Inside

Inside is a puzzle platformer that does not demand extreme hardware, but the recorded data for this particular CPU and GPU pairing shows a wide performance envelope depending on how the user configures the game. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination produces playable frame rates at every tested resolution, with the most demanding preset at 4K being the only configuration that dips below the 60 FPS threshold. The benchmark results reveal a pattern where the game scales heavily with resolution, while the preset level has a predictable impact on average frame rates. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all tested configurations, explains how this combo ranks against other tested systems, and provides clear guidance on which settings to use at each resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers exceptional performance across all four presets. The Low preset produces an average of 256 FPS, which is the highest recorded frame rate in the entire test suite. The Medium preset averages 205 FPS, with a minimum of 174 FPS and a maximum of 236 FPS. High settings still maintain a strong average of 128 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 122 FPS. None of these configurations come close to the playable threshold of 60 FPS, meaning the system has massive headroom at this resolution even with every visual feature enabled.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust but shows a clear step down from 1080p. The Low preset averages 184 FPS, which is still far above the playable threshold. Medium settings average 147 FPS, with a minimum of 125 FPS and a maximum of 169 FPS. High settings deliver an average of 92 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 88 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is roughly 96 FPS, indicating that the preset choice has a substantial impact on the final frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the system starts to show its limits with the heaviest preset. The Low preset averages 116 FPS, which remains highly playable. Medium settings average 93 FPS, with a minimum of 79 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 58 FPS, which falls just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Ultra preset averages 55 FPS, also below the threshold. This means that at 4K, the user must choose between Low and Medium settings to maintain playable performance, while High and Ultra are not recommended for a consistent 60 FPS experience.

The data shows a consistent pattern where the Medium preset is the only configuration with recorded minimum and maximum values across all three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the minimum of 174 FPS and maximum of 236 FPS indicate a stable frame delivery. At 2560x1440, the minimum of 125 FPS and maximum of 169 FPS show a similar level of consistency. At 3840x2160, the minimum of 79 FPS and maximum of 106 FPS demonstrate that even the heaviest playable preset maintains a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific CPU and GPU combination at 2915 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places the pairing in the lower third of all tested systems, which is not surprising given that the RTX 2060 is an older graphics card while the Core Ultra 5 235 is a recent processor. The percentile data for the individual components supports this positioning. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all tested CPUs, indicating strong overall processing power. The GPU sits at the 58th percentile among all tested GPUs, which is more modest and reflects its mid-range standing.

The ranking implies that while the CPU is a high-performing component, the GPU is the limiting factor for this game. The combo rank of 2915 out of 3716 means there are 801 tested combinations that perform worse, but there are also many combinations that perform better. Given that the game is a puzzle platformer with relatively modest graphical demands, the rank is more a reflection of the GPU's age than any fundamental inability to run the game well.

The individual component benchmarks provide context for this ranking. The CPU has an average benchmark score of 46062, while the GPU has an average benchmark score of 15290. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 with an average score of 46030 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the Intel Core i9-13900HX with an average score of 46098 and a delta of negative 0.1 percent, the AMD EPYC 4364P with an average score of 45970 and a delta of 0.2 percent, and the AMD EPYC 7303 with an average score of 45960 and a delta of 0.2 percent. These deltas are all within 0.2 percent, meaning the CPU performs essentially identically to these alternatives.

The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 with an average score of 15283 and a delta of 0 percent, the AMD Radeon 680M with an average score of 15270 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM with an average score of 15199 and a delta of 0.6 percent, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 with an average score of 15171 and a delta of 0.8 percent. These deltas are all under 1 percent, indicating that the RTX 2060 performs nearly identically to these GPUs in synthetic benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Inside at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The recorded data shows an average of 122 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 3840x2160?

A: The Medium preset is the best choice at 4K, with an average of 93 FPS and a minimum of 79 FPS. Both High and Ultra at this resolution fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 58 FPS and 55 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the Medium preset perform at 2560x1440 in terms of consistency?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 averages 147 FPS, with a minimum of 125 FPS and a maximum of 169 FPS. This indicates stable frame delivery with no risk of dropping near the playable threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for the performance at 1080p?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all tested CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 58th percentile. The frame rates at 1080p, while high, are constrained by the GPU's capabilities.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 256, recorded at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

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

A: This combo ranks 2915 out of 3716 tested combinations for Inside, placing it in the lower third of the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that this system can run Inside at all three tested resolutions, but the preset options vary by resolution. At 1920x1080, every preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 122 FPS. At 2560x1440, every preset also clears the threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 88 FPS. At 3840x2160, only the Low and Medium presets clear the threshold, with Low averaging 116 FPS and Medium averaging 93 FPS.

The verdict by resolution is clear. At 3840x2160, the playable settings are Low and Medium, with the best setting being Medium at 93 FPS average. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 88 FPS average. At 1920x1080, all four settings are playable, with the best setting being Ultra at 122 FPS average.

For users who prioritize a consistent 60 FPS experience, the system delivers this at every resolution as long as the appropriate preset is selected. At 4K, the user must avoid High and Ultra settings, but the Medium preset provides a comfortable margin above the threshold. At 1440p and 1080p, the user has full freedom to enable the highest quality settings without concern.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data suggests that the GPU plays the dominant role in determining performance for Inside, particularly at higher resolutions. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all tested CPUs, which indicates it has substantial processing headroom. The GPU sits at the 58th percentile, which is a more modest position. This imbalance suggests that the GPU is the bottleneck in this pairing.

The scaling between resolutions supports this interpretation. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 122 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same preset averages 88 FPS, a drop of 34 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 55 FPS, a further drop of 33 FPS. This consistent decrease with each resolution step indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder as pixel count increases, while the CPU's workload remains relatively constant.

The preset scaling also points to GPU dependence. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra is 134 FPS (256 FPS versus 122 FPS). At 2560x1440, the difference is 96 FPS (184 FPS versus 88 FPS). At 3840x2160, the difference is 61 FPS (116 FPS versus 55 FPS). The shrinking gap at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU becomes increasingly saturated, and the preset choice has less relative impact when the pixel count is already demanding.

The CPU's role is less visible in the frame rate data but still relevant. With 14 cores and 14 threads, the processor has ample resources for a puzzle platformer. The CPU's single-thread performance, indicated by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2085, is strong enough to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in this game. The data does not show any scenario where the CPU limits performance, as even the highest frame rates at 1080p Low are far above any reasonable CPU constraint.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 93 FPS. The Low preset also clears the threshold at 116 FPS, but Medium offers better visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. The High preset at 58 FPS and Ultra preset at 55 FPS both fall short of the 60 FPS requirement.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 88 FPS. All four presets clear the threshold at this resolution, so the user can enable the highest quality settings without sacrificing playability. The Ultra preset provides the best visual experience while still delivering 28 FPS of headroom above the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 122 FPS. This configuration provides the best visual quality with more than double the required frame rate. The system has significant headroom at this resolution, making it the ideal choice for users who want maximum fidelity.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database are all within 0.2 percent of its average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has an average score of 46030, which is 0.1 percent lower. The Intel Core i9-13900HX has an average score of 46098, which is 0.1 percent higher. The AMD EPYC 4364P has an average score of 45970, which is 0.2 percent lower. The AMD EPYC 7303 has an average score of 45960, which is 0.2 percent lower. Any of these processors would behave essentially identically to the Core Ultra 5 235 in this game.

The GPU's nearest rivals are also very close in performance. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 has an average score of 15283, which is 0 percent different. The AMD Radeon 680M has an average score of 15270, which is 0.1 percent lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has an average score of 15199, which is 0.6 percent lower. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 has an average score of 15171, which is 0.8 percent lower. All of these GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates to the RTX 2060 in Inside.

For users considering an upgrade or a similar build, these alternatives represent the closest performance matches in the database. The deltas are small enough that the choice between them would not meaningfully change the gameplay experience. The RTX 2060's position at the 58th percentile among all GPUs, combined with its nearest rivals all being within 0.8 percent, indicates that this is a well-defined performance tier with several equivalent options.