The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that stresses both the CPU and GPU in distinct ways. This analysis examines the measured performance of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, utilizing the provided benchmark data. The results show a configuration that scales predictably with resolution and settings, revealing where each component becomes the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT achieves an average of 109.2 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This specific combination ranks 632nd out of 1656 total tested combos in The Technomancer, placing it in the upper portion of the database.

Q: What is the largest performance drop when moving from High to Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 91.1 FPS on High settings to 69.7 FPS on Ultra settings, a decrease of approximately 23%.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU become the bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates a GPU bottleneck at 3840x2160, as the frame rate drops to 35.8 FPS on Ultra settings, which is below the 49.4 FPS seen at High settings, showing the GPU struggling with the increased pixel count.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The average frame rate at 1920x1080 ranges from 209.5 FPS on Low settings down to 109.2 FPS on Ultra settings, showing a significant impact from graphical fidelity.

Q: Is the measured frame rate data actual or estimated?

A: The data is marked as measured, meaning the frame rates were directly observed rather than simulated or predicted.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this configuration. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The GPU’s boost clock is rated at 2430 MHz, with a game clock of 2124 MHz. These specifications directly influence The Technomancer's performance, particularly at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth and fill rate become critical.

The benchmark data shows that the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are high across all settings, with the CPU likely providing ample headroom. However, at 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The average frame rate at 4K Ultra is 35.8 FPS, which is a substantial drop from the 109.2 FPS at 1080p Ultra. This scaling indicates that the RX 7800 XT’s compute power, rated at 37.32 TFLOPS FP32, is stretched by the 4K resolution. The difference between High and Ultra settings at 4K is also telling: 49.4 FPS versus 35.8 FPS. This 28% performance penalty for Ultra settings suggests that the higher preset demands significantly more from the GPU’s ROPs and shading units.

The GPU’s performance relative to its peers is tight. According to the benchmark data, the RX 7800 XT has an average benchmark score of 32619, placing it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD FirePro S9300 X2, which scores 32540, a delta of just 0.2%. This indicates that the RX 7800 XT is well-positioned in the market, though its performance in this specific game is determined by how well it handles The Technomancer’s specific rendering demands.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X serves as the central processor, providing 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture. With a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, the CPU offers substantial single-threaded performance, which is often crucial for game logic and physics. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth help feed the GPU with data.

In The Technomancer, the CPU’s role is more evident at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 209.5 FPS. This high frame rate suggests that the CPU is capable of driving the game’s simulation fast enough, but it also indicates that the GPU is not the bottleneck at this setting. The CPU’s strong single-core performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4281, is likely helping maintain these high frame rates.

However, the CPU’s influence wanes as resolution increases. At 3840x2160, the frame rates are significantly lower, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU’s multi-threaded capability, shown by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30325, may still be relevant for background tasks, but it is not the primary constraint at 4K. The data shows that this combo ranks in the 89th percentile for CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34313. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-13500, which scores 34175, a delta of just 0.4%. This suggests the 7700X is a capable gaming CPU, but its impact on The Technomancer is mostly seen in the upper frame rate ranges.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT combination is ranked 632nd out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the configuration in the 38th percentile of all tested setups, meaning it outperforms a majority of the database but is not at the very top. This mid-to-upper ranking is consistent with the individual components’ standings: the CPU is in the 89th percentile, while the GPU is in the 76th percentile.

The ranking suggests that this combo is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, but it does not offer the top-tier performance found in higher-end configurations. The measured frame rates at 2560x1440 are strong, with an average of 91.1 FPS on High settings and 69.7 FPS on Ultra, which are playable numbers. However, at 4K, the combo falls behind more powerful setups, as the GPU struggles to maintain high frame rates, capping at 49.4 FPS on High settings.

Compared to the GPU’s nearest rivals, the performance difference is minimal. The RX 7800 XT’s average score is within 0.7% of the AMD FirePro S10000, indicating that the core graphics performance is solid. The CPU’s ranking is also tight, with a 0.4% delta versus the Intel Core i5-13500. This suggests that the combo’s overall rank is more a function of the GPU’s absolute performance in this specific game than any systemic imbalance between the two components.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combo show clear scaling across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the configuration delivers high frame rates. On Low settings, the average FPS is 209.5, which is the highest measured value for this combo. Medium settings yield 162.4 FPS, while High settings produce 135.7 FPS. Ultra settings reduce the average to 109.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 100.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU has substantial headroom at this resolution, and the CPU is likely providing sufficient data to keep the frame rate high.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU’s load. Low settings average 135.6 FPS, Medium settings average 107.5 FPS, and High settings average 91.1 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 69.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent, with each settings tier costing roughly 15-20 FPS. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot for this combo, balancing visual quality with playable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 73.9 FPS, which is the only setting that achieves a smooth 60+ FPS experience. Medium settings drop to 56.0 FPS, and High settings average 49.4 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 35.8 FPS, which is below the threshold for a consistent gaming experience. The data shows a steep decline from Low to Ultra, highlighting the GPU’s limitations at 4K. The difference between 1080p and 4K at Ultra settings is 73.4 FPS, demonstrating the significant impact of resolution on this configuration’s performance.