Hitman 2

# Hitman 2 with AMD Ryzen 7 5700X + Intel Arc B570

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a playable but demanding experience in Hitman 2, with the combo ranking 2399th out of 3001 tested configurations. The data shows a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p with adjusted settings, but struggles to maintain smooth frame rates at 4K. The CPU sits in the 79th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands in the 65th percentile, suggesting a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other in most scenarios.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Vermeer) using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and boosts up to 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration sits on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with dual-channel DDR4 memory support and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5700X demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13,184 points and the 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,858 both indicate substantial parallel processing headroom. The single-thread performance is more modest, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,499 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 921. The Geekbench results reinforce this pattern: 10,779 multicore versus 2,016 single-core. This profile suggests the CPU can handle Hitman 2's threaded workload without becoming the primary constraint, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU has more headroom.

The CPU's benchmark average of 27,578 places it in the 79th percentile of all processors. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12600K with an identical average score of 27,578 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X at 27,636 (-0.2% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 at 27,535 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H at 27,507 (0.3% delta). These margins are negligible, meaning the 5700X trades blows with modern mid-range and previous-generation high-end chips.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role becomes evident in the frame rate scaling across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system produces 123 FPS average, which is the highest measured result in the dataset. As resolution increases, the frame rates drop, indicating the GPU begins to take over as the limiting factor. The 5700X's 16 threads provide ample headroom for Hitman 2's AI and simulation systems, preventing CPU-bound stutters even in dense crowd scenarios typical of the game's sandbox levels.

The processor's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and PCIe Gen 4 support (20 lanes from the CPU) ensure the Arc B570 receives data without significant interface bottlenecks. The 32 MB L3 cache is particularly relevant for gaming workloads, as it reduces the frequency of main memory accesses. PassMark data compression (323,610) and integer math (92,749) scores further underscore the CPU's ability to handle the background tasks Hitman 2 runs alongside rendering.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is a Battlemage-generation GPU (Arc 5 series) built on the Xe2-HPG architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process. The chip, designated BMG-G21, contains 19,600 million transistors across a 272 mm² die. The GPU operates at a fixed 2500 MHz base and boost clock, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The shader configuration includes 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines, with 18 ray tracing cores.

The B570's compute capabilities include 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 23.04 TFLOPS of FP16 (at a 2:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate is 360.0 GTexel/s. The card draws 150 W TDP and requires a 450 W power supply, connected via a single 8-pin connector. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface and offers display outputs of 1x HDMI 2.1a and 3x DisplayPort 2.1. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

In benchmarks, the B570 achieves a PassMark G3D score of 14,195 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 83,514. The Vulkan score of 96,844 is notably higher than OpenCL, which aligns with Hitman 2's Vulkan rendering path potential. The GPU sits in the 65th percentile of all graphics cards with an average benchmark score of 20,556. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20,534, 0.1% delta), Intel Arc A750 (20,582, -0.1% delta), NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20,480, 0.4% delta), and AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20,662, -0.5% delta).

The 10 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Hitman 2 at 1080p and 1440p, where texture-heavy scenes in locations like Miami or Mumbai require substantial memory. At 4K, the memory bandwidth of 380 GB/s becomes a potential limiting factor, as evidenced by the steep FPS drop at that resolution. The fixed 2500 MHz clock means the GPU operates at a consistent frequency, which helps maintain predictable performance, though thermal management in a dual-slot design may influence sustained boost behavior.

The B570's DirectX 12 Ultimate support is relevant since Hitman 2 can leverage DX12 features. The 18 ray tracing cores provide future-proofing, though Hitman 2's implementation is limited. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides adequate bandwidth for the 10 GB frame buffer, though it may marginally impact performance compared to x16 slots in bandwidth-intensive scenarios.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1080p as the most capable resolution. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 123 FPS average, and even at High settings it maintains 70 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 79 FPS (Low) to 33 FPS (Ultra), while 4K drops to 42 FPS (Low) and 18 FPS (Ultra). For consistent smoothness, 1080p is recommended.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700X compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12600K?

A: The two processors have identical average benchmark scores of 27,578, representing a 0% delta. This means in synthetic tests, they perform essentially equally. The 5700X achieves this with 8 cores and 16 threads, while the comparison is based purely on the aggregate score.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B570 a better performer than the Intel Arc A750?

A: According to the benchmark data, the B570 scores 20,556 on average, while the Arc A750 scores 20,582. The A750 is 0.1% faster, which is a negligible difference. In practical terms, these two GPUs perform within a margin that would be imperceptible in real gameplay.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows 59 FPS average at 1440p Medium, with a minimum of 50 FPS and maximum of 68 FPS. This is the only 1440p setting besides Low that achieves above 60 FPS average, making it a viable choice for smoother gameplay.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance at 1080p Low settings?

A: At 1080p Low, the system reaches 123 FPS average, which is the highest in the dataset. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multicore of 13,184) provides enough headroom that the GPU is likely the limiting factor even at this low settings preset.

Q: How does the 4K performance compare across settings?

A: At 4K, the frame rates are: Low 42 FPS, Medium 32 FPS (with 27-36 FPS range), High 24 FPS, and Ultra 18 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra represents a 57% reduction in frame rate, indicating the GPU is heavily stressed at this resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce 123 FPS average, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 93 FPS average with a range of 79-106 FPS, providing smooth gameplay with additional visual fidelity. High settings maintain 70 FPS average, still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold for most displays. Ultra settings drop to 52 FPS average, which is playable but may feel less responsive in fast-paced stealth sequences.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings achieve 79 FPS average, which remains fluid. Medium settings hit 59 FPS average with a 50-68 FPS range, placing it right at the edge of the 60 FPS target. High settings manage 45 FPS average, which is adequate for slower-paced exploration but may stutter during intense action. Ultra settings fall to 33 FPS average, making this combination less desirable for competitive or fast gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. Low settings produce 42 FPS average, which is a marginal experience. Medium settings drop to 32 FPS average with a range of 27-36 FPS, indicating noticeable frame pacing issues. High settings yield only 24 FPS average, and Ultra settings plummet to 18 FPS average. The 4K results clearly show that this hardware combination is not suited for high-resolution gaming in Hitman 2 without significant compromises.

The Medium settings at each resolution provide the most complete data, showing minimum and maximum frame rates. At 1080p, the 79-106 FPS range indicates a stable experience. At 1440p, the 50-68 FPS range shows more variability, suggesting occasional dips below the smooth threshold. At 4K, the 27-36 FPS range demonstrates significant inconsistency, which would be perceptible as stuttering.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K reveals the system's scaling characteristics. At Low settings, the drop from 123 FPS (1080p) to 79 FPS (1440p) represents a 36% reduction, and further to 42 FPS (4K) shows an additional 47% drop from 1440p. This pattern indicates a GPU-bound scenario where the rendering resolution directly impacts performance.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 93 FPS at 1080p, 59 FPS at 1440p (37% reduction), and 32 FPS at 4K (46% reduction from 1440p). High settings show 70 FPS at 1080p, 45 FPS at 1440p (36% reduction), and 24 FPS at 4K (47% reduction). Ultra settings follow the same trend: 52 FPS at 1080p, 33 FPS at 1440p (37% reduction), and 18 FPS at 4K (45% reduction).

The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings suggests that resolution scaling is the dominant factor, with the GPU being the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. The CPU's performance remains relatively constant regardless of resolution, as evidenced by the 3DMark multi-thread scores. The 5700X's 16 threads and 32 MB L3 cache ensure that the simulation and AI systems are not the bottleneck even at 4K.

However, the fact that 1080p Low achieves 123 FPS while 1080p Ultra drops to 52 FPS indicates that the GPU is also the limiting factor at lower resolutions when settings are increased. The B570's 10 GB VRAM and 380 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p but become strained at 4K, where the pixel throughput demands exceed the GPU's 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate in practical terms.

The 4K results specifically highlight the GPU's limitations. Even at Low settings, 42 FPS is below the 60 FPS target, and the Ultra preset at 18 FPS is effectively unplayable. This pattern indicates that the Arc B570 is not designed for 4K gaming in demanding titles like Hitman 2, and users should target 1080p or 1440p for acceptable performance.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience in Hitman 2 with this hardware, the data suggests prioritizing 1080p with Medium or High settings. At 1080p Medium, the system achieves 93 FPS average, which provides excellent smoothness while retaining moderate visual quality. The 79-106 FPS range ensures minimal stuttering. For those seeking higher visual fidelity, 1080p High at 70 FPS average remains a strong choice, offering a good balance between appearance and responsiveness.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 59 FPS average represent the best compromise. While slightly below the 60 FPS target, the 50-68 FPS range means most of the experience is smooth, with occasional dips that are less noticeable in Hitman 2's slower-paced stealth gameplay. Low settings at 79 FPS average provide a more consistent experience if frame rate is prioritized over visual quality.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution. At 1080p, it drops to 52 FPS average, which introduces noticeable input latency. At 1440p, 33 FPS average is borderline, and at 4K, 18 FPS is unplayable. The visual improvements from Medium to Ultra do not justify the frame rate cost, given the performance penalties observed.

For 4K, the data suggests that even Low settings (42 FPS) do not provide a satisfactory experience. Users with 4K displays should either reduce resolution to 1440p or accept the significant performance compromises. The Medium preset at 4K (32 FPS) demonstrates that the GPU cannot handle the pixel throughput required, making this resolution impractical for this configuration.

The measured data indicates that the best overall experience is at 1080p Medium or High, depending on whether frame rate or visual quality is the priority. The 1440p Medium option serves as a reasonable middle ground for users with higher-resolution displays who can tolerate slightly lower frame rates. The system's ranking of 2399th out of 3001 combos underscores that while this hardware is capable, it does not represent a top-tier configuration for Hitman 2 at high resolutions.