Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination delivers a performance profile in Hitman 2 that is heavily dictated by resolution and settings. At 1080p, the pairing shows its strength, with frame rates ranging from a highly playable 82.6 FPS at Ultra to a blistering 206.5 FPS at Low. As resolution increases, the load shifts decisively to the GPU, and the frame rates decline in a pattern that reveals the RTX 3070 Ti as the primary limiting factor at 1440p and 4K. The data shows a system capable of smooth stealth gameplay at high refresh rates on Full HD, but one that requires careful settings management to maintain playability at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K produces a steep and consistent drop in average frame rates across all settings. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 206.5 at 1920x1080 to 132.4 at 2560x1440, and finally to 69.6 at 3840x2160. This represents a 66% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at the lowest settings. The pattern is similar at High settings, where the average FPS drops from 119.5 at 1080p to 75.3 at 1440p, and then to 42.6 at 4K—a 64% decrease. The scaling suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU has more headroom, but the GPU becomes the bottleneck as pixel count increases dramatically.

At Ultra settings, the scaling is the most punishing. The frame rate averages 82.6 FPS at 1080p, drops to 57 FPS at 1440p, and plummets to 30.1 FPS at 4K. This 4K Ultra result is below the 60 FPS threshold typically desired for smooth gameplay, indicating that this combination is not suited for maximum fidelity at 4K. The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens significantly with resolution; at 1080p, the difference is 123.9 FPS, but at 4K, the difference is 39.5 FPS. This narrowing gap underscores that the GPU’s rendering capabilities are exhausted at high resolutions, making settings choices less impactful on the final frame rate.

The data clearly indicates that the RTX 3070 Ti is the limiting component in this pairing. The CPU’s performance, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, but as resolution rises, the GPU’s raw pixel-pushing power becomes the dominant factor. The 4K results, particularly the 42.6 FPS at High and 30.1 FPS at Ultra, suggest that users targeting 4K will need to compromise on visual quality or accept lower frame rates. Conversely, at 1080p, the system has ample performance for high-refresh-rate monitors, even with Ultra settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system achieves an average of 119.5 FPS. This is a strong result, indicating the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is well-suited for smooth, high-fidelity gameplay at this resolution.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Hitman 2?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the average FPS is 69.6 on Low, 55.1 on Medium, 42.6 on High, and 30.1 on Ultra. Only the Low setting approaches the 60 FPS mark, while Ultra falls below 30 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti compare to its nearest rival in raw benchmark scores?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 30849, which is 0.3% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME and 0.8% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6700. This places it in a tight performance bracket with these cards.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the difference is substantial. The average FPS at Low settings is 132.4, while at Ultra it drops to 57. This 75.4 FPS gap shows that settings have a major impact on performance at this resolution, allowing for significant tuning.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested system combinations?

A: In Hitman 2, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination is ranked 708 out of 1795 tested combos. This places it in the top 40% of all systems tested.

Q: Does the CPU have a high single-thread benchmark score?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 959 in the 3dmark_single_thread test and 3359 in cinebench_r23_singlecore. These scores indicate strong per-core performance, which is beneficial for games like Hitman 2 that may rely on a few threads.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. In this game, the CPU’s role is to maintain a steady frame pipeline, and its multi-threaded capabilities are evident in its 3dmark_16_threads score of 7683 and its cinebench_r23_multicore score of 23794. The processor’s high single-thread performance, demonstrated by a 3dmark_single_thread score of 959, helps ensure that game logic and physics are processed quickly, which is crucial for maintaining high frame rates at lower resolutions.

The data from the measured FPS suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck at 1080p. At this resolution, the system achieves 206.5 FPS on Low settings, a figure that is more likely constrained by the GPU’s ability to render frames than by the CPU’s processing speed. The 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample parallel processing power for the game’s AI and simulation tasks. The processor’s 32 MB of L3 cache also assists in keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency.

When moving to higher resolutions, the CPU’s influence diminishes. The frame rate drops are consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, as the rendering load increases exponentially with pixel count. The CPU’s performance remains constant regardless of resolution, so the observed FPS drops are primarily attributable to the RTX 3070 Ti’s workload. The boost clock of 4.80 GHz ensures that the processor can quickly respond to game demands, but in this title, the GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth are more critical factors at 1440p and 4K. Overall, the Ryzen 7 5800XT provides a solid foundation that allows the RTX 3070 Ti to perform to its full potential at 1080p, but the GPU becomes the decisive component at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested system combinations, this pairing holds a rank of 708 out of 1795 for Hitman 2. This puts it in the upper-middle tier of all tested systems. The rank is a composite measure of the system’s overall performance in the game, reflecting its ability to handle the title’s requirements across various settings and resolutions. While a rank of 708 is respectable, it is not at the top tier, indicating that there are many systems that achieve higher average frame rates.

The rank suggests that while the Ryzen 7 5800XT and RTX 3070 Ti are capable components, they are not the absolute best pairing for this specific game. The CPU’s percentile versus all CPUs is 86, meaning it outperforms 86% of processors in the database. Similarly, the GPU’s percentile versus all GPUs is 74, placing it above 74% of graphics cards. However, the combination’s rank of 708 out of 1795 shows that the overall system performance is slightly less impressive than the individual component percentiles might suggest, possibly due to the game’s specific optimization or the balance between the two components.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 29774 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, which scores 29740 (a 0.1% difference), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, which scores 29682 (a 0.3% difference). The GPU’s average score of 30849 is similarly close to the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME, which scores 30755 (a 0.3% difference). This indicates that the components are well-matched in terms of raw performance, but the game’s actual frame rates are influenced by more than just synthetic benchmarks. The rank of 708 reflects the real-world gaming performance, which can be affected by driver optimization, game engine quirks, and the specific balance of CPU and GPU capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest performance. With Low settings, the average FPS is 206.5, providing an exceptionally smooth experience ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays. Medium settings reduce this to 152.5 FPS, still excellent for most monitors. High settings yield 119.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS standard and suitable for demanding gamers. Ultra settings bring the average down to 82.6 FPS, which remains playable and smooth, showing that the system can handle maximum fidelity at 1080p without significant issues.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance decreases but remains strong. Low settings produce an average of 132.4 FPS, which is still very high and suitable for fast-paced action. Medium settings drop to 99.1 FPS, maintaining a fluid experience. High settings average 75.3 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a good balance between visual quality and performance. Ultra settings at 1440p yield 57 FPS, which is slightly below 60 FPS, indicating that users may need to make minor adjustments to achieve a perfectly smooth frame rate at the highest settings.

At 3840x2160, the system’s limitations become apparent. Low settings average 69.6 FPS, which is playable but not as high as at lower resolutions. Medium settings drop to 55.1 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. High settings yield 42.6 FPS, which may cause noticeable stuttering in a fast-paced stealth game. Ultra settings are the most demanding, producing an average of 30.1 FPS, which is below the threshold for acceptable playability for most users. The data indicates that 4K gaming with this combo requires sacrificing visual fidelity to achieve a playable frame rate, with Low settings being the only option that approaches 60 FPS.