Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a highly capable experience for Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The data reveals that this pairing is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, while the CPU's substantial headroom allows for extreme frame rates at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes it against similar hardware, and provides clear guidance on the best settings for a smooth 60 FPS experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data for this CPU-GPU pairing places it within a specific performance envelope defined by its nearest rivals. For the processor, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D's average benchmark score of 58386 is nearly identical to that of the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M, which scores 58323 and is a mere 0.1% slower. Similarly, the Intel Core i9-14900 sits just 0.5% behind with a score of 58115, while the Intel Xeon w5-2545 is 0.2% ahead at 58504. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 leads this pack by a slim 0.7% margin with a score of 58826. These sub-1% deltas indicate that in synthetic CPU workloads, the 9850X3D is effectively interchangeable with these four processors, meaning users upgrading from or considering any of these chips should expect no meaningful difference in CPU-bound scenarios for Inside.

On the graphics side, the Intel Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 places it in a tight cluster with several other GPUs. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile is the closest competitor, scoring 20534, a 0.1% difference. The Intel Arc A750 is also nearly identical, with a score of 20582, just 0.1% higher. The group is rounded out by the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480, 0.4% slower) and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20662, 0.5% faster). The data suggests that a system with the Arc B570 would produce frame rates in Inside that are statistically indistinguishable from one using the RTX 3070 Mobile or the Arc A750, provided the CPU is not the limiting factor.

The implications for the game itself are clear. Since Inside is a lighter title, the performance is unlikely to be bottlenecked by the processor. Therefore, the GPU's performance class is the primary driver of the frame rate differences. The Arc B570's position in this performance tier means it will deliver a nearly identical gameplay experience to the RTX 3070 Mobile and Arc A750, which is a critical point for system builders looking at comparable hardware.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data for Inside clearly illustrates the shifting balance between CPU and GPU workload as resolution and settings change. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 240 FPS. This extremely high frame rate strongly suggests the CPU is doing the heavy lifting to feed the GPU, and the Arc B570 is not yet the primary constraint. As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the Low preset average drops to 172 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it falls further to 108 FPS. This scaling is a direct result of the GPU having to render more pixels, but the fact that it remains well above 60 FPS indicates the processor continues to provide ample support.

However, the GPU's role becomes far more pronounced when examining the Ultra preset. At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average FPS is 114. This drops to 82 FPS at 2560x1440 and then plummets to 52 FPS at 3840x2160. The steep decline from 1080p to 4K at the highest settings points directly to the Arc B570's memory bandwidth and compute limits becoming the bottleneck. The 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus with a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s is sufficient for lower presets but is strained by the demands of the Ultra preset's effects at 4K.

The data implies that at 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance is what enables the 240 FPS ceiling on Low. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D, with its 96 MB of shared L3 cache and high boost clock of 5.60 GHz, excels at the physics and logic of the game, allowing it to push frames as fast as the GPU can render them. As resolution climbs, the GPU's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth become the deciding factors. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p to 4K on the High preset (120, 86, and 54 FPS respectively) shows a nearly linear relationship with pixel count, a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. Ultimately, for Inside, the CPU is a performance enabler at lower resolutions, while the GPU dictates the ceiling at higher resolutions and demanding presets.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Intel Arc B570 pairing is positioned in the lower-middle tier. The data shows it holds a combo rank of 2983 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This percentile placement—roughly in the 80th percentile of all tested systems—might seem surprising given the strong individual component benchmarks. However, it reflects the fact that Inside is a game from 2016, and many of the 3716 tested combos likely feature top-tier graphics cards that can easily eclipse the Arc B570's performance, even if their CPUs are weaker.

The rank indicates that while this combo is far from the bottom, it is also not in the upper echelon for this specific game. The Arc B570's 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs is a more telling statistic for Inside's performance. The CPU's 92nd percentile ranking among all CPUs is almost irrelevant here, as the game is not CPU-intensive enough to differentiate. The combo rank is therefore dragged down by the GPU's mid-range standing. This suggests that for players prioritizing maximum frame rates in Inside, the GPU is the component to upgrade first, as the 9850X3D provides a massive performance buffer that is going unused in this title.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Inside? The data indicates a resounding yes for the vast majority of configurations. The verdict by resolution confirms that the system is fully playable at 1080p and 1440p across all tested settings, and even at 4K, there are playable options.

At 3840x2160, the playable settings are Low and Medium, with an average FPS of 108 and 87, respectively. The High and Ultra presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 54 and 52. The system is therefore capable of a 4K experience, but only by compromising on visual quality. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, which provides a comfortable 87 FPS average.

The system is completely unrestricted at 2560x1440, with every preset—High, Low, Medium, and Ultra—deemed playable. The Ultra preset manages an 82 FPS average, proving the combo can handle the game at maximum quality at this resolution. Similarly, at 1920x1080, all settings are playable, with the Ultra preset hitting a 114 FPS average. In summary, the PC is a definitive 1080p and 1440p machine for Inside, capable of max settings, and it offers a solid 4K experience when settings are adjusted to Medium.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the system's performance across all resolution and settings combinations. The figures are as follows:

3840x2160 (4K)

• High: 54 avg FPS
• Low: 108 avg FPS
• Medium: 87 avg FPS (min 74, max 100)
• Ultra: 52 avg FPS

2560x1440 (1440p)

• High: 86 avg FPS
• Low: 172 avg FPS
• Medium: 138 avg FPS (min 117, max 159)
• Ultra: 82 avg FPS

1920x1080 (1080p)

• High: 120 avg FPS
• Low: 240 avg FPS
• Medium: 192 avg FPS (min 163, max 221)
• Ultra: 114 avg FPS

The data reveals a clear pattern of diminishing returns as settings increase at each resolution. At 4K, the jump from Medium to High costs 33 FPS, while the jump from High to Ultra only costs 2 FPS, suggesting the Ultra preset introduces a particularly heavy effect that is not worth the performance hit. At 1440p, the scaling is more uniform, with a 52 FPS drop from Low to Medium and a 56 FPS drop from Medium to Ultra. The 1080p results show the system's peak capability, with the Low preset hitting 240 FPS, which is likely a frame rate cap or a CPU limit. The min/max data for the Medium preset at all resolutions shows a stable frame time distribution, with the widest gap at 1080p (163-221) and the tightest at 4K (74-100).

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the playable threshold of 60 FPS, the optimal settings for each resolution are as follows:

• 3840x2160: The best playable setting is Medium, which delivers an average of 87 FPS. This provides a significant performance buffer over the 60 FPS threshold and is the highest quality preset that maintains playability at this resolution.

• 2560x1440: The system can handle the Ultra preset, which achieves an average of 82 FPS. This is the most demanding setting available and still clears the 60 FPS bar, making it the clear choice for maximum visual fidelity at this resolution.

• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is also the best choice here, delivering an average of 114 FPS. The system has enough headroom to run the game at its highest quality with a frame rate that is nearly double the playability threshold.

For players who prioritize a perfectly locked 60 FPS over average frame rates, the Medium preset at 4K offers the safest experience with a minimum of 74 FPS, ensuring no dips below the target. At 1440p and 1080p, the Ultra preset's average FPS is high enough that even potential dips are unlikely to breach the 60 FPS floor, making it the recommended setting for those seeking the best visuals.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D + Intel Arc B570 a good combo for playing Inside?

A: Yes. The data shows this combo is playable at every resolution tested. It can achieve 114 FPS at 1080p Ultra, 82 FPS at 1440p Ultra, and 87 FPS at 4K Medium, all well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K with max settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the average FPS drops to 52, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset also fails to reach 60 FPS with an average of 54. You must use Medium or Low settings for a playable 4K experience.

Q: Which component is more important for performance in this game?

A: The GPU. While the CPU enables high frame rates at low resolutions (240 FPS at 1080p Low), the steep FPS drops at higher resolutions and the Ultra preset are directly tied to the Intel Arc B570's performance limits. The CPU has plenty of headroom.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to the Intel Arc A750 in this performance class?

A: The benchmark data shows they are nearly identical. The Arc B570 has an average score of 20556, while the Arc A750 scores 20582, a difference of just 0.1%. They should deliver virtually the same frame rates in Inside.

Q: What is the most demanding setting I can use at 1440p while staying above 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset. The measured data shows an average of 82 FPS at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, which is the highest quality setting and it maintains a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What kind of frame rate can I expect at 1080p with low settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 240 FPS at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This is likely near the practical limit for the game engine or the system's CPU. For comparison, the Medium preset hits 192 FPS, and the High preset hits 120 FPS.