Inside

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER presents a curious case for a 2016 puzzle platformer like Inside. The measured data shows this combination is not merely capable, but overwhelmingly dominant at every tested resolution and preset. The database records a combo rank of 2663 out of 3716 tested configurations, placing it in the 28th percentile overall, yet within this specific game, the performance headroom is substantial. The following analysis breaks down the recorded FPS data, component roles, and how this hardware stacks up against alternatives.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains an average FPS above 60 at 4K resolution?

A: All four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) exceed the 60 FPS threshold at 3840x2160. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still averages 62.5 FPS. This indicates the system has enough headroom to run the game at maximum quality even at 4K.

Q: How much performance scaling is observed between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 278.3 on Low to 135.7 on Ultra. This represents a 51.2% reduction in frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest settings, showing that graphics quality has a significant impact on GPU workload.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER a better performer than the AMD Radeon RX 460 according to the database?

A: The recorded average benchmark scores show the RTX 2060 SUPER at 18093, while the RX 460 scores 18373. The delta is -1.5% for the RTX 2060 SUPER, meaning the RX 460 holds a slight edge in the overall GPU benchmark score, though the difference is minimal.

Q: What is the most demanding setting that keeps the average FPS above 60 at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 96.4 FPS, which is the highest quality and still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The performance scaling from High to Ultra is approximately 3.7%, which is a very small penalty for the extra visual fidelity.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Core i5-14600KF has an average benchmark score of 49394. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, has an average score of 49228, which places the Intel chip 0.3% ahead. This suggests the two CPUs are virtually identical in overall processing power.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER significantly slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile?

A: The database lists the RTX 3060 Mobile with an average score of 18159, which is only 0.4% higher than the RTX 2060 SUPER's 18093. The difference is negligible, indicating these two GPUs deliver nearly the same baseline performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

For a game like Inside, the workload distribution between the CPU and GPU becomes clearer when examining the FPS scaling across resolutions and presets. The data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, but the CPU is far ahead of what the game needs. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 278.3 FPS. This high frame rate is still CPU-limited in many scenarios, but Inside is not a heavily multithreaded title.

The CPU, with 14 cores and 20 threads, is a Raptor Lake Refresh part. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32544 and single-core score of 4594 place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. This means it has ample headroom for the physics and logic in Inside, which is a 2016 title. The data suggests that at 1080p, the GPU is the limiting factor, particularly when moving to higher settings. When the resolution jumps to 2560x1440, the average FPS on Ultra drops to 96.4, a 28.9% decrease from the 135.7 at 1080p. This scaling indicates the GPU is working harder to render more pixels.

At 3840x2160, the GPU load increases further. The average FPS on Ultra falls to 62.5, which is a 35.2% drop from the 1440p Ultra result. The CPU is not the primary bottleneck at any resolution, as even the lowest CPU-bound scenario at 1080p Low produces a very high frame rate. The data shows that the CPU is effectively a constant, while the GPU is the variable that dictates playability at higher resolutions. The verdict by resolution confirms this: the system is fully playable at all settings, but the margin of safety shrinks as resolution climbs. The GPU is the component that will determine the frame rate, while the CPU provides a stable foundation with no signs of holding back the graphics card.

Best Settings per Resolution

The recorded data allows for a precise determination of the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at each resolution. The threshold for playable is defined as 60 FPS, and the system clears that hurdle with ease.

At 1920x1080, the highest setting is Ultra, and it averages 135.7 FPS. This is the best choice for the highest visual quality without any concerns about performance. The data shows that even the most demanding preset is far above the target frame rate.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again is the recommended setting. The average FPS at Ultra is 96.4, which is comfortably above 60. The drop from High to Ultra is only 3.7 FPS, making the Ultra setting the clear choice for 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 62.5 FPS. This is barely above the 60 FPS threshold, but it is still the best setting. The High preset averages 63.8 FPS, which is only 1.3 FPS higher than Ultra, so the visual fidelity gain is worth the slight performance trade-off. The data suggests that for 4K, Ultra is the optimal setting, as it provides the best image quality while still meeting the playable standard.

The Verdict

The data gives a clear answer: yes, this PC can run Inside, and it does so with substantial headroom. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at every resolution tested. The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and the system exceeds this at all points.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset produces an average of 135.7 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, indicating a very comfortable margin. The system is not challenged at this resolution. The GPU is not the limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still produces an average of 96.4 FPS, a 60.7% margin above the target. This is also a very comfortable situation, though the data shows the GPU is starting to work harder as the resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 62.5 FPS. This is only a 2.5 FPS margin above the playable threshold. While it is technically playable, it is the only scenario where the system is anywhere near the limit. The data implies that 4K Ultra is the boundary of this combination. The system is fully capable of running the game at maximum settings at 1080p and 1440p, and it also manages to run at 4K Ultra, just barely crossing the 60 FPS line.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements provide a detailed look at how the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER perform across all settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high. Low settings produce an average of 278.3 FPS. Medium settings average 221.8 FPS, a 20.3% drop from Low. High settings average 137.7 FPS, which is a 37.9% drop from Medium. Ultra settings average 135.7 FPS, which is only a 1.5% drop from High. The difference between High and Ultra is minimal, while the jump from Medium to High is a significant reduction in performance.

For 2560x1440, the trend continues. Low settings average 201 FPS. Medium settings average 158.5 FPS, a 21.1% drop. High settings average 100.1 FPS, a 36.8% drop from Medium. Ultra settings average 96.4 FPS, a 3.7% drop from High. The pattern is consistent: Low to Medium is a moderate drop, Medium to High is the largest drop, and High to Ultra is a small drop.

At 3840x2160, the scaling is more pronounced. Low settings average 126.6 FPS. Medium settings average 99.4 FPS, a 21.5% drop. High settings average 63.8 FPS, a 35.8% drop from Medium. Ultra settings average 62.5 FPS, a 2.0% drop from High. Across all resolutions, the data shows that the most significant performance hit occurs when moving from Medium to High settings. The step from High to Ultra is consistently very small, indicating that Ultra is not a poorly optimized setting.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this specific CPU and GPU combination at rank 2663 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This rank of 2663 places it in the 71st percentile, which may sound low, but the context is important. The ranking is against all other combos in the database, many of which feature far more powerful GPUs. The combo is not the top-tier hardware, but the game is very light. The data shows that the combination is extremely effective for this game.

The CPU itself has a percentile of 90 versus all CPUs, and the GPU has a percentile of 62 versus all GPUs. This combination creates a system that is heavily weighted toward CPU performance. In Inside, this CPU-heavy bias is beneficial because the game does not require a massive GPU. The GPU is more than enough to handle the game at 4K, while the CPU ensures no frame drops due to physics or AI. The rank of 2663 is a reflection of the GPU's relatively lower tier, but the actual game performance is excellent.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for what other hardware would behave in a similar way. For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14600KF is closely matched by the AMD Ryzen 9 7900. The Ryzen 9 7900 has an average benchmark score of 49228, which is 0.3% higher than the Core i5. This means in most games, the Ryzen 9 7900 would perform nearly identically, so it could be swapped in without a significant change in FPS. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is also close, with a score of 48995, which is 0.8% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is within 0.4%. These CPUs would all behave similarly in Inside, as the game is not CPU-bound.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is close to several other cards. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile has a score of 18159, which is only 0.4% higher. This is a mobile part, but it would produce nearly identical frame rates. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700, with a score of 18189, is 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 460, which has a score of 18373, is 1.5% higher. The Intel Arc A770M is 1.6% higher. The data shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER sits in a cluster of GPUs with similar performance. Users with any of these cards would see very similar results in Inside.