This build delivers a coherent 1440p Hitman experience by addressing the game's dual demands: GPU power for the elevated resolution and CPU strength for reliable crowd and AI simulation. The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X provides the modern Zen 5 architecture and six fast cores that keep frame pacing smooth when dozens of NPCs are active, avoiding the stutters common with older or lower-core CPUs in dense levels. Paired with the ASUS RTX 5070 Prime 12GB, the system has enough VRAM and rasterization performance to maintain high texture and shadow settings at 1440p without forcing reductions in crowd detail. The CPU-GPU balance is intentional. The Ryzen 5 9600X prevents the simulation bottlenecks that often appear first in Hitman, while the 5070 takes over the heavier pixel workload that 1440p creates compared to 1080p. Supporting components reinforce this focus: 16GB DDR5-6000 RAM gives the CPU fast memory for AI calculations, the ASUS Prime B650-PLUS WIFI motherboard supplies a stable AM5 platform with future upgrade room, and the 1TB Kingston NV3 SSD keeps level loads quick so you return to gameplay rapidly. The rest of the build avoids mismatched priorities. The Thermalright Peerless Assassin cooler keeps the efficient 65W CPU quiet and cool under load, the Montech AIR 903 case supplies excellent airflow for the 250W GPU, and the 650W MSI power supply meets requirements with headroom. The result is a practical, targeted system that prioritizes responsive stealth gameplay and detailed visuals at 1440p without wasting budget on overkill components.