At 4K, the options are limited. Low averages 51 FPS, which is playable but not ideal, while Medium averages 39 FPS with a minimum of 33 FPS, which will likely result in noticeable judder during combat. High and Ultra are not recommended, as their averages of 34 and 26 FPS fall below playable thresholds for most users. The data suggests that 4K should be avoided unless the user prioritizes resolution over smoothness; in that case, Low is the only reasonable choice. For the best overall experience, 1440p Medium provides the highest frame rate with a comfortable minimum, making it the recommended configuration for this combo.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems in The Technomancer?

A: The combo ranks 2001 out of 2825 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems. This position reflects a system that is capable of smooth play at 1080p and 1440p, but it is not among the high performers.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60+ FPS?

A: At 1440p, the High preset averages 61 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS. This makes 1440p Medium the highest resolution and setting combination that consistently stays above 60 FPS, while 1080p can exceed 60 FPS on all presets.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this pairing?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent across all settings, with a 64% reduction in average FPS, which aligns with the GPU's pixel throughput limitations. The CPU's strong synthetic scores, such as its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, suggest it is not constraining performance.

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

A: At 4K, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 51 FPS. Medium averages 39 FPS with a minimum of 33 FPS, and High and Ultra fall to 34 and 26 FPS, respectively. The data shows that 4K is only viable at the lowest settings, and even then, the frame rate is not consistently smooth.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093, which is 0.4% behind the RTX 3060 Mobile, 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, 1.5% behind the AMD Radeon RX 460, and 1.6% behind the Intel Arc A770M. These deltas show that the card's raw performance is closely matched to those alternatives.

Q: What is the expected frame rate at 1080p Ultra, and is it smooth?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the combo averages 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The data does not list min/max values for this preset, but the average suggests it is a playable configuration, though the Medium preset offers a higher 109 FPS average with a minimum of 93 FPS for those seeking more headroom.