Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 43rd out of 1795 tested combinations in Hitman 2, placing it in the top 2.4% of all tested systems. This is a remarkably strong position for a processor that was released in 2022, paired with a graphics card from 2025. The data suggests this combo sits at the upper echelon of performance for this title, though it is not the absolute fastest configuration possible. The combination leverages the 5800X3D's large L3 cache and the RTX 5090's raw compute power to deliver frame rates that are competitive with much newer platform pairings.

How This Combo Ranks

The 43rd place ranking out of 1795 combos is a strong indicator of overall capability, but the story is more nuanced when examining the individual component benchmarks. The CPU holds an 83rd percentile ranking against all CPUs, which is solid but not elite. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 8024P (0.1% slower), Intel Core i9-11900K (0.1% slower), AMD Ryzen 5 7600 (0.2% faster), and Intel Core i9-12900HK (0.4% faster). These are all extremely close margins, meaning the 5800X3D is essentially performance-equivalent to a wide range of modern processors in synthetic benchmarks.

The GPU, however, is a different story. The RTX 5090 sits in the 94th percentile against all GPUs, with its nearest rival being the RTX 5090 D (0.1% slower), followed by the RTX 5050 Mobile (0.2% slower). The gap widens significantly to the AMD Radeon PRO W6600 (1.3% slower) and NVIDIA CMP 40HX (1.6% faster). This indicates the GPU is doing the heavy lifting in this combo, and its high percentile ranking is the primary driver of the strong overall position in Hitman 2. The data implies that while the CPU is not a bottleneck, it is also not the star of this pairing.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data reveals clear tiers of playability across settings presets. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 282.5 FPS, Medium 254.5 FPS, High 195.8 FPS, and Ultra 147.1 FPS. All of these are far above the 60 FPS threshold, making any preset viable for smooth gameplay at this resolution. The jump from High to Ultra costs roughly 25% of the frame rate, which is a significant trade-off for visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the story remains positive. Low preset delivers 222.2 FPS, Medium 169.2 FPS, High 124.7 FPS, and Ultra 90.4 FPS. The Ultra preset still maintains a comfortable frame rate above 90 FPS, suggesting that this resolution with maximum settings is the sweet spot for this combo. At 4K, the situation changes dramatically. Ultra drops to 50.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for many gamers. High at 4K delivers 66.9 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium 4K at 91.1 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for 4K displays.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals important insights about where the bottleneck lies. At Ultra settings, the frame rate drops from 147.1 FPS at 1080p to 90.4 FPS at 1440p, then to 50.7 FPS at 4K. This represents a 65.5% drop from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the drop is from 282.5 FPS at 1080p to 222.2 FPS at 1440p, then to 121.5 FPS at 4K, a 57% reduction.

The fact that even at Low settings the 4K frame rate (121.5 FPS) is less than half of the 1080p frame rate indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor. If the CPU were the constraint, we would expect to see similar frame rates across resolutions at lower settings. The data shows a consistent scaling pattern that tracks with pixel count, suggesting the RTX 5090's raw fill rate and bandwidth are being taxed by the higher resolutions, while the 5800X3D's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at all tested resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of running Hitman 2 at 4K with maximum settings?

A: At 4K Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average of 50.7 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS threshold, so while it is technically playable, it may not meet the expectations of gamers seeking smooth 4K gameplay. For a more consistent experience, the Medium preset at 4K offers 91.1 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5090 has an average benchmark score of 84,306. Its nearest rival is the RTX 5090 D with a score of 84,241, which is 0.1% slower. The RTX 5050 Mobile is also 0.2% slower, while the AMD Radeon PRO W6600 is 1.3% slower.

Q: What is the CPU's performance ranking relative to other processors?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X3D ranks in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs. It is essentially tied with the AMD EPYC 8024P and Intel Core i9-11900K (both 0.1% slower), while the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is 0.2% faster and the Intel Core i9-12900HK is 0.4% faster.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 90.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target and provides the best visual quality. The High preset at 124.7 FPS is also excellent for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual detail.

Q: How much performance is lost when going from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the frame rate drops from 195.8 FPS at 1080p to 124.7 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 66.9 FPS at 4K. This represents a 65.8% reduction from 1080p to 4K.

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for this game?

A: The RTX 5090 comes with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus with 1.79 TB/s bandwidth. This is more than sufficient for Hitman 2, as the game's requirements are far below this capacity, allowing for maximum texture quality without any memory constraints.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant force in this combination, with 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. Its boost clock of 2407 MHz and base clock of 2017 MHz enable a pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS indicates massive compute capability, which directly translates to the high frame rates observed in Hitman 2's varied environments.

The 32 GB of GDDR7 VRAM on a 512-bit bus provides 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. This is particularly relevant for Hitman 2, which features large, detailed levels with many dynamic elements. The GPU's 94th percentile ranking against all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 84,306, confirm that this is one of the most powerful graphics cards available. The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at all resolutions, with the scaling from 1080p to 4K indicating that the RTX 5090's capabilities are being fully utilized.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D provides the foundation for this combo with 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 (Vermeer) architecture. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, combined with 96 MB of shared L3 cache, make it well-suited for gaming workloads. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 26,574 show it is a capable processor, though not at the very top of the charts.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks reveals its strengths. In Cinebench R23, it scores 24,063 in multicore and 3,397 in single-core. The Geekbench multicore score of 11,061 and single-core score of 2,116 further illustrate its capabilities. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,299 and max-thread score of 7,285 show consistent scaling across thread counts. The data indicates that the 5800X3D is not a bottleneck in Hitman 2, as its 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to keep the RTX 5090 fed at all tested settings and resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates across all 12 tested configurations provide a comprehensive picture of this combo's performance in Hitman 2:

At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 282.5 FPS, Medium delivers 254.5 FPS, High reaches 195.8 FPS, and Ultra settles at 147.1 FPS. This shows that even at the most demanding settings, the combo can drive high-refresh-rate 1080p monitors with ease.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces 222.2 FPS, Medium returns 169.2 FPS, High delivers 124.7 FPS, and Ultra achieves 90.4 FPS. The scaling is consistent, with each preset tier costing approximately 30-40 FPS relative to the previous one.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset drops to 121.5 FPS, Medium reaches 91.1 FPS, High manages 66.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 50.7 FPS. This represents the most significant performance impact, with Ultra being the only configuration that fails to reach the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that for 4K gaming, the Medium preset at 91.1 FPS offers the best balance between visual quality and smoothness, while High at 66.9 FPS remains viable for those who prioritize visual fidelity.