Inside

# Inside: AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Inside, a puzzle platformer from 2016 that is far more demanding than its minimalist art style suggests. Measured frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets show this combination never dips below 99 FPS average, with the data indicating a system that is heavily GPU-limited at higher settings and increasingly CPU-bound only at the lowest preset. The RX 9070 XT, with its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and RDNA 4.0 architecture, proves more than sufficient for this title, while the Ryzen 5 7400F's six Zen 4 cores provide ample headroom for the game's physics and logic. This analysis breaks down how the combo scales across resolutions, what the GPU and CPU each contribute, where it ranks among 2,887 tested combinations, and which settings deliver the best balance of visual quality and performance.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Inside shows a clear and predictable pattern: performance drops as resolution increases, but the rate of that drop depends heavily on the quality preset. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 337 FPS average. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 302 FPS, a decrease of roughly 10.4%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 207 FPS, which is 31.5% below the 1440p figure and 38.6% below 1080p. This scaling suggests that at Low settings, the system is not purely GPU-limited — the CPU still has significant influence, which is why the resolution penalty is not as steep as it would be in a purely GPU-bound scenario.

At Medium settings, the pattern shifts. The 1080p Medium average is 311 FPS, with a minimum of 264 and maximum of 357. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 264 FPS, a 15.1% reduction, with min/max of 224/304. At 4K Medium, the average falls to 166 FPS, which is 37.1% below the 1440p figure and 46.6% below 1080p. The widening gap between resolutions as settings increase indicates the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck — the RX 9070 XT has to work harder at higher resolutions, and the frame rate penalty grows accordingly.

High settings show an even more pronounced resolution scaling. At 1080p High, the average is 230 FPS. At 1440p High, it drops to 165 FPS, a 28.3% reduction. At 4K High, the average is 104 FPS, which is 37.0% below 1440p and 54.8% below 1080p. This steep drop from 1440p to 4K — a 61 FPS difference — demonstrates that 4K High is where the RX 9070 XT starts to feel the strain, though 104 FPS is still well above playable thresholds for a puzzle platformer.

Ultra settings produce the lowest overall frame rates but follow a similar scaling curve. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 219 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 157 FPS, a 28.3% reduction. At 4K Ultra, the average is 99 FPS, which is 37.0% below 1440p and 54.8% below 1080p. Notably, the percentage drops from 1080p to 1440p and from 1440p to 4K are nearly identical between High and Ultra presets — approximately 28% and 37% respectively — suggesting that the GPU's workload scales consistently with resolution regardless of whether High or Ultra is selected.

The limiting component at 1080p Low is clearly the CPU. The 337 FPS ceiling, combined with the relatively modest 10.4% drop at 1440p, indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is reaching its practical limit for frame generation in this game. At 4K Low, the 207 FPS average still suggests some CPU involvement, but the larger drop from 1440p indicates the GPU is taking over as the primary constraint. By Medium settings and above, the GPU is firmly in control — the resolution scaling percentages become much steeper, and the CPU has ample headroom.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is the dominant component in this pairing for Inside, and the measured data shows its capabilities and limitations clearly. The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, with a memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. This is far more memory than Inside requires, even at 4K Ultra, so VRAM capacity is never a limiting factor in any measured scenario. The 16 GB allocation ensures that texture streaming and asset loading are not bottlenecks, even with the game's atmospheric lighting and shadow effects at maximum settings.

Clock speeds play a meaningful role in the performance profile. The RX 9070 XT has a base clock of 1660 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2970 MHz. The boost behavior is particularly relevant for Inside, which is not a demanding title by modern standards. The GPU can sustain high clock speeds for extended periods because the workload does not push thermals or power limits to throttle points. This allows the card to operate closer to its 2970 MHz boost ceiling, which explains why even 4K Ultra maintains a 99 FPS average.

The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial for this game. With 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs, the RX 9070 XT delivers a pixel rate of 380.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 760.3 GTexel/s. Inside's 2D side-scrolling perspective and limited draw distance mean that pixel throughput is more relevant than raw geometry processing. The 128 ROPs are particularly well-suited to this title, as the game's resolution scaling directly impacts pixel fill requirements. The 48.66 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is far beyond what Inside needs, but it ensures that even the most complex particle effects or lighting transitions do not cause frame drops.

The GPU's 4 nm process node from TSMC, with 53,900 million transistors on a 357 mm² die, contributes to its efficiency. The 304 W TDP is not a concern for this game, as the workload is light enough that the card likely operates well below its power ceiling. The PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface provides ample bandwidth, though Inside's data transfer requirements are modest. The card's nearest rivals according to average benchmark scores are older or lower-tier parts — the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (0.1% delta), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (0.2% delta), NVIDIA P106-090 (0.5% delta), and AMD Radeon Pro 555 (1.0% delta) — but these comparisons reflect synthetic benchmarks, not gaming performance in Inside. In this specific game, the RX 9070 XT's modern architecture and high clock speeds produce frame rates that those older cards could not approach.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ranks 613th out of 2,887 tested combinations for Inside. This places it in the top 21.2% of all tested combos, which is a strong showing for a title that is not especially demanding. The rank reflects the measured FPS across all resolutions and settings, and the data indicates that this combo outperforms the vast majority of systems tested in this game.

The 613th rank is notable because it places this combo ahead of many systems with ostensibly more powerful components. Inside is a game that benefits from high single-thread performance and strong pixel throughput, both of which this combo delivers in abundance. The Ryzen 5 7400F's single-core performance — evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072 and Passmark single-thread score of 3689 — ensures that the game's logic and physics run efficiently. The RX 9070 XT's pixel rate of 380.2 GPixel/s handles the rendering workload without becoming a bottleneck.

The percentile ranking of the individual components provides context. The CPU has a percentile ranking of 83 among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 83% of tested processors. The GPU has a percentile ranking of 55 among all GPUs, which is lower but still respectable. However, these individual percentiles do not directly translate to gaming performance in Inside. The combo rank of 613 out of 2,887 suggests that the pairing is well-balanced for this title, with the CPU's strong single-thread performance complementing the GPU's high pixel throughput.

For comparison, the CPU's nearest rivals in average benchmark score are the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% higher), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (0.2% higher), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.2% lower), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (0.3% higher). These differences are negligible in real-world gaming, and Inside's performance is unlikely to differ meaningfully between these CPUs when paired with the same GPU. The GPU's nearest rivals, as noted earlier, are much older or lower-tier parts, which highlights that the RX 9070 XT's synthetic benchmark average is not representative of its gaming capabilities in modern titles like Inside.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Inside?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 337, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 311 FPS at 1080p Medium, followed by 302 FPS at 1440p Low.

Q: Can this combo maintain 100+ FPS at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 99 FPS, which is just below the 100 FPS threshold. At 4K High settings, the average rises to 104 FPS, confirming that 4K gaming is viable with slightly reduced settings.

Q: How does the RX 9070 XT's VRAM affect Inside performance?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 644.6 GB/s bandwidth. Inside is not a VRAM-intensive game, so the 16 GB capacity is never a limiting factor at any resolution or setting tested. The bandwidth is more than sufficient for the game's asset streaming needs.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested systems in Inside?

A: The combo ranks 613th out of 2,887 tested combinations, placing it in the top 21.2% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck at any resolution or setting?

A: At 1080p Low, the CPU appears to be the limiting factor, as evidenced by the 337 FPS average and the relatively small drop to 302 FPS at 1440p Low. At Medium settings and above, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, and the CPU provides sufficient headroom.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures available in the data?

A: Minimum FPS data is only provided for Medium settings across all three resolutions: 264 FPS at 1080p, 224 FPS at 1440p, and 141 FPS at 4K. No minimum FPS data is available for Low, High, or Ultra presets.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F provides the processing foundation for this combo, and its specifications directly influence Inside's performance at lower resolutions and settings. The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. This is a modern desktop processor with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, allowing it to scale performance dynamically based on workload demands.

The CPU's cache hierarchy is well-suited to gaming. Each core has 64 KB of L1 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache, with a shared 32 MB L3 cache across all cores. Inside's gameplay involves relatively small data sets that fit within the L3 cache, reducing memory latency and improving frame pacing. The dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth ensures that the CPU can feed data to the GPU without creating a bottleneck, even at high frame rates.

Single-thread performance is particularly important for Inside, which is a puzzle platformer with physics-based interactions that often rely on a primary game thread. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072 and Passmark single-thread score of 3689 indicate strong per-core performance. This is reflected in the measured frame rates at 1080p Low, where the 337 FPS average suggests the CPU is approaching its practical limit for generating frames in this game. The 1080p High average of 230 FPS shows that even with increased GPU load, the CPU continues to deliver sufficient processing power.

Multi-threaded performance is less critical for Inside but still contributes to overall system responsiveness. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and Passmark multithread score of 25645 demonstrate that background tasks and game logic across multiple threads are handled without issue. The 65 W TDP is modest, meaning the CPU is unlikely to thermal throttle during extended gaming sessions, maintaining consistent boost clocks.

The CPU's nearest rivals in average benchmark score are all within 0.3% of its performance, including the Intel Core i5-14600T, Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360. For Inside specifically, these differences are unlikely to produce measurable FPS variations, as the game is not heavily CPU-bound at most settings. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all tested CPUs indicates it is a capable processor for this workload.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the Inside experience with this combo, balancing visual quality against frame rate headroom. At 4K resolution, the choice between High and Ultra settings is the most consequential. The 4K High preset delivers an average of 104 FPS, while 4K Ultra drops to 99 FPS — a difference of only 5 FPS. Both are playable, but the Ultra preset's additional visual effects justify the small performance cost for players with 4K displays. The 4K Medium preset offers 166 FPS average, which is significantly higher but comes with reduced visual fidelity. For most players, 4K High is the recommended sweet spot, offering a robust 104 FPS average while maintaining high-quality visuals.

At 1440p, the situation is more relaxed. The 1440p Ultra preset delivers 157 FPS average, which is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate monitors. The 1440p High preset offers 165 FPS, and the 1440p Medium preset reaches 264 FPS with a minimum of 224 FPS. Given that Inside is a puzzle platformer without competitive multiplayer demands, the 157 FPS from Ultra settings provides an excellent experience. Players with 144 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors who prioritize visual quality should select Ultra; those who prefer maximum smoothness should consider Medium, though the difference between 157 and 264 FPS may not be perceptible in this genre.

At 1080p, all settings deliver exceptionally high frame rates. The 1080p Ultra preset averages 219 FPS, while 1080p High averages 230 FPS, 1080p Medium averages 311 FPS, and 1080p Low averages 337 FPS. The minimum FPS data for 1080p Medium is 264 FPS, which ensures no noticeable stuttering. For 1080p users, Ultra settings are clearly the best choice, as the 219 FPS average far exceeds display refresh rates for virtually all monitors. The visual enhancements from Ultra settings are worth the modest FPS reduction compared to High or Medium.

The data reveals that the performance gap between High and Ultra is consistent across resolutions — approximately 5 FPS at 4K, 8 FPS at 1440p, and 11 FPS at 1080p. This indicates that the Ultra preset's additional effects are not disproportionately expensive on the RX 9070 XT. Conversely, the jump from Medium to High is more significant: 62 FPS at 4K, 99 FPS at 1440p, and 81 FPS at 1080p. This suggests that the High preset introduces substantially more GPU workload than Medium, but the RX 9070 XT handles it well.

For players who prioritize the highest possible frame rates, 1440p Medium with its 264 FPS average and 224 FPS minimum provides a smooth experience with minimal risk of screen tearing on high-refresh displays. However, given the game's genre — a slow-paced puzzle platformer where reaction time is less critical — the visual fidelity gains from High or Ultra settings are more valuable than raw frame rate. The recommended configuration is 4K High for 4K display users, 1440p Ultra for 1440p display users, and 1080p Ultra for 1080p display users. Each of these configurations delivers an average FPS above 100, ensuring a consistently smooth experience with all visual features enabled.