Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers a compelling Hitman 2 experience, characterized by extremely high frame rates at 1440p and 1080p, while 4K Ultra demands significant compromises. The benchmark data reveals a system where the GPU is the clear limiting factor at higher settings, while the 7500F's six Zen 4 cores provide ample headroom at lower resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes it against other tested combos, and offers specific settings guidance based solely on the gathered data.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate impact of resolution scaling is dramatic, showing a clear progression from 1080p to 2160p. At the "High" preset, the average frame rate drops from 190 FPS at 1920x1080 to 121 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 36.3%. Moving to 4K (3840x2160) at the same setting, the average is 65 FPS, which is merely 34.2% of the 1080p performance. This steep drop indicates that at 4K, the rendering load has become heavily reliant on the GPU's raw throughput.

The "Low" preset shows an even more pronounced scaling. At 1080p, the average is 334 FPS. At 1440p, it drops to 214 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 114 FPS. The 1080p to 4K drop is a 220 FPS difference, which is a 65.9% performance reduction. This is the largest absolute drop across all presets, suggesting that even with the simplest rendering loads, the GPU limits the frame rate at higher resolutions, as the CPU is not the constraint.

For the "Medium" preset, the average frame rates are 251 FPS at 1080p, 160 FPS at 1440p, and 85 FPS at 4K. The 1080p to 4K reduction is 166 FPS, or 66.1%. The "Ultra" preset shows a similar trend: 140 FPS at 1080p, 89 FPS at 1440p, and 48 FPS at 4K. The 1080p to 4K drop is 92 FPS, a 65.7% reduction.

Across all presets, the resolution scaling to 4K consistently results in a frame rate that is roughly one-third of the 1080p result. This indicates that the performance is strongly GPU-limited at 4K, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 being the limiting component. The consistent proportional drop, regardless of preset, suggests that the game's rendering demands scale linearly with pixel count, and the GPU is the primary bottleneck in 4K. At 1080p, the high frame rates across all presets, even "Ultra" at 140 FPS, indicate that the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is capable of feeding the GPU adequately, preventing a CPU bottleneck.

GPU Role

The GPU plays a central role in determining the final frame rates, especially at higher resolutions. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. This large memory pool and high bandwidth are crucial for handling the high-resolution textures and detailed environments of "Hitman 2" at 4K, where the average frame rates are robust.

The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 2235 MHz and a boost of 2520 MHz, contribute to its computational throughput. The memory clock is listed as 1313 MHz, with an effective data rate of 21 Gbps. These specifications, combined with 16,384 shading units, 512 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs, provide the raw processing power. The GPU also has 128 dedicated ray-tracing cores and 512 tensor cores, which are features for modern gaming workloads.

In the benchmark results, the RTX 4090's performance is evident. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 9223. In Geekbench, it scores 255,416 in OpenCL and 271,631 in Vulkan. For DirectX APIs, the Passmark scores are 224 for DirectX 10, 326 for DirectX 11, 150 for DirectX 12, and 397 for DirectX 9. The 2D test yields 1299, while the 3D test yields 38,194. Finally, the GPU compute test scores 26,613.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 60,347, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, according to the data, include the Intel Arc Pro A60 with a delta of 0%, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 with a delta of 0.3%, the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M with a delta of -2.5%, and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 with a delta of 2.9%. These comparisons show that the RTX 4090 is a high-performing card, but also that its closest competitors are a mix of professional and consumer-grade parts.

The GPU's role in "Hitman 2" is clear from the measured data. At 4K Ultra, the average frame rate is 48 FPS, which is the lowest result in the dataset. This is not due to a CPU limitation, as at 1080p Low, the system achieves 334 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's rendering capabilities are the limiting factor when pushing pixel count and graphical fidelity. The 24 GB of VRAM is not a bottleneck in this scenario, as the game is not demanding enough to fill it, but the core performance of the AD102 chip is what ultimately determines the frame rate at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is ranked 129th out of 3,711 tested combinations for "Hitman 2". This places it in the top 3.48% of all tested systems, indicating a very high-performance pairing.

This high rank is a result of the GPU's immense power combined with the CPU's solid single- and multi-threaded performance. The CPU's benchmarks show a strong showing, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2374 and a multi-core score of 12,362. In Cinebench R23, it achieves 3,218 single-core and 22,799 multi-core. The 3DMark scores are 974 for single-thread and 6,379 for 16 threads. These scores confirm that the Ryzen 5 7500F is a capable processor for gaming.

The GPU's raw power, as seen in its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9,223, is a major contributor. This is a high score for a single GPU, and the GPU's Passmark G3D score of 38,194 is also impressive. The combination of a high-performing GPU with a capable CPU ensures that the system can handle both the graphics rendering and the game's logic, which is a critical factor in a stealth game with complex AI.

The rank of 129 out of 3,711 reflects the system's balance. It is not the absolute top, which is often occupied by systems with the most expensive and latest hardware, but it is a very high rank. It indicates that the system will provide a smooth and high-frame-rate experience, which is a key requirement for a game like "Hitman 2" where precise timing is essential. The combination is 3.48% from the top, showing that only a small fraction of tested systems can offer a better experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the "High" preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance at 1440p and 1080p. At 1440p, the "High" preset delivers an average of 121 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. For 1080p, the average at "High" is 190 FPS, which is extremely smooth. In contrast, the "Ultra" preset at 1440p drops to 89 FPS, which is still playable, but the "High" setting provides a significant frame rate boost with likely minimal visual differences.

At 4K, the "High" preset yields an average of 65 FPS. This is a playable frame rate for a stealth game, but "Medium" at 85 FPS is a better choice for a smoother experience. The "Ultra" preset at 4K drops to 48 FPS, which may be less desirable for a game that requires quick reactions. The "Low" preset at 4K is 114 FPS, which is high performance, but the visual compromise is substantial.

The "Medium" preset is a solid choice for 4K, with an average of 85 FPS and a minimum of 73 FPS. This is a more consistent performance than "High" and "Ultra" at this resolution. For 1440p and 1080p, "Medium" also offers very high frame rates (160 FPS and 251 FPS, respectively). However, "High" is recommended for these resolutions because the frame rates are still very high (121 FPS and 190 FPS), and the visual fidelity is better.

In summary, the "High" preset is the best overall choice for 1440p and 1080p. For 4K, the "Medium" preset is recommended, as it provides a good frame rate with a minimum of 73 FPS, which is a stable experience. "Ultra" should be avoided at 4K, as the 48 FPS average is not ideal for a game that requires precision.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a detailed breakdown of the measured frame rates for all tested settings and resolutions.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 334 FPS
• Medium: Average 251 FPS, Minimum 213 FPS, Maximum 288 FPS
• High: Average 190 FPS
• Ultra: Average 140 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p)**

• Low: Average 214 FPS
• Medium: Average 160 FPS, Minimum 136 FPS, Maximum 184 FPS
• High: Average 121 FPS
• Ultra: Average 89 FPS

3840x2160 (4K)**

• Low: Average 114 FPS
• Medium: Average 85 FPS, Minimum 73 FPS, Maximum 98 FPS
• High: Average 65 FPS
• Ultra: Average 48 FPS

The data shows a clear progression: as resolution and settings increase, the frame rate decreases. The highest measured average is 334 FPS at 1080p Low, while the lowest is 48 FPS at 4K Ultra. The "Medium" preset at all resolutions shows a minimum and maximum frame rate, indicating a stable range of performance. The "Low" and "High" presets for 1080p and 4K do not have minimum/maximum values in the provided data, but the average is still informative.

The frame rates at 1080p are exceptionally high, even at "Ultra" (140 FPS), which confirms the system's power. The 1440p results are also very strong, with "Ultra" at 89 FPS and "High" at 121 FPS. The 4K results show a need for careful settings. "Ultra" at 48 FPS is the only result below 60 FPS, which is a common target for smooth gameplay. The "Medium" preset at 4K, with an average of 85 FPS, is a solid choice for 4K gaming, offering a good balance between visual quality and responsiveness.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this game with this hardware?

A: The 2560x1440 resolution provides an excellent experience, with "High" settings averaging 121 FPS. At 1920x1080, the "High" preset averages 190 FPS. For 4K, the "Medium" preset is a better choice, with an 85 FPS average.

Q: Should I use the "Ultra" preset for the best graphics?

A: The "Ultra" preset is available, but it comes with a performance cost. At 1440p, it averages 89 FPS, and at 4K, it averages 48 FPS. For a smoother experience, the "High" or "Medium" presets are recommended, especially at 4K.

Q: Is the RTX 4090's 24 GB of VRAM enough for "Hitman 2"?

A: The benchmark data indicates that the VRAM is not a bottleneck. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR6X memory is more than sufficient for this game, as the system is capable of high frame rates even at 4K.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F perform in this game?

A: The CPU is a strong performer, as shown by its benchmark scores. In the game, it is not a bottleneck at 1080p and 1440p, as the frame rates are very high. Its performance is comparable to the Intel Core i7-11850H and AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, according to the near rivals data.

Q: What is the performance of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 compared to other GPUs?

A: The RTX 4090 has an average benchmark score of 38,194 and is in the 88th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Arc Pro A60 (0% difference) and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 (0.3% difference). This indicates it is a top-tier GPU, though not the absolute fastest in every test.

Q: What is the system's overall ranking for "Hitman 2"?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 129th out of 3,711 tested system combinations for the game. This places it in the top 3.48% of all tested systems.