Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a remarkably consistent performance profile in Inside, with measured frame rates that comfortably exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across every resolution and preset combination tested. The data indicates a system that is not merely capable of running this puzzle platformer, but one that provides a significant performance buffer, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate displays at lower resolutions and for maximum visual fidelity at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset achieves an average of 296 FPS, while the Medium preset delivers 266 FPS average, with a minimum of 226 FPS and a maximum of 306 FPS. High settings average 167 FPS, and the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still maintains an average of 159 FPS. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher settings, yet even at Ultra, the frame rates are more than sufficient for competitive or fast-paced gameplay.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains very high, though the scaling from 1080p shows a predictable increase in rendering load. The Low preset averages 239 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 192 FPS with a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 220 FPS. High settings produce an average of 120 FPS, and the Ultra preset maintains a strong 114 FPS average. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly proportional to the increase in pixel count, but the RTX 4060's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to keep performance well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the system continues to deliver playable performance across all settings. The Low preset averages 150 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 120 FPS, with a minimum of 102 FPS and a maximum of 138 FPS. High settings average 75 FPS, while the Ultra preset, the most demanding configuration, still achieves an average of 72 FPS. While the minimum FPS for High and Ultra presets at 4K is not listed, the average scores suggest that even in the most intense scenes, the frame rate is unlikely to drop below the playable threshold, given the substantial headroom shown at other resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the differences between presets are substantial—for instance, the Low preset at 296 FPS is nearly double the Ultra preset at 159 FPS. This indicates that at this resolution, the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as increasing graphical fidelity directly impacts the frame rate. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, provides ample processing power, as evidenced by its high Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317, ensuring it does not limit performance even at these high frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues, but the gap between presets narrows slightly. The Low preset at 239 FPS versus the Ultra preset at 114 FPS still shows a significant GPU influence. However, the absolute frame rates are lower than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is working harder to fill the additional pixels. The CPU's role becomes less critical as resolution increases, as the GPU takes on a larger share of the rendering workload.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's dominance is most pronounced. The difference between Low (150 FPS) and Ultra (72 FPS) is still large, but the overall frame rates are the lowest in the dataset. This is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario at 4K, where the RTX 4060's 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate are being fully utilized. The CPU, while still important for game logic and physics, is no longer the limiting factor. The data suggests that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is more than capable of feeding the RTX 4060 at all resolutions, with its performance headroom only becoming relevant at very high frame rates seen in 1080p Low settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific combination at rank 1954 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the 53rd percentile of all tested configurations, indicating a solid, above-average performance tier. While the 5800X3D ranks in the 80th percentile among all CPUs and the RTX 4060 ranks in the 61st percentile among all GPUs, their combined performance in this game is somewhat lower than those individual percentiles might suggest. This is likely because Inside is not a particularly demanding title for high-end hardware, and the game's performance ceiling is reached relatively quickly with mid-range to high-end components.

The combo rank suggests that while this system is not at the very top of the performance charts, it is comfortably in the upper half. The measured frame rates at all resolutions and settings are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold, which is the primary metric for a positive user experience. The rank reflects that many other combinations, likely including those with higher-tier GPUs, can achieve similar or higher frame rates, but the 5800X3D and RTX 4060 pairing offers a balanced and effective setup for this game.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is closely matched by several other processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U has an average benchmark score of 27887, which is essentially identical to the 5800X3D's 27896, representing a 0% delta. The Intel Core i9-10900K scores 27872, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 scores 27932, which is 0.1% higher, and the Intel Core i5-12600KF scores 27799, a 0.3% difference. In practical terms for Inside, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates, as the game is not heavily CPU-bound at the settings tested.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060's nearest rivals are somewhat older or lower-tier parts. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 has an average score of 17666, which is 0.2% higher than the RTX 4060's 17639. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, a 0.3% difference, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551, a 0.5% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509, a 0.7% difference. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, suggesting that these GPUs would perform very similarly in Inside. However, it is important to note that these alternative GPUs may have different memory configurations or driver optimizations that could affect real-world performance, but the benchmark data indicates they are in the same performance class.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 159 FPS. This is the optimal choice for players seeking the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The High preset at 167 FPS and Medium at 266 FPS are also excellent, but Ultra provides the full experience.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again is the best choice, with an average of 114 FPS. This provides a significant visual upgrade over High (120 FPS) and Medium (192 FPS) while still maintaining a frame rate that is nearly double the playable threshold. The system has ample headroom at this resolution to run the game at maximum settings.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is also the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 72 FPS. While this is the lowest average frame rate in the dataset, it still provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 75 FPS offers a slightly higher frame rate, but the difference is minimal, making Ultra the recommended setting for 4K displays.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured Ultra preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 72 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 167 FPS at 1920x1080 with the High preset, providing a very smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1440p?

A: The data shows that at 2560x1440, the GPU is the primary factor, as frame rates scale significantly between Low (239 FPS) and Ultra (114 FPS) presets, indicating the GPU is handling the increased graphical load.

Q: How does this system compare to other tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 1954 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the upper half of all systems. This is a solid result, given that the game is not particularly demanding.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 163 FPS, ensuring no noticeable stutters or drops below the playable threshold.

Q: Are there other CPUs that would perform similarly to the Ryzen 7 5800X3D?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-10900K and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U have nearly identical average benchmark scores, with a delta of 0.1% or less, so they would deliver similar performance in Inside.

The Verdict

Based on the measured data, this PC can absolutely run Inside with exceptional performance. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at every resolution tested. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers a stellar 159 FPS average, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset maintains a robust 114 FPS, offering a perfect balance of visual fidelity and smoothness. Even at 3840x2160, the most demanding scenario, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 72 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

The system’s performance is characterized by a significant amount of headroom, meaning that users can max out the game’s settings without worrying about frame rate drops. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D provides ample CPU power, while the RTX 4060 handles the graphical workload efficiently across all resolutions. The data shows no scenario where the system falls below the playable threshold, making this combination a highly reliable choice for playing Inside at maximum settings on any resolution.