The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 210th out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer, placing it in the top 13% of all configurations. This is a strong position for a game released in 2016, as the combination of a 12-core Zen 3 processor and an Ada Lovelace GPU provides a substantial performance cushion. The rank reflects the CPU’s 90th percentile standing among all processors and the GPU’s 85th percentile among all graphics cards, indicating that both components are high-tier relative to their respective markets, though neither is at the absolute flagship level.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 210 out of 1656 represents the 87.3rd percentile of all tested pairings, meaning it outperforms roughly 87% of configurations while trailing the top 13%. This is consistent with the CPU’s percentileVsAllCpus of 90 and the GPU’s percentileVsAllGpus of 85, showing a balanced system where neither component dramatically exceeds the other. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 39453 places it within 0.2% of the AMD EPYC 4245P (39383) and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700F (39095), while trailing the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS by 0.7% and the Intel Core i7-13700 by 1%. These narrow deltas indicate the 5900X is competitive with modern mid-range and upper-mid-range processors, though it is not a market leader.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 44900 sits 0.6% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile (45152) and 1.5% below the Intel Arc A730M (45592), while leading the AMD Radeon Pro 580 by 1.6% and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT by 1.6%. This clustering around the 44,000–45,600 score range suggests the RTX 4070 Ti delivers performance comparable to several other high-end cards, with no single rival holding a decisive advantage. In The Technomancer specifically, the measured frame rates confirm that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while still being viable for 4K at medium settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti carries 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This VRAM capacity is ample for The Technomancer, a 2016 title that does not demand excessive video memory, and the high bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and high-resolution assets are handled without bottlenecking. The GPU’s base clock of 2310 MHz and boost clock of 2610 MHz are relatively high for the Ada Lovelace architecture, with the memory operating at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). These clocks translate to a pixel rate of 208.8 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 626.4 GTexel/s, which are more than sufficient for a game of this era.

In practical terms, the GPU’s 40.09 TFLOPS of FP32 performance provides a massive computational surplus for The Technomancer’s rendering workload. The measured FPS data shows that at 3840x2160, the card delivers 64.9 FPS on High settings and 77 FPS on Medium, indicating that even at 4K resolution, the GPU is not the limiting factor unless the Ultra preset is selected. The transition from Low to Ultra at 1080p (248 to 137.9 FPS) demonstrates that the GPU scales predictably with settings, but the absolute performance remains so high that the game rarely stresses the card. The 12 GB VRAM also ensures that no memory-related stuttering occurs, even with the game’s highest texture quality settings.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo compare to the average CPU benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39453, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4245P and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700F, but 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS and 1% behind the Intel Core i7-13700.

Q: What is the GPU’s VRAM capacity and bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 192-bit bus width, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This is sufficient for The Technomancer’s textures and effects, even at 4K resolution.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 118.3 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and leaves headroom for additional background tasks.

Q: How does the GPU’s performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score of 44900 is 0.6% lower than the RTX 5090 Mobile and 1.5% lower than the Intel Arc A730M, but it is 1.6% higher than both the AMD Radeon Pro 580 and the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT.

Q: Is the CPU’s multi-threaded performance strong for gaming?

A: The CPU scores 33150 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 10075 in 3DMark max threads, showing robust multi-threaded capability. For The Technomancer, which is not heavily threaded, the 12 cores and 24 threads are more than adequate.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank in this game?

A: The combo ranks 210th out of 1656 tested combinations, placing it in the top 13% of all configurations tested in The Technomancer.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4070 Ti delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all settings. The Low preset averages 248 FPS, which is the highest measured value for this combo. Medium reduces this to 213.6 FPS, while High drops to 180.8 FPS. Ultra still achieves 137.9 FPS, which is more than double the refresh rate of most standard monitors. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the CPU is not a limiting factor, as the GPU is capable of pushing well beyond 200 FPS on lower presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a more pronounced scaling with settings. Low averages 180.4 FPS, Medium hits 138.7 FPS, and High reaches 118.3 FPS. Ultra is the only preset that falls below the 100 FPS mark, averaging 89.8 FPS. This resolution is likely the sweet spot for this combo, as it balances visual fidelity with the high refresh rates that the GPU can deliver. The 1440p High result of 118.3 FPS is particularly notable, as it provides a smooth experience without requiring any compromises.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to feel the pressure of 4K rendering, but it still holds up respectably. Medium averages 77 FPS, which is playable, while High averages 64.9 FPS, hovering near the 60 FPS target. Low is the standout at 100.1 FPS, showing that the game’s lighter settings allow for a comfortable 4K experience. Ultra, however, drops to 47.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may be noticeable in fast-paced action. The 4K results show a clear pattern: the GPU has enough power for 4K at medium or high settings, but Ultra pushes it past its comfort zone.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. It has 64 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. These specifications place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39453. In the context of The Technomancer, which is an action RPG from 2016, the CPU’s single-threaded performance is more relevant than its multi-threaded capabilities. The CPU scores 4680 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2202 in Geekbench single-core, indicating strong per-core performance that is sufficient for the game’s engine.

The game does not appear to be CPU-bound in any of the measured configurations. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 248 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at very high frame rates. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 6601 and max-thread score of 10075 demonstrate that the CPU can handle simultaneous workloads, but The Technomancer likely utilizes only a few cores. The CPU’s 24 threads provide headroom for background applications, but they do not directly contribute to frame rate in this title. The 5900X’s 105 W TDP and 7 nm process node make it an efficient choice, and its performance relative to rivals is tight: it is 0.2% ahead of the EPYC 4245P and 0.9% ahead of the i7-13700F, but 1% behind the i7-13700.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 180.8 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a smooth experience on any monitor without the visual compromises of Medium or Low. The Ultra preset at 137.9 FPS is also viable for those with 144 Hz displays, though the difference between High and Ultra may not be worth the 43 FPS drop. For 2560x1440, the High preset at 118.3 FPS is the best balance of quality and performance, offering a smooth experience on 120 Hz panels. The Medium preset at 138.7 FPS is a better option for 144 Hz monitors, while Ultra at 89.8 FPS is acceptable for 90 Hz displays or those prioritizing visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 77 FPS is the recommended setting, as it delivers a playable frame rate with decent visual quality. The High preset at 64.9 FPS is also acceptable for 60 Hz displays, but it leaves less headroom for dips. The Low preset at 100.1 FPS is the best option for 4K gaming at high refresh rates, but it sacrifices visual detail. The Ultra preset at 47.9 FPS is not recommended for 4K, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and may cause noticeable stuttering in action sequences. Overall, the combo is best utilized at 1440p High, where it achieves 118.3 FPS, or at 1080p High, where it reaches 180.8 FPS, providing a versatile experience that adapts to the user’s display capabilities.