Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Hitman 2, but the data indicates that chasing maximum visual fidelity at higher resolutions requires compromise. The measured frames per second show a clear progression where the game's demanding Ultra preset significantly impacts performance, particularly at 4K. For the best balance of visual quality and smooth gameplay, the High preset at 2560x1440 stands out as the sweet spot, offering an average of 56.7 FPS. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers a comfortable 94.1 FPS average, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. While the Low preset at 1080p reaches 157.7 FPS, it sacrifices the visual fidelity that makes Hitman 2's sandbox environments engaging. The Medium preset provides a middle ground, but the data suggests that High is the optimal choice for most users seeking a quality experience.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows reveal a distinct performance hierarchy across settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset yields an average of 68.9 FPS, which is playable but represents a significant 25.2 FPS drop from the High preset's 94.1 FPS. The Medium preset at 121.1 FPS and Low at 157.7 FPS show diminishing returns for lower settings, as the High preset already provides a strong frame rate. The most compelling data point is at 2560x1440, where High averages 56.7 FPS compared to Ultra's 42.4 FPS. This 14.3 FPS difference is substantial, making High the recommended preset for 1440p gaming. At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more critical: High averages 30 FPS, Medium 42.5 FPS, and Low 55 FPS, while Ultra drops to 24.9 FPS. The data indicates that for 4K, users should select Low or Medium to maintain playable frame rates, as the High preset barely hits 30 FPS and Ultra falls below that threshold.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz, combined with 2560 shading units, drive the rendering pipeline. The GPU's performance in Hitman 2 is directly tied to its memory capacity and bandwidth, as evidenced by the scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1920x1080, the GPU handles all presets with relative ease, but at 3840x2160, the 8 GB frame buffer becomes a limiting factor. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 24.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, while Low at 55 FPS shows that reducing texture and shader complexity alleviates memory pressure. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22206, places it in the mid-to-upper tier. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 2070 SUPER is 0.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700, but 2.3% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile. These deltas are minor, indicating that the GPU's performance is consistent with its class.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its 64 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide ample bandwidth for feeding the GPU. In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is less pronounced than the GPU's, but its strong single-thread performance is crucial for the game's AI and physics calculations. The CPU's 3dmark single-thread score of 941 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4680 indicate robust single-core capability. The 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39453, shows that the 5900X outperforms most processors. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 4245P, which is 0.2% ahead, and the Intel Core i7-13700, which is 1% behind. The CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads ensure that it does not bottleneck the RTX 2070 SUPER, even at lower resolutions where frame rates are higher. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the 157.7 FPS average suggests the CPU can keep pace with the GPU's output in less demanding scenes.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 9 5900X and RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 1091 out of 1795 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the 39th percentile of all tested configurations. This ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component severely limits the other, but the overall system is not top-tier for this specific game. The data indicates that the CPU's high performance ceiling is not fully utilized by the GPU at higher resolutions, where the RTX 2070 SUPER becomes the primary bottleneck. At 3840x2160, the combo's average FPS across presets ranges from 24.9 to 55, which is below the performance of higher-end GPU pairings. However, at 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong results, with the Ultra preset averaging 68.9 FPS and Low reaching 157.7 FPS. This ranking suggests that the combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but users targeting 4K should consider a more powerful GPU. The combo's position in the middle of the pack is consistent with the GPU's 65th percentile ranking, which is lower than the CPU's 90th percentile, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with the High preset yields an average of 56.7 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, High averages 94.1 FPS, but 1440p offers a sharper image without sacrificing smoothness.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 68.9 FPS, which is 25.2 FPS lower than the High preset's 94.1 FPS. The performance cost of Ultra is significant, making High the recommended setting for most users.

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER capable of 4K gaming with this CPU?

A: At 3840x2160, the combo averages 30 FPS on High and 24.9 FPS on Ultra. For playable frame rates, users should select Low (55 FPS) or Medium (42.5 FPS) settings.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39453, which is 0.2% behind the AMD EPYC 4245P and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700F. Its single-thread performance is strong, with a 3dmark single-thread score of 941.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking and what does it mean?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER ranks in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22206. This places it above the AMD Radeon RX 5700 by 2.5% but below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile by 2.3%.

Q: Does the combo rank high among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1091 out of 1795 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the pack. This is due to the GPU being the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions where the CPU's potential is not fully utilized.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values show a clear gradient: Low settings deliver 157.7 FPS, Medium 121.1 FPS, High 94.1 FPS, and Ultra 68.9 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is 27 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 25.2 FPS, indicating that each preset tier has a consistent performance cost. At 2560x1440, the averages are 101.9 FPS for Low, 79.8 FPS for Medium, 56.7 FPS for High, and 42.4 FPS for Ultra. The transition from Medium to High at 1440p represents a 23.1 FPS drop, which is more pronounced than the 1080p transition. At 3840x2160, the averages are 55 FPS for Low, 42.5 FPS for Medium, 30 FPS for High, and 24.9 FPS for Ultra. The 4K data shows that even the Low preset struggles to maintain high frame rates, with a 25 FPS difference between Low and Medium. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 35-40% across most presets, while scaling from 1440p to 4K reduces frame rates by an additional 45-50%. This indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are the primary constraints at higher resolutions, as the CPU's 12 cores and 4.80 GHz boost clock remain underutilized. The Ultra preset at 4K, with an average of 24.9 FPS, is the only configuration that falls below the 30 FPS threshold, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay. For users prioritizing frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p offers the highest measured average at 157.7 FPS, while the High preset at 1440p provides a balanced experience at 56.7 FPS.