The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting test case for modern hardware. This analysis examines the pairing of the Intel Core i5-13400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090, using measured data to understand how this combination handles the game’s engine. The data shows that this combo ranks 33rd out of 1656 tested combinations, placing it in the top 2% of all systems tested for this title. With the RTX 5090’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and a 512-bit bus delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, the system demonstrates exceptionally high frame rates across all resolutions, though the scaling patterns reveal where the game’s older engine begins to show its limitations.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combination for The Technomancer?

A: The combo ranks 33rd out of 1656 tested combinations. This places it in the 98th percentile of all systems tested, indicating near-top-tier performance for this specific game.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13400F compare to its nearest rivals in general benchmark scores?

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25236. It is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-13620H, which scores 25201 with a delta of 0.1%, and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, which scores 25365 with a delta of -0.5%. The CPU sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs tested.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 5090 and its closest competitor in general benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5090’s average benchmark score is 84306. It is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D, which scores 84241 with a delta of 0.1%. It also leads the AMD Radeon PRO W6600 by a 1.3% margin, scoring 83209.

Q: At what settings and resolution does the RTX 5090 achieve its highest frame rate?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 264.2 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. The same resolution with Medium settings yields 237.1 FPS, while High settings produce 222.1 FPS.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the system achieves 113.5 FPS. Moving up to 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the frame rate drops to 63.5 FPS. This represents a 44% reduction in average frame rate when moving from 1440p to 4K at the highest quality preset.

Q: Does the game scale well with the RTX 5090’s powerful GPU at lower resolutions?

A: The data indicates diminishing returns at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low (264.2 FPS) and Ultra (176.5 FPS) is significant, but both are well above typical display refresh rates. The scaling suggests the game becomes more CPU-bound at lower resolutions, as the GPU’s raw power is not fully utilized.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 33 out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the system firmly in the top tier of configurations, outperforming the vast majority of setups. The rank is particularly notable given that the CPU, while strong, is not the absolute fastest available; its 82nd percentile standing among all CPUs suggests that the GPU is doing much of the heavy lifting in this pairing.

The i5-13400F’s benchmark performance shows it is remarkably close to several other processors. Its average score of 25236 puts it just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13620H and 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D. This tight grouping suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in most scenarios, and the system’s high ranking is likely attributable to the RTX 5090’s immense graphical power. The GPU’s average score of 84306 places it in the 94th percentile of all GPUs, and it leads its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 D, by a razor-thin 0.1% margin.

In terms of the game’s performance, the ranking indicates that this combo is capable of delivering a smooth experience at virtually any settings configuration. The data shows that at 4K, even the most demanding Ultra preset yields an average of 63.5 FPS, which is playable, while High settings push that to 79.2 FPS. The system’s rank suggests it is in the upper echelon of what is possible for this title, though the performance gaps between settings become more pronounced at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this pairing. Its specifications are formidable: 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 2017 MHz, with a boost clock of 2407 MHz. These specifications are reflected in its benchmark scores, which include a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14411 and a Passmark G3D score of 39650.

In The Technomancer, the GPU’s role is clear from the frame rate data. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 264.2 FPS on Low settings, which is likely beyond the refresh rate of most monitors. This indicates that the CPU is able to feed the GPU enough data to saturate its capabilities, but the frame rates are so high that the GPU is not the limiting factor. As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain exceptionally high, with Low settings producing 223.1 FPS and High settings producing 144.6 FPS.

The GPU’s true strength is revealed at 3840x2160. Here, the demands on the GPU are much greater, and the frame rates scale more predictably with settings. The RTX 5090’s 32 GB frame buffer and massive bandwidth ensure that even the most complex scenes are handled without stuttering, as evidenced by the 79.2 FPS average on High settings. The GPU’s FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS provides ample compute power for the game’s effects, though the game’s 2016 release date means it may not fully utilize the Blackwell architecture’s newer features.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080 displays, even Ultra settings provide 176.5 FPS, which is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate gaming. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 87.7 FPS, but the absolute numbers are so high that visual quality should be prioritized.

At 2560x1440, the data suggests that High settings provide the best balance. The measured 144.6 FPS at High is ideal for 144Hz monitors, and the difference between High and Ultra is 31.1 FPS. For those with 240Hz displays, Medium settings at 173.3 FPS would be a better choice, offering a significant boost over High while still maintaining solid visual fidelity.

For 3840x2160, the recommendations change dramatically. Ultra settings produce 63.5 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. High settings increase this to 79.2 FPS, which is a 24.7% improvement and is the sweet spot for 60Hz displays. Medium settings offer 93.6 FPS, which is better suited for 90Hz or 100Hz panels. Low settings at 119 FPS are the only way to approach 120Hz at 4K, but the visual compromise is substantial. The data suggests that High is the recommended preset for 4K, as it provides the best trade-off between visual quality and frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 264.2 FPS, while Medium settings yield 237.1 FPS. High settings reduce the frame rate to 222.1 FPS, and Ultra settings bring it down to 176.5 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 33.2% reduction in frame rate, but even the lowest number is far above what most displays can show.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show more variation. Low settings achieve 223.1 FPS, which is a 15.6% drop from the 1080p result. Medium settings produce 173.3 FPS, High settings yield 144.6 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 113.5 FPS. The jump from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings results in a 35.7% decrease in performance, highlighting the increased load on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the performance is still strong but reflects the significant increase in pixel count. Low settings produce 119 FPS, which is a 46.7% reduction from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings achieve 93.6 FPS, High settings yield 79.2 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 63.5 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 55.5 FPS, or a 46.6% reduction. This data shows that the RTX 5090 is capable of handling 4K gaming, but the game’s engine and the CPU’s limitations become more apparent at this resolution, as the frame rate scaling is not perfectly linear with the pixel count increase.