The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 action RPG, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B370 combination. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a configuration that is heavily constrained by its graphics processor, particularly at higher visual fidelity. The data indicates that this pairing is best suited for lower resolutions and more modest settings to achieve playable performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in The Technomancer?

A: The best result is 71 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only measured configuration that exceeds 60 FPS, indicating that high refresh rate gameplay is only possible at the lowest graphical preset and resolution.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: Performance at 3840x2160 is very limited. The average frame rates range from 13 FPS on Ultra to 26 FPS on Low, with Medium settings producing an average of 20 FPS. These results suggest the resolution is not viable for smooth gameplay with this hardware.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 47 FPS on Low to 24 FPS on Ultra. This represents a significant 23 FPS decrease, demonstrating the large performance cost of the highest visual quality preset.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck. The Intel Arc B370 has a very low percentile ranking (5th) among all tested GPUs, and the frame rates scale heavily with both resolution and settings, which are classic signs of a GPU-bound scenario.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded for Medium settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the measured average frame rate is 55 FPS, with a minimum of 47 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS. This shows that while the average is playable, there can be noticeable dips.

Q: How does this combo's overall rank in The Technomancer compare to other tested systems?

A: The combination ranks 2603 out of 2825 tested combos for this game. This places it in the bottom portion of all tested systems, indicating below-average performance for this specific title.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, utilizing a 3 nm process. Its performance profile is the central constraint in The Technomancer. The GPU's benchmark score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This low standing is reflected in the measured game performance. The nearest rivals for the Arc B370, such as the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and ATI Radeon HD 5770, have nearly identical average scores, with delta percentages of -0.2% and -0.5% respectively, confirming its position in a low-performance tier.

The Arc B370's clock speeds are listed with a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz. The memory configuration is "System Shared," with bandwidth described as "System Dependent." This reliance on system memory for graphics operations is a significant factor in its performance. The high boost clock suggests the chip is capable of processing when given data, but the shared memory architecture likely creates a bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth demands increase. The GPU's 1280 shading units and 40 texture mapping units are tasked with rendering the game's visuals, but the data shows they are insufficient for demanding settings, particularly at 4K where the average frame rate at Ultra settings is a mere 13 FPS.

The performance scaling across settings at each resolution is steep. For instance, at 1440p, moving from Low (47 FPS) to High (31 FPS) is a 16 FPS drop, and further to Ultra (24 FPS) is another 7 FPS drop. This pattern is consistent with a GPU that lacks the raw processing power and memory bandwidth for high-fidelity effects like advanced lighting and shadows. The GPU's low pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are modest figures that align with its performance class. The data strongly suggests that the Arc B370 is the limiting component, and its capabilities define the ceiling for playable settings in The Technomancer.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rate data, the optimal settings for this combo depend entirely on the target resolution. For a 60 FPS experience, the only viable option is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which produces an average of 71 FPS. This preset provides the necessary performance headroom for a smooth frame rate, though it comes with the visual compromises of the lowest quality preset.

For users who prefer higher visual fidelity over a strict 60 FPS target, the 1920x1080 Medium preset offers a balanced experience, with an average of 55 FPS and a minimum of 47 FPS. This suggests that the game will remain playable for the majority of the time, with occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 1080p yields an average of 47 FPS, which is still playable but represents a clear step down in smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the data indicates that the Low preset is the most reasonable choice, providing an average of 47 FPS. The Medium preset's average of 36 FPS, with a minimum of 30 FPS, could be considered for a cinematic experience, but the likelihood of noticeable stuttering increases. The High and Ultra presets at this resolution, with averages of 31 and 24 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a smooth gameplay experience.

The 3840x2160 resolution is not recommended for this combination. Even the Low preset only achieves an average of 26 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable playability. The data shows that the game becomes increasingly unplayable at 4K, with the Ultra preset falling to 13 FPS. Therefore, the best experience per the measured rows is achieved by prioritizing either 1080p for higher frame rates or 1440p with Low settings for a balance of image clarity and performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo's performance envelope. At 1920x1080, the results are: Low settings average 71 FPS, Medium averages 55 FPS with a minimum of 47 and maximum of 63, High averages 47 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS. This shows a steady decline in performance as visual quality increases, with a 34 FPS difference between the lowest and highest presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop considerably. The Low preset averages 47 FPS, Medium averages 36 FPS with a minimum of 30 and maximum of 41, High averages 31 FPS, and Ultra averages 24 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution is 23 FPS. The minimum FPS for Medium at 30 FPS indicates that even this preset can experience significant slowdowns.

At 3840x2160, performance is severely limited. The Low preset averages 26 FPS, Medium averages 20 FPS with a minimum of 17 and maximum of 23, High averages 17 FPS, and Ultra averages 13 FPS. The data shows that at 4K, the game is effectively unplayable, as even the lowest settings fail to reach 30 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 13 FPS at this resolution, suggesting that the GPU is so overwhelmed that the settings have a relatively smaller impact on the final frame rate.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the Intel Arc B370 struggles as resolution increases, and the performance penalty for higher settings is significant at all resolutions. The 1080p Medium preset is the highest quality setting that maintains an average above 50 FPS, making it a candidate for a playable experience if the visual downgrade from High is acceptable.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate impact of moving from 1080p to 4K is severe, highlighting the GPU's memory and bandwidth constraints. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 71 at 1080p to 47 at 1440p, a 24 FPS reduction. This drop is 33.8% of the 1080p score. Increasing the resolution to 4K at Low settings results in 26 FPS, a further 21 FPS drop from 1440p and a massive 45 FPS drop from 1080p. This represents a 63.4% decrease in performance from the base resolution.

The scaling pattern at Medium settings is similar. The 1080p average of 55 FPS falls to 36 FPS at 1440p, a 19 FPS drop, and then to 20 FPS at 4K, another 16 FPS drop. The total decrease from 1080p to 4K is 35 FPS. For High settings, the 1080p average of 47 FPS falls to 31 FPS at 1440p and 17 FPS at 4K, a total drop of 30 FPS. Even at the lowest preset, the 4K resolution proves to be too demanding.

This steep scaling curve is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario. The number of pixels rendered at 4K is four times that of 1080p, and the Arc B370's "System Shared" memory and "System Dependent" bandwidth cannot keep up with the increased demand. The data suggests that the limiting component is the graphics processor's memory subsystem and raw fill rate. Each incremental resolution increase places a disproportionate load on the GPU, resulting in substantial frame rate losses. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is unlikely to be the bottleneck, as the performance degradation is directly tied to the graphical workload.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a 5000 series processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a single-core score of 2916. Its average benchmark score of 25517 places it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Xeon D-2752TER and AMD Ryzen 5 6600H, showing nearly identical scores with deltas of -0.1%.

Given the strong CPU performance and the weak GPU performance, the data points to the CPU not being the primary constraint in The Technomancer. The game's frame rates scale dramatically with resolution and settings, which are primarily GPU-dependent variables. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see more consistent frame rates across different resolutions, as the CPU's workload would not change as drastically. Instead, the frame rates plummet at higher resolutions, indicating that the GPU is unable to process the increased graphical load quickly enough to feed frames to the CPU.

The Ryzen 7 5700's 16 threads and high single-thread performance are more than sufficient for a game from 2016. The processor's capabilities are not being fully utilized, as the GPU cannot keep pace. The data implies that the CPU is sitting idle for significant portions of the frame time, waiting for the GPU to complete its rendering tasks. Therefore, while the CPU is a powerful component, its role in this specific configuration is to provide a stable platform for a GPU that is decidedly underpowered for this game at higher settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2603 out of 2825 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the system in the bottom 7.9% of all tested configurations, a clear indication of its overall performance level for this title. The rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's limited capabilities, as the CPU is a high-performing component that does not hold the system back.

The GPU's percentile rank of 5th among all tested GPUs is a stark contrast to the CPU's 78th percentile. This massive disparity in component performance levels is the key takeaway from the ranking data. The combo is effectively held back by its graphics processor, which is a low-tier integrated solution. The nearest GPU rivals, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770, have nearly identical benchmark scores, confirming the Arc B370's position in a performance tier that is simply not suited for demanding gaming workloads at high resolutions.

The combo's rank of 2603 suggests that the vast majority of other tested systems, even those with older or less powerful CPUs, are able to achieve better performance in The Technomancer. This is likely because they are paired with more capable discrete graphics cards. The data shows that the CPU's power is wasted in this pairing, as the GPU cannot translate its processing strength into higher frame rates. The system's overall standing is thus a direct reflection of the GPU's limitations, and any analysis of this combo's performance must center on the significant bottleneck created by the Intel Arc B370.