Inside

This PC configuration, pairing an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, delivers a decisive performance outcome for Inside. Benchmark data shows the combo achieves a rank of 1846 out of 3716 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all tested systems. The measured frame rates are consistently high across all tested resolutions, with the lowest average of 73.4 FPS occurring at 4K with Ultra settings. This indicates the hardware combination is more than sufficient for the game, as every single tested configuration clears the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data reflects a system that provides a smooth experience even under the most demanding settings tested, leaving substantial performance headroom in most scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination sits at rank 1846 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This position places the system in the top half of all tested configurations, though not at the very top tier of performance. The ranking reflects a balance between a high-end processor and a mid-range graphics card, resulting in a system that excels in CPU-light scenarios but is ultimately constrained by the GPU's capabilities in more demanding graphical workloads.

The benchmark distribution shows that this combo's performance is competitive with a broad range of systems. Being in the 50th percentile or better for this specific game indicates that the pairing is well-matched for the title's requirements. The CPU's percentile ranking of 95 among all processors contrasts sharply with the GPU's percentile ranking of 61 among all graphics cards, highlighting a significant imbalance in component tiers. This disparity suggests that the processor is vastly overqualified for the graphical demands of Inside, while the graphics card represents a more modest performance tier. The overall combo rank reflects this middle-ground positioning, where the GPU becomes the primary determinant of final frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data for Inside reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU, with the graphics card playing the dominant role across all tested resolutions. The scaling from 1080p to 4K demonstrates this pattern conclusively. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 335.1 FPS, which drops to 149.2 FPS at 4K with the same settings. This 55.5% reduction in frame rate as resolution increases is a classic indicator of GPU-bound performance. The CPU, with its exceptional single-thread score of 1292 in 3dmark and multi-thread score of 17184 in 3dmark_max_threads, is never the limiting factor in this equation.

The settings scaling further confirms the GPU's primary role. Moving from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution produces substantial frame rate penalties that align with increased graphical workload. At 1440p, the average FPS drops from 241.8 on Low to 113.5 on Ultra, a 53.1% decrease. This consistent pattern across all three resolutions indicates that the GPU's processing power, not the CPU's, dictates performance. The RTX 4060's specifications, including its 3072 shading units and 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance, provide the necessary context for these results. The CPU's role is to ensure frame pacing remains consistent, which its high benchmark scores readily support, but the visual output is entirely dependent on the GPU's capabilities.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data confirms all four tested settings at 3840x2160 resolution exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold. The lowest average FPS recorded at 4K is 73.4 FPS on Ultra settings, while High settings produce 74.4 FPS, Medium produces 119.7 FPS, and Low produces 149.2 FPS.

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

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 113.5 FPS, which is the highest quality setting that maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. All settings at this resolution clear the threshold, with Low at 241.8 FPS, Medium at 193.4 FPS, and High at 122.4 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D has an average benchmark score of 75779, placing it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D, 0.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 8224P, and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 9 285. These are extremely tight margins, indicating near-identical CPU performance among these processors.

Q: Is the RTX 4060's performance comparable to other GPUs?

A: The RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 places it within 0.2% of the AMD Radeon HD 7790, 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon 780M, 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 560, and 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 460. These deltas are minimal, showing very similar GPU performance levels.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system produces an average of 169.2 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the system reaches 156.1 FPS even at Ultra settings. Low settings at this resolution produce 335.1 FPS, and Medium produces 266.4 FPS.

Q: Does the system ever drop below 60 FPS?

A: No, not in any of the tested configurations. The lowest average FPS recorded across all resolutions and settings is 73.4 FPS at 4K Ultra. All other settings produce higher averages, with the overall range extending up to 335.1 FPS at 1080p Low.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are unambiguous: this PC can run Inside with exceptional performance at every resolution and setting combination tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings at each resolution clear the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra, with the best settings designation going to Ultra at an average of 73.4 FPS. At 2560x1440, all settings are playable, with Ultra producing 113.5 FPS average. At 1920x1080, all settings are playable, with Ultra at 156.1 FPS average.

The data indicates that even the most demanding configuration, 4K with Ultra settings, maintains a 13.4 FPS margin above the playability threshold. This suggests that the system has sufficient headroom for consistent performance without dipping below 60 FPS. The RTX 4060, despite being a mid-range GPU in the broader market, proves more than adequate for this game's graphical demands. The CPU's high-end capabilities ensure no bottlenecking occurs, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential. This combination is not just playable; it delivers a high-refresh-rate experience at 1080p and 1440p, with solid 4K performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would deliver similar performance in this system. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D's closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D, both with average benchmark scores within 0.1% of the primary CPU. The AMD EPYC 8224P is 0.3% behind, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 is 0.4% behind. These processors would behave nearly identically in terms of frame pacing and CPU-bound scenarios, making them suitable drop-in alternatives for this gaming workload.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 0.2% higher, and the AMD Radeon 780M, which scores 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and AMD Radeon Pro 460 are 0.5% and 0.7% lower respectively. These GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Inside, meaning the overall system performance would remain largely unchanged with any of these alternatives. The tight deltas across both component categories indicate that users seeking similar performance have multiple viable options without sacrificing meaningful frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

The optimal settings for each resolution prioritize the highest quality preset that maintains an average FPS at or above 60. At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that clears this threshold is Ultra, which produces an average of 73.4 FPS. This represents the best visual quality available at 4K while keeping performance comfortably above the playability standard. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings achieve an average of 113.5 FPS, providing both high visual fidelity and substantial performance headroom. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings produce an average of 156.1 FPS, which is the highest quality preset and delivers an exceptional high-refresh-rate experience.

These settings recommendations are based on the measured FPS data, which shows that every preset at every resolution exceeds 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is therefore the recommended choice at all resolutions, as it offers the best visual quality without compromising the playability threshold. The frame rate margins at each resolution vary, with 4K having the smallest buffer at 13.4 FPS above the threshold, while 1080p has a massive 96.1 FPS buffer. This suggests that users at 1440p and 1080p could potentially enable additional graphical enhancements beyond the tested presets, though the data does not cover such configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all tested configurations. At 3840x2160, the system produces 74.4 FPS on High settings, 149.2 FPS on Low, 119.7 FPS on Medium, and 73.4 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Medium is 29.5 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 44.7 FPS, and High to Ultra is a minimal 1.0 FPS difference. This pattern indicates that High and Ultra settings impose nearly identical graphical loads, while the jump from Medium to High is more significant.

At 2560x1440, the results are 122.4 FPS on High, 241.8 FPS on Low, 193.4 FPS on Medium, and 113.5 FPS on Ultra. The difference between Low and Medium is 48.4 FPS, Medium to High is 71.0 FPS, and High to Ultra is 8.9 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 169.2 FPS on High, 335.1 FPS on Low, 266.4 FPS on Medium, and 156.1 FPS on Ultra. The spread from Low to Ultra is 179.0 FPS, showing the wide performance range at this resolution. Across all resolutions, the data shows consistent scaling, with the RTX 4060 providing the graphical horsepower and the CPU ensuring no performance degradation regardless of settings.