Hitman 2

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 lands at rank 791 out of 3001 tested combos in Hitman 2, placing it in the top 26% of all configurations. This is a strong result, though not elite, for a stealth title that tends to favor raw GPU throughput over multi-core CPU muscle. The combo’s position reflects a balanced system where the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates across most resolutions, while the 24-core processor ensures the game never becomes CPU-bound at lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 791 out of 3001 tested combinations puts it comfortably in the upper quartile, but the data shows that this pairing does not crack the top tier. The RTX 5080’s average benchmark score of 56083 places it at the 87th percentile among all GPUs, while the Core Ultra 9 275HX sits at the 94th percentile among all CPUs. When combined, the system’s performance in Hitman 2 is strong but not dominant. The gap between the GPU’s percentile and the CPU’s percentile suggests that in this specific game, the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU has headroom to spare.

The nearest rival comparisons for the CPU reinforce this picture. The Core Ultra 9 275HX trails the Intel Xeon w5-3525 by a mere 0.3% in average score, and sits 0.5% behind the AMD EPYC 4484PX. It edges out the Intel Xeon 6515P by 0.7%. These are workstation-class chips with far higher power envelopes, so the mobile Ultra 9 delivering comparable compute scores is notable. For the GPU, the RTX 5080 is 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% ahead of the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, but falls 2.2% behind the Radeon RX 9070 GRE. The 5080’s 87th percentile ranking means it outperforms roughly 87% of all GPUs in the database, yet in Hitman 2’s measured results, the combo still lands outside the top 500, indicating that other pairings with stronger GPUs pull ahead.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s multi-threaded might does not translate into a top-tier gaming rank here. The Ultra 9’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35589 and Geekbench multi-core score of 20795 are exceptional, but Hitman 2’s engine does not appear to scale with 24 threads. The combo’s rank is instead driven by the GPU’s ability to push frames, and at 4K Ultra, the system falls to 33 FPS, which drags down the overall standing. A configuration with a faster GPU would likely rank higher, while the CPU’s contribution remains secondary.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process node, featuring 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus. Memory bandwidth is 960.0 GB/s, which is ample for Hitman 2’s detailed environments at high resolutions. The GPU’s base clock is 2295 MHz, boosting to 2617 MHz, with memory running at 1875 MHz (30 Gbps effective). These clocks are modest for a flagship-class card, but the 10752 shading units and 112 ROPs provide substantial fill rate.

In Hitman 2, the GPU’s role is decisive. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate drops from 79 FPS at Low settings to 45 FPS at High, then to 33 FPS at Ultra. This steep scaling shows that the RTX 5080 is working hard at 4K, and the 16 GB VRAM buffer is sufficient even at Ultra, where the game’s textures and shadow quality demand significant memory. The GPU’s 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 performance is high, but Hitman 2 appears to be heavily rasterization-bound, and the 5080’s pixel rate of 293.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 879.3 GTexel/s are the relevant specs for this title.

The GPU’s nearest rival comparisons show it is competitive but not dominant. The 5080 is 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% ahead of the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, but 2.2% behind the Radeon RX 9070 GRE. In practice, this means the 5080 delivers excellent frame rates at 1440p, but at 4K Ultra, it cannot maintain playable performance, which is the key bottleneck for this combo’s rank. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 36565 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8637 confirm its strong synthetic performance, but real-world Hitman 2 results show that Ultra settings at 4K are beyond its reach.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank in Hitman 2?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination ranks 791st out of 3001 tested combos, placing it in the top 26% of all configurations.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5080’s average benchmark score of 56083 is 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% higher than the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, but it trails the Radeon RX 9070 GRE by 2.2%.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Hitman 2?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo averages 84 FPS, and at Medium settings it averages 112 FPS. These are the sweet spots for smooth gameplay. At 1920x1080, it exceeds 130 FPS on High and reaches 233 FPS on Low.

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

A: At 3840x2160, the combo averages 45 FPS on High and 60 FPS on Medium, but drops to 33 FPS on Ultra. For playable 4K, Medium or High settings are required, as Ultra falls below 40 FPS.

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

A: The Core Ultra 9 275HX’s average benchmark score is 67469, which is 0.3% lower than the Intel Xeon w5-3525 and 0.5% lower than the AMD EPYC 4484PX, but 0.7% higher than the Intel Xeon 6515P.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 5080 is at the 87th percentile among all GPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms 87% of tested graphics cards.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 233 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth for a stealth game. Medium settings drop to 175 FPS, with a minimum of 148 FPS and a maximum of 201 FPS. High settings average 132 FPS, and Ultra settings average 97 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the RTX 5080 is never the bottleneck, and the Core Ultra 9 275HX provides ample CPU headroom. Even at Ultra, the frame rate stays well above 60 FPS, making 1080p gaming a non-issue.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales predictably. Low settings average 149 FPS, which is still very high. Medium settings average 112 FPS, with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 128 FPS. High settings average 84 FPS, and Ultra settings average 62 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a roughly 25-35% reduction in frame rates across settings, which is expected given the increased pixel count. At 1440p Ultra, the 62 FPS average is playable but not ideal for competitive play, while High settings at 84 FPS offer a better balance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to show its limits. Low settings average 79 FPS, which is still playable. Medium settings average 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS. High settings drop to 45 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 33 FPS. The 4K results are the weakest for this combo, with Ultra settings producing a sub-40 FPS experience that is not recommended for smooth gameplay. Medium settings at 60 FPS are the best 4K option, providing a consistent 60 FPS experience, while High settings at 45 FPS are playable but not ideal.

The measured data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p and 1440p, the combo is capable of high frame rates across all settings, with Ultra at 1440p being the lowest acceptable option at 62 FPS. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and only Low or Medium settings can maintain 60 FPS or above. The min and max FPS data for Medium settings at all resolutions indicate relatively stable performance, with the 4K Medium range of 51-68 FPS showing the widest variance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX features 24 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It is built on a 3 nm process node with 17,800 million transistors, and its cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. These specs are impressive for a mobile processor, and its benchmark scores reflect this: Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35589, single-core score of 2204, and Geekbench multi-core score of 20795.

In Hitman 2, the CPU’s role is secondary to the GPU, but it ensures that frame rates do not drop due to processor bottlenecks. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 233 FPS, which is likely near the engine’s frame rate limit, and the CPU’s single-core performance is sufficient to feed the GPU. PassMark single-thread score of 4713 and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 334 indicate strong per-core performance, which is crucial for a game that relies on a few main threads for game logic and AI.

The CPU’s 24 threads provide headroom for background tasks and any game engine threads that use more cores, but Hitman 2 does not appear to heavily utilize multi-threading. The combo’s rank of 791 is not limited by the CPU, as evidenced by the fact that the Ultra 9’s nearest rivals are workstation chips with similar scores. The 0.7% advantage over the Intel Xeon 6515P and the 0.3% deficit to the Intel Xeon w5-3525 show that the CPU is competitive, but the game’s performance is ultimately dictated by the GPU. In this context, the CPU’s 24 cores are more than adequate, and the 94th percentile ranking confirms that it is among the top processors available.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience with this combo in Hitman 2, the measured data points to 2560x1440 as the optimal resolution. At Medium settings, the combo averages 112 FPS, which is smooth and responsive, with a minimum of 95 FPS ensuring no noticeable stutters. High settings at 1440p average 84 FPS, which is also excellent and provides better visual fidelity. For players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1440p Ultra at 62 FPS is acceptable, but the 95 FPS minimum on Medium makes it the safer choice for consistent performance.

At 1920x1080, the combo is overkill, with Low settings hitting 233 FPS and High settings at 132 FPS. The 97 FPS average on Ultra is still very playable, but the visual difference between 1080p Ultra and 1440p High is significant, and the latter provides a better overall experience. For esports-style play, 1080p Low at 233 FPS is the fastest option, but the game’s stealth mechanics do not require such high frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the data shows that Ultra settings are not viable, with an average of 33 FPS. Medium settings at 60 FPS are the best 4K option, providing a playable experience, while High settings at 45 FPS are borderline. For players with a 4K display, Medium settings are recommended to maintain a consistent 60 FPS, as the minimum of 51 FPS on Medium is acceptable. Low settings at 79 FPS are also an option, but they sacrifice too much visual detail for a modest frame rate gain.

The overall recommendation is to play at 2560x1440 with High settings, which offers an 84 FPS average and a good balance of visual quality and performance. Players with high refresh rate monitors can opt for 1440p Medium at 112 FPS, while those with 4K displays should stick to 4K Medium at 60 FPS. The combo’s performance is strongest at 1440p, and the measured data confirms that this resolution is the sweet spot for the RTX 5080 and Core Ultra 9 275HX.