Inside

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is an exceptionally high-end combination, and the measured frame rates for Inside reflect that. This 2D puzzle platformer is not demanding by modern standards, and the data confirms that this system obliterates the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset tested. The benchmark results show a spread of performance that is primarily dictated by resolution, with settings having a secondary but still significant impact.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this configuration covers three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a clear picture of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo delivers staggering frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 430. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 397, with a minimum of 337 and a maximum of 456. High settings produce an average of 325 FPS, while Ultra settings yield an average of 309 FPS. This indicates that even at the most demanding 1080p preset, the system maintains an average well above 300 FPS, leaving massive headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains extraordinarily high. The Low preset averages 385 FPS. Medium settings average 355 FPS, with a minimum of 302 and a maximum of 409. High settings see an average of 234 FPS, and Ultra settings average 222 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent, with the Ultra preset showing a reduction of 87 FPS, from 309 to 222, which demonstrates the GPU is beginning to work harder as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, or 4K, the data shows the most significant performance drop, but the system still delivers far more than necessary for a smooth experience. The Low preset at 4K averages 293 FPS. Medium settings average 235 FPS, with a minimum of 200 and a maximum of 270. High settings average 147 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 140 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra at 4K is minimal, just 7 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset is not substantially more demanding than High at this resolution. The minimum FPS recorded across all tests is 200 FPS at 4K Medium settings, which is still more than three times the playable threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested combinations for Inside, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 38th out of 3716 total combos. This places it within the top 1% of all configurations tested, a signal of its raw performance. The rank is a composite measure, but the FPS data suggests that the primary limiter at higher resolutions is the GPU, while the CPU's strong single-core performance is more than adequate for the game's logic.

The percentile rankings for the individual components reinforce this. The CPU sits in the 93rd percentile against all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 88th percentile against all GPUs. While both are elite, the CPU's relative standing is slightly higher, which aligns with the game's nature as a 2D platformer that may be more sensitive to single-threaded performance. The rank of 38 indicates that only a handful of other combinations, likely featuring even more extreme CPUs or more specialized setups, manage to outperform this system in this specific title.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 140. This is more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: No. The data shows that every tested resolution and preset combination produces an average FPS well above 60. The lowest average FPS recorded is 140 at 4K Ultra, and the lowest minimum FPS is 200 at 4K Medium.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1440p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 234 at 2560x1440 to 147 at 3840x2160. This represents a reduction of 87 FPS, or roughly 37% of the 1440p performance.

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

A: At 1920x1080, High settings yield an average of 325 FPS, while Ultra settings yield an average of 309 FPS. The difference is only 16 FPS, indicating a relatively small performance cost for the highest quality preset.

*Q: How does the system's rank in Inside compare to other tested combos?*

A: The combination ranks 38th out of 3716 tested combos. This places it in the top 1% of all configurations, demonstrating exceptional performance for this game.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU provide a context for its performance level. The AMD EPYC 4464P has an average benchmark score that is 0.3% lower, making it a near-identical match. Similarly, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is 0.3% behind, and the AMD EPYC 9124 is 0.7% behind. The AMD EPYC 7343 is 0.7% ahead. These processors, while from different market segments, would offer a very similar level of processing power in this game.

On the GPU side, the nearest competitor is the Intel Arc Pro A60, which has an identical average benchmark score (0% delta). The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is 0.3% ahead, while the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% behind. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 is 2.9% behind. It is important to note that these rival GPUs are professional workstation parts; their average scores are comparable, but their gaming-specific performance could vary. In the context of Inside, any of these alternatives would likely produce similar frame rates, given the game's low demands, though the RTX 4090's lead in raw compute is clear.

CPU and GPU Roles

For Inside, the data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets, with the Low preset hitting 430 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 121 FPS. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU is not the bottleneck; the CPU's strong single-threaded performance is capable of feeding frames at a very high rate, and the GPU can process them without breaking a sweat.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. Moving from 1080p to 4K at the Ultra preset, the average FPS drops from 309 to 140, a reduction of 169 FPS. This significant scaling is a direct result of the increased pixel count, which puts more strain on the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth. The RTX 4090, with its 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth, handles this load admirably, but the performance cost is still visible.

The CPU's impact is best understood by examining the scaling between presets at a fixed resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 121 FPS, while at 4K, the difference is 153 FPS. The fact that the gap widens at 4K suggests that the Ultra preset introduces effects that are more demanding on the GPU, rather than the CPU. The CPU is likely not the limiting factor at any resolution; instead, it provides a consistent foundation, with the GPU's workload determining the final frame rate. The high minimum FPS values, even at 4K Medium (200 FPS), indicate a stable frame pacing with no significant CPU-related hitches.

The Verdict

This system can absolutely run Inside, and it does so with extraordinary headroom. According to the verdict data, all tested settings are playable at all three resolutions. The benchmark results show that the combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and RTX 4090 clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin in every scenario.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Ultra, which achieves an average of 140 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 222 FPS, and at 1920x1080, it averages 309 FPS. The system is overkill for a game like Inside, but it guarantees a perfectly smooth experience with the highest possible visual fidelity, even at 4K. The data confirms that there are no playability concerns at any point.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players seeking the optimal experience, the data indicates that the most demanding preset can be used at every resolution.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 140 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a fluid experience with maximum graphical quality.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again provides the best experience, with an average of 222 FPS. This leaves substantial headroom for any potential frame rate dips and is ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset yields an average of 309 FPS. This performance level is more than sufficient for even the fastest 1080p displays, making the Ultra preset the clear recommendation. In all cases, there is no reason to lower the settings, as the hardware is never challenged to the point of dropping below 60 FPS.