Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a robust experience in Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer. Benchmark data confirms that this combination is capable of running the game smoothly at high resolutions, with the primary constraint appearing at 4K Ultra settings. The measured frame rates show a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and presets, indicating a balanced system where the GPU becomes the limiting factor only at the most demanding settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum playable setting at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the highest setting that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is High, with a measured average of 61 FPS. Ultra settings dip to 58 FPS average, falling below the playable threshold.

Q: Can this system handle 1440p gaming at maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 93 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the best playable setting, with all lower presets also exceeding 60 FPS.

Q: How does the system perform at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, all settings, including Ultra, are playable. The Ultra preset delivers an average of 129 FPS, while Low settings reach 271 FPS, Medium 217 FPS, and High 136 FPS.

Q: Is there a significant performance drop between 1440p and 4K?

A: Yes, the data shows a substantial drop at the highest settings. At Ultra, the average FPS falls from 93 at 1440p to 58 at 4K, a performance reduction of roughly 37%. The drop is less severe on High, going from 98 FPS to 61 FPS.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and High settings at 4K?

A: The difference is considerable. Low settings average 123 FPS, while High settings average 61 FPS. This indicates that visual fidelity at 4K comes at a significant performance cost.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested hardware combinations?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and Intel Arc B580 combo ranks 2764 out of 3716 tested combinations for Inside, placing it in the 74th percentile of all combos tested.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the average benchmark scores, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G performs comparably to several other CPUs. The nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-9900K, which is 0.2% slower, and the Intel Core i5-14400T, which is 0.4% faster. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is 0.4% faster, and the Intel Core i7-1370P is 0.6% faster. These CPUs should yield nearly identical frame rates in Inside when paired with the same graphics card.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc B580's closest performance equivalents are the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (0.2% slower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (0.6% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (0.7% slower), and the NVIDIA P106-100 (1% slower). These graphics cards would be expected to produce similar results in this game when paired with a comparable CPU.

Given these rival scores, a system with an Intel Core i9-9900K and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 would likely behave very similarly to the tested configuration. The marginal differences in average scores suggest that users with these alternative components would see nearly the same frame rates at the tested resolutions and settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average frame rate of 61 FPS. The Medium preset is also playable at 98 FPS, and Low at 123 FPS, but Ultra is not recommended as it averages 58 FPS.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the maximum playable preset is Ultra, achieving an average of 93 FPS. All lower presets are also playable: High at 98 FPS, Medium at 156 FPS, and Low at 195 FPS.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the most demanding playable preset is Ultra, with an average of 129 FPS. The system provides ample headroom with High at 136 FPS, Medium at 217 FPS, and Low at 271 FPS.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside with excellent performance. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1080p and 1440p, every preset, including Ultra, clears the 60 FPS threshold with significant margin. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 129 FPS, more than double the playable threshold. At 1440p Ultra, the average is 93 FPS, providing a smooth experience with room to spare.

The only caveat appears at 4K resolution. The system can handle High settings at 61 FPS, but Ultra settings fall slightly short at 58 FPS. For users with a 4K display who prioritize maximum visual fidelity, the difference between High and Ultra is the difference between a playable 61 FPS and a less smooth 58 FPS. The data suggests that High settings at 4K are the sweet spot for this combination, offering a playable experience that is only 3 FPS below the Ultra preset's performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that this game is not particularly demanding on the CPU, as the Ryzen 7 5700G's performance is more than sufficient. The scaling of frame rates between resolutions reveals the GPU's role as the primary bottleneck at higher settings. At 1080p, the CPU has more headroom, allowing the GPU to push very high frame rates, from 129 FPS at Ultra to 271 FPS at Low.

As resolution increases to 1440p, the frame rates begin to drop, indicating the GPU is working harder. The drop from 1080p Ultra (129 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (93 FPS) shows a 28% reduction in performance, which is a typical result of increased pixel count. This trend continues at 4K, where the GPU is fully saturated. The performance difference between presets at 4K is more pronounced, with Ultra (58 FPS) being 53% slower than Low (123 FPS).

The scaling between presets at each resolution shows that the GPU is the dominant factor. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 142 FPS (271 vs 129). At 4K, this difference shrinks to 65 FPS (123 vs 58) because the GPU is already near its limits. The CPU's role is less significant, as the Ryzen 7 5700G with its 8 cores and 16 threads is capable of handling the game's logic at all tested settings without becoming a limiting factor.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and Intel Arc B580 ranks 2764 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the bottom 26% of all tested configurations, which may seem surprising given the high frame rates achieved. However, this ranking is relative to all hardware combinations, many of which include top-tier CPUs and GPUs that produce even higher frame rates.

The relatively low rank does not detract from the fact that this combo provides a playable experience at all resolutions, with only 4K Ultra falling below 60 FPS. The data shows that while the system may not be in the top tier for this game, it is more than capable of delivering smooth gameplay. The rank reflects the competitive landscape of the benchmark database, where many high-end systems achieve frame rates far exceeding the playable threshold. For a mid-range setup, the performance is solid, and the rank should be interpreted as a measure of its position relative to all tested combos, not as an indication of inadequate performance.