The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting case study for the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination. This pairing represents a modern mid-range platform, and the measured frame rates across various resolutions and settings reveal a component dynamic that shifts depending on the graphical load. The data indicates a system capable of smooth gameplay at high refresh rates in 1080p, but one that encounters significant challenges as resolution scales upward, particularly when chasing maximum visual fidelity.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination in The Technomancer?

A: The combo ranks 1984th out of 3696 tested combinations in the game's database, placing it in the 46th percentile of all tested systems.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX's score of 26274, indicating virtually identical synthetic performance.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average frame rate is 169 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: At which resolution and settings does the system fail to maintain a 60 FPS average?

A: At 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with High and Ultra settings, the system averages 40 FPS and 31 FPS, respectively. The Medium preset at 4K also dips below 60 FPS, averaging 47 FPS.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile compared to all other graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17639.

Q: Is the performance data for this combo measured or estimated?

A: The data is measured, as indicated by the `dataIsMeasured` field being true, meaning the frame rates are based on actual benchmark runs rather than projections.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, running on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. It operates at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and can boost up to 5.10 GHz. This processor is a 65 W part, built on a 5 nm process by TSMC, and features 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Its single-threaded performance is a strong point, evidenced by a 3dmark_single_thread score of 999 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2521.

In the context of The Technomancer, a game from 2016, the CPU's role is likely less demanding than in modern titles. However, the Ryzen 5 7600's high boost clock and strong single-core performance are beneficial for maintaining high frame rates, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the primary bottleneck. The data supports this, showing that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 169 FPS, a figure that suggests the CPU is capable of feeding frames at a very high rate without becoming a limiting factor. The processor's multi-threaded capabilities, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12735, also ensure that any background tasks or game logic threads are handled efficiently. Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 7600 sits in a tight performance band; it is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900KF, showing that its computational power is well-positioned for this era of gaming.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. It has a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz. With 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, it is a capable performer, but its 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory interface can become a constraint at higher resolutions. The GPU's FP32 performance is rated at 15.11 TFLOPS, and it holds a 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs.

The RTX 4060's role in The Technomancer is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions. The benchmark data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, the average frame rates drop significantly. For instance, at High settings, the average FPS falls from 111 at 1920x1080 to 72 at 2560x1440, and then to 40 at 3840x2160. This substantial decline, particularly at 4K, indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM buffer may also be a factor at 4K Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 31. The GPU's performance is competitive with its immediate rivals; it is 0.3% faster than the AMD Radeon 780M and 0.5% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro 560, though these are primarily integrated or mobile parts, underscoring the RTX 4060's position as a dedicated desktop solution.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 achieves a rank of 1984 out of 3696 tested combinations in The Technomancer. This ranking places the combo in the lower-middle portion of the overall performance spectrum. Given that the game is older and the hardware is modern, this rank might seem lower than expected, but it highlights that the game's engine may not scale perfectly with newer hardware, or that other tested combos include much higher-end GPUs that dominate the top ranks.

The ranking suggests that while this combo is not a top-tier performer, it is by no means a weak one. It sits above the 50th percentile, meaning it outperforms more than half of the tested systems. The data indicates that the primary limitation is the GPU, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's strong single-threaded performance ensures that it does not hold back the system, but the GPU's 8 GB memory and mid-range compute power prevent the combo from achieving higher standings. In essence, this pairing is a balanced mid-range setup that offers solid performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming but falls behind systems equipped with more powerful graphics cards in the upper echelons of the ranking.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a smooth 60+ FPS experience, the data points to specific presets at each resolution.

At 1920x1080, all settings presets deliver playable frame rates. However, the High preset at 111 FPS provides an excellent balance between visual quality and performance, offering a significant improvement over the 86 FPS of the Ultra preset without the visual compromises of the Medium preset (130 FPS) or Low preset (169 FPS). For 2560x1440, the High preset is the best recommendation, as it maintains an average of 72 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. While the Medium preset at 85 FPS is faster, the High preset offers a better visual experience for a modest performance cost. The Ultra preset at 56 FPS dips below 60 FPS, making it less ideal for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The only preset that achieves an average above 60 FPS is Low, at 61 FPS. The Medium preset at 47 FPS is playable but not consistently smooth, and the High and Ultra presets at 40 FPS and 31 FPS, respectively, are not recommended for a fluid experience. Therefore, for 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only viable option for maintaining a 60 FPS average, while the Medium preset could be considered if a lower frame rate is acceptable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of the system's performance across different settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably. The Low preset achieves an average of 169 FPS. The Medium preset averages 130 FPS, with a minimum of 110 FPS and a maximum of 149 FPS. The High preset delivers an average of 111 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still produces an average of 86 FPS, ensuring a playable experience even at maximum settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset averages 110 FPS. The Medium preset averages 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 97 FPS. The High preset provides an average of 72 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 56 FPS, dipping below the 60 FPS mark for the first time in this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The Low preset is the only one to maintain a 60 FPS average, scoring 61 FPS. The Medium preset averages 47 FPS, with a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 40 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 31 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is only feasible with significant graphical compromises.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is stark and reveals the nature of the bottleneck in this system. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 111 at 1080p to 72 at 1440p, a 35% reduction. Scaling further to 4K, the average FPS falls to 40, which is a 64% reduction from the 1080p figure. This steep decline is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

The scaling pattern is consistent across other settings. For Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 130 at 1080p to 85 at 1440p and then to 47 at 4K. This translates to a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 64% drop from 1080p to 4K. The Low preset follows the same trend, with 169 FPS at 1080p, 110 FPS at 1440p, and 61 FPS at 4K, representing a 35% and 64% reduction, respectively. The consistency of these percentages across all settings strongly suggests that the performance scaling is purely a function of resolution and pixel count, rather than settings-specific effects.

This data indicates that the limiting component is the GPU. The CPU's performance is sufficient to handle the game's logic at all resolutions, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU must render more pixels, and its compute and memory bandwidth limitations become the primary constraint. The RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are likely contributing factors to the significant performance drop at 4K, as the game demands more memory and bandwidth at that resolution. The system is clearly optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers excellent performance, but it is not well-suited for 4K gaming without substantial reductions in graphical fidelity.