Hitman 2

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT with the Intel Arc B580 in Hitman 2?

A: This combination ranks 1378 out of 1795 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the lower-mid tier of all tested systems for this title.

Q: At which resolution and settings does this combo achieve its highest average FPS?

A: The highest measured average is 140.3 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The same resolution with Medium settings yields 105.5 FPS, while High drops to 80.1 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 29774 on average, which is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (29740) and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (29682). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS by 0.3% and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H by 0.3%.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc B580 sits at the 66th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23021. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, scores 23181, meaning the Arc B580 trails by 0.7%.

Q: Is the measured FPS data based on real testing?

A: Yes, the dataIsMeasured field is true, indicating these are actual benchmark results rather than estimates or projections.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a launch MSRP of $249, and the GPU has a launch MSRP of 249 USD.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is an 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer codename) using a 7 nm process from TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. This is a desktop part for AMD Socket AM4, supporting DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU features 64 KB L1 cache per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 32 MB L3 cache.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability: Cinebench R23 multicore scores 23794, while single-core scores 3359. The 3DMark 16-thread test yields 7683 points, and the max-thread score is 7680. PassMark multithread reaches 27988, with floating point math at 53683 and integer math at 93997. The CPU's percentile ranking is 86, meaning it outperforms 86% of all CPUs in the database.

For Hitman 2, the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample parallel processing for the game's AI routines, physics calculations, and crowd simulation. The game is a stealth title where dynamic NPC behaviors and complex scene geometry require consistent CPU throughput. The 3.80 GHz base clock ensures steady performance during prolonged gaming sessions, while the 4.80 GHz boost clock handles burst workloads like loading new areas or spawning NPCs. The 32 MB L3 cache is beneficial for keeping frequently accessed game data close to the cores.

However, the benchmark data shows that the CPU's performance relative to rivals is marginal—the deltaPct values are all within 0.3% of nearest competitors. This suggests that in Hitman 2, the CPU is not the bottleneck; instead, the GPU likely limits frame rates at higher resolutions. The CPU's TDP of 105 W is moderate, and its PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes provides sufficient bandwidth for the GPU.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B580 uses the BMG-G21 chip based on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage generation). It is built on a 5 nm process from TSMC with 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die. The GPU features 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 80 ROPs, along with 20 ray tracing cores. Its base and boost clocks are both 2670 MHz, with memory clocked at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). The card has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

In synthetic tests, the GPU scores 3068 in 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12), 92821 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 109672 in Geekbench Vulkan. PassMark G3D scores 15748, with GPU compute at 7729. The GPU's percentile ranking is 66, placing it above most GPUs but below the top tier. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, scores 23181—the Arc B580 trails by 0.7%. The GPU also compares closely to the AMD Radeon 760M (0.1% ahead) and NVIDIA P106-100 (0.3% ahead).

For Hitman 2, the GPU's 12 GB VRAM is ample for the game's textures and geometry at high resolutions. The 456.0 GB/s memory bandwidth helps sustain frame rates when streaming in detailed environments. The 2670 MHz boost clock provides solid compute throughput, reflected in the FP32 performance of 13.67 TFLOPS. The pixel rate of 213.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 427.2 GTexel/s indicate the GPU can handle the game's fill-rate demands.

At 1920x1080, the GPU delivers smooth performance: 140.3 FPS on Low, 105.5 FPS on Medium, and 80.1 FPS on High. However, at 3840x2160, performance drops significantly—High yields only 25.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 21.3 FPS. This indicates the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K, where the 12 GB VRAM and 192-bit bus struggle to maintain playable frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and Intel Arc B580 ranks 1378 out of 1795 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the 77th percentile from the bottom (or 23rd percentile from the top). Benchmark results indicate this is a mid-to-low tier pairing for this specific title, despite the CPU's strong 86th percentile ranking and the GPU's respectable 66th percentile.

The ranking suggests that the GPU holds back the overall system in Hitman 2. The CPU's nearest rivals (AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, AMD Ryzen 7 7840H) all score within 0.3% of each other, indicating that CPU differences are negligible. Meanwhile, the GPU's nearest rivals—the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (0.7% faster), AMD Radeon 760M (0.1% slower), and NVIDIA P106-100 (0.3% slower)—show more variance, but none dramatically outperform the Arc B580.

The measured FPS data reveals the combo's strengths and weaknesses. At 1920x1080, the system performs well across settings, with even Ultra achieving 61 FPS. At 2560x1440, High settings deliver 53.9 FPS, which is playable, but Ultra drops to 36.3 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (47.4 FPS) approach playability, while Medium (38.6 FPS), High (25.5 FPS), and Ultra (21.3 FPS) fall below acceptable thresholds.

Compared to the overall combo pool, this rank of 1378 out of 1795 means there are 417 combos that perform worse in Hitman 2. The pairing is better suited for 1080p gaming, where it can comfortably handle High settings, but it lacks the headroom for 4K gaming at higher presets.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset achieves 80.1 FPS, which is smooth for a stealth game requiring precise timing. Medium yields 105.5 FPS for those prioritizing frame rate, while Ultra still delivers a playable 61 FPS. For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance at 1080p, High is the recommended preset—it offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium while maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, High settings produce 53.9 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Medium improves this to 69.2 FPS, making it the safer choice for consistent performance. Low hits 89.9 FPS but sacrifices visual quality. Ultra drops to 36.3 FPS, which is not recommended for this resolution. The data suggests Medium is the sweet spot at 1440p, providing a 28% FPS increase over High while retaining acceptable visual detail.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles across all presets. Low delivers 47.4 FPS, which is the only playable option. Medium falls to 38.6 FPS, and High (25.5 FPS) and Ultra (21.3 FPS) are not viable for smooth gameplay. For 4K, Low settings are the only recommendation, and even then, the frame rate is below the 60 FPS ideal. Users targeting 4K should consider lowering resolution or upgrading the GPU.

Across all resolutions, the Low preset shows the highest frame rates, but the visual compromise is substantial. For a stealth game like Hitman 2, where observing enemy patterns and environmental details matter, Medium or High settings are preferable when playable. The data indicates that this combo is best utilized at 1920x1080 with High settings, where it delivers a solid 80.1 FPS, or at 2560x1440 with Medium settings for a playable 69.2 FPS.