Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the Intel Arc B570 produces a distinctive performance profile in Hitman 2, one that shifts from being clearly CPU-bound at lower resolutions to heavily GPU-bound at 4K. The measured frame rates across the three tested resolutions reveal a system that can deliver smooth, high-refresh gameplay at 1080p with the right settings, but which struggles to maintain playable performance at 4K with maximum quality. This analysis breaks down the measured data to explain where the bottleneck lies, how each component contributes, and which settings provide the best experience for this specific combination.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a dramatic drop that clearly identifies the Intel Arc B570 as the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 123 FPS at 1920x1080 to 79 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 44 FPS. Moving to 3840x2160, the average drops further to 42 FPS. This represents a 65.9% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, which is a substantial penalty that aligns with the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute limitations at high pixel counts.

The scaling pattern becomes even more pronounced at higher quality presets. At Ultra settings, the average frame rate goes from 52 FPS at 1080p down to 33 FPS at 1440p, and finally to just 18 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is effectively unplayable, and the 18 FPS average indicates the GPU is completely saturated. The transition from 1440p to 4K at Ultra costs 15 FPS, while the transition from 1080p to 1440p costs 19 FPS. This relatively consistent step-down suggests the GPU's rendering pipeline is the bottleneck throughout, with the increased pixel count of each higher resolution directly translating into lower output.

At Medium settings, the data shows a similar trend. The average frame rate at 1080p is 93 FPS, which drops to 59 FPS at 1440p and 32 FPS at 4K. The minimum FPS values at Medium settings also illustrate the impact: at 1080p the minimum is 79 FPS, at 1440p it falls to 50 FPS, and at 4K it reaches 27 FPS. This consistent degradation confirms that the Arc B570's 10 GB of GDDR6 memory and 160-bit bus, while adequate for 1080p, are stretched thin as the resolution increases.

The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Hitman 2. At 1080p, even High settings achieve 70 FPS, which is smooth for a stealth title. At 1440p, Low settings hit 79 FPS, and Medium achieves a playable 59 FPS. The 4K results, however, are uniformly poor, with even Low settings only reaching 42 FPS. This suggests that users with 4K displays would need to accept significant compromises or stick to lower quality presets to maintain playability.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570's specifications directly explain the measured performance in Hitman 2. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2500 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, which is a modest clock speed for a modern discrete card. Its 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but becomes a limiting factor at 4K. The GPU's 2304 shading units and 80 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s, which align with the frame rates observed at lower resolutions.

The GPU's 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is a key metric for Hitman 2, which utilizes DirectX 12 (as supported by the Arc B570's DirectX 12 Ultimate API) for its rendering. The measured FPS at 1080p High (70 FPS) and Medium (93 FPS) suggests the GPU has enough raw compute headroom to handle the game's lighting and shadow calculations at these resolutions. However, the significant drop at 4K—where even Medium settings only produce 32 FPS—indicates that the memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s is insufficient to feed the shading units at that pixel count.

The GPU's VRAM capacity of 10 GB appears adequate for Hitman 2, as the game's textures and geometry do not appear to exceed this limit even at Ultra settings, given that the performance degradation from Medium to Ultra at each resolution is consistent rather than a sudden cliff. The percentile ranking of 65 for the Arc B570 places it in the mid-range of all GPUs, and its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750, has an average benchmark score that is only 0.1% higher, indicating that the B570 is a slightly less capable version of that architecture. The benchmark results also show strong compute performance in synthetic tests, with a Geekbench OpenCL score of 83514 and a Vulkan score of 96844, but these do not translate into high frame rates at 4K in this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Hitman 2?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 123 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Hitman 2?

A: The data shows that 4K performance is poor. The best 4K result is 42 FPS at Low settings, while Medium produces 32 FPS and Ultra only 18 FPS. None of these reach a smooth 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17507. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, scores 17482, which is 0.1% lower. The Intel Core 7 150U scores 17395, which is 0.6% lower than the 4600G.

Q: What is the playable settings recommendation for 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings achieve an average of 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS, which is playable. Low settings deliver 79 FPS for a higher frame rate, while High drops to 45 FPS and Ultra to 33 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested combinations?

A: This combo ranks 2399 out of 3001 tested combinations in Hitman 2, placing it in the lower half of the field.

Q: Does the GPU or the CPU limit performance at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads appear sufficient, as frame rates scale predictably with settings. The GPU is likely the main limiter, as the Arc B570's 11.52 TFLOPS of compute is the decisive factor in the drop from 123 FPS at Low to 52 FPS at Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2399 out of 3001 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the 20th percentile of all combinations. This low ranking reflects the system's inability to maintain high frame rates at demanding settings, particularly at 4K. The rank suggests that while the individual components are competent in isolation—the CPU ranks in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU in the 65th percentile of all GPUs—their combined performance in this specific title falls short of many other pairings.

The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and the Intel Core 7 150U, have average benchmark scores within 0.6% of the 4600G, indicating that the processor is not a significant differentiator in this ranking. The GPU's nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750, has a nearly identical average benchmark score (0.1% difference), suggesting that the B570 is a slightly slower variant. The low combo rank is therefore more attributable to the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions than to the CPU's performance.

The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can achieve playable frame rates across most settings. The ranking of 2399 out of 3001 indicates that users seeking high-refresh or 4K experiences would need to look at more powerful GPU pairings, as the B570's 10 GB of VRAM and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for Hitman 2's demands at those resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo in Hitman 2 depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers the best balance, delivering an average of 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 FPS. This provides a smooth, responsive experience well above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 70 FPS is also viable, but the drop from 93 to 70 FPS is significant for only a modest quality increase. The Ultra preset at 52 FPS is playable but may feel less fluid during fast-paced segments, while Low at 123 FPS is unnecessary for a stealth game.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the strongest recommendation, achieving an average of 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS. This is right at the edge of playability, and users with adaptive sync displays will find it acceptable. The Low preset at 79 FPS is better for those prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity, while High at 45 FPS and Ultra at 33 FPS are below the ideal playable threshold. For 1440p, Medium is the recommended setting to balance visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves a fully playable frame rate. The Low preset at 42 FPS is the only option that approaches playability, while Medium at 32 FPS and High at 24 FPS are stuttery. Ultra at 18 FPS is not recommended. For 4K, users must accept Low settings or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a better experience. The data clearly indicates that this combo is not suited for 4K gaming in Hitman 2, regardless of settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 123 FPS, Medium produces 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS, High produces 70 FPS, and Ultra produces 52 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 30 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 23 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 18 FPS. This shows a consistent, predictable scaling as settings increase, with each step reducing performance by roughly 20-25%.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops notably. Low settings average 79 FPS, Medium averages 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS, High averages 45 FPS, and Ultra averages 33 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings is a 44 FPS drop, indicating that the GPU is being pushed harder. The Medium preset's minimum of 50 FPS is a critical threshold, as it means the game will occasionally dip below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results are poor across the board. Low settings average 42 FPS, Medium averages 32 FPS with a minimum of 27 FPS and a maximum of 36 FPS, High averages 24 FPS, and Ultra averages 18 FPS. The 4K results show a 20 FPS drop from 1440p at Low settings, and the Ultra preset's 18 FPS is a 15 FPS drop from the 1440p Ultra result. The data indicates that the Arc B570 is severely bandwidth-limited at this resolution, as even the lowest quality preset struggles to maintain 60 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G plays a supporting role in this combo, providing 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 2 architecture. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.20 GHz are moderate for a desktop processor, and its 8 MB of shared L3 cache is adequate for Hitman 2's level streaming and AI calculations. The CPU's benchmark scores are solid: it achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593 and a single-core score of 1919, which place it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's performance is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at 1080p, as evidenced by the high frame rates at Low settings (123 FPS). The CPU's 12 threads can handle the game's physics and AI routines without becoming a limiting factor at this resolution. However, at 4K, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the CPU's performance has minimal impact on the final frame rate. The data shows that the frame rate drops are consistent with GPU limitations, not CPU limitations.

The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (0.1% higher average score) and the Intel Core 7 150U (0.6% lower), have nearly identical performance, indicating that the 4600G is a typical mid-range processor. Its 65W TDP and 7nm process node make it an efficient choice, but its 3DMark scores show that it is not a high-end part. In this combo, the CPU does not enhance or detract from the gaming experience; it simply provides a stable platform for the GPU to deliver its measured results.