The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT delivers a robust experience in The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG. The benchmark data shows this combination ranks in the 56th percentile (932nd out of 1656 tested combos) in this specific title. With a 12 GB frame buffer and a boost clock of 2581 MHz, the GPU provides substantial headroom for the game's demands, though 4K Ultra settings push the hardware to its limits.

FAQ

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

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 113.3 frames per second. This indicates a very smooth experience, well above standard 60 Hz refresh rates.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 29.7 FPS (Ultra) up to 62.3 FPS (Low). The High preset yields 41.4 FPS, while the Medium preset achieves 48 FPS.

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

A: The data shows a significant performance gap. At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 110.4 FPS, whereas the Ultra preset drops to 55.1 FPS — a difference of roughly 55 frames per second.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: Based on the benchmark scores, the CPU ranks in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all GPUs. The measured FPS scaling with resolution suggests the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases.

Q: What is the best resolution for maintaining over 100 FPS?

A: The only configuration exceeding 100 FPS is at 1920x1080, where both Low (172.7 FPS) and High (113.3 FPS) presets surpass that threshold. At 2560x1440, only the Low preset (110.4 FPS) breaks 100 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This specific combination ranks 932nd out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the rankings, indicating balanced but not top-tier performance for this title.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is the primary driver of visual performance in this test, equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's boost clock reaches 2581 MHz, with a game clock of 2424 MHz, providing the computational throughput necessary for the game's rendering demands.

The memory configuration proves adequate for the tested presets. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the game averages 29.7 FPS, suggesting the 12 GB frame buffer is saturated by the combination of high resolution and maximum detail. Dropping to High settings at the same resolution improves the average to 41.4 FPS, while the Low preset yields 62.3 FPS — demonstrating that memory bandwidth and capacity play a significant role in 4K performance.

The GPU's architectural features, based on RDNA 2.0 with 40 ray accelerators and 2560 shading units, deliver 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. This compute capability translates directly to the measured frame rates: at 1920x1080, the GPU maintains 86.8 FPS even at Ultra settings, showing that the Radeon RX 6700 XT has ample headroom for lower resolutions. The pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 413.0 GTexel/s support the observed scaling between 1080p and 4K.

The GPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (0.7% higher average score) and the NVIDIA RTX A5000 (1.3% higher). Notably, the RX 6700 XT outperforms the AMD Radeon HD 7950 and AMD Radeon RX 480 by 1% in average benchmark scores. However, in The Technomancer, performance is heavily influenced by the game's engine characteristics, which appear to favor the larger memory bandwidth of this RDNA 2.0 part at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT achieves a rank of 932 out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This positioning places the system in the 56th percentile overall, meaning roughly 44% of tested configurations deliver higher average frame rates in this specific title.

This ranking reflects a balance between CPU and GPU capabilities. The Ryzen 7 7700X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, posts an average benchmark score of 34313, which places it in the 89th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13500 (0.4% higher score) and the Intel Core i7-12800HX (0.5% higher), while it slightly edges out the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and AMD EPYC 4244P by 0.8%.

The GPU's contribution to the ranking is more moderate. The Radeon RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 33721, placing it in the 77th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest competitors, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 and NVIDIA RTX A5000, score 0.7% and 1.3% higher respectively. The relatively lower GPU percentile compared to the CPU percentile suggests that the graphics card is the component holding back the overall combo rank in this game.

The rank of 932 out of 1656 indicates that while this system is far from the top performers, it sits comfortably above the median. For a game released in 2016, this modern hardware combination delivers respectable performance, with the data showing that the system handles 1080p and 1440p gaming with ease while 4K requires careful settings management.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates strong performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 172.7 FPS, Medium reaches 131.9 FPS, High delivers 113.3 FPS, and Ultra maintains 86.8 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p gaming is exceptionally smooth, with even the most demanding preset staying well above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains solid but shows the expected decline. The Low preset averages 110.4 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings yield 84.6 FPS, High produces 74.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 55.1 FPS. The step from Low to Ultra at this resolution represents a 50% reduction in average frame rate, highlighting the impact of the game's higher-detail settings.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to struggle with the heaviest workloads. The Low preset manages 62.3 FPS, which is playable, while Medium drops to 48 FPS. High settings lower the average to 41.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 29.7 FPS — below the threshold for smooth 30 FPS gameplay. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings shows a reduction from 86.8 FPS to 29.7 FPS, a 66% decrease that underscores the computational demands of 4K rendering.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the gap between Low and Ultra settings widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 85.9 FPS, while at 4K, the difference narrows to 32.6 FPS. This suggests that at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes fully utilized and the relative cost of each quality setting changes.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal configuration depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080 displays, the High preset at 113.3 FPS provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 86.8 FPS is also viable for 60 Hz monitors, offering the maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 74.4 FPS, which is suitable for most gaming monitors. Users with 144 Hz displays should consider the Medium preset at 84.6 FPS or the Low preset at 110.4 FPS to take full advantage of higher refresh rates. The Ultra preset at 55.1 FPS remains playable but may exhibit noticeable frame pacing issues on high-refresh displays.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests a significant compromise is necessary. The Low preset at 62.3 FPS is the only 4K configuration that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for competitive or fast-paced gameplay. The Medium preset at 48 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced exploration, while the High preset at 41.4 FPS and Ultra at 29.7 FPS are best reserved for screenshots or cinematic viewing rather than active play.

The overall recommendation is to prioritize the High preset at 1080p or 1440p for the best balance of visual quality and performance. For 4K gaming, the Low preset provides the most consistent experience, while the Medium preset offers a reasonable middle ground for users who prioritize image quality over frame rate. The Ultra preset should only be used at 1080p, where the system maintains adequate performance.