Inside

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is a formidable combination for running Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. Benchmark data shows this setup delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, far exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold. The measured FPS results indicate that this hardware pair is overqualified for the game's demands, providing a smooth and responsive experience even at maximum settings in 4K.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this configuration each have close performance rivals based on aggregate benchmark scores. For the Intel Core i5-14400F, the nearest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, which scores 32,233 points, a mere 0.1% behind the Intel chip's 32,279 average. The Intel Core i9-11900 also sits nearly neck-and-neck with a score of 32,226, just 0.2% lower. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS edges slightly ahead with a score of 32,354, which is 0.2% higher than the i5-14400F. The Intel Core i7-12800H trails by a slightly larger margin, scoring 32,121, a 0.5% deficit. In practical terms, these processors would deliver virtually indistinguishable performance in Inside, meaning any of them would yield similar triple-digit frame rates.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, the performance landscape is equally tight. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the closest rival, with an average score of 17,083, just 0.7% below the RTX 3070's 17,208. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 follows at 17,037, a 1% gap, while the AMD Radeon HD 7970M sits at 17,019, 1.1% lower. Interestingly, the NVIDIA Tesla K40c actually scores higher at 17,468, putting it 1.5% ahead of the RTX 3070. Given that Inside is not a graphically demanding title, any of these GPUs would produce similar results, though the RTX 3070's modern feature set and driver support give it an edge in consistency. The data suggests that swapping to any of these rivals would not meaningfully change the experience in this game.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 achieves a rank of 1,389 out of 3,716 total combos. This places it in the top 37.4% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing. The percentile data for the individual components reinforces this: the CPU sits in the 83rd percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 61st percentile among all graphics cards. The combination of a high-tier CPU with a solidly upper-mid-range GPU results in a system that outperforms the majority of tested configurations.

The rank of 1,389 is particularly impressive when considering the game's release date and modest requirements. The benchmark results show that this combo is not merely adequate but rather exceptionally capable, with headroom to spare. In the context of Inside, the bottleneck is almost entirely removed; the system's performance is limited only by the game engine's frame rate cap or the display's refresh rate, not by the hardware. This rank suggests that the combo would also handle significantly more demanding titles, though the data here only confirms its performance in this specific game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent pattern: the Intel Core i5-14400F and RTX 3070 combination delivers frame rates that are multiples of the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the lowest tested resolution, performance is staggering. With Low settings, the average FPS reaches 339. Medium settings yield an average of 302 FPS, with a minimum of 257 and a maximum of 347. High settings average 189 FPS, and even Ultra settings produce an average of 180 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is never challenged, and the frame rate is likely limited by the CPU's single-thread performance or game engine physics rather than GPU load.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains extraordinarily high. Low settings average 272 FPS, while Medium settings average 217 FPS with a minimum of 185 and maximum of 250. High settings deliver 136 FPS on average, and Ultra settings maintain 129 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but still leaves an enormous margin above 60 FPS. The GPU begins to take on more work at this resolution, but the Ampere architecture's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth handle the game's textures without issue.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the performance finally begins to show some scaling pressure, though it remains excellent. Low settings average 171 FPS, while Medium settings reach 136 FPS with a minimum of 116 and maximum of 157. High settings average 85 FPS, and Ultra settings still manage 81 FPS on average. The 4K results are the only ones where the frame rate dips below 100 FPS, but even the most demanding preset stays comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The data indicates that this game is far from a stress test for the RTX 3070, even at 4K resolution.

The Verdict

The verdict is unambiguous: this PC can run Inside flawlessly. According to the verdictByResolution data, all four settings presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at every tested resolution. This means the system clears the 60 FPS threshold in every conceivable configuration. At 1920x1080, the best preset is Ultra, which runs at an average of 180 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best choice, averaging 129 FPS. Even at 3840x2160, the most demanding resolution tested, Ultra settings average 81 FPS, which is still 21 FPS above the playable threshold.

The data strongly suggests that players should simply select Ultra settings at their native resolution. The game's visual style, which relies on atmospheric lighting and silhouette-based art, benefits from higher detail settings, and the hardware has ample headroom to run them all. There is no scenario in the measured data where this combo fails to deliver a smooth experience. The only potential limitation would be a display with a refresh rate higher than the average FPS, but even a 144 Hz monitor would be fully utilized at 1080p and 1440p settings. For 4K, a 60 Hz display would be perfectly matched, with the 81 FPS average providing a slight buffer against drops.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K with maximum settings?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the measured average FPS is 81, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 339, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT in this context?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17,208, which is 0.7% higher than the RX 7600 XT's 17,083. In Inside, both cards would perform nearly identically.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for the RTX 3070 in this game?

A: No. The CPU ranks in the 83rd percentile among all processors, and the frame rates at 1080p (339 FPS on Low) suggest the CPU is not limiting performance in Inside.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in any tested configuration?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 116, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings. This is still nearly double the 60 FPS threshold.

*Q: Does the system support modern graphics APIs that Inside might use?*

A: Yes, the RTX 3070 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring full compatibility with the game's rendering requirements.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data indicates that the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra at all three tested resolutions. The table below summarizes the optimal settings and the corresponding average FPS.

| Resolution | Best Settings | Average FPS |

|------------|---------------|-------------|

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 180 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 129 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 81 |

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings provide an average of 180 FPS, leaving massive headroom for any potential frame drops. At 2560x1440, Ultra maintains an average of 129 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 3840x2160, Ultra averages 81 FPS, which is still comfortably above 60 FPS and suitable for a 60 Hz 4K display. In all cases, there is no reason to lower settings below Ultra, as the hardware has more than enough performance to handle the maximum visual quality while maintaining a smooth experience. The choice of resolution should therefore be dictated by the display's native resolution and refresh rate, not by any performance constraint.