Hitman 2

# Hitman 2 — AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti delivers a capable but resolution-sensitive experience in Hitman 2, with measured frame rates ranging from 204 FPS at 1080p Low down to 29 FPS at 4K Ultra. This combination ranks in the 64th percentile of all tested combos for this game, indicating a solid mid-to-high tier performer that excels at lower resolutions but struggles to maintain smooth gameplay at 4K with maximum settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic GPU-bound scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1080p High, the combo delivers 116 FPS average, which drops to 74 FPS at 1440p High — a 36% reduction. Moving to 4K High, the average falls to 39 FPS, representing a 66% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 3070 Ti becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, with the Ryzen 5 7500F providing ample headroom.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced at Ultra settings. The 1080p Ultra average of 85 FPS drops to 55 FPS at 1440p Ultra (a 35% decrease) and further to 29 FPS at 4K Ultra (a 66% decrease from 1080p). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings presets strongly suggests that the GPU's rendering throughput, rather than CPU limitations, dictates performance as pixel count increases.

At Low settings, the resolution scaling tells a different story. The 1080p Low result of 204 FPS is exceptionally high, dropping to 131 FPS at 1440p Low (36% decrease) and 70 FPS at 4K Low (66% decrease from 1080p). The fact that even at Low settings the percentage drops remain consistent indicates that the game's rendering pipeline is heavily pixel-bound, and the 8 GB GDDR6X memory buffer with 608.3 GB/s bandwidth may also contribute to the performance ceiling at 4K.

The data shows that 1440p represents a sweet spot for this combination, with High settings maintaining 74 FPS and Medium reaching 98 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings (70 FPS) achieve playable frame rates, while Medium (52 FPS) and High (39 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider the minimum for smooth gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F brings six cores and twelve threads based on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This processor, built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, demonstrates strong single-threaded performance with a 3DMark single-thread score of 974 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3218.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU at most settings, but its capabilities ensure that frame rates are not artificially capped at lower resolutions. The 1080p Low result of 204 FPS indicates the processor can feed the graphics card well beyond typical display refresh rates. The 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate data throughput for the game's simulation and AI workloads.

The CPU's multithreaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22799 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 6379, ensures that Hitman 2's background simulation tasks do not bottleneck the rendering pipeline. The processor ranks in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24964, placing it competitively against rivals like the Intel Core i7-11850H (deltaPct 0.1) and AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (deltaPct -0.2).

The 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier suggest the CPU can sustain boost clocks during extended gaming sessions without thermal throttling, though the data does not include temperature measurements. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6376, nearly identical to the max-threads score of 6379, indicates that the six physical cores with simultaneous multithreading are fully utilized without significant scaling penalties.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, based on the Ampere architecture with the GA104 chip, serves as the primary performance driver in this combination. Its 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth, while the 6144 shading units, 192 TMUs, and 96 ROPs deliver substantial rasterization throughput. The boost clock of 1770 MHz and FP32 performance of 21.75 TFLOPS position this GPU in the 75th percentile of all graphics cards.

The GPU's influence is most evident in the 4K results, where the 29 FPS Ultra average and 39 FPS High average demonstrate the limits of its memory bandwidth and compute capacity at high pixel counts. The 8 GB VRAM capacity may also become a constraint at 4K Ultra, where texture data and geometry can exceed this buffer, though the measured data does not include VRAM usage statistics.

At 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 3070 Ti shows its strength. The 1440p Medium result of 98 FPS with minimum 83 FPS and maximum 113 FPS indicates consistent frame pacing, while the 1080p Low result of 204 FPS showcases the GPU's raw throughput when not limited by other factors. The 339.8 GTexel/s texture rate and 169.9 GPixel/s pixel rate provide ample fill for Hitman 2's detailed environments at these resolutions.

The GPU's benchmark performance, with a PassMark G3D score of 23356 and an average benchmark score of 29945, places it in direct competition with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (deltaPct 0.1) and AMD Radeon RX 6800 (deltaPct -0.5). The 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores, while not heavily utilized in Hitman 2's traditional rasterization pipeline, contribute to the card's overall feature set, including DirectX 12 Ultimate support.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings vary significantly by target resolution. At 1080p, High settings provide 116 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra delivers 85 FPS — still a smooth experience. For users prioritizing maximum visual fidelity at 1080p, Ultra is viable, though the 31 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the visual improvement for all users.

At 1440p, Medium settings offer the best balance with 98 FPS average and a minimum of 83 FPS, ensuring consistent performance. High settings at 1440p drop to 74 FPS, which remains playable but with less headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra at 1440p falls to 55 FPS, dipping below the 60 FPS ideal, making Medium or High the recommended presets for this resolution.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Low settings achieve 70 FPS, providing a playable experience, while Medium drops to 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 FPS — borderline for smooth gameplay. High and Ultra at 4K, at 39 FPS and 29 FPS respectively, are not recommended for competitive or fast-paced play. The data suggests that 4K users should either accept Low or Medium settings or consider reducing resolution to 1440p for higher quality presets.

The Medium preset consistently shows the narrowest gap between average and minimum FPS across all resolutions, suggesting it provides the most stable frame delivery. At 1080p Medium, the 153 FPS average with 130 FPS minimum and 176 FPS maximum indicates excellent consistency, making it a safe choice for users who prioritize smoothness over absolute visual quality.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 1341 out of 3711 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the 64th percentile of all combinations. This ranking reflects a system that performs above average but is not at the top tier, consistent with the mid-range positioning of both components.

The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking among all graphics cards suggest that this combo's in-game percentile is slightly lower than either component's individual standing. This discrepancy indicates that the game's performance is influenced by factors beyond raw component strength, such as memory bandwidth, driver optimization, and the specific demands of Hitman 2's engine.

Compared to other combinations in the database, this setup outperforms 64% of tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier. The 1080p results, particularly the 204 FPS Low and 116 FPS High, demonstrate that this combo can deliver high-refresh-rate experiences at standard resolutions. However, the 4K Ultra result of 29 FPS shows that it falls short of top-tier combinations that can maintain 60+ FPS at maximum settings in 4K.

The rank suggests that users with this combo should focus on 1080p or 1440p gaming for optimal results, as the system's capabilities align with high-refresh-rate 1080p or high-fidelity 1440p rather than 4K gaming. The combination's position in the database reflects a balanced pairing where neither component significantly bottlenecks the other at typical gaming resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Hitman 2?

A: 1440p with Medium settings provides the best balance, achieving 98 FPS average with a minimum of 83 FPS, while 1080p High delivers 116 FPS for higher refresh rates.

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

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which achieve 70 FPS average. Medium settings drop to 52 FPS, while High and Ultra fall to 39 FPS and 29 FPS respectively, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, Low settings achieve 204 FPS average while Ultra drops to 85 FPS, representing a 119 FPS difference or approximately 58% reduction in performance.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti compare to its nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti's average benchmark score of 29945 is 0.1% higher than the RTX 5070 Mobile (29928) and 0.5% lower than the Radeon RX 6800 (30095), placing it in a tight competitive cluster.

Q: What are the minimum FPS values for the Medium preset across resolutions?

A: The Medium preset shows minimum FPS of 130 at 1080p, 83 at 1440p, and 44 at 4K, with corresponding averages of 153, 98, and 52 FPS respectively.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary limiter at 4K, as frame rates drop by 66% from 1080p to 4K regardless of settings, while the CPU's strong single-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3218) suggests it can keep pace with the GPU's output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1080p (1920x1080):

• Low: 204 FPS average
• Medium: 153 FPS average, 130 FPS minimum, 176 FPS maximum
• High: 116 FPS average
• Ultra: 85 FPS average

1440p (2560x1440):

• Low: 131 FPS average
• Medium: 98 FPS average, 83 FPS minimum, 113 FPS maximum
• High: 74 FPS average
• Ultra: 55 FPS average

4K (3840x2160):

• Low: 70 FPS average
• Medium: 52 FPS average, 44 FPS minimum, 60 FPS maximum
• High: 39 FPS average
• Ultra: 29 FPS average

The measured data shows a consistent pattern across all settings presets: the transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 36%, and the transition from 1440p to 4K reduces them by an additional 47%. This geometric scaling confirms that the RTX 3070 Ti's rendering throughput is the dominant factor in determining performance, with the Ryzen 5 7500F providing sufficient CPU headroom even at the highest frame rates measured.