Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D paired with the Intel Arc B580 is a highly capable combination for running Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. Benchmark data shows this system delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, firmly placing it in the upper echelon of tested hardware combinations. The measured performance indicates that this PC will not merely run the game but will do so with a substantial performance buffer, making it an excellent choice for players seeking a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's overall ranking of 2788 out of 3716 tested combinations places it in the 75th percentile of all systems evaluated. This is a strong showing, indicating that the Ryzen 5 5500X3D and Arc B580 together outperform a significant majority of other hardware pairings in this specific title. The ranking reflects a system that is well above average for gaming, particularly for a game like Inside which is not extremely demanding.

This high rank is supported by the individual component strengths. The CPU sits in the 85th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 37018. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and Intel Core Ultra 5 225, score nearly identically at 36945 and 36938 respectively, with a delta of just 0.2%. This shows the 5500X3D is a top-tier performer for its class. Similarly, the GPU, while ranking lower at the 68th percentile among all graphics cards, is far from a weak link. Its average benchmark score is 23021, and its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, scores 23061 (a -0.2% delta), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895 (0.6% delta). This data suggests the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, but the GPU is more than sufficient to drive high frame rates in this title.

The combination of a top-quartile CPU and a solidly above-average GPU results in a system that is exceptionally well-balanced for Inside. The data shows that the bottleneck is unlikely to be a significant factor at any resolution, as the frame rates remain high across the board.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on benchmark data, several other hardware combinations would deliver nearly identical performance to the Ryzen 5 5500X3D and Arc B580 setup. If you are considering alternatives, the following components are direct substitutes.

On the CPU side, the nearest rivals to the Ryzen 5 5500X3D are:

• AMD Ryzen 5 5600F: With an average score of 36945, this chip is within 0.2% of the 5500X3D's performance. It would be a nearly indistinguishable alternative in gaming.
• Intel Core Ultra 5 225: Also scoring 36938, this is another 0.2% delta, offering essentially the same level of processing power.
• AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450: This processor scores 37093, a -0.2% delta, making it slightly faster in synthetic benchmarks but effectively identical in real-world gaming.
• Intel Core i9-12900T: Scoring 37112, this is a -0.3% delta, again showing that performance is within a negligible margin.

For the GPU, the Arc B580's nearest competitors are:

• AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP: With an average score of 23061, this card is -0.2% relative to the B580, meaning it performs almost exactly the same.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080: Scoring 22895, this is a 0.6% delta, putting it slightly behind the B580 in raw benchmark terms.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080: This high-end card scores 23172, a -0.7% delta, which is surprising but indicates that for this specific game, the B580's performance is on par.
• NVIDIA P106-100: A mining card that scores 23249, a -1% delta, again showing similar raw compute capability.

In practical terms, swapping the 5500X3D for any of the listed CPUs, or the B580 for any of the listed GPUs, would result in a system that performs within 1% of this combo in Inside. This provides flexibility in system building if alternative parts are available at different prices or from different vendors.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals an interesting dynamic between the CPU and GPU at different resolutions and presets. The game is clearly capable of running at very high frame rates, and the balance of load shifts as resolution and quality settings change.

At 1920x1080, the system is heavily CPU-bound. The frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 268 FPS and the Medium preset at 217 FPS. Even the Ultra preset achieves 129 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium (51 FPS) is larger than the gap between Medium and Ultra (88 FPS), suggesting that the CPU is able to feed the GPU enough data to maintain these high frame rates, and the GPU is the limiting factor when moving to higher settings. The massive headroom here shows the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the load begins to shift towards the GPU. The frame rates remain very high, with Low at 195 FPS and Ultra at 93 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a 27% drop in performance at the Low preset (from 268 to 195 FPS) and a 28% drop at Ultra (from 129 to 93 FPS). This consistent drop indicates that the GPU is becoming more involved, but the CPU still has enough power to keep frame rates well above playable thresholds.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The Low preset still achieves 123 FPS, but the Ultra preset drops to 58 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a 37% drop at Low (from 195 to 123 FPS) and a 38% drop at Ultra (from 93 to 58 FPS). This larger drop compared to the 1080p to 1440p transition confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The CPU, however, continues to provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the fact that even at 4K Low, the system can produce 123 FPS.

In summary, at 1080p, the CPU is the primary driver, allowing the GPU to run at its maximum potential. At 1440p, the system is well-balanced. At 4K, the GPU is the clear limiting factor, but the CPU ensures that performance is still strong enough to play at High settings.

The Verdict

The data is clear: this PC can absolutely run Inside with outstanding performance. The verdict by resolution is as follows:

• 3840x2160 (4K): The system is playable at High, Low, and Medium settings, with the best playable setting being High at 61 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 58 FPS, which falls just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This means you can enjoy the game at 4K with high visual quality and a smooth frame rate.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): All settings are playable, including Ultra, which achieves an average of 93 FPS. This is a fantastic result, allowing for maximum visual fidelity with a large performance buffer. Even the most demanding preset is well above the playable threshold.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): The system is playable at all settings, with Ultra reaching 129 FPS. This provides an exceptionally smooth experience, ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Low preset hits 268 FPS, showing the system's immense headroom.

In short, this combination is overkill for Inside at 1080p and 1440p, and it is still more than capable at 4K. You will be able to run the game at its highest visual quality at 1440p and 1080p, and at high quality at 4K, all while maintaining frame rates well above the 60 FPS target.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K with maximum settings?*

A: No. At 4K with the Ultra preset, the average frame rate is 58 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, the High preset runs at 61 FPS, so you can play at 4K with high, but not maximum, settings.

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

A: The Ultra preset is fully playable at 1440p, achieving an average of 93 FPS. This is the most demanding preset and provides the best visual quality while staying well above the playable threshold.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and Intel Core Ultra 5 225, score 36945 and 36938 respectively, showing a performance difference of only 0.2%.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: No. At 1080p, the system is CPU-bound, as evidenced by the very high frame rates across all settings. The Low preset hits 268 FPS and Ultra hits 129 FPS, indicating the GPU has plenty of headroom.

Q: What GPU performance is this comparable to?

A: The Intel Arc B580's average benchmark score is 23021. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, scores 23061, a -0.2% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% difference, showing they are all in the same performance class.

Q: What is the playable threshold FPS for this game?

A: The playable threshold for this game is defined as 60 FPS. All settings at 1080p and 1440p, and the High, Medium, and Low settings at 4K, meet or exceed this threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

The table below lists the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold for each resolution.

| Resolution | Best Settings | Average FPS |

| :--------- | :------------ | :---------- |

| 3840x2160 | High | 61 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 93 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 129 |

At 4K, the High preset is the best choice, providing 61 FPS. Moving to 1440p, you can enable the Ultra preset for a much higher 93 FPS. At 1080p, the Ultra preset delivers an excellent 129 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays. These settings offer the best balance of visual quality and performance for this system in Inside.