The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that stresses both the CPU and GPU. This analysis examines the measured performance of the Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT across a range of resolutions and settings. The data reveals a configuration that is highly capable, though its behavior at different quality levels provides insight into where the performance bottleneck lies for this specific title.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. With a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, it offers substantial single-threaded capability that many games from this era rely upon. The CPU's benchmark results show it is a top-tier part; its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44557 and single-core score of 6290 place it in the 96th percentile against all CPUs. This high percentile indicates that the processor is unlikely to be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU is typically saturated.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and manage game logic. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is doing its job effectively, allowing the GPU to reach high frame rates. However, the performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the shifting balance. The CPU's strong single-thread performance is crucial for maintaining high minimum frame rates, but the measured average FPS data shows that the GPU is the primary constraint as resolution increases. The processor's 33 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4/DDR5 memory also contribute to its ability to handle the game's data streaming requirements without causing stutter. The i7-14700KF's nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, have nearly identical average benchmark scores, with deltas of 0% and -0.4% respectively, confirming that this CPU is at the apex of consumer performance for this type of workload.

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

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 212.8 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This indicates that the CPU and GPU combination has significant headroom for high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution when visual fidelity is reduced.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations in The Technomancer?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is ranked 593 out of 1656 tested combos for this game. This places it in the top 35.8% of all systems benchmarked, indicating a strong performer.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 37.9 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration tested and shows that while the game is playable, it falls below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the performance difference between High and Medium settings more significant at 1080p or 4K?

A: The difference is more significant at 1080p. At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 164.0 on Medium to 139.8 on High, a decrease of 24.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the drop is from 56.9 on Medium to 51.9 on High, a decrease of only 5.0 FPS, showing that the GPU is already heavily loaded at 4K.

Q: What is the average FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS on Low settings is 142.2, while on Ultra settings it is 72.1. This represents a performance reduction of 70.1 FPS, or approximately 49.3%, when moving from the lowest to the highest quality presets.

Q: What is the GPU's average benchmark score percentile?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has an average benchmark score of 49982, placing it in the 87th percentile against all GPUs. This indicates it is a high-end graphics card, though its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, is 2.6% ahead in average score.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions clearly illustrates the transition from a CPU-bound to a GPU-bound scenario. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 139.8 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rate drops to 92.0 FPS, a decrease of 47.8 FPS (34.2%). This significant drop indicates that the GPU is starting to become a bottleneck, as the number of pixels to render increases by 78%.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more pronounced. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 51.9, a further drop of 40.1 FPS from the 1440p result. This 43.6% reduction in performance for a 125% increase in pixel count strongly suggests the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is the limiting component. The CPU, which is in the 96th percentile, has ample headroom to process the game's logic and draw calls; it is the GPU's pixel-pushing capabilities that constrain the frame rate at higher resolutions.

This pattern is consistent across all settings. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 212.8 FPS at 1080p to 142.2 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 78.3 FPS at 4K. The absolute FPS drop is larger at lower settings because the GPU is less loaded, but the percentage drop remains significant. This analysis shows that for this game, players targeting 4K will be entirely reliant on the GPU's performance, while those at 1080p may find the CPU's strong single-thread performance helps maintain very high frame rates.

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

The following data represents the measured average frame rates for the Intel Core i7-14700KF and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT combination in The Technomancer. Data is presented for three resolutions and four quality presets.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 212.8 FPS
• Medium: 164.0 FPS
• High: 139.8 FPS
• Ultra: 111.7 FPS

At 1080p, the configuration demonstrates exceptional performance. Even with Ultra settings, the average frame rate remains above 110 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors. The scaling from Low to Ultra results in a 101.1 FPS performance cost, showing the substantial impact of graphical fidelity at this resolution.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 142.2 FPS
• Medium: 109.4 FPS
• High: 92.0 FPS
• Ultra: 72.1 FPS

At 1440p, the system remains very capable. The High preset delivers a solid 92.0 FPS, which is ideal for most gaming monitors. The Ultra preset, while dropping to 72.1 FPS, remains above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The performance difference between Low and Ultra is 70.1 FPS, indicating the GPU is now bearing a heavier load.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 78.3 FPS
• Medium: 56.9 FPS
• High: 51.9 FPS
• Ultra: 37.9 FPS

At 4K, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is clearly the limiting factor. Only the Low preset manages to stay above 60 FPS. The High preset yields 51.9 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Ultra preset drops to 37.9 FPS, which is below the standard for a smooth experience. This data confirms that for 4K gaming, users will need to significantly reduce settings to maintain high frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i7-14700KF and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT combination is ranked 593 out of 1656 tested configurations for The Technomancer. This places it in the top 35.8% of all systems, signifying that it is a strong performer. The rank is influenced by the GPU's 87th percentile standing, which is good but not top-tier, and the CPU's 96th percentile, which is excellent.

The GPU's nearest rivals provide context for this ranking. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, which has a 2.6% higher average benchmark score, would likely place higher in the rankings for this game. Conversely, the Intel Arc A550M, which is 0.5% faster in average score, and the NVIDIA CMP 50HX, which is 1.9% slower, represent a close cluster of performance. This indicates that the RX 6800 XT is positioned in a competitive segment, and its ranking in this specific game is a result of its raw performance combined with the CPU's ability to feed it.

The CPU's ranking further supports the system's position. With an average benchmark score of 70104, the i7-14700KF is virtually tied with the i7-14700K (70074, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (70420, -0.4% delta). This means that swapping to a different top-tier CPU would likely yield negligible changes in The Technomancer's frame rates. The bottleneck at higher resolutions is the GPU, and the combo's rank of 593 reflects the GPU's capabilities rather than any deficiency in the processor. For a 2016 title, this modern combination provides a high level of performance, though it does not reach the very top of the charts reserved for the most powerful GPUs available.