Inside

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers overwhelming performance for Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer. The measured frame rates at every resolution and preset setting are far beyond the 60 FPS playable threshold, making this combination effectively overkill for the game's demands.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for both components, the benchmark data shows that this combo's performance in Inside is matched by a narrow band of similarly capable hardware. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D sits at the 77th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24709. Its closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, which scores 24728 — a difference of only -0.1%. This means the 7600X3D would deliver virtually identical frame rates in Inside, since the game is far more GPU-bound at these performance levels.

The Intel Core i5-12450HX trails by just 0.5% with a score of 24576, while the Intel Core i5-11600 is 0.6% behind at 24563. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, despite its higher model number, scores 24822, which is 0.5% ahead of the 5700X3D. For gaming purposes, all four of these CPUs would behave so similarly that any difference in Inside's frame rates would be imperceptible — likely 1-2 FPS at most, even at 1080p where the CPU has more influence.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4080 achieves the 86th percentile among all graphics cards with an average benchmark score of 54247. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is essentially a statistical twin, scoring 54209 with a delta of just 0.1% — this is the closest possible alternative. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and AMD Radeon 8060S score 55698 and 55757 respectively (2.6% and 2.7% higher). In practical terms, any of these GPUs would produce identical results in Inside, since the game's simple 2.5D visuals are nowhere near stressing even the weakest of these cards.

The data suggests that if you were building a system specifically for Inside, you could step down to a significantly weaker GPU and still achieve 60+ FPS at any resolution. However, the RTX 4080's massive headroom means it will handle this game flawlessly while also being prepared for far more demanding titles.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows 3840x2160 Ultra settings produce an average of 126 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold. Even the most demanding preset at 4K leaves substantial performance headroom.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for this combo in Inside?

A: The lowest measured minimum is 164 FPS, recorded at 3840x2160 Medium settings. This is still 104 FPS above the playable threshold of 60 FPS, meaning there are no performance dips that would cause stuttering or playability issues.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080 scores 54247 in average benchmark scores, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209. This represents a delta of just 0.1%, meaning the SUPER is statistically identical in performance. For Inside, both cards would produce the exact same frame rates at every resolution and setting.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700X3D a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 in this game?

A: Given that Inside is a puzzle platformer with modest CPU demands, the 5700X3D's 8-core/16-thread configuration is far more than sufficient. The fact that frame rates exceed 200 FPS at 1080p Low settings (272 FPS) indicates the CPU is not limiting performance at any resolution tested.

Q: What resolution provides the highest average frame rate?

A: The highest average frame rate is 272 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. However, even at 4K Ultra, the average of 126 FPS is still far beyond what the game's visuals require for smooth gameplay.

Q: Does this combo ever drop below 60 FPS in Inside?

A: No. The lowest average frame rate recorded across all tested configurations is 126 FPS (at 3840x2160 Ultra). The lowest minimum frame rate is 164 FPS (at 3840x2160 Medium). Every single data point is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which achieves an average of 206 FPS. This is the most visually demanding preset available, and it still delivers over three times the 60 FPS threshold. The minimum frame rate at this setting is not listed, but the Medium preset at this resolution shows a minimum of 213 FPS, suggesting Ultra would remain comfortably above 200 FPS.

For 2560x1440, Ultra settings again provide the best experience with an average of 184 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution has a minimum of 191 FPS and a maximum of 258 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding setting maintains extremely high performance. With 184 FPS average at Ultra, there is no reason to reduce settings for smoother gameplay.

At 3840x2160, Ultra settings deliver an average of 126 FPS. This is the lowest average across all tested configurations, but it remains more than double the playable threshold. The Medium preset at this resolution shows a minimum of 164 FPS and a maximum of 221 FPS, so Ultra likely stays well above 120 FPS at all times. For a game like Inside, which has a moody, atmospheric art style rather than fast-paced competitive action, 126 FPS at 4K Ultra is more than sufficient.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with extraordinary headroom. The verdict data confirms that at every resolution — 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080 — all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are marked as playable. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra, with average frame rates of 126 FPS at 4K, 184 FPS at 1440p, and 206 FPS at 1080p.

The game's playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and this combination never comes close to that limit. Even the worst-case scenario — 4K Ultra — maintains an average of 126 FPS, which is more than double the threshold. For a puzzle platformer that relies on precise timing and atmospheric tension, this level of performance means zero stutter, zero frame drops, and a completely fluid experience.

The only consideration is whether the hardware is excessive for this particular title. Inside is a 2016 game with relatively simple visuals, and the RTX 4080 alone has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 9728 shading units. The data shows this is a case of extreme over-performance, but that is not a negative — it ensures the game runs flawlessly with no compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 272 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Medium: 251 FPS average, with a minimum of 213 FPS and maximum of 289 FPS
• High: 209 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Ultra: 206 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)

2560x1440:

• Low: 244 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Medium: 225 FPS average, with a minimum of 191 FPS and maximum of 258 FPS
• High: 187 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Ultra: 184 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)

3840x2160:

• Low: 209 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Medium: 193 FPS average, with a minimum of 164 FPS and maximum of 221 FPS
• High: 133 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)
• Ultra: 126 FPS average (minimum and maximum not recorded)

The frame rate scaling follows a clear pattern: each step up in resolution reduces performance by roughly 20-30%, while moving from Low to Ultra at a given resolution costs between 25-40% of the frame rate. The Medium settings are the only ones with recorded minimum and maximum values, showing consistency across all three resolutions — the gap between minimum and maximum is roughly 25-30% of the average, indicating stable performance without major spikes or drops.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Inside, this pairing of AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks at position 1015 out of 3716 total tested combos. This places it in the top 27.3% of all systems tested in this game.

Given the game's age and modest hardware requirements, this ranking reflects that there are many other combinations that also achieve high frame rates — Inside is not a demanding title, so a wide range of hardware can perform well. However, the 1015th rank among 3716 combos still indicates above-average performance. The fact that this system achieves 126 FPS at 4K Ultra, while many lower-ranked systems likely struggle to maintain 60 FPS at that resolution, shows that the RTX 4080's power is being fully utilized.

The CPU's 77th percentile ranking and GPU's 86th percentile ranking both suggest this is a high-end pairing, but the game's low requirements mean the ranking is more about consistency and headroom than about competitive frame rates. For the purposes of playing Inside specifically, this combo is far more powerful than necessary, but it ranks respectably because it delivers flawless performance across all settings and resolutions.