The Technomancer

The Technomancer is a 2016 Action RPG that can still stress modern hardware, and the pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT produces a specific, measurable performance profile. This combination ranks 2741 out of 3696 tested combos in this game, placing it in the lower half of the database. Benchmark results indicate that this system is capable of smooth 1080p play but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K, with the GPU acting as the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. The data provides a clear picture of what this hardware can deliver across three resolutions and four quality presets.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU combo in The Technomancer?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo consistently exceeds 60 FPS across all settings. At 2560x1440, High and Medium presets hit 60 and 70 FPS respectively, but Ultra drops to 47 FPS. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only reach 50 FPS, making 4K impractical for smooth gameplay.

Q: How much performance difference is there between Ultra and Low settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 71 FPS, while Low settings produce 139 FPS. This represents a 68 FPS difference, or roughly 96% higher performance on Low. Medium sits between them at 107 FPS, and High reaches 91 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more in this game?

A: The data strongly indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. At 3840x2160, the combo only manages 26 FPS on Ultra and 33 FPS on High, suggesting the RX 5700 XT's 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for the added pixel workload. The Ryzen 7 3700X's 8 cores and 16 threads are likely underutilized at these settings.

Q: What is the highest frame rate this combo can achieve?

A: The maximum measured average FPS is 139, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The lowest average is 26 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. No minimum or maximum frame rate data is provided for most rows, but the Medium preset at 1080p shows a range of 91 to 123 FPS.

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

A: This specific combination ranks 2741 out of 3696 combos, putting it in the 74th percentile of tested systems. This places it in the lower quarter of the database, indicating that while playable at lower resolutions, it does not deliver top-tier performance for this particular title.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 3700X a strong processor for this game based on the data?

A: The CPU's benchmark scores suggest it is capable, with a PassMark multithread score of 22458 and a Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2092. However, the measured FPS in The Technomancer shows the GPU is the bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the game hits 139 FPS, but the CPU's 84th percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates it has headroom that the GPU cannot fully exploit.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a desktop processor from the 3000 series, built on the Zen 2 architecture with the Matisse codename. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The processor has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It connects via PCIe Gen 4 with 24 lanes from the CPU.

For The Technomancer, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU. The measured FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings reaches 139 FPS, which is a high frame rate that benefits from the CPU's single-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread score is 2656, and the Cinebench R15 single-core score is 204. These scores indicate solid per-core performance, which is essential for maintaining high frame rates in an Action RPG where game logic and AI routines often rely on single-threaded execution.

However, the CPU's multicore capabilities are also relevant. The PassMark multithread score of 22458 and the Geekbench multicore score of 8899 show that the 8-core/16-thread configuration can handle heavy workloads. In The Technomancer, these cores may be utilized for background tasks, streaming, or physics calculations. The data shows that at 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 71 FPS, which is lower than the 91 FPS on High. This suggests that the GPU is struggling with the Ultra preset's demands, not that the CPU is limiting performance.

The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 32 MB L3 cache. This large L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for game performance. The processor's 84th percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates it is well above average. The nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 with a delta of 0.1% and the Intel Core i5-13450HX with a delta of -0.2%, showing the 3700X is competitive with much newer processors in synthetic benchmarks.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for The Technomancer, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT holds a rank of 2741 out of 3696 tested combos. This position places the system in the lower 26% of all configurations tested for this game. The rank is a composite measure that likely considers performance across all tested resolutions and settings.

The ranking suggests that while this hardware is competent, it is not optimized for The Technomancer's demands. The CPU alone ranks in the 84th percentile versus all CPUs, and the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile versus all GPUs. The combination's in-game rank being lower than the individual component percentiles indicates that the pairing does not scale as well as other combinations in this specific title. The GPU's average benchmark score is 16361, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M with a delta of 0.1% and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell with a delta of -0.3%.

The combos near this rank likely feature GPUs with more VRAM or higher memory bandwidth. The RX 5700 XT has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. In a game like The Technomancer, which was released in 2016, these specifications may be insufficient for the highest quality settings at 4K, as evidenced by the 26 FPS average on Ultra at 3840x2160. The rank of 2741 reflects this limitation, showing that the system is more suited to 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160, the combo struggles significantly. The Ultra preset yields an average of 26 FPS, which is unplayable for most users. High settings improve this to 33 FPS, still below the 30 FPS threshold for acceptable playability. Medium settings reach 38 FPS with a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 44. Low settings produce the best 4K result at 50 FPS, which is playable but not smooth for fast-paced action.

At 2560x1440, the performance improves noticeably. The Ultra preset delivers 47 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. High settings reach exactly 60 FPS, hitting the standard refresh rate target. Medium settings provide 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 and a maximum of 80. Low settings offer the best experience at 91 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay with headroom for dips. These results indicate that 1440p is the practical maximum resolution for this combo if the user is willing to use High or Medium settings.

At 1920x1080, the system performs well across all presets. Ultra settings yield 71 FPS, which is smooth for most gamers. High settings reach 91 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. Medium settings deliver 107 FPS with a minimum of 91 and a maximum of 123, showing strong consistency. Low settings max out the potential at 139 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: dropping from Ultra to Low at 1080p nearly doubles the frame rate from 71 to 139 FPS.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is based on the Navi 10 chip with the RDNA 1.0 architecture, built on a 7 nm process. It has 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The GPU's base clock is 1605 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

In The Technomancer, the GPU is the primary determinant of performance. The data shows that at 4K, the frame rates drop dramatically. At 3840x2160, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are likely insufficient for the high-resolution textures and effects. The Ultra preset at 4K produces only 26 FPS, while Low settings reach 50 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's compute power, measured at 9.754 TFLOPS FP32, is not enough for the pixel throughput required at 4K.

The GPU's performance relative to its rivals is noteworthy. Its average benchmark score is 16361, with a percentile ranking of 59. The nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M with a delta of 0.1% and the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 with a delta of -0.3%. This places the RX 5700 XT in a competitive position for its era, but the in-game data shows it is not a high-end card by modern standards. The card's 225 W TDP and suggested 550 W PSU indicate it is a power-hungry component, but this is not reflected in the performance metrics for The Technomancer.

The GPU's memory configuration is a critical factor. With 8 GB of GDDR6, it has enough capacity for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but 4K textures may exceed this limit. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is substantial, but the 4K results suggest it is not sufficient for the bandwidth demands of high-resolution rendering in this game. The pixel rate of 121.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 304.8 GTexel/s are theoretical limits, but the measured FPS shows real-world performance is much lower at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's resolution and performance priorities. At 1920x1080, the High preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, delivering 91 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with good detail. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, the Medium preset at 107 FPS is a better choice, offering higher frame rates with only a slight reduction in visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 71 FPS is playable but may not be worth the performance cost, as the jump from High to Ultra yields diminishing returns.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended choice, producing exactly 60 FPS. This aligns perfectly with standard 60 Hz monitors, providing a consistent experience. The Medium preset at 70 FPS offers a small performance boost for users who prefer higher frame rates, but the visual difference between Medium and High may be noticeable. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS is not recommended unless the user values maximum visual quality over smoothness, as the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the data shows that this combo is not well-suited for 4K gaming. The Low preset at 50 FPS is the only playable option, but it requires significant visual compromises. The Medium preset at 38 FPS is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets at 33 and 26 FPS respectively are too slow for a smooth experience. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p or reducing settings to Low to achieve acceptable performance. The data clearly indicates that the RX 5700 XT is not capable of delivering a high-quality 4K experience in The Technomancer, and the best experience is found at 1080p with High or Medium settings.