Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers a highly capable Hitman 2 experience, but the data reveals a distinct performance ceiling defined by the graphics card. Across all tested resolutions, the combo ranks 577th out of 3001 tested combinations, placing it in the top 20% of all systems. The benchmark results show a clear pattern: at 1080p the CPU provides ample headroom, while at 4K the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with frame rates falling below the 60 FPS threshold at higher settings.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael) using a 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration places the processor in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. In direct comparison, it sits within 0.3% of rivals like the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% delta), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (0.2% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (-0.2% delta), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (0.3% delta). This indicates the CPU is a mid-to-high-tier performer, but not an outlier in either direction.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is primarily to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic data. The benchmark data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 255 FPS average, which is the highest measured value across all configurations. This suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution and setting, as the frame rate is likely limited by the GPU's raw throughput. However, the CPU's single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is sufficient for the game's stealth-based AI and physics calculations. The processor's 12 threads also handle background tasks and the game's multi-threaded rendering pipeline without issue, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765.

The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is particularly relevant for Hitman 2, which features large, dense levels with many NPCs and interactive objects. The cache helps reduce memory latency, allowing the CPU to quickly access frequently used data. The processor supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is more than adequate for the game's memory demands. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 24 lanes provides high bandwidth for the GPU, though the RX 7900 XT uses PCIe 4.0 x16, so the extra bandwidth is not fully utilized.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the primary constraint in most scenarios. At 1440p High, the system delivers 92 FPS, which is a 36.5% drop from 1080p High's 145 FPS. This scaling pattern suggests that as resolution increases, the GPU becomes more stressed, while the CPU maintains consistent performance. The CPU's percentile ranking of 83 indicates it is above average, and its nearest rivals show similar performance, confirming that the 7400F is a well-balanced partner for the RX 7900 XT in this game.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best performance the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + RX 7900 XT combo achieves in Hitman 2?

A: The highest average frame rate measured is 255 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the peak performance point for this combination, indicating the system is capable of very high frame rates when graphical fidelity is reduced.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems in Hitman 2?

A: The combination ranks 577th out of 3001 tested combos, placing it in the top 19.2% of all systems tested. This is a strong result, indicating that this hardware pairing is well above average for this game.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings achieve an average of 122 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 68 FPS. This represents a 44.3% performance reduction when switching from Medium to Ultra, showing a significant cost for the highest visual quality.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU become the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the frame rates drop from 87 FPS at Low to 36 FPS at Ultra. The steep decline across settings indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution, as the CPU's performance headroom cannot compensate for the increased rendering load.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS values recorded at 1080p Medium?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 162 and the maximum is 220, with an average of 191 FPS. The narrow range between min and max suggests consistent frame pacing, which is beneficial for gameplay smoothness.

Q: How does the CPU's benchmark performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T with a score of 32707 (0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H with 32812 (-0.2% delta). These differences are negligible, indicating the CPU performs on par with its direct competitors.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 145 FPS at 1080p to 92 FPS at 1440p, then to 49 FPS at 4K. This represents a 36.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 66.2% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep, with a 46.7% reduction in frame rate. This non-linear pattern is characteristic of GPU-bound scenarios, where the pixel count increase (from 3.7 million pixels at 1440p to 8.3 million at 4K) overwhelms the graphics card's fill rate and memory bandwidth.

At Low settings, the scaling is less severe but still pronounced. The system achieves 255 FPS at 1080p, 163 FPS at 1440p, and 87 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 36.1%, and from 1080p to 4K is 65.9%. The similarity in percentage drops across settings (around 36% for 1080p to 1440p and 66% for 1080p to 4K) suggests that the GPU is consistently the limiting factor, regardless of the graphical preset. The CPU's role is relatively constant, as it provides enough throughput to avoid becoming a bottleneck even at lower resolutions.

The RX 7900 XT's specifications support this interpretation. With 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 320-bit bus, the card offers 800.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. At 4K, this bandwidth is taxed heavily, especially at higher settings that require more texture and shader data. The GPU's boost clock of 2394 MHz and 5376 shading units provide substantial compute power, but the 4K pixel count demands more than the card can deliver at playable frame rates for Ultra settings (36 FPS). The data shows that the GPU's performance ceiling is around 87 FPS at 4K Low, which is still playable, but the card is clearly not designed for max settings at this resolution in Hitman 2.

The scaling analysis confirms that the CPU is not the primary constraint. The Ryzen 5 7400F's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to keep up with the game's logic at all tested resolutions, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate drops that track with GPU load. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would plateau or drop less significantly at higher resolutions, but the data shows a steady decline that matches the GPU's rendering workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 255 FPS
• Medium: Average 191 FPS, minimum 162, maximum 220
• High: Average 145 FPS
• Ultra: Average 106 FPS

At 1080p, the system demonstrates exceptional performance. Even at Ultra settings, the average frame rate of 106 FPS is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The jump from Low to Medium (255 to 191 FPS) is a 25.1% reduction, while Medium to High (191 to 145 FPS) is a 24.1% reduction. The step from High to Ultra (145 to 106 FPS) is a 26.9% reduction. The consistency of these percentage drops suggests that each settings tier adds a similar amount of rendering overhead. The Medium preset shows a min-to-max range of 162 to 220 FPS, indicating stable frame delivery with no major stutters.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 163 FPS
• Medium: Average 122 FPS, minimum 104, maximum 141
• High: Average 92 FPS
• Ultra: Average 68 FPS

At 1440p, the system remains highly capable. Low settings deliver 163 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive play. Medium settings provide 122 FPS with a min of 104 and max of 141, showing a 37 FPS spread. High settings drop to 92 FPS, which is still smooth, while Ultra settings fall to 68 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS target. The transition from High to Ultra (92 to 68 FPS) is a 26.1% reduction, consistent with the 1080p pattern. The Medium preset's 104 FPS minimum is particularly noteworthy, as it indicates the system can maintain playable frame rates even during intense scenes.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 87 FPS
• Medium: Average 65 FPS, minimum 55, maximum 75
• High: Average 49 FPS
• Ultra: Average 36 FPS

At 4K, the system's limitations become apparent. Low settings achieve 87 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 65 FPS with a minimum of 55 FPS, which may cause noticeable dips. High settings fall to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, and Ultra settings plummet to 36 FPS, which is not ideal for a stealth game requiring precision. The Medium preset's min-to-max range (55 to 75 FPS) shows a 20 FPS spread, indicating variability that could affect gameplay. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for this combo, while 4K Low is the only setting that consistently delivers above 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination ranks 577th out of 3001 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places the system in the top 19.2% of all tested configurations, which is a strong result. The rank is derived from the aggregate performance across all measured resolutions and settings, providing a holistic view of the combo's capabilities. A rank of 577 indicates that the system outperforms the majority of tested hardware pairings, but there are still 576 combos that achieve higher overall performance.

The rank is particularly impressive when considering the CPU's position in the market. The Ryzen 5 7400F sits in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs, and its nearest rivals show negligible performance differences (within 0.3%). This suggests that the CPU is not a weak link in the combo, and the rank is largely driven by the GPU's performance. The RX 7900 XT, however, only ranks in the 55th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13745. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 660M (-0.5% delta), NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile (-0.5% delta), AMD Radeon RX 570X (-0.9% delta), and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT (1.5% delta). This indicates that the GPU is a mid-tier performer in the overall GPU landscape, yet the combination still achieves a top 20% ranking in Hitman 2, suggesting the game is well-optimized for this hardware.

The rank of 577 out of 3001 also reflects the game's specific demands. Hitman 2 is a stealth title with large, detailed environments, but it is not as demanding as some modern AAA shooters. The RX 7900 XT's 20 GB of memory and 800 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to handle the game's textures and geometry at most settings, and the CPU's 6 cores are enough for the game's AI and physics. The combo's rank would likely be lower in a more CPU-intensive game, but for Hitman 2, this pairing is well-balanced. The data shows that the system is capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K being the only resolution where the GPU's limitations are exposed.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and performance priorities. At 1080p, all settings presets deliver playable frame rates, with even Ultra achieving 106 FPS average. For the smoothest experience, Medium settings at 1080p provide 191 FPS with a minimum of 162 FPS, ensuring no frame drops below the refresh rate of most high-end monitors. This preset offers a balance between visual quality and performance, with the min-to-max range (162-220 FPS) indicating stable delivery. High settings at 1080p (145 FPS) are also viable, but the 31.6% reduction from Medium to High may not justify the visual improvement for competitive players. Ultra settings at 1080p (106 FPS) are playable but the 26.9% drop from High suggests diminishing returns.

At 1440p, Medium settings provide the best overall experience with 122 FPS average and a 104 FPS minimum. This preset maintains frame rates well above 60 FPS, making it ideal for most users. High settings at 1440p (92 FPS) are also acceptable, but the 24.6% reduction from Medium may be noticeable during fast-paced action. Ultra settings at 1440p (68 FPS) are borderline, with the average just above 60 FPS, but the lack of min/max data for this preset suggests caution. Low settings at 1440p (163 FPS) are unnecessary for most users, as the visual quality loss is significant compared to Medium.

At 4K, the recommendation is more constrained. Low settings (87 FPS) are the only preset that consistently delivers above 60 FPS, making it the default choice for 4K gaming. Medium settings (65 FPS average, 55 FPS minimum) are playable but may exhibit occasional stutters in demanding scenes. High settings (49 FPS) and Ultra settings (36 FPS) are not recommended, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold and may compromise gameplay responsiveness. For users who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, Medium settings at 4K offer the best compromise, with the 55 FPS minimum providing a mostly smooth experience. However, for the most consistent performance, Low settings at 4K are the safe choice, with the 87 FPS average leaving headroom for demanding scenes.