The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 967th out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This rank reflects a pairing where the CPU is dramatically overqualified for the task, while the GPU defines the experience. The data shows that this is not a top-tier setup for this specific title, but rather a balanced 1080p performer that can stretch into 1440p with settings adjustments.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 967 out of 1656 places it in the 42nd percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that a majority of systems deliver higher average frame rates in this game. This is not a reflection of weak components, but rather of a mismatch: the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a flagship desktop processor, while the RTX 4060 is a mainstream graphics card. In The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, the rendering workload is the bottleneck, and the GPU's 66th percentile standing among all GPUs is the primary constraint. The CPU, ranking in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, has ample headroom that the game simply cannot utilize. Consequently, the combo's overall position is dragged down by the GPU, making it a mid-pack solution. Systems with more powerful GPUs, even paired with weaker CPUs, will rank higher because the game's frame rate scales more with graphics hardware than with processor capabilities.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the defining component for this combo's performance in The Technomancer. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but becomes a limiting factor at 4K. The GPU's boost clock of 2460 MHz and base clock of 1830 MHz are the primary drivers of the measured frame rates. Benchmark results show the GPU scores 19,545 in Passmark G3D, placing it in the 66th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, which scores 23,321 (0.6% higher), and the Intel Arc B580, which scores 23,021 (0.7% lower). These deltas are tight, indicating the RTX 4060 is a solid mid-range performer. However, in The Technomancer, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM capacity and memory bandwidth become the ceiling. At 4K Ultra, the average frame rate drops to 33.2 FPS, suggesting the card is overwhelmed by the resolution and settings combination, likely due to memory pressure and compute limitations rather than any CPU constraint.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D bottlenecking the RTX 4060 in this game?

A: No. The data indicates the opposite. The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile among all CPUs and has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz with 8 cores and 16 threads. In The Technomancer, the frame rates are primarily limited by the GPU, as evidenced by the significant FPS drops when increasing resolution, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a 60 FPS average?

A: At 1920x1080, all four tested settings presets exceed 60 FPS, with Low averaging 166.9 FPS and Ultra averaging 85.8 FPS. At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 69.4 FPS, but the Ultra preset drops to 58.6 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold. Therefore, 1080p is the guaranteed 60 FPS resolution, while 1440p requires sacrificing the Ultra preset.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Arc B580?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 23,181, while the Intel Arc B580 scores 23,021. This makes the RTX 4060 0.7% faster in synthetic benchmarks. In The Technomancer, this small margin is unlikely to produce a noticeable difference in the measured FPS, as both cards are in the same performance class.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: The data shows it is not viable for smooth 4K play. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages only 33.2 FPS, and even the High preset averages 39.7 FPS. Only the Low preset, at 57.6 FPS, approaches playable levels, but it requires significant visual compromises.

Q: What is the CPU's performance headroom in this configuration?

A: The Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 34,004 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 4,800 in single-core tests. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600KF, has an average score of 38,028, which is 0.7% higher. This CPU is capable of far more than The Technomancer can demand, making it a future-proof choice for more modern titles.

Q: Does the game utilize the CPU's 3D V-Cache technology?

A: The fact pack does not specify the CPU's V-Cache details, but the L3 cache is listed as 96 MB shared. The game is from 2016 and is GPU-bound in this configuration, so the measured FPS does not indicate any specific cache-related benefits or limitations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 166.9 FPS, Medium averages 128.8 FPS, High averages 112.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 85.8 FPS. This shows a smooth scaling curve, with a 39.3% performance drop from Low to Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 110.3 FPS for Low, 86.5 FPS for Medium, 69.4 FPS for High, and 58.6 FPS for Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra widens to 46.9% at this resolution. At 3840x2160, the averages fall to 57.6 FPS for Low, 45.4 FPS for Medium, 39.7 FPS for High, and 33.2 FPS for Ultra. The data shows that the RTX 4060 maintains a linear performance scaling with settings, but the absolute frame rates at 4K are too low for a consistent experience, with the Ultra preset dipping below 35 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces the average frame rate by approximately 34-35% across all settings. For example, the High preset drops from 112.1 FPS at 1080p to 69.4 FPS at 1440p, a 38.1% reduction. The transition from 1440p to 4K is even more punishing: the High preset drops from 69.4 FPS to 39.7 FPS, a 42.8% reduction. This pattern indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not a factor in these scaling losses. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would remain more consistent as resolution increases, because the CPU workload stays constant while the GPU workload grows. The data shows a linear and steep decline in FPS as resolution increases, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are likely saturated at 4K, causing the significant performance hit.

Settings Recommendations

For a 60 FPS average, the Ultra preset is only achievable at 1920x1080, where it averages 85.8 FPS. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the maximum setting that reaches 60 FPS, averaging 69.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls short at 58.6 FPS. Based on the measured rows, the best experience balancing visual quality and performance is the High preset at 2560x1440, which offers a 69.4 FPS average while maintaining most graphical features. For players prioritizing maximum smoothness, the Medium preset at 1920x1080, averaging 128.8 FPS, is a strong choice. The data suggests that the Medium preset at 1440p, at 86.5 FPS, is also a viable option that provides a higher resolution with a frame rate well above the 60 FPS target. It is not recommended to use the Ultra preset at 4K, as the 33.2 FPS average results in a poor experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D plays a minimal role in determining the final frame rates in The Technomancer, as the game is clearly GPU-bound. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for the game's workload, which was designed for the hardware of 2016. Its base clock of 4.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.20 GHz ensure that even single-threaded tasks are handled with ease. The CPU's benchmark scores are impressive, with a Geekbench multicore score of 18,413 and a single-core score of 3,341. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-13900HK, has an average score of 38,020, which is 0.6% higher. However, these differences are irrelevant in this game because the GPU is the limiting factor. The data shows that if the RTX 4060 were paired with a significantly weaker CPU, the frame rates might drop, but with this processor, there is no CPU-induced bottleneck. The CPU's 96 MB of L3 cache and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth provide a solid foundation, but they are not the deciding factors in this specific benchmark scenario.