Hitman 2

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

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. Its base clock is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and it carries 20 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 1.25 MB per-core L2 and 80 KB per-core L1 cache. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with PCIe Gen 5 providing 16 lanes from the CPU itself.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-13400F demonstrates strong multithreaded capability. Its 3DMark 16-thread score reaches 7314, while the 2-thread score is 1880, and the max-thread score hits 7307. Single-thread performance in 3DMark is 960, and 4-thread and 8-thread scores are 3459 and 5591 respectively. Cinebench results reinforce this pattern: R15 multicore scores 2278, R20 multicore 8892, and R23 multicore 22604. Single-core Cinebench scores are 321 in R15, 1255 in R20, and 3191 in R23. Geekbench multicore and single-core scores are 11068 and 1996, respectively. PassMark multithread score is 25032, with single-thread at 3634. The CPU's percentile versus all CPUs is 77, and its average benchmark score is 25292.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i5-13400F sits in a tight competitive band. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS posts an average score of 25284, a 0% delta. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, a -0.3% delta relative to the i5-13400F, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D also scores 25365, another -0.3% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H achieves 25201, a 0.4% delta. These margins are tiny — the i5-13400F is effectively tied with all four rivals in aggregate CPU performance, with differences under half a percent. This means any frame rate differences in Hitman 2 between these CPUs would be negligible at most settings.

For Hitman 2, a stealth game from 2018, the CPU's 16 threads provide ample headroom. The game's engine is not especially demanding on modern multicore processors, and the i5-13400F's single-thread score of 960 in 3DMark and 3634 in PassMark single-thread suggest strong per-core performance that handles game logic, AI, and physics without bottlenecking the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 159 FPS average, which indicates the CPU can feed frames well above typical display refresh rates.

# GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip, fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm process. It houses 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs, along with 28 ray tracing cores. The GPU has a base clock of 1700 MHz, a boost clock of 2990 MHz, and a game clock of 2400 MHz. Memory is 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, with a memory clock of 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective) and bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU's pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s, texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 21.43 TFLOPS. Its TDP is 132 W, requiring a 300 W suggested PSU and a single 8-pin power connector.

In GPU benchmarks, the RX 9060 scores 3322 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 88183 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 39476 in Geekbench Vulkan. PassMark G3D score is 17631, with G2D at 1002, and GPU compute at 9919. DirectX scores in PassMark are 104 for DX10, 182 for DX11, 44 for DX12, and 280 for DX9. The GPU's percentile versus all GPUs is 59, with an average benchmark score of 16014.

Nearest rivals show the RX 9060's positioning. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, a -0.7% delta relative to the RX 9060, meaning the RX 9060 is slightly ahead. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862 (1% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852 (1% delta), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15679 (2.1% delta). These are small margins, placing the RX 9060 within a few percent of its immediate competitors.

For Hitman 2, the 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient at 1080p and 1440p, where texture loads are modest. At 4K, the game's High and Ultra settings may pressure VRAM, but the measured FPS data suggests the bottleneck shifts to raw compute rather than memory capacity alone. The 288.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the game's art assets, but the 128-bit bus means the GPU relies more on cache efficiency and clock speed. The boost clock of 2990 MHz is high, helping the GPU maintain throughput in scenes with many NPCs and dynamic lighting typical of stealth gameplay.

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

The measured FPS data reveals clear resolution scaling patterns. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 90 at 1080p, to 58 at 1440p, down to 31 at 4K. That is a 35.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 65.6% drop from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the numbers are 159 at 1080p, 102 at 1440p, and 54 at 4K — a 35.8% drop to 1440p and a 66.0% drop to 4K. Medium settings show 119 at 1080p, 76 at 1440p, and 41 at 4K, with drops of 36.1% and 65.5% respectively. Ultra settings yield 66 at 1080p, 43 at 1440p, and 23 at 4K, representing drops of 34.8% and 65.2%.

The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings is striking. Whether at Low or Ultra, moving from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 35% of performance, and moving to 4K costs about 65%. This uniformity indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect smaller percentage drops at lower settings where the CPU has more work relative to the GPU. Instead, the scaling is nearly identical regardless of quality preset, which is a hallmark of GPU-bound performance.

At 1080p Low, the 159 FPS average suggests the CPU can still push high frame rates, but even here the GPU may be limiting. The fact that 1080p Ultra only reaches 66 FPS, while 1080p Low hits 159, shows the GPU's workload scales dramatically with settings. The i5-13400F's 16 threads are unlikely to bottleneck at these frame rates, as the CPU's single-thread and multithread scores are strong relative to the game's age. The data points to the RX 9060 as the component that determines playability, particularly at 4K where even Low settings only produce 54 FPS.

# How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This combination of Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1739 out of 3001 tested combos in Hitman 2. That places it in the 42nd percentile of all combinations tested — slightly below the median. Given that the CPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs and the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile among all GPUs, the combo's overall rank is dragged down by the GPU's mid-tier positioning.

The combo rank of 1739 suggests that while the CPU is above average, the GPU's performance in this specific game holds the pair back. The RX 9060's nearest rivals include the RTX 3060 Ti, which posts a slightly lower average benchmark score but the performance in Hitman 2 specifically could vary. The R9 370X and RX 7700 are within 1% of the RX 9060's average score, meaning combos using those GPUs with similar CPUs would likely land in the same general ranking region.

For context, being at 1739 of 3001 means there are 1262 combos that perform worse and 1738 that perform better. This is a mid-pack result, not a top-tier gaming rig. The i5-13400F's strong CPU scores cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the combo delivers playable frame rates across all settings, but at 4K, even Low settings barely reach 54 FPS. The ranking reflects this mixed capability — strong for esports or 1080p gaming, but not competitive with high-end GPU combinations at 1440p or 4K.

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

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on settings selection. At 1080p, all four presets are playable: Low averages 159 FPS, Medium 119 FPS, High 90 FPS, and Ultra 66 FPS. For players seeking the smoothest experience, Low offers well over 144 FPS, while Medium still exceeds 100 FPS. High is perfectly playable at 90 FPS, and even Ultra maintains 66 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for most displays. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 101 and maximum of 137 show good frame time consistency, making it a strong choice for 1080p.

At 1440p, the picture changes. Low averages 102 FPS, Medium 76 FPS, High 58 FPS, and Ultra 43 FPS. Medium is the sweet spot here — it stays above 60 FPS on average with a minimum of 65 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay. High dips to 58 FPS average, which may cause noticeable stutter on 60 Hz displays. Ultra at 43 FPS is borderline. Low at 102 FPS is excellent for high refresh rate monitors but sacrifices visual quality.

At 4K, the options are limited. Low averages 54 FPS, Medium 41 FPS, High 31 FPS, and Ultra 23 FPS. Only Low approaches playability, and even it falls short of 60 FPS. Medium's minimum of 35 FPS and maximum of 47 FPS indicate inconsistent frame delivery, which can be jarring in a stealth game where precise timing matters. For 4K, the data suggests that Low is the only reasonable preset, and even then, players should expect sub-60 FPS performance.

The best overall experience depends on resolution. For 1080p, Medium provides 119 FPS average with a 101 FPS minimum — the best balance of visual quality and performance. For 1440p, Medium again stands out with 76 FPS average and 65 FPS minimum. For 4K, Low is the only viable option at 54 FPS average. Given that the game's genre rewards smooth, responsive gameplay over maximum visual fidelity, Medium at 1080p or 1440p offers the most consistent experience without dropping below 60 FPS.

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

1920x1080:

• Low: 159 FPS average
• Medium: 119 FPS average, 101 FPS minimum, 137 FPS maximum
• High: 90 FPS average
• Ultra: 66 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 102 FPS average
• Medium: 76 FPS average, 65 FPS minimum, 88 FPS maximum
• High: 58 FPS average
• Ultra: 43 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 54 FPS average
• Medium: 41 FPS average, 35 FPS minimum, 47 FPS maximum
• High: 31 FPS average
• Ultra: 23 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern across resolutions. At 1080p, every preset delivers more than 60 FPS, with Low nearly reaching 160 FPS. The Medium preset has the only reported minimum and maximum values across all resolutions, indicating it was measured with additional frame time data. At 1440p, Low and Medium exceed 60 FPS, while High and Ultra fall below. At 4K, only Low exceeds 50 FPS, and Ultra drops to 23 FPS — a 4.0% performance level relative to 1080p Low.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at each setting is consistent, as noted earlier. Medium shows the most complete data with minimums and maximums at every resolution: 101-137 at 1080p, 65-88 at 1440p, and 35-47 at 4K. The frame ranges tighten as resolution increases, which is typical of GPU-bound scenarios where higher resolutions smooth out CPU-side frame time variance. The minimum FPS values at 1440p Medium (65) and 4K Medium (35) are notably close to their averages, suggesting stable frame pacing without severe hitches.

# FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 60 FPS at 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1080p, all four presets exceed 60 FPS on average: Low 159 FPS, Medium 119 FPS, High 90 FPS, and Ultra 66 FPS. The Medium preset also maintains a minimum of 101 FPS, ensuring consistent frame delivery.

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

A: Only at Low settings, which average 54 FPS. Medium averages 41 FPS, High 31 FPS, and Ultra 23 FPS. None of the presets reach 60 FPS at 4K, so players should expect sub-60 performance or reduce resolution.

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

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, with nearest rivals within 0.4%: the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284 (0% delta), Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 (-0.3% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 (-0.3% delta), and AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201 (0.4% delta). The differences are negligible.

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

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, scores 16129, which is 0.7% higher. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862 (1% lower), the AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15679 (2.1% lower).

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Medium is the best choice at 1440p, averaging 76 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS. Low averages 102 FPS but sacrifices visual quality. High drops to 58 FPS average, which may cause stutter on 60 Hz displays, and Ultra averages only 43 FPS.

Q: Where does this combo rank among all tested combinations?

A: This combo ranks 1739 out of 3001 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places it below the median, reflecting the GPU's mid-tier performance despite the CPU's above-average standing at the 77th percentile among all CPUs.