The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents an interesting case study for modern high-end hardware. The benchmark results for the Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 show a combination that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet the CPU’s capability becomes a significant factor at 1080p. The data reveals a system that can push well beyond the refresh rates of most monitors, even at demanding 4K Ultra settings. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and presets, contextualizing the results against the component's known benchmark standings.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking among tested configurations for The Technomancer?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 7th out of 1,656 tested combos in the database for this game, placing it in the top percentile of all systems.

Q: How does the Core i7-14700KF compare to its closest rival, the Core i7-14700K?

A: The average benchmark score for the Core i7-14700KF is 70,104, while the Core i7-14700K scores 70,074. The deltaPct between them is 0%, indicating statistically identical performance in synthetic tests.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces an average of 221.4 FPS, while the Ultra preset produces 111.8 FPS. This represents a significant performance cost for the higher visual fidelity.

Q: Is the RTX 5090's performance notably ahead of its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 D?

A: The RTX 5090 has an average benchmark score of 84,306, and its closest rival, the RTX 5090 D, scores 84,241. The deltaPct is 0.1%, showing that they are effectively tied in overall synthetic performance.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 323.7, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset. This indicates the game can run at extremely high frame rates when visual demands are minimized.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K on the High preset?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 148.5 FPS. When moving to 3840x2160 at the same High preset, the average FPS drops to 78.3. This is a reduction of approximately 47%, highlighting the heavy load placed on the GPU at 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this pairing for The Technomancer. With its substantial 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, the GPU has a massive bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This memory configuration is far beyond what a 2016 title like The Technomancer requires, meaning VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor at any resolution or setting tested. The GPU’s architecture, Blackwell 2.0, is built on a 5 nm process and contains 92,200 million transistors. Its high boost clock of 2407 MHz and base clock of 2017 MHz contribute to its raw computational power, which is reflected in its 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

In the context of these benchmark results, the GPU's role is the primary driver of frame rates, especially at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, the average FPS drops significantly across all settings, which is the classic signature of a GPU-bound workload. For instance, at High settings, FPS falls from 223.8 at 1080p to 148.5 at 1440p and then to 78.3 at 4K. This pattern demonstrates that the RTX 5090 is being tasked with rendering an increasing number of pixels, and its performance scales accordingly. The GPU's synthetic benchmark percentile of 94 vs all GPUs confirms its top-tier status, and its average benchmark score of 84,306 places it in a class of its own, with its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 D, being virtually identical in performance.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how the system scales across the three tested resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is likely CPU-bound in many scenarios, as the GPU is capable of producing extremely high frame rates. The jump from Low to High at 1080p is from 323.7 to 223.8 FPS, a difference of about 100 FPS. However, the jump from 1440p to 4K at Low settings is more drastic, from 221.4 down to 123.7 FPS. This indicates that the rendering load is growing exponentially with pixel count.

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent and steep across all settings. For the Ultra preset, the average FPS plummets from 175.7 at 1080p to 111.8 at 1440p, and finally to 63.4 at 4K. This 4K Ultra result is the lowest average FPS recorded for the entire combo, yet it remains playable. The scaling suggests that at 1080p, the CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU, but the GPU's workload is still the primary factor. The data points to a system where the limiting component shifts from the CPU at lower resolutions to the GPU as resolution increases, but the GPU is so powerful that it never becomes a bottleneck in an unplayable way.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience depends on the user's display and preference for visual fidelity versus raw frame rate. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 223.8 FPS offers an excellent balance, providing a smooth experience that far exceeds the refresh rate of most monitors. The Low preset at 323.7 FPS is only useful for competitive play where maximum frame rates are paramount, as the visual downgrade is significant. The Medium preset at 260.5 FPS is also a strong option, but High offers a better visual return for the 36.7 FPS cost.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the clear recommendation, delivering 148.5 FPS. This is a near-ideal scenario for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The Ultra preset at 111.8 FPS is also viable and provides the best visual quality, but the 36.7 FPS drop from High may not be worth the marginal graphical improvements in a game from this era. The Medium preset at 169.8 FPS is a good middle ground, but High is superior in visual quality while still maintaining a high frame rate.

For 4K gaming at 3840x2160, the High preset at 78.3 FPS is the best choice for a balanced experience. It provides a smooth frame rate that is well-suited for a 60Hz or 120Hz display. The Ultra preset at 63.4 FPS is playable but pushes the system to its limits, and the 14.9 FPS drop from High is noticeable. The Medium preset at 96.5 FPS sacrifices some visual fidelity for a more comfortable margin above 60 FPS. Ultimately, the High preset consistently offers the best experience-per-frame-rate ratio across all resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for The Technomancer, this specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 holds the 7th position out of 1,656 tested combos. This ranking confirms the raw power of both components. The CPU, with its average benchmark score of 70,104, sits in the 96th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-14700K, are functionally identical in performance, with a deltaPct of 0%. The GPU, meanwhile, is in the 94th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 84,306.

The high combo rank is expected given the top-tier nature of the parts. The fact that it doesn't rank first suggests that other combinations, likely with even more powerful CPUs or platform advantages, can extract slightly higher frame rates, particularly in CPU-bound scenarios at 1080p. However, the gap is likely small. The data shows that this is a top-tier configuration that will not be a limiting factor in this game. The CPU's strong multi-core performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44,557, ensures it can handle any background tasks while gaming. This rank of 7th out of 1,656 confirms that this is an elite-level setup for running The Technomancer.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the complete set of measured average FPS for the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination.

1920x1080:

• Low: 323.7 FPS
• Medium: 260.5 FPS
• High: 223.8 FPS
• Ultra: 175.7 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 221.4 FPS
• Medium: 169.8 FPS
• High: 148.5 FPS
• Ultra: 111.8 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 123.7 FPS
• Medium: 96.5 FPS
• High: 78.3 FPS
• Ultra: 63.4 FPS

The data shows a consistent hierarchy across all resolutions, with Low being the fastest and Ultra being the slowest. The performance cost of each settings tier is relatively uniform. For example, moving from Medium to High costs roughly 36 FPS at 1080p, 21 FPS at 1440p, and 18 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the graphical enhancements in the High preset are consistently demanding. The step from High to Ultra is even more punishing, costing 48.1 FPS at 1080p, 36.7 FPS at 1440p, and 14.9 FPS at 4K. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes features that are disproportionately heavy on the GPU, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU is less of a bottleneck.