Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D pairs with the Intel Arc B390 in Hitman 2 to produce a combo that ranks in the 11th percentile of all tested configurations. This is a system where the processor is a high-end desktop part with a strong legacy, while the graphics solution is an integrated part aimed at mobility. The benchmark results show a significant bottleneck at the GPU, with frame rates that are playable only at the lowest settings and resolutions.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform and features a base clock of 3.40 GHz with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. This CPU is built on TSMC's 7 nm process node and includes a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, a defining characteristic of the 5800X3D that benefits gaming workloads by reducing memory latency. Its memory support is DDR4 with a dual-channel bus, providing a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The processor supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, and it has a TDP of 105 W. The data shows this is an end-of-life product with a launch MSRP of $449.

In terms of raw computational power, the 5800X3D posts scores that place it at the 80th percentile against all CPUs. Its multi-threaded performance is robust, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11765. Single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2017. In the 3DMark suite, its 16-thread score is 7299, while its single-thread score is 884. These benchmarks indicate a processor that was a top-tier gaming chip at its release, capable of feeding even the most powerful discrete graphics cards.

However, in this specific Hitman 2 configuration, the CPU's potential is largely untapped. The measured frame rates are dictated by the GPU, not the processor. For instance, at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 80 FPS, which is the highest average frame rate recorded. This is a scenario where the CPU is not the limiting factor, but as settings and resolution increase, the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The 5800X3D's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, the Intel Core i9-10900K, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, and the Intel Core i5-12600KF. The Ryzen 7 6800U has an identical average score, while the Core i9-10900K is 0.1% faster, the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is 0.1% slower, and the Core i5-12600KF is 0.3% faster. These minimal deltas reinforce that the 5800X3D sits in a well-populated performance tier, but its performance headroom is irrelevant here because the graphics solution cannot keep pace.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process node. It features a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. A critical specification for this GPU is its memory configuration: it uses "System Shared" memory, meaning it has no dedicated VRAM and instead relies on the system's main memory. Its memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which implies that performance can vary based on the host system's RAM speed and configuration.

The Arc B390 has 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 24 raster output units (ROPs). It also includes 12 ray tracing cores. Its compute capabilities are rated at 7.680 TFLOPS for FP32 and 15.36 TFLOPS for FP16 (2:1). The pixel rate is 60.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 120.0 GTexel/s. With a TDP of 80 W, it is designed to be a power-efficient solution for portable devices, as indicated by its "IGP" slot width and "Portable Device Dependent" display outputs.

The performance data for the Arc B390 is stark. Its average benchmark score is 1482, placing it at the 9th percentile of all GPUs. This is an extremely low score, indicating that the integrated solution is far outpaced by nearly all discrete graphics cards. The nearest rivals in the database are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710. The GT 520MX is 1.3% slower, the GeForce 800M is 1.5% slower, the GT 625 OEM is 2.5% slower, and the GT 710 is 2.7% slower. These are all very old, low-end parts, which puts the Arc B390 in a similar performance class. In Hitman 2, this GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The CPU is ready to deliver high frame rates, but the Arc B390's limited fill rate and reliance on shared system memory prevent it from doing so.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 80 FPS. Moving to 1440p at Low settings, the average frame rate drops to 51 FPS, a 36% decrease. At 4K with Low settings, the frame rate falls to 27 FPS, a further 47% drop from 1440p. This steep decline in performance as resolution increases is a clear indicator that the Arc B390 is the limiting component. The GPU's workload increases with the number of pixels, and its fixed compute and memory bandwidth are quickly saturated.

The pattern is consistent across all settings. At Medium settings, the frame rates are 60 FPS at 1080p, 39 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 4K. At High settings, the numbers are 46 FPS at 1080p, 29 FPS at 1440p, and 16 FPS at 4K. Finally, at Ultra settings, the frame rates are 34 FPS at 1080p, 21 FPS at 1440p, and 11 FPS at 4K. In every case, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, and the drop to 4K is even more severe. This scaling behavior is typical of a GPU that is overwhelmed by the rendering load. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat across resolutions, as the CPU's workload does not change with resolution. The data shows the opposite, confirming that the Arc B390's performance is the primary constraint on this system.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combos for Hitman 2, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and the Intel Arc B390 ranks 2662 out of 3001 combinations. This places it in the bottom 11% of all tested systems. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's weak performance. While the CPU is a high-performing part, the overall system's capability in this game is defined by the graphics solution. The data shows that the 5800X3D is capable of producing high frame rates in other contexts, but when paired with the Arc B390, the system's overall ranking is dragged down significantly. This is a clear case where a powerful processor is paired with an underpowered graphics solution, resulting in a system that is not suitable for high-end gaming at demanding settings. The combo's rank suggests that there are many other combinations of CPUs and GPUs that will provide a much better experience in Hitman 2.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured frame rate data for Hitman 2 with this combo is detailed below, showing average FPS for each tested configuration. Minimum and maximum FPS are only provided for the Medium settings at each resolution.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: 11 FPS average
• High: 16 FPS average
• Medium: 21 FPS average (min 17, max 24)
• Low: 27 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: 21 FPS average
• High: 29 FPS average
• Medium: 39 FPS average (min 33, max 44)
• Low: 51 FPS average

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: 34 FPS average
• High: 46 FPS average
• Medium: 60 FPS average (min 51, max 69)
• Low: 80 FPS average

The data shows that the only configuration that achieves a consistently smooth, playable experience is 1080p with Low settings, which hits 80 FPS. The 1080p Medium setting is also close to the playable threshold at 60 FPS, but the minimum frame rate of 51 FPS suggests there could be occasional stutter. At 1440p, the system struggles, with only the Low setting reaching 51 FPS, which is borderline. The 4K results are uniformly poor, with no configuration reaching even 30 FPS. The frame rate deltas between settings are large; for example, at 1080p, Ultra is 34 FPS while Low is 80 FPS, a 135% difference. This indicates that the GPU is so constrained that reducing the graphical load has a massive impact on performance.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Analyzing the measured rows, the data clearly indicates that the best experience is achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. This is the only configuration that provides a frame rate above 60 FPS, with an average of 80 FPS. This level of performance is necessary for a smooth, responsive experience in a stealth action game like Hitman 2, where precise movements and quick reactions are important. While the Medium preset at 1080p also averages 60 FPS, its minimum frame rate of 51 FPS introduces a risk of noticeable drops below the refresh rate of a standard 60 Hz monitor, which could be disruptive.

For users who want a better visual experience than Low, the 1080p Medium setting is the next step, but it comes with a 25% reduction in average frame rate compared to Low. The High and Ultra presets at 1080p are not recommended, as they dip to 46 FPS and 34 FPS respectively, which will feel less fluid and may impact gameplay. At higher resolutions, the situation is worse. At 1440p, the Low preset is the only option that approaches playability at 51 FPS, but it is still below the ideal 60 FPS target. The 1440p Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below 40 FPS, which is generally considered too low for a smooth gaming experience. The 4K presets are effectively unplayable, with all average frame rates below 30 FPS. Therefore, the data supports a single clear recommendation: play Hitman 2 with this hardware at 1080p with the Low settings preset to ensure the best balance of performance and playability. Any increase in resolution or graphical fidelity will result in a significant and detrimental impact on the frame rate.