Inside

The Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination is overwhelmingly capable of running Inside at maximum settings across all tested resolutions. Benchmark data shows the game is not a demanding title for this hardware, with average frame rates well above the 60 FPS playable threshold at 1080p, 1440p, and even 4K. The data indicates that the most demanding preset, Ultra, still yields an average of 104.7 FPS at 3840x2160, confirming that the primary bottleneck for this pairing is the monitor's refresh rate, not the hardware's graphical limits.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this system each have close performance equivalents that would produce nearly identical frame rates in Inside. The Intel Core i7-12700K's average benchmark score of 35287 places it within a tight cluster of rivals, all within a 0.4% delta. The nearest competitor is the Intel Core i5-13600T with an average score of 35305, a mere 0.1% difference. Following closely are the Intel Core i7-12700KF at 35365 (0.2% delta) and the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35403 (0.3% delta). The Intel Core 5 213PE, with a score of 35428, is 0.4% off the pace. For a game like Inside, which is not heavily multi-threaded, the single-thread performance of these chips would be the deciding factor; the data shows the i7-12700K scores 1850.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core, a strong indicator that any of these rivals would deliver indistinguishable gameplay.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT presents a more unusual comparison landscape. Its average benchmark score of 13745 puts it near a set of rivals that are not typically considered direct competitors. The AMD Radeon 660M scores 13812, a 0.5% delta, while the NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile scores 13821, also a 0.5% delta. The AMD Radeon RX 570X is slightly further behind at 13871 (0.9% delta). Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT scores 13543, which is 1.5% lower. This data suggests that for the specific benchmark suite used, the RX 7900 XT performs in line with these diverse cards, but in actual gaming, particularly with a light title like Inside, the RX 7900 XT's raw specifications—such as its 5376 shading units and 20 GB of GDDR6 memory—would provide a substantial advantage over the integrated and mobile-class GPUs in its rival list. The practical takeaway is that swapping the RX 7900 XT for any of these rivals would drastically reduce performance in most games, but the CPU alternatives would be a seamless swap.

CPU and GPU Roles

For Inside, the performance scaling across resolutions reveals that the GPU is the dominant factor, but the CPU is never a limiting constraint. The data shows a clear pattern: as resolution decreases, average frame rates increase significantly. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 104.7 FPS. Dropping to 2560x1440 Ultra raises the average to 167.5 FPS, a 60% increase. At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average climbs to 233 FPS, which is 122% higher than the 4K result. This scaling is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario; the RX 7900 XT has more headroom at lower resolutions because the pixel fill rate requirement is reduced.

The CPU's role is best understood by comparing the 1080p results, where CPU overhead is most likely to surface. At 1920x1080, the frame rates range from 366.4 FPS on Low to 233 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 133.4 FPS, a substantial difference that is driven by the GPU's workload. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would plateau regardless of the graphics preset. Since the frame rate still varies significantly with settings at 1080p, the i7-12700K is clearly not the limiting factor. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 9276 and the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784 indicate ample processing power for the game's physics and logic, which are modest for a puzzle platformer. The conclusion is that for this game, users should focus on GPU settings to adjust frame rate, as the CPU will readily keep up at all tested resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K with the highest visual quality?*

A: Yes. The data shows that at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the system achieves an average frame rate of 104.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Even the High preset at 4K averages 111.9 FPS.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 326.5 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 167.5 FPS. This represents a 159 FPS difference, showing that the RX 7900 XT has significant headroom even at the highest settings.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-12700K a strong performer for this game?

A: The benchmark data indicates it is more than sufficient. It scores 9979 in 3dmark_max_threads and 1850.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. For a game like Inside, this level of performance means the CPU will not cause frame drops.

Q: How does the RX 7900 XT compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 7900 XT has an average benchmark score of 13745. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon 660M, scores 13812, a 0.5% difference. The NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile is also 0.5% behind, and the AMD Radeon RX 570X is 0.9% behind. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT scores 1.5% lower.

Q: Is the frame rate at 1080p capped or limited by the CPU?

A: No. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates range from 366.4 FPS on Low to 233 FPS on Ultra. The significant variation between presets demonstrates that the GPU is still the primary performance driver, and the CPU is not creating a bottleneck.

Q: Which resolution provides the best balance of high frame rate and visual fidelity?

A: Based on the data, 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset is a strong choice, as it delivers an average of 167.5 FPS. This is a high frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of most standard monitors while still providing the full visual detail of the game.

The Verdict

This PC can definitively run Inside at a level far exceeding the playable threshold. The verdict by resolution is clear: at every tested resolution, from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are listed as playable. The most demanding configuration, 4K Ultra, still produces an average of 104.7 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 167.5 FPS, and at 1920x1080, it reaches 233 FPS. The data shows no scenario where the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is not a borderline case; the hardware provides a massive performance buffer, making the game run exceptionally smoothly even at maximum settings on a 4K display. The combination of the i7-12700K and RX 7900 XT is overkill for this title, ensuring a flawless experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT ranks 505th out of 3716 total combos for Inside. This places it in the top 13.6% of all tested systems, indicating a high-performance pairing. The rank reflects the combined capability of the CPU and GPU, and given the exceptional frame rates measured, the rank is consistent with the hardware's strong synthetic benchmark scores. The CPU's 84th percentile ranking versus all CPUs and the GPU's 55th percentile ranking versus all GPUs contribute to this top-tier overall position. While it is not the absolute fastest combination in the database, it is firmly in the upper echelon, delivering performance that is far beyond what the game requires.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users aiming for a minimum of 60 FPS, the data shows that the Ultra preset is the optimal choice at all resolutions, as it is the most demanding setting that still maintains a high frame rate.

• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset is the best choice, averaging 104.7 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available and it comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS target.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset is also the best here, with an average of 167.5 FPS. This provides a significant margin over the 60 FPS threshold.
• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset averages 233 FPS, making it the definitive best setting. The frame rate is so high that it would be limited by a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor's refresh rate rather than the hardware.

In all cases, the most demanding preset is the recommended choice, as the system's performance headroom is so large that there is no need to compromise visual quality for frame rate. The data shows that even the weakest configuration measured, 4K Ultra, is nearly double the playable threshold, so users can confidently select the highest settings available.