Hitman 2

# Hitman 2 with AMD Ryzen 5 7600X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 914th out of 1,795 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing this configuration in the middle of the database. This pairing combines a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 processor with a Blackwell 2.0 GPU, and the measured frame rates across resolutions reveal a system that handles 1080p easily but struggles at 4K when visual fidelity is pushed. The data suggests a balanced pairing where the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3,406 in Cinebench R23 single-core) supports high frame rates at lower resolutions, while the GPU's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory becomes the limiting factor at higher settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 914 out of 1,795 places it in the 51st percentile of all tested combinations for Hitman 2. This middling position reflects the GPU's overall standing — the RTX 5060 sits at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs in the database — while the CPU ranks higher at the 83rd percentile among all processors. The discrepancy between component percentiles and the combo's mid-pack game rank indicates that Hitman 2's performance is heavily influenced by the GPU at higher settings, pulling the overall result below what the CPU alone would suggest.

Looking at the GPU's closest rivals in average benchmark score, the RTX 5060 (30,109 average) sits within 0.2% of the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (30,097) and nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 570 (30,158), which shows a -0.2% delta. The NVIDIA Tesla M60 (29,969) trails by 0.5%, while the RTX 5070 Mobile (29,928) is 0.6% behind. These narrow margins indicate that the RTX 5060's synthetic benchmark performance is competitive with a broad range of cards, but in Hitman 2 specifically, the measured frame rates tell a more nuanced story.

The CPU's nearest rivals show similarly tight clustering: the Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U (26,262 average) matches the 7600X (26,272) with a 0% delta, while the Ryzen 7 7735U (26,305) is -0.1% behind and the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE (26,320) trails by -0.2%. The Ryzen 7 5700X (26,214) edges ahead by 0.2%. This CPU-level parity means the 7600X is not the differentiator in game performance; instead, the GPU's behavior under Hitman 2's load determines where this combo lands.

FAQ

Q: Does the RTX 5060 bottleneck the Ryzen 5 7600X at 1080p?

A: No. At 1920x1080 Low, the combo reaches 180.3 FPS, and at High it still delivers 103.1 FPS. The CPU's single-thread score of 3,406 in Cinebench R23 and boost clock of 5.30 GHz are sufficient to feed the GPU at these frame rates.

Q: What is the largest frame rate drop when moving from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The drop is from 77.5 FPS at 1920x1080 Ultra to 24.7 FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra, a reduction of 52.8 FPS. This 68% decrease highlights the GPU's inability to maintain playable performance at 4K with maxed settings.

Q: Which setting preset provides the best balance of visual quality and performance at 1440p?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 delivers 66.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold while offering better visuals than Medium's 87.7 FPS. Ultra drops to 48 FPS, making High the optimal choice for smooth gameplay at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5060's average benchmark score of 30,109 is essentially tied with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT at 30,097 (0% delta). The AMD Radeon RX 570 scores 30,158, which is -0.2% relative to the RTX 5060.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Hitman 2 at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160 Medium, the combo achieves 44.8 FPS, but Ultra drops to 24.7 FPS. The data suggests the 8 GB GDDR7 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth struggle with the game's high-resolution textures at Ultra settings, as the frame rate collapses below playable levels.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded capability for this game?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600X scores 24,128 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 28,390 in PassMark multithread. With 6 cores and 12 threads, the processor provides ample headroom for Hitman 2's CPU demands, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear resolution scaling pattern that shifts the bottleneck from CPU at 1080p to GPU at 4K. At 1920x1080 Low, the combo produces 180.3 FPS, which drops to 114.9 FPS at 2560x1440 Low (a 36% reduction) and then to 63.4 FPS at 3840x2160 Low (a 45% reduction from 1440p). This steep decline at low settings indicates that even with minimal graphical load, the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

When examining the High preset, the scaling is more linear: 103.1 FPS at 1080p drops to 66.8 FPS at 1440p (35% reduction) and then to 33.5 FPS at 4K (50% reduction). The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic degradation: 77.5 FPS at 1080p falls to 48 FPS at 1440p (38% reduction) and then to 24.7 FPS at 4K (49% reduction). The consistent ~35-50% drops per resolution step suggest the GPU is the primary constraint across all settings, with the CPU's 5.30 GHz boost clock providing sufficient headroom even at the highest frame rates.

The data indicates that 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo, where the RTX 5060 can leverage its 19.18 TFLOPS FP32 performance to deliver smooth gameplay. At 1440p, the system remains playable on Low through High settings, but Ultra dips below 60 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings (63.4 FPS) achieve playable frame rates, while Medium (44.8 FPS), High (33.5 FPS), and Ultra (24.7 FPS) all fall short of smooth gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates its strongest performance across all settings. Low settings produce 180.3 FPS, Medium delivers 134.6 FPS, High achieves 103.1 FPS, and Ultra maintains 77.5 FPS. These figures show that even at maximum settings, 1080p gameplay remains fluid, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing a 102.8 FPS difference that allows users to trade visual fidelity for higher refresh rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are consistent: Low produces 114.9 FPS, Medium hits 87.7 FPS, High reaches 66.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 66.9 FPS, narrower than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is beginning to feel the pressure of additional pixels. The 48 FPS at Ultra is notably below the 60 FPS threshold, making this setting combination marginal for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance collapse is evident. Low settings yield 63.4 FPS, which is just above playable, but Medium drops to 44.8 FPS and High falls to 33.5 FPS. Ultra settings produce only 24.7 FPS, which is effectively unplayable for a stealth game requiring precise timing. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 38.7 FPS, the smallest spread across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is saturated regardless of settings at this resolution.

The progression across settings shows diminishing returns: at 1080p, the jump from Low to Medium costs 45.7 FPS, while at 4K the same jump costs only 18.6 FPS. This pattern underscores that the RTX 5060's 8 GB GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus are insufficient for 4K rendering, regardless of the quality preset.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gameplay, the Ultra preset at 77.5 FPS provides the best experience, as it delivers smooth performance while maximizing visual quality. The data shows that even at Ultra, there is a 22.5 FPS headroom above 60 FPS, allowing for consistent frame delivery without sacrificing fidelity. Users with high refresh rate monitors (120Hz+) should consider High at 103.1 FPS or Medium at 134.6 FPS for a more responsive experience.

At 1440p, the High preset at 66.8 FPS is the recommended choice, as it offers the best balance between visual quality and performance. Medium at 87.7 FPS is also viable for users who prioritize frame rate over graphical detail, but Ultra at 48 FPS should be avoided due to the sub-60 FPS average. The 6.8 FPS margin above 60 FPS at High provides a playable experience, though users may notice occasional dips in demanding scenes.

At 4K, only the Low preset at 63.4 FPS is recommended for playable performance. Medium at 44.8 FPS and High at 33.5 FPS are too slow for a game that requires precise aiming and timing, while Ultra at 24.7 FPS is entirely unsuitable. Users with 4K displays should either lower resolution to 1440p or accept the significant visual downgrade required by Low settings to maintain playability.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 7600X's specifications play a supporting role in this combo's Hitman 2 performance. With 6 cores, 12 threads, and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, the processor provides strong single-thread performance that is critical for game logic and AI. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,406 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,892 indicate that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's frame generation at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the 180.3 FPS at 1080p Low.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also relevant: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24,128 and PassMark multithread score of 28,390 show that the 6-core configuration handles Hitman 2's background tasks efficiently. However, the CPU's percentile ranking at 83% versus the GPU's 73% suggests that the processor has more headroom than the graphics card. This is reflected in the measured data, where the frame rate drops consistently with resolution increases, regardless of the CPU's capabilities.

The 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 5 nm process node contribute to the CPU's efficiency, but in Hitman 2, the GPU is clearly the performance limiter at resolutions above 1080p. The combo's mid-pack rank of 914 out of 1,795 suggests that while the CPU is well above average, the GPU's performance in this specific game holds the pairing back from higher rankings. Users seeking improved Hitman 2 performance should focus on GPU upgrades rather than CPU changes, as the 7600X provides ample processing power for this title.