Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers an exceptionally strong showing in Hitman 2, a stealth title that scales predictably across resolutions and presets. The combination ranks 44th out of 1,795 tested combos, placing it in the top 2.5% of all configurations. This pairing leverages the 7700X’s high single-thread performance with the RTX 4090’s massive rendering throughput, producing frame rates that range from fully playable at 4K Ultra to extraordinarily high at 1080p Low. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions and settings, while the CPU’s eight cores ensure consistent pacing.

FAQ

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

A: At 1920x1080 with the High preset, the combo achieves an average of 189 FPS, making it highly responsive for stealth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X scores 34,313 in average benchmark score, which is 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-13500 and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i7-12800HX.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Is the 7700X suitable for this game’s threading model?

A: Yes, the CPU provides 8 cores and 16 threads with a 4.50 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost clock, which aligns well with Hitman 2’s scaling up to 8 threads.

Q: What is the best resolution for 4K play?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset yields 84 FPS, while High drops to 64.5 FPS. Ultra falls below 60 FPS at 45.6 FPS, so Medium or High are recommended.

Q: How does the combo rank globally among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 44th out of 1,795 total combos, placing it in the 97.5th percentile of all tested pairings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 44 out of 1,795 tested configurations places it near the apex of the database. This ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component bottlenecks the other in Hitman 2. The CPU’s percentile score of 89 versus all CPUs indicates strong synthetic performance, while the GPU’s percentile of 91 versus all GPUs shows similarly high standing. The measured FPS data confirms this alignment: at 1440p High, the system produces 123.2 FPS, demonstrating that the combination can drive high refresh rates without compromise. The rank suggests that only a handful of more exotic or newer configurations outperform it, and even then, the deltas in synthetic scores are minimal. For example, the nearest CPU rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H, is only 0.8% ahead in average score, which translates to negligible real-world differences. In practical terms, this combo sits in the top tier for Hitman 2, offering near-maximum performance for the game’s engine.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is a Zen 4 architecture processor built on a 5 nm process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 4.50 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz are critical for Hitman 2, which benefits from high single-thread performance. The CPU’s single-thread benchmark scores are robust: 4,281 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2,985 in Geekbench single-core. These numbers drive the game’s logic, AI, and physics calculations. In multi-threaded workloads, the 7700X scores 30,325 in Cinebench R23 multicore, with a 3DMark 8-thread score of 7,057, indicating that it can handle the game’s broader thread usage without bottlenecking the GPU. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide ample data throughput for the game’s level streaming. The measured FPS scaling supports this: at 1080p Low, the system hits 338.1 FPS, which is a CPU-limited scenario, yet the 7700X sustains this high frame rate without dropping. The 105 W TDP and unlocked multiplier also allow for consistent performance across the board, though the data does not include overclocking results.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals clear scaling patterns across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1080p, the Low preset achieves 338.1 FPS, which is the highest recorded value. Medium drops to 251.1 FPS, High to 189 FPS, and Ultra to 141.4 FPS. This represents a 58% reduction from Low to Ultra, indicating that the game’s Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU even at 1080p. At 1440p, the values are lower but still strong: Low produces 216.1 FPS, Medium 161.2 FPS, High 123.2 FPS, and Ultra 89.6 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by roughly 36% across all settings, which is consistent with a GPU-bound workload. At 4K, the system still delivers playable results: Low yields 112.3 FPS, Medium 84 FPS, High 64.5 FPS, and Ultra 45.6 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, while all other settings remain above it. The delta between High and Ultra is pronounced at every resolution: at 4K, High is 41% faster than Ultra, while at 1080p, High is 34% faster. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes effects that heavily tax the RTX 4090’s resources.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is an Ada Lovelace architecture GPU with 16,384 shading units, 512 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs. Its 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Hitman 2’s textures and geometry at any resolution. The GPU’s base clock is 2,235 MHz with a boost clock of 2,520 MHz, and its FP32 performance is rated at 82.58 TFLOPS. The benchmarks show a passmark G3D score of 38,194 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 317,684, placing it in the 91st percentile among all GPUs. In Hitman 2, the RTX 4090’s role becomes dominant at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the GPU’s compute limits are evident, as the system drops to 45.6 FPS. However, at 1080p Low, the GPU is not fully utilized, as the CPU becomes the limiting factor at 338.1 FPS. The VRAM capacity is never a constraint; even at 4K Ultra, the 24 GB pool remains well above the game’s requirements. The GPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks (e.g., the NVIDIA Tesla T4) are within 0.4% in average score, but the RTX 4090’s real-world gaming performance is far superior due to its dedicated rendering hardware.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 4K users, the Medium preset at 84 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and smoothness, as High drops to 64.5 FPS and Ultra falls to 45.6 FPS. Given that Hitman 2 is a stealth game where precision matters, maintaining at least 60 FPS is advisable, making Medium the recommended choice at 4K. For 1440p, the High preset delivers 123.2 FPS, which is ideal for 120 Hz displays, while Ultra still provides 89.6 FPS for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate. The Low preset at 216.1 FPS is excessive for most displays but useful for competitive play. At 1080p, the High preset at 189 FPS is the sweet spot, offering excellent visuals with frame rates that exceed 144 Hz monitors. The Ultra preset at 141.4 FPS is also viable for 144 Hz panels, though the visual difference from High is marginal. The Low preset at 338.1 FPS is only relevant for extreme refresh rate setups (360 Hz or higher). In general, the data suggests that the High preset provides the best experience across all resolutions, as it offers the largest FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold without the steep performance penalty of Ultra. Users with 120 Hz or 144 Hz displays should prioritize High at 1440p or 1080p, while 4K users should accept Medium to avoid the sub-60 FPS Ultra dip.