The Technomancer

Resolution Scaling

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, shows a predictable but steep FPS curve as resolution climbs. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers 195 FPS. That number drops to 128 FPS at 2560x1440, and then down to 70 FPS at 3840x2160. This is a 64% reduction from 1080p to 4K at High settings. The frame rate at 4K is still highly playable, but the scaling clearly indicates the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions.

The gap between 1080p and 1440p is 67 FPS, which is a 34% drop. Between 1440p and 4K, the drop is 58 FPS, a 45% reduction. This non-linear scaling is classic GPU-bound behavior. At 1080p, the CPU has more headroom to push frames, but the RTX 4080 still delivers very high numbers. At 4K, the pixel count quadruples compared to 1080p, and the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth become the constraining factors.

Looking at the Medium preset, the pattern persists. At 1080p, the average is 229 FPS, dropping to 149 FPS at 1440p, and then 82 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 35% from 1080p to 1440p, and then 45% from 1440p to 4K. The consistency of these drops across presets suggests the game scales predictably with resolution.

The Low preset shows the highest frame rates. At 1080p, the system achieves 266 FPS. At 1440p, it drops to 195 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 107 FPS. The drop from 1080 to 1440 is 27%, and from 1440 to 4K is 45%. The 4K Low result of 107 FPS indicates that even with reduced settings, the GPU is still working hard at this resolution.

The Ultra preset is the most demanding. At 1080p, the system reaches 152 FPS. This falls to 100 FPS at 1440p, a 34% drop. At 4K, the Ultra preset yields just 55 FPS, a 45% drop from 1440p. The 55 FPS at 4K Ultra is the lowest result in the entire measured data. This underscores that The Technomancer at 4K Ultra is a heavy load, but the RTX 4080 still manages to stay above the 30 FPS playability floor, though just barely.

The data suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at 1080p, as the frame rates are extremely high. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU's rendering load becomes the dominant factor. The RTX 4080, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth, is well-suited for high-resolution gaming, but even this hardware cannot prevent resolution from taking its toll.

For a competitive player or a user with a high refresh rate monitor at 1080p, the system is more than adequate. At 1440p, the system remains very strong, with frame rates well above 100 FPS on most presets. At 4K, the system is still strong, but frame rates hover around 60-80 FPS on High and Medium, which is acceptable for most gamers.

The scaling behavior is notable for a game from 2016. The Technomancer is not a demanding title by modern standards, which is why the RTX 4080 can hit such high numbers at 1080p. The 152 FPS at 1080p Ultra is particularly impressive, showing that even maximum settings do not stress the GPU excessively at this resolution.

In summary, resolution scaling is linear and predictable. The GPU is the limiting component from 1440p upward. The CPU is a capable partner, but the RTX 4080's raw performance is what defines the frame rates at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear set of choices for players depending on their display and performance preferences. At 1080p, the system is so powerful that even the Ultra preset achieves 152 FPS, which is above the threshold for high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 229 FPS, and the Low preset hits 266 FPS. For a 1080p monitor, the Ultra preset is recommended, as it delivers 152 FPS with no performance concern.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 100 FPS, which is still very playable. However, the High preset at 1440p is 128 FPS, which is a 28% performance gain over Ultra. The High preset should be the default choice for 1440p, as it provides a good balance between visual quality and framerate. The Medium preset at 1440p is 149 FPS, which is even better, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often noticeable. For a high refresh rate 1440p monitor, the Medium preset is a strong option, offering 149 FPS.

At 4K, the situation changes. The High preset yields 70 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high refresh rate displays. The Medium preset at 4K is 82 FPS, which is a 17% improvement over High. For a smoother 4K experience, the Medium preset is a better choice than High. The Low preset at 4K is 107 FPS, which is very high for 4K, but the visual quality will be compromised.

The Ultra preset at 4K is 55 FPS, which is the lowest number in the data. This is the only preset in the entire dataset that dips below 60 FPS at any resolution. For a 4K screen, the Medium preset is the recommended, as it provides an average of 82 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 94 FPS. The High preset is also a viable choice, but the Medium preset offers more headroom.

The data indicates that the system can handle almost any setting at 1080p and 1440p. The sweet spot for a high refresh rate experience is 1080p Ultra or 1440p High. For 4K, the Medium preset is the best choice, as it balances visual fidelity and frame rate. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended for serious play, as it drops below 60 FPS.

It is important to note that the game is a 2016 title, and modern hardware can easily max it out. The RTX 4080's 16 GB VRAM and Ada Lovelace architecture provide ample headroom. The Ryzen 5 8400F, with its Zen 4 architecture and 6 cores, is more than sufficient for this game. The combination is a powerful one.

Ultimately, for 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best. For 1440p, the High preset is a great balance. For 4K, the Medium preset is the safest choice. The data shows that the system is capable of handling any preset at 1080p and 1440p, and even at 4K, the Medium preset provides an excellent experience.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this system, and its role is clearly visible in the frame rate data. The GPU's 16 GB GDDR6X memory, paired with a 256-bit bus and 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth, is a major factor in the high resolution performance. The data shows that at 4K, the GPU is the limiting factor, as the frame rates scale inversely with resolution.

The RTX 4080's boost clock of 2505 MHz and base clock of 2205 MHz are high, allowing it to push a significant number of pixels. The GPU has 9728 shading units and 304 TMUs, which are used to render the game's effects. The 112 ROPs handle the final pixel output. The pixel rate is 280.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 761.5 GTexel/s. These specifications are more than enough for The Technomancer.

In this game, the GPU's VRAM is not a bottleneck, as the game is not a VRAM-heavy title. The 16 GB capacity is far more than the game requires. The GPU's direct to 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with the game's graphics features. The game is from 2016, but the RTX 4080 has no trouble handling it.

The GPU's performance is highlighted by its benchmark scores. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 6567. The Geekbench Vulkan score is 263779, and the OpenCL score is 214739. These scores reflect the GPU's raw compute power. The PassMark G3D score is 34457, and the GPU compute score is 20671. These numbers put the RTX 4080 in the 86th percentile of all GPUs.

The nearest rivals to the RTX 4080, according to the data, are the RTX 4080 SUPER, which is 0.1% slower, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (1.1% slower), the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE (2.6% slower), and the AMD Radeon 8060S (2.7% slower). This indicates that the RTX 4080 is a top-tier GPU, slightly slower than the SUPER variant.

In The Technomancer, the GPU is the star. The CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, is a capable partner, but the frame rates are primarily determined by the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not a bottleneck, as frame rates are very high. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's performance is consistent with its specifications.

The GPU's power draw is 320 W, with a suggested PSU of 700 W. The card uses one 16-pin connector. It is a triple-slot design, which is large but common for high-end GPUs. The GPU's EOL production status indicates it is the previous generation, but it is still a strong performer.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has a combo rank of 287 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the top 8% of all tested system combinations. This is a strong ranking, though not the absolute top. The rank of 287 means that there are 286 other system combos that perform better in this game.

The combo's ranking is likely due to the high-end GPU. The RTX 4080 is a top-tier card, and the Ryzen 5 8400F, while not a flagship CPU, is a capable 6-core, 12-thread processor. The combination is balanced, with no obvious bottleneck. The CPU's benchmark scores show it is competitive with other processors. The CPU's average benchmark score is 25005, and it sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Ryzen 5 7500F (0.2% slower), the Core i7-11850H (0.3% slower), the Core i7-13620H (0.4% slower), and the EPYC 9474F (0.4% faster).

The GPU's average benchmark score is 54247, and it is in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the RTX 4080 SUPER (0.1% faster), the Radeon Pro W5700X (1.1% faster), the RX 6750 GRE (2.6% faster), and the Radeon 8060S (2.7% faster). These are all close scores, indicating the RTX 4080 is a high-performing GPU.

The rank of 287 out of 3696 combos is a solid result. It shows that this system is well-suited for a demanding game like The Technomancer. The game is not extremely demanding, but the hardware is more than capable. The combo's ranking confirms the balance of the CPU and GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS is 152 at 1080p with Ultra settings, as measured in the benchmark.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 12425. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, is 0.1% faster. The other rivals, the RX 6750 GRE and Radeon 8060S, are 2.6% and 2.7% faster, respectively.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 4K with Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 4K with Medium settings is 70 FPS, with a maximum of 94 FPS and an average of 82 FPS.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock and cache size?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz and a shared L3 cache of 16 MB.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the measured FPS for each resolution and settings combination.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 70 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 107 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 82 | 70 | 94 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 55 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 128 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 195 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 149 | 127 | 172 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 100 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 195 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 266 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 229 | 194 | 263 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 152 | - | - |

The Medium preset is the only one that has min and max FPS recorded, for all three resolutions. The data shows that the system is capable of high frame rates across the board. The 1080p Low setting achieves 266 FPS, the highest number in the dataset. The 4K Ultra setting is the lowest, at 55 FPS. The rest of the results are consistently strong.

These numbers should be interpreted with the caveat that the game is not a heavy title for modern hardware. The RTX 4080 is a high-end GPU, and the Ryzen 5 8400F is a modern 6-core processor. The results are a reflection of the hardware's capabilities in this specific title.