The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, shows a wide spread of performance when paired with the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti. The measured data reveals that this combination delivers playable frame rates even at 4K, while at lower resolutions it pushes far beyond the refresh rates of most displays. The dataset provides average FPS for four settings presets at three resolutions, offering a clear view into how the GPU and CPU scale with load. This analysis will break down the numbers, contextualize the combo's rank among thousands of tested pairings, and interpret what the scaling patterns say about the limiting component in this system.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 273, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded?

A: The lowest measured average FPS is 50, achieved at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the combo rank in this game among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks at 444 out of 3696 tested combos, placing it in the top 12.0% of all combinations.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings deliver 273 FPS on average, while Ultra settings deliver 140 FPS, a difference of 133 FPS.

Q: Is the average FPS at 4K High above or below the standard 60 FPS threshold?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 64 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Which settings preset offers the highest FPS at all three resolutions?

A: Low settings consistently provides the highest average FPS at all three resolutions: 273 at 1080p, 178 at 1440p, and 98 at 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates in The Technomancer. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This memory configuration is a practical match for a 2016 Action RPG, which does not appear to push VRAM capacity to its limits at 1080p or 1440p. The card's base clock is 2310 MHz, boosting up to 2610 MHz. These clocks are substantial for the game's era, and the benchmark results indicate they are sufficient to maintain high frame rates even at 4K.

The RTX 4070 Ti's 7680 shading units and 240 texturing units handle the game's visual effects efficiently. The measured results show that the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the FPS scales down proportionally with resolution increases. At 4K, the average FPS drops to 64 on High settings, which is a playable but noticeably lower frame rate compared to the 117 FPS at 1440p. The GPU's performance in this game is further illustrated by its passmark DirectX 11 score of 288, a relevant metric since The Technomancer likely relies on DirectX 11. The GPU also scores 31624 in passmark G3D, indicating strong general 3D performance.

The RTX 4070 Ti's percentile vs all GPUs is 84, meaning it outperforms 84% of all GPUs in the database. This high percentile is consistent with the high frame rates observed. However, the GPU's performance is not without limits; at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is only 50, indicating that the game's Ultra preset is demanding. The data suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is sufficient for this title, but the 192-bit bus might be a slight limitation at extreme settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 444 out of 3696 tested combinations in The Technomancer. This puts the combo in the 88th percentile, indicating that it performs better than 88% of all tested combos. The rank is notably high, but not at the absolute top, which suggests that there are a few combinations that deliver even higher frame rates in this game.

The combo's rank is influenced by both the CPU and GPU. The CPU's avgBenchmarkScore is 49394, which is close to the GPU's avgBenchmarkScore of 44795. The CPU's percentile vs all CPUs is 90, and the GPU's percentile vs all GPUs is 84. These percentiles suggest that the CPU is slightly more powerful relative to other CPUs than the GPU is relative to other GPUs, which could imply that the CPU is not the bottleneck in most scenarios.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the GPU, the RTX 4070 Ti is only -1.3% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT, and -0.8% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile. It is 1.6% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A6000. These close margins suggest that the RTX 4070 Ti's performance is in a tight cluster, and small changes in game optimization could shift the ranking. For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14600KF is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245. It is 0.8% behind the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388. These near-ties in CPU scores indicate that the CPU is not a unique factor in the combo's performance.

The combo's rank of 444 out of 3696 places it in the top 12.0% of combinations. This is a strong result, but not the absolute best. The data shows that the combo is well-balanced, with no single component drastically limiting performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the low preset yields an average of 273 FPS, which is incredibly high and well beyond the refresh rate of most monitors. The medium preset drops this to 210 FPS, while high and ultra presets produce 179 and 140 FPS, respectively. The 1080p scaling shows that the CPU and GPU are not stressed, as even Ultra settings maintain a high average.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values are 178 for Low, 137 for Medium, 117 for High, and 91 for Ultra. The 1440p results indicate a more balanced load, with the GPU starting to become a factor. The FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p is 95 FPS for Low settings, 73 for Medium, 62 for High, and 49 for Ultra. This shows a consistent scaling pattern.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS is 98 for Low, 75 for Medium, 64 for High, and 50 for Ultra. The 4K results show a significant drop in performance, particularly at Ultra, which is only 50 FPS. The FPS difference between 1080p and 4K is 175 FPS for Low, 135 for Medium, 115 for High, and 90 for Ultra. This large drop indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at 4K, as the CPU is less likely to be a constraint at high resolutions.

The data also includes min and max FPS for the Medium settings at each resolution. At 1080p Medium, the min is 178 and max is 241. At 1440p Medium, the min is 116 and max is 158. At 4K Medium, the min is 64 and max is 87. These values show that the frame rate is relatively stable, with the gap between min and max growing as FPS decreases.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the best settings preset for this combo depends on the target resolution and frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 179 FPS, which is well above the 144Hz refresh rate of most monitors. The Ultra preset at 140 FPS also provides a smooth experience, but the difference in quality is worth the 39 FPS drop. For those with a 144Hz monitor, High is the best balance of quality and performance. Medium at 210 FPS is overkill for most displays, but it offers a comfortable margin for those on 240Hz monitors.

At 1440p, the High preset delivers 117 FPS, which is a good target for a 120Hz monitor. The Ultra preset drops to 91 FPS, which is still playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset at 137 FPS is a good middle ground for those with a 144Hz display. For 1440p, High is the recommended setting for most users, as it provides a balance of graphical fidelity and performance.

At 4K, the High preset delivers 64 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and a good target for a 60Hz display. The Ultra preset at 50 FPS is sub-60 and may result in a less smooth experience. The Medium preset at 75 FPS is a better choice for 4K gaming, as it provides a smoother frame rate with a minor quality penalty. For 4K, Medium is the recommended setting to maintain a stable 60 FPS or higher.

Overall, the High preset provides a balanced experience at all three resolutions, with 64 FPS at 4K, 117 FPS at 1440p, and 179 FPS at 1080p. This suggests that High is the optimal preset for the RTX 4070 Ti in this game, offering a good blend of visual quality and performance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This powerful CPU is from the Core 14th Gen series and is built on Intel's 10 nm process. Its high boost clock is particularly beneficial for games like The Technomancer, which may not be heavily multi-threaded but can still leverage the CPU's strong single-core performance.

The CPU's cinebench_r23_multicore score is 32544, and its single-core score is 4594. The CPU also scores 13668 in cinebench_r20_multicore and 1929 in single-core. These scores indicate that the CPU is a top-tier performer, ranking 90th percentile vs all CPUs in the database. This means it outperforms 90% of all CPUs, which is a strong indicator that it is not a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios.

In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is likely to be secondary to the GPU, especially at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU can keep up with even the lowest settings, delivering 273 FPS, which is likely CPU-bound at that point. The CPU's performance is consistent across resolutions, as the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is primarily due to GPU load. The CPU's high single-core performance (cinebench_r15_singlecore score of 462) is important for the game's game logic and physics, which are often single-threaded.

The CPU's memory support for DDR4 and DDR5, along with its dual-channel memory bus, allows for sufficient memory bandwidth for the game. The 24 MB of L3 cache is also beneficial. The CPU's power consumption is 125 W TDP, which is manageable for a gaming system. The CPU's performance is confirmed by its avgBenchmarkScore of 49394, which is slightly above the average of its rivals.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 273. At 1440p Low, it drops to 178, and at 4K Low, it drops to 98. This is a 64% drop from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is handling the majority of the workload. At High settings, the FPS drops from 179 at 1080p to 117 at 1440p and 64 at 4K, a 64% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is consistent across all settings, suggesting that the limiting factor is the GPU's rasterization and shading capabilities.

The CPU's performance is not showing a similar drop, as the CPU's load does not scale with resolution in the same way. The CPU's high performance at 1080p, where it can drive 273 FPS, suggests it is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting component, as the FPS drops to 50 at Ultra settings. This is a classic resolution scaling pattern, where the GPU's workload increases with the number of pixels, while the CPU's workload remains relatively constant.

The data shows that for this combination, the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, while the CPU has enough headroom to support high frame rates at 1080p. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is likely a factor at 4K, as the 192-bit bus may be a limitation. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is not a concern, as the game's VRAM usage is not likely to exceed that at 4K. Overall, the resolution scaling indicates a well-balanced system, but with the GPU being the more constraint at higher resolutions.

The difference between 1080p and 4K at Low settings is 175 FPS (273 to 98), which is a 64% drop. At Ultra, the drop is 90 FPS (140 to 50), a 64% drop as well. This consistent scaling suggests that the GPU is the bottleneck, and the CPU is not causing any additional performance loss at higher resolutions. The data supports the conclusion that the RTX 4070 Ti is the limiting component in this system, particularly at 4K Ultra.