Inside

Inside is a side-scrolling puzzle platformer with a muted, atmospheric presentation, and the benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination show a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher settings, yet surprisingly capable of extreme frame rates when the load is shifted. The data indicates a pairing that excels at delivering high refresh rate experiences at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K remaining a viable option for those who prioritize smoothness over maximum visual fidelity. The measured FPS across all resolutions and settings confirms that this combo is far more powerful than the game's demands, making the limiting factor almost entirely the graphics preset chosen.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is significant and reveals where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 166.8 FPS, but this falls to 120.3 FPS at 1440p and further to 78.7 FPS at 4K. This represents a 52.8% decrease in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings, a substantial hit that points directly to the GPU as the primary limiting component. The scaling is consistent with a game that is not heavily CPU-dependent, as the Ryzen 5 5600G’s six cores and twelve threads are more than adequate to feed the Radeon RX 6700 XT at lower resolutions.

The pattern becomes even clearer when examining the Low settings tier. At 1080p Low, the system achieves a staggering 290.2 FPS, which only drops to 242.4 FPS at 1440p and 150.4 FPS at 4K. The fact that the frame rate at 4K Low is still higher than the 1080p High result (150.4 vs 166.8) underscores that the GPU is the sole arbiter of performance here; reducing the graphical load at a higher resolution yields a better outcome than increasing it at a lower resolution. This indicates that the CPU is never the constraint, and the headroom for higher frame rates is entirely dependent on the GPU's ability to render the scene.

The data suggests that the transition from 1080p to 1440p is less punishing than the jump to 4K. For instance, at Medium settings, moving from 1080p (268.8 FPS) to 1440p (193.9 FPS) results in a 27.9% drop, while moving from 1440p to 4K (121.1 FPS) incurs a 37.5% drop. This non-linear scaling is typical for a GPU that has ample memory bandwidth but is ultimately limited by its pixel throughput at higher resolutions. The RX 6700 XT’s 64 ROPs and 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are being pushed harder as the pixel count increases, making the 4K resolution the most demanding scenario for this pairing.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 6700 XT is the dominant force in this system's gaming performance, and its specifications align perfectly with the measured results. The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is more than sufficient for a game like Inside, which is not known for massive texture loads, but it ensures that there are no bandwidth-related stutters even at 4K Ultra. The boost clock of 2581 MHz, with a game clock of 2424 MHz, shows that the card is running at high frequencies to achieve the frame rates observed.

The GPU's benchmark scores further contextualize its position. With an average benchmark score of 33721 and a percentile ranking of 77 among all GPUs, it sits in the upper echelon of performance. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800, has a similar average score of 33493, a delta of just 0.7%, indicating that the 6700 XT is performing right at its expected level for this title. The fact that the RX 6700 XT is only 1% faster than the older AMD Radeon HD 7950 in aggregate benchmarks (34050 vs 33721) is a statistical quirk, but in real-world gaming, the architectural advantages of RDNA 2.0 are evident in the high FPS numbers.

The GPU's 2560 shading units and 160 TMUs are the key to its high fill rate, which directly benefits the simple geometry and lighting of Inside. The pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s is what allows the card to push 150.4 FPS at 4K Low. The data shows that the GPU has significant headroom at 1080p, where it is likely not fully utilized, but becomes the clear limiting factor at 4K Ultra, where the frame rate drops to 69.7 FPS. This is a classic example of a mid-to-high-end GPU being the correct choice for high refresh rate gaming on a game that is not visually complex.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Inside?

A: Yes, it can. The measured results show an average of 78.7 FPS at 4K High and 69.7 FPS at 4K Ultra, which are both perfectly playable for a puzzle platformer. Even at the most demanding settings, the frame rate remains above 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for maximum frame rates?

A: 1080p is the clear winner. At Low settings, the combo achieves 290.2 FPS, and even at Ultra, it maintains 157.7 FPS. This resolution fully saturates high refresh rate monitors.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is substantial. At Low settings, the system produces 242.4 FPS, but at Ultra, this drops to 115.2 FPS. This is a 52.5% performance decrease, showing that Ultra settings are much more demanding on the GPU.

Q: Is the CPU holding back the GPU in this game?

A: No, the data does not suggest this. The frame rates scale directly with resolution and settings changes, which indicates a GPU bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 5600G’s 12 threads are sufficient to keep the GPU fed, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at 1080p Low.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to its closest rival in this test?

A: The RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 33721, which is 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6800's score of 33493. This indicates that the GPU is performing as expected for its class, with no performance anomalies in this game.

Q: Is the 12 GB VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: Yes, the 12 GB of GDDR6 memory is more than adequate. The game is not VRAM-intensive, and the available memory ensures smooth performance across all tested settings and resolutions without any memory-related frame drops.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset provides a clear picture of performance across all scenarios. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 290.2 FPS for Low, 268.8 FPS for Medium, 166.8 FPS for High, and 157.7 FPS for Ultra. This shows a massive jump from Medium to High, indicating that High settings introduce a significant graphical workload. The difference between High and Ultra is smaller, only 9.1 FPS, suggesting that Ultra adds minor effects that have a limited performance impact at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the results are 242.4 FPS for Low, 193.9 FPS for Medium, 120.3 FPS for High, and 115.2 FPS for Ultra. The trend continues, with the gap between Low and Medium (48.5 FPS) being larger than the gap between High and Ultra (5.1 FPS). This indicates that the Medium to High transition is where the most significant performance cost lies, regardless of resolution.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 150.4 FPS for Low, 121.1 FPS for Medium, 78.7 FPS for High, and 69.7 FPS for Ultra. The pattern is consistent: Low and Medium settings provide excellent playability, while High and Ultra dip closer to 70-80 FPS. It is importantly the 4K Low result (150.4 FPS) is higher than the 1080p Ultra result (157.7 FPS) by a small margin, further proving that the GPU is the primary performance driver.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of an AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and an AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ranks 906 out of 1671 tested combos for this game. This places it in the 54th percentile, which is a solidly mid-pack ranking. The ranking suggests that while this combo delivers strong absolute performance, there are many other pairings in the database that achieve higher frame rates. This is likely due to the CPU choice; the Ryzen 5 5600G is a capable processor, but it is not a top-tier gaming chip like some higher-end Ryzen 7 or Ryzen 9 models that might be paired with the same GPU.

The CPU's percentile rank of 78 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19983, shows it is a competent performer. However, its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-11800H with a score of 20024 (0.2% higher), are all very close in aggregate performance. The CPU is not the weak link, but the combo ranking indicates that the GPU is the more significant contributor to the final frame rate. The 906th rank out of 1671 means that there are 765 other combos that perform better, which is a substantial number, but it does not detract from the fact that this pairing offers a great experience for this specific title.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. In this game, its role is to feed the GPU without becoming a bottleneck, and the data confirms it does this well. The high frame rates at 1080p Low (290.2 FPS) are a signal of the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls quickly. The L3 cache of 16 MB is sufficient for a game of this scale, and the dual-channel DDR4 memory support ensures adequate bandwidth for the CPU's needs.

The CPU's benchmark scores show it is a solid performer, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16758 and a single-core score of 2365. These scores are not exceptional but are more than enough for a puzzle platformer. The fact that the frame rates do not degrade significantly when moving from 1080p Low to 1080p Medium (290.2 to 268.8 FPS) suggests that the CPU has headroom to spare. The bottleneck is entirely on the GPU side, as evidenced by the larger frame rate drops when increasing resolution. If the CPU were a limiting factor, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS at lower resolutions, which is not the case here.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, the data points to High settings at 1440p as the sweet spot. This configuration delivers 120.3 FPS, which is smooth and responsive, while still providing a visually richer experience than Medium or Low. The jump from Medium to High at 1440p costs 73.6 FPS (from 193.9 to 120.3), but the visual improvement is generally worth the trade-off for a game like Inside, which has a distinctive art style. For players with 4K displays, High settings at 78.7 FPS is the recommended choice, as it remains above 60 FPS and provides a crisp image.

If maximizing frame rate is the priority, then 1080p Low is the go-to setting, yielding 290.2 FPS. This is ideal for competitive play or for users with very high refresh rate monitors (240Hz or above). However, for most users, the difference between Medium and High at 1080p is negligible in terms of gameplay feel, but the visual quality is better at High. The Ultra settings are not recommended for this game, as they provide a minimal visual improvement over High (166.8 to 157.7 FPS at 1080p, a 5.5% drop) while costing performance. The data clearly shows that High is the most efficient preset, offering a great balance of visual fidelity and performance across all resolutions.