Hitman 2

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination delivers a distinct performance profile in Hitman 2, with the data indicating a system that scales predictably across resolutions but ultimately becomes GPU-bound at the highest fidelity settings. The measured frames per second reveal a clear hierarchy: the 1080p results are exceptionally high, while the 4K Ultra setting struggles to maintain playable fluidity. This analysis breaks down the component roles and provides precise settings guidance based on the measured rows.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings, demonstrating that the rendering load scales dramatically with pixel count. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 182 FPS at 1920x1080 to 116 FPS at 2560x1440, and then to 62 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 66% reduction in average FPS from 1080p to 4K at Low, which is a substantial decline that highlights the GPU's workload at higher resolutions.

The Medium preset shows a similar pattern: 136 FPS at 1080p, 87 FPS at 1440p, and 46 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 4K at Medium is exactly 90 FPS, or a 66% drop, mirroring the Low preset's relative scaling. For High settings, the numbers are 103 FPS, 66 FPS, and 35 FPS respectively, which is a 68 FPS decline from 1080p to 4K, or 66% lower. The Ultra preset is the most punishing: 76 FPS at 1080p, 49 FPS at 1440p, and just 26 FPS at 4K. The 50 FPS difference between 1080p and 4K at Ultra is a 66% reduction as well, indicating that the scaling factor is consistent regardless of the graphics preset.

This uniform percentage drop across all settings strongly suggests that the limiting component at higher resolutions is the GPU. The RX 7700's rendering capabilities are being tasked with an increasing pixel count, and the average FPS at 4K High (35 FPS) and 4K Ultra (26 FPS) fall below the generally accepted threshold for smooth gameplay. Conversely, at 1080p, even the Ultra preset achieves 76 FPS, which indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data to maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a smaller absolute FPS loss than the transition from 1440p to 4K at Low and Medium, but the relative percentage drop remains near-constant, underscoring that resolution scaling is the dominant factor in this data set.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores indicate a strong multi-threaded capability, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22604 and a single-core score of 3191. In the context of Hitman 2, a stealth game that typically relies on a mix of AI simulation and physics, these scores are relevant. The processor's 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 and max-thread score of 7307 are nearly identical, which suggests that the CPU's performance scales well with thread count up to its physical and logical limits.

The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. The High preset achieves 103 FPS, which is a solid result, but the Low preset at 182 FPS shows that the CPU can push frame rates much higher when the GPU load is reduced. This indicates that the i5-13400F has sufficient headroom to handle the game's logic at high frame rates. However, the gap between Low (182 FPS) and Ultra (76 FPS) at 1080p is 106 FPS, which is a significant spread that is primarily attributable to the GPU's rendering workload. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS with an average score of 25284 and a deltaPct of 0, and the Intel Core 5 120 with a score of 25362 and a deltaPct of -0.3. These rivals are closely matched in overall CPU benchmarks, but the i5-13400F's specific core and clock configuration provides a solid foundation for gaming.

The 3DMark single-thread score of 960 and the Passmark single-thread score of 3634 are modest, but they are sufficient for Hitman 2's requirements. The processor's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache likely help with the game's level streaming and entity management. The benchmark results do not show any CPU-related frame drops in the measured FPS data, as the min FPS values are only provided for the Medium preset at each resolution. At 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 116, at 1440p Medium it is 74, and at 4K Medium it is 39. These minimums are all proportionally lower than the average FPS, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's role appears to be stable and non-limiting across all tested configurations.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is the primary driver of the measured FPS differences. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The GPU's boost clock is 2459 MHz, with a game clock of 2041 MHz. Its Passmark G3D score of 20974 places it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon R9 370X (deltaPct -0.1), the AMD Radeon RX 9060 (deltaPct -1), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (deltaPct -1.7). The RX 7700's average benchmark score of 15852 is slightly below the RTX 3060 Ti's 16129, but the measured FPS in Hitman 2 shows it is capable of high performance at lower resolutions.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is a notable asset for Hitman 2, as the game's large, detailed levels can consume significant memory at high resolutions and Ultra settings. The 4K Ultra preset runs at an average of 26 FPS, which is below playable thresholds, but this is not a VRAM capacity issue—it is a raw compute limitation. The GPU's FP32 performance of 25.18 TFLOPS and texture rate of 393.4 GTexel/s are the likely bottlenecks at 4K Ultra. The data shows a clear progression: 4K Low at 62 FPS, 4K Medium at 46 FPS, 4K High at 35 FPS, and 4K Ultra at 26 FPS. This 36 FPS drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is the largest absolute difference among the tested resolutions, indicating that the GPU's shading and texture units are heavily taxed by the Ultra preset's effects.

At 1080p, the GPU's performance is excellent, with Low at 182 FPS and High at 103 FPS. The RX 7700's 96 ROPs and 160 TMUs are sufficient to handle the pixel and texture workload at this resolution. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2865 is a synthetic measure that aligns with the GPU's mid-range positioning. The data suggests that the RX 7700 is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Hitman 2, but it falls short of maintaining high frame rates at 4K with higher presets. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s is ample, as the measured FPS does not show any signs of VRAM-related stuttering, and the min FPS values at Medium settings (116 at 1080p, 74 at 1440p, 39 at 4K) are all within a reasonable range relative to the averages.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p, the High preset at 103 FPS is an excellent choice, offering a strong balance of visual quality and smoothness. The Ultra preset at 76 FPS is also viable for players who prioritize maximum fidelity, as it remains above 60 FPS. However, the Medium preset at 136 FPS is the best for high-refresh-rate monitors, providing a significant frame rate boost with only a modest reduction in visual features. The Low preset at 182 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rate is the sole objective, as the visual downgrade is substantial.

At 1440p, the High preset at 66 FPS is the recommended choice for a smooth experience, as it stays above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 87 FPS is also an excellent option, offering a better margin for demanding scenes and a more responsive feel. The Ultra preset at 49 FPS is borderline, and players may experience occasional dips below 60 FPS, making it a less desirable choice for this resolution. The Low preset at 116 FPS is overkill for most displays, but it is available for those with 144Hz or higher monitors.

At 4K, the data is less favorable. The Low preset at 62 FPS is the only configuration that maintains an average above 60 FPS, but it comes with significant visual compromises. The Medium preset at 46 FPS is playable but not ideal, and the High preset at 35 FPS and Ultra at 26 FPS are not recommended for a satisfying experience. For 4K, the Low preset is the only sensible option, and players with 4K displays may prefer to use a lower resolution or accept the visual trade-offs. The measured min FPS values for Medium at each resolution (116 at 1080p, 74 at 1440p, 39 at 4K) provide a safety margin, but the 4K Medium min FPS of 39 is below the 60 FPS target.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable at 1080p with this CPU/GPU combo?

A: The highest measured average FPS at 1920x1080 is 182 FPS, which is achieved with the Low settings preset.

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

A: The data shows that at 3840x2160, only the Low preset reaches an average of 62 FPS. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, High averages 35 FPS, and Ultra averages 26 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Ultra preset compared to the 4K Ultra preset?

A: The 1080p Ultra preset averages 76 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset averages 26 FPS, making the 1080p result 50 FPS higher, or 192% faster.

Q: What is the min FPS for the Medium preset at 1440p?

A: The measured minimum FPS for the 2560x1440 Medium preset is 74 FPS, with an average of 87 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS.

Q: Which settings preset provides the best experience at 1440p?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 averages 66 FPS, making it a solid choice. The Medium preset at 87 FPS is also recommended for a higher frame rate margin.

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 has a Passmark G3D score of 20974, while its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 16129, resulting in a deltaPct of -1.7 for the RX 7700.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured FPS values for each resolution and settings preset.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 35 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 62 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 46 | 39 | 53 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 26 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | High | 66 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 116 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 87 | 74 | 100 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 49 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | High | 103 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 182 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 136 | 116 | 157 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 76 | — | — |

The data shows that the 1080p Medium preset provides the best balance of high average FPS (136) and a documented min FPS of 116, ensuring a consistent experience. The 4K Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 26 FPS, which is 50 FPS lower than the 1080p Ultra preset. The overall combo rank in game is 1371 out of 3001 combinations, indicating that this system is positioned in the upper-middle tier for Hitman 2 performance. The measured data confirms that the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 are a capable pairing for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring significant settings reductions to achieve playable frame rates.