Hitman 2

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the Intel Arc B370 ranks 2768 out of 3001 tested combinations in Hitman 2. This places the combo in the lower 8% of all tested systems, indicating that this pairing is not optimized for this particular title. The rank reflects a fundamental imbalance: the CPU is a mid-range desktop processor with strong synthetic scores, while the GPU is an integrated-class part with minimal dedicated graphics resources. Benchmark results show that this combo struggles to maintain playable frame rates at higher settings, with the data suggesting that the graphics component is the primary bottleneck. The percentile ranking for the GPU alone sits at 5, meaning it outperforms only a small fraction of all GPUs in the database, while the CPU percentile rests at 72, a substantial gap that highlights where the system's weakness lies.

When compared to the nearest rivals in terms of overall average benchmark scores, the CPU holds its own. The AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18697, a delta of -0.1% from the i5-12400's 18683 average. The Intel Core i7-1355U trails by -0.3% with a score of 18730, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 is -0.7% behind at 18811. The Intel Core i3-14100F is 0.9% ahead with 18519. These margins are negligible, confirming that the CPU is not the limiting factor in Hitman 2 performance. The GPU, however, tells a different story. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 1186 (a -0.2% delta), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1190 (-0.5%), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1192 (-0.7%), and the AMD FirePro M2000 at 1168 (+1.4%). The Arc B370's average benchmark score of 1184 places it in very dated company, reinforcing that this combo's low rank stems almost entirely from graphics capability.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 provides the computational foundation for this combo, and in Hitman 2, it is more than adequate for the task. This processor features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process, delivers strong single-threaded performance that is essential for stealth games like Hitman 2, where AI logic and physics calculations often depend on rapid single-core responses. Synthetic benchmarks confirm this: the 3dmark single-thread score is 910, while the 2-thread score reaches 1692. The 4-thread score of 3012 and 8-thread score of 4745 show reasonable scaling, and the max-thread score of 5890 indicates that the CPU can handle multi-threaded workloads when needed.

The cache hierarchy—80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3—provides ample fast memory for game data. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 15989 and singlecore score of 2257 demonstrate that this CPU is competitive with far more expensive parts. The Geekbench multicore score of 8564 and singlecore score of 1848 further validate this. Passmark results show strong integer math at 58366 and floating-point math at 45494, which are relevant for game logic and physics simulation. The data compression score of 226908 and encryption score of 11418 are less directly relevant to gaming but indicate general computational strength.

In Hitman 2, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and manage the game's simulation. Given that the combo ranks poorly overall, the data suggests that even a capable CPU like this one cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations. The 3dmark 16-thread score of 5873 and the passmark multithread score of 18747 show that the CPU is not being fully utilized in this game at most settings, as frame rates drop dramatically when resolution increases, pointing to GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU's 65 W TDP and Intel Socket 1700 compatibility make it a standard desktop part, but its performance headroom is wasted in this pairing.

# GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the decisive factor in this combo's modest performance. This GPU is built on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a Panther Lake chip, fabricated on Intel's 3 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, but its memory configuration is the critical weakness: the VRAM is "System Shared," meaning it relies on system memory rather than dedicated graphics memory. The memory bus width is also "System Shared," and bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which introduces variability depending on the host system's RAM configuration. This is a fundamental constraint for Hitman 2, a game that benefits from dedicated VRAM for texture storage and rendering buffers.

The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. It includes 10 ray tracing cores, though Hitman 2's implementation of ray tracing is limited in the measured settings. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, while FP32 performance reaches 6.144 TFLOPS. These are modest figures for a modern game. The 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 places the Arc B370 in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, which means it performs worse than approximately 95% of tested graphics cards. This is a severe limitation.

The TDP of 25 W and the "IGP" slot width indicate this is an integrated graphics solution, not a discrete card. It has no power connectors and relies on the system's power delivery. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, so software compatibility is modern, but the hardware simply lacks the throughput for demanding games. In Hitman 2, the GPU's role is to render the detailed environments, character models, and lighting effects. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 73 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 10 FPS. This dramatic scaling demonstrates that the GPU is overwhelmed by higher resolutions and settings, and the system shared memory exacerbates the issue by competing with the CPU for bandwidth.

# FAQ

Q: Why does this combo rank so low in Hitman 2 despite having a capable CPU?

A: The combo ranks 2768 out of 3001 due to the GPU's limitations. The Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs with a 3dmark Steel Nomad score of 1184, while the CPU is in the 72nd percentile. The GPU's system-shared memory and integrated-class design create a bottleneck that the CPU cannot overcome.

Q: What is the best frame rate this combo can achieve in Hitman 2?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 73 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At the same resolution with Medium settings, it drops to 54 FPS, and at High settings, it falls to 41 FPS. Ultra settings at 1080p yield only 30 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 18683. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643, scores 18697 with a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core i7-1355U is -0.3% behind at 18730, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 is -0.7% behind at 18811. The Intel Core i3-14100F is 0.9% ahead with 18519.

Q: Is the GPU competitive with any existing graphics cards?

A: The Intel Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 1186 (-0.2% delta), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1190 (-0.5%), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1192 (-0.7%). These are all older, low-performance parts, indicating the Arc B370 is not competitive with modern GPUs.

Q: What is the impact of system-shared memory on performance?

A: The GPU has "System Shared" memory with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent." This means the graphics performance varies with the system's RAM configuration. In Hitman 2, this is evident in the low frame rates at higher settings, as the GPU struggles to access texture data efficiently compared to a dedicated VRAM solution.

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

A: At 3840x2160, the highest measured average frame rate is 25 FPS on Low settings. Medium settings yield 19 FPS, High settings produce 14 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 10 FPS. These results are below playable thresholds for most users, indicating 4K is not viable for this combo.

# Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is typical of a GPU-bound system. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 73 FPS, which is the highest recorded average across all configurations. Moving to 2560x1440 at Low settings, the frame rate drops to 46 FPS, a reduction of 27 FPS or approximately 37%. At 3840x2160 Low, the average falls to 25 FPS, another 21 FPS drop. This scaling suggests that the GPU's pixel throughput is the limiting factor, as the CPU has ample headroom to handle the increased resolution demands.

For Medium settings, the pattern is similar: 54 FPS at 1080p, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 19 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 19 FPS, and from 1440p to 4K is 16 FPS. At High settings, the figures are 41 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and 14 FPS at 4K, showing a consistent halving of frame rates as resolution doubles. Ultra settings are the most demanding: 30 FPS at 1080p, 19 FPS at 1440p, and 10 FPS at 4K.

The fact that even Low settings at 4K cannot exceed 25 FPS indicates that the GPU is severely underpowered for high-resolution rendering. The 25 W TDP and 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 performance are simply insufficient for the pixel count at 3840x2160. The system-shared memory further compounds this, as memory bandwidth is dependent on the system's RAM, which is shared with the CPU. The data suggests that reducing resolution has a disproportionately positive effect on frame rates at lower settings, but even at 1080p, the combo cannot maintain high FPS at Ultra settings, capping at 30 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is the definitive bottleneck, and the CPU's performance advantages are irrelevant at higher resolutions.

# Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's priority for frame rate versus visual fidelity. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 73 FPS, which is the only configuration that approaches the 60 FPS threshold commonly desired for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 54 FPS, which is playable but with some stutter potential, as the minimum FPS is 46 and maximum is 63. High settings at 1080p drop to 41 FPS, which is borderline for a stealth game that requires precise timing. Ultra settings at 1080p produce 30 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset offers 46 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings at 1440p provide 35 FPS with a minimum of 30 FPS and maximum of 40 FPS, which may be acceptable for slower-paced stealth gameplay. High settings at 1440p drop to 26 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 19 FPS, both of which are too low for comfortable play. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only achieve 25 FPS, making 4K impractical for this combo.

The best experience per the measured rows is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, as it is the only configuration that exceeds 60 FPS. For users who prefer Medium settings, 1080p at 54 FPS is the next best option, and the minimum FPS of 46 ensures that frame times remain relatively stable. If visual quality is paramount, High settings at 1080p at 41 FPS is the highest preset that remains within a playable range, but it comes with a significant frame rate penalty. The data does not support using Ultra settings at any resolution, as the maximum average FPS is 30 at 1080p, which compromises the smoothness required for stealth mechanics. The recommendation is to prioritize Low or Medium settings at 1080p to maintain acceptable frame rates.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across four settings presets at three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 73 FPS, with no minimum or maximum FPS recorded. The Medium preset at 1080p has an average of 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 FPS and maximum of 63 FPS. The High preset at 1080p produces 41 FPS on average, and the Ultra preset drops to 30 FPS. These figures illustrate that the combo can handle 1080p gaming at lower presets, but the frame rate drops by more than half from Low to Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset yields 46 FPS, the Medium preset averages 35 FPS with a minimum of 30 FPS and maximum of 40 FPS, the High preset achieves 26 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 19 FPS. The 1440p results show a similar pattern to 1080p but at a lower absolute level, with the Low preset being the only one that remains above 40 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 30 FPS indicates that frame times can become inconsistent, which may be noticeable in gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 25 FPS, the Medium preset averages 19 FPS with a minimum of 16 FPS and maximum of 21 FPS, the High preset achieves 14 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 10 FPS. None of these configurations are playable for a game that requires precision, as even the Low preset's 25 FPS is below the standard 30 FPS minimum for interactive experiences. The medium preset's minimum of 16 FPS and maximum of 21 FPS show significant frame time variance, which would result in noticeable stuttering. The progression from 1080p to 4K demonstrates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU's performance remains constant regardless of resolution. The data shows that the combo is only viable at 1080p with Low or Medium settings, and all other configurations result in sub-optimal frame rates.