Inside

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 570 presents a classic mid-range desktop configuration. For a 2016 puzzle platformer like Inside, the data shows this combo is more than adequate for most gaming scenarios, though 4K resolution demands significant compromises. The recorded measurements indicate a system that can deliver smooth frame rates at 1080p across all presets, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical load increase.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database places the Intel Core i5-10400F in the 68th percentile of all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 14185. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are remarkably close in output. The Intel Xeon 6756E scores 14163, a negligible 0.2 percent difference, meaning the two processors would deliver virtually identical performance in most tasks. Similarly, the AMD EPYC 7552 trails by just 0.5 percent with a score of 14115. On the other side, the Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14232, which is 0.3 percent ahead, and the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C leads by 0.6 percent with a score of 14277. These deltas are within noise margins, so any of these chips would behave nearly identically in a real-world gaming scenario.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 570 sits in the 74th percentile of all tested graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 28766. Its closest competitor is the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, which scores 28874, a 0.4 percent advantage. The AMD Radeon R9 M295X trails by 0.7 percent at 28580, while the AMD Radeon RX 470, a direct sibling in the same Polaris family, leads by 0.8 percent with a score of 28996. The NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 is 1.2 percent behind at 28421. In practical terms, swapping to any of these alternatives would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Inside. The RX 470 is particularly notable as it shares the same architecture and would offer the closest user experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

Inside is a puzzle platformer with a relatively static camera and limited on-screen physics, so the workload leans heavily toward the GPU. The measured FPS scaling across resolutions supports this interpretation. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 64 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 Ultra drops the average to 46 FPS, a 28 percent reduction. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average falls to 29 FPS, a 55 percent decline from 1440p. This steep drop with resolution indicates the RX 570 is the limiting factor at higher pixel counts.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions where frame rates are less demanding. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 135 FPS on average. This high ceiling suggests the i5-10400F can feed the GPU adequately at lower settings. The processor's 6 cores and 12 threads, along with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, provide sufficient headroom for the game's logic. The CPU benchmarks show a multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 10283 and a single-core score of 1451, which are more than enough for a game released in 2016. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, as evidenced by the larger percentage drops in FPS when raising resolution at the same preset level. The medium preset data, which includes min and max FPS, shows the frame pacing remains consistent, indicating no CPU-related stuttering.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings. At 1920x1080, the lowest tested resolution, the system performs strongly across the board. Low settings produce an average of 135 FPS. Medium settings average 108 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 124 FPS. High settings average 68 FPS. Ultra settings average 64 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The gap between High and Ultra is only 4 FPS, making Ultra the clear choice for visual fidelity at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, performance remains respectable but requires more careful preset selection. Low settings average 97 FPS. Medium settings average 78 FPS, with a minimum of 66 FPS and a maximum of 89 FPS. High settings drop to 49 FPS on average, falling below the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings average 46 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra here is just 3 FPS, but both sit below playable levels, so users must step down to Medium or Low for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the RX 570 struggles to maintain playable frame rates except at the lowest preset. Low settings average 61 FPS, barely clearing the 60 FPS bar. Medium settings average 49 FPS, with a minimum of 42 FPS and a maximum of 56 FPS. High settings drop to 31 FPS on average, and Ultra settings fall to 29 FPS. The data shows a steep cliff between Low and Medium at 4K, with a 12 FPS drop that pushes the experience below the playability threshold.

The Verdict

This PC can run Inside, but the experience depends heavily on resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable. Low, Medium, High, and Ultra all exceed 60 FPS on average, with Ultra delivering 64 FPS. This is the ideal environment for this combo. At 2560x1440, only Low and Medium clear the 60 FPS bar. Medium averages 78 FPS, which is comfortable, while High and Ultra fall to 49 FPS and 46 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, only Low is playable, averaging 61 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fail to reach 60 FPS, with averages of 49 FPS, 31 FPS, and 29 FPS respectively. The verdict is clear: 1080p is the sweet spot, 1440p is viable with reduced settings, and 4K is only playable on the lowest preset.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database's cumulative testing of 3716 hardware combinations for Inside, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 3523rd. This places it in the lower portion of the overall distribution, which makes sense given the age and mid-range positioning of both components. The rank reflects that many newer or higher-tier combinations deliver more headroom, but it also shows that this combo still meets the 60 FPS playability threshold at common resolutions. The percentile rankings for the individual components, 68th for the CPU and 74th for the GPU, are notably higher than the combo's overall rank, indicating that the pairing itself is not the limitation. The game's modest requirements mean this older configuration remains viable, even if it does not compete with top-tier hardware in the aggregate standings.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Inside at 60 FPS on a 1080p monitor?

A: Yes. All four presets at 1920x1080 exceed 60 FPS on average. Low averages 135 FPS, Medium averages 108 FPS, High averages 68 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gameplay?

A: Medium is the best playable setting at 2560x1440, averaging 78 FPS with a minimum of 66 FPS. High and Ultra both fall below 60 FPS, so they are not recommended.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: Only at Low settings. The 3840x2160 Low preset averages 61 FPS, barely clearing the threshold. Medium averages 49 FPS, High averages 31 FPS, and Ultra averages 29 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 570 compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RX 570 scores 28766 on average. The AMD Radeon RX 6800M is 0.4 percent ahead, the AMD Radeon R9 M295X is 0.7 percent behind, the AMD Radeon RX 470 is 0.8 percent ahead, and the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 is 1.2 percent behind.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: No. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 135 FPS on average, indicating the i5-10400F provides sufficient throughput. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 1451 and multi-core score of 10283 are strong enough for this title.

Q: What is the frame pacing like at Medium settings?

A: The Medium preset has recorded min and max FPS values. At 1080p, the range is 92 FPS to 124 FPS. At 1440p, it is 66 FPS to 89 FPS. At 4K, it is 42 FPS to 56 FPS. These ranges indicate consistent frame delivery without major stutters.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, which averages 61 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall short, so Low is the mandatory choice for 4K.

At 2560x1440, Medium is the most demanding preset that clears 60 FPS, averaging 78 FPS with a minimum of 66 FPS. High and Ultra are not playable, so Medium offers the best balance of visuals and performance.

At 1920x1080, Ultra is the best option, averaging 64 FPS. Since Ultra is the highest preset available and still clears the 60 FPS threshold, there is no reason to drop to High, Medium, or Low unless the user prefers higher frame rates. Low reaches 135 FPS on average, but Ultra provides the full visual experience while maintaining playable performance.