Hitman 2

This combo pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 for Hitman 2. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions but capable of very high refresh rates at 1080p. The measured results indicate that this pairing ranks in the 560th position out of 1795 tested combos for this game, placing it in the upper third of all configurations. This ranking suggests a well-balanced setup where the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios, though the 4K Ultra results show the limits of the graphics card.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo achieves a rank of 560 out of 1795 tested combinations for Hitman 2. This position, roughly in the 69th percentile of all tested systems, reflects a strong but not top-tier standing. The ranking is driven by the RTX 3080's performance, which sits at the 80th percentile among all GPUs, while the Ryzen 7 5700 holds an 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The data suggests that in this specific title, the graphics card is the primary determinant of the overall combo rank, as the CPU's percentile is slightly higher.

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 5700 posts an average benchmark score of 27220. This puts it just 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27043, and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-12700H at 27006. The margins are tight, with the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 trailing by 1.2% with a score of 26909. These small deltas indicate that the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo's ranking; the GPU's performance relative to its own rivals is more influential. The RTX 3080's average benchmark score of 35787 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon Pro Duo at 35860, a difference of -0.2%, and it is 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon 880M. The data shows that the combo's rank is effectively a function of the GPU's strong standing, as the CPU is statistically tied with its closest competitors.

FAQ

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

A: At 1440p with High settings, the combo averages 80.6 FPS, which is comfortably above 60. At 4K with Medium settings, the average drops to 60.8 FPS, making it the lowest resolution/settings combination that still clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p Low to 4K Ultra?

A: The average frame rate falls from 226.6 FPS at 1080p Low to 32.6 FPS at 4K Ultra. This represents a reduction to roughly 14% of the initial frame rate, showing the immense strain 4K Ultra places on the RTX 3080.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700 strong enough to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 3080 in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate yes. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with its 84th percentile ranking, are sufficient to keep the GPU fed. The steady performance scaling from Low to Ultra settings suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The average FPS drops from 80.6 on High to 60.9 on Ultra at 1440p. This is a 19.7 FPS difference, which is a significant cost for the visual upgrade that Ultra provides.

Q: Does the measured data suggest this combo can handle 4K gaming?

A: It can handle 4K at Medium settings with an average of 60.8 FPS, but High and Ultra settings fall to 43.1 FPS and 32.6 FPS respectively. For a smooth 4K experience, players would need to stick to Medium or lower settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p for high-refresh-rate monitors?

A: The data shows excellent results. At 1080p with High settings, the average FPS is 131.6, and with Low settings, it reaches 226.6 FPS. This makes the combo well-suited for 144Hz or even 240Hz displays at this resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 226.6 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low reduces this to 143.6 FPS, a drop of 83 FPS. At 4K Low, the average falls to 78.9 FPS. This pattern shows that the RTX 3080 is the limiting component, as the frame rate reductions closely track the increase in pixel count. The CPU's role is less prominent; if it were the bottleneck, the frame rates would be more consistent across resolutions.

The scaling factor from 1080p Low to 4K Low is a reduction to 34.8% of the original frame rate. For High settings, the drop from 131.6 FPS to 43.1 FPS is a reduction to 32.8%. This consistency indicates that the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints. The RTX 3080's 10 GB of GDDR6X memory and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 4K, but the raw shader throughput of 29.77 TFLOPS is what limits performance. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to push frame rates beyond 200 FPS, but at 4K, the GPU is fully saturated. This is a well-balanced pairing for 1440p gaming, where the GPU is still the main limiting factor but the frame rates remain high enough for a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. For players targeting 60 FPS, the optimal settings depend on resolution. At 4K, Medium settings provide an average of 60.8 FPS, which just meets the target. High settings at 4K drop to 43.1 FPS, which is not smooth enough for most players. At 1440p, High settings deliver 80.6 FPS, offering a good balance of quality and speed. Ultra at 1440p still achieves 60.9 FPS, making it viable for those who prioritize image quality over higher refresh rates.

For 1080p, the choice is less constrained. High settings give 131.6 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. Ultra at 1080p yields 95.9 FPS, still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The data suggests that the "best" experience is at 1440p High, as it provides a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining a frame rate high enough for a 144Hz monitor. The 32.6 FPS result at 4K Ultra is the only configuration that falls below playable thresholds, indicating that Ultra settings are reserved for lower resolutions. The recommendation is to prioritize High settings at 1440p for the best combination of visuals and performance, as the jump to Ultra provides diminishing returns while costing significant frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low settings yield 78.9 FPS, Medium yields 60.8 FPS, High yields 43.1 FPS, and Ultra yields 32.6 FPS. The progression shows a steep drop as settings increase, with a 46.3 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the results are substantially higher. Low settings produce an average of 143.6 FPS, Medium produces 109.5 FPS, High produces 80.6 FPS, and Ultra produces 60.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 82.7 FPS, showing that the GPU has more headroom at this resolution. The 1440p Ultra result of 60.9 FPS is nearly identical to the 4K Medium result of 60.8 FPS, indicating that the visual settings have a similar impact to a resolution change.

At 1920x1080, the combo excels. Low settings average 226.6 FPS, Medium averages 172.6 FPS, High averages 131.6 FPS, and Ultra averages 95.9 FPS. Even at Ultra, the frame rate is well above the 60 FPS target. The data shows that the RTX 3080 is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, with the CPU keeping pace to allow for 226.6 FPS on Low settings. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p results in a 130.7 FPS reduction, which is the largest absolute drop across all resolutions, but the starting point is so high that the Ultra result remains playable.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a Zen 3 architecture processor based on the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The CPU's cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. This specification set is well-suited for gaming, as the high boost clock and substantial L3 cache help maintain consistent frame times.

In the context of Hitman 2, the CPU's role is to feed the RTX 3080 with draw calls and game logic. The benchmark results show that the CPU does not become a bottleneck until frame rates exceed 200 FPS. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 226.6 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is nearing its limit, but the GPU is still the primary driver of performance. The CPU's benchmark scores reinforce this: it achieves a single-thread score of 901 in 3DMark and a multi-thread score of 6617 in the max threads test. The Cinebench R23 results show a single-core score of 2916 and a multi-core score of 20655.

The CPU's 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, combined with its average benchmark score of 27220, places it statistically in line with the Intel Core i9-9900K. The data indicates that for this game, the Ryzen 7 5700 provides ample processing power. The 16 threads are more than sufficient for Hitman 2's engine, which is not known for heavy multi-threading. The CPU's 65W TDP and AM4 socket compatibility make it a practical choice, but the performance data is what matters most: it allows the RTX 3080 to perform at its full potential in this title, particularly at 1440p and 4K where the GPU is the clear limiting factor.