Hitman 2

Hitman 2 presents a demanding scenario for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the Intel Arc B370. The measured data reveals a combination that is severely constrained by the graphics processor, resulting in a playability profile that is limited to specific settings and resolutions. The benchmark results indicate a system where the CPU’s substantial processing power is largely left untapped, while the GPU operates as the definitive bottleneck across all tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The impact of resolution on frame rates is dramatic and clearly illustrates the graphics card’s limitations. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 73 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops the average to 46 FPS, a reduction of 27 FPS or approximately 37%. The scaling continues to be severe when pushing to 4K, where the average further plummets to 25 FPS. This steep decline from 1080p to 4K is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering workload increases exponentially with pixel count, and the Intel Arc B370 simply cannot sustain the throughput.

The pattern holds across other settings. With Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 54 at 1080p to 35 at 1440p, and then to just 19 at 4K. This consistent and significant loss of performance with each resolution step strongly suggests that the limiting component is the graphics processor. The data implies that the Intel Arc B370’s compute and memory resources are saturated well before the CPU can become a factor. If the processor were the primary constraint, the frame rates would show less variance between resolutions, as the CPU workload would remain relatively constant while the GPU workload scales.

The fact that the 4K results are largely unplayable, with averages of 25 FPS on Low and only 10 FPS on Ultra, underscores the GPU’s inability to handle high pixel counts in this title. The scaling is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K represents a more punishing performance hit than the jump from 1080p to 1440p, further confirming that the graphics card is running out of pixel processing power. For users targeting 4K, the data suggests this combination is not viable for Hitman 2, regardless of the quality preset chosen.

Settings Recommendations

Given the measured performance, the optimal experience is found at 1080p with the Low preset, which yields an average of 73 FPS. This is the only configuration that approaches a high-refresh-rate experience. The data shows that this preset provides a smooth and responsive frame rate, making it the recommended choice for gameplay that prioritizes fluidity. The jump from Low to Medium at 1080p results in a significant cost, with the average FPS dropping by 19 frames to 54 FPS. While 54 FPS is still playable, it is a substantial reduction for what may be a modest visual improvement.

At 1440p, the Low preset is the only viable option for acceptable performance, achieving an average of 46 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution drops the average to 35 FPS, which may be borderline for some players. The High and Ultra presets at 1440p are not recommended, as they produce averages of 26 FPS and 19 FPS, respectively, which fall below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The data clearly indicates that as resolution increases, the user must compensate by lowering the quality preset to maintain a playable frame rate.

The 4K resolution is not a practical target for this combination. Even the Low preset, which is the best-performing 4K configuration, only manages an average of 25 FPS. This suggests that the system is not suited for 4K gaming in Hitman 2. The measured rows point to 1080p as the primary resolution for this hardware, with the Low preset offering the best balance of performance and playability. Medium at 1080p is a secondary option for those who prefer higher visual fidelity and can accept a frame rate in the mid-50s.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. Its benchmark performance is strong, with an average benchmark score of 36945, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, has an almost identical average score of 36938, resulting in a deltaPct of 0. This indicates that the 5600F’s processing capabilities are on par with that competitor. However, the measured frame rates in Hitman 2 suggest that this CPU power is largely irrelevant to the final output.

The data implies that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this game. The severe FPS drops at higher resolutions and settings are the hallmark of a GPU bottleneck. A capable processor like the 5600F would be expected to feed frames to a more powerful graphics card without issue. The fact that the system struggles to maintain high frame rates even at 1080p Low, where the CPU workload is relatively higher compared to the GPU, suggests the graphics card is the sole constraint. The CPU is likely idling, waiting for the GPU to complete its rendering tasks.

This is a case where the processor’s potential is not being utilized. The 6 cores and 12 threads are more than sufficient for Hitman 2, a game that does not typically stress CPUs to the same extent as modern multi-threaded titles. The benchmark results for the CPU, such as a single-thread score of 2872 and a multithread score of 19236, show a capable part. However, the game’s frame rate is dictated by the GPU, rendering the CPU’s performance headroom irrelevant in this specific configuration. The system is effectively unbalanced, with a high-performing CPU paired with a low-performing GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware in Hitman 2?

A: Based on the measured data, the best experience is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves an average of 73 FPS. This is the only configuration that provides a frame rate high enough for very smooth gameplay.

Q: Is this system capable of running Hitman 2 at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates that 4K is not a practical target. The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 25 FPS on the Low preset, with the Ultra preset dropping to just 10 FPS, making the game unplayable at this resolution.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F has an average benchmark score of 36945. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, scores 36938, resulting in a deltaPct of 0. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a slight competitor with a score of 37018, showing a deltaPct of -0.2.

Q: Is the game performance limited by the CPU or the GPU?

A: The benchmark results strongly indicate the GPU is the limiting component. The significant frame rate drops when increasing resolution point to a graphics card bottleneck, as the CPU’s workload does not scale in the same way.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 73 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 30 FPS. This represents a performance cost of 43 FPS for the highest visual quality settings.

Q: What is the rank of this specific CPU and GPU combination for this game?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2768 out of 3001 tested combos for Hitman 2, placing it in the lower percentile of tested systems.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a boost clock of 2400 MHz and a base clock of 300 MHz. The GPU’s standalone benchmark score is 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low score, and its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, has a score of 1186, resulting in a deltaPct of -0.2. This places the Arc B370’s raw graphics performance on par with a legacy mobile GPU, which is a clear indicator of its limited capabilities.

The GPU’s memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it uses a portion of the system’s main memory rather than dedicated VRAM. This is a significant disadvantage for gaming, as the bandwidth available for graphics data is dependent on the system memory and can be a major bottleneck. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, but these figures are not sufficient to handle the demands of Hitman 2 at higher resolutions. The FP32 performance is 6.144 TFLOPS, which is modest for a modern graphics solution.

The measured FPS data reflects this hardware’s limitations. The GPU struggles to maintain playable frame rates even at 1080p with High settings, achieving only 41 FPS. The performance drop is severe as the resolution increases, confirming that the GPU is the primary constraint. The low percentile ranking and the proximity of its benchmark score to much older hardware highlight that this is a low-power, entry-level graphics solution. It is not designed for demanding titles like Hitman 2, and the data shows that it can only provide a satisfactory experience at the lowest settings and resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system's performance. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 73 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution averages 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS. The High preset drops the average to 41 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings it down to 30 FPS. This shows a clear and consistent performance degradation as visual quality increases.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 46 FPS. The Medium preset averages 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 40 FPS. The High preset averages 26 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 19 FPS. The frame rates at this resolution are generally lower and less consistent, indicating the GPU is working harder. The gap between Low and Medium at 1440p is 11 FPS, which is a smaller absolute difference than at 1080p, showing the GPU is already struggling.

At 3840x2160, the performance is significantly lower. The Low preset averages 25 FPS. The Medium preset averages 19 FPS, with a minimum of 16 and a maximum of 21 FPS. The High preset averages 14 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 10 FPS. None of these averages reach a playable threshold. This data confirms that the system is not suitable for 4K gaming in this title, and even the lowest quality settings do not provide a smooth experience. The progression from 1080p to 4K shows a near-linear collapse in performance, reinforcing the GPU bottleneck.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and Intel Arc B370 combination ranks 2768 out of 3001 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places the system in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations, a clear indication of its low overall performance in this specific game. The rank is a direct consequence of the GPU’s limitations, as the CPU is a relatively high-performing part that is being held back.

This ranking suggests that the majority of other CPU and GPU combinations tested will outperform this setup. The data shows that while the Ryzen 5 5600F’s benchmark scores are competitive, the system’s real-world gaming performance is dictated by the weakest link, which is the Intel Arc B370. The GPU’s 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs, combined with its benchmark score being comparable to much older hardware, explains why this combo is ranked so low.

The result is a highly unbalanced system. The CPU has the potential to support a much more powerful graphics card, but the current pairing severely limits its capabilities. For users interested in Hitman 2, this rank indicates that the system will provide a subpar experience compared to even modestly equipped alternatives. The data implies that to improve the gaming performance of this system, the primary upgrade path would be to replace the graphics processor, as the CPU has ample headroom to support a more capable GPU.