Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination ranks 2,129th out of 3,716 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the 57th percentile of all systems evaluated. This mid-pack position reflects a pairing where the CPU is significantly stronger than the GPU in absolute benchmark terms. The Ryzen 7 7700 sits in the 87th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 40,081, while the RX 9060 ranks in the 59th percentile among GPUs with an average score of 16,014. The data shows a system that is not at the top of the charts but is positioned comfortably within the upper-middle range of tested hardware for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2,129 out of 3,716 tested configurations puts it just past the halfway point of all systems tested for Inside. This rank is primarily driven by the GPU’s performance ceiling, as the RX 9060’s percentile ranking (59th) is notably lower than the CPU’s (87th). The benchmark data suggests that while the processor has substantial headroom, the graphics card becomes the limiting factor in this puzzle platformer.

In practical terms, the combo sits in a range where most systems around it in the rankings likely use similar mid-range GPUs paired with more modest CPUs. The Ryzen 7 7700’s nearest rivals in average score include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40,048, just 0.1% lower), the Intel Core 5 221E (40,144, 0.2% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 270 (40,246, 0.4% higher). These differences are within margin of error, indicating the CPU contributes consistent processing power regardless of which of these chips is installed.

For the GPU, the RX 9060’s nearest rivals show tighter competition: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16,129 (0.7% higher), the AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15,862 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15,852 (1% lower). The overall combo rank reflects that this GPU tier is common in the database, and the 2,129th position means there are roughly 1,587 tested combos that outperform this pairing and 1,587 that fall below it.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 66 FPS, which exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict data confirms all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo produces?

A: The highest recorded average is 309 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At Medium settings on the same resolution, the average drops to 247 FPS with a minimum of 210 and maximum of 284.

Q: How does the RX 9060 compare to its closest GPU rival?

A: The RX 9060’s average benchmark score of 16,014 is 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti’s 16,129. It is 1% higher than both the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15,862) and AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15,852).

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at any resolution?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 309 FPS average, which is near the practical limit for many displays. The Ryzen 7 7700’s 87th percentile CPU ranking and high multi-thread scores (18,760 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) suggest it can feed the GPU adequately at all tested resolutions.

Q: What is the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 106 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. All tested presets at this resolution remain comfortably playable.

Q: How much performance drops when moving from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At Ultra settings, the average FPS falls from 147 at 1920x1080 to 106 at 2560x1440 (a 28% reduction), then to 66 at 3840x2160 (a further 38% reduction from 1440p). The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 81 FPS, representing a 55% decrease.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, with some entries missing minimum and maximum values. The complete 1080p dataset shows the widest spread: Low settings average 309 FPS, Medium averages 247 FPS with a minimum of 210 and maximum of 284, High averages 155 FPS, and Ultra averages 147 FPS. The 1440p results follow a similar pattern but at lower absolute values: Low averages 222 FPS, Medium averages 178 FPS (minimum 151, maximum 204), High averages 111 FPS, and Ultra averages 106 FPS.

At 4K, the scaling continues predictably. Low settings average 140 FPS, Medium averages 112 FPS with a minimum of 95 and maximum of 128, High averages 70 FPS, and Ultra averages 66 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra at 4K is notably small at just 4 FPS (70 vs 66), suggesting that the Ultra preset’s additional demands are minimal at this resolution. In contrast, the difference between Medium and High at 4K is 42 FPS (112 vs 70), indicating a steep performance cliff when moving from Medium to High.

The data reveals that this combo handles Inside with substantial headroom at all resolutions. Even the most demanding setting at 4K (Ultra, 66 FPS) stays above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The largest performance jump occurs between Low and Medium at each resolution: at 1080p, the drop is 62 FPS (309 to 247); at 1440p, it is 44 FPS (222 to 178); at 4K, it is 28 FPS (140 to 112). These consistent patterns suggest the game scales linearly with resolution and setting complexity.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this PC can run Inside at every resolution and preset combination tested, with all configurations exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra, with average FPS of 66 at 4K, 106 at 1440p, and 147 at 1080p.

For 4K gaming, the average of 66 FPS at Ultra provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, though users with high refresh rate 4K displays (120Hz or higher) would need to drop to Medium (112 FPS) or Low (140 FPS) to fully utilize those panels. At 1440p, the 106 FPS average at Ultra easily supports 100Hz displays and can drive 120Hz panels with minor drops to Medium (178 FPS) for extra headroom. The 1080p results are exceptional, with even Ultra averaging 147 FPS, making this combo suitable for 144Hz monitors at High or Medium settings (155 FPS and 247 FPS respectively).

The game’s puzzle platformer nature means frame consistency matters more than peak performance. The medium settings at each resolution show minimum FPS values (210 at 1080p, 151 at 1440p, 95 at 4K) that remain well above the 60 FPS floor, indicating stable performance without significant dips. This system is fully capable of delivering a smooth experience across all tested configurations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would produce similar results. For the Ryzen 7 7700, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (0.1% lower average score), Intel Core 5 221E (0.2% higher), AMD Ryzen 9 270 (0.4% higher), and Intel Core i9-13905H (0.6% higher) all fall within a narrow performance band. Swapping the Ryzen 7 7700 for any of these chips would yield virtually identical frame rates in Inside, as the CPU is not the limiting factor at any tested resolution.

On the GPU side, the RX 9060’s nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (0.7% higher score), AMD Radeon R9 370X (1% lower), AMD Radeon RX 7700 (1% lower), and AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (2.1% lower). The RTX 3060 Ti would deliver nearly identical performance, likely within 1-2 FPS of the RX 9060 at any given resolution and settings combination. The R9 370X and RX 7700 would be slightly slower, potentially dropping the 4K Ultra average from 66 FPS to around 65 FPS, still above the 60 FPS threshold.

For users seeking similar overall system performance, pairing the Ryzen 7 7700 with an RTX 3060 Ti or RX 7700 would produce comparable results. The CPU’s headroom means that even a slightly weaker GPU, such as the R9 370X, would maintain playability at all tested settings. The data suggests that this combo’s performance is robust to component swaps within the listed rivals, with no combination dropping below the 60 FPS threshold at any resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 147 FPS. This is the best visual quality available while maintaining a high frame rate. For users who prefer maximum smoothness over visual fidelity, Medium at 247 FPS or High at 155 FPS offer additional headroom, but Ultra already provides a frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of most standard 60Hz and 144Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 106 FPS, making it the best preset that remains above 60 FPS. This provides a solid experience for 100Hz displays. Medium at 178 FPS or High at 111 FPS offer alternatives, with High being nearly identical in performance to Ultra (only 5 FPS difference), suggesting that the visual upgrade from High to Ultra comes at a minimal cost at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, Ultra averages 66 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold but leaves limited headroom. Medium at 112 FPS and High at 70 FPS are also viable, with High providing a small performance buffer over Ultra. The data shows that 4K Ultra is playable but sits close to the threshold, so users who prefer guaranteed stability might choose High (70 FPS) or Medium (112 FPS) for additional margin.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities across resolutions and presets. The Ryzen 7 7700, with its 87th percentile CPU ranking and strong multi-thread performance (18,760 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 8,484 in 3DMark 16-thread), provides ample processing power for Inside’s physics and logic. The GPU’s 59th percentile ranking and 16,014 average score indicate it is the primary determinant of frame rates at higher resolutions.

The scaling between resolutions demonstrates GPU-bound behavior. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 147 at 1080p to 106 at 1440p (a 28% reduction) and then to 66 at 4K (a 38% reduction from 1440p). This consistent degradation with resolution increase is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. The CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings: at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 309 FPS, which is near the CPU’s practical output limit for this game. The single-thread score of 1,049 in 3DMark and 1,930 in Cinebench R23 single-core support the CPU’s ability to handle the game’s single-threaded tasks efficiently.

At 1440p and 4K, the GPU dominates performance. The gap between High and Ultra settings at 4K is only 4 FPS (70 vs 66), while the gap between Medium and High is 42 FPS (112 vs 70). This suggests that Ultra’s additional effects are mostly GPU-intensive but well-optimized, while the jump from Medium to High introduces significant new rendering demands. The RX 9060’s 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth appear sufficient for Inside, as no resolution shows a memory-related performance cliff. The CPU’s 32 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 support provide adequate data throughput, but the benchmark results indicate that upgrading the GPU would yield larger performance gains than upgrading the CPU for this game at higher resolutions.