Inside

Can Intel Core i7-14700KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 run Inside? Yes, and decisively so. This combo sits at rank 1863 out of 3716 tested configurations, placing it in the upper half of all systems tested for this game. More importantly, the measured frame rates show that this hardware is not merely playable — it is overwhelmingly capable. At every resolution tested, from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, this system clears the 60 FPS playability threshold with significant headroom, even at the most demanding Ultra preset. The data indicates a system that turns a puzzle platformer into a showcase for high refresh rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The Core i7-14700KF and RTX 4060 combination achieves a combo rank of 1863 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. That places it in the 50th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly half of the configurations in the database for this specific title. While this is not a top-tier ranking, the context of the game matters: Inside is a 2D puzzle platformer with modest graphical demands, so even mid-pack hardware can deliver exceptional performance.

The CPU itself is a high-end part, sitting in the 94th percentile among all tested CPUs. Its multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 44167 and single-core score of 6235 indicate a processor that is approximately 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX in average benchmark scores. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K by 1%, a negligible margin in real-world gaming scenarios.

The GPU, by contrast, is a more modest performer. The RTX 4060 ranks in the 61st percentile among all tested GPUs. Its Passmark G3D score of 19545 places it within 0.2% of the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and 0.3% of the AMD Radeon 780M. This suggests the GPU is the more likely bottleneck in demanding titles, but for Inside, the data shows it is more than sufficient.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured FPS data reveals that this combo can push Inside to its highest visual preset at every resolution while maintaining well above 60 FPS. Here are the best settings per resolution:

3840x2160 (4K): Ultra preset delivers an average of 72 FPS. This is the most demanding setting at 4K, and it stays comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset runs at 75 FPS, and Medium at 120 FPS, but Ultra is the clear choice for maximum visual fidelity.

2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra preset runs at an average of 114 FPS. This is a massive margin above the playability threshold, offering smooth gameplay with plenty of headroom for dips. The Medium preset hits 192 FPS, and High runs at 120 FPS, but Ultra is the obvious pick.

1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra preset achieves an average of 159 FPS. This is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, providing a fluid experience that far exceeds the 60 FPS baseline. Even the most demanding settings at 1080p leave significant performance on the table.

In all cases, the most demanding preset tested — Ultra — remains fully playable. The data shows no scenario where this system needs to compromise on settings to hit 60 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals which component carries more weight for this game. At 1920x1080, the lowest tested resolution, the gap between Low (333 FPS) and Ultra (159 FPS) is substantial — a 174 FPS difference. This indicates that at 1080p, the GPU is the limiting factor, as increasing visual fidelity significantly impacts frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the scaling continues but with a narrower gap: Low runs at 239 FPS while Ultra runs at 114 FPS, a 125 FPS difference. The GPU is still the primary constraint, but the CPU's role becomes relatively more important as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the pattern holds: Low runs at 150 FPS, Medium at 120 FPS, and Ultra at 72 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra shrinks to 78 FPS, suggesting that at 4K, the GPU is even more dominant as the bottleneck. However, the CPU remains more than capable of feeding the GPU at all settings.

Across all resolutions, the consistent trend is that the RTX 4060 is the component that dictates performance scaling. The Core i7-14700KF, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, never appears to be a limiting factor. Its high single-core performance (6235 in Cinebench R23) ensures that even at 1080p with high frame rates, the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for both components provides context for how other hardware would behave in this system.

For the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700KF's closest competitors are:

• AMD Ryzen 7 9700F: 0.2% slower in average benchmark scores. In practice, this would be indistinguishable in Inside.
• AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX: 0.4% slower. Again, a negligible difference for this game.
• AMD Ryzen 9 7950X: 0.9% slower. Still well within the margin where frame rates would be identical.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 265K: 1% faster. This would not produce a measurable FPS difference in Inside.

For the GPU, the RTX 4060's closest rivals are:

• AMD Radeon HD 7790: 0.2% faster in average benchmark scores. This older card would deliver nearly identical performance.
• AMD Radeon 780M: 0.3% slower. An integrated solution that approaches the RTX 4060's performance in this title.
• AMD Radeon Pro 560: 0.5% slower. A workstation card with similar gaming capabilities.
• AMD Radeon Pro 460: 0.7% slower. Also close in performance.

Any of these alternatives would produce essentially the same frame rates in Inside. The data suggests that the GPU's performance class, rather than the specific model, is what matters for this game.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 72 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this system to play Inside?

A: All tested resolutions are playable at Ultra settings. 1920x1080 provides the highest average FPS at 159, but 2560x1440 at 114 FPS and 3840x2160 at 72 FPS are also excellent.

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

A: The GPU (RTX 4060) is the primary factor in performance scaling across resolutions and presets. The CPU (Core i7-14700KF) is never the bottleneck, given its high benchmark scores.

Q: How does this system compare to other tested combos?

A: It ranks 1863 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the pack. This is more than sufficient for a game with modest requirements.

Q: What is the minimum FPS this system produces at Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 226. At 2560x1440 Medium, it is 163. At 3840x2160 Medium, it is 102. All are well above 60 FPS.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 4K the most demanding option, and does it stay above 60 FPS?

A: Yes, Ultra at 3840x2160 is the most demanding combination tested, and it averages 72 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS threshold by 12 FPS.

The Verdict

This system can absolutely run Inside. The verdict by resolution is clear:

• 3840x2160: Playable at all tested settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). The best settings are Ultra, which averages 72 FPS — above the 60 FPS threshold.
• 2560x1440: Playable at all settings. Ultra averages 114 FPS, providing a wide margin for smooth gameplay.
• 1920x1080: Playable at all settings. Ultra averages 159 FPS, making this an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate displays.

The data shows a system that never struggles with this game. The Core i7-14700KF's strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44167) and the RTX 4060's capable rendering (Passmark G3D score of 19545) combine to deliver frame rates that are, at worst, 20% above the playability threshold at 4K Ultra, and much higher at lower resolutions. For a puzzle platformer, this hardware is overkill, but it means you can enable every visual option without a second thought. The only consideration is whether your display can take advantage of the high frame rates available at 1080p and 1440p.