Hitman 2

# Hitman 2 with AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a mid-pack experience in Hitman 2, ranking 1465th out of 1795 tested combinations. This places the combo in the 81st percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it sits comfortably above the median. The CPU holds a 78th percentile ranking among all processors, while the GPU ranks at the 58th percentile, suggesting the graphics card is the more limiting factor in this pairing. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system capable of smooth 1080p play but one that struggles significantly at 4K, particularly at higher quality presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1465 out of 1795 tested combinations reflects a configuration that is decidedly mid-pack in Hitman 2. With 330 combos performing worse, this system sits above average but far from the top tier. The CPU's 78th percentile standing among all processors indicates solid processing capability, yet the GPU's 58th percentile suggests the graphics card holds the system back in graphically demanding scenes.

The Ryzen 5 5600G shows competitive performance against its nearest rivals. It trails the Intel Core i7-11800H by only 0.2% and matches the AMD EPYC 7713P, while leading the Intel Core i7-11600H by 0.2% and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX by 0.3%. These negligible differences mean the CPU is not the bottleneck in most scenarios. The RTX 2060 similarly performs close to its nearest competitors, leading the AMD Radeon RX 7600S by 0.5% and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 by 1.8%, while trailing the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700 by 1.7%. This tight grouping suggests the GPU delivers performance consistent with its class.

The data indicates that in Hitman 2, this combo's overall rank is primarily determined by the GPU's mid-tier standing. The CPU's strong relative performance cannot fully compensate for the graphics card's limitations at higher resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 54.7 FPS. This is playable but not ideal for competitive play, representing a 41.8% drop from the Low preset's 130.8 FPS at the same resolution.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 as the optimal resolution, with all settings except Ultra exceeding 78 FPS. At 2560x1440, only the Low preset maintains above 85 FPS, while 3840x2160 fails to reach 43 FPS even at Low settings.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G is within 0.3% of all four nearest rivals in average benchmark score. It matches the AMD EPYC 7713P and Intel Core i7-11800H, while slightly edging out the Intel Core i7-11600H and AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX.

Q: Is the GPU the limiting factor in this configuration?

A: Yes, the evidence strongly suggests this. The RTX 2060 ranks at the 58th percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 78th percentile. The dramatic FPS drops at higher resolutions and settings align with GPU-bound behavior.

Q: What settings provide the best experience at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset delivers 65.4 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and smoothness. The High preset drops to 48.8 FPS, while Low reaches 85.9 FPS but sacrifices visual fidelity.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: Not effectively. At 3840x2160, even the Low preset only manages 43 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 17.1 FPS. The High preset achieves 26.9 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable play.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS progression from 1080p to 4K reveals a system heavily constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions. At Low settings, performance drops from 130.8 FPS at 1920x1080 to 85.9 FPS at 2560x1440—a 34.3% reduction—and then to 43 FPS at 3840x2160, representing a 67.1% drop from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases.

The Medium preset shows a similar pattern: 100.8 FPS at 1080p, 65.4 FPS at 1440p (35.1% reduction), and 32.4 FPS at 4K (67.9% reduction). The High preset follows suit with 78.1 FPS at 1080p, 48.8 FPS at 1440p (37.5% reduction), and 26.9 FPS at 4K (65.6% reduction). The Ultra preset exhibits the most severe scaling, going from 54.7 FPS at 1080p to 32.6 FPS at 1440p (40.4% reduction) and 17.1 FPS at 4K (68.7% reduction).

The consistency of these percentage drops across settings—all falling between 65% and 69% from 1080p to 4K—confirms that resolution scaling affects all presets uniformly. This uniformity is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering load increases proportionally with pixel count. The CPU's strong relative performance, evidenced by its 78th percentile ranking, means it can feed the GPU adequately at lower resolutions but cannot compensate for the GPU's limited pixel throughput at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, the Medium preset at 1920x1080 stands out as the optimal choice. This configuration delivers 100.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, while providing noticeably better visual fidelity than the Low preset's 130.8 FPS. The jump from Medium to High at 1080p costs 22.7 FPS (from 100.8 to 78.1), a 22.5% reduction, which may not justify the visual improvements for all players.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 65.4 FPS is the recommended choice for players with 1440p displays. This maintains playable frame rates while offering superior image quality to the Low preset's 85.9 FPS. The High preset at 48.8 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 32.6 FPS is not recommended for a smooth experience.

For 4K displays, the data indicates that this combo cannot deliver a satisfactory experience. The Low preset at 43 FPS is the only option approaching playability, and even that falls short of the 60 FPS target. Players with 4K monitors should consider lowering resolution or accepting reduced visual quality.

The Ultra preset is consistently the least efficient choice across all resolutions. At 1080p it delivers 54.7 FPS, which is playable but represents a 45.7% performance penalty compared to Medium. At 1440p and 4K, the Ultra preset's 32.6 FPS and 17.1 FPS respectively make it impractical for actual gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. The Low preset achieves 130.8 FPS, providing an exceptionally smooth experience with minimal visual fidelity. The Medium preset reaches 100.8 FPS, offering a substantial improvement in visual quality while maintaining high frame rates. The High preset produces 78.1 FPS, which remains comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset drops to 54.7 FPS, falling below the ideal threshold but remaining playable for most users.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance decreases noticeably across all presets. The Low setting yields 85.9 FPS, still smooth but a 34.3% reduction from the 1080p Low result. The Medium preset achieves 65.4 FPS, maintaining playability with moderate visual quality. The High preset reaches 48.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may cause noticeable stuttering in fast-paced scenes. The Ultra preset falls to 32.6 FPS, making it difficult to play comfortably.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Low preset produces 43 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset drops to 32.4 FPS, and the High preset falls to 26.9 FPS. The Ultra preset bottoms out at 17.1 FPS, rendering the game virtually unplayable at this setting. The 4K results clearly demonstrate that this combination is not suited for high-resolution gaming, with even the lowest settings failing to reach the 60 FPS target.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each increase in resolution costs approximately 35-40% of frame rate at every settings level, and each step up in quality within a resolution costs roughly 20-30%. This predictable scaling allows users to estimate performance at unmeasured configurations, though the overall trend suggests that 1080p Medium or High provides the best experience, with 1440p Medium as a viable alternative for users prioritizing resolution over frame rate.