The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting test for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 pairing. The benchmark data reveals a system that is clearly capable of high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions but begins to show its limitations as pixel counts climb. The measured frames per second across various settings and resolutions tell a story of a balanced mid-range combo that is primarily held back by the graphics card at higher loads.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, indicating that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 becomes the limiting component as resolution increases. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 111 FPS at 1920x1080 to 72 FPS at 2560x1440, a 35% reduction. Pushing further to 3840x2160 sees the average plummet to 40 FPS, which is a 64% drop from the 1080p baseline. This pattern strongly suggests that while the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames at lower resolutions, the GPU's rendering workload at 4K becomes the primary bottleneck.

The scaling behavior is similar across other presets. At Low settings, the system achieves 169 FPS at 1080p but drops to 110 FPS at 1440p and 61 FPS at 4K. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution is also telling. At 1080p, the difference between Low (169 FPS) and Ultra (86 FPS) is 83 FPS, showcasing the GPU's ability to handle the higher graphical load when not constrained by resolution. However, at 4K, the same comparison shows a much smaller absolute difference of 30 FPS (61 FPS Low vs. 31 FPS Ultra), which reinforces that the GPU is saturated by the sheer number of pixels at 4K, leaving little headroom for additional graphical effects.

The data implies that for this game, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is not the primary constraint. The 6-core, 12-thread processor is likely providing ample data for the GPU to process. The bottleneck clearly shifts to the RTX 4060 at 4K, where even lowering settings from High to Low only yields a 21 FPS improvement. This is a classic sign of a resolution-bound scenario where the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute throughput are the deciding factors. The 4K Medium preset, with an average of 47 FPS, is the only 4K configuration that approaches playability, highlighting the significant demands of 4K on this particular GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience balances visual fidelity with smooth gameplay. The data shows that the RTX 4060 is very capable at 1920x1080, where even the Ultra preset delivers an average of 86 FPS. However, for a more demanding visual experience, the High preset at 1080p offers a substantial performance buffer at 111 FPS, ensuring a more stable frame time. For players who prioritize maximum frame rates for competitive play or smoother motion, the Low preset at 169 FPS is the clear choice, but it sacrifices most visual enhancements.

At 2560x1440, the High preset stands out as the best compromise. The 72 FPS average is smooth, and it provides a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset's 85 FPS (which itself is still excellent). The Ultra preset at 56 FPS is playable but may not provide the consistent 60 FPS experience that many find ideal, making High the recommended setting for a 1440p monitor. Pushing to 4K, the situation becomes more challenging. The only preset that offers a playable frame rate is Low, with an average of 61 FPS. The Medium preset dips to 47 FPS, which is borderline, and both High and Ultra fall below the 40 FPS mark, making them less desirable for a smooth experience.

The data clearly indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At these resolutions, users can select High or Ultra presets with confidence. At 4K, the system is not powerful enough to maintain high frame rates with high graphical settings, and users would be forced to compromise heavily on visual quality to achieve playable performance. The sweet spot for this pairing is the High preset at either 1080p or 1440p, where the frame rates are consistently high enough to provide a responsive and immersive experience without being limited by the GPU.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle The Technomancer at 4K resolution with high settings?

A: No. The data shows that at 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 40, which is below the generally accepted threshold for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset is even lower at 31 FPS. Only the Low preset at 4K achieves a playable average of 61 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU pairing in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate that 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 are the ideal resolutions. At 1080p, even the Ultra preset reaches 86 FPS, and at 1440p, the High preset maintains a solid 72 FPS. This shows the combo has ample performance for these resolutions.

Q: How does the RTX 4060's performance compare to its closest rivals in general benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, has a score of 17666, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 780M is 0.3% slower, with a score of 17588. This indicates they are all in a very tight performance band.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck at 1080p resolution?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck, even at 1080p. The FPS scales significantly with graphical settings (e.g., 169 FPS on Low vs. 86 FPS on Ultra), which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's performance is sufficient to feed the GPU at this resolution.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset achieves an average of 85 FPS, while the High preset achieves an average of 72 FPS. This represents a 15% performance decrease for the High preset, which likely offers improved visual details in exchange for that lower frame rate.

Q: Does the combo's ranking in this game indicate it is a high-performing system?

A: The combo ranks 1497 out of 2825 tested combinations for The Technomancer. This places it in the 47th percentile, meaning it performs better than nearly half of all tested combos but is not at the top tier. This is consistent with its mid-range component positioning.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1497 out of 2825 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the performance spectrum, indicating that while it is not a top-tier system, it offers a competitive experience for this title. The ranking suggests that there are many other hardware pairings that can achieve higher frame rates, likely including those with more powerful GPUs.

The data implies that the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor in this ranking. Its general benchmark percentile is 61, meaning it outperforms 61% of all GPUs, but its nearest rivals are all AMD Radeon cards (HD 7790, 780M, Pro 560, Pro 460). This places it in a specific performance bracket. The CPU, on the other hand, has a much higher percentile of 83, with its nearest rivals being Intel Core i5-14600T and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H. This suggests the CPU is a stronger component relative to the GPU.

This ranking has practical implications. For a game like The Technomancer, users will likely need to adjust settings to find a playable balance, particularly at higher resolutions. The combo is not a powerhouse, but it is far from inadequate. It represents a balanced mid-range system where the CPU has headroom for future GPU upgrades, but as configured, the GPU sets the performance ceiling. The rank of 1497 out of 2825 serves as a clear indicator that users should not expect maximum settings at 4K, but rather a solid 1080p or 1440p experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. In general computing benchmarks, it performs very well, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072. This places it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating strong performance relative to its peers.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU. The FPS scaling with resolution and settings points to a GPU bottleneck, as the CPU is likely capable of delivering far more frames than the RTX 4060 can render. The high single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 score, is beneficial for game logic and physics, ensuring that the processor does not become a limiting factor at lower resolutions. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache and DDR5 memory support also contribute to a responsive system.

The CPU's performance metrics show it is a significant asset. Its nearest rivals in general benchmarks are the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, with which it trades blows within a 0.3% margin. This indicates that it is a modern, capable processor. However, its performance headroom is not fully utilized in this game due to the GPU's constraints. The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 7400F is a future-proof component that can support a more powerful graphics card, but in this specific pairing, its potential is not fully realized.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of this combo's performance. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are as follows: Low preset achieves 169 FPS, Medium achieves 130 FPS, High achieves 111 FPS, and Ultra achieves 86 FPS. This shows a clear and expected progression, with the system comfortably handling even the most demanding preset at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop significantly. The Low preset averages 110 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 85 FPS (with a minimum of 72 and a maximum of 97). The High preset averages 72 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 56 FPS. This demonstrates that the system is still very capable at 1440p, with the High preset providing a good balance of visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates become more constrained. The Low preset averages 61 FPS, but the Medium preset drops to 47 FPS. The High preset averages 40 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 31 FPS. This data clearly shows that 4K gaming is not this combo's strong suit. The gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows considerably at this resolution, from 83 FPS at 1080p to just 30 FPS at 4K, further confirming that the GPU is fully saturated. The Medium preset at 4K is the only one with a recorded minimum FPS (40), while others lack that data point.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the clear performance limiter in this pairing for The Technomancer. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. Its boost clock is 2460 MHz, and it has 3072 shading units. In general benchmarks, it scores 19545 in Passmark G3D, placing it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU's role is most evident in the scaling of frame rates with graphical settings. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra presets is 83 FPS (169 vs. 86), demonstrating that the GPU has significant headroom when the pixel count is low. As resolution increases, this headroom diminishes. At 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that the difference between Low and Ultra is only 30 FPS (61 vs. 31), indicating that it is operating at its maximum capacity.

The GPU's performance is closely matched by its nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and the AMD Radeon 780M, which have average scores within 0.3% of the RTX 4060. This confirms its position in the mid-range market. In this game, its 8 GB of VRAM is sufficient, as no VRAM-related issues are noted in the data. The core clock speed and memory bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the data clearly shows that for 4K, the GPU's compute power and bandwidth are insufficient to maintain high frame rates with high-quality settings. This makes the GPU the definitive bottleneck at higher resolutions, a conclusion directly supported by the measured FPS data.