Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination delivers playable performance for Inside across all tested resolutions, with the benchmark data showing every preset at every resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold. The measured results indicate a strong pairing for this puzzle platformer, though the performance headroom varies significantly between 4K and 1080p.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, all four tested settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—achieve playable frame rates at 3840x2160. The average FPS ranges from 64 at Ultra settings to 134 at Low settings.

Q: What is the highest playable settings preset at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset runs at an average of 141 FPS, which is the most demanding preset tested and remains well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2247th out of 3716 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the upper half of all tested hardware pairings.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system delivers an average of 170 FPS, with a minimum of 145 FPS and a maximum of 196 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5050 a bottleneck at any resolution?

A: The data shows consistent scaling across resolutions, with the GPU handling all load levels. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings is from 141 FPS to 64 FPS, indicating the GPU is the primary scaling factor.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 4K?

A: The difference is 70 FPS, with Low settings averaging 134 FPS and Ultra averaging 64 FPS. This represents a 109% performance increase when dropping from Ultra to Low.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern in how the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 divide responsibilities across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system produces 296 FPS on Low settings and 141 FPS on Ultra settings, a 155 FPS spread that illustrates the GPU handling the graphical load. The CPU's contribution becomes more apparent at lower settings, where the frame rates exceed what a weaker processor could sustain.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates at Low and Ultra are 213 FPS and 101 FPS respectively. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings is a 28.4% reduction in frame rate, from 141 FPS to 101 FPS. This proportional drop indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU has ample headroom with its 8 cores and 16 threads.

At 3840x2160, the performance gap widens further. Ultra settings produce 64 FPS, while Low settings reach 134 FPS. The 4K resolution demands significantly more from the GPU, and the RTX 5050's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth are the key resources being utilized. The CPU's role diminishes at this resolution, as the frame rates are lower and the per-frame processing time is longer.

The medium settings data provides additional insight. At 1080p Medium, the average is 237 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 170 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it falls to 107 FPS. The consistent scaling across these three resolutions—237, 170, and 107 FPS—shows a predictable GPU-bound behavior.

For a puzzle platformer like Inside, the CPU requirements are modest, and the Ryzen 7 7700X's specifications—base clock of 4.50 GHz, boost clock of 5.40 GHz, and 32 MB shared L3 cache—are more than sufficient. The data confirms the GPU is the primary determinant of performance at all tested resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 2247th out of 3716 tested combinations for Inside. This position places the pairing in the 60th percentile of all tested systems, indicating above-average performance for this game.

The CPU alone sits at the 85th percentile against all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35909. The GPU is at the 66th percentile against all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035. The combo's rank reflects the GPU's lower relative standing compared to the CPU.

In the context of this game, the rank suggests the system handles Inside comfortably, but there are many faster combinations. The 3716 tested combos include a wide range of hardware, and this pairing sits near the 60% mark. For a game with modest requirements, this rank translates to smooth gameplay at all tested settings.

The CPU's performance metrics support this ranking. In Cinebench R23 multi-core tests, the Ryzen 7 7700X scores 19088, and in single-core it scores 1987. These scores are strong for gaming workloads, where single-thread performance often matters more. The Geekbench scores of 12451 multi-core and 2289 single-core further confirm the CPU's capability.

The GPU's benchmark scores, including 17326 in Passmark G3D and 2502 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, place it in the mid-range category. The combo's overall rank reflects this balance, where the CPU is above average but the GPU holds the pairing back from higher positions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X provide context for CPU performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has an average score of 35802, just 0.3% lower than the 7700X's 35909. The Intel Core 7 250H scores 35728, a 0.5% difference, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 also scores 35728, also 0.5% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H scores 35670, 0.7% lower.

These four CPUs would all perform nearly identically in Inside, as the game's CPU demands are minimal. Gamers with any of these processors paired with a similar GPU would see comparable frame rates. The delta percentages are all under 1%, meaning the choice between these CPUs would have negligible impact on gameplay.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, the nearest rivals show a slightly wider spread. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 5050's 21035. The AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21237, 1.0% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713, 1.6% lower, and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile scores 21379, 1.6% higher.

These GPU alternatives would produce very similar frame rates in Inside. The RX 5600 XT, being 1.6% slower, would see marginally lower FPS at each resolution and preset. The RTX A4000 Mobile, 1.6% faster, would show slightly higher numbers. In a game like Inside, these differences would be imperceptible in practice.

The benchmark data for the RTX 5050 shows its performance profile. In Passmark DirectX 12, it scores 66, while in DirectX 11 it scores 150 and DirectX 9 it scores 186. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 90334, and Vulkan score is 89381. These results indicate the GPU handles older APIs more efficiently.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 141 FPS, making it the best choice for maximum visual quality while maintaining high frame rates. The game runs at 296 FPS on Low, 237 FPS on Medium, and 148 FPS on High, all well above the 60 FPS threshold.

For 2560x1440, Ultra settings produce 101 FPS average, which is the recommended preset for this resolution. The other settings—Low at 213 FPS, Medium at 170 FPS, and High at 106 FPS—all exceed the playability threshold, but Ultra provides the best visual experience while keeping performance above 100 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, barely clearing the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding preset that remains playable at 4K. Medium settings provide a more comfortable margin at 107 FPS, and High runs at 67 FPS. Low settings reach 134 FPS for those prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity.

The data shows that all presets at all resolutions are playable, which is rare for a mid-range GPU. The RTX 5050's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus prove sufficient for Inside's graphical demands, even at 4K Ultra. The 64 FPS at 4K Ultra is playable, but gamers sensitive to frame drops might prefer High settings at 67 FPS for a small performance buffer.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with substantial headroom at every resolution. The verdict by resolution confirms all settings presets are playable across the board.

At 3840x2160, the best settings preset is Ultra with an average of 64 FPS. The verdict lists all four presets—High, Low, Medium, and Ultra—as playable, meaning the system clears the 60 FPS threshold even at maximum quality. This is a strong result for a 4K gaming scenario.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings run at 101 FPS average, providing a comfortable margin above the playability threshold. The system has enough performance headroom to handle demanding scenes without dropping below 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings achieve 141 FPS average, which is excellent for a puzzle platformer. The system would easily drive a high refresh rate monitor at this resolution.

The gameplay experience would be smooth and responsive across all tested configurations. The minimum frame rates recorded—145 FPS at 1440p Medium and 201 FPS at 1080p Medium—indicate consistent performance without major dips. The absence of min/max data for most settings suggests the frame times are stable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high. Low settings average 296 FPS, Medium averages 237 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS and maximum of 272 FPS, High averages 148 FPS, and Ultra averages 141 FPS. The system is clearly CPU-bound at this resolution, as the frame rates exceed what most games would require.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings average 213 FPS, Medium averages 170 FPS with a minimum of 145 FPS and maximum of 196 FPS, High averages 106 FPS, and Ultra averages 101 FPS. The 1440p resolution provides a good balance between visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings average 134 FPS, Medium averages 107 FPS with a minimum of 91 FPS and maximum of 123 FPS, High averages 67 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The 4K resolution demands the most from the RTX 5050, but all settings remain playable.

The medium settings data is the most detailed, providing min and max frame rates for each resolution. At 1080p, the range is 201-272 FPS, at 1440p it is 145-196 FPS, and at 4K it is 91-123 FPS. These ranges indicate consistent performance without major frame time spikes.

The data shows the RTX 5050 handles Inside's graphical requirements easily. The game, released in 2016, does not push modern GPUs to their limits. The combination of the Ryzen 7 7700X's strong single-thread performance and the RTX 5050's capable rendering power results in a system that exceeds playability standards at all tested configurations.