Hitman 2

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 lands at rank 2090 out of 3001 tested combos for Hitman 2. That places it in the 30th percentile of all configurations we track, meaning roughly 70% of tested systems deliver higher average frame rates in this specific title. For a mid-range pairing, this is a modest result, but the context of the game matters: Hitman 2 is a 2018 stealth title with a strong CPU dependency in crowded sandbox areas, and this combo's placement reflects a balance where the GPU is the limiting factor at higher settings, while the CPU shows its strengths at lower resolutions and presets.

Benchmark data indicates the combo is nowhere near the top tier, but it is also not a bottom-feeder. In raw average FPS across all measured rows, the system produces a range from 21 FPS at 4K Ultra to 145 FPS at 1080p Low. The spread is wide, and the rank of 2090/3001 suggests that while the system can handle the game at playable levels in many scenarios, it struggles at the extreme high end (4K Ultra) where even the most powerful setups are challenged. The percentile placement is a direct consequence of the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus, which become bottlenecks at higher resolutions, rather than the CPU's six-core Zen 3 architecture, which is more than adequate for this game's logic and AI.

When compared to other combos in the database, this pairing is a solid "1080p high refresh" candidate, but it falls short of being a 1440p or 4K powerhouse. The data shows that at 1080p High, the system achieves 82 FPS, which is smooth for most players, while 1440p High drops to 53 FPS—still playable but requiring compromises. The rank reflects this reality: it is a competent performer for its class, but not exceptional, and users expecting max settings at high resolutions will be disappointed.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 33 chip, fabricated on a 6 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 1720 MHz, with a boost clock of 2655 MHz and a game clock of 2250 MHz. Memory runs at 2250 MHz or 18 Gbps effective. These clocks are moderate by modern standards, and the 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor in Hitman 2's performance at higher resolutions.

In this game, the GPU's role is dominant at 4K and Ultra settings. At 3840x2160, the measured average FPS drops to 28 on High, 37 on Medium, and just 21 on Ultra. The 8 GB VRAM is likely a limiting factor at 4K, where texture data and draw distances demand more memory than the card can provide, leading to stuttering or frame drops. The low min FPS of 32 at 4K Medium (with a max of 43) indicates inconsistent frame pacing, which is a symptom of VRAM pressure. At 1080p, however, the GPU has more headroom: 145 FPS on Low and 109 FPS on Medium, showing that the card is well-suited for lower resolutions where the memory bus is not saturated.

The GPU's benchmark scores reinforce this picture. Its Passmark G3D score is 16634, with a percentile ranking of 57 against all GPUs, placing it just above average. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (deltaPct -0.2) and AMD Radeon 680M (deltaPct -0.7), indicating the RX 7600 is statistically similar to those parts in synthetic tests. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2310 is modest, and the Geekbench OpenCL score of 88051 shows compute capability, but none of these translate to strong 4K gaming. The GPU's pixel rate is 169.9 GPixel/s and texture rate is 339.8 GTexel/s, which are adequate for 1080p and 1440p but insufficient for 4K Ultra settings in a game with complex lighting and shadows.

In practical terms, the RX 7600 is the primary bottleneck for this combo at resolutions above 1440p. At 1080p, the GPU can push high frame rates, but at 4K, it falls below the 30 FPS threshold on High settings, making the game unplayable for most. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is the specific constraint: Hitman 2's large maps and detailed textures require more memory at higher resolutions, and the 128-bit bus (288 GB/s) cannot compensate for capacity limits. Players should treat the RX 7600 as a 1080p card for this title, with 1440p being a stretch at medium settings.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the sweet spot. At 1080p High, the system averages 82 FPS, and at Medium it hits 109 FPS. At 1440p, High drops to 53 FPS and Medium to 70 FPS, which is still playable, but 4K is not recommended—High averages only 28 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 7600 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 15171, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199, deltaPct -0.2) and the AMD Radeon 680M (15270, deltaPct -0.7). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 560X (15082, deltaPct 0.6) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 Ti (15063, deltaPct 0.7).

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600F a bottleneck for this game?

A: No. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads with a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, and its Passmark single-thread score is 2872. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 145 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU adequately. The bottleneck shifts to the GPU at higher resolutions, as shown by the 4K Ultra result of 21 FPS.

Q: What settings should I use for a consistent 60 FPS experience?

A: At 1080p, Medium settings yield 109 FPS, and High yields 82 FPS—both comfortably above 60. At 1440p, Medium averages 70 FPS with a min of 59 FPS, which is borderline. For a locked 60 FPS at 1440p, High is not sufficient (53 FPS), so Medium is the recommended preset.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2090 out of 3001 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the lower 70th percentile, meaning most other systems outperform it, but it is not in the bottom 10%. The rank reflects the GPU's limitations at high resolutions more than the CPU's performance.

Q: Does the GPU's 8 GB VRAM cause issues in Hitman 2?

A: Yes, especially at 4K. The 4K Medium row shows a min FPS of 32 and max of 43, indicating frame pacing issues. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 21 FPS, which is unplayable. The 8 GB capacity is adequate for 1080p (145 FPS Low) but not for 4K textures.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings. For a smooth 60 FPS experience, the best choice is 1080p with Medium settings, which delivers 109 FPS average (min 93, max 125). This preset offers a balance between visual quality and performance, with headroom for demanding scenes. If you prefer higher visuals, 1080p High at 82 FPS is still excellent, but the min FPS is not recorded—it is recommended to have a variable refresh rate monitor for consistency.

At 1440p, the decision is more nuanced. Medium settings yield 70 FPS average (min 59, max 80), which is technically playable but may dip below 60 in dense areas. High settings drop to 53 FPS, which is borderline for competitive play but acceptable for single-player stealth. For the best experience at 1440p, choose Medium—it offers the highest frame rate without sacrificing too much detail. Ultra at 1440p is not recommended (39 FPS), and 4K is entirely off the table for playable performance.

For players with a 60 Hz monitor at 1080p, Low settings at 145 FPS are overkill; High at 82 FPS is the sweet spot for visual fidelity. If you have a 144 Hz monitor, Medium at 109 FPS is the target to maintain high refresh rates. The data indicates that Ultra settings are not viable at any resolution above 1080p, where it still only manages 61 FPS—that is acceptable but not ideal for a stealth game where consistent frame times matter for aiming and movement.

In summary, the recommended presets are: 1080p Medium (109 FPS) for high refresh, 1080p High (82 FPS) for balanced quality, and 1440p Medium (70 FPS) for higher resolution with a slight performance trade-off. Avoid Ultra and 4K entirely, as the GPU lacks the VRAM and bandwidth to handle them.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates show a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers: Low 145 FPS, Medium 109 FPS (min 93, max 125), High 82 FPS, and Ultra 61 FPS. The jump from Ultra to High is a 25% improvement, while Low to Medium is a 25% drop, indicating that the GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution—the CPU can handle the load.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly: Low 93 FPS, Medium 70 FPS (min 59, max 80), High 53 FPS, and Ultra 39 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 58% reduction, showing that the GPU becomes the primary constraint as resolution increases. The min FPS of 59 at Medium suggests occasional stutters, but the average is still playable.

At 3840x2160, the results are poor: Low 49 FPS, Medium 37 FPS (min 32, max 43), High 28 FPS, and Ultra 21 FPS. The 4K Low setting is the only one above 30 FPS, and the Ultra result is borderline unplayable. The min FPS of 32 at Medium (with a max of 43) indicates severe frame time inconsistency, which is characteristic of VRAM overflow. The delta between 1080p Low (145 FPS) and 4K Low (49 FPS) is a 66% reduction, highlighting the GPU's memory bandwidth limitations.

The data also shows that Medium settings consistently provide the most stable frame times (recorded min/max values) across all resolutions, while High and Ultra lack min/max data, suggesting less consistent performance. At 1080p, the difference between High (82) and Ultra (61) is notable, but at 4K, the difference between High (28) and Ultra (21) is minor, indicating that the GPU is already at its limit.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Vermeer), manufactured on a 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a desktop part with a TDP of 65 W, and it supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Its Passmark single-thread score is 2872, and its multithread score is 19236, with a percentile ranking of 85 against all CPUs.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is significant at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system hits 145 FPS, which is near the CPU's practical limit for this game—the engine's AI and physics calculations for the crowded sandbox environments are handled by the CPU. The Passmark physics score of 1043 indicates strong single-core performance, which is critical for this title. At 1440p and 4K, the CPU is less stressed, as the GPU becomes the bottleneck, but the CPU's six cores and 12 threads prevent any stuttering from background tasks.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (avgScore 36938, deltaPct 0) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (avgScore 37018, deltaPct -0.2). These are all statistically similar, with less than 1% difference, indicating that the 5600F is well-positioned among its peers. For Hitman 2, the CPU's boost clock of 4.00 GHz is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at 1080p Medium (109 FPS), where the GPU is still the limiting factor.

The data shows that the CPU is not a weak point for this combo. At 1080p Low, the 145 FPS result is likely CPU-bound, but it is still a high frame rate. At higher resolutions, the CPU has headroom, as evidenced by the 4K Low result of 49 FPS, which is far below the CPU's potential. The 65 W TDP and 7 nm process ensure efficient operation, and the 32 MB L3 cache helps with game world data. Players should not consider upgrading the CPU for this game; the GPU is the clear upgrade path for better 1440p or 4K performance.