The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, places specific demands on a system that the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 handles with clear, predictable scaling. The measured data shows a setup where the GPU is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while the CPU's robust multi-threading ensures headroom at lower settings. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results to explain exactly what this combo delivers, where its limits are, and what settings provide the best playable experience.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, clearly identifying the GPU as the limiting factor in this pairing. At 1080p High, the system produces an average of 111.5 FPS, but this falls to 72.7 FPS at 1440p and further to 37.3 FPS at 4K. This represents a 67% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, a pattern that is typical for a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 when pushed to higher pixel counts.

The scaling pattern is more revealing when looking at the Low settings preset. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 170 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far more frames than it can render at higher settings. However, at 4K Low, the average drops to 62.8 FPS. This 63% reduction from the 1080p figure indicates that even at the lowest graphical load, the GPU's rendering throughput becomes the bottleneck as resolution increases, rather than the CPU's processing power. The RTX 4060, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus, is being saturated by the pixel workload at 4K, regardless of the complexity of the scene.

The gap between settings also widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (170 FPS) and Ultra (84.6 FPS) is 85.4 FPS. At 4K, the difference between Low (62.8 FPS) and Ultra (32.2 FPS) is only 30.6 FPS. This compression of performance at 4K confirms that the GPU is running out of raw fillrate and memory bandwidth, making the choice of settings less impactful than the resolution itself. For this game, 1440p appears to be the sweet spot for this hardware, offering a High preset at 72.7 FPS, which is well within the range of a smooth experience on a high-refresh-rate monitor.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is a Zen 4 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, capable of boosting up to 5.30 GHz. Its benchmark results indicate a strong multi-threaded performer, scoring 29,302 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 34,470 in Passmark multithread. This capability is reflected in the game's performance, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls becomes more prominent.

The data shows that the Ryzen 7 7700 is not the bottleneck in this configuration, even at 1080p. The fact that the system reaches 170 FPS at 1080p Low suggests that the CPU has ample headroom to handle the game's engine demands. The processor's single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 4,136, is also strong, which is crucial for a title that may not fully utilize all 16 threads. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration ensures that even if the game is poorly optimized for multi-threading, there are enough physical cores to handle background tasks without impacting frame pacing.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 7700 sits in a very tight performance band. It is a mere 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 in average benchmark score. It trails the Intel Core i9-13905H by 0.6% but is 1.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T. This indicates that the CPU's role is to provide consistent, stable performance without being a limiting factor, rather than to deliver a significant advantage over other high-end chips. The bottleneck in this game's benchmark results is clearly the GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p with High settings?

A: The average frame rate is 72.7 FPS, which is a very playable level for most users.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 capable of running The Technomancer at 4K?

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 4K with Low settings, it averages 62.8 FPS, but at High settings, the average drops to 37.3 FPS, which may not be smooth enough for some players.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to 4K Ultra?

A: The 1080p Low preset achieves an average of 170 FPS, which is 137.8 FPS higher than the 4K Ultra average of 32.2 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this game?

A: The benchmark data indicates the GPU is the main bottleneck. The frame rate drops significantly as resolution increases, while the CPU's high multi-threaded benchmark scores suggest it has sufficient headroom.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Medium and High presets at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the Medium preset averages 128.3 FPS, while High averages 111.5 FPS. This is a 16.8 FPS difference in favor of Medium.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 7700 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700 has a 0.1% higher average benchmark score, making their performance statistically equivalent.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 951st out of 1,656 tested combos for The Technomancer. This places it in the upper-middle range of all tested systems, indicating that it is a competent setup for this game but not at the top tier of performance. The ranking reflects the balance between the high-end CPU and the mid-range GPU.

This ranking is more heavily influenced by the GPU's performance than the CPU's. The RTX 4060, while a capable card, ranks in the 66th percentile of all GPUs and sits very close to its nearest rivals. It is 0.6% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 6600M and 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti, while being 0.7% faster than the Intel Arc B580 and 0.8% faster than the AMD Radeon 760M. This grouping means that the GPU is performing as expected for its class, and the combo's rank is a direct result of the GPU's position in the market.

The CPU, in contrast, is a top-tier performer, ranking in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. This creates an imbalance where the processor is capable of supporting a much more powerful graphics card. The combo's rank of 951 suggests that while the CPU is ready for more demanding tasks, the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor in this game, holding the system back from higher positions in the rankings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a clear matrix of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. Here is the exact breakdown:

• 3840x2160 (4K)
• Ultra: Average 32.2 FPS
• High: Average 37.3 FPS
• Medium: Average 46.9 FPS
• Low: Average 62.8 FPS

• 2560x1440 (1440p)
• Ultra: Average 56.1 FPS
• High: Average 72.7 FPS
• Medium: Average 85.5 FPS
• Low: Average 113.1 FPS

• 1920x1080 (1080p)
• Ultra: Average 84.6 FPS
• High: Average 111.5 FPS
• Medium: Average 128.3 FPS
• Low: Average 170.0 FPS

The data shows a linear progression within each resolution, with each step down in settings providing a significant boost to average frame rate. The most substantial relative jump is from Ultra to High across all resolutions, while the jump from High to Medium is smaller. At 1080p, even the Ultra preset remains playable at 84.6 FPS, but at 4K, only the Low preset crosses the 60 FPS threshold. This breakdown confirms that the GPU is the primary constraint, as the performance scales predictably with the rendering load.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend entirely on the target resolution and desired refresh rate. For a standard 60 FPS target, the data suggests the following:

• At 1080p: The Ultra preset at 84.6 FPS is the best choice for maximum visual quality without sacrificing a smooth frame rate. If a higher refresh rate is the priority, the High preset at 111.5 FPS or Medium at 128.3 FPS are excellent options.

• At 1440p: The High preset at 72.7 FPS is the recommended sweet spot, providing a solid balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset at 56.1 FPS is also viable, but it falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 85.5 FPS is a good alternative if you prefer to have more headroom for demanding scenes.

• At 4K: The only preset that maintains a playable average frame rate is Low, at 62.8 FPS. The Medium preset at 46.9 FPS is borderline playable, but it is likely to experience noticeable stuttering in busy moments. For a consistent experience at this resolution, players will need to accept the Low preset's reduced visual quality, or consider lowering the resolution.

For the best overall experience, the data points to 1440p with the High preset. This configuration delivers an average of 72.7 FPS, which is high enough for most monitors and provides a significant visual upgrade over 1080p, without the severe performance penalty of 4K. The combination of the Ryzen 7 7700 and RTX 4060 is well-matched for this target, ensuring that the CPU will not cause frame drops and the GPU can maintain a stable output.