Inside

The Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination is overwhelmingly sufficient for Inside, a puzzle platformer released on 2016-07-06. Measured benchmark results show average frame rates above 60 FPS at every resolution and preset combination tested, with the lowest result being 71.8 FPS at 4K Ultra. The CPU carries a launch MSRP of $409, and the GPU has a launch MSRP of $299 USD. This analysis relies exclusively on the measured data provided, which includes only average FPS values; minimum and maximum frame times were not recorded.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The table below lists the exact average FPS for each resolution and settings preset. No minimum or maximum frame data exists in the dataset, so only averages are reported.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

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

| 3840x2160 | High | 77.5 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 152.9 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 119.0 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 71.8 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 119.4 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 238.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 193.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 113.2 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 166.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 334.8 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 264.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 155.9 |

Every configuration clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a wide margin. At 1080p, even the most demanding preset (Ultra) delivers 155.9 FPS, while Low reaches 334.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p, Ultra still produces 113.2 FPS, and Low hits 238.8 FPS. At 4K, the weakest result is Ultra at 71.8 FPS, which remains comfortably above 60. The data shows a consistent pattern: increasing resolution or settings reduces average FPS, but never enough to threaten playability.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling in Inside indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, while the CPU provides ample headroom. The i7-12700K has a strong multi-threaded presence, as seen in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784, but the game's frame rates are so high that CPU bottlenecks are unlikely at any tested configuration.

Resolution scaling is consistent across presets. For example, at Low settings, the average FPS drops from 334.8 at 1080p to 152.9 at 4K, and at Ultra, it drops from 155.9 to 71.8. The relative reduction between Low and Ultra is similar at each resolution: at 1080p, Low yields 334.8 FPS and Ultra yields 155.9; at 4K, Low yields 152.9 and Ultra yields 71.8. This uniformity suggests that the workload scales directly with pixel count and graphical complexity, which are GPU-bound characteristics.

The RTX 4060's compute capabilities, including its 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 272.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, are more than sufficient for a 2016 puzzle platformer. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads, along with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, are far beyond what Inside requires. In this title, the GPU dictates the frame rate ceiling; the CPU's role is to feed frames without becoming a constraint, which it does effortlessly.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 71.8, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Lower presets at 4K produce even higher averages, such as 119.0 FPS at Medium and 152.9 at Low.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Ultra is fully playable at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 113.2 FPS. There is no need to reduce settings for a smooth experience; even Ultra exceeds 60 FPS by a large margin.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to other GPUs in terms of raw benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (score 17666, delta -0.2%), AMD Radeon 780M (score 17588, delta +0.3%), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (score 17551, delta +0.5%), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (score 17509, delta +0.7%). All are within 0.7% of the 4060's score, so they would deliver nearly identical performance in this game.

Q: Does the CPU matter for Inside?

A: The i7-12700K's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784, indicate far more processing power than the game needs. Since the GPU is the limiting factor, the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution or preset tested.

Q: Are minimum and maximum frame rates available for this combo?

A: No. The dataset records only average FPS values. Minimum and maximum frame times are not provided, so variance information is unavailable.

Q: What is the overall rank of this combination among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1862 out of 3716 tested combinations, placing it near the middle of the distribution. This reflects a balanced mid-range setup that excels in this particular game.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside. The verdict by resolution confirms that every tested settings preset is playable, defined as averaging above 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 71.8 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra yields 113.2 FPS, and at 1920x1080, Ultra yields 155.9 FPS. In all cases, the playable settings list includes High, Low, Medium, and Ultra. The weakest performance point is 4K Ultra at 71.8 FPS, which still leaves a 11.8 FPS buffer above the 60 FPS threshold. For a puzzle platformer with no competitive multiplayer demands, this level of performance is more than adequate for smooth, tear-free gameplay on any modern display.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals provided, swapping either the CPU or GPU to a closely matching component would yield virtually identical frame rates in Inside.

For the Intel Core i7-12700K, the following CPUs have average benchmark scores within 0.4% of its 35287 score:

• Intel Core i5-13600T (avgScore 35305, delta -0.1%)
• Intel Core i7-12700KF (avgScore 35365, delta -0.2%)
• Intel Core i7-13700T (avgScore 35403, delta -0.3%)
• Intel Core 5 213PE (avgScore 35428, delta -0.4%)

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, the following GPUs are within 0.7% of its 17639 average benchmark score:

• AMD Radeon HD 7790 (avgScore 17666, delta -0.2%)
• AMD Radeon 780M (avgScore 17588, delta +0.3%)
• AMD Radeon Pro 560 (avgScore 17551, delta +0.5%)
• AMD Radeon Pro 460 (avgScore 17509, delta +0.7%)

Since these components produce nearly identical aggregate benchmark scores, any combination of one of these CPUs with one of these GPUs would produce frame rates in Inside that are indistinguishable from the i7-12700K + RTX 4060 pairing. The differences of less than 1% are well within measurement noise for a game that runs at over 70 FPS even at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination holds rank 1862 out of 3716 tested combinations in Inside. This places it almost exactly in the middle of the distribution, with 1861 systems performing better and 1854 performing worse (since 3716 - 1862 = 1854). The rank reflects the fact that Inside is a lightweight title that does not stress high-end hardware; many older or weaker components can achieve playable frame rates. However, this combo's ability to maintain 60+ FPS at 4K Ultra puts it ahead of a significant portion of the tested pool, while still leaving room above it for more powerful GPUs and CPUs. For a game of this genre, the mid-pack ranking is not a drawback — it simply indicates that the hardware is more than capable without being overkill. The measured data confirms that this combination delivers a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience across all resolutions and settings, making it a dependable choice for Inside and similar puzzle platformers.