Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination delivers exceptional performance in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited at lower resolutions but becomes more balanced as the workload shifts to 4K. With average frame rates ranging from 117 FPS at 4K Ultra to 378 FPS at 1080p Low, this setup provides a flawless experience for the game’s demanding visual style, which relies on precise lighting and shadow effects to create its oppressive atmosphere.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform and is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. The chip has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, with a TDP of 105 W. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5, running through a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

For a game like Inside, which is a 2D side-scrolling puzzle platformer, the CPU demands are relatively light compared to modern 3D titles. The benchmark results show that the processor’s multi-threaded capabilities are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15236 and a single-core score of 1965. The 3DMark tests reveal scaling from 2028 in the 2-thread test to 6845 in the max-threads test, indicating that the chip efficiently utilizes additional cores. The Passmark single-thread score of 4135 is particularly relevant for game logic and physics calculations, which often rely on a few fast cores.

The Ryzen 5 7600X sits at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27636. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-12600K, both with an average score of 27578, representing a delta of just 0.2%. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE is slightly higher at 27712 (-0.3% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535 (0.4% delta). These figures show that the 7600X is in a tightly contested performance bracket, but its high single-thread performance ensures that it will not be a bottleneck in Inside at any resolution.

Given that the measured frame rates at 1080p reach up to 378 FPS on Low settings, the CPU must be able to feed the GPU with draw calls and game state updates fast enough. The data suggests it does so without issue, as the frame rates scale consistently with GPU load rather than showing CPU-related stutters or plateaus. The processor’s 12 threads are more than sufficient for the game’s threading model, and the high boost clock of 5.30 GHz provides the low-latency response needed for the game’s precise character movement and puzzle mechanics.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, using the AD103 chip manufactured on a 5 nm process. It features 8448 shading units, 264 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. The GPU has 66 ray tracing cores and 264 tensor cores, enabling full DirectX 12 Ultimate support. Clock speeds are set to a base of 2340 MHz and a boost of 2610 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz, effective 21 Gbps.

The card is equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. This large memory pool is far more than Inside requires, as the game’s art style uses simple geometry with complex lighting and particle effects. The GPU’s pixel rate of 250.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 689.0 GTexel/s indicate that it can handle the game’s rendering pipeline with ease, even at 4K resolution.

In benchmark tests, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER achieves a Passmark G3D score of 31811 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5569. Its percentile ranking among all GPUs is 76th, with an average benchmark score of 31087. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 with a score of 31206 (-0.4% delta), the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q at 31220 (-0.4% delta), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell at 31532 (-1.4% delta), and the NVIDIA TITAN RTX at 31676 (-1.9% delta). These comparisons show that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is positioned just below the top-tier workstation and enthusiast cards, but it is more than adequate for a game from 2016.

The GPU’s role in Inside is to render the game’s distinctive silhouette-based visuals and dynamic lighting. The high boost clock of 2610 MHz ensures that the GPU can quickly process the game’s shader effects, which include volumetric fog and subtle color grading. The measured frame rates show that the GPU is the primary limiter at 4K, where the Ultra preset drops to 117 FPS, while at 1080p the same preset achieves 258 FPS. This indicates that the card’s raw compute power is being fully utilized at higher resolutions, while at lower resolutions the frame rate is capped by the game’s engine or CPU performance.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions. At 1080p, the average frame rates range from 258 FPS on Ultra to 378 FPS on Low. Moving to 1440p, these figures drop to 186 FPS on Ultra and 339 FPS on Low. At 4K, the range narrows to 117 FPS on Ultra and 245 FPS on Low.

The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is significant. For the Ultra preset, the frame rate falls from 258 FPS to 117 FPS, a reduction of approximately 55%. For the Low preset, the drop is from 378 FPS to 245 FPS, a reduction of about 35%. This disparity suggests that at 1080p, the system is partly CPU-limited or engine-limited, as the GPU has headroom to render more frames than the game can produce. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as the pixel throughput demands increase dramatically.

The Medium preset provides the most telling data, as it includes both minimum and maximum frame rates. At 1080p, the Medium preset averages 349 FPS with a minimum of 297 FPS and a maximum of 402 FPS. At 1440p, the average is 312 FPS with a minimum of 265 FPS and a maximum of 359 FPS. At 4K, the average drops to 196 FPS with a minimum of 167 FPS and a maximum of 226 FPS. The consistency of the minimum and maximum values across resolutions indicates that the frame pacing remains stable, with no sudden spikes or drops that would suggest CPU bottlenecks.

This scaling behavior indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting component at 4K, while the Ryzen 5 7600X is sufficient to keep up at lower resolutions. The game’s low system requirements mean that even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains a frame rate well above the 60 FPS threshold, making it a smooth experience on any display. The data suggests that players with high-refresh-rate 1080p or 1440p monitors will see the greatest benefit, as the system can push frame rates beyond 300 FPS in most settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable with this hardware in Inside?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 378 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 117 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the frame rates are high but the scaling from Low to Ultra is less than at 4K, suggesting the game engine or CPU limits the maximum frame rate, while the GPU has spare capacity.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 339 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 186 FPS, a difference of 153 FPS.

Q: Does the system maintain stable frame pacing?

A: The Medium preset data shows consistent minimum and maximum frame rates across all resolutions, with the minimum being 167 FPS at 4K, indicating stable performance without major dips.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combination ranks 306th out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 8.2% of all configurations in the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates are presented below, organized by resolution and settings preset.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 378 FPS average
• Medium: 349 FPS average (minimum 297 FPS, maximum 402 FPS)
• High: 271 FPS average
• Ultra: 258 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 339 FPS average
• Medium: 312 FPS average (minimum 265 FPS, maximum 359 FPS)
• High: 195 FPS average
• Ultra: 186 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 245 FPS average
• Medium: 196 FPS average (minimum 167 FPS, maximum 226 FPS)
• High: 123 FPS average
• Ultra: 117 FPS average

The data shows that the Medium preset consistently offers a balance between visual quality and performance, with frame rates that are always above 167 FPS even at 4K. The High and Ultra presets at 4K drop below 123 FPS, but they still provide a smooth experience. The Low preset at 1080p achieves the highest frame rate of 378 FPS, likely limited by the game’s engine rather than the hardware.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the Medium preset provides the best overall experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, it averages 349 FPS with a minimum of 297 FPS, ensuring that even the most demanding scenes remain above the refresh rate of high-end monitors. At 1440p, the Medium preset averages 312 FPS, which is still exceptionally smooth and provides a significant visual improvement over Low. At 4K, the Medium preset averages 196 FPS, which is a 67% improvement over the Ultra preset’s 117 FPS, while offering most of the visual fidelity.

For players with a 4K display, the High preset is a viable alternative, averaging 123 FPS. This provides a better visual experience than Medium while remaining above the 120 FPS threshold for high-refresh-rate displays. The Ultra preset, while visually the most detailed, drops to 117 FPS at 4K, which is only marginally below High and may not be worth the performance cost.

The Low preset is only recommended for competitive play or for achieving the absolute maximum frame rate, as it reaches 378 FPS at 1080p. However, given that the game is a single-player puzzle platformer with no competitive multiplayer, the visual quality of Medium or High is preferable. The data shows that the system is powerful enough to run the game at maximum settings at 1080p and 1440p without any issues, so players should prioritize visual fidelity at those resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 306th out of 3716 tested combos in Inside. This places the system in the top 8.2% of all configurations, indicating that it is a high-performing setup for this game.

The high rank is expected given the hardware’s specifications. The Ryzen 5 7600X’s strong single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Passmark single-thread score of 4135, ensures that the game’s logic and physics run without delays. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s 16 GB of VRAM and 672.3 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for the game’s textures and effects, even at 4K resolution.

While the combo ranks highly, it is not in the top 100, which would likely be occupied by newer or more expensive hardware such as the RTX 4090 or Ryzen 7 7800X3D. However, the measured frame rates show that this system delivers a flawless experience in Inside, with no resolution or settings combination dropping below 117 FPS. The rank reflects the system’s overall capability, and the data indicates that it is a well-balanced pairing for this game, with the GPU being the primary limiter at 4K and the CPU providing ample headroom at lower resolutions.