Inside

Inside is a puzzle platformer with modest visual demands, yet the measured data for the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions. The frame rates are consistently high, but the relationship between CPU, GPU, and settings tells a clear story about where this pairing excels and where its limits appear. This analysis focuses solely on the measured FPS figures and the hardware specifications provided.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 279.2 FPS at 1920x1080 to 202.1 FPS at 2560x1440, then to 127.1 FPS at 3840x2160. That represents a 28% reduction moving to 1440p and a 54% reduction moving to 4K, relative to 1080p. At Medium settings, the drop is similar: 221.2 FPS at 1080p, 157 FPS at 1440p, and 99.9 FPS at 4K. The High preset shows 140.5 FPS at 1080p, 98 FPS at 1440p, and 65.5 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings follow the same pattern, going from 131 FPS at 1080p down to 94.9 FPS at 1440p and 60.8 FPS at 4K.

This scaling pattern indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is large, but the gap between 1440p and 4K is even more pronounced in absolute terms. For example, at Ultra settings, the difference between 1080p and 1440p is 36.1 FPS, while the difference between 1440p and 4K is 34.1 FPS. The frame rate at 4K Ultra (60.8 FPS) is just barely above the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that this combination is at its practical ceiling for high-refresh-rate gaming at that resolution. At 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU’s single-thread performance likely becomes more relevant, but the data shows the GPU still handles the load well.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 7600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. Its benchmark scores are strong for gaming: the Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3406, and the multi-core score is 24128. The 3DMark single-thread score is 1060, while the 8-thread score is 5715. These numbers indicate a processor that can handle the logical and physics workloads of a puzzle platformer without breaking a sweat.

In the context of Inside, the CPU’s role is likely secondary to the GPU, given the game’s relatively simple geometry and lack of complex AI. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (279.2 FPS) suggests that the CPU can push frame rates far beyond what most displays can show. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 2028 and 4-thread score of 3796 show that even modest thread counts are well-served. The processor’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth provide ample headroom for this game’s data streaming needs. Compared to its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database, the Ryzen 5 7600X sits within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X (deltaPct 0.2) and 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U (deltaPct -0.1), but those differences are negligible for gaming. The 83rd percentile ranking against all CPUs confirms that this is a top-tier part for the task.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 5700 XT is built on the RDNA 1.0 architecture with a Navi 10 chip, manufactured on TSMC’s 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1605 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 121.9 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 304.8 GTexel/s, which are more than sufficient for a side-scrolling platformer.

The GPU’s memory capacity and bandwidth are the key factors in the resolution scaling seen in the data. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 60.8, which is close to the 60 FPS target but not comfortably above it. The 8 GB VRAM is not a bottleneck at any measured setting, as the game’s textures are unlikely to exceed that capacity at 4K. The GPU’s FP32 performance of 9.754 TFLOPS is moderate by modern standards, but it is clearly enough to drive 279.2 FPS at 1080p Low. The GPU’s percentile ranking of 68th against all GPUs places it in the mid-to-upper tier, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (deltaPct 0.6). These comparisons show that the RX 5700 XT is competitive with much newer mobile parts, though it lacks ray tracing cores and other modern features.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data shows that the Ultra preset is the most demanding, with frame rates dropping to 60.8 FPS at 4K and 94.9 FPS at 1440p. At 1080p, Ultra still delivers a solid 131 FPS, which is smooth for most displays. The High preset offers a better balance: 65.5 FPS at 4K, 98 FPS at 1440p, and 140.5 FPS at 1080p. The jump from High to Ultra costs about 4.7 FPS at 4K, 3.1 FPS at 1440p, and 9.5 FPS at 1080p, which is a small price for the visual upgrade.

For most users, the High preset is the sweet spot. It keeps the frame rate above 60 FPS at 4K and provides a 140+ FPS experience at 1080p. The Medium preset is also viable if you prefer higher frame rates over visual fidelity: it delivers 127.1 FPS at 4K, 157 FPS at 1440p, and 221.2 FPS at 1080p. The Low preset is only worth considering for competitive play or extremely high refresh rates, as it hits 279.2 FPS at 1080p but sacrifices visual quality. The data suggests that High is the best overall choice for this hardware, as it provides near-Ultra visuals without the performance penalty.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K with 60+ FPS?

A: Yes, but only on the High preset, which averages 65.5 FPS at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset drops to 60.8 FPS, which is just barely above the threshold.

Q: What is the fastest setting at 1080p?

A: The Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 279.2 FPS. Medium follows at 221.2 FPS, High at 140.5 FPS, and Ultra at 131 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 140.5 to 98, a reduction of 42.5 FPS. At Ultra, it drops from 131 to 94.9, a reduction of 36.1 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. Frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, while the CPU’s high single-thread scores suggest it has ample headroom.

Q: Does the RX 5700 XT’s 8 GB VRAM cause issues at 4K?

A: No, the measured frame rates at 4K are not limited by VRAM capacity. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is sufficient for the game’s demands.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600X compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600X scores within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U in average benchmark scores, making them functionally equivalent for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the Low preset produces an average of 279.2 FPS, which is the highest recorded across all resolution and settings combinations. Medium settings yield 221.2 FPS, High settings produce 140.5 FPS, and Ultra settings deliver 131 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra at 1080p is 9.5 FPS, which is noticeable but not game-breaking.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 202.1 FPS, while Medium reaches 157 FPS. High settings produce 98 FPS, and Ultra drops to 94.9 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 1440p is 59 FPS, which is substantial and suggests that the High preset is where the GPU starts to work harder.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 127.1 FPS, Medium hits 99.9 FPS, High delivers 65.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 60.8 FPS. The difference between Low and Medium at 4K is 27.2 FPS, while the difference between High and Ultra is only 4.7 FPS. This indicates that the Ultra preset is not worth the performance cost at 4K, as it provides minimal gains over High while pushing the frame rate dangerously close to the 60 FPS line.

Overall, the measured data shows a system that is overkill for 1080p gaming, comfortable at 1440p, and playable at 4K with settings adjustments. The Ryzen 5 7600X provides ample CPU performance, while the RX 5700 XT’s capabilities are best utilized at 1440p High or 4K High. This pairing is a capable choice for Inside, offering smooth gameplay across all tested configurations.