Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers exceptional performance in Inside, a 2016 puzzle platformer that is far more demanding on the GPU than the CPU due to its unique rendering style. The data shows this combination achieves remarkably high frame rates across all resolutions, with the RTX 5090's massive 32 GB of VRAM and high clock speeds ensuring that even at 4K Ultra, the game remains perfectly playable. The combo ranks in the 90th percentile of all tested configurations, and the performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is heavily GPU-bound, making it an ideal match for high-refresh-rate displays.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate for this combo at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the measured average FPS is 221. This is a significant jump from the 4K High result of 150 FPS, indicating that the GPU has ample headroom at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 5090's VRAM capacity affect performance in this game?

A: The RTX 5090 features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory. For a game like Inside, this capacity is far beyond what is required, ensuring there are no texture streaming or memory bandwidth bottlenecks. The data confirms this, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset achieves an average of 143 FPS.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 320 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers 242 FPS. This represents a 78 FPS drop, or roughly 24% lower performance, when moving from the lowest to the highest visual quality settings.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D a bottleneck for the RTX 5090 in this title?

A: The benchmark results indicate that the system is primarily GPU-limited. At 1080p, the frame rate scales significantly with resolution, which is a classic sign of GPU limitation. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 3494 is more than sufficient for this game's physics and logic demands.

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

A: The combo ranks 290 out of 2887 tested combinations. This places it in the top 10% of all systems tested, indicating it provides a top-tier experience for Inside.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest frame rate at 4K?

A: The Low preset at 3840x2160 provides the highest average frame rate, hitting 246 FPS. The Medium preset also performs well at 227 FPS, while the High and Ultra presets deliver 150 FPS and 143 FPS, respectively.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this configuration for Inside. Its performance is defined by its substantial hardware specifications, which directly translate into the measured frame rates. The GPU's boost clock of 2407 MHz and base clock of 2017 MHz are the primary drivers of its raw processing power. This is complemented by a staggering 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. These specifications ensure that the GPU can handle the game's rendering demands at any resolution without being constrained by memory capacity or speed.

The RTX 5090's architecture, Blackwell 2.0, includes 21,760 shading units and 176 ROPs, which are crucial for the pixel-heavy rendering of Inside's distinctive silhouette-based art style. The high pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s allow the GPU to fill frames rapidly, which is evident in the high average FPS numbers across all settings. For instance, the GPU's FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS is a theoretical measure that aligns with the observed ability to maintain high frame rates even at 4K resolution.

The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing. When moving from 1080p to 4K, the average FPS across all settings drops significantly. For example, with High settings, the average FPS falls from 246 at 1080p to 150 at 4K. This 39% reduction in performance is a direct result of the increased pixel count that the GPU must process. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the bottleneck, as the frame rate scales consistently with resolution, which is a hallmark of GPU-bound scenarios. The GPU's role is therefore to provide the vast majority of the computational power for this game, and it does so with enough headroom to support even the highest refresh rate monitors at 1080p and 1440p.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's display refresh rate and resolution. For users with a 4K display, the Ultra preset is the most demanding, yielding an average of 143 FPS. While this is still highly playable, the High preset offers a better balance, providing 150 FPS with a modest reduction in visual fidelity. However, the Medium preset at 4K offers a significant performance boost to 227 FPS, which is a 51% increase over Ultra, making it the best choice for those who prioritize frame rate over maximum visual quality on a 4K panel.

At 2560x1440, the situation is more nuanced. The Ultra preset averages 217 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate gaming. The High preset provides nearly identical performance at 221 FPS, making it a sensible choice if it offers any additional visual benefits. The Medium preset jumps to 265 FPS, and the Low preset reaches 287 FPS. Given that the difference between High and Ultra is minimal (4 FPS), the High preset is recommended for 1440p as it provides the best visual experience without a meaningful performance cost.

For 1080p users, the frame rates are so high that the choice of preset is less critical. The Ultra preset still delivers 242 FPS, which is more than enough for any current high-refresh-rate monitor. The High preset offers 246 FPS, and the Medium preset hits 296 FPS. The Low preset reaches a peak of 320 FPS. Since the difference between Ultra and High is negligible (4 FPS), the Ultra preset is the recommended choice for 1080p, as it provides the highest visual quality while still exceeding the refresh rate of virtually all gaming monitors. Ultimately, the Medium preset at 1080p offers the best compromise if users want to maximize frame rate headroom, but the system is powerful enough to run the game at its highest settings without issue.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 290 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the top 10% of all configurations, which reflects its exceptional performance. The high ranking is driven primarily by the GPU, which is one of the most powerful available. The data confirms that this is a top-tier system for this title, capable of delivering an elite gaming experience.

The RTX 5090's benchmark scores reinforce its position at the top of the performance hierarchy. Its Passmark G3D score of 39650 is well above the average, and its percentile ranking of 92 versus all GPUs indicates it outperforms the vast majority of graphics cards. The CPU, while not the primary driver of performance in this game, is also a strong performer. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has an average benchmark score of 44573 and sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. In terms of rivals, the CPU is closely matched with the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, which has an average score of 44466, a delta of just 0.2%. This suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor and is well-suited to pair with the RTX 5090.

The ranking also reflects the efficiency of the pairing. The CPU's high L3 cache of 96 MB (shared) is beneficial for gaming, and its low TDP of 65 W means it runs cool and efficiently, allowing the GPU to operate without thermal constraints from the CPU. This combination of a top-tier GPU and a high-performing, efficient CPU results in a system that is not only fast but also well-balanced, justifying its high rank among the 2887 tested combos. The data strongly indicates that users with this setup will have a premium experience in Inside.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is heavily dependent on GPU throughput. At 1080p with High settings, the average FPS is 246. At 1440p, this drops to 221 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 150 FPS. This represents a 39% decrease in performance when moving from 1080p to 4K, which is a substantial drop that is entirely attributable to the increased pixel count.

This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, with Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 296 at 1080p to 265 at 1440p, and then to 227 at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is 38 FPS, which is more significant than the 31 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p. This non-linear scaling is typical of GPU-bound workloads, where the rendering cost increases exponentially with resolution.

The data strongly indicates that the CPU is not the limiting component in this scenario. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat across resolutions, as the CPU's workload does not change significantly with resolution. Instead, the frame rates drop consistently as resolution increases, which is a clear sign that the GPU is being tasked with more work. The RTX 5090's performance is so high that it remains capable of delivering playable frame rates even at 4K, but the scaling shows that the GPU is the primary performance ceiling. For users seeking the absolute highest frame rates, 1080p or 1440p is the sweet spot, while 4K still provides a very smooth experience, with the Medium preset offering a particularly good balance of quality and speed.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance across all resolution and settings combinations. The following breakdown details the exact numbers for each configuration.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: The average FPS is 320, representing the highest performance level achievable at this resolution.
• Medium: The average FPS is 296, with a minimum of 251 and a maximum of 340. This shows excellent consistency.
• High: The average FPS is 246, indicating a solid step down from the Medium preset.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 242, which is nearly identical to the High preset, suggesting diminishing returns in performance cost at this resolution.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: The average FPS is 287, a slight decrease from 1080p but still exceptionally high.
• Medium: The average FPS is 265, with a minimum of 225 and a maximum of 305. This preset offers a strong balance of performance and visual quality.
• High: The average FPS is 221, which is a notable drop from the Medium preset.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 217, showing that the performance difference between High and Ultra is minimal (4 FPS).

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: The average FPS is 246, which is remarkably high for 4K and matches the 1080p High preset result.
• Medium: The average FPS is 227, with a minimum of 193 and a maximum of 261. This is the most balanced preset for 4K gaming.
• High: The average FPS is 150, a significant drop from the Medium preset.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 143, the lowest measured result but still comfortably playable.

The data shows a clear hierarchy, with the Low preset always offering the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra. The performance gap between Medium and High is often substantial, while the gap between High and Ultra is minimal. This suggests that the High preset may be the most efficient choice for visual quality, as it provides a noticeable improvement over Medium with a relatively small performance penalty compared to Ultra. The minimum FPS values for the Medium preset are also consistently high, indicating that the system maintains stable performance without significant frame drops.