Hitman 2

# Intel Core i5-13400F + Intel Arc B370: Hitman 2 Performance Analysis

The combination of Intel's 13th Gen Core i5-13400F and the Intel Arc B370 targets 1080p and 1440p gaming with a strict 60 FPS threshold. The data shows this pairing is a consistent 1080p performer, while 1440p remains a stretch goal. The recorded measurements place this combo in the lower-mid tier of tested configurations, with a combo rank of 3428 out of 3711 tested systems.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database records FPS measurements across three resolutions and four quality presets. The numbers below represent the average, minimum, and maximum frames per second recorded for each configuration.

3840x2160 (4K)

At 4K, this combo is not viable for Hitman 2. The data shows sub-30 FPS performance across all settings.

• High: 14 FPS average. The minimum and maximum were not recorded, indicating a highly variable experience.
• Low: 25 FPS average. The frame rate is playable only in the most static scenes, but fails any smoothness test in motion.
• Medium: 19 FPS average, with a recorded minimum of 16 FPS and maximum of 21 FPS. This is a stutter-heavy experience.
• Ultra: 10 FPS average. This is a presentation, not a game session.

2560x1440 (1440p)

At 1440p, the i5-13400F + Arc B370 pairing shows its limits.

• High: 26 FPS average. Playable in slow, static sections, but fails in crowded or action-heavy scenes.
• Low: 46 FPS average. This is the first playable setting. It maintains a mostly fluid experience in empty areas, but chokes in busy streets.
• Medium: 35 FPS average, with a 30 FPS minimum and 40 FPS maximum. These numbers indicate a playable, if not perfectly smooth, experience.
• Ultra: 19 FPS average. This is a cinematic experience rather than an interactive one.

1920x1080 (1080p)

At the native resolution for this game, the Arc B370 becomes a more credible option.

• High: 41 FPS average. This is a playable experience, though it will drop frames in crowded areas.
• Low: 73 FPS average. This is the only preset that clears the 60 FPS playability bar. It is smooth and responsive.
• Medium: 54 FPS average, with a recorded minimum of 46 FPS and maximum of 63 FPS. This is a smooth experience, with only occasional, minor hitches.
• Ultra: 30 FPS average. It clears the minimum playability threshold but leaves no headroom for demanding scenes.

Best Settings per Resolution

The database identifies the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. For this CPU+GPU combo, that setting is:

• 1920x1080, Low preset: 73 FPS average. This is the only configuration that clears the 60 FPS playability threshold.

No 1440p preset clears the 60 FPS bar. The best 1440p result is the Low preset at 46 FPS, which is a playable but not smooth experience. 4K is not viable; the best recorded result, 25 FPS on Low, falls below the playability floor.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this pairing at rank 3,428 out of 3,711 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the lower half of tested systems, primarily due to the GPU's modest standing: the Arc B370 sits at the 5th percentile of all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1,184. The CPU, by contrast, is a strong mid-range part: the i5-13400F sits at the 77th percentile among all tested CPUs, averaging 25,292 points in the full benchmark suite.

This pairing is an unbalanced one. The CPU is far more capable than the GPU. The i5-13400F offers strong multi-threaded performance for the CPU-bound segments of the game (simulation, AI logic), but the Arc B370 becomes the constraint in GPU-bound rendering tasks. The data confirms this: CPU-bound benchmark scores are high, GPU-bound scores are not.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals in the database are all GPUs with similar average scores. The data shows that the following hardware behaves within 1.4% of the Arc B370's performance:

• ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570: average score 1,186, just 0.2% faster than the Arc B370. This is a direct competitor; expect nearly identical performance. It is an older DX11-era part with the same memory constraints.
• ATI Radeon HD 5770: average score 1,190, 0.5% faster. Another direct replacement candidate.
• AMD Radeon HD 7650M: average score 1,192, 0.7% faster. This is a slightly faster part, though the difference is well within run-to-run variance.
• AMD FirePro M2000: average score 1,168, 1.4% slower. A workstation-class part that is statistically a hair slower.

These GPU alternatives will deliver the same frame pacing. The CPU side, the nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (averaging 25,284 points, effectively tied), the Intel Core 5 120 (25,362 points, 0.3% faster), or the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25,365 points, 0.3% faster). Any of these CPUs will keep the same data processing profile.

FAQ

Q: Can the Intel Core i5-13400F + Intel Arc B370 run Hitman 2?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 on Low settings. The database records an average of 73 FPS, which is solidly above the 60 FPS playability threshold. For 1440p, you will need to lower expectations: Low preset delivers 46 FPS, which is fluid but not locked to 60.

Q: What is the best settings for this combo?

A: For a locked 60 FPS experience, use 1920x1080 with the Low preset (73 FPS average). The Medium preset at 1080p (54 FPS) is also a good choice if you prefer visual fidelity over a perfect frame time.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p?

A: It can, but not at a locked 60 FPS. Low (46 FPS) is the best, followed by Medium (35 FPS). Ultra is not recommended at 19 FPS.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to the i5-13400F's integrated graphics?

A: The Arc B370 is a discrete GPU and is much faster than any integrated graphics solution. However, in this test, it is still below the performance needed for High or Ultra at 1080p (41 and 30 FPS respectively).

Q: What is the CPU overhead in this game?

A: The i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake chip. It has a high enough single-thread score (3,191 in Cinebench R23) to handle game logic and AI, while its 22,604 multi-core score means background tasks will not cause hitches.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Hitman 2? Yes, but only at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. Benchmark results show that the i5-13400F + Arc B370 combo clears the 60 FPS bar only at the Low setting on 1080p, where it averages 73 FPS. Moving up to Medium on 1080p drops the average to 54 FPS, which is under the 60 FPS line and will show noticeable frame pacing. At 1440p, the best recorded result is 46 FPS on Low, so it is not recommended to run this title at that resolution if you demand a locked 60. At 4K, the combo is out of its depth entirely. The CPU is not the limiting factor; the GPU is. The Core i5-13400F provides ample headroom for the game's CPU-bound tasks; the Arc B370's modest graphics throughput is what keeps this from being a high-refresh-rate setup.