Inside

The data for Inside with an Intel Core i3-12100F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 shows a system that is overwhelmingly capable of running the game at high frame rates across all tested resolutions. The benchmark results indicate a strong performance profile, with the only limitation appearing at the 4K Ultra preset, which falls just short of the 60 FPS playable threshold. The measured FPS figures are derived from actual testing, providing a reliable basis for analysis.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers exceptional performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 285.3 FPS, while the Medium preset reaches 226.5 FPS. High settings produce an average of 144.2 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains a robust 132.4 FPS average. All of these figures are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating that the system has substantial headroom at this resolution. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance drop of approximately 153 FPS, which is a significant reduction, but the absolute values remain very high.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive. The Low preset averages 206.1 FPS, with Medium at 162.7 FPS. High settings yield 103.8 FPS, and Ultra settings still manage an average of 96.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra here is about 109 FPS, showing that the resolution increase demands more from the GPU, but the frame rates are still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The data suggests that this resolution is a sweet spot for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 3840x2160, the performance story changes at the top end. The Low preset averages 128.1 FPS, and Medium averages 101.4 FPS. High settings manage 62.4 FPS, which is just barely above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of 59.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K with maximum settings. The scaling from Low to Ultra at this resolution is a drop of about 68 FPS, which is less steep than at lower resolutions, but the starting point is lower.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 132.4 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold. This preset is listed as playable in the verdict data.

Q: What is the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS at 3840x2160?

A: The High preset at 3840x2160 averages 62.4 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at this resolution falls short with an average of 59.9 FPS.

Q: How does the performance scale between 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 at High settings?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 103.8 FPS, while at 3840x2160, the same preset averages 62.4 FPS. This represents a drop of approximately 41 FPS, indicating a significant load increase on the GPU when moving to 4K.

Q: Is the RX 7600 the bottleneck at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS is 59.9, just below the 60 FPS threshold. This is despite the i3-12100F having a single-thread benchmark score of 893 in 3DMark, which is sufficient for the game's demands.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: The Low preset averages 206.1 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 96.9 FPS. This is a reduction of about 109 FPS, or roughly 47% lower performance when moving to the highest settings.

Q: Does the system meet the 60 FPS threshold at all resolutions?

A: No. The verdict data lists playable settings for each resolution. At 3840x2160, Ultra is not playable (59.9 FPS), but High, Medium, and Low are. At 2560x1440 and 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i3-12100F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 ranks 2478 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the lower half of the tested configurations, which is interesting given the high frame rates observed. The ranking is influenced by the fact that many tested combos likely use higher-end CPUs and GPUs, which push the average FPS even higher. However, the absolute performance of this combo is excellent for the game's requirements.

The percentile data for the individual components provides context. The CPU is in the 68th percentile when compared to all CPUs, meaning it outperforms most processors in the database. The GPU is in the 57th percentile for all GPUs. The combo's rank of 2478 out of 3716 suggests that while the parts are individually solid, the pairing is not unusual for achieving top-tier scores in the database. The data implies that the RX 7600 is the more limiting component, as the CPU has a higher relative standing.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. The Intel Core 3 N355 has a nearly identical score of 13492, with a deltaPct of 0. The Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13452, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 0.7% higher, and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13351, which is 1.1% lower. These alternatives would provide essentially the same CPU-level performance in Inside, meaning the frame rates would be nearly identical.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 has an average benchmark score of 15171. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro 560X scores 15082, which is 0.6% lower. The AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270, which is 0.7% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 Ti scores 15063, which is 0.7% lower. These GPUs would produce very similar performance in this game, with differences of less than 1% in benchmark scores. A user with any of these alternatives would expect comparable FPS results.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is 152.9 FPS, which is a large gap. At 2560x1440, this gap narrows to 109.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the gap is 68.2 FPS. This pattern indicates that at lower resolutions, the CPU has more headroom, and the GPU's workload scales with settings. However, the absolute frame rates at 1080p are so high that neither component is likely stressed to its limits.

The CPU's role is more apparent in maintaining the high frame rates at lower resolutions. The i3-12100F has a strong single-thread score of 893 in 3DMark, which is relevant for a game like Inside. The scaling from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings shows a drop from 144.2 FPS to 103.8 FPS, a 40 FPS reduction. The scaling from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at High settings shows a drop from 103.8 FPS to 62.4 FPS, a 41 FPS reduction. This consistent drop suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor when moving to higher resolutions, as the CPU's performance is likely sufficient to feed the GPU at all tested points.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside. The verdict data confirms that at 1920x1080, all presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the Ultra preset averaging 132.4 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets are also playable, with Ultra averaging 96.9 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold on High settings (62.4 FPS), Medium (101.4 FPS), and Low (128.1 FPS). The only setting that fails to reach 60 FPS is Ultra at 3840x2160, which averages 59.9 FPS.

For a 1080p or 1440p display, this system provides a highly smooth experience with maximum settings. For a 4K display, High settings are the recommended ceiling to maintain 60 FPS, but the game is also fully playable at Medium or Low. The data clearly indicates that the i3-12100F and RX 7600 combination is more than adequate for this puzzle platformer, with performance headroom to spare at most settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 62.4 FPS. This is the optimal choice for 4K, as it provides the best visual quality without dropping below the playable threshold. The Ultra preset, at 59.9 FPS, is not recommended by the data.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, which averages 96.9 FPS. This is the highest preset and provides the maximum visual fidelity while maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS. The system has enough power to run the game at its highest settings at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 132.4 FPS. This is the highest preset and offers the best visual experience. The frame rate is exceptionally high, suggesting the system could even handle higher refresh rate displays without issue. The data shows that this resolution is the most comfortable for the combo, with no settings-related performance concerns.