Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti pairing delivers exceptional performance in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016, with the measured data showing this combination ranks in the 69th percentile of all tested combos for this title. The benchmark results indicate a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher settings, while the CPU's capabilities become more relevant only at lower settings where frame rates soar past 200 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running on the AMD Socket AM4 platform. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz can boost up to 4.40 GHz, and it features a 16 MB L3 cache. In the context of Inside, which is a 2D puzzle platformer with relatively modest CPU demands, this processor is more than sufficient. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 280.7 FPS average, indicating that the CPU is not a bottleneck even at very high frame rates. However, the CPU's integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are irrelevant here, as the system uses a discrete GPU.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19983. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are the Intel Core i7-11600H, which scores 19949 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i7-11800H, scoring 20024 (0.2% higher). This tight grouping suggests that the 5600G's compute performance is squarely in the mid-range for modern desktop processors. In Inside, the CPU's single-thread performance, as evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 872, is ample for the game's logic and physics. The game's frame rate at 4K Ultra (62.5 FPS) versus 1080p Ultra (132.3 FPS) shows a 53% drop, which is a typical GPU-bound pattern, meaning the CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing, featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 1665 MHz, and it houses 4864 shading units. The GPU's benchmark percentile is 69, with an average score of 25120. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6700M (score 25180, 0.2% higher) and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 (score 25235, 0.5% higher), indicating this GPU is competitively positioned in its class. In Inside, the GPU's VRAM is not a concern, as even at 4K Ultra the game runs smoothly, suggesting the 8 GB frame buffer is sufficient.

The RTX 3060 Ti's performance scales predictably with settings. At 4K, the average FPS drops from 126.7 at Low to 62.5 at Ultra, a 51% reduction. This scaling is consistent with a GPU that is being pushed by increased pixel counts and shading complexity. The GPU's compute capabilities, as shown by its passmark_gpu_compute score of 10006, are more than adequate for this title. Given that Inside is a 2016 release, the RTX 3060 Ti is vastly overqualified, which is why the system achieves playable frame rates even at the demanding 4K Ultra preset.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Inside, this specific AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + RTX 3060 Ti configuration ranks 1152 out of 1671 combos. This rank of 1152 places it in the lower-middle portion of all tested systems, which is surprising given the hardware's capability. However, the ranking is relative to all combos, many of which may feature higher-end CPUs and GPUs. The combo's performance is heavily influenced by the GPU, and the data shows that the RTX 3060 Ti's percentile (69) is lower than the CPU's (78), suggesting the GPU is the limiting factor for overall system ranking in this game.

The combo rank of 1152 out of 1671 means that approximately 68% of tested combos perform better in Inside. This is not a reflection of poor absolute performance—the measured FPS numbers are high—but rather a comparison against systems that may include more powerful GPUs like the RTX 3080 or RX 6800 XT. For context, the RTX 3060 Ti's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6700M, has a nearly identical average score, so this combo's rank is likely similar to other mid-range GPU pairings. The data indicates that while this combo is not top-tier, it delivers a smooth experience in Inside at virtually all settings and resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Is this combo sufficient for 4K gaming in Inside?*

A: Yes, the data shows average FPS of 65.4 at 4K High and 62.5 at 4K Ultra, both well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 19983, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-11600H (19949) and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i7-11800H (20024).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 3060 Ti is in the 69th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25120.

Q: Does the game performance vary significantly between Low and Ultra settings?

A: Yes, at 1080p, the average FPS drops from 280.7 at Low to 132.3 at Ultra, a 53% reduction. At 4K, the drop is from 126.7 to 62.5, a 51% reduction.

*Q: Which component is the bottleneck in this system for Inside?*

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck, as evidenced by the significant FPS drops when increasing resolution and settings. The CPU is not limiting performance, given the high frame rates at low settings.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 1152 out of 1671 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the 69th percentile of all systems.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear trend of diminishing performance as resolution increases, which is classic GPU-bound behavior. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 139.3 at 1080p to 99 at 1440p (a 29% reduction), and then to 65.4 at 4K (a further 34% reduction from 1440p). This pattern indicates that the RTX 3060 Ti is the limiting component, as the CPU's workload does not scale with resolution.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more dramatic: 280.7 FPS at 1080p drops to 204.3 at 1440p (27% reduction) and then to 126.7 at 4K (38% reduction from 1440p). The fact that the 1080p Low result is above 280 FPS suggests that the CPU is still capable of feeding the GPU at very high frame rates, but the GPU's rendering workload becomes the dominant factor at higher resolutions. The difference between 1080p and 4K at Low settings is a 55% FPS drop, which is slightly larger than the 53% drop at Ultra settings, indicating that at lower settings, the GPU's pixel throughput is the main constraint. Overall, the scaling data confirms that this combo is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being playable but requiring settings adjustments.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data suggests that the High preset at 1440p offers an excellent balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 99 FPS. This is a sweet spot where the game looks good and runs smoothly. If the user prioritizes higher frame rates, the Medium preset at 1440p delivers 160.9 FPS, which is a 63% improvement over High while still maintaining solid visuals.

At 4K, the Ultra preset is playable at 62.5 FPS, but this is close to the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 4K provides 102.1 FPS, which is a significant jump and likely a better choice for a smoother experience on a 4K display. For competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset at 1080p yields 280.7 FPS, which is overkill for most displays but demonstrates the system's headroom. The High preset at 1080p (139.3 FPS) is the most visually appealing option that still exceeds 120 FPS, making it ideal for 144Hz monitors. For most users, the Medium preset at 1440p is the recommended starting point, as it provides a high frame rate with minimal visual compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the RTX 3060 Ti with the Ryzen 5 5600G delivers outstanding performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 280.7 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in this dataset. The Medium preset follows with 223 FPS, and the High preset with 139.3 FPS. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still maintains a very smooth 132.3 FPS average. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the user can enable any settings and expect a flawless experience, with even the most demanding preset staying well above 100 FPS.

At 1440p, the performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 204.3 FPS, Medium at 160.9 FPS, and High at 99 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 98.6 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS and suitable for most displays. The transition from 1080p to 1440p causes a 27% FPS reduction at Low settings and a 29% reduction at High settings, showing consistent scaling.

At 4K, the system begins to show its limits. The Low preset is still very playable at 126.7 FPS, and Medium at 102.1 FPS. The High preset drops to 65.4 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 62.5 FPS, which is technically playable but may experience occasional dips. The data shows that for 4K gaming, the Medium preset is the recommended maximum to ensure a consistently smooth frame rate, while Low is preferred for 4K displays with higher refresh rates.