The Technomancer

The Technomancer pairs the Intel Core i7-12700K with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, and the measured results show a combo that is heavily constrained by the graphics card at higher resolutions. The data reveals a playable experience at 1080p and 1440p, but 4K presents a significant challenge, with only the Low preset approaching acceptable frame rates. This combination ranks in the 63rd percentile of all tested configurations for this title, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it sits comfortably above the median.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate trajectory from 1080p to 4K clearly identifies the GPU as the primary bottleneck in this pairing. At 1080p High, the system delivers 98.3 FPS, which drops by roughly 36% to 62.6 FPS at 1440p and then falls another 40% to 37.7 FPS at 4K. This steep decline at higher resolutions is the classic signature of a graphics-card-limited scenario, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames at lower pixel counts.

The scaling pattern becomes even more pronounced when examining the Low preset. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 146.3 FPS, which is excellent for fast-paced action. Moving to 1440p Low reduces this to 98.9 FPS, a 32% drop that still remains highly playable. However, 4K Low collapses to 55.6 FPS, representing a 44% reduction from the 1440p figure. This non-linear scaling suggests that the RX 7600 XT's 128-bit memory interface and 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth begin to choke at 4K, where pixel throughput demand outpaces the card's capabilities.

The Ultra preset tells a similar story but with lower overall numbers. Starting at 73.9 FPS in 1080p, the frame rate drops to 48.4 FPS at 1440p and bottoms out at 28.3 FPS in 4K. The gap between 1440p and 4K is particularly stark, with a 41% reduction that confirms the GPU is the limiting component. In contrast, the CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads, with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, are more than sufficient to handle the game's logic at any resolution, meaning the observed scaling is almost entirely attributable to the graphics card.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a Navi 33 chip, and its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory is a defining feature for this game. The card's memory operates at a 128-bit bus width, yielding 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. In The Technomancer, this capacity appears to help at lower resolutions but does not overcome the raw compute limitations at 4K.

Clock speeds are notable: the GPU has a base clock of 1980 MHz and a boost clock of 2755 MHz, with a game clock rated at 2470 MHz. These frequencies allow the card to reach an average benchmark score of 20146, placing it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. The card's FP32 throughput of 22.57 TFLOPS provides adequate shading power for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results suggest that the 64 ROPs and 2048 shading units are simply overwhelmed by the pixel workload.

The benchmark data shows that the RX 7600 XT sits within 2% of several close rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (0.6% faster) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (1.9% slower). This tight grouping indicates that the card's performance in this title is consistent with its overall standing. The 16 GB memory buffer is generous for a 2016 game like The Technomancer, and it likely prevents any texture-swapping stutters at 1080p and 1440p, but it cannot compensate for the memory bandwidth deficit at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for The Technomancer, this CPU-GPU pairing holds the 1047th position out of 1656 total combos. That places it in the 63rd percentile, meaning roughly 63% of all tested configurations deliver higher frame rates in this game. This ranking is somewhat lower than the GPU's standalone percentile of 63, suggesting that the CPU is not the limiting factor and that the combo's position is driven almost entirely by the graphics card's performance.

The ranking reflects a mid-pack result. The CPU itself is a strong performer, with an average benchmark score of 35684 and an 89th percentile ranking against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 (0.3% slower) and the Intel Core i7-13700T (0.6% faster), showing that the processor is well within the expected range for its class. However, the GPU's 63rd percentile ranking drags the overall combo down, since The Technomancer is clearly a graphics-bound title at the resolutions where the GPU struggles.

Compared to other combos, this pairing is not optimized for 4K Ultra, where it delivers only 28.3 FPS. At 1080p Medium, however, the 116.4 FPS result is competitive with many higher-tier combinations, indicating that the combo's rank improves substantially when settings are adjusted to match the GPU's strengths. The data suggests that users targeting higher resolutions would need to sacrifice settings significantly to achieve playable frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results across all presets. Low settings produce 146.3 FPS, Medium yields 116.4 FPS, High achieves 98.3 FPS, and Ultra drops to 73.9 FPS. All four presets are playable, with even Ultra maintaining a smooth experience. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 49% reduction in frame rate, which is a reasonable trade-off for the visual quality improvements.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain respectable but begin to show the GPU's limitations. Low settings hit 98.9 FPS, Medium delivers 76.9 FPS, High produces 62.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 48.4 FPS. The High preset at 1440p is borderline for 60 FPS gaming, while Medium offers a comfortable margin. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across presets, averaging around 35%, which confirms the GPU's bandwidth constraints.

At 3840x2160, the results are largely disappointing. Low settings yield 55.6 FPS, Medium drops to 44 FPS, High sinks to 37.7 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 28.3 FPS. Only the Low preset approaches a playable frame rate, and even that is below the 60 FPS threshold many players prefer. The 4K Ultra result is 61% lower than the 1080p Ultra figure, illustrating the severe performance penalty at this resolution.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its 25 MB of shared L3 cache and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory make it a versatile and powerful component. In benchmark tests, it scores 29241 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 4128 in single-core, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs.

In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is largely supportive, as the game does not appear to be heavily threaded. The 12 cores and 20 threads are far more than required for this title, and the high boost clock ensures that single-threaded performance is excellent. The data shows that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution, as the frame rate scaling is entirely consistent with GPU limitations. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would be most likely to become a constraint, the 146.3 FPS result indicates no such limitation.

The processor's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and the Intel Core i7-13800H, have average scores within 0.8% of the i7-12700K, confirming that its performance is well-matched to its peers. For this game, the CPU provides a stable foundation, but it is the GPU that determines the overall experience. Users with this CPU should focus on GPU upgrades to improve frame rates in The Technomancer.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal experience depends on the target resolution. At 1080p, the High preset is the recommended choice, delivering 98.3 FPS while maintaining visual quality. The Ultra preset at 73.9 FPS is also viable, but the additional visual fidelity may not justify the 25% performance cost over High.

At 1440p, the Medium preset offers the best balance, with 76.9 FPS providing smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much detail. The High preset at 62.6 FPS is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes, while Low at 98.9 FPS is the choice for competitive play or high refresh rate displays. Ultra at 48.4 FPS should be avoided unless the user prioritizes visuals over performance.

At 4K, the data strongly recommends the Low preset, which achieves 55.6 FPS. Medium at 44 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel sluggish, while High at 37.7 FPS and Ultra at 28.3 FPS are generally unplayable. Users with 4K displays should either accept the Low preset or reduce the resolution to 1440p for a better experience. The 16 GB of VRAM is not a limiting factor, as even Ultra settings at 4K would likely fit within this buffer, but the GPU's compute and bandwidth are insufficient for higher presets.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 provides the most consistent frame rates, with all presets exceeding 73.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Medium preset delivers 76.9 FPS, which is also playable, but 4K results are poor except for Low at 55.6 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 20146 is within 2% of the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (0.6% faster) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (1.9% slower), indicating that performance is closely matched among these cards.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this pairing?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. Frame rates drop by 36-44% from 1080p to 4K across presets, while the CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads with a 5.00 GHz boost clock provide ample headroom.

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

A: Only at Low settings, which yields 55.6 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra presets at 4K produce 44 FPS, 37.7 FPS, and 28.3 FPS respectively, all of which are below ideal playability.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 1047th out of 1656 combos, placing it in the 63rd percentile. This is consistent with the GPU's 63rd percentile ranking, confirming that the graphics card drives the overall position.

Q: Which preset offers the best experience at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 76.9 FPS provides the best balance. High at 62.6 FPS is playable, but Low at 98.9 FPS is preferred for higher refresh rates, and Ultra at 48.4 FPS is too slow for smooth gameplay.