The Technomancer

The Technomancer is a 2016 Action RPG, and the measured performance data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 reveals a system capable of high refresh rates at standard resolutions, but one that is clearly constrained by graphical load at higher settings. The data shows a predictable scaling pattern across the four tested presets and three resolutions, allowing for a clear analysis of where this component combination excels and where it begins to struggle. The following breakdown interprets the measured FPS rows, CPU and GPU specifications, and the combo's standing among other tested configurations to provide a methodical overview of its gaming capability in this specific title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data for The Technomancer provides a clear hierarchy of performance across the four settings presets. At 1080p, the Low preset achieves an average of 166 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure for this combo. Moving up the quality ladder, the Medium preset delivers 128 FPS, High drops to 109 FPS, and Ultra falls to 85 FPS. All of these 1080p averages are well above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the processor and graphics card combination has ample headroom at this resolution regardless of the visual fidelity chosen.

At 1440p, the pattern continues but with a more pronounced impact from higher settings. The Low preset maintains a strong 109 FPS average, identical to the 1080p High result. Medium produces 83 FPS, High yields 71 FPS, and Ultra drops to 56 FPS. The step from High to Ultra at this resolution represents a significant 15 FPS loss, pushing the average below the 60 FPS mark. For users prioritizing smooth motion, the High preset at 1440p offers the best balance, as it remains above 60 FPS while providing a substantial visual upgrade over Medium.

The 4K results tell a more demanding story. The Low preset is the only option that maintains a playable average of 60 FPS. Medium drops to 46 FPS, High falls to 39 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 31 FPS. The data strongly suggests that 4K gaming with this combo is only viable at the lowest settings for a consistent experience. Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience for a balance of visual quality and frame rate is the High preset at 1440p, which delivers a 71 FPS average. For those who prioritize maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p provides the highest performance, while the High preset at 1080p offers a superior visual experience at 109 FPS, still far exceeding the 60 FPS baseline.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H is a mobile processor with 14 cores and 18 threads, based on the Meteor Lake architecture. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and it carries an 18 MB shared L3 cache. In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is primarily to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The benchmark results indicate that this processor is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions, as the FPS scales significantly when settings are reduced. For instance, at 1080p, the FPS jumps from 85 on Ultra to 166 on Low, a 95% increase. This scaling is typical of a GPU-limited scenario where lowering graphical settings reduces the workload on the graphics card, allowing the CPU to push more frames.

However, the CPU's capability is still a factor. The processor's single-thread performance, as indicated by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1700, is adequate for gaming. Its multi-core score of 11875.5 shows strong parallel processing ability. The data suggests that at 1080p with Low settings, the 166 FPS figure is likely approaching the CPU's frame generation limit for this game engine. The fact that 1440p Low yields the same 109 FPS as 1080p High is an interesting data point, suggesting that the CPU can handle the same workload in both scenarios, and the difference is purely on the GPU side. The processor's 28 W TDP indicates it is designed for mobile efficiency, yet its performance in this test shows it can support high refresh rates in a demanding action RPG.

The nearest rival data for this CPU shows it performing nearly identically to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, with a deltaPct of -0.1%, and slightly behind the Intel Core i5-13500HX at -0.6%. The Core Ultra 5 135H's 81st percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its position as a solidly capable processor. In this game, the CPU does not appear to be the limiting factor until the very highest frame rates are achieved, meaning that the 14-core, 18-thread configuration is more than sufficient for the majority of the tested settings and resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications dictate the performance ceiling in The Technomancer. It features 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz, with 6144 shading units. These specifications are substantial, and the benchmark data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences across the settings and resolutions.

The evidence for GPU dominance is clear when observing the FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 85 at 1080p to 56 at 1440p, and finally to 31 at 4K. This is a 64% reduction in FPS from 1080p to 4K, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The GPU must render four times the pixels at 4K compared to 1080p, and the 12 GB VRAM buffer and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed heavily. The memory clock of 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective) is high, but the sheer pixel throughput required at 4K overwhelms the GPU's compute capabilities at higher presets.

The GPU's performance is further contextualized by its benchmark scores. A Passmark G3D score of 29137 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5077 indicate strong raw performance. Its 82nd percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the upper tier. Despite this, the data shows that 4K Ultra is not a realistic target for this game, as the 31 FPS average is well below playable standards. The GPU can handle 4K at Low settings (60 FPS), but the visual compromise is significant. The GPU's role is clear: it provides excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p across most settings, but it is the component that limits the experience at 4K, particularly when higher quality presets are enabled.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 has a measured rank of 1535 out of 2825 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the 54th percentile of all tested systems, which is a middling position. The data suggests that while the individual components are strong, there are many other combinations that achieve higher frame rates in this specific title. This ranking is likely influenced by the fact that the CPU is a mobile part, and many of the competing combos may use higher-performance desktop processors or more powerful GPUs.

The combo's ranking seems somewhat low relative to the GPU's high percentile ranking (82nd) and the CPU's solid 81st percentile. This discrepancy highlights that game-specific performance can deviate from general benchmark scores. The Technomancer, being a 2016 title, might have specific engine quirks or CPU optimizations that favor certain architectures. The fact that the CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, performs within 0.1% of it in general benchmarks, but the combo still ranks in the lower half, suggests that the GPU might be underutilized in some scenarios due to CPU limitations at lower resolutions, or that the game is not well-optimized for this newer hardware combination. The rank of 1535 out of 2825 indicates that a majority of other tested configurations deliver higher average frame rates, making this combo a mid-tier performer in this particular game.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data across the three resolutions provides a detailed view of the system's scaling behavior. At Low settings, the average FPS is 166 at 1080p, 109 at 1440p, and 60 at 4K. This represents a 34% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 45% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is less severe at lower settings because the GPU has more headroom to handle the increased pixel count without hitting its compute limits. The 4K Low result of 60 FPS is a significant achievement, showing that the GPU has enough raw power to handle the resolution when the visual effects are minimized.

At High settings, the FPS drops from 109 at 1080p to 71 at 1440p, and then to 39 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1440p to 4K is 45%, similar to the Low preset, but the absolute FPS values are much lower. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 85 at 1080p to 56 at 1440p, and then to 31 at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is less than half of the 1080p Ultra result, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. The data clearly shows that the scaling is non-linear and heavily dependent on the settings preset. The fact that the FPS difference between 1080p and 1440p is larger than the difference between 1440p and 4K at higher settings suggests that the game becomes exponentially more demanding as pixel count increases, and the GPU's memory bandwidth and shading units are saturated. The limiting component is unequivocally the GPU, as the CPU's performance remains constant across resolutions, and the FPS scales inversely with the rendering resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in The Technomancer?

A: The data shows that 1440p with the High preset provides a 71 FPS average, which is a good balance of visual quality and performance. For the highest frame rates, 1080p with Low settings achieves 166 FPS, while 4K is only playable at Low settings with a 60 FPS average.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in The Technomancer?

A: Yes, but only at the Low settings preset, which yields a 60 FPS average. Medium settings drop to 46 FPS, High to 39 FPS, and Ultra to 31 FPS, all of which are below the ideal 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings. The FPS scales significantly with resolution, dropping from 85 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 31 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is a classic sign of GPU limitation. The CPU is sufficient to support high frame rates at lower resolutions.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 29093 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, which has a deltaPct of -0.1%. It is also within 0.6% of the Intel Core i5-13500HX, indicating similar general processing performance.

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 166, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 1535 out of 2825 tested combos for The Technomancer, placing it in the middle of the pack. This rank is lower than the individual component percentiles might suggest, indicating game-specific performance characteristics.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table outlines the exact average FPS figures for each resolution and settings preset combination, as measured in the data. The minimum and maximum FPS are included for the Medium preset at each resolution, where they were recorded.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | :---------- | :------ | :------ |

| 3840x2160 | High | 39 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 60 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 46 | 39 | 53 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 31 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 71 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 109 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 83 | 71 | 96 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 56 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 109 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 166 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 128 | 108 | 147 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 85 | - | - |

The data shows a consistent trend: as resolution increases and settings are raised, the average FPS decreases. At 1080p, all presets are highly playable, with the Low preset offering the highest performance. At 1440p, the Ultra preset falls just below 60 FPS, making High the recommended preset for a smooth experience. At 4K, only the Low preset maintains a 60 FPS average, with Medium, High, and Ultra all falling well below that mark. The Medium preset at all resolutions demonstrates the range of frame rates, with the 1080p Medium showing a minimum of 108 FPS and a maximum of 147 FPS, while the 4K Medium shows a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS, highlighting the performance variability under load.