Inside

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti delivers a dominant performance in Inside, ranking in the 84th percentile of all tested combinations (599th out of 3716 combos). This hardware combination not only clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset tested, but it does so with a massive margin, making it an unequivocal choice for this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark data places this specific CPU-GPU pairing at rank 599 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 16% of all possible system configurations. This high percentile is a direct reflection of the synergistic capabilities of the Intel Core i7-13700K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti.

The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 46881, sits at the 89th percentile against all CPUs. Its closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, scores a nearly identical 46971, showing a negligible delta of -0.2%. This indicates that the i7-13700K is at the absolute peak of consumer processor performance in synthetic tests, providing no bottleneck for the GPU in a game like Inside.

On the graphics side, the RTX 3080 Ti holds an 83rd percentile ranking against all GPUs with an average score of 41187. Interestingly, its nearest rivals in the database are not consumer gaming cards but professional and data-center solutions like the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (scoring 40870, a 0.8% difference) and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB (scoring 41707, a -1.2% difference). The only consumer-focused card in its immediate vicinity is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, which trails slightly with an average score of 40377 (a 2% delta). This context shows that the RTX 3080 Ti is a high-end performer that still holds its own against newer generations.

The combination of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU yields the kind of raw performance headroom that makes the 103.6 FPS average at 4K High settings possible. The data shows a system that is not just capable, but exceptionally overqualified for the demands of Inside, ensuring smooth gameplay even in the most demanding scenarios.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes. The data shows all four tested settings (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) at 3840x2160 resolution produce average frame rates well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The lowest of these, Ultra, still achieves an average of 100.7 FPS.

Q: What is the highest graphical preset that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: All presets at 2560x1440 clear the 60 FPS threshold. The most demanding, Ultra, averages 158.2 FPS, indicating the system has significant performance left in reserve.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13700K compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900?

A: The average benchmark scores are virtually identical. The Intel Core i7-13700K scores 46881, while the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971, a difference of just -0.2%. For practical purposes, their performance is equivalent.

Q: What kind of frame rate can be expected at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS for this combination at 1080p High settings is 232.2. This is nearly four times the 60 FPS playable threshold, making for an exceptionally fluid experience.

Q: Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti significantly faster than the RTX 5070?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the RTX 3080 Ti is slightly ahead. The RTX 3080 Ti scores 41187, while the RTX 5070 scores 40377, a delta of 2% in favor of the older card.

Q: Does the combo rank improve at lower resolutions?

A: The comboRankInGame (599 of 3716) is a static metric for the entire test suite and doesn't change per resolution. However, the measured FPS data shows that performance scales with lower resolutions, with the average FPS at 1080p Ultra (219) being more than double that at 4K Ultra (100.7).

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database shows that hardware performing similarly to the components in this combo is sparse, indicating its high-end status. For the CPU, the data shows the Intel Core i7-13700K's performance is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (delta of -0.2%). Other processors with comparable average scores include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022, delta -0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654, delta 0.5%), and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46653, delta 0.5%). Any of these CPUs would provide a similar computational foundation for the game.

On the GPU side, the situation is more unusual. The nearest rivals to the RTX 3080 Ti are not mainstream gaming cards. The AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40870) and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB (41707) are the closest in score, though they are designed for professional or compute workloads. The only similar consumer-oriented alternative listed is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, which scores slightly lower (40377, delta 2%). This suggests that within the database, only a few cards offer a comparable graphical performance envelope, and none of them are a clear step up in the same generation.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can unequivocally run Inside, and it does so with exceptional proficiency. The benchmark data shows that the combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every single resolution and settings combination tested.

The verdict by resolution confirms this:

• 3840x2160: All settings are playable. The best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 100.7.
• 2560x1440: All settings are playable. The best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 158.2.
• 1920x1080: All settings are playable. The best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 219.

The data shows a system that is not merely "good enough" but is instead so powerful that it will likely max out any display's refresh rate. Even at 4K with Ultra settings, the frame rate is nearly double the playable threshold, guaranteeing a flawless, stutter-free experience in this puzzle platformer.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the performance scaling across resolutions and settings. The frame rates are consistently high, with the lowest recorded average still being significantly above the playable threshold.

• 1920x1080: Performance here is staggering.
• Low: 397 FPS
• Medium: 365.9 FPS
• High: 232.2 FPS
• Ultra: 219 FPS

• 2560x1440: Performance remains extremely high at this resolution.
• Low: 328.9 FPS
• Medium: 265.2 FPS
• High: 164.2 FPS
• Ultra: 158.2 FPS

• 3840x2160: Even at 4K, the system maintains a high level of performance.
• Low: 207.3 FPS
• Medium: 164.7 FPS
• High: 103.6 FPS
• Ultra: 100.7 FPS

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the performance headroom is so vast that the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is only 178 FPS (from 397 to 219). At 4K, the gap narrows to 106.6 FPS (from 207.3 to 100.7). This suggests the game is not a heavy load for either the CPU or GPU, and the system's performance is more than sufficient to handle any preference.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data and the playable threshold of 60 FPS, the optimal strategy is to maximize graphical fidelity. The verdict data confirms that the most demanding preset can be used at every resolution without compromising the target frame rate.

• 1920x1080: The best settings are Ultra, which yields an average FPS of 219. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is more than triple the playable threshold.

• 2560x1440: The best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 158.2. This is a robust frame rate that ensures smooth motion and a fully detailed image.

• 3840x2160: The best settings are Ultra, yielding an average FPS of 100.7. This is the most demanding configuration, yet it still delivers a frame rate that clears the 60 FPS threshold by over 40 frames, offering a premium 4K experience.

The analysis shows that for Inside, the user should simply select the Ultra preset at their native resolution. The hardware's capability is so far beyond the game's requirements that there is no performance-based reason to lower any settings. The system provides a flawless experience even under the most demanding visual load.