Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a highly playable Hitman 2 experience at 1080p and 1440p, with the data indicating that the RTX 5060 is the primary performance driver across most settings. At 4K, however, the GPU's 8 GB memory and the sheer pixel load become the limiting factors, pushing the experience below the 60 FPS threshold on anything but Low settings. The measured results show a clear, predictable scaling pattern that underscores the balance of this mid-range pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep and consistent performance decline as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 104 FPS at 1080p to 66 FPS at 1440p, a 36.5% reduction, before plummeting to 35 FPS at 4K, which is a 66.3% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This pattern is consistent across all presets, indicating that the game's rendering load scales aggressively with pixel count.

The scaling behavior strongly suggests that the RTX 5060 is the limiting component in this configuration. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a significant but manageable performance cost, typical of a GPU that has ample headroom at the lower resolution. However, the dramatic collapse at 4K, where even Medium settings yield only 47 FPS, points to the GPU's 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB GDDR7 memory being saturated. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is simply insufficient for the data throughput required at 3840x2160, making the GPU the incontrovertible bottleneck.

The scaling between resolutions also highlights the CPU's role. The Ryzen 5 5600F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, does not appear to be a constraint in these tests. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would remain relatively flat across resolutions, as the CPU's workload is largely independent of resolution. Instead, the FPS drops dramatically with each resolution increase, confirming that the GPU is the component under strain.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS for 3840x2160 is 47, but at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 88 FPS, with a minimum of 75 and a maximum of 101 FPS.

Q: Can this combination run Hitman 2 at 4K smoothly?

A: No, the data shows that at 3840x2160, only the Low preset breaks the 60 FPS barrier with an average of 62 FPS. High and Medium settings yield 35 and 47 FPS respectively, while Ultra drops to 26 FPS, making 4K gameplay only viable on the lowest settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 26331, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, has an average score of 26011, which is 1.2% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421, a 0.3% difference.

Q: What is the best resolution for a 60+ FPS experience on High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combination produces an average of 104 FPS. At 2560x1440, the average drops to 66 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS, so both resolutions are viable for High settings.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 183 on Low to 76 on Ultra. This represents a 107 FPS gap, showing that the visual preset has a massive impact on performance.

Q: How does the CPU's performance rank relative to other processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600F has an average benchmark score of 36945, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. It is essentially tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, which scores 36938, a 0% delta.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the central component in determining Hitman 2's frame rates. Its 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The data suggests this is the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The GPU's base clock is 2280 MHz, with a boost clock of 2497 MHz, and it maintains a texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s. These specifications deliver robust performance at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results are limited by the memory subsystem.

The GPU's synthetic benchmark scores corroborate its mid-range positioning. It achieves a Passmark G3D score of 20891 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3628. Its average benchmark score of 26331 places it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. The closest rival in terms of average score is the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, which is 1.2% slower, while the AMD Radeon 860M is 0.3% faster. This indicates the RTX 5060 is a competent performer for its class, but not a high-end part.

In Hitman 2, the GPU's role is most evident when observing the FPS drop from 1440p to 4K. At High settings, the 66 FPS at 1440p drops to 35 FPS at 4K. This 47% reduction in performance for a 2.25x increase in pixel count shows the GPU's limitations are not linear but exponential under extreme load. The 8 GB VRAM is also a likely factor, as 4K textures and rendering can exceed this capacity, leading to the observed performance collapse.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combination's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the combination is exceptionally capable. The Low preset achieves an average of 183 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate displays. Medium settings yield an average of 137 FPS, with a minimum of 117 and a maximum of 158 FPS. High settings produce an average of 104 FPS, while the Ultra preset still maintains a smooth 76 FPS average. This resolution is clearly GPU-bound, as even the most demanding preset remains well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's workload. The Low preset delivers a high average of 117 FPS. Medium settings produce an average of 88 FPS, with a minimum of 75 and a maximum of 101 FPS. High settings yield a solid 66 FPS average, which is still perfectly playable. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the combination struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Low preset is the only one to exceed 60 FPS, with an average of 62 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 47 FPS, with a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 54 FPS. High settings yield only 35 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to a very demanding 26 FPS average. This resolution is only viable for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, and even then, only on Low settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Hitman 2, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 pairing holds a rank of 1313 out of 3001 tested combos. This places the combination in the 56th percentile of all tested systems, indicating it is slightly above the median performance for this specific game.

This ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. The combination is not a top-tier performer, as it lacks the high-end GPU power needed for 4K Ultra settings. However, it is also not a low-end system, as it delivers excellent performance at 1080p and solid performance at 1440p. The rank reflects a balanced mid-range setup that will satisfy most gamers targeting 1080p or 1440p resolutions.

The rank also suggests that while the CPU is a strong performer (85th percentile), the GPU's 72nd percentile ranking holds the combo back from higher overall positions. In a game like Hitman 2, which is heavily GPU-dependent at higher resolutions, the GPU's performance ceiling is the deciding factor in the combo's overall rank.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F plays a supporting role in Hitman 2, providing sufficient processing power to avoid bottlenecking the GPU. This 6-core, 12-thread processor is based on the Zen 3 architecture and operates at a base clock of 3.00 GHz, boosting up to 4.00 GHz. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache helps with game data access, and its 51.2 GB/s dual-channel memory bandwidth is more than adequate for this title.

The CPU's synthetic benchmark scores show it is a strong performer. It achieves a Passmark single-thread score of 2872 and a multithread score of 19236. Its average benchmark score of 36945 places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. It is effectively tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, which has a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, which is 0.2% slower.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is not the primary performance limiter. The game's AI and physics calculations are not so demanding that they would expose the CPU's limitations. The fact that the FPS scales so dramatically with resolution is a strong indicator that the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's demands. If the CPU were a bottleneck, the 1080p and 1440p results would be closer together, as the CPU's workload would be the limiting factor regardless of resolution. Instead, the GPU is the clear constraint, which means the 5600F is doing its job effectively.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for the optimal settings on this combination. For a 60+ FPS target, the best experience is found at 2560x1440 with High settings, which yields an average of 66 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual quality and performance, offering a significant upgrade over 1080p while maintaining a smooth frame rate.

For users with a 144Hz or higher refresh rate monitor at 1080p, the Medium preset is the sweet spot. It delivers an average of 137 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS, ensuring the frame rate stays well above the refresh rate threshold. The High preset at 104 FPS is also viable, but the Medium preset offers a more comfortable margin for consistent high-refresh-rate gameplay.

For maximum visual fidelity, the Ultra preset at 1080p is the only viable option, providing an average of 76 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may result in a less smooth experience. At 4K, the Ultra preset is not recommended, as the 26 FPS average is well below playable standards.

The data indicates that the Low preset at 4K is the only way to play at that resolution with a playable frame rate, achieving 62 FPS. However, the visual sacrifice is substantial. The best overall experience is clearly at 1440p with High settings, which provides a strong balance of visual quality and performance, making it the recommended configuration for this hardware combination.