Hitman 2

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a balanced mid-range combination for Hitman 2, delivering playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K remains a challenge. The data shows this CPU and GPU combo ranks 1049th out of 1795 tested combos in this game, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The cache layout includes 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s and uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-10400F scores 4,748 in 3DMark's 16-thread test and 688 in the single-thread test. Cinebench R23 results show a multicore score of 10,297 and a single-core score of 1,453. The processor's percentile vs all CPUs is 73, and its average benchmark score is 14,168. Compared to its nearest rivals, it sits within a tight band: it is 0.4% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7552, but 0.8% behind the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C, 1.1% behind the Intel Core i5-8500, and 1.2% behind the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546.

For Hitman 2, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 4060 at lower resolutions. The benchmark results indicate that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 171.7 FPS, while at 1440p Low it hits 108.3 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p Low shows a 37% reduction in frame rate, suggesting the GPU is becoming more relevant. However, at Ultra settings across all resolutions, the frame rates drop dramatically, indicating that the game's ultra preset imposes heavy demands that this combo cannot fully satisfy. The CPU's single-thread performance, measured at 1,453 in Cinebench R23, appears adequate for Hitman 2's engine, as the frame rates at Medium and High settings scale consistently with resolution changes.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The data provides clear guidance on which settings preset to use. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 97.4 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Medium at 1080p yields 129.3 FPS, and Low reaches 171.7 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 70.7 FPS, which is still playable but shows a significant performance cost over High.

At 1440p, the High preset produces 61.1 FPS, making it the minimum viable option for a smooth experience. Medium at 1440p gives 83.8 FPS, offering headroom, while Low hits 108.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls to 43.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users.

At 4K, the picture changes considerably. High at 4K manages only 33.8 FPS, and Medium drops to 42.3 FPS. Low at 4K reaches 58.5 FPS, which is borderline playable. Ultra at 4K is effectively unplayable at 23.3 FPS.

Based on these measured rows, the High preset at 1080p provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, with 97.4 FPS. For users prioritizing frame rate, Medium at 1080p offers a substantial boost to 129.3 FPS without the visual degradation of Low. At 1440p, High at 61.1 FPS is the recommended choice, but users with high-refresh-rate monitors should consider Medium at 83.8 FPS. The Ultra preset should be avoided at all resolutions due to the sharp performance penalty.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

Analyzing the measured FPS across resolutions reveals the scaling behavior. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 97.4 FPS at 1080p to 61.1 FPS at 1440p and 33.8 FPS at 4K. This represents a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 45% drop from 1440p to 4K. The cumulative drop from 1080p to 4K is 65%.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 129.3 FPS at 1080p, 83.8 FPS at 1440p, and 42.3 FPS at 4K. The relative drops are 35% and 50%, respectively. Low settings show 171.7 FPS at 1080p, 108.3 FPS at 1440p, and 58.5 FPS at 4K, with drops of 37% and 46%.

The pattern across all settings indicates that the RTX 4060 becomes the limiting component as resolution increases. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth is likely strained at 4K, particularly at High and Ultra presets. At 1080p and 1440p, the frame rates at Low and Medium settings suggest the CPU can keep pace, but the GPU's compute capability, measured at 15.11 TFLOPS FP32, determines the ceiling at higher resolutions. The data shows the combo is not 4K-capable for this game, as even Low settings at 4K only reach 58.5 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 achieves a rank of 1049 out of 1795 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested combinations, meaning roughly 42% of combos perform worse.

This ranking reflects the mid-range positioning of both components. The CPU's percentile vs all CPUs is 73, indicating it outperforms most processors in general benchmarks, but the GPU's percentile vs all GPUs is 66, suggesting it is slightly less dominant relative to its peers. The combo's ranking in Hitman 2 is lower than the individual component percentiles might suggest, indicating that the game's requirements favor other combinations.

The RTX 4060's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, scores 0.6% higher on average, while the Intel Arc B580 scores 0.7% lower. This tight competition in GPU benchmarks means the combo's exact rank depends heavily on game-specific optimization. The i5-10400F's nearest rivals show a similarly narrow margin, with the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C just 0.8% ahead. In Hitman 2, the measured frame rates at 1080p High (97.4 FPS) place this combo firmly in the upper-middle tier, capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at medium settings but not competitive with top-tier combos that would push Ultra settings past 100 FPS.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Hitman 2 at 60 FPS on High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the measured frame rate at 1440p High is 61.1 FPS, which just barely meets the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming?

A: The High preset at 1080p delivers 97.4 FPS, offering a strong balance. Medium reaches 129.3 FPS if you prefer higher frame rates.

Q: Is 4K gaming feasible with this combo?

A: Only at Low settings, which achieves 58.5 FPS. High at 4K drops to 33.8 FPS, and Ultra is unplayable at 23.3 FPS.

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

A: The i5-10400F is 0.4% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7552 but 0.8% behind the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C in average benchmark score.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to the AMD Radeon RX 6600M?

A: The RTX 4060 scores 0.6% lower than the RX 6600M in average benchmark score, making them nearly equivalent.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the RTX 4060?

A: The launch MSRP is 299 USD.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data for the Intel Core i5-10400F with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 in Hitman 2 is as follows:

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 58.5 FPS
• Medium: 42.3 FPS
• High: 33.8 FPS
• Ultra: 23.3 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 108.3 FPS
• Medium: 83.8 FPS
• High: 61.1 FPS
• Ultra: 43.9 FPS

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 171.7 FPS
• Medium: 129.3 FPS
• High: 97.4 FPS
• Ultra: 70.7 FPS

At 1080p, all presets deliver playable frame rates, with even Ultra exceeding 70 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 101 FPS, highlighting the significant performance cost of the Ultra preset. At 1440p, the Ultra preset falls below 45 FPS, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The 4K results show that only Low settings approach playability, with a 35.2 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution.

The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at High or Medium settings, with 1440p High being the upper limit for a 60 FPS experience. The RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus, combined with the i5-10400F's 6-core architecture, create a system that excels at mainstream resolutions but struggles with 4K and the Ultra preset across all resolutions.