Inside

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a decisive result for Inside: this is a game that runs at high frame rates across all common resolutions, with only 4K Ultra presenting a challenge. The data shows a strong pairing where the CPU’s multi-threaded headroom complements the GPU’s raw rasterization power, resulting in a system that easily clears the 60 FPS threshold in most scenarios.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 1080p with everything maxed out?*

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 114 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Even the most demanding preset at this resolution is comfortably playable.

Q: What is the weakest performance point for this combo?

A: The only sub-60 FPS result occurs at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, where the average drops to 52 FPS. High settings at 4K also miss the mark at 54 FPS, making 4K the only resolution where you must compromise on quality.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Arc B570’s average benchmark score of 20556 is essentially tied with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, deltaPct 0.1) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582, deltaPct -0.1). It sits 0.4% above the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and 0.5% below the AMD Radeon R9 M390X.

*Q: Is the Core i5-12600KF a bottleneck for this GPU in Inside?*

A: No. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 27799 places it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, scores 27896 (deltaPct -0.3), indicating the i5-12600KF provides ample processing power for this puzzle platformer.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system delivers an average of 138 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 159 FPS. This is a very smooth experience for a fast-paced platformer.

Q: Does the game benefit more from the CPU or the GPU?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 1016) ensures high frame rates, but the GPU’s workload scaling is evident from the 240 FPS Low to 114 FPS Ultra drop. At 4K, the GPU’s pixel rate (200.0 GPixel/s) becomes the primary constraint.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data provides a clear picture of what hardware behaves similarly to this combo. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the closest match with an average score of 27896, only 0.3% higher than the Core i5-12600KF’s 27799. This means gamers with a 5800X3D would see nearly identical frame rates in Inside, assuming the same GPU. The Intel Core i9-10900K (27872, deltaPct -0.3) and AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27887, deltaPct -0.3) also fall within a negligible performance band. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE (27712, deltaPct 0.3) is marginally slower but still within a rounding error.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc A750 is the direct sibling rival, scoring 20582 versus the Arc B570’s 20556 (deltaPct -0.1). In practical terms, these two cards are interchangeable for Inside — both would produce the same playable settings at each resolution. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, deltaPct 0.1) is also a near-perfect match, though it is a laptop part. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480, deltaPct 0.4) and AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20662, deltaPct -0.5) are older mobile/workstation parts that score similarly but may lack modern driver optimizations.

For a builder considering alternatives, swapping the i5-12600KF for a Ryzen 7 5800X3D would change nothing in this game. Swapping the Arc B570 for an Arc A750 would also yield identical results. The performance envelope is tight enough that any of these rival components would deliver the same 60+ FPS experience at 1440p Ultra and 1080p Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of Intel Core i5-12600KF and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2983rd out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the lower half of all tested systems (roughly the 80th percentile of the tested pool), which might seem surprising given the high frame rates. However, the ranking reflects that Inside is a lightweight title where even modest hardware achieves playable performance, and the database includes many high-end combos that push 300+ FPS at 1080p.

The rank of 2983 does not indicate a weak system — it indicates that Inside is not a demanding game. The combo’s actual measured performance shows it delivers 114 FPS at 1080p Ultra, which is 90% above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1440p Ultra, it hits 82 FPS, and even at 4K Medium it maintains 87 FPS. The rank is low because the database includes combos with flagship GPUs that can reach 300+ FPS, but for practical gaming, this combo sits firmly in "excellent" territory for this specific title.

The Verdict

The verdictByResolution data is unambiguous. This PC can run Inside at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 with any preset, including Ultra, while staying above 60 FPS. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 114 FPS; at 1440p Ultra, it is 82 FPS. Both are excellent results.

At 3840x2160, the system is partially playable. The data shows that Low (108 FPS) and Medium (87 FPS, min 74 FPS) settings clear the 60 FPS bar. However, High (54 FPS) and Ultra (52 FPS) fall below the threshold. For 4K gaming, the recommended setting is Medium, which delivers an average of 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS — a smooth experience.

The overall verdict is that this is a capable 1080p and 1440p machine for Inside, with enough headroom for 4K at reduced settings. The game’s 2016 release date and puzzle-platformer genre mean it is not graphically intensive, and this combo exceeds requirements at all but the most extreme settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Inside. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 1016) is sufficient to drive frame rates from 240 FPS at Low to 114 FPS at Ultra. The GPU’s workload scaling is visible: dropping from Low to Ultra reduces the frame rate by 52%, from 240 to 114 FPS. The CPU is not the limiting factor here; even the weakest preset runs at 240 FPS, which is likely a game engine cap.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to assert more influence. The frame rate drops from 172 FPS at Low to 82 FPS at Ultra, a 52% reduction. The CPU still has headroom — the 3dmark_16_threads score of 7956 and multi-threaded benchmark results (cinebench_r23_multicore 23391) indicate no bottleneck. The GPU’s 10 GB of GDDR6 memory and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth are more than adequate for this title at 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant constraint. The frame rate drops to 108 FPS at Low and 52 FPS at Ultra, with Medium at 87 FPS. The pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s become the limiting factors. The CPU’s role diminishes further — even the single-thread score of 1016 is not challenged, as the GPU is clearly the bottleneck at this resolution. The scaling from 108 FPS (Low) to 52 FPS (Ultra) represents a 52% drop, consistent with the GPU’s workload increasing.

In summary, the CPU is sufficient at all resolutions, and the GPU determines the playable settings. At 1080p and 1440p, both components are overkill. At 4K, the GPU’s limits are reached at High and Ultra presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is as follows:

• 1920x1080: Ultra — 114 FPS average. This is the maximum quality setting, and the system handles it with ease. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution.

• 2560x1440: Ultra — 82 FPS average. Again, the highest preset is fully playable. The 82 FPS average provides a 22 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold, making it a safe choice.

• 3840x2160: Medium — 87 FPS average, with a minimum of 74 FPS. This is the best balance of quality and performance at 4K. High and Ultra both fall below 60 FPS (54 and 52 FPS respectively), so Medium is the recommended ceiling.

The data shows that for 1080p and 1440p users, the "Ultra" preset is not just playable but ideal. For 4K users, "Medium" is the sweet spot, offering a 74 FPS minimum that prevents any perceptible stutter. The 4K Low preset (108 FPS) is also viable, but Medium provides a significant visual upgrade for a 21 FPS trade-off.