Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a distinctly resolution-bound experience in Hitman 2. Across the three tested resolutions, the data reveals a clear pattern: the frame rate scales almost linearly with pixel count, indicating that the graphics card is the primary limiting factor at higher settings, while the CPU’s headroom becomes apparent only at lower presets and resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured results, contextualizes the component roles, and provides actionable settings guidance based strictly on the benchmark data.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a pronounced and predictable drop as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Ultra settings, the average frame rate falls from 76 FPS at 1080p to 49 FPS at 1440p—a 35.5% reduction—and then further to 26 FPS at 4K, which is a 47% drop from the 1440p figure. This steep decline at higher resolutions is a hallmark of GPU-bound performance, where the rendering workload scales directly with the number of pixels.

At Medium settings, the same trend holds but with slightly different magnitudes. The average goes from 136 FPS at 1080p to 87 FPS at 1440p (a 36% reduction) and then to 47 FPS at 4K (a 46% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings—roughly 35-36% from 1080p to 1440p and 46-47% from 1440p to 4K—suggests that the RX 6750 XT’s memory bandwidth and compute throughput are being saturated uniformly, regardless of the visual preset. This is a classic sign that the GPU is the bottleneck in these scenarios.

However, the Low preset tells a different story. At Low settings, the average FPS at 1080p is 182, which drops to 116 at 1440p (a 36% reduction) and then to 62 at 4K (a 47% reduction). The fact that the percentage drops remain similar even at Low settings indicates that while the GPU is still heavily utilized, the absolute numbers are high enough that the CPU’s role starts to emerge. The Ryzen 7 9700F’s 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at these lower graphical loads, but the scaling pattern confirms that the RX 6750 XT’s 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are the ceiling for this pairing.

Notably, the min and max FPS data is only provided for Medium settings. At 4K Medium, the range is 40 to 53 FPS, while at 1440p Medium it is 74 to 100 FPS, and at 1080p Medium it is 116 to 157 FPS. This variance of roughly 27-30% from min to max at each resolution suggests that the frame pacing is stable, but the GPU is working near its limits, especially at 4K where the absolute values are low. For users targeting 4K, the data indicates that even dropping to Low settings (62 FPS average) cannot fully compensate for the resolution’s demands, making 4K a challenging target for this combo in Hitman 2.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is a Zen 5 architecture processor (Granite Ridge codename) built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The benchmark results for this CPU show strong synthetic performance: a Passmark multi-thread score of 36470 and a single-thread score of 4691. It holds a 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs, indicating that it is a high-end desktop part.

In the context of Hitman 2’s measured FPS, the CPU’s role is primarily to ensure that frame rates do not collapse at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 182 FPS average, which is well above the 1440p and 4K figures. This high ceiling suggests the CPU is capable of driving the game engine without introducing a bottleneck at these lower graphical loads. However, the game is not CPU-bound in the traditional sense; even at 1080p Ultra, the average is 76 FPS, which is lower than the 103 FPS at 1080p High. This indicates that the GPU’s workload, not the CPU’s processing power, is dictating the frame rate at higher presets.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals in the Passmark benchmark, the Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69996 on average, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875) and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i7-14700KF (70163). It also outperforms the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515) by 0.7% and the Intel Core i7-14700K (69355) by 0.9%. These deltas are marginal, meaning that in a game like Hitman 2, the CPU is unlikely to be the differentiating factor between these processors—the GPU will dominate the performance picture.

The CPU’s cache hierarchy—80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3—along with its DDR5 memory support and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, provides ample data throughput for the game’s stealth mechanics and AI simulation. The Passmark physics score of 2122 and integer math score of 120788 further indicate that the CPU can handle the game’s computational demands without breaking a sweat. In essence, the Ryzen 7 9700F is overqualified for Hitman 2 at these settings, serving as a stable foundation that allows the RX 6750 XT to be the sole performance limiter.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database’s tested configurations, this specific combo—AMD Ryzen 7 9700F + AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT—ranks 1357th out of 3001 combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the 45th percentile of all tested systems, meaning that roughly 55% of tested combos deliver higher average FPS in this game. Given that the CPU is a high-end part (94th percentile) and the GPU is mid-range (71st percentile among all GPUs), the combo’s rank is dragged down by the graphics card’s relative performance level.

The GPU’s nearest rivals in the Passmark G3D benchmark are the AMD Radeon R9 M395X (25891, 0.5% higher), AMD FirePro W7100 (25856, 0.6% higher), AMD FirePro D700 (25842, 0.7% higher), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (25740, 1.1% higher). The RX 6750 XT scores 20700 in Passmark G3D, which is notably lower than these rivals despite the small deltaPct values—this discrepancy highlights that the nearestRivals are based on average scores, not the specific G3D test. Regardless, the combo’s rank of 1357 suggests that while it can play Hitman 2 comfortably at 1080p and 1440p, it is not a top-tier performer for this title, especially at 4K where the average FPS drops below 30 at High and Ultra settings.

The rank also reflects the fact that Hitman 2 is not particularly demanding on CPUs, so systems with weaker processors but stronger GPUs would likely outrank this combo. The data shows that the combo’s performance is squarely in the mid-pack, and users with higher refresh rate monitors (above 144 Hz) would need to stick to 1080p Low or Medium settings to fully utilize their displays, as the average FPS at 1080p High is 103, which is below a 144 Hz threshold.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Hitman 2?*

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the most viable resolution, offering an average of 76 FPS at Ultra and 103 FPS at High. At 2560x1440, the average drops to 49 FPS at Ultra, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (62 FPS) provide a smooth experience, while Medium (47 FPS) and above fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69996 in the average benchmark, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875) and 0.7% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515). It is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i7-14700KF (70163) and 0.9% lower than the Intel Core i7-14700K (69355). These differences are negligible for gaming.

Q: Is the GPU the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: Yes. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent 35-47% drop across all settings, which is characteristic of GPU-bound performance. The RX 6750 XT’s 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors, while the CPU’s high Passmark scores (94th percentile) indicate it has ample headroom.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS at Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the FPS ranges from 116 to 157 (average 136). At 1440p Medium, it ranges from 74 to 100 (average 87). At 4K Medium, it ranges from 40 to 53 (average 47). These ranges show a consistent 27-30% variance, indicating stable frame pacing.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 1357th out of 3001 tested combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the middle of the pack, reflecting the GPU’s mid-range status (71st percentile) despite the CPU’s high-end position (94th percentile).

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: Only at Low settings, where it averages 62 FPS. At Medium, the average drops to 47 FPS, and at High it is 35 FPS. Ultra is not recommended at 4K, as it averages just 26 FPS. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1080p or 1440p are more appropriate targets.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture (Navi 22 chip) using a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operators, with 40 ray tracing cores. The GPU’s base clock is 2150 MHz, boost clock is 2600 MHz, and game clock is 2495 MHz. Memory is 12 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a TDP of 250 W and occupies a dual-slot form factor.

In Hitman 2, the GPU’s role is paramount, as evidenced by the FPS data. The RX 6750 XT’s 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 416.0 GTexel/s texture rate are sufficient to deliver 103 FPS at 1080p High and 66 FPS at 1440p High. However, the 4K results reveal its limitations: 35 FPS at High and 26 FPS at Ultra. The 12 GB VRAM is adequate for the game’s assets at all tested presets, but the memory bandwidth becomes a constraint at higher resolutions, where the pixel fill rate (166.4 GPixel/s) is insufficient to maintain high frame rates.

The GPU’s Passmark G3D score is 20700, and it holds a 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs. This places it as a mid-range performer, which aligns with the measured FPS. The card’s nearest rivals—AMD Radeon R9 M395X, AMD FirePro W7100, AMD FirePro D700, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile—all have similar average scores (within 1.1%), but these are mobile or workstation parts, not direct desktop competitors. For Hitman 2, the RX 6750 XT delivers playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but users should not expect high refresh rates at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset offers the best balance, delivering 103 FPS average without the visual fidelity sacrifices of Low (182 FPS) or the performance hit of Ultra (76 FPS). Medium at 1080p (136 FPS) is also viable for users with 144 Hz monitors, but High provides a better visual experience at a still-smooth 103 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the High preset (66 FPS) is the recommended choice for a smooth experience, as it stays above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium (87 FPS) is also acceptable, especially for users with adaptive sync displays, but Ultra (49 FPS) is not recommended due to the sub-60 FPS average. Low (116 FPS) is overkill for most monitors and sacrifices too much visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the data shows that only the Low preset (62 FPS) is playable, while Medium (47 FPS), High (35 FPS), and Ultra (26 FPS) all fall below the 60 FPS target. For 4K users, the recommendation is to use Low settings or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a better experience. There is no measured data for a "High" preset at 4K that would be playable, so Low is the only viable option for a smooth frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table summarizes the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings combination:

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS |

|------------|----------|-------------|

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 26 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 35 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 47 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 62 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 49 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 66 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 87 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 116 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 76 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 103 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 136 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 182 |

For the Medium preset, min and max FPS values are also available: at 1080p, the range is 116 to 157; at 1440p, it is 74 to 100; and at 4K, it is 40 to 53. These figures confirm that the combo scales predictably with resolution, and the GPU’s performance ceiling is reached at 4K Medium, where the average dips to 47 FPS. The data also shows a clear hierarchy: at every resolution, Low settings provide roughly 1.3 to 1.4 times the FPS of High settings, while Ultra settings provide roughly 0.6 to 0.7 times the FPS of High settings. This consistent relationship allows users to estimate performance for unmeasured preset combinations, but the measured rows are the definitive guide for this hardware pairing.