The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with both resolution and graphical presets. This analysis examines the measured performance of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, using only the benchmark data provided to determine the optimal settings for various display targets.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested hardware combinations for this specific title, the pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti achieves a rank of 1233 out of 1656 total combos. This places the configuration in the lower-middle tier of the tested spectrum, indicating that while it is functional, it is not a top-tier performer for The Technomancer. The CPU itself is a strong component, as its average benchmark score of 31580 places it in the 87th percentile of all tested processors. However, the GPU, with an average benchmark score of 25120, sits in the 69th percentile of all tested graphics cards. The disparity in these percentile rankings suggests that the overall system performance in this game is likely constrained by the graphics card's capabilities, especially at higher resolutions. The data shows a substantial gap between the 1080p and 1440p results, which further implies that the GPU is the primary bottleneck in this pairing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the decisive component in this configuration's performance, as its specifications and limits directly dictate the frame rates observed. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU is built on the Ampere architecture and operates at a base clock of 1410 MHz, boosting up to 1665 MHz. These specifications explain the performance scaling seen in the measured data. For instance, at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields an average of 23.4 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The 8 GB VRAM buffer is likely a limiting factor at this resolution and preset, as the data shows a steep performance penalty when moving from High to Ultra settings. The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 20349, place it in the 69th percentile, with its nearest rivals being the AMD Radeon RX 6700M and the AMD Radeon RX 6600, which have similar average scores. The data clearly indicates that this GPU is capable of handling the game at lower resolutions and settings, but its performance ceiling is reached quickly as graphical demands increase.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution. For a smooth 60 FPS experience, the sweet spot is the High preset at 2560x1440, which achieves an average of 61.2 FPS. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 93.6 FPS, offering a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is not recommended for any resolution in this dataset, as it results in the lowest frame rates at every tier. At 1080p, the Medium preset provides 107.3 FPS, which is a significant jump from the High preset's 93.6 FPS, suggesting that the step from Medium to High is more costly than the step from Low to Medium. For users with 4K displays, the data shows that even the Low preset only manages an average of 50.1 FPS, making it challenging to achieve a consistent 60 FPS experience at this resolution. The most balanced recommendation for a high-refresh-rate 1080p monitor is the Medium preset, which provides a substantial performance advantage over High while still maintaining a high level of visual fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a clear picture of the system's capabilities across different resolutions and settings.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 3060 Ti struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Ultra preset produces a low 23.4 FPS average. Moving down to High improves the average to 32.3 FPS. The Medium preset yields a more playable 40.6 FPS, while the Low preset is the only option that approaches playability, with an average of 50.1 FPS. None of these settings reach the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this combination.

At 2560x1440, the performance is much better. The Low preset achieves a high average of 95.5 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 70.2 FPS, which is a solid result for a 60 Hz monitor. The High preset reaches an average of 61.2 FPS, just barely crossing the 60 FPS line. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 47 FPS, making it a less desirable choice. This resolution is where the GPU begins to show its strength, offering a good balance between visual quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably. The Low preset achieves a very high average of 144.7 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset follows with 107.3 FPS, and the High preset with 93.6 FPS. The Ultra preset, while still playable, drops to 70.6 FPS. This resolution is clearly the sweet spot for this hardware, providing a wide range of options to suit different preferences for visual fidelity and frame rate.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 144.7, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K with the High preset?

A: At 3840x2160 with the High preset, the average FPS is 32.3, which falls short of the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the Ultra preset performance compare to the High preset at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 47 FPS, which is significantly lower than the High preset's 61.2 FPS, a difference of 14.2 FPS.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Medium preset averages 107.3 FPS, which is 13.7 FPS higher than the High preset's 93.6 FPS.

Q: Is the Low preset at 1440p faster than the High preset at 1080p?

A: Yes, the Low preset at 2560x1440 averages 95.5 FPS, which is slightly higher than the High preset at 1920x1080, which averages 93.6 FPS.

Q: Which setting provides the best balance for a 60 FPS experience at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440, which achieves an average of 70.2 FPS, provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is a high-end processor that provides ample compute power for this game. Its architecture, Zen 4 on a 5 nm process, and a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache contribute to its strong synthetic benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29149 and a Geekbench multicore score of 15101. These scores place it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rival being the Intel Core i7-12700F, which has a nearly identical average score. However, the game's frame rates at all tested settings and resolutions are clearly limited by the GPU, as the CPU's performance headroom is not fully utilized. The data shows that frame rates drop dramatically with increases in resolution and graphical preset, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. While the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is more than capable of handling the game's logic, the RTX 3060 Ti is the component that determines the final frame rate, particularly at 4K and Ultra settings where the GPU is fully saturated.