The Technomancer

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. Its base clock of 2.90 GHz can boost up to 4.30 GHz, and it carries 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This CPU posts a 73rd percentile score across all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 14,168. Its nearest rivals in aggregate performance include the AMD EPYC 7552 (0.4% faster), the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C (0.8% slower), and the Intel Core i5-8500 (1.1% slower).

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role becomes clearer when examining the FPS data. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 180.1 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in this dataset. That result suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions and reduced graphical loads—the frame ceiling is high enough to let the GPU stretch. The single-thread score of 688 in 3DMark and 1,453 in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate solid per-core performance for an older title like The Technomancer, which relies on fewer threads. The multi-thread results, such as 10,297 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, show headroom for background tasks, but the game's demands appear modest.

The 2.90 GHz base clock is relatively low, but the 4.30 GHz boost is what matters for gaming workloads. Since The Technomancer is an Action RPG from 2016, its engine likely favors a few strong cores over many weaker ones. The i5-10400F's boost capability helps maintain high average FPS even when the GPU is not saturated. At 1080p Ultra, the combo still delivers 93 FPS, which indicates the CPU keeps pace with the GPU's output. Compared to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-8500, which is 1.1% slower on average, the i5-10400F offers a slight edge in synthetic tests, and this carries through to the measured game results.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-10400F with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT ranks 816th out of 1,656 tested combinations in The Technomancer. That places it near the middle of the database, which might seem surprising given the strong individual component percentiles (73rd for CPU, 79th for GPU). However, the rank reflects how this combo performs specifically in this game, not aggregate hardware potential. The Technomancer is an older title, and many newer or more powerful components—especially those with higher GPU memory bandwidth or more recent architectures—may score higher in its benchmark suite.

The data shows that this combo's rank is not due to a weak GPU or CPU in isolation, but rather the balance between them. At 1080p Low, the 180.1 FPS result is strong, but other combos with faster single-core CPUs or higher-end GPUs will push beyond that. The combo's 816th position out of 1,656 means about half of tested combinations outperform it. This is consistent with the RX 6750 XT being an end-of-life product (released March 2022) and the i5-10400F being a 2020 launch. Neither is a top-tier part in 2025, but they are not bottom-tier either.

The deltaPct values from the nearest GPU rivals show how close the RX 6750 XT is to other cards in aggregate benchmarks: the AMD Radeon RX 5600M is 0.2% faster, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile is 0.3% slower, and the AMD Radeon 880M is 0.9% slower. These small margins mean the GPU's overall performance is tightly clustered with several competitors, yet in this game, the combo's rank is firmly mid-pack. This suggests that The Technomancer's engine may not fully utilize the GPU's capabilities at higher settings, or that the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration is adequate but not exceptional for this workload.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS rows reveal a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. Starting at 1080p High, the combo produces 115.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, it drops to 78.6 FPS—a 32% reduction. At 4K High, it falls to 43.2 FPS, which is a 63% drop from 1080p. This steep decline as resolution increases points to the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at higher pixel counts. The CPU's workload does not scale with resolution in the same way; the frame rate drop is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's rendering load.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more pronounced. 1080p Low yields 180.1 FPS, 1440p Low drops to 113.7 FPS (a 37% reduction), and 4K Low falls to 66.6 FPS (a 63% drop from 1080p). The consistent ~60-65% reduction from 1080p to 4K across settings indicates that resolution is the dominant factor, and the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth (432.0 GB/s) are what limit performance at 4K. The RX 6750 XT has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, which is sufficient for 4K in many titles, but The Technomancer's demands at Ultra (35.9 FPS at 4K) suggest the GPU struggles with high pixel counts and high settings simultaneously.

At 1080p, the CPU's role is more visible. The jump from Low (180.1 FPS) to Ultra (93 FPS) shows a 48% reduction, which is less severe than the resolution-based drops. This indicates that the CPU can feed the GPU adequately at 1080p, but the GPU still has headroom to work harder as settings increase. At 1440p, the spread from Low (113.7 FPS) to Ultra (59.3 FPS) is a 48% drop, mirroring the 1080p pattern. The limiting component at 1440p and above is clearly the GPU, as the FPS scales almost linearly with resolution, not with settings alone.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in The Technomancer?

A: Based on the measured data, 1080p provides the most playable experience, with High settings at 115.8 FPS and Ultra at 93 FPS. At 1440p, High drops to 78.6 FPS, which is still smooth, but 4K High at 43.2 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold commonly preferred for action RPGs.

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

A: The RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 35,327, placing it in the 79th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, scores 35,264 (0.2% faster), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile scores 35,435 (0.3% slower). The margins are within 1.3% of all listed rivals.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 4K?

A: No. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K (e.g., from 115.8 to 43.2 at High) is much larger than the drop from Low to Ultra at the same resolution (e.g., from 180.1 to 93 at 1080p). This indicates the GPU is the limiting component at 4K, not the i5-10400F.

Q: What settings preset is best for 1440p gaming?

A: Medium settings at 1440p yield 89.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target and only 24% lower than Low. High settings at 78.6 FPS are also viable, but Ultra drops to 59.3 FPS, which is borderline for fluid gameplay.

Q: Is this combo better than the average tested system?

A: The combo ranks 816th out of 1,656, meaning it sits just below the median (828th would be the exact midpoint). It outperforms roughly 49.3% of tested combos in this game, despite the GPU being in the 79th percentile of all GPUs.

Q: How much FPS does Ultra cost compared to Low at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, Low delivers 180.1 FPS, while Ultra delivers 93 FPS. That is a 48% reduction in frame rate, showing that Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU even at the lowest resolution.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 7 nm process, with the Navi 22 chip containing 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. It has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock is 2150 MHz, with a game clock of 2495 MHz and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. The GPU's 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 166.4 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 416.0 GTexel/s.

In The Technomancer, the GPU's memory capacity and bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results show limitations. At 4K Ultra, the combo manages only 35.9 FPS, which is below the 40 FPS threshold for playable. The 12 GB VRAM is not likely the issue—the game from 2016 would not require that much memory—but the 192-bit bus and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth may be insufficient for 4K Ultra settings in this title. The GPU's passmark G3D score of 20,700 and its 79th percentile rank indicate it is a strong mid-range card, yet the 4K scaling suggests it is better suited to 1440p.

The GPU's nearest rivals in aggregate benchmarks are all within 1.3% of its average score: the RX 5600M (0.2% faster), the RTX 5070 Ti Mobile (0.3% slower), and the Radeon 880M (0.9% slower). This tight clustering means the RX 6750 XT is competitive with those parts in synthetic tests, but in this specific game, the measured FPS shows that the GPU's performance at 1440p High (78.6 FPS) is solid, while 4K High (43.2 FPS) is marginal. The GPU's TDP of 250 W and dual-slot design are typical for this class, and its launch MSRP of 549 USD reflects its original positioning as a 1440p-focused card.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured FPS rows provide a clear hierarchy of settings. At 1080p, every preset is playable, with Low at 180.1 FPS, Medium at 137.4 FPS, High at 115.8 FPS, and Ultra at 93 FPS. For the smoothest experience, Medium offers a 19% reduction in FPS compared to Low but likely improves visual quality significantly. High is still above 100 FPS, which is excellent for a 2016 Action RPG. Ultra drops below 100 FPS but remains fluid at 93 FPS. Given that the game is from 2016, High or Ultra at 1080p is recommended for the best visual fidelity without compromising frame rate.

At 1440p, the choices narrow. Low yields 113.7 FPS, Medium 89.7 FPS, High 78.6 FPS, and Ultra 59.3 FPS. The best balance between visual quality and performance is Medium, which stays above 85 FPS and is only 21% slower than Low. High at 78.6 FPS is also acceptable for most users, but Ultra dips below 60 FPS, which may cause noticeable stutter in fast-paced combat. The data suggests that for 1440p, Medium or High is the sweet spot, avoiding the steep cost of Ultra.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Low delivers 66.6 FPS, Medium 47.5 FPS, High 43.2 FPS, and Ultra 35.9 FPS. Only Low is above 60 FPS, making it the sole playable preset for smooth gameplay at this resolution. Medium is borderline at 47.5 FPS, and High/Ultra are not recommended due to sub-45 FPS averages. If a user insists on 4K, Low is the only viable choice; otherwise, dropping to 1440p High (78.6 FPS) or Medium (89.7 FPS) provides a far better experience. The overall recommendation is to target 1440p Medium or High for the best combination of visual detail and frame rate, given that the GPU is clearly the limiting factor above 1080p.