Hitman 2

Hitman 2 is a demanding stealth title, and the benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the Intel Arc B390 reveals a configuration that is strictly limited by its graphics processor. The combination ranks in the 11th percentile of all tested systems, placing it firmly in entry-level territory for this specific game. The measured frame rates show that while the CPU has sufficient headroom, the GPU consistently becomes the bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions and detail settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination in Hitman 2?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F and Intel Arc B390 combo ranks 2662 out of 3001 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 11% of all systems benchmarked for this game.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its closest rivals in the database?

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score of 1482 is just 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% higher than the GeForce 800M, and 2.5% higher than the GeForce GT 625 OEM. This places it in a performance class with these older, low-end graphics solutions.

Q: What is the best performance the combo can achieve at 1080p?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 80 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At the more visually demanding Medium preset, the average drops to 60 FPS, and at High, it falls to 46 FPS.

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

A: No, the data shows it cannot. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 27 FPS on Low to a mere 11 FPS on Ultra, with the High preset yielding only 16 FPS. These results are not playable for a smooth experience.

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

A: The Core i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17177. This is 0.3% higher than the AMD EPYC 7H12 and 0.6% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U, while being 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-12450H and 0.6% lower than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates recorded for the Medium preset?

A: The data includes minimum FPS figures for the Medium settings. At 1080p, the minimum is 51 FPS, at 1440p it is 33 FPS, and at 2160p it drops to 17 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The performance degradation from 1080p to 4K is steep and clearly identifies the graphics card as the primary limiting factor. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 46 FPS at 1920x1080 to 29 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 37%. Moving further up to 3840x2160, the average plunges to 16 FPS, which is a 65% drop from the 1080p result and a 45% drop from the 1440p result. This pattern of significant frame rate loss at higher resolutions is a classic indicator of GPU-bound performance.

The scaling on the Low preset is even more dramatic. Starting at 80 FPS at 1080p, the average falls to 51 FPS at 1440p, a 36% decrease. At 4K, the average is only 27 FPS, representing a 66% drop from the 1080p baseline. The fact that even the least demanding settings cannot maintain playable frame rates at 4K reinforces the conclusion that the Intel Arc B390's rendering capabilities are exhausted by the pixel count.

The Medium preset shows a similar trajectory, with averages of 60 FPS at 1080p, 39 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 2160p. The frame rate is nearly halved with each step up in resolution, moving from a smooth experience to a stuttering one. The data suggests a near-linear relationship between pixel count and performance, which is characteristic of a system where the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the constraining factors, rather than the CPU's ability to feed the renderer. The consistent pattern across all settings confirms that resolution scaling is the single most significant performance variable for this combo.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Rocket Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its performance profile, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14340 and a single-core score of 2024, places it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, suggesting it holds up well in general processing tasks. In the context of Hitman 2, the CPU's role appears to be a supporting one, as the frame rates are consistently limited by the GPU.

The benchmark results show that the CPU is not the bottleneck at lower resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 80 FPS. If the CPU were the primary constraint, we would expect to see this frame rate remain relatively constant regardless of resolution, but the data shows it falls to 27 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the CPU has the capacity to render frames faster than the GPU can output them, a situation that is only exposed when the GPU is given less work to do.

However, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are still relevant. Hitman 2 is a game that can utilize multiple cores, and the i5-11400F's multi-threaded performance provides a stable foundation. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support ensure data can be fed to the GPU without major delays. While the GPU is clearly the weak link in this pairing, the CPU is not necessarily overqualified; rather, it is simply not being fully utilized because the graphics card cannot keep pace, leaving performance on the table in this specific configuration.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of an Intel Core i5-11400F and an Intel Arc B390 ranks 2662 out of 3001 tested system configurations for Hitman 2. This places it in the bottom 11% of all results, indicating that the vast majority of tested systems deliver higher frame rates. The rank is a composite measure that reflects the system's overall capability in this game, and the low standing is directly attributable to the graphics card's weak performance.

The GPU's own percentile ranking of 9 out of 100 underscores this point. Its average benchmark score of 1482 puts it in the company of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, which it leads by just 1.3%, and the GeForce 800M, which it leads by 1.5%. These are legacy, low-power mobile and entry-level desktop parts, and the Arc B390's performance is statistically almost identical to them. This means the system's 2662nd rank is almost entirely a reflection of the GPU's placement in the performance hierarchy.

The CPU, on the other hand, ranks in the 71st percentile, showing it is a capable mid-range processor. This creates a significant imbalance in the system. The data suggests that while the CPU is a solid foundation, the GPU is holding the entire system back. Any improvement in the graphics card would likely result in a substantial jump in the combo's rank, as the CPU has demonstrated it can support much higher frame rates than the Arc B390 is capable of delivering.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combo provide a comprehensive look at its performance across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is only playable on the Low preset, where it achieves an average of 80 FPS. The Medium preset produces an average of 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS, which is borderline for a smooth experience. High settings yield an average of 46 FPS, and Ultra drops to 34 FPS, both of which are sub-optimal for fast-paced gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the situation deteriorates. The Low preset manages an average of 51 FPS, which is acceptable, but the Medium preset falls to 39 FPS with a minimum of 33 FPS. High and Ultra presets are not viable, with averages of 29 FPS and 21 FPS respectively. The 4K resolution (3840x2160) is entirely unplayable, with all presets failing to reach a consistent 30 FPS. The Low preset averages 27 FPS, Medium averages 21 FPS (with a minimum of 17 FPS), High averages 16 FPS, and Ultra averages just 11 FPS.

These numbers clearly delineate the system's capabilities. For a target of 60 FPS, the only option is 1080p with Low settings. For a target of 30 FPS, 1080p with Medium or High settings is possible, and 1440p with Low settings is also achievable. The data shows a clear and consistent gradient of performance, with no anomalies or unexpected results, confirming that the system's behavior is predictable and stable across different configurations.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience for this system is at 1920x1080 with the Low preset, which delivers an average of 80 FPS. This is the only configuration that provides a comfortably smooth frame rate above the 60 FPS threshold and offers the most headroom for action-heavy scenes. While the Medium preset at 1080p reaches an average of 60 FPS, its minimum of 51 FPS suggests that there could be noticeable dips in performance during demanding moments, making it a less consistent option.

For users who prioritize visual fidelity over a high frame rate, the 1080p High preset is a viable choice, with an average of 46 FPS. This is still a playable experience, though not as fluid as the lower presets. The Ultra preset at 1080p, with an average of 34 FPS, is not recommended as it approaches the lower limit of playability and the visual upgrade over High may not justify the significant performance cost.

The data suggests that playing at 2560x1440 is only feasible with the Low preset, which provides an average of 51 FPS. This could be an option for users with a 1440p monitor who are willing to sacrifice all visual extras. However, the 1080p Medium preset offers a better balance of visual quality and performance, with a higher minimum frame rate (51 FPS vs 33 FPS) than the 1440p Low preset. The 4K resolution should be avoided entirely, as no settings preset yields an acceptable frame rate. The optimal strategy is to stay at 1080p and adjust the preset from Low to High based on the user's preference for speed or visual quality, with the understanding that the system is fundamentally limited to 1080p gaming for this title.