Inside

The Intel Core i7-14700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers an extraordinary performance headroom for Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. Benchmark data indicates this combination is not merely sufficient but overwhelmingly overpowered, with even the most demanding Ultra settings at 4K producing an average frame rate more than double the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data confirms that this system will run the game flawlessly at maximum settings across all tested resolutions, with no compromises required.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this configuration sit in a performance tier where direct comparisons are instructive for understanding the headroom available. The Intel Core i7-14700K achieves an average benchmark score of 69,355, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs tested. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, which scores 69,515, a negligible delta of -0.2% relative to the i7-14700K. This means the Ryzen 9 7950X would deliver nearly identical performance in Inside, making it a valid alternative if platform preferences differ. The AMD EPYC 9115 scores 69,288, just 0.1% lower, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX at 69,875 is 0.7% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F at 69,996 leads the group by 0.9%. These differences are so small that any of these processors would produce virtually indistinguishable frame rates in this game.

On the graphics side, the RTX 5090 posts an average benchmark score of 79,842, ranking in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest competitor is the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB with a score of 79,605, a 0.3% gap. The Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB follows at 79,396 (0.6% lower), while the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78,940 trails by 1.1%. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80,959, which is 1.4% higher than the RTX 5090 in aggregate benchmarks, though this does not account for game-specific optimizations. For Inside specifically, any of these GPUs would provide ample performance, though the RTX 5090’s architectural advantages in DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 support make it the more modern choice for future titles.

FAQ

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K with all settings maxed out?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the measured average frame rate is 143 FPS, which is 138% above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Even the minimum recorded frame rate at Medium settings (204 FPS) exceeds the threshold by more than three times.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 408 FPS, while Ultra settings average 309 FPS. This represents a 24.3% reduction in frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest preset, yet both remain far beyond what any display can refresh.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations for Inside?

A: This CPU/GPU combination ranks 51st out of 3,716 tested combos, placing it in the top 1.4% of all systems evaluated for this game. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 94% and for the GPU is 92%, indicating both components are near the top of their respective categories.

Q: Is there any resolution or setting where this system fails to reach 60 FPS?

A: No. Every tested combination of resolution (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and settings preset (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) delivers an average frame rate well above 60 FPS. The lowest recorded average is 143 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is still more than double the threshold.

Q: What is the most demanding setting that still exceeds 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Ultra settings at 3840x2160 are the most demanding preset tested, and they deliver an average of 143 FPS. This is the highest quality option available in the benchmark, so the system never needs to compromise on visual fidelity.

Q: How much faster is this system at 1080p compared to 4K?

A: At High settings, the average frame rate increases from 150 FPS at 4K to 314 FPS at 1080p, a 109% improvement. The scaling is consistent across presets, with Low settings rising from 300 to 408 FPS (36% faster) and Ultra from 143 to 309 FPS (116% faster).

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rate data reveals a system with exceptional headroom at every configuration. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, Low settings produce an average of 408 FPS. Medium settings at this resolution average 377 FPS, with minimum and maximum readings of 320 and 433 FPS respectively. High settings average 314 FPS, while Ultra settings average 309 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 99 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding preset leaves substantial performance on the table.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains remarkably high. Low settings average 366 FPS, while Medium settings deliver 338 FPS with a minimum of 287 and maximum of 388 FPS. High settings average 239 FPS, and Ultra settings average 228 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 10-24% depending on the preset, but every configuration still exceeds 200 FPS on average.

At 3840x2160, the data shows more significant scaling demands. Low settings average 300 FPS, essentially halving the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 240 FPS with minimum and maximum readings of 204 and 276 FPS. High settings average 150 FPS, and Ultra settings average 143 FPS. Even at this resolution, the minimum recorded frame rate (204 FPS at Medium) is over three times the 60 FPS playability threshold. The complete dataset demonstrates that this system never approaches a performance ceiling that would impact gameplay smoothness.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 51st out of 3,716 tested configurations for Inside. This places the system in the 98.6th percentile of all combos evaluated, meaning only 50 other systems performed better in aggregate benchmark scores. The CPU’s individual percentile ranking is 94th among all processors, while the GPU ranks 92nd among all graphics cards, confirming that both components are top-tier selections.

This ranking is particularly notable given that Inside is a puzzle platformer with modest graphical demands. The sheer computational power of this system far exceeds what the game requires, yet the benchmark data confirms that it still translates into measurable performance advantages. The 143 FPS average at 4K Ultra is not merely playable but provides a smooth experience on high refresh rate displays, while the 309 FPS at 1080p Ultra is suitable for competitive-grade monitors. For users with 240Hz or 360Hz displays, the 408 FPS at 1080p Low settings ensures the system can keep up with even the fastest refresh rates.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with extraordinary margin at every resolution and settings combination tested. The verdict data is unambiguous: at 3840x2160, all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are classified as playable, with Ultra producing an average of 143 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 228 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra averages 309 FPS, and all other presets exceed 300 FPS.

The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and this system clears it by a factor of at least 2.4 at 4K Ultra (143 FPS) and by as much as 6.8 at 1080p Low (408 FPS). The conclusion is straightforward: users can enable maximum graphical settings at any resolution without concern for frame rate drops. The GPU’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth provide ample resources for the game’s art style, while the CPU’s 20 cores and 28 threads ensure no bottleneck in physics or logic processing.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding settings preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS is the Ultra preset, and in every case the measured average far exceeds the threshold.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver an average of 309 FPS. This is the highest quality option available, and it produces more than five times the required frame rate. The next step down, High, averages 314 FPS, showing minimal difference, but Ultra is the recommended choice since it provides the best visual fidelity without any performance penalty.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 228 FPS, which is 3.8 times the playability threshold. This configuration provides an exceptionally smooth experience on 1440p displays, including those with 165Hz or 240Hz refresh rates. The gap between High (239 FPS) and Ultra (228 FPS) is only 11 FPS, making Ultra the obvious selection.

At 3840x2160, Ultra settings average 143 FPS, which is 2.4 times the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding configuration tested, yet it still provides enough performance for comfortable gameplay on 4K displays with 120Hz or 144Hz refresh rates. The minimum performance at this setting is not individually recorded, but the average suggests no perceptible stuttering. For users with standard 60Hz 4K monitors, this setup provides a 100% safety margin against any scene complexity spikes.