Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and AMD Radeon RX 570 combination produces a playable experience in Hitman 2 only at 1080p with reduced settings. The measured data shows a clear ceiling for this pairing, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical fidelity increase. This analysis focuses on the measured frames per second (FPS), the role of the hardware components, and the overall ranking of this combo within the database.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data for this combination shows that Low settings at 1920x1080 is the only configuration that delivers a consistently smooth frame rate, averaging 68.1 FPS. This represents the best experience for maintaining fluid motion, which is critical for a stealth game where precise timing and reaction are essential. The jump from Low to Medium at 1080p costs nearly 16 FPS (from 68.1 down to 52.4 FPS), but remains playable for most users. However, the step to High at 1080p results in 40.4 FPS, which begins to feel less responsive for fast-paced encounters.

For users prioritizing visual quality over maximum smoothness, Medium at 1920x1080 is the recommended preset. The 52.4 FPS average is a reasonable compromise, offering a significant visual upgrade over Low while still staying above the 30 FPS threshold that is often considered the minimum for acceptable gameplay. Pushing to High at 1080p is possible but will be a sub-optimal experience due to the lower frame rate. The data indicates that the Ultra preset should be avoided entirely; at 1080p it only manages 31.4 FPS, and at 1440p it drops to a stuttery 17.5 FPS. At 4K, no settings preset is viable, with even Low settings only achieving 26 FPS. The optimal strategy is to play at 1080p and choose between Low for performance or Medium for a balance of visuals and speed.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is the primary performance limiter in this configuration, particularly at higher resolutions. Its memory configuration includes 4 GB of GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The GPU's architecture is GCN 4.0 on a 14 nm process, with base and boost clocks of 1168 MHz and 1244 MHz, respectively. This hardware, with its 5.095 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power, is clearly stressed by Hitman 2's engine as resolution increases.

The impact of the GPU is most evident in the scaling of frame rates. At 1080p, the GPU can produce playable numbers, but as the pixel count increases to 2560x1440 and 3840x2160, the frame rate collapses. For example, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 40.4 at 1080p to 27.5 at 1440p and further to 15.5 at 4K. This indicates that the RX 570 does not have the raw fill rate or memory bandwidth to handle the increased load at higher resolutions. The GPU's performance percentile (74 vs all GPUs) and its average benchmark score of 30158 place it in a mid-range tier, but the demands of Hitman 2 at 4K simply overwhelm it. The VRAM capacity of 4 GB is also a likely contributing factor to the poor high-resolution performance, as the game likely exceeds this limit at 1440p and 4K, causing significant slowdowns.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Hitman 2, this pairing of the Ryzen 5 5600 and RX 570 ranks at 1703 out of 1795 total combos. This places it in the bottom 5% of all tested systems, which is consistent with the measured frame rates. The data indicates that this is not a high-performance gaming combination for this specific title. The rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's limitations; while the CPU is capable, the overall system performance is bottlenecked by the graphics card, especially at resolutions above 1080p.

The CPU itself, however, is a strong performer. Its average benchmark score is 21765, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. It compares favorably to its nearest rivals, being 0.6% faster than the Intel Xeon D-1746TER and 0.9% faster than the Intel Core i7-11700F, while being only 0.6% slower than the AMD EPYC 9554P. This shows that the Ryzen 5 5600 has ample processing power for the game. The combination's low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU, which, despite having a benchmark score (30158) that rivals the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (deltaPct of 0.2%), cannot translate that synthetic performance into playable frame rates at higher resolutions in Hitman 2. The data shows a system that is severely unbalanced for this workload, with the GPU dragging down the overall ranking.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that the best experience is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves an average of 68.1 FPS. For a balance of visual quality and performance, Medium settings at 1080p, averaging 52.4 FPS, is also a viable option.

Q: Does this combination provide a smooth experience at 1440p?

A: No. At 2560x1440, the frame rates are too low for smooth gameplay. The highest average FPS at this resolution is 43.5 on Low settings, which drops to 27.5 on High and 17.5 on Ultra. These numbers are generally not sufficient for a fluid experience.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the primary limiting factor. While the CPU's performance is in the 79th percentile, the GPU's performance is insufficient for higher resolutions. This is evidenced by the sharp drop in FPS as resolution increases, from 68.1 at 1080p Low to 26 at 4K Low.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested systems in the database?

A: This combination ranks 1703 out of 1795 testable combos for Hitman 2. This low ranking indicates that it performs worse than the vast majority of other hardware pairings tested for this game.

*Q: Can this system run Hitman 2 at 4K?*

A: The data suggests it cannot run the game at 4K in a playable state. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS achieved is 26 on Low settings. All other presets at 4K result in average frame rates below 17.1 FPS.

Q: What is the expected frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 1080p, the average FPS on Low settings is 68.1, while on Ultra settings it is 31.4. This represents a drop of 36.7 FPS, or more than a 50% reduction in performance.

Resolution Scaling

The scaling of frame rates across resolutions clearly illustrates the relationship between the system's components and the game's rendering load. From 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, there is a dramatic and consistent drop in performance across all settings presets. This pattern is the hallmark of a GPU-bound system. For instance, at Low settings, the average FPS falls from 68.1 at 1080p to 43.5 at 1440p and finally to 26 at 4K. This represents a 62% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K.

This scaling behavior indicates that the limiting component is the AMD Radeon RX 570. The CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5 5600, is not the bottleneck, as its performance does not degrade with resolution; it simply waits for the GPU to complete its work. The data shows that the GPU's rendering capabilities, including its 4 GB of VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth, are insufficient to maintain performance as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K. The steep decline in FPS is a direct result of the GPU being overwhelmed by the increased graphical workload. The system is well-suited for 1080p gaming in Hitman 2, but any attempt to increase the resolution will result in a severe and immediate performance penalty, confirming the GPU as the definitive performance ceiling for this combination.