Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a narrowly positioned result in Inside, a puzzle platformer that is far more forgiving on hardware than most modern releases. Benchmark data places this combination at rank 2654 out of 2887 tested combos, which puts it in the lower-mid tier of the database. The measured FPS figures reveal a system that can handle the game comfortably at lower settings, but it struggles to maintain high frame rates at higher presets. This analysis breaks down the numbers across resolutions and settings, using only the measured data available.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2654 out of 2887 places it in the 8th percentile of tested systems for this game, meaning roughly 92% of combinations deliver better average FPS. That sounds worse than it plays, because Inside is a side-scrolling puzzle platformer where 30 FPS is often acceptable and 60 FPS is smooth. The data shows the combo is capable of hitting 64 FPS at 4K Low, which is already above playable thresholds for this genre.

Looking at component-level rankings, the CPU sits in the 77th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 25005. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F at 24964 (0.2% slower), the Intel Core i7-11850H at 24935 (0.3% slower), and the Intel Core i7-13620H at 24911 (0.4% slower). On the other side, the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103, which is 0.4% higher. These deltas are tiny, indicating the 8400F is essentially on par with those chips. The GPU, however, is a different story. The Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186, 0.2% faster), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190, 0.5% faster), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192, 0.7% faster). The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% slower. This GPU is clearly the bottleneck in this pairing.

The combination of a mid-tier CPU with a low-tier integrated GPU creates a system where the CPU has plenty of headroom, but the GPU limits overall performance. In Inside, this manifests as a wide gap between Low and Ultra settings, where the GPU’s limited raw power becomes the deciding factor. The rank of 2654 reflects this imbalance, but the game’s low system requirements mean the practical experience is still playable at most settings.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated GPU based on the Panther Lake chip, using the Xe3-LPG architecture on a 3 nm process. Its base clock is 300 MHz, and the boost clock reaches 2400 MHz. The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster output units, along with 10 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. Floating-point performance is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS for FP32 and 12.29 TFLOPS for FP16 (2:1 ratio). The TDP is 25 W, which is extremely low for a GPU, and it draws power via the system, with no dedicated power connectors.

Memory is system-shared, meaning the GPU uses the same DDR5 memory as the CPU. The memory bandwidth is system-dependent, which is a critical limitation for gaming. In Inside, this shared memory architecture means the GPU competes with the CPU for bandwidth, but the game’s modest graphical demands keep this from becoming a severe issue. The GPU’s 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs is consistent with its integrated nature, and the measured FPS data reflects that.

In this specific game, the GPU’s role is to push pixels at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 141 FPS, which is high, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 30 FPS. The GPU’s boost clock of 2400 MHz helps at lower resolutions, but the lack of dedicated VRAM means higher resolutions and settings cause frame rate drops. The data shows the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing, as the CPU’s 77th percentile ranking suggests it could handle more demanding workloads than the GPU can deliver.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows clear scaling from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 141 at 1080p to 101 at 1440p, and then to 64 at 4K. That is a 54.6% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low. At Medium settings, the averages go from 113 at 1080p to 81 at 1440p, and 51 at 4K, a 54.9% drop. For High settings, the numbers are 70 at 1080p, 51 at 1440p, and 32 at 4K, a 54.3% reduction. Ultra settings show 67 at 1080p, 48 at 1440p, and 30 at 4K, a 55.2% drop.

The consistency of the percentage drop across settings (roughly 54-55%) indicates that the scaling is resolution-bound rather than settings-bound. This is typical of a GPU-limited scenario, where increasing pixel count has a proportional impact on frame rate. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has ample processing power for a puzzle platformer, so the frame rate drops are almost entirely attributable to the GPU’s rendering capabilities.

The pattern also shows that the gap between 1080p and 1440p is larger than the gap between 1440p and 4K in absolute terms. For example, at Low settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 40 FPS, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 37 FPS. This suggests that the GPU can still handle 1440p reasonably well, but 4K pushes it to its limits. At Ultra settings, the differences are smaller: 19 FPS from 1080p to 1440p, and 18 FPS from 1440p to 4K. This indicates that at higher settings, the GPU is already near its ceiling even at 1080p, so resolution scaling has less impact.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience. At 1080p, Medium settings deliver 113 FPS average with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. This is a smooth, consistent frame rate that exceeds the 60 FPS threshold for most players. High settings drop to 70 FPS, which is still playable, but the 43 FPS reduction from Medium is substantial. Ultra settings yield 67 FPS, which is close to High but with only a 3 FPS difference.

At 1440p, Medium settings produce 81 FPS average with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 93 FPS. This is the best balance between visual quality and performance at this resolution. High settings drop to 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS. Low settings hit 101 FPS, but the visual quality trade-off is significant.

At 4K, the situation changes. Medium settings achieve 51 FPS average with a minimum of 43 FPS and a maximum of 59 FPS. This is barely playable, and the minimum frame rate of 43 FPS could cause noticeable stutters in some scenes. High settings drop to 32 FPS, and Ultra falls to 30 FPS, both of which are below the playable threshold for most users. Low settings at 4K hit 64 FPS, which is the only preset that reaches a comfortable frame rate at this resolution.

The data suggests that Medium settings provide the best experience across all resolutions, offering a balance of visual fidelity and frame rate. At 1080p, Medium gives a 113 FPS average with a 96 FPS minimum, ensuring no dips below playable levels. At 1440p, Medium’s 81 FPS average with a 69 FPS minimum is still smooth. At 4K, Medium’s 51 FPS average is borderline, but the 43 FPS minimum might be acceptable for a slower-paced puzzle game. For players prioritizing frame rate, Low settings at 1080p (141 FPS) or 1440p (101 FPS) are the best choices, but Medium offers the best overall experience for visual quality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1080p Resolution:

• Low: 141 FPS average. This is the highest frame rate measured across all settings and resolutions, providing an extremely smooth experience.
• Medium: 113 FPS average, with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. The minimum frame rate is well above the 60 FPS target, making this a solid choice.
• High: 70 FPS average. This is a 38% drop from Medium, but it remains above the 60 FPS threshold.
• Ultra: 67 FPS average. The difference between High and Ultra is only 3 FPS, suggesting diminishing returns at the highest preset.

1440p Resolution:

• Low: 101 FPS average. This is a 28.4% drop from 1080p Low, but it remains a high frame rate.
• Medium: 81 FPS average, with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 93 FPS. The minimum frame rate is still above 60 FPS, making this a viable option.
• High: 51 FPS average. This falls below the 60 FPS target, but it is still playable for a puzzle platformer.
• Ultra: 48 FPS average. The gap between High and Ultra is only 3 FPS, similar to 1080p.

4K Resolution:

• Low: 64 FPS average. This is the only 4K preset that achieves a comfortable frame rate.
• Medium: 51 FPS average, with a minimum of 43 FPS and a maximum of 59 FPS. The minimum frame rate is concerning, as it could cause noticeable stutters.
• High: 32 FPS average. This is below the 30 FPS threshold for some players, making it a poor choice.
• Ultra: 30 FPS average. This is the lowest frame rate measured, and it is only suitable for players who prioritize visual fidelity over smoothness.

The data shows a clear pattern: each settings tier reduces frame rate by roughly 20-30% at a given resolution, and each resolution step reduces frame rate by approximately 30-50% at a given setting. The Medium preset consistently offers the best balance, with frame rates that are playable at all resolutions, though 4K Medium is borderline.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Inside?*

A: Based on the measured data, 1080p offers the highest frame rates across all settings, with Low hitting 141 FPS and Medium achieving 113 FPS. 1440p is also viable, with Medium at 81 FPS, but 4K is only playable at Low settings (64 FPS) or Medium (51 FPS).

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 1186 (0.2% faster), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1190 (0.5% faster), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1192 (0.7% faster). The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% slower.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: The GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25005, while the Intel Arc B370 ranks in the 5th percentile among GPUs, with a score of 1184. The frame rate drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with GPU-bound performance.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and High settings?

A: At 1080p, Medium averages 113 FPS while High averages 70 FPS, a difference of 43 FPS. At 1440p, Medium averages 81 FPS and High averages 51 FPS, a difference of 30 FPS. At 4K, Medium averages 51 FPS and High averages 32 FPS, a difference of 19 FPS.

Q: Does the combo maintain a minimum frame rate above 60 FPS at any setting?

A: Yes, at 1080p Medium, the minimum frame rate is 96 FPS, and at 1080p Low, the average is 141 FPS with no minimum reported below that. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 69 FPS, which is also above 60 FPS. No other settings or resolutions have a minimum frame rate above 60 FPS.

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

A: The combo ranks 2654 out of 2887 tested combinations, placing it in the lower 8% of systems in the database for this game. This rank reflects the GPU’s low percentile ranking, despite the CPU’s relatively strong performance.