The Technomancer

The Technomancer, an Action RPG released in 2016, runs on this particular hardware combination—the Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER—in a way that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The measured data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-thread performance keeps even the lowest settings at very high frame rates. This analysis covers ranking, frequently asked questions, optimal settings, a full FPS breakdown, resolution scaling behavior, and the roles of the CPU and GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER sits at rank 592 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the top 16% of all tested configurations, which is a strong result for a game from this era. The high ranking is driven by the balanced pairing of the two components: the CPU provides 10 cores and 16 threads, which is ample for the game's workload, while the GPU’s 12 GB of VRAM and high memory bandwidth prevent any bottlenecks at most settings.

The rank context is important because The Technomancer is not a particularly demanding title compared to modern releases. With 3696 combos tested, a rank of 592 means the vast majority of systems fall below this one in measured performance. The data indicates this combo is well above average, and it should handle the game with ease. The combination's percentile ranking for the CPU is 79, meaning it outperforms 79% of all CPUs in the database, while the GPU sits at the 83rd percentile, outperforming 83% of all GPUs. Both components are strong individually, and their pairing produces a result that is greater than the sum of its parts in this specific game.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the measured average FPS is 133, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799, which is 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D's score of 27896, and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U's score of 27887. It also performs within 0.3% of the Intel Core i9-10900K's score of 27872.

Q: Can this GPU handle 4K Ultra settings?

A: The GPU achieves an average of 48 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is lower than the 60 FPS that is often considered ideal, but it is still playable. For a better 4K experience, the High preset provides 61 FPS.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 43223. It sits within 0.1% of the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB's score of 43262.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the GPU?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus. This is a key factor in its ability to handle high-resolution textures at high settings.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has a TDP of 125 watts, a base clock of 3.70 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate across the four setting presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at each resolution. The most efficient preset for a balance of quality and performance is the High preset. At 2560x1440, High yields 111 FPS, while Ultra drops to 87 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is significant enough that High is the better choice for most players, as the visual difference between High and Ultra in this game is not worth the 24 FPS cost.

At 1080p, the High preset delivers 170 FPS, which is an excellent frame rate that will make any high refresh rate monitor feel fluid. The Medium preset at 1080p delivers 199 FPS, which is higher than High, but the visual quality drop is noticeable. For the best experience, High at 1080p is the recommended setting, as it sits in a sweet spot where the game looks good and runs smoothly.

For 4K resolution, the situation is more nuanced. The High preset at 4K gives 61 FPS, which is the recommended choice for a smooth experience. The Medium preset at 4K gives 71 FPS, but the drop from High to Medium is a noticeable visual downgrade. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS standard and not recommended. For players with a 4K display, the High preset is the best option, as it provides a playable frame rate while maintaining a high level of visual quality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides a complete breakdown of average FPS across three resolutions and four settings. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 259 at Low settings to 133 at Ultra. At 1440p, the range is 169 at Low to 87 at Ultra. At 4K, the range is 93 at Low to 48 at Ultra. The Medium setting is the only one with min and max FPS data, showing a range of 169 to 229 at 1080p, 111 to 150 at 1440p, and 61 to 82 at 4K. This suggests that the Medium preset has a stable frame rate with a 60 FPS fluctuation at 1080p, which is a wide spread. The data indicates that the game is playable at all settings, but the lower settings are significantly faster.

Specifically, at 1080p, the Low setting achieves an average of 259 FPS, which is more than double the Ultra setting's 133 FPS. At 1440p, the Low setting hits 169 FPS, while the Ultra setting drops to 87 FPS. At 4K, the Low setting is 93 FPS, and the Ultra setting is 48 FPS. The Medium setting at each resolution provides a middle ground, with 199 FPS at 1080p, 130 FPS at 1440p, and 71 FPS at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drops as resolution increases, but the scaling is not linear. Going from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS at High settings drops from 170 to 111, a 34.7% decrease. From 1440p to 4K at High settings, the average FPS drops from 111 to 61, a 45% decrease. This shows that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU becomes less important as resolution increases, because the game's workload becomes more GPU-bound.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at the same settings shows an 82% drop in FPS for the High preset (from 170 to 61). This is a steep drop, but it is typical for a game that is not heavily optimized for high resolutions. The data indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the CPU is not fully utilized at that resolution. The 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for all settings, but the raw processing power of the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. This is a strong mid-range CPU that performs well in The Technomancer. The game uses up to 16 threads, but the data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck at 1080p, where the low settings hit 259 FPS. At this resolution, the CPU is able to feed the GPU enough data to achieve very high frame rates.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks shows a strong single-thread score of 3302 in Cinebench R23, which is important for games that may not use many cores. The multi-core score of 23391 in the same test indicates that it can also handle multi-threaded workloads. The CPU's percentile of 79 shows that it is a top-tier performer, and its average benchmark score of 27799 is within 0.3% of the Intel Core i9-10900K's score of 27872. In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to keep up with the GPU, and it does so at all resolutions, as the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is a high-end GPU based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process. It has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The card has base and boost clocks of 1980 MHz and 2475 MHz, respectively. Its performance in the benchmark database is at the 83rd percentile, with scores of 43223. This places it in the top tier of GPUs, though it is not the absolute fastest.

In The Technomancer, the GPU is the primary factor in frame rate, especially at 4K. The game's graphics are demanding enough that the GPU's raw power determines the performance, and the data shows that the RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a great experience at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles at 4K Ultra settings. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game, as it does not appear to run out of memory. The GPU's a high memory bandwidth and high core count allow it to handle the game's rendering demands without any issues. The RTX 4070 SUPER is a strong match for this game, providing a smooth experience at all but the most demanding settings.

The GPU's performance in The Technomancer is in line with its overall position in the benchmark database. It is a high-end card that can handle most games at high settings, and this title is no exception. The data shows that at 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 4070 SUPER is capable of delivering over 100 FPS at high settings, which is an excellent result. At 4K, the card is still playable, but the user must be willing to drop to High settings to maintain a stable frame rate. The RTX 4070 SUPER is a versatile card that gives a good experience in this game, with the only caveat being the 4K Ultra preset.