Hitman 2

# Hitman 2 with AMD Ryzen 7 5700X + Intel Arc B370

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a highly constrained gaming experience in Hitman 2, where the integrated GPU becomes the overwhelming bottleneck at every resolution and settings combination. The data shows a system that can approach playable frame rates only at 1080p with Low settings, while higher resolutions and quality presets quickly degrade to slideshow territory. The Arc B370, operating as an integrated graphics solution with system-shared memory, delivers performance that ranks in the 5th percentile among all tested GPUs, and the measured results in Hitman 2 reflect that bottom-tier positioning.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate collapse from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and tells a clear story about where the limiting component sits. At 1080p Low, the combo averages 73 FPS, which drops to 46 FPS at 1440p Low and further to 25 FPS at 4K Low. That represents a 66% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at the lowest settings. The scaling is similarly steep at Medium settings: 54 FPS at 1080p, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 19 FPS at 4K. High settings follow the same trajectory with 41 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and 14 FPS at 4K.

This resolution scaling pattern indicates that the Intel Arc B370's render throughput is saturated even at 1080p, and the additional pixel count at higher resolutions overwhelms its limited shading units, TMUs, and ROPs. The GPU has only 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units, with a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. Those figures are extremely modest for modern gaming, and the measured FPS drops are consistent with a GPU that is running at its absolute limits regardless of CPU headroom.

The Ryzen 7 5700X is not the constraint here. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, boosted by a 4.60 GHz clock, provide more than enough processing power for a 2018 stealth title. The frame rate deltas between resolutions are far larger than what a CPU bottleneck would produce; instead, the pattern shows the Arc B370 struggling to fill frames as pixel counts rise. At 4K Ultra, the combo manages just 10 FPS, which is a 86% drop from the 1080p Low result. That kind of collapse is the signature of a GPU that is completely overwhelmed by memory bandwidth limitations, since the Arc B370 relies on system-shared memory with system-dependent bandwidth rather than dedicated VRAM.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3001 tested CPU-GPU combinations for Hitman 2, this pairing ranks 2768th. That places it in the bottom 8% of all tested combos, a positioning that aligns with the Arc B370's 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The combo rank of 2768 out of 3001 means that only 233 tested combinations perform worse in this game, making this one of the least capable setups in the entire benchmark database for Hitman 2.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the overall benchmark database illustrate its performance class: the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which is 0.2% above the Arc B370's 1184, while the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, 0.5% above. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, 0.7% above, and the AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% below. These rivals are all legacy or mobile parts from over a decade ago, and the Arc B370 sits squarely in their performance envelope despite being a modern integrated GPU on a 3 nm process.

The CPU side tells a different story. The Ryzen 7 5700X ranks in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27578. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12600K at an identical 27578 average score with a 0% delta, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 at 27535 with a 0.2% delta, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X at 27636 with a -0.2% delta, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H at 27507 with a 0.3% delta. The CPU is competitive with modern mid-range and even some high-end parts, but it is paired with a GPU that drags the entire system down to the bottom of the rankings.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the defining component in this pairing, and its specifications explain why the Hitman 2 results are so poor. This GPU is built on Intel's Xe3-LPG architecture, fabricated on a 3 nm process at Intel, and operates as an integrated graphics processor (IGP) with a 25 W TDP. It has no dedicated VRAM; instead, it uses system-shared memory with system-dependent bandwidth, which is a severe limitation for a game like Hitman 2 that benefits from fast memory access.

The clock speeds are low for gaming workloads: the base clock is 300 MHz, and the boost clock reaches 2400 MHz. That boost clock is respectable for an integrated part, but the 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 12.29 TFLOPS of FP16 performance are modest figures that cap the GPU's ability to process geometry and effects. The 10 ray tracing cores are present, but they are largely irrelevant at these performance levels, since the GPU cannot sustain playable frame rates even without ray tracing enabled.

The GPU's benchmark results reinforce its weak standing. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, the Arc B370 scores 1184, which places it in the 5th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals, as noted, are all legacy parts from the early 2010s, and the delta percentages are all within 1.4% of the Arc B370's score. This is not a GPU that is close to competing with modern discrete graphics cards; it is a part that is barely matching decade-old integrated and low-end discrete solutions.

The 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate and 96.00 GTexel/s texture rate are the key numbers for understanding the Hitman 2 results. At 1080p, the pixel rate is sufficient to fill about 73 frames per second at Low settings, but the texture rate becomes a limiting factor as settings increase. At Ultra settings, the combo drops to 30 FPS at 1080p, indicating that the GPU's texture mapping units are saturated by the higher-quality textures and effects. At 4K, the pixel rate is completely inadequate, with the GPU managing only 10 FPS at Ultra and 14 FPS at High.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. Low settings produce an average of 73 FPS, which is the only fully playable result in the entire dataset. Medium settings drop to 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS, which is playable but with noticeable frame pacing issues. High settings average 41 FPS, which is borderline for a stealth game where smooth camera movement matters. Ultra settings average 30 FPS, which is at the edge of playability but with significant compromises in visual quality already made.

At 2560x1440, the performance degrades substantially. Low settings average 46 FPS, which is still technically playable but with a noticeable reduction from the 1080p result. Medium settings average 35 FPS with a minimum of 30 FPS and a maximum of 40 FPS, which is stuttery and not ideal for a game that requires precise timing. High settings average 26 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable play. Ultra settings average 19 FPS, which is essentially unplayable.

At 3840x2160, the results are uniformly poor. Low settings average 25 FPS, which is below playable. Medium settings average 19 FPS with a minimum of 16 FPS and a maximum of 21 FPS, which is a slideshow. High settings average 14 FPS, and Ultra settings average 10 FPS. None of these 4K results are viable for actual gameplay.

The minimum and maximum FPS data, available only for Medium settings, show tight ranges that indicate consistent performance rather than spikes. At 1080p Medium, the range is 46 to 63 FPS; at 1440p Medium, it is 30 to 40 FPS; at 4K Medium, it is 16 to 21 FPS. These narrow ranges suggest that the GPU is consistently saturated and not experiencing thermal or driver-related spikes. The performance is steady but always low.

Settings Recommendations

The data points to a single viable configuration for this combo in Hitman 2: 1080p with Low settings, which delivers an average of 73 FPS. This is the only measured result that clears the 60 FPS threshold, and it does so with enough headroom to suggest a stable experience. The 1080p Medium preset, at 54 FPS average, is the second-best option, and it may be acceptable for players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, but the minimum of 46 FPS indicates that demanding scenes will dip below 50 FPS.

At 1440p, even Low settings at 46 FPS average are below the ideal range for a stealth action game. The 1440p Medium result of 35 FPS is too low for smooth gameplay, and the 1440p High and Ultra results are not worth considering. At 4K, no settings preset produces a playable result, with the best case being Low at 25 FPS.

The measured rows suggest that players should accept the visual compromise of 1080p Low to achieve a smooth experience. The 73 FPS result at 1080p Low is more than double the 1080p High result of 41 FPS, and the jump from Low to Medium at 1080p costs 19 FPS, which is a 26% reduction. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 59% frame rate drop, from 73 FPS to 30 FPS, which is a steep price for the extra visual fidelity.

For players who insist on higher resolutions, the data offers no good options. The 1440p Low result of 46 FPS is the only 1440p setting that approaches playability, but it requires dropping to the lowest quality preset. The 4K results are uniformly below 30 FPS, making 4K gaming with this combo impractical for Hitman 2.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Hitman 2 at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, but only at 1080p with Low settings, where it averages 73 FPS. At 1080p Medium, it drops to 54 FPS, and no other resolution or settings combination achieves 60 FPS.

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 as the only viable resolution. At 1440p, the best result is 46 FPS on Low settings, and at 4K, the best result is 25 FPS on Low settings.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 (0.2% higher), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% higher), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% higher), and the AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168 (1.4% lower).

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700X the bottleneck in this system?

A: No. The CPU ranks in the 79th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 27578, which is competitive with parts like the Intel Core i5-12600K (27578, 0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (27636, -0.2% delta). The GPU, ranking in the 5th percentile, is the limiting component.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured result is an average of 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 FPS and a maximum of 40 FPS. This is below the threshold for smooth gameplay in a stealth title.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested Hitman 2 configurations?

A: It ranks 2768th out of 3001 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations tested for this game.