The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with resolution and detail settings. This analysis examines the measured performance of the Intel Core i7-14700F combined with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER across a range of configurations, providing a data-driven breakdown of what to expect from this pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The benchmark data reveals a clear and predictable trend: as resolution increases, average frame rates decline substantially across all settings presets. This scaling behavior is typical of a title where GPU rendering load is the primary constraint, but the magnitude of the drop tells a more detailed story about the balance of this particular system.

At 1080p, the combination is highly capable, with even the Ultra preset maintaining a strong average of 80 FPS. Moving to the High preset at this resolution yields 103 FPS, while Low and Medium settings push much higher, at 157 and 120 FPS respectively. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system has considerable headroom, and the CPU is feeding the GPU effectively.

Stepping up to 1440p, the average frame rates drop by a noticeable margin across the board, yet the experience remains fluid. The High preset averages 67 FPS, a 36-frame reduction, but still above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Low settings at 1440p still produce 102 FPS, while Medium averages 79 FPS and Ultra 53 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for the RTX 2070 SUPER in this game, balancing visual fidelity with responsive frame timing.

At 4K (3840x2160), the system starts to struggle, particularly at higher settings. The High preset averages only 37 FPS, Medium 43 FPS, and Ultra falls to 29 FPS. Even the Low preset, which produces 56 FPS, is barely playable for those seeking a consistent 60 FPS experience. The 4K data strongly indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the raw pixel throughput required at this resolution outpaces the RTX 2070 SUPER's capabilities for this title.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p and then to 4K is not linear, and the differences highlight the GPU's load. For instance, the High preset sees a 67 FPS at 1440p versus 103 FPS at 1080p, a reduction of 36%. At 4K, the High preset is 37 FPS, which is just over a third of the 1080p performance. This steep decline, especially at higher settings, is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario where the pixel count and shading complexity overwhelm the hardware. The measured frame times also reflect this; the minimum FPS at 1080p Medium is 102, but the same setting at 4K shows a minimum of 37, confirming the strain.

GPU Role

The RTX 2070 SUPER, based on the TU104 chip, is the central component limiting this game at higher resolutions. The data indicates that its frame rate is heavily influenced by the resolution scaling, and the 4K results are particularly telling. With an 8 GB VRAM pool, the GPU has enough memory for most textures, but the sheer pixel count of 4K is the primary obstacle.

The GPU's core clocks are listed at a base of 1605 MHz and a boost of 1770 MHz. These are the rated speeds, and the actual performance in The Technomancer will be dictated by how well the card sustains these clocks under load. The data shows a clear trend: the higher the settings and resolution, the more the frame rate is constrained, which points to the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth being the primary bottleneck.

The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is a key resource for this game. At 4K, the heavy texture loads and high-resolution render targets consume a significant amount of this bandwidth. The performance drop from 56 FPS at Low settings to 29 FPS at Ultra at 4K underscores this. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is not necessarily the limiting factor, but the bandwidth available to move that data is. The data also shows a strong performance difference between the Low and Medium presets, with a 13 FPS gap at 4K, indicating that the Medium preset's additional visual features (such as more detailed textures or ambient occlusion) impose a measurable cost.

The RTX 2070 SUPER's overall standing is reflected in its percentile of 65 among all GPUs. This indicates it is positioned in the upper-mid range of the market. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark data, such as the Intel Arc A750, have a score that is -1.5% different, showing a close performance tier. The data suggests this GPU is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K, it is a less comfortable fit for this particular game.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a specific rank within the tested database for The Technomancer. In the overall ranking of all tested CPU and GPU pairings, this configuration is placed at position 2144 out of 3696 combinations. This puts it in the top 58% of all tested configurations, suggesting it's an average-performing setup in the grand scheme of the benchmark suite.

This ranking is a composite measure of the system's capability. The i7-14700F is a high-end 20-core processor, but the GPU is a generation older, and the game's performance is likely more tied to the GPU at the target resolutions. The rank of 2144 out of 3696 indicates that while the CPU is powerful, the GPU's 4K limitations pull the overall score down. The rank is a more holistic view than just looking at any single FPS number, providing context for how this setup compares to other combinations that might have different CPU-GPU balances.

The CPU itself has a percentile of 91, meaning it outperforms 91% of all CPUs in the database. This is a strong showing. However, the GPU's percentile is 65, which is lower. This disparity tells a story: the system is a CPU-heavy setup, and in a game like The Technomancer, which is heavily GPU-dependent at high resolutions, the CPU's power is not the limiting factor. The ranking reflects the bottleneck created by the GPU in the most demanding settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data details the exact measured average frames per second for each resolution and settings preset. The data is clear and consistent, with no anomalies.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 157 FPS average.
• Medium: 120 FPS average (minimum 102, maximum 139).
• High: 103 FPS average.
• Ultra: 80 FPS average.

At 1080p, the game is exceptionally playable at every preset. The Low setting provides an extremely high frame rate, likely to satisfy even the most competitive players. The Medium and High settings offer a broad range of visual enhancement while keeping the average FPS well above the standard 60 FPS. Even the Ultra preset, which would include the most demanding effects, maintains a solid 80 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 102 FPS average.
• Medium: 79 FPS average (minimum 67, maximum 91).
• High: 67 FPS average.
• Ultra: 53 FPS average.

1440p is the resolution where the RTX 2070 SUPER starts to show its limits. The Low preset is still very fluid at over 100 FPS, but the Ultra preset dips below the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset is on the edge, averaging 67 FPS, which is acceptable for non-competitive play. The frame time data for Medium (minimum 67) shows that even at this setting, the system can experience occasional dips, but it's overall a stable experience.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 56 FPS average.
• Medium: 43 FPS average (minimum 37, maximum 50).
• High: 37 FPS average.
• Ultra: 29 FPS average.

At 4K, the GPU is heavily strained. The Low preset is the only one that maintains a playable average of 56 FPS, and it's still below a perfect 60 FPS. The Medium and High presets produce frame rates that are likely to be noticeable juddery, and the Ultra setting, at 29 FPS, is not a playable experience for this environment. The data clearly shows that 4K is not a viable target for this combination in The Technomancer, unless the player is willing to drop to the absolute lowest settings.

FAQ

Q: Is this CPU and GPU combo good for 1080p gaming in The Technomancer?

A: Yes. The measured data shows that even at the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 80, and the Low preset reaches 157 FPS. All presets at 1080p provide a smooth experience.

Q: Can this system handle 4K at 60 FPS?

A: No. The best 4K result is 56 FPS at Low settings. All other presets at 4K are lower, with the Ultra preset averaging only 29 FPS, which is not a playable frame rate.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER's performance compare to its nearest rivals in the benchmark data?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20282. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, is slightly faster with a score of 20480 (a -1% difference for the 2070 SUPER). The Intel Arc A750 is also in the same tier, with a -1.5% difference.

Q: What is the best resolution for a balance of visuals and FPS?

A: 2560x1440 with the Medium preset is the best choice. The average FPS is 79, with a minimum of 67. The High preset at 67 FPS is also viable, but the Medium preset offers a solid margin for stability.

Q: How does the CPU's benchmark score compare to the GPU's benchmark score?

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 53620, which is significantly higher than the GPU's average of 20282. This indicates the CPU is a much higher-performing component relative to the GPU in synthetic benchmarks, which is reflected in this game's GPU-bound nature.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM a bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth (448.0 GB/s) is the more critical factor. The frame rate drops significantly from 4K Medium to 4K High, indicating a heavy load on the GPU's memory subsystem, but the 8 GB capacity itself isn't the sole reason for the performance degradation; the resolution scaling is the primary factor.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a very capable processor, but its role in The Technomancer is secondary to the GPU. The data shows that the i7-14700F has a percentile of 91, meaning it performs better than 91% of all CPUs in the database. Its benchmark scores are high, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and a single-core score of 4958. This is a powerful processor, but the game is not CPU heavy at these resolutions.

The i7-14700F has a core configuration of 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. These specifications are more than sufficient to handle the game's logic and physics, but the GPU is the bottleneck. This is the classic sign of a GPU-bound system: the CPU is waiting for the GPU to complete its work. The measured frame rates don't change dramatically with settings at 1080p, but they do change with resolution, which is the hallmark of GPU dependency.

The CPU's role is to feed the GPU with data, and with a high single-core boost of 5.40 GHz, it is well-suited for this task. The 33 MB of L3 cache also helps in maintaining smooth performance by reducing the time to access frequently used data. However, the game's performance ceiling is set by the GPU, not the CPU. The i7-14700F's benchmark, such as its Geekbench single-core score of 2429, further confirms its capability, but it doesn't translate into a higher FPS in this title because the GPU is the limiting component.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the ideal settings depend on the target resolution and the user's preference for visual fidelity over frame rate.

For 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best choice. The average FPS of 80 is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the visual improvement over the High preset is the most complete experience. If the user has a high refresh rate monitor, the Medium preset at 120 FPS is also an excellent choice, offering a strong boost in frame rate with a minor trade-off in visual quality.

For 1440p, the Medium preset is the best balance. It delivers an average FPS of 79, which is smooth and stable, with a minimum of 67 FPS. The High preset is also playable at 67 FPS, but the Medium preset provides a safer margin for demanding scenes. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as it drops below the 60 FPS target at 53 FPS.

For 4K, the only playable setting is Low. It averages 56 FPS, which is just under a perfect 60 FPS but is still a playable experience. No other preset at 4K is recommended for a smooth experience; the High and Medium presets are far too low, and the Ultra preset at 29 FPS is not a viable choice. The data makes it clear that 4K is not a sweet spot for this combination in The Technomancer, and the user should stick to 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.