Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers a decisive performance profile for Inside, a puzzle platformer from 2016. Measured data indicates this combination produces exceptionally high frame rates across all tested resolutions and presets, with every configuration clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold by a substantial margin. The benchmark results show a system that is not merely capable but overwhelmingly overpowered for this title, making it a candidate for maximum settings at any display resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination reveals a consistent pattern of high performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates range from a low of 180.8 FPS at Ultra settings to a peak of 344.6 FPS at Low settings. The Medium preset delivers 299.7 FPS, while High settings produce 186.4 FPS. This places even the most demanding preset at 1080p well above three times the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the results show a predictable scaling pattern. Ultra settings average 128 FPS, High settings average 136.2 FPS, Medium settings reach 215.9 FPS, and Low settings hit 273.8 FPS. The gap between Ultra and High at this resolution is relatively small at 8.2 FPS, suggesting that the visual fidelity increase from High to Ultra does not impose a significant performance penalty. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by roughly 29-31% across presets, which is a moderate cost for the additional pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the system continues to perform strongly. Ultra settings average 79.1 FPS, High settings average 85.2 FPS, Medium settings reach 134.3 FPS, and Low settings produce 171.8 FPS. The 4K Ultra result remains 19.1 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, confirming that this hardware can handle maximum quality at the highest common resolution. The scaling from 1440p to 2160p is steeper, with frame rates dropping by approximately 38-41% depending on the preset, reflecting the increased pixel workload.

Across all twelve measured configurations, the minimum and maximum FPS values are not recorded in the data, but the average scores alone demonstrate a robust performance envelope. The largest single drop occurs between Medium and Ultra at 1440p, where the frame rate falls from 215.9 to 128 FPS, a reduction of 87.9 FPS. Similarly, at 4K, the Medium to Ultra transition costs 55.2 FPS. These figures indicate that Ultra settings impose a substantial but still playable burden on the hardware.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and the Intel Core i7-13650HX, both with identical average scores and a deltaPct of 0. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX also matches with a deltaPct of 0. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H trails slightly with a deltaPct of -0.4. For gaming performance in Inside, these CPUs would deliver statistically indistinguishable results, meaning the choice among them would have no measurable impact on frame rates.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 has a benchmark average score of 17208. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the closest competitor with a score of 17083 and a deltaPct of 0.7, indicating the RTX 3070 holds a marginal lead. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 scores 17037 with a deltaPct of 1, while the AMD Radeon HD 7970M scores 17019 with a deltaPct of 1.1. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c scores higher at 17468 but with a deltaPct of -1.5, meaning it outperforms the RTX 3070 in synthetic benchmarks. In practical terms for Inside, any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within a few percentage points of each other, making them viable alternatives if the RTX 3070 were unavailable.

The combination of a Ryzen 7 7800X3D-class CPU with an RTX 3070-class GPU represents a balanced pairing where neither component bottlenecks the other in this title. Given the game’s low computational demands, even the slightly slower rival components would maintain frame rates far above the playability threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences in Inside, with CPU capabilities being largely irrelevant at the tested settings. The RTX 3070, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth, provides ample headroom for this game’s modest graphics requirements. The scaling between resolutions demonstrates a clear GPU-bound pattern: as resolution increases from 1080p to 2160p, frame rates decrease proportionally, which is characteristic of a system limited by pixel throughput rather than geometry or physics calculations.

At 1080p, the average FPS across presets ranges from 180.8 to 344.6, with the CPU’s single-thread performance of 959 in 3dmark single-thread tests being more than sufficient to feed the GPU. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s 3dmark max-thread score of 7967 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16817 indicate that even the most demanding frame generation scenarios would not tax this processor. The game’s puzzle platformer nature, with its relatively simple scene complexity, means the CPU overhead is minimal.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution provides insight into the GPU’s role. At 1080p, the difference between Low (344.6 FPS) and Ultra (180.8 FPS) is 163.8 FPS, a 47.5% reduction. At 1440p, the same comparison shows a drop from 273.8 to 128 FPS, a 53.2% reduction. At 4K, the drop from 171.8 to 79.1 FPS represents a 54% reduction. This consistent pattern across resolutions confirms that the GPU’s shading and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors when raising quality settings, not the CPU.

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s 96 MB of shared L3 cache and 8 cores with 16 threads provide substantial processing capability, but Inside does not utilize multi-threading to an extent that would differentiate this CPU from lower-tier options. The benchmark results show that at all three resolutions, the CPU maintains frame rates that far exceed the GPU’s output, meaning the system is never CPU-limited in this title.

The Verdict

This PC can run Inside with exceptional performance at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that all settings are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at each resolution. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 79.1 FPS, which is 19.1 FPS above the 60 FPS playability threshold. This means users can enable maximum quality at 4K and still experience smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 128 FPS, more than double the playability threshold. This provides significant headroom for any potential frame rate dips during complex scenes, although the data does not include minimum FPS values to confirm stability. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 180.8 FPS, which is over three times the 60 FPS threshold. This level of performance would support high refresh rate displays without any concerns about frame pacing.

The system’s performance is consistent with its hardware specifications. The RTX 3070’s 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 165.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are more than adequate for a game released in 2016 with stylized 2D visuals. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz and 3dmark single-thread score of 959 ensure that no CPU-related stutters would occur. Overall, this combination is not just playable but overwhelmingly capable for Inside.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at each resolution is Ultra across all three tested resolutions. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 79.1 FPS, which is the highest quality setting available and remains 19.1 FPS above the playability threshold. This allows for full visual fidelity at 4K without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 128 FPS, providing a 68 FPS buffer over the 60 FPS threshold. This is the optimal choice for 1440p displays, as it offers the maximum graphical quality while still maintaining a frame rate that exceeds the requirements of most high refresh rate monitors. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 180.8 FPS, which is 120.8 FPS above the threshold. This configuration is ideal for competitive or high-refresh-rate gaming, as the frame rate is high enough to fully utilize 144 Hz or even 165 Hz displays.

The data shows that there is no scenario where users must compromise on settings to achieve playable performance. Even the most demanding preset at the highest resolution stays comfortably above 60 FPS. The recommendation is straightforward: enable Ultra settings at any resolution, as the hardware has sufficient headroom to handle the maximum graphical load.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1392 out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Inside. This places it in the 62.5th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms a majority of systems. The rank reflects the balance between the high-end CPU and mid-range GPU, which together deliver strong performance in this lightweight title.

The ranking is notable because Inside is not a demanding game, so even modest hardware can achieve high frame rates. The fact that this combo ranks in the top 37.5% indicates that it is well above average for this specific title. The percentileVsAllCpus of 83 for the CPU and percentileVsAllGpus of 61 for the GPU suggest that the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU in the overall hardware landscape, but for Inside, the GPU’s performance is the limiting factor.

Compared to other combos, this system would likely outperform configurations with lower-tier CPUs but similar GPUs, as the CPU’s high single-thread performance ensures no bottleneck. Conversely, it would trail systems with higher-end GPUs like the RTX 3080 or RX 6800 XT, which would push frame rates even higher. The rank of 1392 indicates that there are 1391 combos that perform better, but given the game’s low requirements, the practical difference between this combo and higher-ranked ones is minimal at standard refresh rates.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 79.1 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 128 FPS while maintaining the highest visual quality.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to its nearest GPU rival in this game?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17208, while the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT scores 17083, a deltaPct of 0.7, meaning the RTX 3070 is slightly faster.

*Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for performance in Inside?*

A: The GPU is the primary factor, as frame rates scale significantly with resolution and settings, while the CPU’s high single-thread performance (959 in 3dmark) is more than sufficient.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS is 79.1 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is still 19.1 FPS above the playable threshold.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Inside?*

A: It ranks 1392 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 37.5% of all configurations tested for this game.