The Technomancer

The Technomancer, a 2016 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with both resolution and graphical presets. This analysis examines the performance of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, based on measured frame rate data. The combination demonstrates a wide performance envelope, from highly playable at 4K High to exceptionally fast at 1080p Low, indicating a balanced pairing where the GPU is the primary scaling factor across settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 2560x1440 with High settings?

A: The measured average frame rate for this configuration at 2560x1440 with High settings is 109.5 FPS. This suggests a very smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 42576, which is 0.3% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE's score of 42723. The performance difference between these two cards is negligible in synthetic tests.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 259.9 FPS on Low settings to 132.6 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a significant 127.3 FPS reduction, highlighting the substantial cost of Ultra presets.

Q: Is the Core Ultra 7 265K a top-tier processor based on its benchmark percentile?

A: Yes, the Core Ultra 7 265K scores in the 97th percentile when compared to all CPUs. This places it in the upper echelon of processors for overall compute performance.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Medium settings?

A: The measured average frame rate at 4K with Medium settings is 73.9 FPS. This indicates that Medium settings are a viable option for 4K gaming with this hardware.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 7 265K's multi-core performance compare to the Intel Core i9-14900K?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265K has an average benchmark score of 79102, which is 0.9% lower than the Intel Core i9-14900K's score of 79824. The 265K trails the i9-14900K by a small margin in this metric.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the central component for frame rate output in The Technomancer. The data shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern tied directly to the graphics settings. At 1920x1080, the GPU delivers an average of 259.9 FPS on Low settings, which falls to 132.6 FPS on Ultra. This performance curve demonstrates that the GPU has ample headroom at lower presets, but Ultra settings impose a heavy workload that nearly halves the frame rate.

The GPU's memory configuration is a key factor in its performance. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory subsystem is well-suited for the demands of The Technomancer, as evidenced by the 4K performance. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate on High settings is 61.9 FPS, which is playable, while Low settings at this resolution yield 92.7 FPS. The boost clock of 2475 MHz, supported by 7168 shading units, enables the card to maintain these frame rates even at higher resolutions.

The RTX 4070 SUPER’s performance profile is further contextualized by its 84th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 42576 places it in a tight cluster with rivals like the NVIDIA RTX A6000, from which it trails by only 0.2%. This indicates that the card's raw compute and rendering capabilities are competitive with much more expensive workstation parts, though in this game, the measured FPS data shows it is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay across most settings, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the only configuration that dips below 60 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K serves as a high-end foundation for this system, though its role in The Technomancer is less directly visible in the frame rate scaling than the GPU's. The processor features 20 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. This high core count and clock speed ensure that the CPU does not become a limiting factor in the game's simulation and AI workloads, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks confirms its capability. It achieves a single-core score of 7060 in Cinebench R23 and a multi-core score of 50009 in the same test. This strong single-threaded performance is often critical for game logic and physics, while the multi-core score ensures smooth background tasks and complex scene rendering. The processor's 97th percentile ranking among all CPUs further reinforces its high-end status, indicating it is one of the more powerful processors available.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the 265K shows a slight deficit in average benchmark score. It trails the Intel Core i9-14900KF and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF by 0.2%, and the Intel Core i9-14900K by 0.9%. These differences are minimal and unlikely to translate into noticeable in-game performance gaps, especially in a GPU-bound title like The Technomancer. The CPU's 30 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory provide a robust platform for feeding data to the GPU efficiently.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested hardware combinations, the pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER holds a combo rank of 273 out of 1656 total combinations in The Technomancer. This places the setup in the top 16.5% of all tested systems, indicating a very strong overall performance tier. The high ranking is a result of the balanced capabilities of both the CPU and GPU, which together deliver high frame rates across all tested settings.

The rank suggests that this configuration is well above the median for gaming performance. While the CPU is in the 97th percentile and the GPU is in the 84th percentile, the combined result in this specific game is a top-tier experience. The data implies that a large majority of the 1656 tested combos are less capable, often likely featuring either a weaker processor, a less powerful graphics card, or an imbalance between the two that hinders overall performance. This combination avoids such a bottleneck, allowing for the high average FPS numbers observed in the measured data.

Settings Recommendations

The measured frame rate data provides clear guidance for optimizing the gameplay experience with this hardware. For users with a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset is the optimal choice, delivering an average of 132.6 FPS. This is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay and provides the highest visual fidelity. The Medium preset at this resolution offers a much higher 197.3 FPS, which is useful for competitive play on very high refresh rate monitors, but the visual upgrade to Ultra is generally worth the frame rate cost.

At 2560x1440, the High preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 109.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution still provides a very playable 85.3 FPS, making it a strong alternative for those prioritizing image quality. The Medium preset yields 130.9 FPS, but High settings are recommended as they provide a more detailed image without a significant performance penalty.

For 3840x2160 gaming, the High preset is the only sensible option for a consistent 60+ FPS experience, delivering an average of 61.9 FPS. The Medium preset provides 73.9 FPS, which is also a viable choice for maintaining a higher frame rate buffer, but High offers a noticeable improvement in visual detail. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to an average of 47.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and is not recommended for a smooth experience. In summary, High settings are the sweet spot for this combination at all resolutions, with Ultra being reserved for 1080p and 1440p users who prioritize visuals over maximum frame rates.