Inside

Can the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 deliver a smooth experience in Inside? The recorded data indicates this is a highly capable combination for this puzzle platformer, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions and presets. The database places this specific combo at rank 2905 out of 3716 tested configurations, meaning it sits in the lower-middle portion of all possible pairings, yet the absolute frame rates tell a story of a system that has ample headroom for the game's demands.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 holds a rank of 2905 out of 3716 tested combos in Inside. This percentile position, roughly in the 22nd percentile of all tested pairings, might initially suggest a modest standing. However, the context of the game itself is crucial. Inside is a puzzle platformer with a release date of 2016-07-06, and it is not a graphically punishing title. The rank reflects the raw power of the components relative to every other pairing in the database, but the measured FPS results show that this hardware is far more than sufficient. The ranking confirms the CPU's strength, as the Ryzen 7 9700X is a high-end 2024 desktop processor, while the RTX 2060 is an older, end-of-life graphics card. The combo rank is dragged down by the GPU, but the actual gameplay experience is dictated by the game's modest requirements, not the rank itself. The data shows that even at the most demanding settings, this pairing produces frame rates that far exceed the playable threshold of 60 FPS, making the low rank a curiosity rather than a cause for concern.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the CPU and GPU becomes clear when analyzing the scaling of frame rates across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the GPU is not the limiting factor. The average FPS at Low settings is 258.6, which is an extremely high ceiling. As the preset increases to Medium (202.6 FPS) and High (126.3 FPS), the frame rate drops substantially, indicating that the graphical workload is increasing and starting to engage the GPU more heavily. The CPU, a Ryzen 7 9700X with 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture, is clearly not a bottleneck at this resolution; it has more than enough throughput to feed the GPU.

When moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. The Low preset delivers 186.3 FPS, Medium drops to 149.4 FPS, and High comes in at 93 FPS. The performance delta between Low and High is consistent, showing that the GPU is scaling with the increased pixel count and shader complexity. At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The Low preset still manages 113.7 FPS, but the High preset falls to 56.1 FPS, and Ultra is only slightly better at 56.8 FPS. This sharp drop at 4K, particularly between Medium (90 FPS) and High (56.1 FPS), is a clear sign that the RTX 2060's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit memory bus are being saturated. The CPU's influence is minimal at 4K; the frame rate is almost entirely governed by the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth. The data implies that at 1080p and 1440p, the system is balanced, but at 4K, the graphics card becomes the sole arbiter of performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements provide a detailed view of performance across all twelve test scenarios. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. The Low preset produces an average of 258.6 FPS, which is a remarkable figure. Medium settings yield 202.6 FPS, while High and Ultra presets deliver 126.3 FPS and 124 FPS, respectively. The difference between High and Ultra at this resolution is a mere 2.3 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset does not add a significant burden over High.

At 2560x1440, performance remains high. Low settings produce 186.3 FPS, Medium drops to 149.4 FPS, and High and Ultra are nearly identical at 93 FPS and 90.5 FPS. This pattern, where High and Ultra are close, repeats across all resolutions, indicating that the Ultra preset in Inside is not dramatically more demanding than High. The 1440p results are all well above the 60 FPS threshold, with even the most demanding preset maintaining an average of 90.5 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes. The Low preset is still very playable at 113.7 FPS, and Medium holds at 90 FPS. However, High and Ultra presets drop to 56.1 FPS and 56.8 FPS, respectively, falling just short of the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data shows a clear bifurcation at 4K: the system can handle lower presets with ease, but the higher presets push the RTX 2060 past its comfort zone. The min and max FPS values are not recorded in the database for these tests, so the analysis is based solely on average frame rates.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Inside? The answer is a definitive yes for the vast majority of scenarios. The verdict from the database is clear: at 1920x1080, all four presets (High, Low, Medium, Ultra) are playable, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 124 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same is true; all presets clear the 60 FPS bar, and the best settings are Ultra at 90.5 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system is still capable, but with caveats. The playable settings at 4K are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best option at an average of 90 FPS. High and Ultra presets at 4K, at 56.1 FPS and 56.8 FPS, fall below the 60 FPS playable threshold, making them less ideal for a perfectly smooth experience. The data indicates that this combo is more than adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it can even handle 4K if the user is willing to dial the settings down to Medium or Low.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would behave similarly. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has an average benchmark score of 37943, and its closest rivals are the Intel Core i9-14901E with a score of 37911 (a 0.1% difference), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at 37904 (0.1% difference), the Intel Core 5 211E at 37829 (0.3% difference), and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 at 37804 (0.4% difference). These CPUs are all within a fraction of a percent in terms of raw processing power, meaning any of them paired with the RTX 2060 would likely produce nearly identical frame rates in Inside, as the game is not CPU-intensive.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 15290. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283, 0% difference), the AMD Radeon 680M (15270, 0.1% difference), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199, 0.6% difference), and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (15171, 0.8% difference). The GTX 580 is a much older card, but its score is nearly identical, indicating that in this specific game, its performance profile is similar. The AMD Radeon 680M is an integrated GPU, but its score is also very close, which is surprising. The RTX 3050 OEM and RX 7600 are more modern cards, but their scores are within 0.8% of the RTX 2060. For Inside, any of these GPUs would deliver a comparable experience, with the caveat that driver optimizations and memory configurations could cause minor deviations.

Best Settings per Resolution

The optimal settings for a consistent 60 FPS experience are straightforward. At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 124 FPS. At 2560x1440, the answer is also Ultra, with an average of 90.5 FPS. At 3840x2160, the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS is Medium, which produces an average of 90 FPS. The data suggests that users at 4K should avoid High and Ultra presets, as they dip to 56.1 FPS and 56.8 FPS, respectively. For those seeking the highest visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, the choice is clear: Ultra at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium at 4K.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Inside at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: Yes, the database shows an average of 124 FPS for the Ultra preset at 1920x1080, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable settings preset at 3840x2160?

A: The best settings at 3840x2160 are Medium, which achieves an average of 90 FPS. High and Ultra presets fall below 60 FPS at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 7600 in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 15290, while the AMD Radeon RX 7600 has a score of 15171, a difference of 0.8%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the GPU is the primary factor, but the CPU is not a bottleneck. The frame rates scale from 186.3 FPS at Low to 90.5 FPS at Ultra, showing the GPU handling the increased load.

Q: What is the rank of this combo among all tested configurations?

A: This combo is ranked 2905 out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Inside.

Q: Are all presets playable at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, the playable settings at 2560x1440 include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra, with Ultra providing an average of 90.5 FPS.