Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a highly capable Hitman 2 experience, with benchmark results showing a clear path to smooth gameplay across most resolutions. The data indicates that this pairing is well-balanced for the stealth title, though the most demanding settings at 4K will challenge the GPU. The measured frame rates reveal a predictable scaling pattern, with the CPU providing ample headroom for the graphics card to operate efficiently.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a 60 FPS average?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 60.4 FPS. For a more comfortable margin above 60 FPS, 1920x1080 at High delivers 97.3 FPS, while Medium settings at 1440p reach 81.9 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Hitman 2?

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (56.5 FPS) approach playable frame rates. Medium settings drop to 42.1 FPS, High to 33.7 FPS, and Ultra falls to 25.7 FPS, making 4K viable only for less demanding configurations.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 23181 places it within 0.7% of the Intel Arc B580 and 0.8% of the AMD Radeon 760M. It trails the AMD Radeon RX 6600M by 0.6% and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti by 0.7%.

Q: What is the performance gap between Ultra and Low settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the jump from Ultra (74.2 FPS) to Low (170.4 FPS) represents a 129.6% increase in average frame rate. Medium settings provide a middle ground at 127 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The data suggests no significant bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 5600X scores 78th percentile among all CPUs, and frame rates scale consistently with resolution changes, indicating the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher settings.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking among tested systems?

A: This pairing ranks 1048th out of 1795 tested combos for Hitman 2, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the 2560x1440 High preset (60.4 FPS) is the recommended starting point. This configuration provides a smooth experience that is playable on standard 60Hz monitors. For users with high-refresh-rate displays, 1920x1080 at Medium settings (127 FPS) offers a significant performance boost while retaining moderate graphical quality. The data shows that High settings at 1080p (97.3 FPS) is the optimal choice for competitive play or for users who prioritize frame rate consistency over maximum detail.

At 4K resolution, the measured results indicate that the GPU is the limiting factor. The Low preset (56.5 FPS) is the only playable option, but it requires substantial visual compromises. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering resolution to 1440p for a better experience, as the jump from 4K Low to 1440p High (60.4 FPS) yields a noticeable improvement in visual quality with comparable frame rates. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as it reduces performance by over 25% compared to High settings across all tested resolutions while offering marginal visual gains.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, providing strong single-threaded performance that is crucial for Hitman 2's game logic and AI calculations. The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and 7 nm process node contribute to its efficiency, with a TDP of 65 W.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5600X scores 917 in 3dmark_single_thread and 5588 in 3dmark_max_threads, demonstrating robust multi-threaded capabilities. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18578 and single-core score of 2622 indicate that the processor has ample headroom for gaming workloads. The CPU's 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its strong position in the market.

For Hitman 2, the CPU's performance is more than sufficient. The measured frame rates show consistent scaling from 1080p to 1440p, with only a moderate drop at 4K, which points to the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The 5600X's 12 threads allow it to handle background tasks and game engine overhead without impacting frame delivery. Compared to its nearest rivals, the 5600X sits within 0.5% of the Intel Core i5-12490F and 0.3% of the Intel Core i7-10700 in average benchmark scores, indicating that CPU performance is not a differentiating factor in this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1048th out of 1795 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places the system in the upper 42% of all tested configurations, which is a respectable position given the hardware's mid-range market positioning. The ranking reflects the balanced nature of this pairing, where neither component severely limits the other.

The combo's performance is consistent with its component-level statistics. The CPU's 78th percentile ranking and the GPU's 66th percentile ranking suggest that the system is well-matched, with the GPU being the slightly weaker link. The measured frame rates across all settings and resolutions confirm this analysis, as the system delivers playable performance at 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K.

The rank of 1048 out of 1795 indicates that there are 747 combos that perform better, likely featuring higher-end GPUs or CPUs. However, the 5600X + RTX 4060 pairing outperforms the majority of tested systems, making it a solid choice for Hitman 2 at mainstream resolutions. The data shows that the system is capable of handling the game's stealth mechanics and complex environments without stuttering or frame drops.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1830 MHz and boosts to 2460 MHz, with a TDP of 115 W. Its 3072 shading units and 48 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s.

The GPU's 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs reflects its mid-range positioning. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 19545 in passmark_g3d and 2302 in 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12, demonstrating solid DirectX 12 performance. The RTX 4060's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (0.6% faster) and the Intel Arc B580 (0.7% slower), showing that the GPU is competitive within its class.

For Hitman 2, the GPU is the primary determinant of performance. The measured frame rates show a clear correlation between resolution and average FPS, with the GPU becoming increasingly stressed at higher pixel counts. At 1920x1080, the GPU can push 170.4 FPS on Low settings, but this drops to 74.2 FPS on Ultra. The 8 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, though the 25.7 FPS result at 4K Ultra suggests that memory bandwidth and capacity become limiting factors at extreme resolutions. The GPU's performance scales predictably with settings, providing users with a wide range of options to tailor the experience to their display capabilities.