Hitman 2

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Hitman 2 with the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 reveals a clear pattern of resolution-dependent scaling. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 97 FPS on average. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same preset drops the average to 62 FPS, a reduction of 35 FPS or roughly 36 percent. At 3840x2160, the High preset yields just 33 FPS, which is less than half of the 1080p result. This steep decline from 1080p to 4K indicates that the rendering workload scales heavily with pixel count, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario.

The Low preset further illustrates this trend. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 171 FPS, which drops to 110 FPS at 1440p and then to 58 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is approximately 36 percent, and from 1440p to 4K is about 47 percent. These reductions are substantial, suggesting that the RTX 4060's compute and memory resources become increasingly strained as resolution rises. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s, which is modest for 4K workloads in modern titles.

For the Medium preset, the data shows 129 FPS at 1080p, 82 FPS at 1440p, and 44 FPS at 4K. The 4K Medium result includes a minimum of 37 FPS and a maximum of 50 FPS, indicating some frame-time variance. This variance, while not extreme, points to occasional dips that could be noticeable during busy scenes. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with 72 FPS at 1080p, 46 FPS at 1440p, and 24 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra average of 24 FPS is barely playable, which strongly suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution.

The pattern across all presets shows that the RTX 4060 cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K regardless of settings. Even at Low, 58 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider smooth. The data implies that the CPU, with 16 cores and 32 threads based on Zen 5 architecture, is not the bottleneck at 4K; instead, the GPU's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth cap performance. At 1080p, the higher frame rates suggest the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, but the GPU still limits maximum output. The 171 FPS at 1080p Low is respectable but not exceptional, indicating that the RTX 4060's 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate are the binding constraints.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers 129 FPS on average with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 148 FPS. This is a strong result, offering a comfortable margin above 60 FPS and even approaching high-refresh-rate territory. The High preset at 1080p provides 97 FPS, which is still smooth but with less headroom. For users prioritizing frame rate, Medium at 1080p appears to be the sweet spot, as it sits well above the 60 FPS baseline while maintaining visual quality that is only one step below High.

At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 62 FPS on average, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. This is a viable option for users with 1440p displays who want good visual fidelity without sacrificing playability. The Medium preset at 1440p yields 82 FPS, providing a more comfortable buffer for action sequences, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. Choosing Medium over High at 1440p sacrifices some graphical detail but gains roughly 32 percent more average frame rate. The Low preset at 1440p reaches 110 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, but the visual downgrade may be too steep for a stealth game that relies on environmental detail.

For 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. The High preset averages 33 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users. The Medium preset at 4K delivers 44 FPS, with a minimum of 37 FPS, which is borderline playable but may feel stuttery. The Low preset at 4K reaches 58 FPS, which is the only 4K setting that approaches smoothness. Given the data, the recommendation for 4K is to use Low settings if frame rate is paramount, as it provides a 76 percent improvement over High at the same resolution. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as its 24 FPS average falls well below acceptable levels.

The data suggests that the best overall experience, balancing visual quality and performance, is achieved with Medium settings at 1440p. This configuration offers an 82 FPS average, which is smooth and responsive, while still providing a reasonable level of graphical fidelity. For those with 1080p displays, Medium or High both work well, but Medium offers the best frame-time consistency with its recorded minimum of 109 FPS. Users with 4K displays should accept that the RTX 4060 is not well-suited for high or ultra presets, and should instead prioritize Low or Medium depending on their tolerance for frame rate dips.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 plays a central role in this combo's performance, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. The GPU is based on the AD107 chip with Ada Lovelace architecture, manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 raster operation pipelines. The boost clock is rated at 2460 MHz, with a base clock of 1830 MHz. These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s, which are moderate figures for a modern graphics card.

The RTX 4060's memory configuration is a key factor in its performance at higher resolutions. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. This is a relatively narrow memory interface, which can become a bottleneck in memory-intensive scenarios such as 4K rendering. The data supports this, as the frame rate drops disproportionately from 1440p to 4K compared to the drop from 1080p to 1440p. At 1080p High, the GPU delivers 97 FPS; at 1440p High, it delivers 62 FPS; and at 4K High, it delivers 33 FPS. The 4K result is less than half of the 1440p result, indicating that the memory bandwidth is likely insufficient to feed the GPU's compute units at that resolution.

The GPU's FP32 performance is rated at 15.11 TFLOPS, which is a measure of its raw compute capability. In Hitman 2, this translates to decent performance at lower resolutions but falls short at 4K. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark score for this GPU is 2302, and its Passmark G3D score is 19545. These synthetic benchmarks align with the gaming results, showing that the RTX 4060 is a mid-range performer. Its percentile ranking among all GPUs is 61, meaning it outperforms 61 percent of the tested GPUs in the database. This places it in the upper half but not near the top tier.

The nearest rivals to the RTX 4060, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Radeon HD 7790 with a score of 17666 and a delta of -0.2 percent, the AMD Radeon 780M with a score of 17588 and a delta of 0.3 percent, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 with a score of 17551 and a delta of 0.5 percent. These comparisons show that the RTX 4060 is statistically similar to these GPUs in raw compute terms, though the gaming performance will vary by title. In Hitman 2, the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests that it is not enough for 4K Ultra settings, where the average FPS falls to 24. The GPU's 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores are present but do not appear to provide a significant advantage in this game, as the measured FPS does not show any ray tracing or DLSS-related gains.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has a combo rank of 2018 out of 3711 tested combinations in Hitman 2. This places it in the 54th percentile of all combos, meaning it performs better than 54 percent of the tested systems. This mid-pack ranking reflects the imbalance between the high-end CPU and the mid-range GPU. The CPU is a top-tier processor, ranking in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 61st percentile. The combo rank is heavily influenced by the GPU's limitations, especially at higher resolutions.

In the context of Hitman 2, this ranking means that the system is not among the top performers, but it is also not severely underpowered. The 3711 tested combos likely include a wide range of hardware, from budget integrated graphics to flagship GPUs. A rank of 2018 suggests that this combo is solid for 1080p and 1440p gaming but will struggle at 4K, as the measured FPS data confirms. The combo's performance is likely constrained by the GPU in most scenarios, as the CPU has ample headroom with its 16 cores and 32 threads.

The delta between this combo and higher-ranked systems is not provided in the data, but the percentile ranking gives a general sense of its standing. For a stealth game like Hitman 2, which may not be as demanding as some AAA shooters, this rank is acceptable. The game was released in 2018, and the hardware is from 2023 and 2025 respectively, so the combination is more than capable of running the game at moderate settings. However, the 4K Ultra preset's 24 FPS average drags down the overall ranking compared to systems with more powerful GPUs.

The data shows that the combo rank is a function of both components, but the GPU's role is more significant in determining the final position. The CPU's high benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 42018 and a Geekbench multicore score of 26736, do not translate directly to gaming performance in this title. Instead, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are the limiting factors. This is a common pattern in gaming benchmarks, where the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a flagship desktop processor with 16 cores and 32 threads, based on the Zen 5 architecture with the Granite Ridge codename. It has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz, with a TDP of 170 W. The CPU features a large L3 cache of 128 MB, which is beneficial for gaming workloads that require frequent data access. Its process node is 4 nm at TSMC, with 16,630 million transistors on a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The memory support is DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 171 FPS, which indicates that the CPU is not bottlenecking at this resolution. The 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample processing power for the game's AI and physics systems. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2259 and multi-core score of 42018 are strong indicators of its capability. In single-threaded tasks, which are common in games, the CPU's 5.70 GHz boost clock helps maintain high frame rates.

The CPU's benchmark scores in the database include a 3DMark max threads score of 17184 and a Passmark multithread score of 70255. These scores place the CPU in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, showing that it is a top-tier performer. The nearest rivals to the 9950X3D include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 with an average score of 75738 and a delta of 0.1 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D with a score of 75716 and a delta of 0.1 percent. These rivals are statistically tied with the 9950X3D, meaning that in terms of overall CPU performance, there is little to separate them.

For Hitman 2 specifically, the CPU's performance is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The frame rate drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with GPU-bound behavior, as the CPU can handle the increased resolution without a corresponding drop in performance. The data shows that at 4K Low, the combo achieves 58 FPS, which is likely limited by the GPU's memory bandwidth rather than the CPU. The CPU's 128 MB L3 cache is particularly useful for gaming, as it reduces memory latency and improves data throughput.

The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 1292 and Passmark single-thread score of 4737 indicate strong single-core performance, which is crucial for games that rely on a primary thread. In Hitman 2, the stealth mechanics and NPC AI may benefit from this, but the overall frame rate is still dictated by the GPU. The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU has more headroom. At 1080p Low, the 171 FPS result suggests that the CPU can drive the GPU to its maximum potential, but the GPU's 15.11 TFLOPS and 118.1 GPixel/s limit the absolute ceiling.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 97 FPS.

Q: Is the combo playable at 4K Ultra?

A: No, the 4K Ultra preset delivers an average of 24 FPS, which is well below a playable threshold.

Q: What resolution and settings provide the best balance of visual quality and performance?

A: The data suggests that 2560x1440 with Medium settings offers an 82 FPS average, which is smooth and provides a good balance.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790?

A: The RTX 4060 has a Passmark G3D score of 19545, while the Radeon HD 7790 has a score of 17666, with a delta of -0.2 percent, meaning they are statistically similar.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations in Hitman 2?

A: The combo ranks 2018 out of 3711 tested combinations, placing it in the 54th percentile.

Q: Does the CPU become a bottleneck at 4K?

A: No, the data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as even at Low settings the average FPS is 58, which is constrained by GPU memory bandwidth.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data is organized by resolution and settings, with average FPS provided for all configurations. For the Medium preset, minimum and maximum FPS values are also recorded. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 171 FPS average, Medium achieves 129 FPS with a minimum of 109 and maximum of 148, High achieves 97 FPS, and Ultra achieves 72 FPS. These results show a clear progression from Low to Ultra, with a 99 FPS difference between the lowest and highest presets.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 110 FPS average, Medium delivers 82 FPS with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95, High delivers 62 FPS, and Ultra delivers 46 FPS. The 1440p results are approximately 35 percent lower than the corresponding 1080p results across all presets, indicating a consistent scaling factor. The Medium preset at 1440p has a narrower range between minimum and maximum, suggesting more stable frame times than at 4K.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 58 FPS, Medium averages 44 FPS with a minimum of 37 and maximum of 50, High averages 33 FPS, and Ultra averages 24 FPS. The 4K Medium preset shows a 13 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, which is the largest relative variance in the data. The 4K results are significantly lower than 1440p, with the High preset dropping from 62 FPS to 33 FPS, a 47 percent reduction. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that averages below 30 FPS, making it unusable for smooth gameplay.

The data also shows that the Low preset at 4K (58 FPS) outperforms the Ultra preset at 1440p (46 FPS) by 12 FPS, which highlights the impact of settings over resolution. The Medium preset at 4K (44 FPS) is slightly lower than the High preset at 1440p (62 FPS), but the difference is not as large as one might expect. This suggests that for users with 4K displays, dropping to Low settings can provide a playable experience, whereas using High or Ultra settings will result in sub-30 FPS performance. The measured FPS breakdown provides a comprehensive view of the combo's capabilities across all tested configurations, allowing users to choose the optimal balance for their specific hardware and preferences.