The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with resolution. When paired with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, the measured frame rates reveal a system that is largely GPU-limited at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom at 1080p. The data shows a clear progression of performance degradation as pixel count increases, with the most dramatic drop occurring between 1440p and 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data illustrates a steep performance curve across the three tested resolutions. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 81 FPS. Moving to 1440p, that average drops to 53 FPS, a reduction of 28 FPS. The most severe decline occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K, where the average falls to 29 FPS, a further 24 FPS loss. This pattern suggests that the game’s rendering load grows disproportionately with pixel count, heavily taxing the GPU.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a total drop from 81 FPS to 29 FPS, which is a 64% reduction in performance. This magnitude of loss indicates that the RTX 5050 is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the workload becomes too heavy for the GPU to maintain playable frame rates. At 1080p, the system is likely more balanced, but the data still shows a significant gap between Low and Ultra settings, indicating the GPU is still the dominant factor.

Looking at the Low settings preset, the scaling is less severe but still substantial. At 1080p Low, the system produces 124 FPS, which drops to 81 FPS at 1440p and further to 45 FPS at 4K. This 79 FPS difference between 1080p and 4K at Low settings reinforces that even with reduced graphical fidelity, the pixel throughput requirement at 4K overwhelms the GPU. The data suggests that for a consistently smooth experience, users should target 1080p or 1440p, as 4K performance is only viable at the lowest settings preset.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 2317 MHz with a boost clock of 2572 MHz. These specifications position the card with a passmark G3D score of 17326, placing it at the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The VRAM capacity is a critical factor in The Technomancer, as the game’s texture and geometry demands at higher resolutions can quickly consume available memory.

The benchmark results indicate that the RTX 5050’s performance is consistent with its mid-range positioning. At 1080p Medium, the card delivers 95 FPS, while at 1440p Medium it produces 62 FPS. The 4K Medium result of 34 FPS, with a minimum of 29 FPS and maximum of 39 FPS, shows the frame time variance increases at higher resolutions, suggesting the GPU is struggling to maintain steady output. The 4K Ultra preset yields just 23 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

The GPU’s memory bandwidth and capacity appear to be limiting factors at 4K. The transition from Medium to Ultra at 4K results in a drop from 34 FPS to 23 FPS, a 32% reduction, which is more pronounced than the equivalent transition at 1080p (95 FPS to 64 FPS, a 33% reduction). This indicates that while the GPU is the primary constraint, the additional VRAM pressure at 4K Ultra exacerbates the performance penalty. The nearest rival comparisons show the RTX 5050 is within 1.6% of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, which provides context for its expected performance tier.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for The Technomancer, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 holds a rank of 2247 out of 2825 total combos. This places it in the lower 20% of all tested configurations, indicating that while it can run the game, it does so at frame rates that are below what many other systems achieve. The rank reflects the overall performance across all measured settings and resolutions, weighted by the playability at each.

The combo’s rank is largely influenced by its 4K performance, which is sub-30 FPS for all presets except Low. At 1080p, the system performs admirably, with the High preset hitting 81 FPS and Low reaching 124 FPS. However, the database likely includes many desktop configurations with more powerful GPUs, which push the average performance higher. The CPU’s percentile rank of 83rd overall indicates it is not the weak link, but the GPU’s 66th percentile ranking pulls the combined score down.

The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates. At 1440p, it remains playable with High settings at 53 FPS, but the margin for error is thin. The 4K results are largely unusable for competitive or fast-paced gameplay, with even the Low preset only reaching 45 FPS. This ranking suggests users with this hardware should prioritize resolution over graphical fidelity to maintain acceptable performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 81 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT?

A: The RTX 5050 is 1.6% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT based on average benchmark scores.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 53 FPS, with a maximum of 72 FPS.

Q: Is the Core Ultra 7 155H a high-performing CPU relative to others?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is at the 83rd percentile when compared to all CPUs, indicating strong performance.

Q: What is the best resolution for a smooth experience with this combo?

A: The data shows 1080p is the most consistent, with all presets except Ultra achieving over 80 FPS, while 1440p is playable but less stable.

Q: Does the game run at 60 FPS at 4K with any settings?

A: No, the maximum average FPS at 3840x2160 is 45 FPS with Low settings, which is below 60 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H features 16 cores and 22 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. It has a 24 MB shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 15028 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1743 in single-core, with a Passmark multithread score of 24873.

For The Technomancer, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. At 1080p, where the GPU is less stressed, the CPU’s performance is sufficient to maintain high frame rates. The difference between 1080p Low (124 FPS) and 1080p High (81 FPS) shows the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU can handle the increased load. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking indicates it is not a bottleneck in this title.

The data suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU has headroom to spare. The 1080p Ultra preset at 64 FPS is still above 60 FPS, and the CPU’s single-thread performance (1743 in Cinebench R23) is adequate for the game’s logic. However, at 4K, the CPU is far less relevant, as the GPU is clearly the constraint. The CPU’s TDP of 28 W indicates it is a mobile part, but its performance is sufficient to avoid limiting the RTX 5050 in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. For 1080p, the High preset delivers 81 FPS, which is a good balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 64 FPS is also playable, but the 17 FPS drop from High may not justify the visual gains. The Medium preset at 95 FPS offers a smoother experience, but High is recommended for a better visual experience without sacrificing playability.

For 1440p, the High preset at 53 FPS is borderline for smooth gameplay, while Medium at 62 FPS is more comfortable. The Ultra preset at 42 FPS is not recommended due to the risk of frame drops. At 4K, only the Low preset at 45 FPS is marginally playable, but it is still below 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 34 FPS is too low for most users, and High and Ultra at 29 FPS and 23 FPS respectively are not viable.

The most efficient choice for a single preset across all resolutions is Medium. It provides 95 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 34 FPS at 4K. This preset offers a consistent frame rate that scales predictably with resolution. For users prioritizing visual fidelity at 1080p, High is the best option, as it maintains 81 FPS while providing better textures and effects than Medium.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 124 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce 95 FPS, with a minimum of 81 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS. High settings yield 81 FPS, and Ultra drops to 64 FPS. All 1080p presets maintain average frame rates above 60 FPS, making this resolution the most comfortable for gameplay.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance declines across the board. Low settings average 81 FPS, which is identical to the 1080p High result. Medium settings average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. High settings drop to 53 FPS, and Ultra falls to 42 FPS. The 1440p results show that only Low and Medium presets consistently stay above 60 FPS, while High and Ultra require compromises.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 5050 is clearly overburdened. Low settings are the only preset to break 40 FPS, averaging 45 FPS. Medium settings average 34 FPS, with a minimum of 29 FPS and a maximum of 39 FPS. High settings fall to 29 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 23 FPS. The 4K data shows a steep drop from Low to Medium (11 FPS), and the frame rates are below 30 FPS for all presets except Low, making 4K unsuitable for this game with this hardware.