The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales predictably with resolution. When paired with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, the data shows a clear hierarchy of performance across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, with the GPU becoming the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, the role of the CPU and GPU components, and provides practical settings recommendations based solely on the observed data.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, driven by the rendering load shifting onto the GPU. At 1080p, the system is often CPU-bound or at least lightly loaded on the GPU, allowing for very high frame rates. At 4K, the GPU becomes the unequivocal bottleneck, and the frame rates reflect the raw compute and memory bandwidth demands of the game.

Starting with the High settings preset, the average FPS climbs from 66 at 3840x2160 to 120 at 2560x1440, and finally to 184 at 1920x1080. This represents a significant drop-off: 4K performance is roughly 45% lower than at 1440p, and 1440p is about 35% lower than 1080p. The scaling from 1440p to 1080p is 53% higher, showing that the RTX 5070 Ti has ample headroom at lower resolutions, where the CPU’s capabilities are more likely to cap performance.

The Low settings preset shows a similar trend with higher absolute numbers. At 4K, the average is 101 FPS; at 1440p, it reaches 183 FPS; and at 1080p, it hits 254 FPS. The jump from 4K to 1440p is an 81% increase, while from 1440p to 1080p is a 39% increase. This indicates that even at the lowest settings, the 4K resolution is still a significant load for the GPU, while at 1080p the frame rate is likely limited more by the CPU’s single-threaded performance or the engine’s frame pacing, as the GPU is not fully utilized.

For the Medium preset, the data provides minimum and maximum FPS values. At 4K, the average is 77 FPS with a min of 66 and max of 89. At 1440p, the average is 141 FPS with a min of 120 and max of 162. At 1080p, the average is 215 FPS with a min of 183 and max of 248. The relative scaling between resolutions is consistent, with 1440p being 83% faster than 4K, and 1080p being 52% faster than 1440p.

Finally, the Ultra preset shows the most demanding scenario. At 4K, the average dips to 52 FPS; at 1440p, it rises to 94 FPS; and at 1080p, it reaches 144 FPS. The 4K to 1440p improvement is 81%, and 1440p to 1080p is 53%. The 4K Ultra result of 52 FPS is the only sub-60 FPS average in the entire measurement set, making it the only configuration where a high refresh rate display would be underutilized.

The data clearly indicates that the CPU plays a more significant role at 1080p, while the GPU dominates at 1440p and 4K. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steeper than from 1080p to 1440p across all settings, indicating that the GPU’s compute and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors at higher resolutions. The RTX 5070 Ti’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory becomes more critical at 4K, as the frame buffer demands increase with resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the dominant component in this analysis, driving the majority of the performance differences across resolutions and settings. Its architecture, Blackwell 2.0, and 5 nm process node from TSMC, are key to its capabilities. The GPU is built on a 45,600 million transistor die, with a 8960 shading units and 280 texture mapping units.

The GPU’s memory subsystem is a significant factor. It comes equipped with 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s. This substantial bandwidth is crucial for the game’s high-resolution texture data and explains why the 4K performance is relatively strong, even at High settings, where the average FPS remains above 60. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). At lower resolutions, this bandwidth is not fully utilized, but at 4K it becomes a critical asset.

The GPU’s clock speeds are also notable. The base clock is 2295 MHz, and the boost clock is 2452 MHz. These clocks are relatively high and contribute to the GPU’s compute capability. The RTX 5070 Ti has a pixel rate of 235.4 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 686.6 GTexel/s, which are directly relevant to how quickly it can fill pixels and apply textures at high resolutions. The FP32 performance of 43.94 TFLOPS and FP16 of 43.94 TFLOPS (1:1) are also relevant for general shader work.

The GPU’s benchmark scores are useful for comparison. In 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12), it scores 6604, and in Geekbench Vulkan it scores 225122. Its Passmark G3D score is 32974, and its Passmark GPU Compute score is 20203. These scores place the GPU in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, indicating strong performance relative to the general database.

The nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 with an average score of 50001 (-0.1% difference), the Intel Arc A550M with 49737 (0.4% difference), the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT with 50951 (-2% difference), and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT with 48477 (3.1% difference). The RTX 5070 Ti’s average benchmark score is 49957, which is nearly identical to the RX Vega 64, but it is 3.1% faster than the RX 6800 XT. This shows that in synthetic tests, the RTX 5070 Ti is competitive with or slightly ahead of these previous-generation cards, though the game-specific results may vary.

In The Technomancer specifically, the GPU is the primary limiting factor at 4K, especially at Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 52. This is a scenario where the GPU’s raw compute and memory bandwidth are being fully taxed. At 1080p, the GPU is far from the bottleneck; the data shows that even at Low settings, the system only reaches 254 FPS, suggesting that the CPU is the limiting component at that resolution. The GPU has enough headroom to push far higher frame rates if the CPU could keep up.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is a Zen 3 architecture processor, part of the AMD 5000 series on the AM4 socket. It is built on a 7 nm process from TSMC, with 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. The processor is an 8-core, 16-thread design with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock up to 4.80 GHz. This combination of high clock speed and core count is well-suited for gaming, where both single-threaded and multi-threaded performance are relevant.

The CPU’s cache hierarchy is substantial: 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 32 MB of L3 cache. This large L3 cache can help improve gaming performance by holding frequently accessed data, reducing the pressure on system memory. The memory support is DDR4, with a dual-channel bus providing 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The ECC memory support is also present, a feature not critical for gaming.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 7 5800XT shows strong multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 23794, and its single-core score is 3359. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 9993 and single-core is 1410. In 3DMark’s 16-thread test, it scores 7683, and in the 8-thread test, it scores 6141. The single-thread score in 3DMark is 959. The Passmark multi-thread score is 28053, and the single-thread score is 3535. These scores indicate that the CPU has a strong single-threaded capability, which is crucial for games that are not heavily multi-threaded.

The CPU’s performance percentile relative to all CPUs is the 81st percentile, with an average benchmark score of 29879. The nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H with an average score of 29868 (0% difference), the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS with 29955 (-0.3% difference), the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS with 29955 (-0.3% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X with 29713 (0.6% difference). This shows the 5800XT is perfectly aligned with these other high-end CPUs, delivering performance within a 0.6% margin of them.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU’s role is most apparent at 1080p. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the average FPS is 254, and at Medium it is 215. These high frame rates are indicative of a CPU that can keep up with the GPU’s rendering, but the fact that the FPS does not scale linearly with resolution suggests that the CPU is not the main constraint. At 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized, but the CPU is likely hitting its limits in terms of instruction throughput or draw call processing. The high single-thread score (3535 in Passmark) is likely instrumental in achieving these frame rates.

The CPU’s core and thread count also matter. Even though The Technomancer is not a heavily threaded game, the 16 threads of the 5800XT can handle system overhead and background tasks without impacting game performance. The high boost clock of 4.80 GHz is a key factor; it allows the CPU to rapidly process game logic and physics, which in turn feeds data to the GPU.

At 1440p and 4K, the CPU’s role diminishes. The GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the CPU’s performance is less critical. The frame rates at 4K Ultra (52 FPS) and 4K Medium (77 FPS) are significantly lower than at 1080p, which shows that the GPU’s render time is dominating the total frame time. The CPU is still sufficient to feed the GPU, but its headroom is no longer the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combination can achieve at 4K?

A: The highest 4K average is 101 FPS, achieved with the Low settings preset. The most demanding preset, Ultra, yields an average of 52 FPS.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT or the RTX 5070 Ti the bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the primary limiting factor at 1080p. At Low settings, the average FPS is 254, and at Medium it is 215. The GPU has the capacity to render more frames, but the CPU’s processing speed caps the output.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between the Medium and High presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset has an average FPS of 141, while the High preset averages 120. This is a difference of 21 FPS, with Medium being 17% faster.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to its nearest rival, the RX 6800 XT, in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 49957, while the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has an average of 48477. The RTX 5070 Ti is 3.1% faster based on these scores.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 4K Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 66 FPS, with an average of 77 and a max of 89.

Q: Which settings preset at 4K is the only one to drop below 60 FPS on average?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 is the only preset with an average FPS below 60, at 52 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table provides the exact measured FPS data for this combination in The TechnoMancer.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| ---------- | -------- | ----------- | ------- | ------- |

| 3840x2160 | High | 66 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 101 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 77 | 66 | 89 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 52 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 120 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 183 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 141 | 120 | 162 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 94 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 184 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 254 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 215 | 183 | 248 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 144 | - | - |

The data shows a clear hierarchy: at a given resolution, the Low preset gives the highest FPS, followed by Medium, then High, and Ultra provides the lowest. The Medium preset is the only one with min/max data, but the relative ordering is consistent.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the best experience depends on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For 1080p gamers with 144Hz displays, the High preset provides a near-perfect 184 FPS average. This is an excellent balance between visual fidelity and performance. If a higher refresh rate (240Hz) is the goal, the Low preset achieves 254 FPS, though the visual quality is substantially compromised. The Ultra preset at 144 FPS is also viable for 144Hz, but is only 40 FPS faster than the High preset, while the Medium preset offers a 31 FPS advantage over High with the same visual quality as Low. The 1080p Medium at 215 FPS is a strong choice for 200Hz+ displays.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers a smooth 120 FPS, which is perfect for 120Hz or 144Hz displays. The Medium preset at 141 FPS is also a good option for players with 144Hz panels, offering a 21 FPS improvement over High. The Ultra preset at 94 FPS is still very playable for 120Hz displays but is much less fluid than High. The Low preset at 183 FPS is for those who prefer maximum frame rates, but the visual trade-off is noticeable.

For 4K, the High preset (66 FPS) is the best quality option that remains above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 77 FPS is also a viable choice for a smoother experience, though it comes with slightly lower visual quality. The Ultra preset at 52 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and is not recommended for a consistent feel. Low at 101 FPS is the best for 4K 100Hz displays.

The Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot across all resolutions, as it provides a significantly higher FPS than High or Ultra, while offering a reasonable visual quality upgrade over Low. The specific min and max data for Medium shows a stable frame time experience, with the min being only 10-15% lower than the average.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination holds a rank of 390 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This means it is in the top 11% of all tested configurations, placing it in a strong position the overall performance hierarchy.

Given that the game is from 2016, this rank reflects a very high level of performance. The combination is not the absolute top, but it is well above the median and should provide an excellent experience at all resolutions. The rank is a result of the high frame rates achieved across the board, with the only dip being the 4K Ultra setting.

The fact that it ranks 390th out of 3696 indicates that it is outperforming the vast majority of systems. The top positions are likely held by newer, more expensive CPUs and GPUs, but this combination is still a strong contender. The CPU’s 81st percentile and the GPU’s 86th percentile combined place this system in the upper echelon of gaming PCs.

The rank is a holistic measure, and the data shows this combo excels in The Technomancer. It can deliver 4K at over 60 FPS in most presets, 1440p at over 120 FPS, and 1080p at over 180 FPS, making it a powerful and versatile setup for this title.