Hitman 2

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 312th out of 1,795 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it comfortably in the top 17.4% of all configurations. This is a strong showing for a CPU that sits at the 72nd percentile among all processors, paired with a GPU at the 84th percentile among all graphics cards. The combination clearly leverages the GPU's substantial rendering muscle while the four-core, eight-thread CPU provides adequate feeding for the game's engine.

In practical terms, this combo outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for Hitman 2, but it is not at the absolute top tier. The data indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant partner in this pairing, as the i3-12100F's modest core count occasionally limits frame rates at lower resolutions where the CPU becomes a more significant factor. The CPU's average benchmark score of 13,516 places it just 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i7-1250U, showing it punches well above its entry-level positioning in synthetic tests. However, Hitman 2's engine scales with both single-thread performance and multi-core throughput, and the i3-12100F delivers strong results in both areas, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,912 and a single-core score of 1,681.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the clear performance driver in this configuration. Built on the 5 nm Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD104 chip, this GPU offers 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1,313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed, while the core operates at 1,980 MHz base and 2,475 MHz boost. These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s, with FP32 compute rated at 35.48 TFLOPS.

In Hitman 2, the GPU's role becomes increasingly critical as resolution rises. At 4K, the frame rate scales almost linearly with settings, dropping from 90.8 FPS on Low to 40.9 FPS on Ultra — a 55% reduction in performance as visual fidelity increases. The 12 GB VRAM capacity proves sufficient even at Ultra settings on 4K, as the measured 40.9 FPS average indicates the GPU is compute-bound rather than memory-limited. The RTX 4070 SUPER's benchmark scores reinforce its capability, with a Passmark G3D score of 29,995 and an average benchmark score of 42,576, placing it just 0.2% behind the NVIDIA RTX A6000 and 0.3% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE.

# FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform compared to other systems tested for Hitman 2?

A: This configuration ranks 312th out of 1,795 tested combos, placing it in the top 17.4% of all systems. The GPU's 84th percentile ranking among all graphics cards is the primary driver of this strong position, with the CPU's 72nd percentile ranking providing sufficient support.

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

A: The data shows 1440p High as the sweet spot, delivering 93.5 FPS average, while 1440p Ultra drops to 71.5 FPS. At 1080p, even Ultra settings achieve 111.6 FPS, making that resolution viable for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER overkill for this CPU at lower resolutions?

A: Benchmark results indicate the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 264.1 FPS — suggesting the CPU may constrain maximum frame rates. The i3-12100F's 4-core, 8-thread configuration is sufficient but not excessive for Hitman 2's engine.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER's average benchmark score of 42,576 is 0.2% below the NVIDIA RTX A6000 and 0.3% below the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, while sitting 1.4% above the AMD Radeon Pro 580X and 1.6% above the NVIDIA Tesla M40. This places it firmly in the upper-midrange tier.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 4K High, the combo delivers 49.2 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. Dropping to 4K Medium yields 66.6 FPS, while 4K Low achieves 90.8 FPS. 4K Ultra drops to 40.9 FPS, which may be too low for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the components?

A: The CPU has a launch MSRP of $97, while the GPU has a launch MSRP of 599 USD. These figures reflect the original pricing at release and do not account for market fluctuations.

# Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings in Hitman 2. At 1080p, all settings levels deliver playable frame rates, with Low at 264.1 FPS, Medium at 199.8 FPS, High at 152.9 FPS, and Ultra at 111.6 FPS. For competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, 1080p Low or Medium offers well above 144 FPS. However, for most users, 1080p High provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance, staying comfortably above 150 FPS.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts to High settings, which delivers 93.5 FPS — smooth for most displays. Dropping to Medium yields 128.3 FPS, which is ideal for 120Hz monitors, while Low reaches 169.5 FPS. Ultra at 1440p drops to 71.5 FPS, which is still playable but sacrifices the headroom needed for demanding scenes. For 4K gaming, Medium settings at 66.6 FPS offer the best playable experience, while High at 49.2 FPS and Ultra at 40.9 FPS may cause noticeable stutter in action-heavy sequences. Low at 4K achieves 90.8 FPS but significantly reduces visual fidelity, making Medium the recommended compromise.

The data suggests that this combo performs best at 1440p High or 1080p Ultra, where the GPU's capabilities are fully utilized without exceeding the CPU's feeding capacity. Users prioritizing frame rate over visuals should opt for 1440p Medium or 1080p Low, while those with 4K displays should stick to Medium settings for a consistent experience.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 264.1 FPS average — the highest frame rate recorded across all tests, indicating minimal CPU or GPU bottleneck at this resolution and settings level.
• Medium: 199.8 FPS average — still far above any refresh rate standard, providing exceptional smoothness.
• High: 152.9 FPS average — ideal for 144Hz displays, with headroom for demanding scenes.
• Ultra: 111.6 FPS average — fully playable on high-refresh monitors, though the gap from High to Ultra (41.3 FPS) shows the cost of max settings.

2560x1440:

• Low: 169.5 FPS average — a 35.8% drop from 1080p Low, showing the resolution's impact on GPU load while remaining very high.
• Medium: 128.3 FPS average — excellent for 120Hz panels, with a 35.7% reduction from 1080p Medium.
• High: 93.5 FPS average — the recommended setting for this resolution, offering a 38.9% reduction from 1080p High.
• Ultra: 71.5 FPS average — a 36% drop from 1080p Ultra, still smooth but approaching the threshold where frame drops become noticeable.

3840x2160:

• Low: 90.8 FPS average — surprisingly high for 4K, indicating the GPU's raw power handles even this demanding resolution with ease at minimal settings.
• Medium: 66.6 FPS average — the best 4K option for balanced gameplay, providing a 26.7% reduction from 1440p Medium.
• High: 49.2 FPS average — a 47.4% drop from 1440p High, showing the exponential cost of 4K rendering.
• Ultra: 40.9 FPS average — the most demanding configuration tested, with a 42.8% reduction from 1440p Ultra, making it the only setting that falls below 60 FPS at any resolution.

The scaling pattern across resolutions is consistent: each step from Low to Ultra at the same resolution costs roughly 25-30% performance, while moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 35-40%, and from 1440p to 4K by an additional 45-50%. This data confirms the RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary determinant of performance, with the i3-12100F providing sufficient support at all tested configurations.