The Technomancer

# The Technomancer with Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

This combo ranks 307th out of 2,825 tested configurations for The Technomancer, placing it in the top 11% of all tested systems. That's a strong position for a 2016 Action RPG, and the data confirms this pairing handles the game decisively at every resolution tested. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus provides 24 cores and 24 threads with a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti brings 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and Ada Lovelace architecture. Together, they deliver frame rates that range from playable at 4K Ultra to exceptionally high at 1080p Low.

How This Combo Ranks

The 307th rank out of 2,825 combos is a solid performance tier, but it's worth putting that in context. The RTX 4070 Ti sits at the 84th percentile among all GPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms roughly five out of six graphics cards tested. The CPU is even stronger, ranking at the 96th percentile among all processors. This asymmetry — a near-top-tier CPU paired with a very capable but not flagship GPU — explains why the combo's overall rank in this specific game lands where it does.

The data shows The Technomancer is not particularly demanding by modern standards. At 1080p Low, this combo produces 273 FPS average, which is far beyond what any 60 Hz or even 144 Hz display can use. Even at 4K Ultra, the average of 50 FPS remains playable, though it dips below the 60 FPS threshold that many builders target. The gap between the CPU's massive headroom and the GPU's output becomes clear when you look at the scaling: from 1080p Low to 1080p Ultra, the frame rate drops from 273 to 140 FPS, a 49% reduction that is almost entirely GPU-bound. The CPU's 24 cores and 5.50 GHz boost clock are never the limiting factor here.

Comparing to the CPU's nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus posts an average benchmark score of 93,785, essentially tied with the Intel Xeon 6520P at 93,786 (0% delta). It trails the AMD EPYC 4564P by 1.5%, the AMD EPYC 9175F by 1.9%, and the AMD EPYC 4565P by 2.1%. These are enterprise-class server chips, so the fact that a desktop processor trades blows with them is notable. For gaming, the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is overkill in the best way — it will never bottleneck the RTX 4070 Ti in this title.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates in The Technomancer, and its specifications tell the story. It has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU runs at a base clock of 2310 MHz and boosts to 2610 MHz, with memory clocked at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The 7,680 shading units and 80 ROPs handle the game's rendering workload efficiently.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes most apparent. High settings yield 64 FPS average, while Medium drops to 75 FPS and Low jumps to 98 FPS. The difference between High and Low at 4K is 34 FPS — a 53% improvement — which shows how much headroom the GPU has when settings are relaxed. Ultra settings at 4K produce 50 FPS average, which is the only configuration in the entire measured set that falls below 60 FPS. The 12 GB VRAM is not a limiting factor in this game; even at 4K Ultra, the memory footprint stays well within capacity.

The GPU's benchmark scores confirm its position. It scores 31,624 in Passmark G3D and 18,396 in GPU Compute, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,024. Its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 Mobile, scores 45,152 (0.8% higher), while the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT is 1.3% faster and the Intel Arc A730M is 1.7% faster. The RTX A6000 trails by 1.6%. These are all workstation or mobile parts, so the desktop RTX 4070 Ti's position is competitive within its class.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run The Technomancer at 4K 60 FPS?

A: At 4K High settings, the average frame rate is 64 FPS, which clears 60 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 50 FPS average, so you would need to use High or lower settings for a consistent 60 FPS experience.

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

A: At 2560x1440 High, the average is 117 FPS, and at 1920x1080 High, it reaches 179 FPS. The 1440p High setting provides a strong balance of visual quality and high frame rates, while 1080p offers extremely high refresh rates.

Q: How much performance is lost going from 1080p to 4K at the same settings?

A: At High settings, 1920x1080 averages 179 FPS while 3840x2160 averages 64 FPS — a drop of 115 FPS, or about 64%. At Low settings, the drop is from 273 FPS to 98 FPS, a 64% reduction as well.

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

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions. The CPU's 24 cores and 5.50 GHz boost clock provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the large frame rate differences between settings — these are GPU-bound scaling patterns.

Q: Does the 12 GB VRAM cause any issues in this game?

A: No. The Technomancer is from 2016 and does not exceed the 12 GB GDDR6X capacity at any settings or resolution tested. The memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is more than sufficient.

Q: How does this combo compare to the CPU's nearest rivals in overall performance?

A: The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 93,785 on average, matching the Intel Xeon 6520P (93,786) and trailing the AMD EPYC 4564P by 1.5%, the EPYC 9175F by 1.9%, and the EPYC 4565P by 2.1%.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers outstanding performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 273 FPS, which is the highest frame rate in the entire measured set. Medium settings average 210 FPS with a minimum of 178 and maximum of 241 FPS, showing consistent frame pacing. High settings average 179 FPS, and Ultra settings still manage 140 FPS. Even at the most demanding 1080p preset, this combo pushes well beyond what any current high-refresh monitor can display.

Moving to 2560x1440, the results remain impressive. Low settings average 178 FPS, nearly matching the 1080p High result. Medium settings average 137 FPS with a minimum of 116 and maximum of 158 FPS, maintaining smooth gameplay throughout. High settings drop to 117 FPS average, and Ultra settings produce 91 FPS. All four settings at 1440p stay above the 90 FPS threshold, making this resolution a sweet spot for high-refresh gaming.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings average 98 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium settings average 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 and maximum of 87 FPS, meaning even the worst-case frame time stays at 64 FPS. High settings average 64 FPS, which is right at the 60 FPS target. Ultra settings average 50 FPS, falling below the standard 60 FPS target but remaining playable for less demanding players. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a 48 FPS drop, illustrating the GPU's workload sensitivity.

The measured data includes minimum and maximum frame rates only for Medium settings at each resolution. At 1080p Medium, the range is 178 to 241 FPS, indicating a 63 FPS spread. At 1440p Medium, the range narrows to 116 to 158 FPS, a 42 FPS spread. At 4K Medium, the range is 64 to 87 FPS, a 23 FPS spread. This pattern shows that frame time consistency improves as resolution increases, likely because the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck and reduces CPU-induced variability.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is a 24-core, 24-thread processor based on Arrow Lake Refresh architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with 36 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB of L2 cache per core. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration with 115.2 GB/s bandwidth, and it includes integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units.

In The Technomancer, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU without becoming a bottleneck. The data shows this is exactly what happens. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 273 FPS, which is a CPU-heavy scenario, yet the frame rate remains extremely high. The 24 cores and high boost clock ensure that even single-threaded game logic runs quickly, while the 24 threads handle background tasks without contention.

The CPU's benchmark performance supports this interpretation. It scores 44,253 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,439 in single-core, with a Passmark multi-thread score of 68,574 and single-thread score of 5,068. The 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs means this processor outperforms 96% of tested CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are all server-class parts — the Xeon 6520P, EPYC 4564P, EPYC 9175F, and EPYC 4565P — which further emphasizes its high-end positioning.

For a game like The Technomancer, which launched in 2016 and does not require modern multi-core scaling, the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus provides massive headroom. The CPU's Passmark physics score of 4,064 and data compression score of 804,322 indicate strong computational throughput, but these capabilities are largely unused in this title. The practical takeaway is that this CPU will not limit the RTX 4070 Ti in any scenario, leaving the GPU as the sole determinant of frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 displays, the data suggests that even Ultra settings are viable, with an average of 140 FPS. However, if you prioritize maximum frame rates, Low settings deliver 273 FPS. Medium settings at 210 FPS provide a balanced experience with better visual quality than Low while still exceeding the refresh rate of virtually any monitor. For competitive play, Low is the obvious choice; for most players, Medium or High (179 FPS) offers the best trade-off.

At 2560x1440, High settings at 117 FPS is the recommended configuration for most users. It provides strong visual fidelity while maintaining frame rates that comfortably exceed 60 FPS and approach 120 Hz displays' capabilities. If you have a 144 Hz or higher monitor, Medium settings at 137 FPS are a better fit. Ultra at 91 FPS is still smooth and acceptable for slower-paced gameplay. Low at 178 FPS is unnecessary unless you're chasing maximum refresh rates.

For 3840x2160, High settings at 64 FPS is the best choice for a 60 Hz display, as it delivers the highest visual quality while staying above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium at 75 FPS provides extra headroom for frame time spikes, with a minimum of 64 FPS. Low at 98 FPS is ideal for players who prefer higher frame rates over visual fidelity. Ultra at 50 FPS is playable but not recommended if you're sensitive to frame rate drops, as it falls below 60 FPS.

The overall best experience for this combo in The Technomancer is 2560x1440 High settings, offering 117 FPS average with strong visual quality. This configuration uses the GPU's capabilities effectively, avoids CPU bottlenecks, and delivers frame rates that exceed most display refresh rates. If you're on a 4K display, 3840x2160 High is the recommended starting point, with Medium as a fallback if you encounter frame rate dips. At 1080p, the combo is overkill, but Medium or High settings will provide the most balanced experience.