Inside

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti delivers exceptional performance in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The measured data shows this combination is overwhelmingly powerful for the game’s requirements, with average frame rates that are multiples of the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset tested. The data set includes 4K, 1440p, and 1080p measurements across Low, Medium, High, and Ultra settings, revealing a consistent pattern of very high headroom.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear progression across resolutions, with no dips below the playable threshold anywhere in the testing matrix. At 1920x1080, the lowest setting produces an average of 393.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset still maintains 188.9 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p reaches 319.7 FPS, and High sits at 196.6 FPS. This indicates the CPU and GPU combination has massive computational headroom at the lowest resolution, where the frame rate is likely limited by engine or driver overhead rather than hardware capability.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop by roughly 28-34% depending on the preset. The Low setting achieves 284.4 FPS, Medium hits 229.7 FPS, High delivers 141.7 FPS, and Ultra remains at 133.9 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, suggesting a balanced load between the Core i5-14600KF and the RTX 3070 Ti. The Ultra preset at 1440p still doubles the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that resolution is not a limiting factor for this hardware.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates become more demanding but remain extremely high. The Low preset averages 182.4 FPS, Medium reaches 142.5 FPS, High holds at 92.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 86.6 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K shows a larger relative decrease than the 1080p to 1440p step, with the Ultra preset losing about 35% of its average FPS. This suggests the GPU becomes more heavily utilized at 4K, but the RTX 3070 Ti with its 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth has no trouble maintaining fluid gameplay.

No minimum or maximum FPS values were recorded in the test data, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. The absence of min/max data means stutter or frame time variance cannot be assessed, but the consistently high averages across all 12 test conditions indicate a stable experience. The highest measured average is 393.2 FPS at 1080p Low, while the lowest is 86.6 FPS at 4K Ultra, leaving a range of 306.6 FPS between the most and least demanding configurations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data for the CPU and GPU provides context on what other hardware would behave similarly in this game. For the Intel Core i5-14600KF, the closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 with an average score of 49228, just 0.3% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 49196, a 0.4% deficit, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is 0.8% behind at 48995. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the only rival that edges ahead, with a score of 49796, representing a -0.8% deltaPct (meaning it is 0.8% faster). These differences are negligible for gaming, so any of these CPUs paired with the same GPU would produce nearly identical FPS in Inside.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti’s nearest rival is the RTX 5070 Mobile with a score of 29928, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30095, placing it 0.5% higher, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti scores 29783, 0.5% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is 1.6% behind at 30433, which is the largest delta in the group. For Inside, these GPUs would all deliver similar frame rates, though the exact values would depend on the CPU pairing.

Combining these alternatives, a system with an AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and an AMD Radeon RX 6800 would be the most closely matched substitute, with both components scoring slightly higher than the tested pair. A system with the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and RTX 2080 Ti would be slightly slower on both fronts, but the differences are within 1% for CPU and 0.5% for GPU, meaning the FPS in the measured resolutions would differ by only a few frames per second.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU split responsibilities across resolutions and presets. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 188.9 to 393.2, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 204.3 FPS. This wide spread indicates the GPU is heavily utilized even at the lowest resolution, since the Core i5-14600KF with its 14 cores and 20 threads can easily feed the RTX 3070 Ti. The CPU’s high single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4594, ensures no bottleneck at 1080p.

At 1440p, the spread between Low and Ultra narrows to 150.5 FPS, from 284.4 down to 133.9. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is similar across all presets, which suggests the GPU is scaling predictably with pixel count. The CPU’s role diminishes slightly as resolution increases, but the Core i5-14600KF’s multi-core strength, shown by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32544, keeps the frame rates consistently high.

The 4K results show the most significant GPU load. The difference between Low and Ultra is 95.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset at 86.6 FPS represents the only configuration below 100 FPS in the entire dataset. This indicates the RTX 3070 Ti becomes the primary limiter at 4K, but the CPU still provides enough headroom to avoid any frame drops. The scaling from 1440p to 4K for the Ultra preset is a 35.3% reduction, while the Low preset drops by 35.9%, showing a consistent GPU-bound behavior at this resolution.

Across all resolutions, the CPU’s role is to maintain high minimum frame rates and prevent dips, which it does effectively given its 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The RTX 3070 Ti, ranked in the 75th percentile among all GPUs, handles the pixel pushing duties. For a game like Inside with its simple geometry and limited draw calls, the CPU is never the bottleneck, and the GPU only becomes relevant at 4K Ultra.

The Verdict

The verdictByResolution data is unambiguous: this PC can run Inside at every resolution and preset with average FPS well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra, with the best settings being Ultra at 86.6 FPS average. This means even the most demanding configuration at 4K clears the threshold by 26.6 FPS, providing comfortable headroom.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra achieving 133.9 FPS average. This is more than double the threshold, making 1440p a sweet spot for this hardware where maximum visual quality is easily achieved. The Low preset at 284.4 FPS is excessive for the game’s needs, but demonstrates the hardware’s capability.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra with 188.9 FPS average. This is over three times the playable threshold, indicating that the Core i5-14600KF and RTX 3070 Ti are massively overqualified for 1080p gaming in Inside. Even the highest preset leaves enormous performance on the table, which could be used for other tasks like recording or streaming without impacting frame rates.

The data confirms that no resolution or preset combination falls below 60 FPS. The lowest average FPS in the entire dataset is 86.6 at 4K Ultra, which is still 44% above the threshold. This system provides a flawless experience for Inside regardless of user preference for resolution or visual quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame places this configuration at rank 1080 out of 3716 tested combos. This puts it in the top 29.1% of all hardware combinations tested in Inside. Given that this game has relatively low system requirements due to its 2016 release date and Puzzle Platformer genre, the rank reflects the high performance of both the CPU and GPU.

The Core i5-14600KF’s 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs contributes significantly to this position. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and Intel Core Ultra 5 245, are all within 1% of its average benchmark score, indicating a tight cluster of high-end processors. The RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile GPU ranking is lower but still respectable, and its nearest rivals like the RTX 2080 Ti and RX 6800 are similarly clustered.

The rank of 1080 out of 3716 suggests that while many faster combos exist, particularly those with higher-end GPUs like the RTX 3090 or RTX 4080, this configuration is well above average. For Inside specifically, the game’s modest requirements mean that even lower-ranked combos would likely achieve 60 FPS, so this rank is more indicative of raw hardware capability than playability.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 86.6 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The highest measured average is 393.2 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the Core i5-14600KF compare to its nearest CPU rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 is the closest rival with an average score of 49228, just 0.3% lower than the Core i5-14600KF’s score.

Q: Which GPU is the closest alternative to the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile has the smallest delta at 0.1%, with an average score of 29928 compared to 29945.

Q: Is there any resolution or preset where the FPS drops below 60?

A: No. The lowest average FPS across all 12 tested configurations is 86.6 at 4K Ultra, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The 1080p Ultra average is 188.9 FPS, while 4K Ultra is 86.6 FPS, representing a 54.2% reduction.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average FPS of 86.6. This is the best visual quality configuration available, and the data confirms it remains 26.6 FPS above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, delivering 133.9 FPS average. This provides excellent visual fidelity with more than double the required frame rate, making it an ideal choice for high refresh rate monitors.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings again provide the best experience, with 188.9 FPS average. This is the highest FPS at the highest quality settings across any resolution, ensuring smooth gameplay even on 144Hz or 165Hz displays.

Across all three resolutions, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, as the RTX 3070 Ti and Core i5-14600KF have enough performance headroom to run the game at maximum quality without approaching the 60 FPS limit. The data shows no benefit to lowering settings at any resolution, as even the most demanding configuration at 4K maintains a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.