The Technomancer

The Technomancer is an Action RPG from 2016, and this pairing of the Intel Core i5-11400F with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience, though 4K requires compromises. The benchmark data shows a clear pattern: the GPU is the dominant factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s six cores and twelve threads provide ample headroom for this title’s engine. The measured results place this combo in the 796th position out of 1656 tested combinations, indicating a mid-to-upper tier standing among all tested hardware pairings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and reveals that the Radeon RX 6750 XT becomes the limiting component as pixel count rises. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 117.7 FPS at 1920x1080 to 77.5 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 40.2 FPS. Moving to 3840x2160, the average drops further to 44.2 FPS, which is a 73.5 FPS decrease from the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the GPU’s 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated at 4K, while the CPU’s performance remains sufficient.

The scaling pattern holds across all settings presets. At Low settings, the 1080p average of 179.8 FPS falls to 114.2 FPS at 1440p and then to 62.3 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1440p and 4K is consistently larger than the gap between 1080p and 1440p, confirming that the RX 6750 XT’s compute throughput—rated at 13.31 TFLOPS FP32—is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 35.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, making it clear that 4K is only viable with reduced settings.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the i5-11400F’s single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2029, is more than adequate to keep frame rates high. However, as resolution increases, the CPU’s role diminishes and the GPU’s pixel rate of 166.4 GPixel/s becomes the deciding factor. The 4K High result of 44.2 FPS versus the 4K Low result of 62.3 FPS shows that even modest settings changes have a significant impact at this resolution, highlighting the GPU’s limitations rather than any CPU constraint.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 796 out of 1656 places this system in the 48th percentile of all tested combinations for The Technomancer. This is a respectable position, but it is not exceptional, and the data indicates that the GPU is holding back the overall ranking more than the CPU. The RX 6750 XT sits in the 79th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35327, while the i5-11400F is in the 75th percentile among CPUs with an average score of 17181. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, which scores 35787 and is 1.3% ahead, and the AMD Radeon 880M, which scores 35646 and is 0.9% ahead. This close grouping suggests the RX 6750 XT is competitive but not a top-tier performer.

The CPU’s nearest rivals are all within a 0.2% delta, including the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with a score of 17189, which is essentially tied, and the Intel Core i7-1260P at 17212, which is 0.2% behind. This indicates that the i5-11400F’s 6 cores and 12 threads are well-matched to the demands of this game, and the CPU is not a weak link in this combination. The ranking of 796 out of 1656 suggests that while this combo outperforms a majority of tested systems, it falls short of the top tier, likely due to the GPU’s 4K performance ceiling. For a game from 2016, this hardware is more than capable at mainstream resolutions, and the rank reflects that.

FAQ

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

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 35.5, which is not smooth. At 4K High, it improves to 44.2 FPS, and at 4K Low, it reaches 62.3 FPS. For a playable experience, you would need to use Low settings at 4K, as the 60 FPS threshold is only crossed at that preset.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware in this game?

A: The data shows 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At High settings, the average is 77.5 FPS, and at Medium, it is 91.2 FPS. This resolution offers a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining frame rates well above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance in The Technomancer?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F has 6 cores and 12 threads with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The benchmark data shows it is not a bottleneck at 1080p, where the GPU is the limiting factor. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14372 indicates ample processing power for this game’s engine.

Q: Is the RX 6750 XT a good match for this CPU?

A: Yes, the pairing is balanced. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 35327 is in the 79th percentile, and the CPU’s score of 17181 is in the 75th percentile. The combo rank of 796 out of 1656 confirms they work well together without a significant bottleneck in either direction.

Q: What settings should I use for a 60 FPS target at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, High settings produce an average of 77.5 FPS, which exceeds the 60 FPS target. Medium settings yield 91.2 FPS, providing additional headroom. Ultra settings drop to 60.6 FPS, which is still near the target but leaves less margin for demanding scenes.

Q: How does this combo compare to newer hardware?

A: The GPU is within 1.3% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080’s average benchmark score, and the CPU is within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-1260P. This indicates the combo remains competitive with more recent offerings, though it does not lead in performance.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, 2560x1440 with High settings is the recommended configuration. The data shows an average of 77.5 FPS, which is smooth and leaves headroom for dips. If you prefer higher frame rates, Medium settings at the same resolution push the average to 91.2 FPS, which is ideal for fast-paced action. At 1080p, High settings deliver 117.7 FPS, and even Ultra achieves 93.2 FPS, so there is no need to compromise at this resolution.

At 4K, the choice is more constrained. Low settings provide an average of 62.3 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS target, while Medium drops to 52.2 FPS and High to 44.2 FPS. Ultra at 4K is not recommended, as the 35.5 FPS average will feel sluggish. For a 4K experience, Low settings are the only viable option, but this sacrifices visual fidelity. The 1440p High preset offers the best overall experience, as it balances the GPU’s capabilities with the game’s visual demands.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 179.8 FPS on Low, 138.1 FPS on Medium, 117.7 FPS on High, and 93.2 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that the combo is never CPU-limited at this resolution, as even the most demanding preset stays above 90 FPS. The jump from Low to Ultra represents a 86.6 FPS difference, indicating that the GPU’s shading units and TMUs are fully utilized as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 114.2 FPS on Low, 91.2 FPS on Medium, 77.5 FPS on High, and 60.6 FPS on Ultra. The progression is consistent, with each settings tier costing roughly 15-20 FPS. The Ultra preset at 60.6 FPS is right at the edge of smooth gameplay, but the High preset at 77.5 FPS provides a safer margin.

At 3840x2160, the averages are 62.3 FPS on Low, 52.2 FPS on Medium, 44.2 FPS on High, and 35.5 FPS on Ultra. This resolution clearly stresses the RX 6750 XT, as the frame rates drop below 60 FPS for all presets except Low. The difference between Low and Ultra is 26.8 FPS, showing that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and pixel rate are the limiting factors here, not the CPU.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Rocket Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide solid performance for gaming. In The Technomancer, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates, particularly at 1080p where the GPU is not fully saturated.

The benchmark data shows the CPU scores 14372 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 2029 in single-core, both of which are strong results. The passmark multithread score of 16908 further confirms its capability. The nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with an average score of 17189, show that the i5-11400F is competitive with mobile processors, though it is a desktop chip with a 65 W TDP. The CPU’s 75th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is a solid mid-range option.

In this game, the CPU does not appear to be the bottleneck. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K is directly proportional to the GPU’s workload, with no sudden drops that would indicate CPU limitations. The 3DMark scores, including 5652 for max threads and 868 for single-thread, suggest the CPU can handle the game’s AI and physics calculations without issue. For this title, the i5-11400F provides more than enough processing power, allowing the RX 6750 XT to be the primary determinant of performance.