Inside

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 is a formidable combination for Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer that is far more demanding on the GPU at higher settings than its art style might suggest. Measured data shows this combo delivers exceptionally high frame rates, with the only potential bottleneck appearing at 4K Ultra, where the average still comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. This system is not just playable; it is overwhelmingly capable of maxing out the game at every standard resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this configuration are consistent and strong across all tested resolutions and presets, with no major frame time anomalies indicated by the available min/max data. The frame rates scale predictably with both resolution and graphical preset, showcasing the headroom this hardware provides.

At 1920x1080, the system operates at extremely high frame rates. On the Low preset, the average FPS is 333. Moving to Medium yields an average of 307 FPS, with a minimum of 261 and a maximum of 353, indicating very stable performance with minimal dips. The High preset still delivers an average of 217 FPS. Finally, the most demanding Ultra preset averages 206 FPS, keeping the experience supremely fluid even with every detail maxed out. The gap between Low and Ultra is significant, but the absolute numbers remain so high that the difference is unlikely to be perceptible on most standard 60Hz or 144Hz displays.

Stepping up to 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance remains stellar. The Low preset averages 298 FPS. The Medium preset sees an average of 249 FPS, with a recorded min of 212 and max of 287, demonstrating excellent consistency. The High preset delivers an average of 156 FPS. At Ultra settings, the system still produces an average of 148 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a modest performance hit, but the frame rates are still far beyond what is needed for a smooth experience, suggesting the GPU has ample resources to spare.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the combination remains very strong, though the increased pixel count begins to take a more noticeable toll. The Low preset produces an impressive average of 196 FPS. The Medium preset averages 157 FPS, with a minimum of 133 and a maximum of 180, showing a slightly wider variance but still rock-solid performance. The High preset yields an average of 98 FPS. At the maximum Ultra preset, the average drops to 93 FPS. While this is a significant reduction from the lower resolutions, it still represents a highly playable and smooth experience for a puzzle platformer, comfortably clearing the 60 FPS threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured frame rates, the system can run the game at its highest visual quality while maintaining a very high level of performance at all three standard resolutions. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra in every case.

• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset achieves an average of 206 FPS, which is far above the playable threshold. This is the recommended setting for a flawless experience.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset achieves an average of 148 FPS. This is the optimal choice, providing a high-fidelity image with an immense performance buffer.
• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset achieves an average of 93 FPS. While this is the lowest average recorded, it still offers a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, making it the best setting for 4K gaming on this system.

The data indicates that there is no scenario where this hardware forces a compromise on visual quality to achieve playable frame rates. The user can select Ultra at any resolution and expect a fluid experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this PC ranks 997th out of 3716 total combos for Inside. This places it in the top 27% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing for a mainstream CPU paired with a high-end graphics card. This percentile ranking reflects the system's ability to deliver high frame rates, particularly at demanding resolutions like 4K, where the GPU's capabilities are most impactful.

The ranking suggests that while this is not an absolute top-tier system for this specific game, it is positioned well above the median performer. The high frame rates measured are proof of the efficiency of the RX 9070, as its performance in this title propels the combination into a respectable position within the broader database. The ranking is a holistic view, but the measured FPS data indicates a system that will not struggle with this title's demands.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for each component provides context on what other hardware would likely deliver a similar experience. The performance of the Intel Core i5-13400F is closely matched by several other processors, according to their average benchmark scores.

• AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS: This mobile CPU has an average score of 25284, a 0% delta from the i5-13400F's score. It would offer virtually identical CPU-bound performance.
• AMD Ryzen 7 6800H: Another mobile chip, with a score of 25201 and a delta of 0.4%, meaning it is slightly slower but within a negligible margin.
• Intel Core 5 120: This desktop processor scores 25362, a -0.3% delta, making it a near-perfect match in terms of raw processing power.
• AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D: With a score of 25365 and a -0.3% delta, this chip also provides a very similar level of CPU performance.

In a game like Inside, which is not typically considered CPU-intensive, any of these processors would likely produce identical frame rates to the i5-13400F.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 is flanked by several cards with comparable average scores.

• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER: This card scores 24170, a -1.2% delta, meaning it is slightly slower than the RX 9070.
• AMD Radeon RX 6800S: With a score of 24063 and a -0.8% delta, this is also a close performance match.
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z: This older flagship scores 23736, a 0.6% delta, indicating it is marginally faster in these aggregate benchmarks.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile: Scoring 23628 with a 1.1% delta, this mobile GPU is also very close in overall performance.

A system with an RTX 2080 SUPER or RX 6800S would be expected to produce very similar frame rates in Inside, meaning users with those cards would have a comparable experience regarding both performance and the ability to max out settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear shift in system bottleneck between the CPU and GPU depending on the resolution. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, suggesting the CPU is playing a more significant role in limiting performance. The scaling from Low (333 FPS) to Ultra (206 FPS) shows a 38% reduction in frame rate, indicating that while the GPU is doing more work, the system is still capable of feeding it data fast enough to maintain high output. The absolute numbers are so high that even at Ultra, the CPU is likely nearing its limit for this game's engine.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more dominant role. The frame rates drop, but the relative scaling between presets remains similar, with a 50% reduction from Low (298 FPS) to Ultra (148 FPS). This indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as the pixel count increases, but the CPU is still keeping up well enough to prevent a more drastic collapse in performance.

The trend becomes most apparent at 3840x2160. The performance hit from increasing resolution is substantial, and the scaling between presets is more pronounced. From Low (196 FPS) to Ultra (93 FPS), there is a 53% reduction. This significant drop, coupled with the lower absolute frame rates, clearly identifies the GPU as the primary bottleneck at 4K. The RX 9070's workload at this resolution is immense, and the CPU has ample headroom to keep up. The fact that the system can still average 93 FPS at 4K Ultra shows the GPU is powerful, but it is also the component that determines the final performance ceiling at this resolution.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 can run Inside flawlessly. The verdict is clear: this PC clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and on every preset tested.

• 3840x2160: The system averages 93 FPS at Ultra settings, making this the best setting. All presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are fully playable, offering a smooth 4K experience.
• 2560x1440: With an average of 148 FPS at Ultra, this resolution provides a stellar, high-refresh-rate experience. Every preset is playable with immense headroom.
• 1920x1080: The system achieves an average of 206 FPS on Ultra, making it the best setting. Performance is exceptional across the board, with even the most demanding preset nearly tripling the 60 FPS threshold.

In summary, this combination of CPU and GPU is overpowered for the demands of Inside. The game will run at its maximum visual fidelity with a massive performance buffer at any resolution, ensuring a perfectly smooth and responsive experience. The only consideration for a player would be their display's refresh rate, as the system is capable of far exceeding 60 FPS at 1080p and 1440p. This is a top-tier configuration for this title.