The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting case for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT pairing. The measured data reveals a system that scales predictably with resolution, with the GPU taking on progressively more responsibility as pixel count increases. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results, contextualizes the combo's standing among 1,656 tested configurations, and interprets what the numbers imply about system balance.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is significant, indicating a shift in bottleneck from the CPU to the GPU as resolution increases. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 228.6 FPS, which drops to 151.4 FPS at 1440p and further to 80.9 FPS at 4K. This represents a 33.8% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 46.6% reduction from 1440p to 4K at Low settings.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all quality presets. At Ultra settings, the frame rate falls from 116.5 FPS at 1080p to 76.8 FPS at 1440p and finally to 41.6 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is notably demanding, dipping below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider the minimum for smooth gameplay.

The data suggests that at lower resolutions, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G's eight cores and 16 threads are sufficient to keep the RX 9070 XT well-fed, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution climbs. The 4K results, particularly the 41.6 FPS at Ultra, indicate that this game's heavier settings place a substantial load on the GPU's compute resources. The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions, confirming that the GPU is doing more work per frame at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

Among 1,656 tested CPU-GPU combinations in The Technomancer, this pairing ranks 450th. This places it in the top 27.2% of all tested combos, which is a solid result for a system built around a 2021 APU paired with a 2025 flagship GPU. The ranking suggests that the CPU is holding back the GPU somewhat, as the RX 9070 XT is capable of far higher frame rates in less CPU-bound scenarios.

The Ryzen 7 5700G's individual benchmark scores help explain this ranking. Its 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,629 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,755 are respectable for a desktop processor, but its single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 899) is modest compared to newer architectures. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is above average, but not exceptional.

The GPU, by contrast, sits in the 82nd percentile among all GPUs with a Passmark G3D score of 26,795. The combination of a mid-tier CPU and high-tier GPU creates a system where the GPU's potential is not fully realized in this title. The 450th rank out of 1,656 suggests that many other combinations with similar GPUs but stronger CPUs achieve better results in The Technomancer.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT brings substantial resources to this pairing. Its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for a 2016 title like The Technomancer. The GPU's 4,096 shading units and 128 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 380.2 GPixel/s, and its boost clock of 2970 MHz with a game clock of 2400 MHz ensures high throughput.

The GPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks reinforces its capability. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 7,260 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 184,026 demonstrate strong raw performance. The Passmark G3D score of 26,795 places it in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs, showing it is a high-performing part.

However, the measured FPS data reveals that the GPU is not always the bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the 228.6 FPS result is likely CPU-limited, as the Ryzen 7 5700G's single-thread performance cannot push the GPU to its maximum. At 4K Ultra, the 41.6 FPS result shows the GPU working hard, but the RX 9070 XT's capabilities suggest this is a game-specific limitation rather than a hardware deficiency. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is ample for any settings this game can throw at it, and memory bandwidth is unlikely to be a constraint at any resolution.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p High achieves 100.5 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold, while 4K High drops to 55.8 FPS. For a balance of visual quality and smoothness, 1440p is the sweet spot.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 41.6, which is below the 60 FPS target. Users seeking 4K gameplay should consider High settings, which yield 55.8 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 228.6 FPS. The Ryzen 7 5700G's single-thread score of 899 in 3DMark suggests it is the limiting factor at this resolution, as the RX 9070 XT is capable of much higher frame rates.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings produce 151.4 FPS while Ultra produces 76.8 FPS. This represents a 74.6 FPS drop, showing that Ultra settings nearly halve the frame rate.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: This pairing ranks 450th out of 1,656 tested combinations, placing it in the top 27.2% of all configurations tested in The Technomancer.

Q: Does the GPU's 16 GB VRAM ever become a limitation?

A: The 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth are far beyond what The Technomancer requires. No measured result indicates VRAM capacity or bandwidth constraints.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gameplay, the data shows that Ultra settings at 116.5 FPS provide a smooth experience, and even the most demanding preset maintains high frame rates. Users with high refresh rate monitors can drop to Low settings for 228.6 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial for the frame rate gain.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 118.8 FPS offer an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. High settings at 100.5 FPS are also viable, while Ultra at 76.8 FPS remains playable but with more headroom concerns. Low settings at 151.4 FPS are unnecessary for most users unless chasing maximum refresh rates.

For 4K, the recommended preset is Medium, which achieves 65.3 FPS and stays above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings at 55.8 FPS are borderline, and Ultra at 41.6 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay. Low settings at 80.9 FPS are surprisingly playable, suggesting that the 4K resolution itself is the primary load driver.

The measured data indicates that Medium settings provide the most consistent experience across all resolutions, with frame rates of 179.9 FPS at 1080p, 118.8 FPS at 1440p, and 65.3 FPS at 4K. This preset appears to balance the workload between CPU and GPU effectively.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G's specifications include 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz and a base clock of 3.80 GHz. Its 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are typical for the AM4 platform.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU demonstrates solid multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,755 and Geekbench multi-core score of 8,970 show that it can handle multi-threaded workloads effectively. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,629 and max-thread score of 6,627 confirm consistent scaling across thread counts.

However, single-thread performance is where this CPU shows its age. The 3DMark single-thread score of 899 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,930 are modest compared to newer processors. In The Technomancer, which likely relies on single-thread performance for game logic, this limitation becomes apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU is underutilized.

The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it above average, but its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Xeon D-2752TER, which are mobile or server parts. The 0.3% to 0.6% deltaPct differences from these rivals show that the 5700G is closely matched with other mid-range processors.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are: Low 228.6, Medium 179.9, High 154.3, and Ultra 116.5. The progression shows a steady decline as settings increase, with a 112.1 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the measured average FPS values are: Low 151.4, Medium 118.8, High 100.5, and Ultra 76.8. The difference between Low and Ultra is 74.6 FPS, showing that the settings impact is slightly less pronounced at this resolution compared to 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the measured average FPS values are: Low 80.9, Medium 65.3, High 55.8, and Ultra 41.6. The difference between Low and Ultra is 39.3 FPS, indicating that at 4K, the GPU load dominates and settings changes have a proportionally smaller effect on frame rate.

The data reveals that the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, Ultra delivers 51% of the Low FPS; at 1440p, Ultra delivers 50.7%; and at 4K, Ultra delivers 51.4%. This consistency suggests that the game's settings have a multiplicative effect on rendering load, rather than a fixed cost, which is typical for GPU-bound workloads.