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2021

Hitman 3

Performance overview

Hitman 3 provides a refined experience across PlayStation hardware. On PS5, the game targets an 1800p resolution at a virtually locked 60fps, supplemented by PC ultra textures, 8x anisotropic filtering, and sub-10-second loading times. PS4 Pro is an anomaly among last-gen systems by offering a 1080p performance mode targeting 60fps alongside a 1440p30 option. Base PS4 runs capped at 30fps. PS5 is easily the recommended way to play due to higher image clarity, fluid performance, and drastically reduced load times.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 5

65
Fair
Editorial summary

Hitman 3 on PS5 delivers a pristine 1800p presentation at a near-flawless 60fps. Visual enhancements include PC ultra-level textures, 8x anisotropic filtering, and screen-space reflections. Fast SSD loading under ten seconds significantly improves quality of life when replaying missions.

Standard Mode

PS5
Recommended
Target FPS
60
Typical FPS
40–60
Output
1800p
Internal
1800p–1800p
native

Outputs at 1800p with ultra textures and 8x anisotropic filtering.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 4 Pro

74
Good
Editorial summary

PS4 Pro is unique among last-gen platforms in offering an uncapped 1080p60 option in addition to a 1440p30 resolution mode. Although the 60fps mode experiences minor fluctuations, it provides a noticeably smoother experience than other last-gen consoles.

1080p60 Mode

PS4 Pro
Recommended
Target FPS
60
Typical FPS
Output
1080p
Internal
1080p–1080p
native

Outputs at 1080p resolution with visual quality close to other last-gen configurations.

1440p30 Mode

PS4 Pro
Target FPS
30
Typical FPS
30
Output
1440p
Internal
1440p–1440p
native

Higher image sharpness at 1440p resolution.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 4

56
Below average
Editorial summary

Base PS4 runs Hitman 3 capped at 30fps, incorporating overall Glacier engine upgrades like screen-space reflections across both new and legacy content.

Standard Mode

PS4
Recommended
Target FPS
30
Typical FPS
30
Output
Internal

Includes core visual engine updates including screen-space reflections.

Known issues

Miami Mission Cutscene Frame Rate Drop
minor

A minor stutter during the intro cutscene for the legacy Miami mission from Hitman 2 causes framerates to drop to near 40fps.

Status: ActiveType: performancePlatform: PS5

Video analysis

Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.

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Frequently asked

Answers built from the verified data on this page.

What frame rate does Hitman 3 run at on PS5?

On PS5, Hitman 3 offers 1 graphics mode: Standard Mode targets 60 FPS at 1800p.

What is the PSFoundry Performance Score of Hitman 3?

Hitman 3 scores 74/100 on PS4 Pro. The Performance Score measures technical performance only — frame rate, image quality, graphics modes, visual features, responsiveness, loading and stability — not how good the game is.

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