Inside

Inside is a puzzle platformer that is far more demanding than its minimalist art style suggests, and the data for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination reveals a system that is exceptionally well-balanced for this title. The benchmark results show a configuration that can push very high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while still delivering a perfectly playable experience at 4K, with the primary bottleneck shifting predictably as resolution increases. This pairing sits at rank 2091 out of 2887 tested combos in this game, placing it in the upper portion of the database’s tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking aspect of the measured data is how the frame rate scales from 1080p to 4K, and what that scaling reveals about the limiting component in this system. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 141 FPS at 1920x1080 to 101 FPS at 2560x1440, and then further down to 63 FPS at 3840x2160. This is a clear and steady decline, but the percentage drops are telling. Moving from 1080p to 1440p results in a 28% performance reduction, while moving from 1440p to 4K results in a 38% reduction. The latter, larger drop indicates that the GPU is becoming increasingly stressed as pixel count rises.

The scaling pattern changes when looking at the Low preset. Here, the system achieves 257 FPS at 1080p, 202 FPS at 1440p, and 127 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 21%, and from 1440p to 4K is 37%. The fact that even at Low settings, the 4K frame rate is still 127 FPS suggests that the CPU is keeping up admirably, but the GPU is still the component doing the heavy lifting at higher resolutions. The real story is in the Medium preset, which is the only one with min/max frame data. At 1080p Medium, the average is 225 FPS with a minimum of 191 FPS; at 1440p Medium, the average is 162 FPS with a minimum of 137 FPS; and at 4K Medium, the average is 102 FPS with a minimum of 86 FPS.

These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is likely CPU-bound or at least not fully GPU-limited, as the frame rates are astronomically high. As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU workload scales up, and we see the frame rates normalize to levels that are more typical of GPU-bound scenarios. The 4K Ultra preset delivers 60 FPS on average, which is exactly the console-like target, and the 4K High preset delivers 63 FPS. This suggests that for this particular game, the RTX 2060 SUPER is the primary limiter at 4K, but it is just barely enough to maintain a smooth 60 FPS on High settings. The data strongly suggests that a user targeting 4K should stick to High or Medium settings, as the jump to Ultra provides no tangible benefit in frame rate (60 vs 63 FPS) while presumably increasing visual load.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, and built on a 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. In the context of Inside, the CPU’s role appears to be providing a high enough single-thread performance ceiling to avoid becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions, while its multi-threaded capabilities are less critical for this specific title. The benchmark scores for the CPU show a Passmark single-thread score of 2872 and a multithread score of 19236, which places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs.

Looking at its nearest rivals, the 5600F is extremely closely matched with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, which has an average score of 36938 versus the 5600F’s 36945, resulting in a 0% delta. It is also within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. This indicates that in synthetic benchmarks, the 5600F is a solid mid-range performer, but its real-world impact on Inside is better understood through the frame rate data. The fact that the system can hit 257 FPS on Low at 1080p suggests that the CPU is not holding the GPU back in any meaningful way at those settings.

The memory support for this CPU is DDR4 with dual-channel configuration, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. While the game’s engine may not be heavily reliant on memory bandwidth, the fact that the system is achieving such high frame rates indicates that the CPU’s cache hierarchy, which includes 32 MB of shared L3 cache, is sufficient for the game’s data demands. The 5600F’s PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 lanes ensures that the GPU is not starved for data transfer bandwidth, which is crucial for maintaining consistent frame times. The data shows that the CPU is a capable partner for the RTX 2060 SUPER in this game, as the system’s performance scales well with resolution, indicating the CPU is not the primary limiting factor until possibly at the very low preset at 1080p where the frame rate is so high that it might exceed the CPU’s frame generation capacity.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the clear workhorse for this game at higher resolutions. It is based on the Turing architecture, specifically the TU106 chip, and is manufactured on a 12 nm process. The GPU has a base clock of 1470 MHz and a boost clock of 1650 MHz. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU’s specifications include 2176 shading units, 136 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, which are all relevant to how it renders the simple but visually striking scenes of Inside.

The GPU’s memory configuration is particularly important. With 8 GB of VRAM, there is ample capacity for this game, which is not known for being VRAM-hungry. The bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is generous for the game’s texture streaming needs. The GPU’s benchmark scores are solid, with a Passmark G3D score of 16462 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2011. This places the GPU in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, which is 0.4% faster, and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, which is 0.5% faster. It is also notably ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 460 by 1.5% and the Intel Arc A770M by 1.6%.

The measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the main driver of performance at 1440p and 4K. The progression from Low to Ultra at each resolution shows a clear pattern of the GPU being the bottleneck. At 4K, the GPU is working hard to maintain frame rates, with the average dropping from 127 FPS on Low to 60 FPS on Ultra. The fact that the High preset at 4K (63 FPS) is nearly identical to the Ultra preset (60 FPS) suggests that the GPU is reaching its limits, and the additional visual features in Ultra are causing a marginal performance hit. The GPU’s FP32 performance of 7.181 TFLOPS is sufficient for this title, but the data shows that for a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K, the High preset is the maximum viable option.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this system performs across the board. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. The Low preset averages 257 FPS, Medium averages 225 FPS (with a minimum of 191 and maximum of 259), High averages 141 FPS, and Ultra averages 134 FPS. These numbers are all far above the refresh rate of any standard monitor, making this resolution a non-issue for the hardware.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains high. The Low preset averages 202 FPS, Medium averages 162 FPS (with a minimum of 137 and maximum of 186), High averages 101 FPS, and Ultra averages 96 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra is only 5%, which is a small price to pay for the visual upgrade, but the jump from Low to Medium is a 20% reduction, suggesting a significant increase in GPU load.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more critical. The Low preset averages 127 FPS, Medium averages 102 FPS (with a minimum of 86 and maximum of 117), High averages 63 FPS, and Ultra averages 60 FPS. The most interesting observation is the gap between Medium and High, which is a 38% performance reduction. This suggests that the High preset includes a significant number of graphical features that heavily tax the GPU. The Ultra preset offers no further penalty over High, but also no benefit in frame rate, indicating that the GPU is fully saturated. The minimum frame rate at 4K Medium is 86 FPS, which is still very smooth, but at High and Ultra, the lack of min data suggests the frame pacing might be less consistent, though the averages are still playable.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K with a smooth 60 FPS experience?

A: Yes, but only on High settings. The measured data shows 63 FPS average at 3840x2160 on High, and 60 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset provides a much higher 102 FPS average, so for a guaranteed smooth experience with headroom, Medium is the safest choice.

Q: What is the best resolution to play at if I have a high refresh rate monitor?

A: If you have a 144Hz monitor, 1080p is the clear choice, as all presets exceed 134 FPS, with Low and Medium reaching 257 and 225 FPS respectively. For a 1440p 144Hz monitor, you would need to use the Low preset (202 FPS) or Medium preset (162 FPS) to fully utilize the refresh rate.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its direct competitors in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600F has an average benchmark score of 36945, which is virtually identical to the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36938, 0% delta). It is also slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D by 0.2% and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 by 0.4%.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER a strong performer compared to other GPUs in the database?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 18093, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. It is nearly identical in performance to the RTX 3060 Mobile (18159, -0.4% delta) and the Radeon Pro 5700 (18189, -0.5% delta), while being notably faster than the Radeon RX 460 by 1.5%.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is substantial. The Low preset averages 202 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 96 FPS. This represents a 52% decrease in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest visual quality settings.

Q: Does the GPU’s memory bandwidth seem sufficient for this game?

A: Yes. The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. The measured FPS data, particularly the high averages at 1080p and 1440p, suggests that the memory subsystem is not a bottleneck for this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system depend entirely on the target resolution and refresh rate. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 141 FPS offers a great balance of visual fidelity and performance, easily clearing the 60 FPS threshold and providing a smooth experience on most monitors. The Ultra preset at 134 FPS is also viable if you want maximum visual quality, as the 5% performance hit is negligible. For those with high refresh rate 1080p panels (144Hz or higher), the Medium preset at 225 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a massive frame rate boost while presumably still looking significantly better than Low.

At 1440p, the situation is more nuanced. The High preset at 101 FPS is the sweet spot for a 100Hz or 120Hz monitor, offering excellent visual quality with a triple-digit frame rate. If you have a 144Hz monitor, you will need to drop to the Medium preset, which averages 162 FPS and has a minimum of 137 FPS, ensuring you stay above the refresh rate. The Ultra preset at 96 FPS is not recommended unless you have a 90Hz or 100Hz monitor, as the visual gains over High are typically minimal for a 5% performance cost. Low at 202 FPS is only useful for competitive play or if you are trying to maximize frame times, but it is not necessary for this single-player puzzle game.

For 4K, the recommendations are straightforward. The High preset at 63 FPS is the optimal choice for a 60Hz display, as it achieves the target frame rate with the best visual quality. The Ultra preset at 60 FPS is also acceptable, but the lack of a frame rate advantage over High suggests that the extra visual features are not worth the potential for more frequent frame drops. The Medium preset at 102 FPS is the best option for users with a 100Hz or 120Hz 4K display, providing a smooth experience with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The Low preset at 127 FPS is overkill for 4K and sacrifices too much visual quality for a game that is heavily atmospheric. In summary, the data indicates that High settings at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium settings at 4K, provide the best overall experience for this hardware combination, balancing visual fidelity with high and stable frame rates.