The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with resolution. For the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, the measured frame rates reveal a system that is heavily influenced by the graphics card at higher resolutions, while the CPU's capability becomes more apparent at 1080p. The data indicates a classic performance curve where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases, but the processor's architecture ensures that even at lower resolutions, the system maintains exceptionally high frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent decline as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 171.3 FPS at 1080p to 108.4 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 59.3 FPS at 4K. This represents a substantial 65.4% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K, highlighting the immense pixel throughput required at the highest resolution.

The scaling pattern across all settings presets confirms that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting component in this configuration. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 262.1 FPS at 1080p to 169.0 FPS at 1440p, and then to 91.2 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K at Low settings is particularly steep, a 46% reduction, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario where the memory bandwidth and compute resources are saturated by the 4K pixel count.

The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a more moderate decline, with the High preset losing 62.9 FPS. This suggests that at 1080p, the system is not entirely GPU-limited, and the Ryzen 5 8400F's six cores and twelve threads are sufficient to feed the graphics card. However, the 4K results, particularly the 46.9 FPS at Ultra settings, unequivocally point to the GPU as the performance ceiling. The data implies that for a smoother 4K experience, users would need to reduce settings, as the 59.3 FPS at High is marginal for demanding action sequences, while the Ultra preset dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, built on the Zen 4 architecture with a 4 nm process, provides the computational foundation for this test system. With six cores and twelve threads, it offers a robust multi-threading capability that is reflected in its benchmark scores. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851 and single-core score of 2943 indicate a balanced processor that can handle both heavily threaded workloads and single-thread-dependent tasks.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is most evident at 1080p resolution where the GPU is less burdened. The 262.1 FPS at Low settings and 171.3 FPS at High settings demonstrate that the processor can maintain very high frame rates without becoming a bottleneck. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6091 and the 8-thread score of 5275 suggest that the CPU's thread scheduling and core performance are adequate for the game's engine, which likely utilizes multiple threads for game logic and physics.

The processor's boost clock of 4.70 GHz and base clock of 4.20 GHz are critical for the game's frame pacing. The 3DMark single-thread score of 951 indicates strong single-core performance, which is essential for the main game thread. The data shows that at 1080p, the system is achieving frame rates that are likely at the upper limit of what the game engine can produce, meaning the CPU is delivering its expected performance. However, the 16 MB of shared L3 cache and the 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are not the limiting factors in this scenario, as the FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p is more pronounced than what would be expected from a CPU cache bottleneck.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this system, particularly at higher resolutions. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth provide the necessary data throughput for the game's textures and geometry. The boost clock of 2475 MHz and the 7168 shading units deliver substantial compute power, as evidenced by the FP32 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS.

The GPU's role is clearly defined by the resolution scaling data. At 4K Ultra settings, the average FPS of 46.9 is a direct result of the GPU's computational limits. The 80 ROPs and 224 TMUs are tasked with rasterizing and texturing the 3840x2160 frame buffer, and the results show that this workload is too demanding for the highest settings. The drop from High (59.3 FPS) to Ultra (46.9 FPS) at 4K represents a 20.9% performance penalty, which is substantial for a single settings tier increase.

The RTX 4070 SUPER's performance relative to its rivals is interesting. Its average benchmark score of 42576 places it slightly below the NVIDIA RTX A6000, which scores 42653, a delta of -0.2%. It also trails the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, which scores 42723, by 0.3%. However, it is ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 580X by 1.4% and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 by 1.6%. These small deltas suggest that the RTX 4070 SUPER is positioned near the top of its performance class, and its 84th percentile ranking among all GPUs confirms its high-end status.

Settings Recommendations

Analyzing the measured FPS across all settings at each resolution provides a clear picture of the optimal configuration for this hardware combo. At 1920x1080, even the Ultra preset achieves 135.5 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth for a fast-paced action RPG. The Medium preset delivers 202.4 FPS, while High provides 171.3 FPS. For 1080p users, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, as the 135.5 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the visual quality improvements from High to Ultra are worth the 35.8 FPS reduction.

At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 108.4 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Ultra preset drops to 87.2 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant 19.6% performance reduction from High. The Medium preset at 129.0 FPS offers a good balance, but the data suggests that High is the sweet spot for 1440p, providing a high frame rate without sacrificing substantial visual fidelity. The Low preset at 169.0 FPS is unnecessary unless the user prioritizes maximum frame rates above all else.

The 3840x2160 resolution presents a challenge. The High preset achieves 59.3 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 69.0 FPS provides a more comfortable margin, while the Ultra preset at 46.9 FPS is not recommended for a smooth experience. The Low preset at 91.2 FPS is a viable option for users who want high frame rates at 4K, but the visual compromise is significant. Based on the data, the Medium preset at 4K is the recommended choice, as it offers 69.0 FPS, which balances performance and visual quality better than the other options.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves a rank of 272 out of 1656 total tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the top 16.4% of all configurations, indicating that this is a strong performer for this game. The rank is likely influenced by the high frame rates achieved at 1080p and 1440p, as well as the playable performance at 4K with adjusted settings.

The CPU's performance is well-matched with the GPU. The Ryzen 5 8400F's average benchmark score of 25064 places it in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25057, a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, which scores 25099, a -0.1% delta. This indicates that the 8400F is competitive with previous-generation high-end processors and modern mid-range options. The GPU's 84th percentile ranking further solidifies the combo's position, with the RTX 4070 SUPER's average score of 42576 placing it near the top of the current GPU landscape.

The rank of 272 out of 1656 combos reflects the balanced nature of this pairing. The system is not held back by a weak CPU or GPU, and the measured FPS data confirms that it can handle The Technomancer across a wide range of settings and resolutions. The only significant limitation is the 4K Ultra preset, which pushes the GPU beyond its capabilities, but the overall performance profile is strong, making this combo a reliable choice for gamers seeking high frame rates at mainstream resolutions.