Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a playable but ultimately 1080p-centric experience in Hitman 2. The data shows a steep performance cliff as resolution increases, with the combination dropping below 60 FPS at 1440p on High settings and becoming unplayable at 4K on any preset above Low. The system ranks in the 2158th position out of 3711 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier for this specific title, a result that reflects the GPU's age more than the CPU's substantial processing power.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern: performance degrades sharply as resolution climbs. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces 90 FPS, but this falls to 58 FPS at 2560x1440 and plummets to 31 FPS at 3840x2160. That represents a 36% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 47% drop from 1440p to 4K at the same High preset. The trend is consistent across all settings tiers, though the absolute numbers shift.

On Low settings, the frame rate moves from 159 FPS at 1080p to 102 FPS at 1440p and then to 54 FPS at 4K. Medium settings show a similar trajectory: 120 FPS at 1080p, 76 FPS at 1440p, and 41 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, yielding 67 FPS at 1080p, 43 FPS at 1440p, and just 23 FPS at 4K. The pattern is unambiguous — the RTX 2070 SUPER becomes the limiting factor well before 4K, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions.

The scaling behavior indicates a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. The 1080p results, particularly the 159 FPS on Low, suggest the CPU can push well beyond 144 Hz in undemanding scenes, but the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to maintain fluidity as pixel count rises. At 4K, even the Low preset dips to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The 4K Ultra result of 23 FPS is effectively a slideshow, confirming that this combination should not be considered for 4K gaming in Hitman 2.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores are impressive: the Cinebench R23 multicore result is 29300, and the single-core score is 2016.5. The Geekbench multicore score of 19267 and single-core score of 2617 further underscore its capability. These numbers place the CPU in the 91st percentile among all tested processors, a strong showing that indicates it is not the bottleneck in this gaming workload.

In Hitman 2, which is a stealth game with complex AI and crowd simulations, the CPU does meaningful work. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10972 and max-thread score of 12536 suggest that the processor can handle multi-threaded workloads efficiently. However, the game's frame rates at 1080p on Low (159 FPS) show that the CPU is capable of delivering high refresh rates when the GPU is not overwhelmed. The single-thread performance, evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 1093 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2016.5, is also sufficient for the game's primary game logic thread.

The data indicates that the CPU's role in this pairing is largely supportive. At 1080p, the CPU can push frame rates high enough that the GPU becomes the constraint. The 12 cores and 24 threads provide substantial headroom for background tasks and future titles, but for Hitman 2 specifically, the CPU is not the limiting factor at any tested resolution. The 64 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth with DDR5 support also contribute to smooth data flow, though these are qualitative advantages not directly reflected in the FPS numbers.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the decisive component in this combination. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, it delivers 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 1770 MHz, and it features 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. The GPU's benchmark results, such as the Passmark G3D score of 18169 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 90637, place it in the 65th percentile among all GPUs — a mid-tier position that aligns with its observed performance in Hitman 2.

The GPU's role becomes clear when examining the FPS scaling. At 1080p High, the 90 FPS result is respectable, but the drop to 58 FPS at 1440p High shows the GPU struggling with increased pixel throughput. At 4K High, the 31 FPS result is far below playable. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is likely a contributing factor at high resolutions, as Hitman 2's detailed environments and textures can consume significant memory. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth, while adequate for 1080p, becomes a limiting factor as resolution increases.

Comparing the GPU to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database, the RTX 2070 SUPER sits within 1-2% of the Quadro M4000M, RTX 3070 Mobile, and Intel Arc B570 and A750. This clustering indicates that the GPU's performance is well understood and consistent. In Hitman 2, the GPU's limitations are most evident at 4K, where even Low settings (54 FPS) fail to hit 60 FPS, and Ultra settings (23 FPS) are unplayable. The 1440p results are mixed — Medium (76 FPS) and Low (102 FPS) are smooth, but High (58 FPS) and Ultra (43 FPS) fall short of ideal.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers 120 FPS with a minimum of 102 FPS and maximum of 137 FPS, making it the best balance of visual quality and performance. The High preset at 90 FPS is also viable for users prioritizing visuals, and even Ultra at 67 FPS remains playable. However, Medium offers the highest frame rate while still maintaining a reasonable visual fidelity, and the headroom above 60 FPS ensures consistency.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to Low or Medium. Low produces 102 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, while Medium yields 76 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS — just above the 60 FPS threshold. High at 58 FPS is borderline, and Ultra at 43 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay. The data suggests that Medium is the optimal choice at 1440p, as it provides a playable frame rate while retaining more visual detail than Low.

At 3840x2160, the situation is dire. Low settings produce 54 FPS, which is below 60 FPS but technically playable. Medium drops to 41 FPS, and High falls to 31 FPS. Ultra at 23 FPS is unplayable. For 4K, the only viable option is Low, and even then, users should expect occasional dips below 60 FPS. The data strongly suggests that this combination is not suited for 4K gaming in Hitman 2, and users should either lower resolution or accept reduced settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 9 7900X and RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 2158th out of 3711 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 42% of combinations perform better. The rank reflects the GPU's mid-tier standing rather than the CPU's high-tier position. The CPU alone sits in the 91st percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, and the combined result is dragged down by the GPU.

The ranking suggests that users with this combo are getting near-expected performance for the GPU, but the CPU is underutilized in this title. The GPU's nearest rivals — the Quadro M4000M, RTX 3070 Mobile, and Intel Arc B570 and A750 — all have similar average benchmark scores, with deltas of -1% to -1.5%. This indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER is performing as expected for its class. The combo's rank of 2158 is consistent with a mid-range GPU paired with a high-end CPU, where the GPU becomes the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios.

For users considering this combination, the data shows it is best suited for 1080p gaming with high refresh rates, or 1440p gaming with medium settings. The 4K performance is insufficient for a smooth experience, and the rank reflects this limitation. While the CPU has headroom for future GPU upgrades, the current pairing is balanced only at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table summarizes the exact measured FPS values across all tested configurations:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

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

| 1920x1080 | Low | 159 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 120 | 102 | 137 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 90 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 67 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 102 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 76 | 65 | 88 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 58 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 43 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 54 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 41 | 35 | 47 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 31 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 23 | — | — |

At 1080p, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. The Low preset at 159 FPS approaches the refresh rate limits of most monitors, while Medium at 120 FPS with a minimum of 102 FPS ensures smooth gameplay. High at 90 FPS is solid, and Ultra at 67 FPS remains above the 60 FPS threshold. The 1080p results show that the CPU is not a bottleneck, as even the most demanding preset stays playable.

At 1440p, the performance drops become more pronounced. Low at 102 FPS is still excellent, and Medium at 76 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS is playable. However, High at 58 FPS falls below 60 FPS, and Ultra at 43 FPS is noticeably less fluid. The 1440p results indicate that users should stick to Medium or lower for a consistent experience.

At 4K, the combo struggles significantly. Low at 54 FPS is the only preset that approaches playability, while Medium at 41 FPS and High at 31 FPS are below acceptable thresholds. Ultra at 23 FPS is not viable for actual gameplay. The 4K results confirm that this combination is not intended for 4K gaming, and users should consider 1080p or 1440p for the best experience.