The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, places distinct demands on a desktop system, and the pairing of the Intel Core i7-12700K with the Intel Arc B570 produces a specific performance profile across resolutions and presets. The benchmark data provided offers a clear picture of how this combination handles the game, revealing where the CPU and GPU each become the limiting factor. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS to explain the roles of each component and what users can expect from this specific setup.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a 12th Gen desktop processor built on the Alder Lake architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This configuration, paired with a 25 MB shared L3 cache, provides substantial processing capability. For a game from 2016 like The Technomancer, the workload is primarily dependent on single-thread performance for core game logic, but multi-threading can be leveraged for background tasks, physics, and AI. The i7-12700K’s high boost clock of 5.00 GHz ensures that the single-threaded performance is strong, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU is more likely to be the primary bottleneck.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in most measured scenarios. For instance, at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 121. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to achieve well over 120 frames per second. The processor's 3DMark scores, such as 9276 in the 16-thread test and 1043 in the single-thread test, corroborate its strong performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784 and single-core score of 1850.5 also support this, indicating a balanced capability that is more than sufficient for a title from this era. The CPU sits in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals, like the Intel Core i5-13600T and Intel Core i7-12700KF, have average benchmark scores within a fraction of a percent, confirming its position as a high-end processor that will not typically bottleneck a mid-range GPU.

In the context of The Technomancer’s results, the CPU's role is to maintain a stable frame delivery floor. The performance scaling from Low to Ultra settings shows a clear pattern where frame rates drop as graphical load increases. At 1920x1080, the average FPS goes from 121 at Low to 62 at Ultra. This 59 FPS drop is almost entirely attributable to the increasing GPU load, not the CPU. The CPU is capable of handling the game's logic at all settings, but the GPU is forced to work progressively harder, resulting in lower frame rates. Thus, the i7-12700K provides a robust foundation, ensuring that the measured performance is a direct reflection of the Intel Arc B570’s graphical processing capabilities.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The performance of the Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Arc B570 combination is recorded at rank 2256 out of 2825 total tested combos for The Technomancer. This places the setup in the lower 20% of all possible system configurations tested by the database. This rank is a holistic metric that positions the entire system against every other CPU and GPU pairing in the database. It is important to note that this rank includes all kinds of hardware, from entry-level to enthusiast-grade, so a rank of 2256 suggests that while this combo is functional, it is far from the top-tier performance envelope for this specific game.

The rank is heavily influenced by the GPU’s overall strength. The Intel Arc B570 is a newer card, and its benchmark scores, such as the Passmark G3D score of 14195, place it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. However, in the context of this older game, its performance is moderate. The combo's rank indicates that a significant number of other system configurations can achieve higher frame rates in The Technomancer. This could be due to the game’s engine being more optimized for older NVIDIA or AMD architectures, or simply because many other tested combos feature more powerful GPUs. For example, the B570’s nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750, has a nearly identical average benchmark score, but the combination's rank shows the absolute standing against all others, which is in the lower quintile.

The data shows that this combo is not a high-performer in this specific title. For context, a rank of 2256 out of 2825 means that approximately 80% of the tested combos deliver better performance. This is a crucial data point for users, as it signals that while the system is fully capable of running the game, it will not provide top-tier frame rates compared to other possible hardware pairings. The rank is a direct consequence of the measured FPS, which shows that even at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system just breaks 120 FPS, while more powerful combos likely push much higher. Therefore, this combo should be considered a mid-range performer for The Technomancer, prioritizing graphical fidelity at playable frame rates over maximizing competitive or high-refresh-rate performance.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best average frame rate this combo can achieve in The Technomancer?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 121, but this is only at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset. At more demanding settings, the frame rate drops significantly.

Q: Can this system handle The Technomancer at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, the system can run the game at 3840x2160, but with limitations. At High settings, the average FPS is 29, and at Ultra it drops to 22. Only the Low preset reaches a playable 44 FPS average, while Medium produces 33 FPS.

Q: How does the performance scale between 1080p and 1440p at High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 80. Moving to 2560x1440 with the same High preset reduces the average to 52 FPS, a clear 28 FPS decrease due to the increased pixel count.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest minimum frame rate?

A: The Medium preset is the only one that lists a minimum FPS. At 1920x1080, the minimum is 79 FPS; at 2560x1440, it is 52 FPS; and at 3840x2160, it is 28 FPS. This suggests that Medium provides a more stable frame pacing than other presets, as they do not report a minimum.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B570 a weak link for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that frame rates drop as resolution and settings increase, which is typical of GPU-bound workloads. The CPU is capable of pushing higher frame rates, as evidenced by the 121 FPS result at Low settings.

Q: What kind of performance can be expected at 1440p with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset is 41. This is below the 60 FPS threshold often considered ideal for smooth gameplay, indicating that the system is heavily strained by this configuration.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its peak performance. With the Low preset, the average FPS is 121, indicating a very playable experience. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 93, with a minimum of 79 and a maximum of 107. The High preset yields an 80 FPS average. The Ultra preset, the most demanding, brings the average down to 62 FPS. This scaling shows a clear progression where each step up in visual fidelity costs roughly 20-30 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the impact of the higher resolution is immediately apparent. The Low preset still produces a respectable 79 FPS average. The Medium preset sees a significant drop to a 61 FPS average, with a minimum of 52 and a maximum of 70. High settings further reduce the average to 52 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 41 FPS. This data indicates that 1440p is a demanding resolution for the Intel Arc B570, as even the Low preset cannot break the 80 FPS mark, and Ultra settings fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

The 3840x2160 results are the most taxing. The Low preset is the only one that achieves a playable average, at 44 FPS. Medium settings drop to a 33 FPS average, with a minimum of 28 and a maximum of 39. High settings are marginal, at 29 FPS average. Ultra settings are the most punishing, producing an average of just 22 FPS. At 4K, the system is heavily GPU-bound, and only the lowest settings provide a consistently playable experience. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic; for example, at High settings, the average FPS falls from 80 at 1080p to 52 at 1440p and then to 29 at 4K, showing a clear halving of performance with each step up in resolution.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary driver of the visual output in this combo, and its specifications directly correlate with the measured FPS. The GPU features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. For a game released in 2016, this memory capacity is more than sufficient; The Technomancer was designed for an era when 4-6 GB was the norm. The 10 GB buffer ensures that the game will not be limited by VRAM capacity at any of the tested settings or resolutions, meaning the performance is limited by the GPU's compute and fill rate capabilities, not memory overflow.

The card’s core clocks are set at 2500 MHz for both base and boost, and its architecture is Xe2-HPG on a 5 nm process. The compute throughput is 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32 operations. This level of performance is moderate by modern standards, and the measured results in The Technomancer reflect this. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 14195 places it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, but the performance in this specific game is less impressive. The lack of modern optimizations in the game’s engine, combined with the B570’s architectural characteristics, results in the frame rates seen in the data.

The GPU's role is further clarified by the performance scaling. At 1080p Low, the 121 FPS average suggests that the GPU is not fully saturated, potentially leaving some performance headroom that the CPU cannot fill. However, as settings and resolution increase, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck. The 4K results, with averages as low as 22 FPS at Ultra, show the GPU being overwhelmed by the pixel and shading workload. The texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s are put under immense strain at 4K. The B570's nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, have a similar average benchmark score, but the actual in-game performance can vary due to driver maturity and game-specific optimizations. In this title, the B570's performance is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it struggles to deliver a smooth experience at 4K with higher settings.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends entirely on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a standard 1920x1080 display, the High preset, with an 80 FPS average, offers an excellent balance between visual quality and smoothness. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a significant visual improvement over the Medium preset. For users with high refresh rate monitors, the Low preset is the only option to approach the 121 FPS mark, but this sacrifices visual fidelity. The Medium preset, with a 93 FPS average and a minimum of 79 FPS, is also a strong choice for 1080p, ensuring a consistent and fluid experience without the harsh visual compromises of Low.

At 2560x1440, the situation changes. The High preset, with its 52 FPS average, is on the edge of playability. The Medium preset, with a 61 FPS average and a minimum of 52 FPS, is the recommended choice for 1440p. It provides a more stable frame rate and stays above the 60 FPS average, which is preferable for most users. The Low preset, at 79 FPS, offers the smoothest experience but with significant visual downgrades. The Ultra preset, averaging only 41 FPS, is not recommended as it falls below the playable threshold and introduces noticeable stutter.

For 3840x2160, the recommendations are straightforward. The Ultra and High presets, with averages of 22 and 29 FPS respectively, are not suitable for a playable experience. The Medium preset, at 33 FPS, is also too low for comfortable gameplay. The only viable option is the Low preset, which achieves a 44 FPS average. While this is below 60 FPS, it is the only way to play the game at 4K with this hardware. However, users should be prepared for a less smooth experience, and it is highly recommended to consider a lower resolution for a better balance. In summary, for the best overall experience, choosing the High preset at 1080p or Medium at 1440p offers the best compromise between visual quality and performance, while 4K gaming is only feasible at the lowest settings.