Hitman 2

# Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Hitman 2 with the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 shows a steep performance drop as resolution increases. At 1080p High settings, the combo delivers 110 FPS average. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 70 FPS, a 36% reduction. Pushing to 4K High further reduces the average to 38 FPS, which is 65% below the 1080p result. This scaling pattern indicates that at lower resolutions, the system has ample headroom, but at 4K, the workload becomes significantly more demanding.

The Low preset tells a similar story with higher absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 194 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 124 FPS, and at 4K Low, it falls to 66 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K on Low is roughly 66%, which is nearly identical to the High preset's 65% decline. This consistency suggests that resolution scaling is the dominant factor regardless of quality settings.

The Medium preset provides the most complete data, including minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p Medium, the average is 146 FPS with a minimum of 124 and maximum of 168. At 1440p Medium, the average falls to 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 and maximum of 107. At 4K Medium, the average is 50 FPS with a minimum of 42 and maximum of 57. The gap between minimum and maximum FPS narrows as resolution increases, indicating that frame time consistency improves at higher resolutions where the GPU is more uniformly loaded.

Looking at the Ultra preset, the pattern continues but with lower absolute performance. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 81 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 52 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it bottoms out at 28 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 FPS threshold commonly considered the minimum for playable frame rates. The data shows that 4K Ultra is not viable for this combo, while 4K Medium at 50 FPS is borderline playable.

The scaling behavior suggests that at 1080p, the CPU may be the limiting factor, as the GPU has enough headroom to push frame rates well above 100 FPS on High and Medium presets. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, with frame rates dropping to levels where the CPU's role is diminished. The transition point appears to be around 1440p, where the balance between CPU and GPU load is more even.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 4000 series, based on the Zen 2 architecture with the Renoir codename. It runs on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and is manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process node. Its cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 4600G shows strong multi-threaded performance relative to its class. It scores 13,593 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1,919 in single-core. In Geekbench, it achieves 6,637 multi-core and 1,460 single-core. The PassMark multi-thread score is 15,992, and the single-thread score is 2,653. The CPU's percentile ranking against all CPUs is 71, placing it above the majority of processors tested.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is most evident at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 194 FPS, which is far beyond what the GPU alone would deliver if the CPU were limiting. This indicates that the 4600G's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 3070 at this resolution. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 4,863 and max-thread score of 4,889 show that the CPU scales well with additional threads, which is relevant for a game that can utilize multiple cores.

At 4K, the CPU's influence diminishes. The 4K Low result of 66 FPS is the same as the 4K High result of 38 FPS would suggest if GPU-bound, but the fact that Low settings at 4K deliver 66 FPS while High delivers 38 FPS shows that the GPU is the primary constraint. The CPU's boost clock of 4.20 GHz provides adequate single-thread performance for game logic, as evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 726 and the Cinebench R20 single-core score of 805.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the 4600G sits within a narrow performance band. Its average benchmark score of 17,507 is 0.1% above the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17,482), 0.6% above the Intel Core 7 150U (17,395), and 0.6% below the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE (17,614). The Intel Core i3-14100T scores 17,648, which is 0.8% higher. These small deltas indicate that the 4600G's CPU performance is competitive with these alternatives, but none of them would dramatically change the Hitman 2 results.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which presets offer the best experience. At 1080p, all presets are playable, with Low at 194 FPS, Medium at 146 FPS, High at 110 FPS, and Ultra at 81 FPS. The jump from High to Ultra costs 29 FPS, which is a significant loss for visual gains that may be subtle in a stealth game where shadows and reflections matter. The Medium preset at 146 FPS offers a strong balance, with a minimum of 124 FPS that keeps frame pacing smooth.

At 1440p, the choice becomes more critical. Low delivers 124 FPS, Medium 93 FPS, High 70 FPS, and Ultra 52 FPS. The Medium preset at 93 FPS is the sweet spot, as it stays well above 60 FPS and provides a solid visual upgrade over Low. High at 70 FPS is acceptable for most players, but the 23 FPS drop from Medium to High may not be worth it unless visual fidelity is the priority. Ultra at 52 FPS is playable but sits close to the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum FPS for Medium at 1440p is 79, which offers better consistency.

At 4K, the options are limited. Low at 66 FPS is the only preset that maintains a comfortable frame rate. Medium at 50 FPS is borderline, with a minimum of 42 FPS that could cause noticeable stutter in busy scenes. High at 38 FPS and Ultra at 28 FPS are below playable thresholds for most users. For 4K, the recommendation is to stick with Low settings or reduce resolution to 1440p for a better experience.

Across all resolutions, the Medium preset provides the most consistent frame times. The measured min/max data for Medium shows tight ranges: at 1080p, 124-168 FPS; at 1440p, 79-107 FPS; at 4K, 42-57 FPS. This consistency is valuable in a stealth game where sudden frame drops can break immersion. The High preset lacks min/max data, but the average FPS at 1080p (110) and 1440p (70) suggests it is also stable, though with less headroom than Medium.

For players with 1080p or 1440p displays, the Medium preset is the best overall recommendation. It delivers high frame rates with good visual quality and excellent frame pacing. At 1080p, High is also viable if visual quality is prioritized, but the 36 FPS difference between Medium and High is substantial. At 1440p, Medium is the clear winner, as it provides 93 FPS average with a 79 FPS minimum, ensuring smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1,601 out of 3,711 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places the combo in the 43rd percentile, meaning roughly 57% of tested configurations perform better in this game. This rank reflects the balanced nature of the pairing, but it also shows that there is room for improvement, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU is the limiting factor.

The RTX 3070's percentile ranking against all GPUs is 61, which is higher than the combo's overall rank. This suggests that the CPU is holding the combo back in some scenarios. The 4600G's percentile of 71 against all CPUs is also higher than the combo rank, but the relative weakness of the CPU compared to the GPU becomes apparent in CPU-bound scenarios at lower resolutions.

The combo's rank of 1,601 out of 3,711 means it outperforms a majority of tested systems, but it is not in the top tier. For a game like Hitman 2, which is known for its detailed environments and AI simulations, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate but not exceptional. The 8 MB of shared L3 cache is modest by modern standards, and the 3.70 GHz base clock is on the lower side for gaming workloads.

When compared to other combos in the database, this pairing sits in the upper-middle range. The 1080p High result of 110 FPS and 1440p High result of 70 FPS are respectable, but they fall short of what more powerful CPUs paired with the same GPU would achieve. The 4K results are more GPU-bound, so the rank at that resolution would likely be higher relative to other combos with weaker GPUs.

The data suggests that this combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the CPU and GPU are reasonably balanced. At 4K, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the combo's rank would improve relative to systems with weaker GPUs. However, for players seeking maximum performance in Hitman 2, upgrading the CPU to a higher-tier AMD or Intel processor would yield better results at lower resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is built on the Ampere architecture with the GA104 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process. It features 5,888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. The GPU has 46 ray tracing cores and 184 tensor cores, making it well-equipped for modern game features. Its base clock is 1500 MHz with a boost clock of 1725 MHz.

The RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is a significant factor for Hitman 2, which features large, detailed levels with many textures. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective), and the GPU has a TDP of 220 W with a suggested PSU of 550 W. The card uses a dual-slot design with a single 12-pin power connector.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 3070 performs strongly. Its PassMark G3D score is 22,214, and its Geekbench OpenCL score is 112,821. The Vulkan score is 21,022, which is relevant for games using that API. The GPU's percentile ranking against all GPUs is 61, placing it above the majority of graphics cards tested.

In Hitman 2, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized, as the CPU can feed it enough data to achieve high frame rates. The 1080p Ultra result of 81 FPS shows that the GPU handles the most demanding settings at this resolution without issue. At 1440p, the GPU's load increases, and the 52 FPS Ultra result indicates it is working harder but still delivering playable performance.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The 4K Ultra result of 28 FPS is below playable thresholds, and even 4K High at 38 FPS is marginal. The 4K Medium result of 50 FPS is the best playable option, but it requires dropping to Medium settings. The 8 GB of VRAM may also be a limiting factor at 4K, as Hitman 2's high-resolution textures can exceed this capacity, causing performance drops.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the RTX 3070's average benchmark score of 17,208 is 0.7% above the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17,083) and 1% above the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17,037). It is 1.1% above the AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17,019) and 1.5% below the NVIDIA Tesla K40c (17,468). These small deltas show that the RTX 3070 is competitive with these alternatives, though the Tesla K40c edges it out in raw benchmark scores.

The GPU's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K, the 256-bit bus and 8 GB capacity may cause texture thrashing. The 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is ample for this game's rendering needs, but the ray tracing cores and tensor cores are underutilized in Hitman 2, which does not heavily rely on these features.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Hitman 2?

A: The data shows that 1440p Medium provides 93 FPS average with a 79 FPS minimum, making it the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Medium delivers 146 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh displays. At 4K, only Low settings at 66 FPS are fully playable.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 the limiting factor?

A: At 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be the limit, as frame rates exceed 100 FPS on High settings and the GPU has headroom. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, with frame rates dropping to 28 FPS on Ultra. The 1440p results show a more balanced load between the two components.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 1,601 out of 3,711 tested combos for Hitman 2, placing it in the 43rd percentile. The GPU's individual percentile is 61, while the CPU's is 71, indicating the pairing is slightly below the average of both components' relative performance.

Q: Can the RTX 3070 handle 4K gaming in Hitman 2?

A: At 4K Low, the combo achieves 66 FPS, which is playable. At 4K Medium, it drops to 50 FPS with a 42 FPS minimum, which is borderline. At 4K High and Ultra, performance falls to 38 FPS and 28 FPS respectively, which are not recommended for smooth gameplay.

Q: What preset should I use for the most consistent frame rates?

A: The Medium preset has the most complete min/max data, showing tight frame ranges across all resolutions. At 1080p, the range is 124-168 FPS; at 1440p, it is 79-107 FPS; at 4K, it is 42-57 FPS. This consistency makes Medium the most reliable choice.

Q: Does the CPU's 6-core configuration impact Hitman 2 performance?

A: The 4600G's 6 cores and 12 threads appear sufficient for this game, as evidenced by 1080p Low achieving 194 FPS. The CPU's multi-threaded scores (13,593 in Cinebench R23) are competitive with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE and Intel Core i3-14100T, which score within 0.8% of the 4600G in average benchmarks.