Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 produces a fascinating split in Hitman 2: it delivers exceptional high-refresh-rate performance at 1440p and even 4K, but the frame rate scaling reveals that the CPU is the primary constraint at lower resolutions. This combination ranks 99th out of 1795 tested combos in the database, placing it in the top 5.5% of all configurations tested for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates show a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling at higher resolutions, but with an early ceiling that suggests CPU limitations at 1080p. Moving from 4K to 1440p to 1080p, the gains are substantial but not linear, and the data indicates the RTX 5080 is not the limiting factor at the lowest resolution.

At 4K Ultra, the combo averages 48.7 FPS. Dropping to 4K High raises that to 61 FPS, a 25% improvement. At 4K Medium, it reaches 81.8 FPS, and at 4K Low, it jumps to 107.6 FPS. The spread from Ultra to Low at 4K is 58.9 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom as settings are lowered.

At 1440p, the scaling becomes more aggressive. 1440p Ultra produces 85.9 FPS, High hits 114.5 FPS, Medium reaches 153.3 FPS, and Low skyrockets to 204.4 FPS. The jump from Ultra to Low here is 118.5 FPS, indicating that the GPU is still the primary driver. However, the gap between 4K Low (107.6) and 1440p Low (204.4) is 96.8 FPS, which is a smaller relative gain than expected from the resolution change alone.

At 1080p, the pattern changes. 1080p Ultra records 136.1 FPS, High moves to 179.4 FPS, Medium hits 239.5 FPS, and Low peaks at 294.3 FPS. The jump from 1440p Low to 1080p Low is only 89.9 FPS (from 204.4 to 294.3), and the jump from 1440p Medium to 1080p Medium is 86.2 FPS. This compression of gains at the top end—where the frame rate should nearly double from 1440p to 1080p if purely GPU-bound—points directly to the CPU as the ceiling.

The data shows that the RTX 5080 is fully capable of pushing well beyond 294 FPS in this game, but the Ryzen 5 5600GT's 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 3.60 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost clock cannot feed the GPU fast enough at 1080p Low. The result is that the combo delivers playable frame rates at every resolution and setting, but the full potential of the GPU is only realized at 4K, where the rendering load gives the CPU breathing room.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 5600GT is a Zen 3 part (Cezanne) with 6 cores and 12 threads, a 16 MB L3 cache, and a 65 W TDP. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 17272 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2438 in single-core, with an average benchmark score of 20740. This places it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, directly competing with the Intel Core i7-10700 (deltaPct 0%), the Intel Core i5-12490F (deltaPct -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X (deltaPct 0.3%).

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role becomes evident when comparing the 1080p and 1440p results. The game is a stealth title that relies on complex AI and physics, which taxes the CPU heavily. At 1080p Low, the combo records 294.3 FPS, but the RTX 5080 is capable of far more, as evidenced by the fact that it can reach 107.6 FPS at 4K Low—a resolution four times denser. The delta between the two is 186.7 FPS, but the GPU should theoretically produce a much larger gap if it were the bottleneck.

The 6-core, 12-thread design is sufficient for most modern games, but Hitman 2's engine appears to scale with single-thread performance and core count. The 5600GT's single-thread score of 2438 in Cinebench R23 is respectable, yet the data suggests the CPU is hitting its limit around the 294 FPS mark at 1080p Low. At 1080p Ultra, the frame rate drops to 136.1 FPS, which is a 46% reduction from Low, indicating that the GPU is now under more load but the CPU is still not fully saturated.

The fact that the combo ranks 99th out of 1795 tested combinations suggests that the CPU is holding the GPU back in a meaningful way. The RTX 5080's nearest rivals (Intel Arc A570M at 1.6% delta, Intel Arc Pro A60 at -1.9% delta) have much lower average benchmark scores, yet this combo still lands in the top percentile for the game. This implies that the 5600GT, while not a top-tier CPU, provides enough single-thread performance to keep the GPU fed at most settings, except at the very lowest 1080p presets.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Hitman 2?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. The data shows 4K High delivers 61 FPS, 4K Medium reaches 81.8 FPS, and 4K Low hits 107.6 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 48.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: 1440p offers the best balance. At 1440p High, the combo delivers 114.5 FPS, and even 1440p Ultra maintains 85.9 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS mark and provides a smooth experience without requiring the lowest settings.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: The data suggests yes. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 294.3 FPS, but the RTX 5080 is capable of much higher frame rates, as seen by the 107.6 FPS at 4K Low. The frame rate gains from 1440p Low to 1080p Low are only 89.9 FPS, which is smaller than expected if the GPU were the only constraint.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600GT compare to similar CPUs?

A: It is within 0.5% of the Intel Core i7-10700, Intel Core i5-12490F, and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in average benchmark score. This means the 5600GT is a solid mid-range option that performs on par with these rivals in synthetic tests.

Q: What settings should I use for a 60 FPS experience at 4K?

A: Use Medium settings, which produce 81.8 FPS at 4K. High settings yield 61 FPS, but the extra headroom from Medium ensures stability. Ultra settings at 4K are not recommended, as they fall to 48.7 FPS.

Q: Is the 5600GT paired with the RTX 5080 a balanced combination?

A: The combo ranks 99th out of 1795 tested, indicating it is in the top 5.5%. However, the CPU limits performance at 1080p, so the pairing is best suited for 1440p or 4K gaming where the GPU is more heavily utilized.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data points to 1440p High or 1440p Medium as the sweet spot. At 1440p High, the combo delivers 114.5 FPS, which is smooth for a stealth game and leaves headroom for demanding scenes. 1440p Medium reaches 153.3 FPS, providing an even higher refresh rate without sacrificing visual quality significantly.

At 4K, Medium is the recommended preset. It produces 81.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target and offers better visual fidelity than Low (107.6 FPS) without the 48.7 FPS penalty of Ultra. High at 4K is acceptable at 61 FPS, but it leaves no margin for frame drops.

At 1080p, the combo is CPU-limited, so the choice of settings has less impact on frame rate than at higher resolutions. 1080p High at 179.4 FPS is a reasonable choice, as it provides excellent visual quality while still maintaining a very high frame rate. Ultra at 136.1 FPS is also playable, but the visual gains over High are marginal for the performance cost.

The worst choice is 4K Ultra, which falls to 48.7 FPS. This preset is not recommended for this combo. Similarly, 1080p Low at 294.3 FPS is excessive for a 60 Hz or 144 Hz monitor, and the visual quality is poor. The data suggests that users should prioritize Medium or High settings at 1440p or 4K to get the best balance of visual fidelity and performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination ranks 99th out of 1795 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the top 5.5% of all configurations tested, which is an exceptional result. The RTX 5080's average benchmark score of 59188 (89th percentile) and the 5600GT's score of 20740 (78th percentile) combine to produce a system that excels in this title.

The ranking is notable because the CPU is not a top-tier part. The 5600GT's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-10700 (0% delta), Intel Core i5-12490F (-0.3% delta), and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X (0.3% delta), all of which are mid-range or older high-end parts. Yet the combo still outperforms 96.5% of tested systems in Hitman 2. This indicates that the RTX 5080's raw power dominates the game's engine, and the 5600GT provides sufficient support to avoid major bottlenecks.

The GPU's nearest rivals (Intel Arc A570M at 1.6% delta, Intel Arc Pro A60 at -1.9% delta, Intel Arc A580 at 2.5% delta, AMD Radeon Pro W5500X at 2.6% delta) all have significantly lower average benchmark scores, which further highlights how the RTX 5080 carries this combo to the top tier. In terms of game-specific performance, the ranking confirms that this is a high-end configuration capable of running Hitman 2 at high frame rates across most resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table summarizes the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 61.0 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 107.6 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 81.8 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 48.7 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 114.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 204.4 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 153.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 85.9 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 179.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 294.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 239.5 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 136.1 |

At 4K, the frame rate ranges from 48.7 FPS (Ultra) to 107.6 FPS (Low). The jump from Ultra to High (12.3 FPS) is modest, but the leap from High to Medium (20.8 FPS) is more significant, and Medium to Low (25.8 FPS) is the largest. This indicates that the game's Ultra preset is disproportionately costly at 4K.

At 1440p, the range is 85.9 FPS (Ultra) to 204.4 FPS (Low). The scaling is more linear, with each step down from Ultra to High (28.6 FPS), High to Medium (38.8 FPS), and Medium to Low (51.1 FPS) providing substantial gains. This resolution offers the best flexibility for matching frame rate targets.

At 1080p, the range is 136.1 FPS (Ultra) to 294.3 FPS (Low). The differences between presets are smaller in percentage terms: Ultra to High is 43.3 FPS, High to Medium is 60.1 FPS, and Medium to Low is 54.8 FPS. The maximum frame rate of 294.3 FPS is the highest recorded in the dataset, but the CPU limitation prevents the GPU from reaching its full potential, as evidenced by the diminishing returns between 1440p Low and 1080p Low.