Inside

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 holds rank 2414 out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Inside. That places this pairing in the lower-middle portion of all tested configurations, which makes sense given the CPU's age relative to the GPU's newer architecture. The CPU sits at the 75th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks at the 72nd percentile among all graphics cards. Neither component is a standout in its own right, but the combination is more than adequate for this game.

What matters more than the raw rank is how this combo behaves in practice. Inside is a puzzle platformer, not a demanding AAA shooter, so the bottleneck here is rarely the hardware. The recorded data shows that every single preset at every resolution clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. The combo's rank reflects its position relative to much more powerful systems, but for this specific title, the ranking undersells the actual experience. The CPU's average benchmark score of 21484 and the GPU's average score of 26331 both indicate mid-pack hardware, yet the game's modest requirements mean this pairing never breaks a sweat.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The recorded data shows an average of 76 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. Even the most demanding preset at the highest resolution remains fully playable.

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

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 deliver an average of 122 FPS, so there is no reason to drop below the maximum preset. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) exceed 60 FPS at this resolution.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 2600 scores within 1.2% of its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900H, 0.7% behind the Intel Xeon D-1746TER, and 1.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 9454. These are effectively identical performance levels.

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

A: The RTX 5060 is within 1.2% of its nearest rivals. It trails the AMD Radeon 860M by 0.3%, trails the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 by 0.3%, trails the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary by 0.8%, and leads the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT by 1.2%. The differences are negligible for gaming purposes.

Q: Is there any resolution where this combo falls below 60 FPS?

A: No. The lowest recorded average is 76 FPS at 4K Ultra. Every other preset and resolution combination produces higher averages, with the minimum recorded FPS across all tests being 109 FPS (at 4K Medium).

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 155 (Ultra) to 205 (Low). Medium averages 189 FPS, and High averages 158 FPS. The minimum recorded value at any 1080p preset is 161 FPS, so the experience is consistently smooth.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 76 FPS. The data shows this is the best choice for visual quality, as even the heaviest settings leave a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 122 FPS. This is the recommended preset for this resolution. The minimum recorded FPS across all 1440p presets is 144 FPS at Medium, and Ultra's average of 122 FPS still leaves substantial headroom.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 155 FPS. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution, as the minimum recorded FPS at any preset is 161 FPS (Medium). Ultra provides the best image quality without sacrificing smoothness.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (0.2% faster), Intel Core i9-11900H (0.5% faster), Intel Xeon D-1746TER (0.7% slower), and AMD EPYC 9454 (1.2% faster). These processors will produce nearly identical frame rates in Inside, as the game is not CPU-bound at these performance levels. If you are building a system around comparable processing power, any of these chips will behave similarly in this title.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon 860M (0.3% faster), NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (0.3% faster), AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (0.8% faster), and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (1.2% slower). Any of these graphics cards paired with a similar CPU would produce frame rates within a few percent of what the RTX 5060 achieves. The RX 6750 XT is the closest match in terms of overall performance, though it sits slightly behind.

The practical takeaway is that this combo sits in a performance cluster where component swaps within the rival lists will not meaningfully change the Inside experience. All of these alternatives clear the 60 FPS threshold at every resolution with room to spare.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the recorded data shows the following averages: Low settings produce 157 FPS, Medium produces 128 FPS with a minimum of 109 and maximum of 148, High produces 80 FPS, and Ultra produces 76 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is notable, dropping from 128 to 80 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is smaller at 4 FPS.

At 2560x1440, Low settings average 183 FPS, Medium averages 169 FPS with a minimum of 144 and maximum of 195, High averages 128 FPS, and Ultra averages 122 FPS. The step from Medium to High is the largest single drop at 41 FPS, while High to Ultra is again a modest 6 FPS difference.

At 1920x1080, Low settings average 205 FPS, Medium averages 189 FPS with a minimum of 161 and maximum of 217, High averages 158 FPS, and Ultra averages 155 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 16 FPS, from Medium to High is 31 FPS, and from High to Ultra is only 3 FPS.

The pattern across all resolutions is consistent: the largest performance hit occurs when moving from Medium to High, while the High to Ultra transition costs relatively little. This suggests that the High preset introduces a significant graphical feature or effect that Medium does not use, while Ultra adds only minor enhancements on top of High.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with exceptional margin. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at 76 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 122 FPS. At 1920x1080, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 155 FPS.

The data shows no configuration below the 60 FPS threshold anywhere. The lowest recorded average is 76 FPS at 4K Ultra, and the lowest minimum FPS across all tests is 109 FPS at 4K Medium. That means even in the most demanding scenario, this combo maintains a comfortable buffer above the playable threshold.

The practical verdict is simple: run Inside at maximum settings at any resolution. The Ryzen 5 2600, despite being an older mid-range processor, pairs well enough with the RTX 5060 to deliver a flawless experience in this title. The game's modest requirements mean the hardware is never stressed, and the frame rates reflect that. If you own this combo, there is no reason to compromise on visual quality for Inside.