Hitman 2

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the AMD Radeon 760M produces a combination that ranks near the very bottom of the database for Hitman 2, sitting at position 2990 out of 3001 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 0.4% of all systems tested, a ranking that reflects the fundamental performance ceiling imposed by the integrated GPU. The data indicates this is a configuration built for productivity that happens to run games, rather than a gaming-focused machine. The combination's percentile ranking for the CPU is 95, placing it among the top 5% of all processors, yet the GPU's percentile of 35 drags the overall gaming experience down dramatically. The disparity between the CPU's elite standing and the GPU's below-average position defines the character of this system in Hitman 2: a massively capable processor starved of graphical throughput.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2990 out of 3001 tested combinations places it in the bottom percentile of all systems tested for Hitman 2, making it one of the weakest configurations in the entire database for this title. This is a striking result given the processor's pedigree, as the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 sits in the 95th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77740. The CPU's nearest rivals in raw processing power include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX, which scores 76513 (1.6% lower), and the Intel Core i9-14900K, which scores 79097 (1.7% higher). These comparisons show the processor operating in elite company, yet the measured frame rates in Hitman 2 tell a completely different story.

The bottleneck is unambiguous: the Radeon 760M integrated graphics, which ranks in only the 35th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 6019. This places it in direct competition with the AMD Radeon RX 6400 (0.3% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M (0.3% faster), and the NVIDIA Quadro P2000 (0.5% faster). The GPU's performance in synthetic tests like 3DMark Steel Nomad (a score of 400) and Passmark G3D (5310) confirms its position as an entry-level graphics solution. When paired with a top-tier processor, the result is a severe imbalance that manifests as consistently low frame rates across all tested configurations in Hitman 2.

The gaming data shows that even at the most favorable settings, the system struggles to achieve playable frame rates. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo manages 49 FPS, which is the only measured configuration that approaches smooth gameplay. The gap between CPU capability and GPU delivery is so wide that the system's ranking reflects not a failure of the processor, but rather the inherent limitations of relying on integrated graphics for a demanding stealth title like Hitman 2. The rank of 2990 out of 3001 is a clear signal that users seeking this game's experience should look elsewhere or significantly adjust their expectations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best achievable frame rate for this combo in Hitman 2?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 49, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only configuration that breaks the 40 FPS barrier, with the next closest being Medium settings at the same resolution, which produces 37 FPS.

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

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 77740 on average, which is 1.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (76513) and 2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX (76212). It trails the Intel Core i9-14900K by 1.7%, which scores 79097.

Q: What is the GPU's synthetic benchmark standing relative to dedicated graphics cards?

A: The Radeon 760M scores 6019 on average, placing it 0.3% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6400 (6001) and 0.3% behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M (6000). It is 0.5% faster than the NVIDIA Quadro P2000 (6049).

Q: Does the system perform better at 1080p or 1440p for this game?

A: The data shows a clear advantage for 1080p. At Medium settings, 1080p yields 37 FPS compared to 24 FPS at 1440p. At Low settings, 1080p delivers 49 FPS versus 32 FPS at 1440p. The gap narrows at High settings, where 1080p produces 28 FPS and 1440p produces 18 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in Hitman 2 performance?

A: The GPU is overwhelmingly the limiting component. The CPU ranks in the 95th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks in only the 35th percentile. The measured frame rates, which peak at 49 FPS on Low settings, are consistent with GPU-bound performance rather than CPU limitations.

Q: Are there any settings where the game is comfortably playable?

A: Only one configuration reaches a playable threshold: 1920x1080 with Low settings at 49 FPS. All other settings and resolutions produce average frame rates below 40 FPS, with 4K Ultra dropping to just 7 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, built on a 4nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a TDP of 55W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 64 MB L3 cache. This processor represents the Strix Halo generation, released in January 2025, and supports LPDDR5X memory across a quad-channel interface with 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, the processor demonstrates exceptional multi-threaded capability, scoring 35314 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 5463 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. Single-thread performance is equally strong, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2464 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2044. The Passmark multi-thread score of 54934 and single-thread score of 4147 further reinforce its position as a top-tier mobile processor.

For Hitman 2, however, the CPU's role is largely theoretical. The game was released in November 2018, and its engine is not designed to leverage 32 threads in any meaningful way. The processor's 16 cores and 32 threads provide immense headroom for background tasks and streaming, but the measured frame rates show that this headroom goes unused. The data indicates that even at 1080p Low settings, where the CPU's influence would be most pronounced, the system produces only 49 FPS. This suggests that the CPU is never the bottleneck; instead, the Radeon 760M's 512 shading units and 16 ROPs are overwhelmed by the game's rendering demands.

The processor's memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s is a notable asset for an integrated GPU setup, as the Radeon 760M relies on system memory rather than dedicated VRAM. However, the GPU's memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," meaning it shares the same LPDDR5X channels. While this bandwidth is substantial, it does not compensate for the GPU's modest compute resources, which include 5.323 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. The CPU's role in this configuration is to provide a seamless platform for the GPU to operate, but it cannot overcome the fundamental limitations of the integrated graphics solution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Hitman 2 reveals a system that struggles across all resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system achieves 49 FPS on Low settings, 37 FPS on Medium settings, 28 FPS on High settings, and 21 FPS on Ultra settings. The Medium settings row includes a minimum of 31 FPS and a maximum of 42 FPS, indicating noticeable variance during gameplay. The jump from Low to Medium costs 12 FPS, while the jump from Medium to High costs 9 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 7 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings produce 32 FPS, Medium produces 24 FPS with a range of 20-27 FPS, High produces 18 FPS, and Ultra produces 13 FPS. The step from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings costs 17 FPS, representing a 35% reduction. At Medium settings, the drop is 13 FPS, and at High settings, it is 10 FPS. These reductions are consistent with a GPU-bound scenario where pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor.

At 3840x2160, the system's performance collapses. Low settings yield 17 FPS, Medium produces 13 FPS with a range of 11-14 FPS, High produces 10 FPS, and Ultra produces 7 FPS. None of these configurations approach playability, and the data suggests that 4K is simply not a viable option for this combo in Hitman 2. The progression from 1080p to 1440p to 4K at Low settings shows a decline from 49 to 32 to 17 FPS, respectively. At High settings, the decline is from 28 to 18 to 10 FPS. These numbers paint a clear picture of a GPU that is overwhelmed by the game's demands at higher resolutions, with the CPU's substantial processing power unable to compensate.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling analysis reveals a system that is heavily GPU-limited. Comparing 1080p to 4K at Low settings, the frame rate drops from 49 FPS to 17 FPS, a 65% reduction. At Medium settings, the drop is from 37 FPS to 13 FPS, a 65% reduction as well. At High settings, the drop is from 28 FPS to 10 FPS, a 64% reduction. These consistent percentage drops across settings indicate that the GPU's rendering throughput scales linearly with pixel count, which is the hallmark of a system where the graphics processor is the sole bottleneck.

The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a similar pattern. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 49 to 32 FPS, a 35% reduction. At Medium settings, it drops from 37 to 24 FPS, a 35% reduction. At High settings, it drops from 28 to 18 FPS, a 36% reduction. The consistency of these reductions across different settings levels confirms that the GPU is operating at its maximum capacity regardless of the graphical preset chosen. The CPU's utilization is likely low throughout, as evidenced by the fact that even the most CPU-intensive scenario (1080p Low) produces only 49 FPS.

The data also shows that the GPU's performance ceiling is reached even at 1080p. The fact that Low settings at 1080p yields only 49 FPS, while the same settings at 1440p yields 32 FPS, indicates that the GPU is not being held back by any other component. If the CPU were limiting performance, we would expect to see similar frame rates across resolutions at the same settings, since the CPU workload does not scale with resolution. Instead, the clear correlation between pixel count and frame rate points exclusively to the Radeon 760M's rendering capabilities as the limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the only configuration that approaches a playable experience is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which produces an average of 49 FPS. This is the sole measured setup that exceeds 40 FPS, and it provides a playable, though not ideal, experience for Hitman 2. The Medium settings at the same resolution produce 37 FPS, which is borderline playable but may feel sluggish during action sequences. The variance data for Medium settings shows a range of 31-42 FPS, indicating that some scenes will dip below comfortable levels.

For users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1080p with Medium settings at 37 FPS is the best compromise, as it offers improved visuals over Low while maintaining a frame rate that is only 12 FPS lower. However, the data suggests that High settings at 1080p (28 FPS) and Ultra settings at 1080p (21 FPS) are not recommended, as they fall well below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The step from Medium to High costs 9 FPS, which is a significant reduction for what is likely a modest visual improvement.

At 1440p, the frame rates are uniformly below playable thresholds, with the best result being 32 FPS at Low settings. This resolution is not recommended for this combo, as even the lowest settings produce frame rates that are 17 FPS lower than the equivalent 1080p configuration. The 4K resolution is entirely unsuitable, with all settings producing average frame rates below 20 FPS. The data indicates that users should stick to 1080p and accept Low or Medium settings to achieve the best possible experience with this hardware configuration in Hitman 2.