Hitman 2

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-14700K?

A: The benchmark data shows a negligible difference. The i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70104, while the i7-14700K scores 70074, resulting in a deltaPct of 0. The two processors are effectively identical in performance.

Q: What is the GPU percentile ranking for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?

A: The RTX 5060 sits at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 30109, placing it in a tight cluster with rivals like the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, which scores 30097 with a 0 deltaPct.

Q: Which resolution and settings combination delivers the highest average frame rate for this combo?

A: The data shows the highest average FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings, reaching 180.2 FPS. This is followed by 114.6 FPS at 2560x1440 Low and 103.7 FPS at 1920x1080 High.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested CPU-GPU combinations in Hitman 2?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 866th out of 1795 tested combos in this game. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the database.

Q: What is the performance delta between the RTX 5060 and its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT?

A: The deltaPct between the two is exactly 0, meaning their average benchmark scores are statistically tied. The RTX 5060 scores 30109, while the RX 7700 XT scores 30097.

Q: Does the CPU's performance percentile suggest it is a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: The CPU is at the 96th percentile among all processors, with a multi-thread score of 52425 in Passmark. Given its high standing, it is unlikely to limit the GPU in most scenarios, though the game's engine behavior at specific settings matters.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear progression across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 74.4 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. However, dropping to High raises the average to 103.7 FPS, a substantial gain of nearly 30 FPS. The Medium preset yields 138.9 FPS, and Low reaches 180.2 FPS. For most users, the High preset at 1080p offers the best balance between visual fidelity and frame rate headroom, as it maintains well over 100 FPS while preserving meaningful graphical quality.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 68 FPS, which is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes. The Medium preset jumps to 89.7 FPS, providing a much safer buffer. Low reaches 114.6 FPS, while Ultra falls to 48.5 FPS. The data suggests that Medium is the optimal choice at 1440p, as it delivers near-90 FPS performance while still offering a reasonable visual step up from Low. The Ultra preset at this resolution dips below 50 FPS, which is likely to feel stuttery in a stealth game where precise timing matters.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more constrained. High averages 32.6 FPS, Medium 48.8 FPS, and Low 61.8 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 28.8 FPS, which is barely playable. For 4K, the Low preset is the only one that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. Given that the game's genre rewards smoothness and quick reactions, the Low preset at 4K is the recommended choice, as it sacrifices some visual detail for a playable frame rate. The Medium preset at 48.8 FPS might be acceptable for slower playstyles, but the data indicates a clear performance cliff between Medium and High.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF brings substantial processing power to this combination. With 20 cores and 28 threads, it is a high-end desktop part built on the Raptor Lake architecture. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.60 GHz provide strong single-thread performance, which is reflected in a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6290. Multi-core performance is equally impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44557 and a Passmark multi-thread score of 52425.

In the context of Hitman 2, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and handle game logic. The data shows that this processor is unlikely to be a limiting factor in most scenarios, given its 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700K (deltaPct 0) and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (deltaPct -0.4), indicating that it performs on par with the best consumer processors available. The L3 cache of 33 MB shared across cores helps with game asset streaming, and the dual-channel memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 offers flexibility in system configuration.

The CPU's high single-thread score of 4480 in Passmark single-thread testing is particularly relevant for Hitman 2, which is known to rely on a few heavily threaded tasks. The boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that these tasks execute quickly, reducing frame time spikes. In combination with the RTX 5060, the CPU provides enough headroom that the GPU becomes the primary determinant of frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 866th out of 1795 tested combos in Hitman 2. This places it in the 48th percentile of all combinations, meaning it outperforms roughly half of the tested systems while lagging behind the other half. Given the CPU's 96th percentile ranking, this middling combo position is primarily attributable to the GPU's more modest 73rd percentile standing.

The data reveals that the CPU is substantially stronger than the GPU in this pairing. The i7-14700KF's average benchmark score of 70104 places it near the top of the processor hierarchy, while the RTX 5060's score of 30109 sits closer to the middle of the GPU field. This imbalance means that the combo's overall rank is capped by the GPU's capabilities, particularly at higher resolutions where the graphics card becomes the bottleneck.

At 1920x1080, the combo achieves respectable frame rates across all settings, with even the Ultra preset reaching 74.4 FPS. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU can keep up with the CPU's output. However, at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset drops to 28.8 FPS, indicating that the GPU is overwhelmed by the pixel count. The combo's rank of 866 reflects this mixed performance profile: strong at 1080p, adequate at 1440p, and weak at 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is a mid-range GPU based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU has 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2497 MHz. Its FP32 performance is rated at 19.18 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

In Hitman 2, the GPU's role is to handle geometry, lighting, and post-processing effects. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming at most settings, but at 4K Ultra, the memory bandwidth and capacity may become limiting factors. The GPU's percentile ranking of 73 places it below the top tier, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (deltaPct 0) and the NVIDIA Tesla M60 (deltaPct 0.5).

The measured frame rates show that the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution. At 1920x1080, the RTX 5060 delivers 180.2 FPS on Low and 74.4 FPS on Ultra, indicating a strong performance envelope. At 2560x1440, the range narrows to 114.6 FPS on Low and 48.5 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the GPU struggles, with only the Low preset exceeding 60 FPS at 61.8 FPS. The data suggests that the GPU is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can maintain high frame rates across most settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces a wide range of frame rates depending on the preset. The Low setting averages 180.2 FPS, which is exceptionally high and indicates that the CPU-GPU pairing has ample headroom at this resolution. The Medium preset drops to 138.9 FPS, still well above the threshold for high-refresh-rate displays. High averages 103.7 FPS, and Ultra settles at 74.4 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance reduction of approximately 59%, with the largest single drop occurring between Medium and High.

At 2560x1440, the performance curve shifts downward. Low averages 114.6 FPS, which remains very playable. Medium drops to 89.7 FPS, High to 68 FPS, and Ultra to 48.5 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra represents a 58% reduction in frame rate, similar to the 1080p scaling. The High preset at 68 FPS is borderline for 60 Hz displays, while Medium at 89.7 FPS offers a comfortable margin.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low averages 61.8 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium drops to 48.8 FPS, High to 32.6 FPS, and Ultra to 28.8 FPS. The data shows a steep performance cliff between Medium and High, with a 33% drop in frame rate. The Ultra preset at 28.8 FPS is below the playability threshold for most users, making Low the only viable option at 4K.

Across all resolutions, the scaling from Low to Ultra follows a consistent pattern, with the largest performance penalty occurring at the highest preset. The data indicates that the combo is well-suited for 1080p gaming at any setting, capable of 1440p gaming at Medium or High, and limited to Low settings at 4K for a smooth experience.