The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an intriguing test case for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. This combination of an older 8-core processor with a current flagship GPU produces a distinct performance profile across resolutions and settings, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. The results reveal a system that is heavily influenced by the CPU at lower resolutions, while the GPU’s immense power becomes the dominant factor at 4K, creating a complex picture for potential users.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a desktop processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture and codenamed Cezanne. It contains 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration provides a solid foundation for gaming, and its benchmark scores place it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating stronger-than-average overall performance. In synthetic tests, the processor achieves a multi-thread score of 20755 in Cinebench R23 and a single-thread score of 2930 in the same test, showcasing a balanced capability for both multi-threaded workloads and single-threaded game logic.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU’s role becomes most apparent when examining the frame rates at 1920x1080. At this resolution, the GPU is not the primary bottleneck. For instance, with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 237.1, while High settings yield 202.2 FPS. The gap between these settings is relatively small, suggesting that the CPU is near its limit in feeding frames to the GPU. This is further supported by the fact that the CPU’s single-thread performance, while respectable, is not exceptional for a modern flagship pairing. The Ryzen 7 5700G’s average benchmark score of 25626 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (25706, with a deltaPct of -0.3) and the Intel Core 5 210H (25490, with a deltaPct of 0.5). These close margins confirm that this CPU sits in a performance bracket where it can drive high frame rates but will eventually cap the system’s maximum output in CPU-bound scenarios.

The data suggests that in The Technomancer, the CPU is sufficient to deliver very high frame rates at 1080p, but it does not have the headroom to push beyond the 237 FPS ceiling seen at Low settings. As the resolution increases, the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant, but the GPU’s frame rendering time increases, which shifts the bottleneck. The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth) are adequate for this game, though they are not modern by 2025 standards. Overall, the processor performs its role competently, but it is clearly the limiting factor in this pairing at lower resolutions.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a flagship graphics card based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and the GB202 chip. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a massive 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, with memory running at an effective 28 Gbps. This hardware positions the card in the 94th percentile among all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 84306 is only marginally different from its closest competitors: the RTX 5090 D (84241, deltaPct 0.1) and the RTX 5050 Mobile (84171, deltaPct 0.2). This indicates that the RTX 5090 is near the top of the performance hierarchy, though its lead over the 5050 Mobile is surprisingly small in aggregate benchmarks.

In The Technomancer, the GPU’s role is to render the game’s graphics, and its capabilities are most evident at 3840x2160. At 4K Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 59.7, which is still playable but shows the game’s demands at maximum quality. Lowering to High settings at 4K yields 77.3 FPS, and Medium produces 94.9 FPS. The RTX 5090’s 32 GB of VRAM ensures that memory capacity is never a concern, even at 4K Ultra, where texture data can be extensive. The GPU’s raw compute power, measured at 104.8 TFLOPS FP32, allows it to handle the game’s rendering efficiently, but the data shows that it is not fully utilized at 1080p due to the CPU bottleneck.

The GPU’s performance in this game is characterized by its ability to scale with resolution. At 1920x1080, the RTX 5090 is largely idle, waiting for the CPU to provide draw calls. However, as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the primary driver of performance. The difference between 1080p and 4K at High settings is stark: from 202.2 FPS down to 77.3 FPS, a reduction that highlights the GPU’s workload. The card’s high memory bandwidth and large VRAM pool are assets, but The Technomancer, being a 2016 title, does not leverage the full extent of the RTX 5090’s modern features. The passmark G3D score of 39650 confirms that the GPU is a top-tier performer, yet in this specific game, its dominance is only fully realized at higher resolutions.

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

The measured FPS data across resolutions provides a clear picture of where the bottleneck lies in this system. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 202.2. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings reduces the average to 145 FPS, a drop of 57.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 77.3 FPS, representing a total reduction of 124.9 FPS from 1080p. This scaling pattern is typical of a system where the CPU is limiting at low resolutions and the GPU becomes the limiter at higher resolutions.

Looking at Low settings, the trend is even more pronounced. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 237.1 FPS, but this drops to 205 FPS at 1440p and 123.9 FPS at 4K. The 113.2 FPS difference between 1080p and 4K at Low settings indicates that the CPU is heavily involved in maintaining high frame rates, and as the GPU’s rendering time increases, the CPU’s influence diminishes. The fact that the 1080p Low score is only 34.9 FPS higher than 1080p High (237.1 vs 202.2) suggests that the CPU is nearing its maximum frame output, regardless of graphical load.

The data indicates that the CPU is the limiting component at 1080p, as evidenced by the relatively small frame rate differences between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution. At 1080p Ultra, the system still manages 175.6 FPS, which is only 61.5 FPS lower than Low settings. This is a modest gap compared to the 4K Ultra score of 59.7 FPS, which is 64.2 FPS lower than 4K Low. The resolution scaling shows that the RTX 5090 has immense headroom at 1080p, but the Ryzen 7 5700G cannot feed it fast enough. At 4K, the GPU’s workload becomes the dominant factor, and the frame rates scale more dramatically with settings changes, confirming that the graphics card is now the primary constraint.

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

Based on the measured average FPS values, the optimal settings for this combination depend on the user’s resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual quality. At 1920x1080, all settings presets deliver high frame rates, ranging from 175.6 FPS at Ultra to 237.1 FPS at Low. The Ultra preset is perfectly playable, and given that the CPU is the bottleneck, choosing Ultra does not incur a significant performance penalty compared to lower settings. The difference between Ultra and High at 1080p is 26.6 FPS, which is noticeable but not detrimental. For users with high-refresh-rate monitors, the High preset at 202.2 FPS offers a strong balance between visual fidelity and smoothness, while Ultra at 175.6 FPS is still well above the 144 Hz threshold.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 145 FPS, which is a solid experience for most displays. The Ultra preset at 115.6 FPS is also viable, providing a more detailed image without sacrificing playability. The Low preset at 205 FPS is overkill, as the visual downgrade is not worth the extra frame rate when High already exceeds 144 FPS. The Medium preset at 170.7 FPS sits between High and Low, but High is the better choice for its superior graphics with only a 25.7 FPS cost.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset at 59.7 FPS is marginal for smooth gameplay, while High at 77.3 FPS is a more comfortable option. The Medium preset at 94.9 FPS provides a good balance, offering a significant improvement over High in frame rate without a drastic visual reduction. The Low preset at 123.9 FPS is the fastest, but it sacrifices too much visual quality for a 4K experience. For 4K gaming, the High or Medium presets are recommended, with Medium being the best overall for achieving frame rates above 90 FPS while maintaining acceptable graphics. The data shows that the High preset at 4K is the most balanced choice, as it delivers a playable frame rate while retaining most of the game’s visual features.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for The Technomancer, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is ranked 65th out of 1656 total combos. This places it in the top 4% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a high-performing configuration overall. The rank reflects the system’s ability to deliver strong frame rates across all resolutions and settings, despite the CPU being a potential bottleneck at lower resolutions.

The combo’s rank is influenced by the GPU’s exceptional performance, which carries the system at higher resolutions. The RTX 5090’s 94th percentile standing among all GPUs is the primary driver of this high rank. The CPU, while not a top-tier model, is still in the 83rd percentile, and its performance is sufficient to avoid severely dragging down the overall score. The combination of a strong GPU and a capable CPU results in a system that excels in most scenarios, particularly at 1440p and 4K where the GPU’s power is fully utilized.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing benefits from the RTX 5090’s massive VRAM and bandwidth, which are advantageous in games that demand high-resolution textures. However, the Ryzen 7 5700G’s PCIe Gen 3 interface could theoretically limit data transfer to the GPU, though this does not appear to have a major impact in The Technomancer, as the measured FPS are still very high. The rank of 65 out of 1656 reflects the overall balance of the system, but it also indicates that there are many combinations with newer CPUs that could achieve even higher frame rates at 1080p. For users prioritizing 4K gaming, this combo is an excellent choice, as the GPU’s dominance ensures that the rank remains competitive despite the older processor.