The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 action RPG, presents a demanding workload that stresses both CPU and GPU. This analysis examines the performance of the Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, using measured frame rate data to provide a practical overview for builders.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER places at rank 2609 out of 3696 tested combos for The Technomancer. This ranking, which puts it in the lower tier of tested systems, reflects the substantial performance gap between this GPU and more modern hardware. The data indicates that while the CPU is a heavyweight, the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing for this particular game, holding the system back from achieving higher frame rates.

To contextualize the CPU's standing, the Intel Core i7-14700F sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs tested, indicating it is a top-tier processor. Its average benchmark score of 53620 is nearly identical to its closest rivals. It is just 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6505P and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Xeon Phi 7290. Furthermore, it edges out the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X by 0.6% and the AMD EPYC 7313P by 0.8%. These small deltas confirm that the i7-14700F is at the top of the performance hierarchy in synthetic tests, a strength that, while not fully utilized by the RTX 2060 SUPER in this game, ensures the CPU will not be a bottleneck in most scenarios.

The GPU, in contrast, sits at the 62nd percentile among all tested GPUs, indicating a mid-range standing. Its average benchmark score of 18093 is similarly close to its nearest rivals. It is just 0.4% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile and 0.5% slower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5700. The RTX 2060 SUPER's score is also a hair behind the AMD Radeon RX 460 and Intel Arc A770M, which are 1.5% and 1.6% faster, respectively. This data shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER is firmly in the mid-range tier, and its 62nd percentile ranking reflects its age relative to the current GPU landscape. The low combo rank is a direct result of this GPU's performance ceiling.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the defining component in this system's performance in The Technomancer. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card's base clock is 1470 MHz with a boost clock of 1650 MHz. Its memory operates at a 1750 MHz base, with an effective data rate of 14 Gbps. The GPU is built on the Turing architecture using a 12 nm process at TSMC, and it has a transistor count of 10,800 million on a 445 mm² die.

The data shows a clear scaling pattern for the GPU across different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the RTX 2060 SUPER manages an average of 142 FPS at Low settings, which drops to 93 FPS at High and 73 FPS at Ultra. At 2560x1440, the averages are 93 FPS at Low, 61 FPS at High, and 48 FPS at Ultra. Moving to 3840x2160, the strain is evident, with the card producing 51 FPS at Low, 34 FPS at High, and only 26 FPS at Ultra. This scaling shows that the 2060 SUPER is well-suited for 1080p and capable at 1440p, but it lacks the raw power for a smooth 4K experience at higher settings.

The GPU's role is also highlighted by its performance relative to its direct rivals. With an average benchmark score of 18093, it is nearly matched by the RTX 3060 Mobile, which is only 0.4% faster. This indicates that the desktop RTX 2060 SUPER and that mobile chip are on par in synthetic tests. The close margins with the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 460, as well as the Intel Arc A770M, show that this card is positioned in a dense and competitive performance bracket.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play The Technomancer with this setup?

A: The data shows the most playable experience is at 1920x1080. At Medium settings, the combo averages 109 FPS, while High settings still delivers a smooth 93 FPS. At 2560x1440, the average frame rate at High settings is 61 FPS, which is acceptable, but it is not as consistently high as at 1080p.

Q: Can this system run The Technomancer at 4K?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate is 51 FPS at Low settings, 34 FPS at High, and 26 FPS at Ultra. For a more stable experience, users would need to use the Low preset, as the higher settings fall below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700F compare to other CPUs?

A: The i7-14700F is a top-tier processor, ranking in the 91st percentile among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 53620 is nearly identical to its closest rivals, with a -0.2% difference from the Intel Xeon 6505P and a +0.3% difference from the Intel Xeon Phi 7290. It also performs 0.6% and 0.8% better than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and AMD EPYC 7313P, respectively.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER a strong GPU for this game?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER is a mid-range card, ranking in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. It delivers good performance at 1080p and is capable at 1440p, but it is not a high-end card. Its average benchmark score is 18093, which is just 0.4% behind the RTX 3060 Mobile and 1.6% behind the Intel Arc A770M.

Q: What settings should be used for a smooth experience at 1440p?

A: For a 60 FPS target at 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 61 FPS. The Medium preset is a better choice for ensuring a higher frame rate, with 71 FPS and a minimum of 61 FPS. The Low preset reaches 93 FPS, but the Medium or High presets offer a better visual experience without compromising smoothness.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the minimum frame rate is 93 FPS. This ensures that even during intense scenes, the game will not drop below that level, providing a very smooth and consistent experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 2060 SUPER showcases its strength. The Low preset yields an average of 142 FPS, which is exceptionally high and indicates this resolution is well within the card's comfort zone. With Medium settings, the average dips to 109 FPS, with a minimum of 93 FPS and a maximum of 126 FPS, showing a consistent and highly playable experience. High settings produce an average of 93 FPS, while the Ultra preset reduces the average to 73 FPS. All 1080p presets are playable, with even the most demanding Ultra settings maintaining a high frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset produces an average of 93 FPS, still very smooth. The Medium preset shows an average of 71 FPS, with a minimum of 61 FPS and a maximum of 82 FPS. High settings drop the average to 61 FPS, which is still in the playable range. The Ultra preset, however, brings the average down to 48 FPS. This resolution is a good choice for the card, with High being a viable choice for a 60 FPS target.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060 SUPER begins to struggle. The Low preset is the only one to achieve an average above 30 FPS, with an average of 51 FPS. The Medium preset has an average of 39 FPS, with a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 45 FPS, which is a playable but not ideal experience. High settings drop to an average of 34 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to an average of 26 FPS. This resolution is best avoided for a smooth experience unless the user is comfortable with Low settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F provides a robust foundation for this system. It is a 20-core, 28-thread processor from the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture. Its base clock is 2.10 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.40 GHz. The processor has a 33 MB shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This CPU is a powerhouse, ranking in the 91st percentile of all CPUs.

The i7-14700F's performance is impressive in synthetic benchmarks. It scores 35122 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4958 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 19620 in multi-core and 2429 in single-core. These scores are further corroborated by its Passmark results, where it scores 41317 in the multi-thread test and 4257 in single-thread. The CPU's average benchmark score of 53620 is only 0.2% lower than the Intel Xeon 6505P, its closest rival, showing it is a top-tier performer.

In The Technomancer, the CPU is likely not a limiting factor at resolutions where the GPU is under heavy load. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as the CPU has more than enough power to feed the GPU. At lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU's performance ensures high frame rates. The data indicates that the system's overall rank in this game is held back by the GPU, not the CPU. The CPU's high benchmark scores and top-tier ranking ensure that it can handle any demands the game places on it, leaving the GPU as the primary performance constraint.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the best balance of visual quality and performance for this system in The Technomancer is the High preset at 2560x1440. This combination yields an average frame rate of 61 FPS, which is a smooth and responsive experience. The Medium preset at 1440p, which has an average of 71 FPS and a minimum of 61 FPS, offers a bit more headroom. However, the High preset provides a better visual experience with a still-strong 61 FPS average.

For users with a 1920x1080 monitor, the Medium preset is the best choice. It provides an average of 109 FPS with a minimum of 93 FPS, ensuring a very high frame rate. While the Low preset yields a higher 142 FPS, the Medium preset offers a better visual quality without sacrificing performance. At 4K, the only viable option for a smooth experience is the Low preset, which yields an average of 51 FPS. Any other preset at this resolution will result in an average below 40 FPS, which is not ideal for an action RPG.

The data shows that the CPU is a top-tier component with a 91st percentile rank. Its performance is on par with the Intel Xeon 6505P, being just 0.2% slower, and 0.6% and 0.8% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and AMD EPYC 7313P, respectively. This means the i7-14700F will not be the limiting factor. The GPU, with a 62nd percentile rank, is the component that dictates the experience. Its average score of 18093 is comparable to the RTX 3060 Mobile, showing it is a solid mid-range card, but it is not powerful enough to handle the most demanding settings at higher resolutions.