Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a revealing performance profile in Hitman 2, one that shifts dramatically depending on the resolution and preset you choose. The data indicates a system that is exceptionally capable at 1080p and 1440p but begins to show its limitations when pushed to 4K Ultra. This analysis breaks down the measured results to help you understand exactly where this combination excels and where you'll need to make compromises.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable decline as resolution increases, but the magnitude of that drop tells a critical story about which component is the bottleneck. At Low settings, the transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 results in a massive drop from 183 FPS down to 62 FPS, a reduction of 121 FPS or approximately 66%. This steep curve is a classic indicator of GPU-bound performance, as the RTX 5060's rendering workload scales directly with pixel count.

Moving from 1440p to 4K at Low settings shows a similar trend, with FPS falling from 117 to 62, a 47% decrease. In contrast, the jump from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings is less severe, dropping from 183 FPS to 117 FPS, a 36% reduction. This non-linear scaling suggests that while the GPU is clearly the primary limiter at higher resolutions, the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are still providing enough headroom to avoid becoming a constraint at 1080p, where the GPU is able to push frame rates well above 180 FPS.

The situation at Ultra settings further emphasizes the GPU's role. At 1080p Ultra, the combo manages 76 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, this drops to 49 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to just 26 FPS. The 50% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and the additional 47% drop from 1440p to 4K demonstrate that the RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being heavily taxed by the highest quality settings. The data suggests that to maintain a smooth experience at 4K, you must rely on lower presets, as the GPU simply cannot sustain high frame rates with maximum visual fidelity.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve in Hitman 2?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 183, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This indicates the system is far from being CPU-limited at this resolution and preset, providing a very high refresh rate experience for competitive or fast-paced play.

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

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 26 at Ultra settings to 62 at Low settings. The only way to achieve a playable frame rate above 60 FPS at 4K is to use the Low preset, as Medium settings drop to 47 FPS and High to 35 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5060's VRAM affect performance at higher resolutions?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The data shows that as resolution and settings increase, performance degrades sharply, particularly at 4K Ultra where the average FPS is just 26. This suggests the VRAM capacity and bandwidth are insufficient for the highest demands of the game.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset delivers an average of 88 FPS, while the High preset delivers 66 FPS. This represents a 22 FPS difference, or roughly a 25% performance penalty for the visual upgrade from Medium to High.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor for this combo in Hitman 2?

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU, with a high average benchmark score and 96 MB of shared L3 cache, appears to provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p Low. The steep FPS drops when increasing resolution point directly to the GPU's rendering limits.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this system?

A: The only measurements with a minimum FPS value are at Medium settings. The lowest recorded minimum FPS is 40 at 3840x2160, while the 2560x1440 Medium setting has a minimum of 75 FPS and the 1920x1080 Medium setting has a minimum of 117 FPS.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the dominant factor in this combo's Hitman 2 performance. Its specifications, including 8 GB of GDDR7 memory, a 128-bit bus, and a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, directly correlate with the observed frame rates. The GPU's base clock of 2280 MHz and boost clock of 2497 MHz provide the raw processing power, but it is the memory subsystem that appears to be the constraint at higher settings.

The data shows a clear pattern where the performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is less severe than the drop from 1440p to 4K. For instance, at High settings, 1080p yields 104 FPS, 1440p yields 66 FPS (a 37% drop), and 4K yields 35 FPS (a 47% drop from 1440p). This accelerating degradation at 4K points to the 8 GB VRAM buffer being filled, forcing the GPU to manage data less efficiently. The FPS at 4K Ultra (26 FPS) is particularly telling, as it suggests the combination of high resolution and maximum settings overwhelms both the memory capacity and the 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power.

The GPU's performance percentile of 72 places it above most other GPUs, but its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550, which are not comparable in gaming performance. This indicates that while the RTX 5060 has a strong synthetic benchmark score, its real-world gaming performance in a demanding title like Hitman 2 is more modest. The 145 W TDP and 300 W suggested PSU requirement suggest it is a mainstream part, and the measured FPS data confirms it is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks at position 1669 out of 3711 total combos for Hitman 2. This places it in the 45th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a slight majority of other configurations but is far from the top tier.

This ranking is interesting because it reflects the balance of the components. The CPU is a high-end part with an average benchmark score of 39768, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 with a score of 40081, show that it is a top-tier processor. However, the GPU's average benchmark score of 26331 places it in the 72nd percentile, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, which has a lower score but is a different class of card. The combo's mid-pack ranking suggests that the GPU is holding the system back from achieving a higher position, as the CPU is clearly capable of supporting a much more powerful graphics card.

The data shows that this is a well-balanced system for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but users seeking a top-tier 4K experience will find this combo ranks lower than systems equipped with more powerful GPUs. The 1669th rank out of 3711 combos indicates that there are many other combinations that deliver higher frame rates, likely due to having a more capable GPU paired with a similar or slightly less powerful CPU.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend entirely on your target resolution and desired frame rate. For the best overall experience, the Medium preset provides a strong balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium delivers 137 FPS average with a minimum of 117 FPS, which is excellent for a smooth and responsive experience. At 1440p, Medium still maintains a very playable 88 FPS average with a 75 FPS minimum. Even at 4K, Medium manages a 47 FPS average, though this falls below the 60 FPS threshold many players prefer.

If you are a competitive player seeking the highest possible frame rates, the Low preset is the clear choice. At 1080p, it delivers 183 FPS, and at 1440p it still provides 117 FPS. This preset is ideal for maximizing refresh rate and minimizing input lag, though it sacrifices visual fidelity. The High preset is a viable middle ground, offering 104 FPS at 1080p and 66 FPS at 1440p, but it drops to a less desirable 35 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset should be avoided unless you are playing at 1080p, where it still delivers a respectable 76 FPS, but it becomes unplayable at higher resolutions with 49 FPS at 1440p and only 26 FPS at 4K.

For a 4K experience, the data strongly suggests using the Low preset to achieve a 62 FPS average. The Medium preset at 47 FPS is borderline, but the High and Ultra presets are not recommended due to the significant performance hit. The sweet spot for this combo is 1440p with the Medium preset, which offers a high-quality image at a smooth 88 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 183 FPS average.
• Medium: 137 FPS average, with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 158 FPS.
• High: 104 FPS average.
• Ultra: 76 FPS average.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 117 FPS average.
• Medium: 88 FPS average, with a minimum of 75 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS.
• High: 66 FPS average.
• Ultra: 49 FPS average.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 62 FPS average.
• Medium: 47 FPS average, with a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 54 FPS.
• High: 35 FPS average.
• Ultra: 26 FPS average.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the Medium preset provides the most balanced experience, with the minimum FPS values showing that it maintains playable frame rates even in demanding scenes. The Low preset is the only option that allows for a consistently smooth 4K experience. The Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where the 76 FPS average is still playable, but it is not recommended for any resolution above that. This breakdown clearly shows that the RTX 5060 is best utilized at 1080p and 1440p, where it can deliver high frame rates, while 4K gaming requires significant compromises in settings.