Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a decisive performance victory in Inside, clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. This is a remarkably strong result for a puzzle platformer, with the data showing that the combo is not merely playable but overwhelmingly fast, often doubling or even tripling the required frame rate. The pairing ranks in the 1844th position out of 3716 tested combos, placing it solidly in the upper half of all configurations, which indicates headroom far beyond the demands of this specific title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1844 out of 3716 tested combinations places it near the exact median of all tested systems. This percentile position, however, is slightly misleading for this specific game. While the rank reflects performance across a broad spectrum of software, the measured FPS data for Inside reveals that this configuration is operating with substantial surplus capability. The average benchmark score of the CPU is 29713, which sits at the 81st percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU’s average score of 17639 places it at the 61st percentile of all GPUs. The data suggests the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, but the game’s low graphical demands mean the GPU’s mid-range standing is more than sufficient.

Benchmark results indicate that the system is not struggling to maintain frame rates; instead, it is consistently producing output far above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves 158 FPS, and at the demanding 3840x2160 Ultra preset, it still holds 72.8 FPS. The rank of 1844 is a holistic measure across many games, but within Inside, the performance profile is one of a high-end system due to the game’s relatively modest requirements compared to modern AAA titles. The data confirms that in this specific context, the hardware is overqualified, making the rank a less critical metric than the absolute FPS figures.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rate changes, though the CPU provides a robust foundation that never becomes a bottleneck. Examining the 3840x2160 data, the transition from Low to High settings shows a dramatic drop from 151.4 FPS to 77 FPS, a reduction of nearly half. This steep decline is characteristic of GPU-bound rendering, where increased pixel count and shading complexity directly tax the graphics card. The CPU’s role is less visible here because even at the lowest resolution and preset, the frame rate of 333.3 FPS at 1920x1080 Low indicates the processor is feeding frames far faster than the GPU can render them.

The scaling between resolutions at the same preset further illustrates the GPU’s dominance. At Medium settings, moving from 1920x1080 (264.4 FPS) to 2560x1440 (189.7 FPS) and then to 3840x2160 (121.6 FPS) shows a consistent and predictable degradation pattern. This linear relationship with pixel count is the hallmark of a GPU-limited scenario. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads based on Zen 5 architecture, produces a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17528.5, which is more than adequate for a game like Inside that does not feature complex simulations. The data shows that the CPU’s single-core performance, evidenced by a Geekbench single-core score of 2923, is exceptionally high, ensuring that even the most demanding game logic is handled without issue. In summary, the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions, but it never limits the experience below playable levels.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows the combo achieves 77 FPS on High, 121.6 FPS on Medium, and 72.8 FPS on Ultra at 3840x2160. All four presets, including Ultra, are above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest graphical preset that maintains 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 produces an average of 113.6 FPS. This is the most demanding settings combination tested at this resolution, and it still provides nearly double the required frame rate for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 5 9600X has an average benchmark score of 29713. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores 29656, which is only 0.2% lower, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H scores 29868, a 0.5% difference. The performance delta between these processors is negligible.

Q: Is the GPU performance comparable to any integrated graphics solutions?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. The AMD Radeon 780M, an integrated GPU, scores 17588, which is just 0.3% lower. This indicates that the discrete GPU’s performance is closely matched by a high-end integrated solution in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1080p with Low settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings is 333.3 FPS. This is the highest frame rate recorded across all tested configurations in the data.

Q: Does the game run better at 4K with Medium or High settings?

A: Medium settings at 3840x2160 yield an average of 121.6 FPS, whereas High settings yield 77 FPS. Medium provides a significantly higher frame rate, though both are well above the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

The data is unequivocal: this PC can run Inside flawlessly at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that all playable settings at 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080 exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 4K, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 72.8 FPS, which provides a comfortable margin above the minimum requirement. At 1440p, the Ultra preset achieves 113.6 FPS, and at 1080p, the Ultra preset reaches 158 FPS. The lowest frame rate recorded in the entire dataset is the 72.8 FPS at 4K Ultra, which still leaves 12.8 FPS of headroom over the playable threshold.

This means that users do not need to compromise on visual fidelity to achieve a smooth experience. The game’s performance is so robust that even the most demanding settings at the highest resolution maintain a frame rate that is suitable for high-refresh-rate displays, though the 60 FPS target is always met. The conclusion is straightforward: this hardware combination is more than capable of running Inside at maximum quality settings on any resolution up to 4K, with no risk of frame rate drops below playable levels. The system offers a performance buffer that future-proofs it against any potential patches or additional content that might increase the graphical load.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering other hardware that would behave similarly, the nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU provide reference points. The CPU’s closest competitors, based on average benchmark scores, are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, which is essentially identical in performance with a delta of 0.2%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, which is 0.5% faster. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS also fall within a 0.8% performance delta of the Ryzen 5 9600X. These processors would yield nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Inside, as the game is not CPU-intensive.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060’s nearest rival is the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 0.2% higher, and the AMD Radeon 780M, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Radeon Pro 460 are also within a 0.7% delta of the RTX 4060’s average score. In practice, these GPUs would produce very similar FPS results in Inside, meaning that swapping the RTX 4060 for one of these alternatives would not materially change the playability verdict. All of these components sit in a performance band where the game’s 60 FPS threshold is easily cleared, so any of these combinations would deliver a highly similar user experience.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is always the Ultra setting, which provides the highest visual quality without sacrificing playability. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 158 FPS. This is the optimal choice for users with standard 1080p monitors, offering high frame rates that can take advantage of 144Hz displays.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset maintains an average of 113.6 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on 1440p monitors, with enough headroom to ensure consistent performance even during the game’s most visually complex scenes. The frame rate is high enough for most high-refresh-rate 1440p displays.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset produces an average of 72.8 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration, and while it is above the 60 FPS threshold, it offers less headroom than lower resolutions. For 4K displays, this is the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, as the next step down, High, yields 77 FPS, which is only marginally higher and represents a noticeable reduction in graphical quality. The data indicates that Ultra is the recommended setting at every resolution for the best experience.