The Technomancer

The Technomancer, an Action RPG from 2016, presents a demanding workload for modern mobile hardware. This analysis examines the measured performance of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile, using only the provided benchmark data. The results are contextualized against other tested combinations and the individual components' synthetic benchmark scores.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile achieves a rank of 2040 out of 3696 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places the pairing in the 55th percentile of all tested systems, indicating a mid-pack standing rather than a top-tier performer for this specific title. The data suggests that while the components are individually capable, their combined performance in this game is moderate, not exceptional.

This ranking is notable given the hardware's specifications. The RTX 5070 Mobile is a current-generation part, but its 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs suggests it is not at the very top of the performance heap. Similarly, the Core Ultra 5 125H sits at the 79th percentile among all CPUs. When these two mid-to-high percentile components are combined, the resulting 2040th place ranking out of 3696 combos indicates that The Technomancer's specific engine and workload characteristics do not favor this pairing as much as other games might.

The position relative to other combos is not a simple average of the components' standings. A 79th percentile CPU and a 75th percentile GPU would ideally place the combo in a higher tier. The fact that it lands near the 55th percentile suggests a potential bottleneck or an unoptimized interaction between this specific CPU-GPU pairing and the game. The benchmark results imply that the game may not be fully utilizing the capabilities of both components in tandem, leading to a performance tier that is lower than the sum of its parts.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 125H is a mobile processor with 14 cores and 18 threads, a configuration that provides substantial multi-threaded capacity. Its base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz are moderate for a mobile part, and its 28W TDP indicates a focus on power efficiency over raw sustained performance. The processor is built on Intel's 7 nm process and features an 18 MB shared L3 cache, which is relevant for handling the game's data streams.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Core Ultra 5 125H demonstrates its capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12804.5 points and single-core score of 1647.5 points provide context for its processing power. Its average benchmark score of 27507 places it in a tight cluster of rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 with an average score of 27535 (a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Core i5-12600K at 27578 (a 0.3% difference). This indicates the CPU is competitive with these desktop-class chips from previous generations, despite being a mobile part.

For The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and physics. The measured FPS data shows performance scaling with resolution, but the game's 2016 release date suggests it may not be heavily multi-threaded. While the 14 cores and 18 threads provide headroom for modern workloads, the game's ability to utilize them is uncertain from the data. The single-core performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score, is likely more critical for this title. The data shows that the CPU's performance is well within the range of its rivals, but the game's specific engine will determine how much of this processing power is translated into frame rate.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile is the primary graphics processor, featuring 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. The GPU is built on TSMC's 5 nm process and utilizes the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. Its base clock is 907 MHz with a boost clock of 1425 MHz, and it has a TDP of 50 W, making it a power-efficient mobile solution. The 4608 shading units and 144 tensor cores provide the raw compute capacity for modern rendering techniques.

Synthetic benchmarks for the RTX 5070 Mobile show a strong graphics processor. The Passmark G3D score of 20355 points and Geekbench OpenCL score of 122238 points are indicative of its performance. Its average benchmark score of 29928 places it in close competition with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (average score 29945, a 0.1% difference) and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (average score 30095, a 0.6% difference). This suggests the mobile 5070 performs on par with previous-generation desktop high-end cards.

In The Technomancer, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are key factors. The game's performance at various settings suggests a significant reliance on the GPU. The measured FPS data shows a clear drop when moving from Low to Ultra settings at all resolutions, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario. The GPU's 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it is a capable part, but the measured frame rates in this game show it is not sufficient for maximum settings at 4K, where the average FPS drops to 31. The data indicates the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences across settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. The data is complete for all settings at each resolution, except for min/max FPS values which are only provided for Medium settings.

At 1920x1080, the combo performs well. The Low preset achieves an average of 166 FPS, which is a very playable frame rate for fast-paced action. The High preset averages 109 FPS, and Medium averages 128 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 85 FPS. This shows a clear performance hierarchy, with the game becoming more demanding as settings increase. The Medium preset has a min FPS of 108 and a max of 147, showing a stable frame delivery.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop as expected. The Low preset averages 109 FPS, which is a solid result for 1440p. The High preset averages 71 FPS, and Medium averages 83 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 56 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a competitive experience. The Medium preset at this resolution has a min FPS of 71 and a max of 96, showing a slightly wider range than at 1080p but still maintaining playable frame times.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly challenged. The Low preset averages 60 FPS, which is exactly at the threshold for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, with a min of 39 and a max of 53, indicating some frame pacing issues. The High preset averages 39 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 31 FPS, both of which are below the ideal playable threshold for an action game. This data shows that 4K gaming at high settings is not a viable option for this combo in The Technomancer.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run The Technomancer at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured data shows an average FPS of 31 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is below the standard 60 FPS threshold and is likely to result in a stuttering or unresponsive experience. The High preset at 4K is also not playable, averaging only 39 FPS.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the High and Medium presets both exceed 100 FPS, with averages of 109 and 128 FPS, respectively. Even the Ultra preset at 1080p manages an average of 85 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only one that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, averaging 109 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's synthetic performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Core Ultra 5 125H has an average benchmark score of 27507. This is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800, which has an average score of 27535, a 0.1% difference. It is also within 0.3% of the Intel Core i5-12600K, which scores 27578.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU and GPU are well-balanced at 1080p. At Low settings, the average FPS is 166, which is a very high frame rate. If the CPU were a severe bottleneck, we would expect the frame rate to be lower, as the GPU would be waiting on the processor. The scaling from Low (166 FPS) to Ultra (85 FPS) shows the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as the workload increases.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset averages 83 FPS, while the High preset averages 71 FPS. This is a difference of 12 FPS, or roughly a 14% drop in performance when moving from Medium to High. The Medium preset also shows a min FPS of 71, which is a good indicator of stability.

Q: How does the GPU's performance compare to the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The RTX 5070 Mobile has an average benchmark score of 29928, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 3070 Ti's average score of 29945. Based on these synthetic scores, the two GPUs are essentially equivalent in performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's performance priorities and display resolution. For a target of 60 FPS or higher, the data provides clear guidance.

For 1080p displays, the High preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 109 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target and provides a significant visual improvement over the Medium preset. The Ultra preset at 1080p, averaging 85 FPS, is also a viable option for users who prioritize image quality over a higher frame rate. However, the High preset offers a better balance of performance and visual fidelity.

For 1440p displays, the Low preset is the only option that guarantees an average above 100 FPS, hitting 109 FPS. The Medium preset, at 83 FPS, is the best choice for a playable experience with improved visuals, as it remains above the 60 FPS threshold and shows a stable min FPS of 71. The High preset at 1440p, at 71 FPS, is also playable but offers less headroom for demanding scenes.

For 4K displays, the data suggests that this combo is not suited for high-quality gaming in The Technomancer. The Low preset is the only option that reaches an average of 60 FPS, which is the minimum for a playable experience. Medium at 46 FPS and High at 39 FPS are below the playable threshold. The Ultra preset at 31 FPS is not recommended. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a better experience.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. This scaling is a key indicator of the system's limiting component.

At High settings, the average FPS drops from 109 at 1920x1080 to 71 at 2560x1440, and then to 39 at 3840x2160. This represents a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 45% drop from 1440p to 4K. This steep decline is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the graphics processor is struggling to fill the increasing number of pixels.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 166 at 1080p to 109 at 1440p (a 34% drop) and then to 60 at 4K (a 45% drop). This proportional decrease across all settings confirms that the GPU is the primary limiting component. The CPU's performance, which is sufficient to drive high frame rates at 1080p, becomes less relevant as the GPU's workload increases with resolution.

The data indicates that the RTX 5070 Mobile's 8 GB VRAM and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for maintaining high frame rates at 4K in this title. The transition from 1440p to 4K is particularly punishing, with a nearly 50% reduction in performance. This suggests that 4K gaming in The Technomancer is beyond the capabilities of this mobile GPU, and users should target 1080p or 1440p for a smooth experience.