Inside

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (launch MSRP $279) paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (launch MSRP 1,999 USD) delivers exceptional performance in Inside, ranking 7th out of 1,671 tested combos. The data shows this combination sustains triple-digit frame rates even at 4K Ultra, with a measured average of 148.1 FPS. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across resolutions and settings, examines the CPU and GPU roles, and provides settings recommendations based on the benchmark results.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K Ultra?

A: The combo achieves 148.1 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 9600X has an average benchmark score of 28,246, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel Core i5-13490F and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 230, but 0.4% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 5090 features 1.79 TB/s of memory bandwidth across a 512-bit bus with 32 GB of GDDR7 VRAM.

Q: What is the combo's rank in this game?

A: It ranks 7th out of 1,671 tested combos, placing it in the top 0.4% of all configurations.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded?

A: The highest measured average is 420.7 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock?

A: The Ryzen 5 9600X has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz and a base clock of 3.90 GHz.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB202 chip, featuring 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs. Its memory subsystem is substantial: 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus delivers 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, while the base clock runs at 2017 MHz and the boost clock at 2407 MHz. These specifications align with the measured frame rates in Inside. At 4K Ultra, the combo still produces 148.1 FPS, and at 4K Low it reaches 303.6 FPS. The GPU's high memory bandwidth and capacity are consistent with the ability to maintain high frame rates across all settings, even at the demanding 3840x2160 resolution. The RTX 5090's average benchmark score of 84,306 places it in the 94th percentile of all GPUs, and it sits 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D and 0.2% ahead of the RTX 5050 Mobile in average score. The data indicates that the GPU is not a limiting factor in this game; rather, it provides headroom that allows the CPU to drive extremely high frame rates at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 7 out of 1,671 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the top 0.4% of all configurations, a result driven by both components' strong benchmark standings. The CPU holds an 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 28,246. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13490F (28,173, 0.3% lower), the AMD Ryzen 5 230 (28,164, 0.3% lower), the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (28,369, 0.4% higher), and the Intel Core i5-14500T (28,377, 0.5% higher). The GPU, meanwhile, sits in the 94th percentile with an average score of 84,306, outperforming the RTX 5090 D by 0.1% and the RTX 5050 Mobile by 0.2%, while trailing the NVIDIA CMP 40HX by 1.6%. The synergy between a top-tier CPU and a flagship GPU yields a combo that is not only among the fastest for this game but also demonstrates that both components contribute to the overall performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings, providing a comprehensive view of performance. The table below lists all 12 measured averages.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 152.9 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 303.6 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 243.3 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 148.1 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 241.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 377.0 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 345.6 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 230.2 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 319.8 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 420.7 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 388.8 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 315.4 |

At 1080p, the combo exceeds 300 FPS on every preset, with Low reaching 420.7 FPS. Moving to 1440p, all settings remain above 230 FPS, and even at 4K, the lowest average is 148.1 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Ultra and High is small at each resolution—for example, at 4K, High delivers 152.9 FPS versus 148.1 FPS for Ultra, a difference of only 4.8 FPS. Medium and Low settings provide significantly higher frame rates, with 4K Medium at 243.3 FPS and 4K Low at 303.6 FPS. These results indicate that the combo is capable of running Inside at maximum settings with high refresh rates, and that lower settings unlock even higher performance for competitive or high-Hz displays.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge) on a 4 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Its benchmark scores are strong: Cinebench R23 multi-core reaches 25,525, single-core 3,603; Geekbench multi-core 15,182, single-core 3,363; and 3DMark single-thread 1,253. The CPU's single-thread performance is particularly relevant for a puzzle platformer like Inside, which typically relies on a few threads for game logic and physics. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (420.7 FPS) suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower settings, as the frame rate is far above typical display refresh rates. Even at 4K Ultra, the CPU maintains 148.1 FPS, indicating that it can feed the GPU adequately. The CPU's average benchmark score of 28,246 places it 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13490F and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 230, while trailing the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS by 0.4% and the Intel Core i5-14500T by 0.5%. These margins are small, but the CPU's high single-thread scores and 5.40 GHz boost clock contribute to the overall responsiveness of the combo.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice for the best visual experience without sacrificing playability. At 1080p, Ultra delivers 315.4 FPS, which is only 4.4 FPS lower than High (319.8 FPS) but offers the highest graphical fidelity. At 1440p, Ultra yields 230.2 FPS, still well above 144 Hz, and at 4K it maintains 148.1 FPS, which is suitable for high-refresh 4K displays. The difference between Ultra and High is minimal across all resolutions—at 4K, the gap is just 4.8 FPS—so there is little reason to drop to High. For users who prioritize maximum frame rates, Medium provides a substantial boost: 388.8 FPS at 1080p, 345.6 FPS at 1440p, and 243.3 FPS at 4K. Low settings push even higher, but the visual trade-off is significant. Given that Ultra already exceeds 144 FPS at 1440p and 60 FPS at 4K, the data supports using Ultra for the full experience. If a display with a 240 Hz refresh rate is used at 1080p, Medium or Low can be selected to approach or exceed that threshold, but Ultra remains a strong option.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals how the workload scales with resolution. For Ultra settings, the average FPS falls from 315.4 at 1080p to 148.1 at 4K, a reduction of 53%. High settings show a similar pattern: 319.8 to 152.9, a 52% drop. Medium settings drop from 388.8 to 243.3, a 37% decrease, while Low settings drop from 420.7 to 303.6, a 28% reduction. The larger percentage drops at higher settings indicate that the GPU becomes increasingly the limiting factor as resolution and graphical load increase. At Low settings, the smaller drop suggests that the CPU or other system components are more likely to cap performance, since the GPU has less work to do. This scaling behavior is typical for a high-end GPU paired with a strong CPU: at 1080p Low, the CPU can push frame rates beyond 400 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, the GPU's rendering load dominates. The data shows that the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for Inside, as even the most demanding preset at 4K remains above 148 FPS. The combo's ability to maintain high frame rates across all resolutions and settings underscores its top-tier status, ranking 7th out of 1,671 tested configurations.