Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT delivers a highly capable experience in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The measured frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets show a system that can push far beyond standard display refresh rates, while also revealing where the hardware’s limits begin to appear. This analysis breaks down the scaling behavior, the individual roles of the CPU and GPU, and the practical settings choices supported by the data.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 shows a clear pattern of diminishing returns as resolution increases, but the absolute numbers remain high enough that the game is never unplayable. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 168 at 1920x1080 to 121 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 47 FPS, and then falls further to 76 at 3840x2160. This represents a 55% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K costs 45 FPS, while the jump from 1080p to 1440p costs 47 FPS, indicating that the GPU is becoming the primary limiter as pixel count increases.

Low settings show the most dramatic scaling. At 1920x1080, the average FPS is 337, which drops to 242 at 2560x1440 and then to 152 at 3840x2160. The 4K result is still more than double the 1080p result of many competing systems, but the 185 FPS gap between the lowest and highest resolution is substantial. Medium settings follow a similar trajectory: 269 FPS at 1080p, 194 at 1440p, and 122 at 4K. Ultra settings, the most demanding preset, yield 160 FPS at 1080p, 115 at 1440p, and 72 at 4K.

The data suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU has more headroom, as the FPS values are high enough that the GPU is likely the bottleneck even at lower resolutions. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting component, given that the FPS drops are proportionally larger relative to the resolution increase. The fact that the 4K High result (76 FPS) is only slightly above the 4K Ultra result (72 FPS) indicates that the GPU is saturated and additional graphical details have minimal impact on performance. The 4K Low result of 152 FPS shows that even at the lowest settings, the hardware can handle the resolution, but the scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a 53% reduction, confirming that the GPU’s compute and memory resources are the primary constraint.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with a Navi 22 chip, fabricated on a 7 nm process. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 2321 MHz, with a boost clock of 2581 MHz and a game clock of 2424 MHz. These specifications are directly relevant to the measured results. The 12 GB frame buffer is more than sufficient for Inside, which is a 2D side-scrolling puzzle platformer with relatively modest texture requirements. The memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s ensures that data transfer is not a bottleneck at any resolution tested.

The GPU’s shading units number 2560, with 160 texture mapping units and 64 render output units. The pixel rate is 165.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 413.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 13.21 TFLOPS. These figures explain why the GPU can maintain high frame rates even at 4K. The 4K Ultra average of 72 FPS indicates that the GPU is working near its limits, but the 4K Medium average of 122 FPS shows that there is substantial headroom when settings are reduced. The 4K Low average of 152 FPS demonstrates that the GPU can deliver a very high frame rate even at the most demanding resolution, provided the settings are lowered.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 72nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27425. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile with a delta of 0%, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 with a delta of -0.5%, and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell with a delta of 1.1%. These comparisons show that the RX 6700 XT is competitive with high-end mobile parts and slightly behind the desktop RTX 3090, though the delta is minimal. In the context of Inside, this level of performance translates to the smooth frame rates observed. The GPU’s 40 ray accelerators are not directly relevant to this game, as Inside does not utilize ray tracing, but the raw rasterization performance is what drives the results.

The power draw of 230 W and the suggested PSU of 550 W are notable for system planning, but the measured FPS data does not indicate any thermal throttling issues. The GPU’s dual-slot design and 267 mm length are physical characteristics that do not affect the benchmark numbers directly. The 16 Gbps effective memory speed is a key factor in the high bandwidth figure, which in turn supports the high frame rates at 4K.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, and manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU’s cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration provides ample single-thread performance, which is critical for Inside, a game that does not heavily utilize multiple cores.

The CPU’s benchmark results show strong performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21765 in multi-core and 3072 in single-core. The PassMark single-thread score is 3689, and the multithread score is 25645. These numbers place the CPU in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T with a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with a delta of 0.2%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H with a delta of -0.2%. These deltas are negligible, indicating that the 7400F performs on par with these competitors.

In Inside, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and handle physics calculations. The game’s puzzle platformer genre typically involves simple 2D scenes with limited entity counts, so the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck. The measured frame rates support this. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 337, which is a very high number that suggests the CPU can process frames quickly enough to avoid limiting the GPU. Even at 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 160, indicating that the CPU has sufficient headroom to maintain high performance.

The CPU’s memory support for DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s ensures that data can be fed to the GPU without delays. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 24 lanes (CPU only) provides ample bandwidth for the GPU’s PCIe 4.0 x16 connection. The CPU’s TDP of 65 W is modest, and the launch MSRP of $229 positions it as a mid-range option. The fact that the CPU is unlocked for overclocking could provide additional performance, but the measured data reflects stock settings. The 6 cores and 12 threads are more than adequate for Inside, which typically uses fewer than four threads. The single-core performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is likely the more important factor for this game’s frame pacing.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver frame rates well above 144 Hz. The Low preset yields 337 FPS, Medium yields 269 FPS, High yields 168 FPS, and Ultra yields 160 FPS. For a 144 Hz monitor, the High preset is recommended because it provides a 168 FPS average, which is above the refresh rate, while the Ultra preset at 160 FPS is also viable. For 240 Hz displays, the Medium preset at 269 FPS is the better choice, as it offers a high enough frame rate to take advantage of the refresh rate while maintaining visual quality. The Low preset at 337 FPS is only necessary for 360 Hz displays, which are uncommon.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 121 FPS, which is suitable for 120 Hz monitors. The Medium preset at 194 FPS is ideal for 144 Hz displays, providing a comfortable margin above the refresh rate. The Ultra preset at 115 FPS is slightly below 120 Hz, so it may cause minor judder on such displays, but it is still playable. The Low preset at 242 FPS is overkill for most monitors but demonstrates the hardware’s capability. For the best balance of visual quality and performance at 1440p, the Medium preset is recommended, as it offers a 194 FPS average with a minimum of 165 FPS and a maximum of 223 FPS, ensuring smooth frame delivery.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The High preset delivers 76 FPS, which is suitable for 60 Hz displays but not for higher refresh rates. The Ultra preset at 72 FPS is similarly limited. The Medium preset at 122 FPS is the best option for 120 Hz displays, providing a 122 FPS average with a minimum of 103 FPS and a maximum of 140 FPS. The Low preset at 152 FPS is ideal for 144 Hz monitors, although the visual quality reduction may be noticeable. For 4K gaming, the Medium preset offers the best experience per the measured rows, as it balances the 122 FPS average with the visual enhancements over Low. The High preset’s 76 FPS is acceptable for 60 Hz, but the Medium preset’s 122 FPS is significantly smoother.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ranks 1367 out of 2887 tested combos in Inside. This places it in the 53rd percentile of all combinations, meaning it outperforms slightly more than half of the tested systems. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the high frame rates measured, but it reflects the fact that Inside is an older game that many high-end systems can run at very high frame rates. The combo’s performance is limited by the GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking and the CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking, but the game’s modest requirements mean that even mid-range hardware can achieve high scores.

The ranking indicates that there are 1520 combos that perform better, likely featuring more powerful GPUs or CPUs. However, the measured FPS data shows that this combo is more than sufficient for a smooth experience at all resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 72 FPS is above the 60 FPS threshold for playability, and the 1080p High result of 168 FPS is excellent. The combo’s rank is a relative measure, and the absolute performance is what matters for the actual gaming experience. The data shows that this pairing is well-balanced, with the CPU not bottlenecking the GPU at any resolution tested.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low preset delivers 337 FPS, Medium delivers 269 FPS with a minimum of 229 and a maximum of 310, High delivers 168 FPS, and Ultra delivers 160 FPS. These numbers show a clear progression, with the Low preset providing more than double the frame rate of the Ultra preset. The Medium preset’s minimum of 229 FPS indicates that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate stays high.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 242 FPS, Medium averages 194 FPS with a minimum of 165 and a maximum of 223, High averages 121 FPS, and Ultra averages 115 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 53% reduction, similar to the 1080p scaling. The Medium preset’s minimum of 165 FPS is notable, as it ensures that the frame rate does not drop below the 144 Hz threshold in most scenarios.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 152 FPS, Medium averages 122 FPS with a minimum of 103 and a maximum of 140, High averages 76 FPS, and Ultra averages 72 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 30 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is only 4 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset offers minimal visual benefit over High at 4K. The Medium preset’s minimum of 103 FPS is the lowest measured across all presets and resolutions, but it is still above 100 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 337, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: No, the data shows that at 3840x2160, the FPS drops from 152 at Low to 72 at Ultra, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 2560x1440?

A: The minimum FPS for the Medium preset at 2560x1440 is 165, with an average of 194 and a maximum of 223.

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

A: This combo ranks 1367 out of 2887 tested combos, placing it in the 53rd percentile.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and how does it affect performance?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for the game’s demands, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at 4K.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-core performance score in Cinebench R23?

A: The CPU scores 3072 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which supports the high frame rates observed in this game.