Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a compelling 1080p and 1440p experience in Hitman 2, but the data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution climbs. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes the combo’s standing among thousands of tested configurations, and provides specific guidance based on the recorded frames per second.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a pronounced and classic scaling pattern across the three target resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 234 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that figure to 151 FPS, a reduction of 83 FPS. At 4K Low, the average falls further to 81 FPS. This steep decline indicates that at lower resolutions and settings, the system is heavily reliant on the CPU’s ability to feed frames, while the GPU has ample headroom. The 1080p Low result of 234 FPS is exceptionally high, suggesting that the Ryzen 5 4600G’s six cores and twelve threads are sufficient to drive the GeForce RTX 4070 to very high frame rates in this title when graphical load is minimal.

However, the scaling pattern changes character as settings increase. At High settings, the 1080p average is 134 FPS, the 1440p average is 86 FPS, and the 4K average is 46 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 36%, and from 1440p to 4K is roughly 47%. This non-linear decline is steeper than the Low setting curve, which shows a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 46% drop from 1440p to 4K. The similarity in these percentages suggests that even at High settings, the scaling is fairly uniform, but the absolute frame rates indicate that the GPU is becoming the primary limiter at 4K. The 4K High result of 46 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold, while the 4K Medium result of 60 FPS is exactly at that target. The data suggests that 4K is only viable at Medium settings or lower for a smooth experience.

The Ultra settings results confirm this trend. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 99 FPS, which is still very playable. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 63 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it plummets to 34 FPS. This final figure is a significant 65 FPS drop from the 1080p Ultra result. This steep cliff at 4K Ultra is a clear indicator that the RTX 4070’s 12 GB of VRAM and its processing power are overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum settings. The limiting component at 1080p and 1440p is often the CPU, but at 4K, particularly with Ultra settings, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck, as evidenced by the dramatic FPS collapse. The data points to a system that is exceptionally fast at standard resolutions but requires careful settings management to maintain playability at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 achieves a rank of 973 out of 3711 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places the pairing in the top 26% of all systems tested for this specific game. This rank is a holistic measure that reflects the combined capabilities of both the processor and the graphics card within the context of Hitman 2’s engine. A rank of 973 suggests that while this is a strong performer, it is not in the upper echelon of configurations, which are likely populated by more recent high-core-count CPUs paired with top-tier GPUs.

The rank also serves as a point of reference for the balance of the system. A lower rank (closer to 1) would indicate a combo that outperforms nearly all others, while a rank near 3711 would suggest a very weak pairing. The 973rd position suggests that the Ryzen 5 4600G, a 2020 entry-level desktop processor, holds back the RTX 4070 to a degree. The GPU itself is a very high performer, ranking in the 81st percentile among all GPUs, but the CPU only ranks in the 71st percentile among all CPUs. This mismatch in relative performance is a key takeaway. The combo rank indicates that in Hitman 2, the CPU’s limitations prevent the system from climbing higher in the rankings, despite the GPU’s clear strength. The ranking is a single data point, but it effectively communicates that this is a system with a significant CPU-side constraint in this title.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is a powerful component based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on a 5 nm process. It features 5888 shading units and 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 1920 MHz, with a boost clock of 2475 MHz. These specifications are crucial to understanding its performance profile in Hitman 2. The high boost clock and ample memory bandwidth allow the card to excel at high-resolution rendering, which is why it can still achieve 60 FPS at 4K Medium. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is a significant factor; the data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 34, a likely indicator that the game is either consuming more than 12 GB of VRAM or that the memory bandwidth is saturated, causing a severe performance penalty.

The GPU’s benchmark scores reinforce its position as a top-tier card. It achieves a Passmark G3D score of 26927 and an average benchmark score of 37648, placing it in the 81st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which has an average score of 37507 (a 0.4% delta), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, with an average score of 38135 (a -1.3% delta). This shows that the desktop RTX 4070 is performance-adjacent to a mobile 4080, but the specific game benchmarks show how this raw power translates into Hitman 2. The 4K results are the clearest demonstration of the GPU’s role. At 4K Low, the average is 81 FPS, but at 4K High, it drops to 46 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, to 34 FPS. This scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 47 FPS swing, which is entirely attributable to the GPU’s workload. The data indicates that the RTX 4070 is the deciding factor for 4K performance, and its capabilities are the reason Medium settings are the highest playable option at that resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo’s performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the results are uniformly high. Low settings produce an average of 234 FPS, which is extraordinarily smooth. Medium settings yield an average of 177 FPS, with a minimum of 151 and a maximum of 204. High settings average 134 FPS, and Ultra settings average 99 FPS. All 1080p configurations are well above the 60 FPS standard, and even the Ultra preset is comfortably playable on a high refresh rate monitor. The 1080p results suggest that the CPU is the primary limiter here, as the GPU could likely render more frames if the processor could feed it faster, but the frame rates are so high that this is a non-issue for most users.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings average 151 FPS, Medium settings average 113 FPS (with a min of 96 and a max of 130), and High settings average 86 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 63 FPS, which is still playable but begins to approach the edge of the 60 FPS target. The 1440p results show a balanced system where both the CPU and GPU are being utilized effectively. The drop from High to Ultra at 1440p is 23 FPS, which is a significant penalty for the extra visual fidelity, but the result is still above the minimum playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more demanding. Low settings average 81 FPS, which is a solid result. Medium settings average 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 and a maximum of 69, putting it right at the edge of playability. High settings average 46 FPS, and Ultra settings average 34 FPS. These last two figures are below the 60 FPS target and would be considered not smooth for most players. The 4K data clearly shows that this combo is not suited for maximum settings at this resolution. The jump from Medium to High at 4K is a 14 FPS drop, and the jump from High to Ultra is a further 12 FPS drop, demonstrating the heavy toll that these settings take on the GPU. The measured data provides a definitive answer: for a consistent 60+ FPS experience, users should stick to 1080p or 1440p with most settings, or 4K with Medium settings or lower.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Hitman 2 at 4K with a smooth frame rate?

A: Yes, but only at Medium settings or lower. The measured average at 3840x2160 Medium is 60 FPS, while High settings drop to 46 FPS and Ultra to 34 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for the highest possible frame rate?

A: 1920x1080 provides the highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average is 234 FPS, and even with Ultra settings, it remains at a high 99 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17507. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, has a score of 17482, a 0.1% difference, making them effectively equal in performance.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration, and does it matter for this game?

A: The RTX 4070 features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 504.2 GB/s bandwidth. This configuration is sufficient for most settings, but the significant FPS drop at 4K Ultra (to 34 FPS) suggests that the highest settings may be pushing the limits of the VRAM or memory interface.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1440p High settings?

A: The 1440p High average of 86 FPS suggests a balanced workload. However, given the CPU’s lower percentile ranking (71st) versus the GPU’s (81st), the processor is more likely to be the limiting factor in scenarios where the GPU is not fully saturated, such as lower resolutions or less demanding settings.

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this combination?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combo ranks 973rd out of 3711 tested combinations in Hitman 2.

Settings Recommendations

Based strictly on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user’s target resolution and refresh rate. For a 1080p display, all settings presets are viable. The Ultra preset, with an average of 99 FPS, offers the best visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is high enough for most monitors. If a user has a 144Hz or higher refresh rate display, the High preset (134 FPS) or Medium preset (177 FPS) would be more suitable to take advantage of the higher refresh rates. The Low preset at 234 FPS is the only way to get close to 240Hz, but it comes with a significant visual fidelity cost.

For 1440p gaming, the High preset at 86 FPS provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset at 113 FPS is also a strong choice for higher refresh rate monitors, while the Ultra preset at 63 FPS is the highest quality option that still stays above the 60 FPS threshold. The 1440p Low preset at 151 FPS is an outlier and would only be necessary for the most competitive or high-refresh-rate scenarios. For 4K, the recommendation is clear: use the Medium preset. The 60 FPS average is the only preset at this resolution that hits the standard playable target. The High preset at 46 FPS and Ultra at 34 FPS are below this threshold and would result in a less fluid experience. The Low preset at 81 FPS is playable but sacrifices too much visual detail for a negligible performance gain over Medium. The data suggests that 4K Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, as it provides a smooth frame rate while still offering a reasonable level of graphical fidelity. For users prioritizing visual quality over frame rate, 1440p Ultra is the best choice, as it delivers the highest quality image with a playable 63 FPS average.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. It has a 65 W TDP and features 8 MB of shared L3 cache. In the context of Hitman 2, this CPU proves to be a capable, though not exceptional, partner for the RTX 4070. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiting factor. The 1080p Low result of 234 FPS is likely near the maximum frame rate that this CPU can generate in this game, regardless of the GPU’s power. This is supported by the CPU’s benchmark scores, which show a single-thread score of 726 in 3DMark and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1919. These scores indicate decent single-thread performance, which is crucial for game engines, but not top-tier.

The CPU’s multi-threaded performance is more robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13593 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 6637. These results suggest that the CPU can handle the game’s background tasks and physics calculations without issue. The CPU’s overall benchmark percentile is 71, placing it above average but not in the high-performance tier. This is reflected in its nearest rivals, which include the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and the Intel Core i3-14100T, all of which have scores within a 1% delta of the 4600G. This indicates that the 4600G is a solid mid-range processor. In Hitman 2, the CPU’s role is to provide a stable frame rate floor. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU takes over as the primary bottleneck, but at 1080p, the CPU’s limits are exposed. The 1080p Ultra result of 99 FPS is a good indicator of the CPU’s ceiling in this game, as it is likely that the GPU could render more frames if the CPU were faster. The data suggests that while the 4600G is not a weak processor, it prevents the RTX 4070 from reaching its full potential at lower resolutions, making it the limiting component in those scenarios.