Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a broad performance envelope in Hitman 2, ranging from highly playable 4K experiences to extremely high refresh rate 1080p output. The benchmark data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary scaling factor across resolutions, while the CPU’s six-core, twelve-thread configuration provides a solid foundation that never appears to bottleneck the frame rates captured. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, contextualizes the hardware against its nearest rivals, and provides actionable settings guidance based strictly on the recorded figures.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is substantial across all settings presets, indicating that the rendering load scales heavily with pixel count. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 147.8 FPS at 1080p to 90.5 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 52.8 FPS at 4K. This represents a 64.3% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K, a clear sign that the RTX 5070’s processing power is the limiting component as resolution increases. The pattern holds for Medium settings, where the drop is from 193.4 FPS at 1080p to 121.5 FPS at 1440p and 67 FPS at 4K, a 65.4% decrease from the lowest to highest resolution.

Low settings show an even more dramatic scaling curve, with 256.2 FPS at 1080p dropping to 161.5 FPS at 1440p and 84.7 FPS at 4K. The 4K figure is only 33.1% of the 1080p number, which suggests that at lower graphical fidelity, the GPU is still the dominant factor but the relative performance loss is steeper because the CPU has less work to do per frame. Ultra settings tell a similar story, with 109.6 FPS at 1080p falling to 68.9 FPS at 1440p and 34.8 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is just 31.8% of the 1080p Ultra figure, confirming that the RTX 5070’s fill rate and shader throughput are the key determinants of performance at high pixel densities.

The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 5600GT is not the bottleneck in this configuration. If the CPU were limiting, the frame rate differences between 1080p and 1440p would be smaller, as the GPU would have spare capacity at lower resolutions. Instead, the consistent 40-50% FPS drop when moving from 1440p to 4K across all presets points directly to the GPU being saturated. At 1080p Low, the 256.2 FPS average suggests the CPU can push frames well beyond typical display refresh rates, but the GPU still manages the workload without being overtaken by the processor’s capabilities.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 256.2, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only measured configuration that exceeds 250 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 compare to the RTX 3090 in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 41687, which is 0.6% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090’s score of 41441. The deltaPct of 0.6 indicates the RTX 5070 leads by a narrow margin.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600GT faster than the Intel Core i7-10700?

A: The data shows the two processors are effectively tied, with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scoring 20740 and the Intel Core i7-10700 scoring 20746. The deltaPct of 0 means they are statistically identical in average benchmark performance.

Q: What is the playable 4K experience for this combo?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset delivers 67 FPS on average, which is the most balanced option. High settings yield 52.8 FPS, while Ultra drops to 34.8 FPS, which is below the smoothness threshold for most action-heavy games.

Q: How does the CPU’s single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread score?

A: In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 2438 in single-core and 17272 in multi-core. The multi-core score is roughly 7.1 times higher, reflecting the benefit of its 6 cores and 12 threads under full load.

Q: Does the combo rank in the top quartile of tested systems for Hitman 2?

A: The combo ranks 376 out of 1795 tested combinations, placing it in the top 21% of all configurations. This indicates a strong overall performance tier for this specific game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are typical for this segment. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17272 and a single-core score of 2438, which places it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-10700, has an average score of 20746, and the deltaPct of 0 confirms the Ryzen 5 5600GT matches it exactly, despite having fewer cores.

In Hitman 2, the CPU’s role is to feed the RTX 5070 with draw calls and game logic. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (256.2) suggests the CPU can handle high frame rates without becoming a constraint, as the GPU is still able to produce frames at that speed. The 12 threads provide ample parallelism for the game’s AI and physics systems, which are often single-threaded but benefit from the high boost clock. The 3DMark single-thread score of 913 and the Geekbench single-core score of 2035 indicate strong per-core performance, which is critical for maintaining consistent frame pacing in a stealth game where NPC counts and crowd simulations can spike CPU load.

The CPU’s 65W TDP and 7nm process node are not directly reflected in game FPS, but the benchmark results show no signs of thermal throttling affecting the data. The nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i5-12490F with a deltaPct of -0.3, are all within 0.5% of the Ryzen 5 5600GT’s average score, meaning the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo. The GPU is the clear performance driver, and the CPU’s job is to stay out of the way, which it does effectively at all tested resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5070 delivers exceptional performance. Low settings produce an average of 256.2 FPS, which is the peak for the entire dataset. Medium settings reduce this to 193.4 FPS, while High settings yield 147.8 FPS. Ultra settings are the most demanding at 1080p, with an average of 109.6 FPS, which still provides a smooth experience for high refresh rate monitors. The spread from Low to Ultra is 146.6 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom even at the highest preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop predictably. Low settings average 161.5 FPS, which is a 37% reduction from 1080p Low. Medium settings average 121.5 FPS, and High settings average 90.5 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p produce 68.9 FPS, which is still playable but begins to show the GPU’s limits. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is roughly a 37-40% reduction across all presets, consistent with the pixel count increase of 78%.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 5070’s performance is more constrained. Low settings average 84.7 FPS, which is a 67% drop from 1080p Low. Medium settings average 67 FPS, High settings average 52.8 FPS, and Ultra settings average 34.8 FPS. The 4K Ultra figure is the lowest recorded in the dataset, indicating that the GPU is fully saturated at this resolution and preset. The 4K Medium result of 67 FPS is the most notable, as it provides a smooth experience while maintaining visual fidelity above Low.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 376th out of 1795 tested combinations in Hitman 2. This places it in the top 20.9% of all systems, indicating a high level of overall performance. The rank is influenced by the GPU’s strong showing, as the RTX 5070 sits in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 41687. The GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, has a deltaPct of 0.2, meaning the RTX 5070 is only slightly faster, while the NVIDIA Tesla M40 is 0.5% slower.

The CPU’s contribution to the rank is less pronounced, as it sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. However, the combination of a top-quartile GPU with a solid mid-tier CPU results in a balanced system that performs well in this game. The rank of 376 suggests that there are 375 faster combos, likely featuring higher-end CPUs or multiple GPUs, but the data shows this pairing is well above the median. The measured FPS at 1080p High (147.8) and 1440p High (90.5) are strong indicators of why this combo ranks where it does, as these are common gaming scenarios.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 147.8 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it exceeds 144 Hz refresh rates. Medium settings at 193.4 FPS are suitable for 165 Hz or 240 Hz displays, but the visual fidelity loss may not be worth the extra 45.6 FPS. Ultra settings at 109.6 FPS are still playable but offer diminishing returns over High.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 121.5 FPS is the recommended choice for smooth gameplay on 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitors. High settings at 90.5 FPS are acceptable for 60 Hz or 75 Hz displays, but the jump to Medium provides a 34.3% FPS increase with a moderate visual trade-off. Ultra settings at 68.9 FPS are borderline, as they drop below 70 FPS, which may cause noticeable stutter in fast-paced scenes.

For 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 67 FPS is the only option that provides a consistently smooth experience. Low settings at 84.7 FPS offer higher frame rates but sacrifice too much visual detail for a game that relies on environmental storytelling. High settings at 52.8 FPS are below the 60 FPS threshold for many players, and Ultra at 34.8 FPS is not recommended for active gameplay. The data clearly indicates that 4K Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, delivering a playable frame rate while maintaining acceptable graphical fidelity.