The Technomancer

The Technomancer, an Action RPG released in 2016, presents a demanding workload for modern hardware. The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 processor and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT graphics card delivers a performance profile that is heavily dependent on resolution and quality settings. The data measured for this pairing shows a system capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p, but one that struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra, placing it mid-pack among all tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware?

A: According to the measured FPS data, the optimal experience is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, achieving an average of 140.7 FPS. For a balance of visual quality and performance, 2560x1440 with High settings yields an average of 64.1 FPS, while 1920x1080 with Ultra settings produces an average of 74.2 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: The data shows 4K performance is limited. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 28 FPS. Even at High settings, the average is only 33.4 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold typically considered ideal for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 27220, placing it in the 84th percentile. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, scores 27043, making the AMD processor 0.7% faster. The Ryzen 7 5700 also holds a 0.8% lead over both the Intel Core i7-12700H and the Intel Core i7-1370P.

Q: What is the GPU's standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT sits in the 71st percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 27985. It is virtually tied with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti, which scores 27956 (a 0.1% difference), and is 0.9% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, which scores 28238.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 1440p at High settings?

A: Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings results in a significant frame rate drop. The average FPS falls from 93.8 at 1080p to 64.1 at 1440p, a reduction of approximately 30 frames per second.

Q: How large is the gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 2560x1440, Low settings produce an average of 93.2 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 47.6 FPS. This represents a performance penalty of nearly half the frame rate when moving to the highest quality preset.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is built on the Zen 3 architecture and features 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.70 GHz, with a boost clock capable of reaching 4.60 GHz. This processing power is reflected in its synthetic benchmark scores, where it achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a single-core score of 2916. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and 7 nm process node contribute to its overall efficiency.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and AI. The benchmark results for this combo show that the processor has ample headroom for the game's demands at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 140.7 FPS, a frame rate that suggests the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. The Ryzen 7 5700's single-threaded performance, evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 901, is also adequate for the game's core simulation thread.

The processor's performance relative to its rivals is strong. It outperforms the Intel Core i9-9900K by 0.7% in average benchmark score, demonstrating that its 8-core, 16-thread configuration remains competitive. The Ryzen 7 5700's multi-threaded capability, shown by its 3dmark_max_threads score of 6617, ensures it can manage background tasks without impacting gameplay. For an Action RPG like The Technomancer, which may spawn multiple enemies with distinct AI, the 8-core design helps maintain consistent frame pacing. The data suggests the CPU is a capable partner for the GPU, providing a stable foundation for the frame rates observed across all tested settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is based on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. Its boost clock is rated at 2589 MHz, with a game clock of 2359 MHz. The GPU has 2048 shading units and 32 ray accelerators, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. These specifications are central to its performance in The Technomancer.

The GPU's role is to render the game's visuals, and its performance scales predictably with resolution and settings. The measured FPS data shows a clear correlation between the GPU load and frame rate. At 1920x1080, the GPU is able to push high frame rates, with an average of 140.7 FPS at Low settings. However, as resolution increases, the rendering load becomes more intense. At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent, with the average FPS dropping to 28 at Ultra settings.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a key factor at higher resolutions. The data indicates that 4K performance is sub-60 FPS across all settings, suggesting that the GPU is fully saturated. The RX 6600 XT's nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti, performs nearly identically, with a 0.1% difference in average benchmark score. The GPU's 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it is a mid-to-high tier part. In this game, its performance dictates that users aiming for 60 FPS should target 2560x1440 with High settings, where it achieves an average of 64.1 FPS, or 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, where it reaches 74.2 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across twelve distinct scenarios. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers smooth gameplay across all settings. The average frame rates range from 140.7 FPS at Low to 74.2 FPS at Ultra. Medium settings yield 112.6 FPS, while High settings produce 93.8 FPS. This resolution offers the best experience, with even the most demanding Ultra preset maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance remains playable but requires more careful selection of settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 93.2 FPS, while High settings drop to 64.1 FPS. Medium settings provide 72.9 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 47.6 FPS. This indicates that for 1440p gaming, users should prefer High or Medium settings to maintain smoothness, as the Ultra preset dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

The 3840x2160 resolution results demonstrate the hardware's limits. Average frame rates are consistently below 60 FPS. The Low preset achieves 51.6 FPS, while Medium and High produce 36.5 FPS and 33.4 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset yields only 28 FPS. These numbers confirm that 4K gaming with this combo is not viable for a smooth experience, even at the lowest settings. The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 6600 XT's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K Ultra in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is ranked 1159 out of 1656 total tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the bottom 30% of all configurations, a position that reflects its performance limitations at higher resolutions. The rank is a holistic measure that considers performance across all tested settings and resolutions.

The ranking is heavily influenced by the 4K results, where the combo struggles. While it performs admirably at 1080p, the system's inability to maintain playable frame rates at 2160p drags its overall standing down. The GPU's 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs suggests it is a competent mid-range part, but the high demands of The Technomancer at 4K expose its weaknesses. The CPU's 84th percentile ranking is strong, but it cannot compensate for the GPU's rendering limitations.

For users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this combo offers a solid experience, as indicated by the 140.7 FPS and 64.1 FPS averages at those resolutions. However, for those targeting 4K, the 28 FPS average at Ultra makes the game unplayable. The 1159th rank out of 1656 combos underscores that while this hardware is capable, it is not positioned for high-end 4K gaming in this specific title. The data suggests that this pairing is best suited for 1080p Ultra or 1440p High gaming, where it delivers performance that is well above the playability threshold.