Inside

The Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers an exceptional performance profile for Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer that is anything but demanding on modern hardware. The measured data, collected across three resolutions and four quality presets, shows this combination not only clears the 60 FPS playability threshold in every scenario but does so with a massive margin for headroom. At 4K Ultra, the most stressful configuration tested, the combo still averages 106.1 FPS, indicating that the game’s graphical ceiling is far below the capabilities of this hardware. The data suggests that users with high-refresh-rate displays will be the primary beneficiaries, as the frame rates at lower resolutions rival or exceed the refresh rates of most gaming monitors.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this configuration are uniformly high, with the lowest average frame rate recorded at 106.1 FPS. The data reveals a clear scaling pattern tied to both resolution and graphical settings.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the average frame rates range from a low of 106.1 FPS at Ultra settings to a high of 226.8 FPS at Low settings. The Medium preset averages 181 FPS, while the High preset sits between Medium and Ultra at 113.2 FPS. The performance delta between Low and Ultra is substantial, representing a reduction of 120.7 FPS when moving to the highest quality settings. Notably, the gap between High (113.2 FPS) and Ultra (106.1 FPS) is relatively narrow at 7.1 FPS, suggesting that the visual upgrade from High to Ultra comes at a modest performance cost at this resolution.

Moving down to 2560x1440 (1440p), the frame rates increase significantly. The Ultra preset averages 170 FPS, which is 63.9 FPS higher than the 4K Ultra result. The High preset achieves 175.4 FPS, while Medium and Low reach 282.4 FPS and 351.4 FPS, respectively. The scaling from 4K to 1440p is consistent across all settings, with an average improvement of approximately 60 FPS. The Low preset at 1440p is particularly notable, as its 351.4 FPS average is more than three times the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the performance ceiling is reached. The Low preset averages 393.7 FPS, the highest figure recorded in the entire dataset. The Medium preset follows at 358.4 FPS, with High and Ultra averaging 245.9 FPS and 234.9 FPS, respectively. The difference between 1440p and 1080p is less pronounced than the jump from 4K to 1440p, with an average gain of roughly 40-50 FPS depending on the preset. The Ultra preset at 1080p still manages 234.9 FPS, which is over 174 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold.

Across all resolutions, the min and max FPS values are not provided in the data. However, the average frame rates are sufficiently high that even significant frame time variance would not likely push the experience below the playable threshold. The consistency of the results—where every single configuration tested exceeds 100 FPS—points to a system that is significantly overqualified for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database places the Intel Core i5-14600K at the 90th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48618. Its nearest rivals in terms of aggregate CPU performance are the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, which scores 48698 and is 0.2% faster, and the AMD EPYC 4345P, which scores 48470 and is 0.3% slower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX and Intel Core Ultra 5 245 are also close, with scores of 48287 (0.7% slower) and 48995 (0.8% faster), respectively. For this game, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates, as Inside is not a CPU-intensive title.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 sits at the 82nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 40377. Its nearest rivals are all AMD workstation cards: the Radeon Pro 580 (40318, 0.1% faster), the Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063, 0.8% faster), and the Radeon Pro 5300 (40870, 1.2% slower). The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile is 2% slower with a score of 39568. Despite these cards being from a different market segment, their raw performance metrics are comparable. In practical terms for Inside, a user with a Radeon Pro 580 or a Radeon Pro WX 7100 would see frame rates within a few percentage points of the RTX 5070, assuming the rest of the system remains constant.

The overall combo rank for this CPU-GPU pairing is 427 out of 3716 tested combinations, placing it in the top 11.5% of all configurations in the database. This ranking reflects the high individual performance of both components, though the game’s low system requirements mean that even substantially weaker hardware would likely achieve playable results.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Inside shows that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining frame rates, but the CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings. The performance scaling between resolutions provides insight into this dynamic.

When moving from 4K to 1440p, the average frame rate increases by roughly 50-60 FPS across all presets. This is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance, where lowering the render resolution reduces the workload on the graphics card, allowing it to push more frames. The jump from 1440p to 1080p yields a smaller gain of 30-50 FPS, suggesting that the system is beginning to approach a CPU or other system-level bottleneck at these very high frame rates.

The setting-based scaling further illustrates this. At 4K, the difference between Low and Ultra is 120.7 FPS, indicating that the game’s graphics settings have a massive impact on GPU load. At 1080p, the same Low-to-Ultra gap shrinks to 158.8 FPS (from 393.7 to 234.9), but the absolute frame rates are so high that the CPU is likely limiting the Low preset’s ability to scale further. The fact that the 1080p Low preset (393.7 FPS) is only 42.3 FPS faster than the 1440p Low preset (351.4 FPS), despite a 44% reduction in pixel count, points to a CPU limitation at these extreme frame rates.

For the user, this means that at 4K, the RTX 5070 is the primary driver of performance, and the i5-14600K is more than sufficient. At 1440p and 1080p, the CPU begins to matter more, but the i5-14600K’s strong single-threaded performance—evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064 and PassMark single-thread score of 4270—ensures it does not become a limiting factor. The data shows the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at rates approaching 400 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can show.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination holds the 427th position out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Inside. This places the pairing in the top 11.5% of all configurations, a strong showing that reflects the high individual standings of both components.

The CPU’s 90th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 82nd percentile ranking are both above average, and their combination produces a system that is well-matched for this title. The high combo rank is somewhat expected given the hardware, but it is notably Inside’s modest requirements mean that many lower-ranked combos would also achieve 60 FPS. The rank is more indicative of the system’s raw compute power than its suitability for this specific game.

In context, a combo ranked 427th is in the upper echelon of all systems tested. The delta between this combo and the top-ranked systems is likely small in terms of actual frame rates, given that the game is already running at over 100 FPS at the most demanding settings. The rank serves as a useful reference for users comparing this system to others in the database, but the practical differences in gameplay experience would be minimal.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with extraordinary headroom. The verdict data confirms that all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at every resolution tested, with all average frame rates exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 106.1 FPS, which is 46.1 FPS above the playable threshold. This means users can enjoy the game at maximum graphical quality at 4K without any concerns about performance. The High preset (113.2 FPS) and Medium preset (181 FPS) offer even more headroom, while Low (226.8 FPS) is suitable for high-refresh-rate 4K displays.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 170 FPS, which is 110 FPS above the threshold. This is an excellent result for users with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors, as the system can maintain frame rates that match or exceed the display’s refresh rate. The Medium preset (282.4 FPS) and Low preset (351.4 FPS) are overkill for most displays but useful for competitive play or reducing input lag.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 234.9 FPS, making this the ideal resolution for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Low preset (393.7 FPS) approaches the limits of what most gaming monitors can display, and even the most demanding preset is 174.9 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold.

In summary, the system is not just capable of running Inside; it is overqualified. Users can select any resolution and preset combination without needing to compromise for the sake of performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users prioritizing maximum visual quality while maintaining at least 60 FPS, the data indicates the Ultra preset is achievable at every resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, with an average frame rate of 106.1 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration in the entire dataset, and it still comfortably clears the 60 FPS threshold by 46.1 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average frame rate of 170 FPS. This provides a 110 FPS margin over the threshold, leaving ample room for any potential frame drops in complex scenes.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra once again, with an average frame rate of 234.9 FPS. The margin here is 174.9 FPS, which is more than sufficient for even the most demanding high-refresh-rate displays.

In all cases, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice. The frame rates are so high that there is no practical reason to reduce settings, unless a user is aiming for a specific frame rate target that exceeds the Ultra preset’s output—such as a 240Hz display at 1080p, where the Low preset’s 393.7 FPS would be more appropriate.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K Ultra settings with playable performance?

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average frame rate of 106.1 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this CPU-GPU combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 393.7 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: At which resolution does the system show the largest performance gap between Low and Ultra settings?

A: The largest gap is at 1920x1080, where the difference between Low (393.7 FPS) and Ultra (234.9 FPS) is 158.8 FPS. At 4K, the gap is 120.7 FPS, and at 1440p, it is 181.4 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14600K compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H?

A: The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H has an average benchmark score of 48698, which is 0.2% higher than the i5-14600K’s score of 48618. The performance difference is negligible for gaming.

Q: Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 significantly faster than the AMD Radeon Pro 580?

A: No, the Radeon Pro 580 has an average score of 40318, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 5070’s 40377. The two GPUs are effectively tied in performance.

Q: What is the overall rank of this combo among all tested systems for Inside?

A: The combo ranks 427th out of 3716 tested configurations, placing it in the top 11.5% of all systems in the database.