Inside

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers a decisive performance outcome in Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer. Measured data indicates that this combination achieves playable frame rates at every resolution and preset tested, with the most demanding 4K Ultra setting still producing an average of 64 FPS. The following analysis details the benchmark results, component roles, and comparative positioning of this hardware pairing.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Inside at 60 FPS on maximum settings?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the combo averages 64 FPS. At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average rises to 101 FPS, and at 1920x1080 Ultra, it reaches 141 FPS.

Q: What is the most demanding setting that stays above 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Ultra is the highest preset at 3840x2160, with an average of 64 FPS. High and Medium also clear the threshold, averaging 67 FPS and 107 FPS respectively, while Low averages 134 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035, placing it 0.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (21153), 1% behind the AMD Radeon HD 8970M (21237), and 1.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (20713).

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all tested processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46881. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, scores 46971, a mere 0.2% difference.

Q: Are there any frame time inconsistency issues at lower resolutions?

A: At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 201 with a maximum of 272, showing a 71 FPS spread. At 2560x1440 Medium, the min/max are 145 and 196 respectively. No min or max values were recorded for High, Low, or Ultra settings.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark percentile relative to all GPUs?

A: The RTX 5050 falls in the 66th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035. Its nearest rival in synthetic testing is the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile, which scores 21379, representing a 1.6% gap.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals that this game is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions, but the CPU's headroom becomes apparent as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is stark: 296 FPS versus 141 FPS, a 155 FPS drop. This scaling suggests that the RTX 5050's rendering pipeline is the primary constraint, as the i7-13700K's 16 cores and 24 threads are more than sufficient for a puzzle platformer's physics and logic at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the pattern continues but with a narrower gap. Low averages 213 FPS, while Ultra drops to 101 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution shows a minimum of 145 FPS, indicating that even with increased pixel count, the GPU remains the bottleneck. The CPU's contribution here is more about maintaining consistent frame delivery rather than pushing raw numbers higher.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload dominates. Ultra averages 64 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold, while Low reaches 134 FPS. The transition from 1080p Ultra (141 FPS) to 4K Ultra (64 FPS) represents a 54.6% reduction in frame rate, which is a typical scaling pattern for a GPU-limited scenario. The i7-13700K's single-thread score of 1136 in 3DMark and its 89th percentile ranking ensure that CPU-side bottlenecks are negligible, even at 4K where draw calls and game logic could theoretically strain weaker processors.

The data indicates that the RTX 5050's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this title. The 128-bit bus width does not appear to limit performance at any tested setting, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset maintains playable frame rates. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 13.17 TFLOPS is more than adequate for Inside's stylized visuals, which favor geometric puzzles over complex particle effects.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on nearestRivals data, the Intel Core i7-13700K's closest CPU counterparts in synthetic benchmarks include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 (0.2% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 at 47022 (0.3% higher). Both would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Inside, as the game's CPU demands are modest. The AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535, both scoring 46654 and 46653 respectively (0.5% lower), would also behave similarly, though the Xeon's workstation orientation might introduce different power characteristics.

For the GPU, the RTX 5050's nearest rivals present an interesting spread. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153, just 0.6% higher, and would produce almost indistinguishable FPS in Inside. The AMD Radeon HD 8970M, despite being an older mobile part, scores 21237 (1% higher) and would likely match the RTX 5050's 4K Ultra performance of 64 FPS. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, scoring 20713 (1.6% lower), would sit slightly below the 60 FPS threshold at 4K Ultra, potentially averaging around 63 FPS based on the linear scaling of these benchmark scores. The NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile, at 21379 (1.6% higher), would be marginally faster, perhaps pushing 4K Ultra to 65 FPS.

These rival comparisons are based on synthetic averages, so real-world Inside performance could vary slightly. However, the consistent deltaPct values within ±1.6% suggest that swapping the RTX 5050 for any of these GPUs would maintain playable frame rates at all resolutions, with only the 4K Ultra preset showing any risk of dipping below 60 FPS on the slower RX 5600 XT.

The Verdict

This PC can run Inside without question. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at every resolution tested. At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Ultra with an average of 64 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by a narrow 4 FPS margin. This means the system is fully capable of delivering the game's maximum visual quality at 4K, though users seeking a more comfortable frame rate cushion might prefer High at 67 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 101 FPS, providing a substantial 41 FPS buffer above the playable threshold. This resolution offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, as even the most demanding setting runs well above 60 FPS. The 1920x1080 results are exceptional, with Ultra averaging 141 FPS and Low reaching 296 FPS, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

The only caveat is the 4K Ultra minimum FPS, which was not recorded in the data. Since the average is 64 FPS, it is possible that brief dips could occur below 60 FPS in complex scenes. However, given the game's slow-paced puzzle platformer nature, such dips would likely be imperceptible. Overall, this combination is more than adequate for Inside, with no resolution or preset requiring compromise.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured performance is as follows:

• Low: 296 FPS average
• Medium: 237 FPS average, 201 FPS minimum, 272 FPS maximum
• High: 148 FPS average
• Ultra: 141 FPS average

The Medium preset shows the most complete data, with a 71 FPS range between minimum and maximum. This variance indicates that the GPU's frame delivery is not perfectly consistent, but the absolute values are so high that any drops remain far above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440:

• Low: 213 FPS average
• Medium: 170 FPS average, 145 FPS minimum, 196 FPS maximum
• High: 106 FPS average
• Ultra: 101 FPS average

The Medium preset's minimum of 145 FPS is still more than double the 60 FPS threshold, demonstrating substantial headroom. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent reduction: Low drops by 83 FPS, Medium by 67 FPS, High by 42 FPS, and Ultra by 40 FPS.

At 3840x2160:

• Low: 134 FPS average
• Medium: 107 FPS average, 91 FPS minimum, 123 FPS maximum
• High: 67 FPS average
• Ultra: 64 FPS average

The 4K Medium preset reveals a minimum of 91 FPS, which is the lowest recorded value across all tests but still comfortably above 60 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K is more punishing: Low drops by 79 FPS, Medium by 63 FPS, High by 39 FPS, and Ultra by 37 FPS. This pattern shows that higher presets degrade more gracefully at higher resolutions, as the GPU becomes increasingly pixel-bound.

How This Combo Ranks

Among 3716 tested hardware combinations in Inside, this i7-13700K + RTX 5050 pairing ranks 2247th. This places it in the 60.5th percentile of all tested combos, meaning roughly 40% of systems perform better, while 60% perform worse. Given the game's modest requirements, this ranking reflects the GPU's mid-tier positioning rather than any CPU limitation.

The rank is primarily driven by the RTX 5050's 66th percentile GPU score, while the CPU's 89th percentile ranking contributes less to the overall combo position. In a game like Inside, where the CPU's 3DMark multi-thread score of 12412 is far beyond what the title requires, the combo rank closely tracks the GPU's relative standing. The 1469 combos ranked higher likely feature faster GPUs, while the 2246 combos ranked lower include weaker graphics solutions.

This ranking suggests that for Inside specifically, the i7-13700K provides no meaningful advantage over cheaper CPUs, as the game cannot utilize its 16 cores effectively. The RTX 5050, however, establishes the performance ceiling, and its 4K Ultra result of 64 FPS is a strong outcome for a GPU in the 66th percentile.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 141 FPS. This setting provides maximum visual quality with over twice the required frame rate, making it the clear choice for 1080p displays.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the recommended setting, averaging 101 FPS. This delivers a 41 FPS buffer above the threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even during scene transitions or puzzle-solving sequences that might cause frame dips.

At 3840x2160, Ultra remains playable with an average of 64 FPS, but the margin is just 4 FPS. For users prioritizing frame rate stability over absolute visual quality, High at 67 FPS offers a slightly larger cushion. However, the data shows that Ultra does clear the 60 FPS mark, so it is the technically best playable setting. Users with G-Sync or FreeSync displays will find either setting acceptable, as the frame rates are within the variable refresh rate window.

For all resolutions, the Low preset provides excessive frame rates (134-296 FPS) that serve no practical purpose given the Ultra settings' playability. Medium and High offer intermediate options, but the performance headroom is so substantial that Ultra is the recommended default at every resolution.