Inside

Inside is a puzzle platformer from 2016, and while its art style is minimalist, the benchmark data for this specific combination of an Intel Core i7-12700KF and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER shows that this hardware is overwhelmingly powerful for the title. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and presets are exceptionally high, indicating that the game's rendering load is trivial for this desktop-class setup. This analysis will break down exactly how this combo ranks, what alternatives exist, and what settings you should use to maximize the experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this specific CPU and GPU pairing at rank 255 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the top 6.9% of all configurations tested, a strong showing that reflects the high-end nature of both components. However, the raw rank is slightly misleading given the game's age; the frame rates achieved are so far beyond the playable threshold that the rank is more evidence of the hardware's raw compute power than its specific gaming optimization for this title.

The average benchmark score for the CPU is 35365, which puts it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. The GPU's average score is 54209, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. These percentiles confirm that both components are in the upper echelon of their respective categories. The high rank is a direct result of this combined strength, even though Inside likely does not stress either component to its full potential. The performance is so high that the limiting factor is likely the game's own engine frame rate cap or the monitor's refresh rate, not the hardware itself. For context, the combo rank is achieved despite the game being released several years prior to either component's launch, highlighting a massive generational headroom.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The data provides specific `nearestRivals` for both the CPU and GPU, which are helpful for understanding what other hardware would deliver a nearly identical experience in this game.

For the CPU (Intel Core i7-12700KF): The closest rivals are all within a fraction of a percent in average score. The Intel Core i7-13700T is essentially a dead heat, with a score of 35403 (a -0.1% delta from the i7-12700KF's score). The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428 (-0.2% delta). Interestingly, the i7-12700KF's direct predecessor, the Intel Core i7-12700K, scores 35287 (0.2% delta). This means that if you were to swap in any of these four CPUs, the performance in Inside would be virtually indistinguishable from the i7-12700KF. The low-power "T" series chips matching a full-power "KF" chip underscores that the game is not bottlenecked by the CPU.

For the GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER): The nearest rival is the non-SUPER NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 54247 (a -0.1% delta). The performance difference between these two is negligible in this context. The other rivals are AMD products, including the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (score 54828, -1.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (score 55698, -2.7% delta). While these AMD cards have higher average scores, the deltas are small. For Inside, any of these GPUs would produce frame rates so high that the user would be hard-pressed to see a difference. The data suggests that the GPU is the dominant factor in this pairing, but even its nearest rivals are so powerful that the game's performance ceiling is reached regardless of the specific choice.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear picture of how the CPU and GPU contribute to performance in Inside. The most telling evidence is the scaling of frame rates across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 366.4 FPS. Moving to 3840x2160 (4K) with Low settings, the frame rate drops to 263.6 FPS. This is a 28% decrease in performance when moving to 4K, indicating that the GPU is being taxed more heavily as the pixel count increases.

However, the game is so light that even at 4K, the GPU is not breaking a sweat. The more significant factor is the settings preset. At 4K, the frame rate drops from 263.6 FPS (Low) to 125.8 FPS (Ultra), a 52% decrease. This shows that the graphical settings, which affect shader complexity, lighting, and post-processing, have a much larger impact on the GPU workload than the resolution alone.

The CPU's role is less critical. Given that even the lowest-end rival CPUs (with -0.1% to -0.2% deltas) perform identically, the game is clearly not CPU-bound. The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences, especially when raising the quality preset. The CPU provides a solid foundation, but it is not the limiting component. In essence, this is a GPU-limited scenario, but the GPU is so powerful that the game becomes "display-limited" (likely capped by refresh rate) long before it becomes compute-limited.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Inside? The answer is a definitive yes, with immense headroom to spare. The `verdictByResolution` data confirms that all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable at every resolution tested, as they all exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold.

• 3840x2160 (4K): Every preset is playable. The best settings are Ultra, which averages 125.8 FPS.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): Every preset is playable. The best settings are Ultra, which averages 201.7 FPS.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): Every preset is playable. The best settings are Ultra, which averages 276.1 FPS.

The data indicates that you can max out the game's graphics options at any resolution and still have frame rates that are more than double the playable threshold. This system is overkill for Inside, providing a buttery-smooth experience even in the most demanding scenarios. There is no resolution or settings combination in the data that would cause a performance issue.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K with the highest graphics settings?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 125.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

*Q: What is the highest frame rate this combo can achieve in Inside?*

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 366.4 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there when moving from 1080p to 4K on Ultra settings?

A: The frame rate drops from 276.1 FPS at 1920x1080 to 125.8 FPS at 3840x2160, a decrease of approximately 54%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The benchmark data suggests the GPU is the primary factor. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-13700T, perform identically (within -0.1%), while frame rates scale significantly with resolution and settings, which is a classic sign of GPU dependency.

Q: Are the Low settings necessary for a smooth experience?

A: No. The data shows that even the most demanding Ultra preset averages over 125 FPS at 4K, meaning Low settings are never needed to hit the 60 FPS target.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4080 SUPER and the standard RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, with the RTX 4080 scoring 54247 against the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209, a delta of only -0.1%. Performance in Inside would be effectively the same.

Best Settings per Resolution

To achieve the highest visual fidelity while maintaining a frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold, the data recommends the following settings. In every case, the "best" setting is the most demanding one tested, as even it provides a massive performance buffer.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The best settings are Ultra, with an average frame rate of 125.8 FPS. This provides the maximum visual quality while still delivering a frame rate that is more than double the playable threshold.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): The best settings are Ultra, with an average frame rate of 201.7 FPS. This resolution offers a significant performance boost over 4K, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): The best settings are Ultra, with an average frame rate of 276.1 FPS. This configuration yields the highest possible frame rates, ensuring the absolute smoothest experience, particularly on a 240Hz or higher display.

Ultimately, the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination is an exceptionally powerful pairing for Inside. It handles the game with an extraordinary amount of performance headroom, allowing players to maximize all graphical settings at any resolution without ever approaching the playable frame rate limit.