Inside

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination delivers an exceptionally strong performance profile for Inside, a Puzzle Platformer released in 2016. Benchmark data confirms this pairing is far more than adequate for the game, with measured average frame rates that remain above the 60 FPS playability threshold across nearly every resolution and settings preset tested. The only exception is the most demanding configuration at 4K, where the Ultra preset dips slightly below the target. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, the balance of CPU versus GPU load, and how this specific hardware pairing compares to other tested configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for Inside show a clear and consistent scaling pattern across the three tested resolutions and four graphics presets. At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptionally high, with the Low preset producing an average of 282.9 FPS. Moving up to Medium yields 225.3 FPS, while High settings still deliver a robust 141.7 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset at 1080p averages 132.4 FPS, which is still more than double the 60 FPS threshold. No minimum or maximum frame rate data is provided for any resolution, so the analysis relies solely on these average figures.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains excellent, though the scaling from 1080p is evident. The Low preset averages 201.6 FPS, a drop of roughly 28% from the 1080p Low result. The Medium preset follows a similar trend with an average of 162.2 FPS. The High preset averages 101 FPS, and the Ultra preset, which is the best playable setting at this resolution, still achieves a comfortable 96.7 FPS. This indicates that the hardware has substantial headroom at 1440p, even with the highest quality settings enabled.

Moving to 3840x2160 (4K) reveals the first signs of pressure on the GPU. The Low preset averages 129.9 FPS, which is still very high. The Medium preset drops to 101.2 FPS, and the High preset falls to 65.4 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Ultra preset, however, is the only configuration tested that fails to clear the bar, averaging 57.3 FPS. The data indicates that while the RX 6600 XT can handle 4K with Inside at medium-to-high settings, the Ultra preset is too demanding for a consistently smooth experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals a classic balance between CPU and GPU workload for Inside. The game is not particularly demanding on modern hardware, given its 2016 release date, but the data still shows where the bottleneck shifts. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are so high (from 132 FPS to 283 FPS) that the system is likely operating near a CPU limit in the least demanding presets. The Core i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, has more than enough headroom, but the sheer speed of the RX 6600 XT at these settings means the CPU must work to feed it.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the GPU load grows significantly. This is evident in the performance deltas: the drop from 1080p Low (282.9 FPS) to 1440p Low (201.6 FPS) is a 29% reduction, and the drop to 4K Low (129.9 FPS) is a 54% reduction from the 1080p figure. This scaling is much steeper than what would be expected from a CPU-bound scenario, indicating that the Radeon RX 6600 XT becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU's role is to maintain a high enough frame ceiling; the data suggests it succeeds, as the GPU is clearly the component that dictates the final average FPS at 1440p and 4K.

The difference between presets at the same resolution also points to GPU dominance. At 4K, the gap between Low (129.9 FPS) and Ultra (57.3 FPS) is 72.6 FPS, a massive swing that is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's pixel and texture processing workload. In contrast, at 1080p, the gap between Low (282.9 FPS) and Ultra (132.4 FPS) is 150.5 FPS, but the absolute numbers are so high that the CPU's involvement is still minimal. The conclusion is that the Core i5-13400F provides ample processing power for Inside, and the RX 6600 XT is the sole determinant of playable settings at 1440p and above.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU in this combination provide context for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the Intel Core i5-13400F, its average benchmark score of 25292 places it in a tight cluster. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, a delta of just 0%, meaning performance would be virtually indistinguishable. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D both score slightly higher at 25362 and 25365 respectively, with a -0.3% delta, indicating they are marginally slower in this metric. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201, a 0.4% delta, making it marginally faster. For gaming at the frame rates seen in Inside, these differences are negligible.

For the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT, the average benchmark score is 24442. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630, scores 24277, a 0.7% delta, meaning the RX 6600 XT is slightly faster. The Intel Arc A350M scores 24647, a -0.8% delta, indicating it is slightly slower. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti scores 24236, a 0.8% delta, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER scores 24170, a 1.1% delta. These delta values are so small that, in a game like Inside, any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within a few percent of the measurements above.

The Verdict

The benchmark data provides a definitive answer: this PC can run Inside exceptionally well. The verdict by resolution confirms that 60 FPS is achievable at almost every setting. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at an average of 132.4 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same is true, with Ultra averaging 96.7 FPS. At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding playable option, averaging 65.4 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that fails, averaging 57.3 FPS.

The data implies that for a smooth experience at 4K, players should stick to the High preset, which offers a small but necessary performance buffer. For 1440p and 1080p, there is no practical limitation; the hardware can max out the game's settings without dipping below the playability threshold. The overall combination rank of 2531 out of 3716 tested combos also indicates that while this is not the absolute top-tier setup, it performs in the top third of all configurations tested, which is a strong result for a game of this type.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS varies by resolution, based on the measured data.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 132.4 FPS. This is the highest quality preset available and it maintains a frame rate that is more than double the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 96.7 FPS. This confirms that the RX 6600 XT has substantial headroom at this resolution, allowing for maximum image quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are High, with an average of 65.4 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset is not recommended, as it drops below the 60 FPS target. The High preset provides a stable average while still offering a significant visual upgrade over Medium.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, it can run at 4K, but not at the highest settings. The High preset averages 65.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 57.3 FPS, which is below it.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is playable at 2560x1440, with an average frame rate of 96.7 FPS. This is the most demanding setting tested and it still comfortably exceeds 60 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to the 4K Low preset?

A: The 1080p Low preset averages 282.9 FPS, while the 4K Low preset averages 129.9 FPS. This represents a performance drop of 153 FPS (or about 54%) when moving from 1080p to 4K at the same settings.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck for this game?

A: The data shows the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops significantly from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, indicating that the Radeon RX 6600 XT is the primary constraint, while the Core i5-13400F provides sufficient processing power to avoid bottlenecking.

Q: Does the RX 6600 XT outperform the GTX 1630 in general benchmarks?

A: Yes, the RX 6600 XT has an average benchmark score of 24442, while the GTX 1630 scores 24277. This is a 0.7% delta in favor of the RX 6600 XT.

Q: What is the only setting that fails to reach 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 is the only configuration tested that fails, with an average of 57.3 FPS. All other presets at all other resolutions clear the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination ranks 2531 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the 68th percentile of all systems tested, meaning it outperforms more than two-thirds of the configurations in the database. This is a strong ranking, particularly for a game that is not considered graphically intensive by modern standards. The rank reflects the fact that while this is a mid-range pairing, it has more than enough power to deliver a high-refresh-rate experience at 1080p and 1440p, and remains playable at 4K with adjusted settings. For a puzzle platformer, this level of performance is far beyond what is necessary for a smooth and enjoyable experience.