The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination produces a highly playable experience in The Technomancer at 1080p, but the data shows a sharp performance cliff as resolution increases. The measured frames per second (FPS) at 1080p reach as high as 150 on Low settings, yet at 4K Ultra, the average falls to 28 FPS. This indicates a system where the CPU's capabilities are sufficient for high framerates at lower resolutions, but the GPU becomes the definitive limiting factor at higher pixel counts. The benchmark results paint a clear picture of a pairing that is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for those willing to compromise on visual fidelity.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance, scoring 12,830.5 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 9,950 in Geekbench multicore. Its single-threaded scores are also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core result of 1,494 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1,894. These figures place the 5700G in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27,051.

The data from The Technomancer suggests that this processor is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. At 1080p Low settings, the average FPS of 150 indicates that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to achieve very high framerates. Even at 1080p Ultra, the average FPS of 77 is a respectable figure, suggesting that the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient for the game's threading model at this resolution. However, comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals reveals its positioning. The Intel Core i9-9900K has an average score of 27,097, which is only 0.2% higher than the 5700G. Similarly, the Intel Core i7-1370P scores 26,900, putting it 0.6% behind. This indicates that the 5700G's compute performance is competitive with these alternatives, and the differences in synthetic benchmarks are marginal.

The influence of the CPU becomes more apparent when examining the scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p High, the average FPS is 98, and at 1440p High, it drops to 64. This scaling is expected as the GPU takes on more rendering work. The CPU's role is to prepare frames, and with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz and a 16 MB L3 cache, it does so adequately. The Passmark multithread score of 24,419 further underscores its capability in heavily threaded workloads. In The Technomancer, the data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p, but at 4K, the GPU's workload increases to the point where the CPU's high framerate potential is untapped, as the GPU cannot keep up.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured data, the optimal balance between visual quality and performance is found at the High preset. At 1920x1080, the High preset yields an average FPS of 98, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at the same resolution produces an average of 115 FPS, with a minimum of 98 FPS, but the jump to High offers a significant visual improvement for a relatively modest 17 FPS drop. The Ultra preset, while offering the highest fidelity, drops the average to 77 FPS at 1080p, which is still playable but starts to approach the lower bounds of what is comfortable for fast-paced action.

At 2560x1440, the High preset continues to be the recommended choice, delivering an average of 64 FPS. This is a playable framerate, though it is less headroom than at 1080p. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 FPS, which could be preferable for those who prioritize a higher framerate over visual details. The Low preset at 1440p jumps to 98 FPS, but the graphical compromises are substantial. For 4K, the data suggests that High is not a viable option, as it averages only 35 FPS. The Low preset at 4K averages 54 FPS, making it the only setting that approaches playability, though it significantly reduces the game's visual quality.

The measured rows show that the Ultra preset is consistently the most demanding, with the largest drop-off in FPS at each resolution. The data indicates that the High preset provides the best experience per the measured rows, as it maintains a high average FPS at 1080p and 1440p while offering significantly better visuals than the Medium or Low presets. For users with a 4K display, the Low preset is the only one that provides an average FPS above 30, but it is a compromise that many may find unacceptable.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling across resolutions is stark and reveals the GPU as the primary bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 150 at 1080p to 98 at 1440p, a reduction of 52 FPS, and then to 54 at 4K, a further drop of 44 FPS. This pattern is consistent across all settings. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 98 at 1080p to 64 at 1440p (a 34 FPS drop) and then to 35 at 4K (a 29 FPS drop). The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep, with the framerate often halving, which is a classic sign of a GPU that is running out of pixel-pushing capability.

This data suggests that the rendering load is heavily dependent on the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth. The RTX 5050 has a pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and a memory bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. At 4K, the number of pixels to render is 4 times that of 1080p, and the data shows that the GPU cannot maintain the same level of performance. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory is also a factor, as higher resolutions and settings can exceed this capacity, potentially causing performance dips.

The fact that the FPS drop is so pronounced at 4K High (35 FPS) and 4K Ultra (28 FPS) indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS would not scale as drastically with resolution. The 5700G's strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12,830.5, is not being utilized to its full potential at higher resolutions because the GPU is unable to render frames fast enough. The 1080p results, with a maximum of 150 FPS on Low, show that the CPU can handle high framerates, but the GPU's performance ceiling is reached well before 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 1,721st out of 2,825 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom. The rank of 1,721 suggests that a significant number of other combinations outperform it, likely those with more powerful GPUs or CPUs. However, this rank must be interpreted in the context of the game's age and the hardware's capabilities.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database provide some context for its performance. The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21,035, with its closest competitor being the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, which scores 21,153 (0.6% higher). The AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21,237 (1% higher), and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile scores 21,379 (1.6% higher). These are all comparable in raw compute power, but the RTX 5050's 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs shows it is a mid-range part. The combo's rank of 1,721 out of 2,825 means it falls in the 61st percentile of all tested combos, which is a slightly below-average position but not a poor one.

The data shows that this combo is more capable than many, but it is not a high-end setup. The rank suggests that for The Technomancer, a game from 2016, this hardware is sufficient for playable framerates at 1080p and 1440p, but it is not competitive with modern high-end systems. The CPU's performance is well-matched with the GPU, as neither component is drastically over or underpowered for the other, but the overall system is limited by the GPU's mid-range capabilities, especially at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 98.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700G a bottleneck for the RTX 5050 in this game?

A: The data suggests it is not a significant bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 150, indicating the CPU can handle high framerates. The performance drop at higher resolutions is consistent with GPU limitations.

Q: What is the best preset for 2560x1440 gaming?

A: The High preset provides a good balance, with an average FPS of 64. The Medium preset offers a higher average of 75 FPS, but with reduced visual quality.

Q: Can this combo play the game at 4K?

A: At 4K, the only playable setting is Low, which averages 54 FPS. High and Medium presets average 35 FPS and 41 FPS respectively, which are below the ideal playability threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5050's average benchmark score is 21,035. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL is 0.6% higher, the AMD Radeon HD 8970M is 1% higher, and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile is 1.6% higher.

*Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested systems in The Technomancer?*

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combo ranks 1,721st out of 2,825 tested combos.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data for this combo in The Technomancer is as follows:

• 1920x1080 (1080p)
• Low: Average FPS of 150.
• Medium: Average FPS of 115, with a minimum of 98 and a maximum of 132.
• High: Average FPS of 98.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 77.

• 2560x1440 (1440p)
• Low: Average FPS of 98.
• Medium: Average FPS of 75, with a minimum of 64 and a maximum of 87.
• High: Average FPS of 64.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 50.

• 3840x2160 (4K)
• Low: Average FPS of 54.
• Medium: Average FPS of 41, with a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 48.
• High: Average FPS of 35.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 28.

The data shows a consistent pattern of diminishing returns as settings increase. The jump from Low to Medium is significant at each resolution, but the jump from High to Ultra is less steep. The minimum FPS data is only available for the Medium preset at each resolution, showing a stable experience with a 17 FPS delta between min and max at 1080p, 23 FPS at 1440p, and 13 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the Medium preset provides a relatively consistent framerate without major stutters.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is the primary driver of performance in The Technomancer, as evidenced by the FPS scaling. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz. With 2,560 shading units, it achieves an FP32 performance of 13.17 TFLOPS. The GPU's memory is a critical factor, as the game's texture and geometry demands increase with resolution and settings, and the 8 GB capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but may be stressed at 4K Ultra.

The RTX 5050's synthetic benchmark scores are modest, with a Passmark G3D score of 17,326 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2,502. These scores place it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. In The Technomancer, the GPU's behavior is consistent with its mid-range positioning. At 1080p Low, the average FPS of 150 shows the GPU is not the limiting factor, as the CPU can push frames faster. However, at 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 28 demonstrates the GPU's inability to handle the pixel count and rendering complexity.

The GPU's pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s are the key specs that determine its performance at high resolutions. The data shows a clear correlation: as the resolution increases, the GPU's fill rate becomes the bottleneck, causing the FPS to plummet. The RTX 5050's performance in this game is adequate for 1080p High and 1440p Medium/High, but it is not designed for 4K gaming. The 8 GB VRAM is a limiting factor at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS is 28, indicating that the memory capacity and bandwidth are insufficient for the game's highest settings at that resolution.