The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT in The Technomancer demonstrates a configuration where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance ensures headroom at lower settings. The data indicates a playable experience at 1080p and 1440p, but 4K Ultra pushes the combination below the 60 FPS threshold, revealing the limits of the graphics card in this 2016 Action RPG.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected decline as resolution increases, but the rate of that decline is telling. At 1080p with High settings, the combo delivers 112.9 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops performance to 75.7 FPS, a reduction of approximately 33%. Stepping up to 4K High further reduces the average to 43.2 FPS, another 43% decline from the 1440p figure. This steep scaling curve, especially between 1440p and 4K, points directly at the Radeon RX 6700 XT as the limiting component. The GPU’s 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 384.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are being saturated by the increased pixel count.

The pattern holds across all settings presets. At Low settings, the combo achieves 173.3 FPS at 1080p, which falls to 111.6 FPS at 1440p (a 36% drop) and then to 61.6 FPS at 4K (a 45% drop from 1440p). This consistent, non-linear degradation indicates that the CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not the primary constraint even at lower resolutions where the frame rate is highest. The 5800XT’s boost clock of 4.80 GHz and 32 MB of L3 cache provide sufficient processing power to keep up with the GPU’s output at 1080p, but as the resolution climbs, the rendering load on the GPU increases disproportionately.

The most dramatic scaling is seen at Ultra settings. The combo manages 88.7 FPS at 1080p, but this plummets to 54.9 FPS at 1440p and then to just 31.5 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is less than half the 1080p Ultra figure, confirming that the RX 6700 XT’s 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 64 ROPs are overwhelmed by the combination of maximum visual fidelity and high pixel density. For a smooth 60 FPS experience at 4K, the data suggests that even Low settings (61.6 FPS) are borderline, making 4K a challenging target for this configuration.

Settings Recommendations

Benchmark results indicate that the optimal experience balances visual quality with frame rate stability. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an excellent 112.9 FPS average, and even Ultra achieves a playable 88.7 FPS. The data suggests that at 1080p, players can comfortably use High or Ultra settings without sacrificing smoothness, as both remain well above the 60 FPS standard.

At 2560x1440, the High preset provides the best balance, with 75.7 FPS. This is a significant improvement over Ultra’s 54.9 FPS, which dips below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 83.5 FPS is also viable, but High offers better visual quality for only a 9% performance cost. Low at 111.6 FPS is unnecessarily fast for most displays and sacrifices too much visual fidelity.

For 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. Ultra is not recommended, as the 31.5 FPS average is far below playable standards. High at 43.2 FPS is also marginal. The Medium preset at 45.2 FPS performs similarly, offering no real advantage. The only preset that approaches acceptable playability is Low, which provides 61.6 FPS. However, this requires significant visual compromises. The data indicates that 4K gaming with this combo is only viable at the lowest settings, making 1440p the practical ceiling for a balanced experience.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU combo in The Technomancer?*

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with High settings yields 75.7 FPS, which is the highest resolution with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while retaining good visual quality. 1080p Ultra is also excellent at 88.7 FPS, but 4K is only playable at Low settings (61.6 FPS).

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K with maximum settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the measured average FPS is 31.5, which is below the standard playability threshold. The GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution and settings combination.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 112.9 at 1080p to 75.7 at 1440p, a reduction of 37.2 FPS. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 88.7 to 54.9 FPS, showing a similar proportional loss.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5800XT bottlenecking the RX 6700 XT in this game?

A: The evidence suggests no. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 173.3 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU well. The steep FPS drops at higher resolutions are characteristic of a GPU bottleneck, not a CPU limitation.

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

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings produce 111.6 FPS, while Ultra produces 54.9 FPS. This represents a 56.7 FPS difference, highlighting the significant cost of maximum visual effects on this GPU.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to the RX 6800 in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 33721, while its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800, scores 33493. The RX 6700 XT is 0.7% ahead of the RX 6800 in this metric.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ranks 923rd out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating that while it is far from the top-tier configurations, it is not a low-end performer either. The rank of 923 out of 1656 puts it in the 55th percentile of all tested combinations, suggesting that roughly 45% of tested systems perform better in this specific game.

The CPU’s individual standing is strong, with a percentile of 86 versus all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 29774. This places it slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (0.3% delta), while being marginally behind the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (-0.3%) and AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (-0.3%). The GPU’s percentile is 77 versus all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 33721. This puts it 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 and 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A5000, but 1% behind the older AMD Radeon HD 7950 and RX 480.

The mid-pack ranking of the combo in this game is likely due to the game’s release in 2016, predating the hardware. The RX 6700 XT’s architecture is designed for modern titles, and its performance in this older game is strong but not exceptional. The rank suggests that many other combinations, likely with newer or higher-end GPUs, achieve better frame rates.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is clearly the dominant factor in determining frame rates at higher resolutions. Its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but becomes strained at 4K. The GPU’s clocks are substantial, with a base of 2321 MHz, a game clock of 2424 MHz, and a boost clock of 2581 MHz. These high frequencies contribute to its 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 413.0 GTexel/s texture rate.

The benchmark data shows that the GPU’s performance scales predictably with settings. The transition from Low to Ultra at 1080p reduces FPS from 173.3 to 88.7, a 49% drop. This is a significant penalty but leaves the game very playable. At 4K, the same settings transition causes a drop from 61.6 to 31.5 FPS, a 49% drop as well, but the starting point is too low for a good experience. The GPU’s 64 ROPs and 2560 shading units are taxed heavily at 4K Ultra, resulting in the sub-30 FPS average.

The GPU’s position relative to its rivals is telling. Its average benchmark score of 33721 is 0.7% higher than the RX 6800, but in-game performance may differ. The 16 Gbps effective memory speed and 2000 MHz memory clock are standard for the RDNA 2.0 architecture. For The Technomancer, the GPU’s role is decisive: it provides enough power for smooth 1440p gaming but cannot sustain high frame rates at 4K with maxed settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the configuration performs admirably across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 173.3 FPS, Medium drops to 130.8 FPS, High to 112.9 FPS, and Ultra to 88.7 FPS. All these figures are well above the 60 FPS standard, making 1080p a very comfortable resolution for this combo.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows more variation. Low settings yield 111.6 FPS, Medium delivers 83.5 FPS, High provides 75.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 54.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that falls below 60 FPS, suggesting that players should stick to High or Medium for a consistent experience.

At 3840x2160, the data reveals a significant challenge. Low settings achieve 61.6 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium and High produce similar results at 45.2 and 43.2 FPS respectively, while Ultra drops to 31.5 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is only viable at the lowest settings preset, and even then, it is marginal.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT provides a robust foundation for this gaming configuration. With 8 cores, 16 threads, and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, the CPU delivers strong multi-threaded performance that is more than sufficient for The Technomancer. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and single-core score of 3359 demonstrate high computational throughput.

The CPU’s role in this game is to ensure that frame rates are not limited by processing power. The data supports this, as the FPS at 1080p Low (173.3) is exceptionally high, indicating that the CPU is not a bottleneck even when the GPU is less stressed. The 32 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth help maintain smooth data flow to the GPU.

The CPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29774. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, scores 29740, a negligible 0.1% difference. This indicates that the 5800XT is a well-rounded processor that will not hold back the RX 6700 XT in most scenarios. In The Technomancer, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R20 score of 1410) is particularly valuable, as the game’s engine likely relies on fewer threads. The data confirms that the CPU is a supporting player, enabling the GPU to operate at its full potential without any processor-induced frame rate limits.