The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that clearly separates hardware combinations. In the database of tested configurations, the pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 secures a rank of 1723 out of 3696 tested combos. This places it in the 46th percentile, meaning it outperforms nearly half of all tested systems. The benchmark results indicate a combination that is competent for 1080p gaming but will require settings adjustments to maintain smooth performance at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

With a rank of 1723 out of 3696 tested combos, this system sits squarely in the middle of the performance spectrum. This is not a top-tier enthusiast pairing, but rather a balanced mid-range setup. The data shows a system that can handle demanding titles, but it will not be at the absolute top of the charts. The ranking reflects the combined capabilities of the central processor and the graphics card.

The GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7700, carries an average benchmark score of 15852, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon R9 370X, which scores 15862 (a mere 0.1% difference), the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 at 15679 (1.1% higher for the 7700), and the AMD Radeon RX 9060 at 16014 (1% higher for the 9060). This data shows the RX 7700 is positioned within a tight cluster of comparable graphics cards. Its performance is nearly identical to that of the older R9 370X in synthetic benchmarks, yet it is a modern RDNA 3.0 architecture card with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

The CPU, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245, is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. It achieves an average benchmark score of 48995, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. This is a very strong result from a synthetic perspective. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which scores 49196 (0.4% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 at 49228 (0.5% higher). On the other side, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698 (0.6% lower for the 245), and the Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618 (0.8% lower for the 245). The Core Ultra 5 245 is effectively a peer of these high-end processors in multi-threaded workloads, which is a notable asset.

However, the overall combo rank is not at the 90th percentile that the CPU suggests, nor the 58th of the GPU. The combined result of 1723 out of 3696 demonstrates that in the context of The Technomancer, the system's overall performance is a balanced outcome of the two parts. The data shows this system is a solid all-rounder, but it faces a significant bottleneck at higher resolutions, as will be seen in the FPS breakdown.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor from the Core Ultra Series 2. It has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This is a modern, efficient architecture built on TSMC's 3nm process, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance is evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924 and a single-core score of 4648. The PassMark multi-thread score is 38706 and the single-thread score is 4394.

In the context of The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and the overall simulation. The game is from 2016, and modern CPUs are often overkill for the CPU demands of games of that era. However, the 14 cores and 14 threads provide substantial headroom for background tasks and ensure the processor is not a limiting factor in most scenarios.

The data in the measured FPS shows that at 1080p, the system achieves very high frame rates, which would indicate the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU effectively. However, as resolution increases, the frame rate drops significantly, which points to the GPU becoming the primary constraint. The CPU's performance, as measured by its 90th percentile ranking, is not the limiting factor in this combination at higher resolutions. Its strong multi-threading and high single-thread boost clock of 5.10 GHz ensure it can handle the title's logic with ease. The data shows a processor that is more than capable of supporting the GPU in this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination in The Technomancer?

A: This combination ranks 1723rd out of 3696 tested combos, placing it in the 46th percentile of all tested systems.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995. It is 0.4% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and 0.5% slower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900. It is 0.6% faster than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H and 0.8% faster than the Intel Core i5-14600K.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking and how does it compare to the AMD Radeon R9 370X?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 15852, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Radeon R9 370X's score of 15862.

Q: What are the best and worst average frame rates at 1080p for this combination?

A: The best average frame rate at 1080p is 179 FPS on Low settings. The worst is 92 FPS at Ultra settings.

Q: At what resolution does the system fail to maintain 60 FPS?

A: At 3840x2160 resolution, the system only achieves 60 FPS or more on Low settings at 64 FPS. On Medium, it drops to 49 FPS, and on High it is 42 FPS. Ultra settings produce an average of 33 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's single-threaded performance compare to its multi-threaded performance in raw scores?

A: The CPU has a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1952 and a multi-core score of 13828. In Cinebench R23, it scores 4648 single-core and 32924 multi-core.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination provides a clear picture of its performance across resolutions and settings. All numbers are average frame rates.

At 1920x1080, the system is very powerful. With Low settings, the average FPS is 179. This is an extremely high frame rate, ideal for competitive play. On Medium settings, the average is 137 FPS, with a minimum of 117 and a maximum of 158. High settings yield an average of 117 FPS. At Ultra settings, the average drops to 92 FPS. This shows that even at the highest preset, the system is capable of producing a smooth experience on 1080p displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates begin to drop. At Low settings, the average is 117 FPS. The Medium preset gives an average of 90 FPS, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103. High settings produce an average of 77 FPS. The Ultra preset is still playable, with an average of 60 FPS. This shows the system is well-suited for 1440p gaming, with the Ultra preset being the main point where performance starts to become a concern.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 64. Medium settings yield an average of 49 FPS, with a minimum of 42 and a maximum of 57. High settings produce an average of 42 FPS. The Ultra preset delivers an average of 33 FPS. These numbers show a significant performance hit at 4K, making it difficult to achieve a consistent 60 FPS experience.

The data shows the system's performance scaling from 1080p to 4K. It is evident that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining performance at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling of this combination shows a clear trend. At 1080p, the system is powerful, with average frame rates ranging from 179 FPS at Low to 92 FPS at Ultra. When moving to 1440p, these numbers drop considerably. From 1080p to 1440p on High settings, the average FPS drops from 117 to 77, a 34% decrease. At Medium settings, the drop is from 137 to 90, a 34% reduction. At Low, the drop is from 179 to 117, a 35% decrease. At Ultra, it goes from 92 to 60, a 35% drop.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more pronounced. On High settings, the average FPS goes from 77 to 42, a 45% reduction. At Medium, it goes from 90 to 49, a 46% drop. On Low, it goes from 117 to 64, a 45% decrease. At Ultra, it goes from 60 to 33, a 45% reduction. This data indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at 4K. The CPU is not causing a significant bottleneck, as the frame rate scales almost linearly with the pixel count.

This strong scaling with resolution confirms that the rendering load is being placed on the GPU, which is the Radeon RX 7700. The GPU, which has an average benchmark score of 15852, is the component that is being stressed as the resolution increases. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 48995, is not the constraint. The system is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K, the GPU's 58th percentile ranking is the limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the best experience for this combination is at 1920x1080. Here, all settings presets are viable. For a competitive player, the Low settings at 179 FPS will be preferred. However, for a visual experience, the Ultra preset at 92 FPS is still very smooth and provides a high level of detail. The High preset at 117 FPS is a good middle ground, balancing visual quality and high frame rates.

For 2560x1440, the system is still very capable. The Ultra preset at 60 FPS is the maximum visual quality and is perfectly playable. If a higher frame rate is desired, the High preset at 77 FPS is recommended, as it provides a significant boost in FPS with a visual trade-off. The Medium preset at 90 FPS is for those who want a fast frame rate and are willing to sacrifice some visual detail.

At 3840x2160, the system is only able to achieve a smooth 60 FPS on Low settings, which yields 64 FPS. The Medium preset at 49 FPS is playable but not ideal for fast-paced gaming. The High and Ultra presets at 42 and 33 FPS, respectively, are not recommended for a good experience. The data shows that 4K is a compromise with this hardware. For a good 4K experience, the settings must be turned down to Low, or the user should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a much better visual-to-frame balance.

The data indicates that the best experience overall is 1440p with High settings, providing 77 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this CPU-GPU combination, delivering a great visual quality and a frame rate that is above the 60 FPS target. The 1080p Ultra settings at 92 FPS is also a strong choice for those with 1080p displays, but the 1440p High is the best all-around for modern displays. For 4K, the user would need to sacrifice too much visual quality to achieve playable frame rates.