The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with both processor and graphics hardware. This analysis examines the measured performance of the Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, using the benchmark data provided. The results indicate a combination that is capable of high refresh rate gaming at lower resolutions, while still delivering playable frame rates at 4K with adjusted settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a 60+ FPS average?

A: At 4K (3840x2160) with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 66.7 FPS. For a more comfortable margin, 1440p (2560x1440) with High settings yields 116.5 FPS, and 1080p (1920x1080) with High settings reaches 183.3 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35684. This places it just 0.3% below the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and 0.7% below the Intel Core i5-14500HX. Conversely, it is 0.6% faster than the Intel Core i7-13700T and 0.8% faster than the Intel Core i7-13800H.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration, and how does it affect performance?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. This substantial memory allocation is sufficient for high-resolution textures and demanding game assets.

Q: Where does this combo rank among all tested configurations for this game?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 162nd out of 1656 total tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the top 10% of all tested systems.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, moving from Low to Ultra settings reduces the average frame rate from 276.1 FPS to 141.9 FPS. This represents a significant performance cost for the highest visual quality.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows a steep drop in performance at 4K. For example, at High settings, the average frame rate falls to 66.7 FPS from 116.5 FPS at 1440p. This suggests the GPU's rendering load is the primary bottleneck at this resolution, as the CPU's performance headroom is less impactful.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and can boost up to 5.00 GHz. This configuration provides strong single and multi-threaded performance, which is reflected in its benchmark scores. For instance, it scores 1043 in 3dmark_single_thread and 9979 in 3dmark_max_threads. In Cinebench R23, it achieves 4128 points in single-core and 29241 points in multi-core tests.

In the context of The Technomancer, the processor's role is to feed the GPU with data and handle game logic. The high boost clock of 5.00 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks, which are common in game engines, are processed quickly. The 20 threads provide ample capacity for background tasks and multi-threaded game systems. This CPU's average benchmark score of 35684 places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it has significant headroom for this title.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the performance is tightly clustered. The data shows the i7-12700K is only 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-14500HX. It is 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700T and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13800H. This indicates that for this game, the CPU is unlikely to be a differentiator among the top-tier processors, as the performance deltas are minimal. The processor's capabilities are more than sufficient to prevent it from bottlenecking the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in most scenarios.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the primary driver of visual performance in this configuration. It is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture (AD103 chip) and features 8448 shading units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2340 MHz and a boost clock of 2610 MHz. Its memory subsystem is a key asset: 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, offering a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. This high bandwidth and large frame buffer are critical for handling the high-resolution textures and complex scenes in The Technomancer.

The GPU's raw compute power is substantial, with an FP32 performance of 44.10 TFLOPS. Its benchmark scores reflect its capability, such as a 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 5569 and a passmark_g3d score of 31811. The GPU ranks in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48704.

The performance data shows that the GPU is the main factor in the frame rate differences across settings and resolutions. For example, at 1440p, moving from Low to Ultra settings drops the average FPS from 181.1 to 93.2. At 4K, the load is even more intense, with the Ultra setting producing an average of only 49.1 FPS. While the GPU is powerful, the data indicates that 4K Ultra is a significant challenge for this title, pushing the hardware to its limits. The 16 GB VRAM capacity, however, ensures that memory capacity is not a limiting factor at any of the tested settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination holds the 162nd position out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This ranking places it in the upper echelon of all configurations, indicating a high level of performance. With 1656 total combos, being in the top 162 means this system outperforms the vast majority of others tested for this specific game.

This high ranking is a result of the synergy between the two components. The CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures that frame pacing remains consistent, while the GPU's substantial compute and memory resources handle the rendering workload. The result is a system that can deliver high average frame rates, particularly at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. At 4K, the ranking is supported by the fact that it can still maintain playable frame rates on High settings, even if Ultra proves to be too demanding. The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced, with neither component severely bottlenecking the other in most scenarios, allowing the system to achieve its top-tier ranking.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how this combo performs under various conditions. The results show a clear scaling pattern with both resolution and graphical settings.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo delivers exceptionally high frame rates. The average FPS ranges from 276.1 at Low settings, 211.3 at Medium, 183.3 at High, and 141.9 at Ultra. These numbers indicate that for 1080p gaming, this combination is vastly overqualified, providing a very smooth experience even at the highest settings. The difference between Low and Ultra is 134.2 FPS, showing the heavy performance cost of the highest visual fidelity.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), performance remains very strong. The average FPS is 181.1 at Low, 140.9 at Medium, 116.5 at High, and 93.2 at Ultra. This resolution is the sweet spot for this hardware, as it allows for high refresh rate gaming on High settings and remains playable on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 87.9 FPS drop, indicating a more moderate performance hit compared to 1080p.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The average FPS is 95.4 at Low, 74 at Medium, 66.7 at High, and 49.1 at Ultra. While the Low and Medium settings provide smooth gameplay, High drops below the 70 FPS mark, and Ultra falls below 60 FPS. This suggests that for a consistently smooth 4K experience, users would need to choose between High and Medium settings. The data shows a 46.3 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution, highlighting the significant strain 4K rendering places on the hardware.