Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT delivers exceptional performance in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The measured data shows this combination achieves high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, positioning it in the top tier of tested configurations. This analysis breaks down how the system scales across resolutions, the specific roles of the CPU and GPU, and provides recommendations based on the benchmark results.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data reveals a clear and consistent scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system produces 189 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same High preset drops this to 162.2 FPS, a reduction of approximately 26.8 FPS. At 3840x2160, the High preset yields 101.1 FPS, representing a substantial 46.5% decrease from the 1080p result. This scaling indicates that the GPU becomes an increasingly significant factor at higher resolutions.

The Low preset shows the most dramatic scaling. At 1080p Low, the system hits 243.5 FPS. This falls to 220.8 FPS at 1440p, and then to 188 FPS at 4K. The 4K Low result is 22.8% lower than the 1080p Low figure. This pattern suggests that even at the lowest settings, the resolution increase still imposes a measurable load on the rendering pipeline, with the gap between 1440p and 4K being particularly pronounced.

Medium and Ultra presets follow the same trend. Medium delivers 225.8 FPS at 1080p, 202 FPS at 1440p, and 162.4 FPS at 4K. Ultra produces 183.1 FPS at 1080p, 154 FPS at 1440p, and 99.5 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset at 4K shows the largest relative drop from 1080p, falling by 45.7%. This indicates that at the highest settings, the combination of resolution and graphical complexity pushes the GPU harder, while the CPU remains less constrained.

The data shows that the limiting component shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the high frame rates across all settings suggest the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, but the GPU still has headroom. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as evidenced by the larger frame rate penalties. The RX 9070 XT, with its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth, handles the increased pixel workload, but the scaling from 1440p to 4K remains steep. This is typical for a title where the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the dominant factors at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a Zen 2 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz, boosting up to 4.40 GHz. For a puzzle platformer like Inside, the CPU's role is primarily to manage game logic, physics, and draw calls, which are not typically as demanding as in large open-world titles. The benchmark results indicate the CPU is well-suited for this task.

The CPU's multithreaded performance is solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19087 and a single-core score of 2694. In the context of this game, the single-core performance is often more relevant, as Inside is not a heavily threaded title. The 3700X's single-core capabilities are adequate to maintain high frame rates, as evidenced by the 1080p Low result of 243.5 FPS. This suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions where the GPU has more headroom.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the 3700X sits close to the Intel Core i5-12600, with an average benchmark score of 28631 versus 28654 for the Intel part, a negligible delta of -0.1%. It also matches closely with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, which scores 28591, a 0.1% delta. This proximity in synthetic benchmarks suggests that for CPU-bound scenarios, the 3700X performs on par with these alternatives. In Inside, the CPU is likely not the bottleneck at any resolution, as the frame rates are consistently high, even at 1080p where CPU load is typically greatest.

The 3700X's 32 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are sufficient for this game's data requirements. The processor's 65 W TDP indicates efficient power usage, but this is not a primary factor in frame rate generation. The data shows the CPU provides a stable foundation, allowing the GPU to deliver high frame rates without being starved of data.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is the dominant component in this pairing. Based on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, it features 4096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs. Its boost clock reaches 2970 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz. The 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth, which is critical for high-resolution rendering.

The GPU's raw compute power is substantial, with an FP32 throughput of 48.66 TFLOPS. In Inside, this translates to high frame rates even at 4K Ultra, where it achieves 99.5 FPS. The GPU's pixel rate of 380.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 760.3 GTexel/s are more than sufficient for this game's relatively simple visuals, which feature a monochromatic palette and limited draw distance. The benchmark data shows the GPU is the primary driver of performance, particularly at higher resolutions.

The RX 9070 XT's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon Pro 575 and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile, with average scores of 39703 and 39568 respectively, showing deltas of -0.1% and 0.2%. This indicates the RX 9070 XT is positioned in a specific performance tier. However, its actual gaming performance in Inside is excellent, as the game is not graphically intensive by modern standards.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is more than adequate for Inside, which is a low-texture game. This means VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor at any resolution. The memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s allows for efficient data transfer, which is evident in the smooth scaling from 1080p to 4K. The GPU's ability to maintain over 100 FPS at 4K High demonstrates its strength, and the data suggests that for this title, the GPU is the component that defines the performance ceiling.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 243.5 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system delivers an average of 99.5 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: The data shows high frame rates at 1080p (up to 243.5 FPS), suggesting the GPU is not fully saturated and the CPU can keep up, making the GPU the likely limiting factor even at lower resolutions.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset yields 220.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields 154 FPS, a difference of 66.8 FPS.

Q: Does the RX 9070 XT's 16 GB VRAM affect performance in this game?

A: No, Inside is a low-texture game, and the 16 GB VRAM is far more than required, so VRAM capacity does not impact the measured frame rates.

Q: How does the CPU's single-core performance relate to the game's results?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2694, which is adequate to prevent CPU bottlenecks, as seen in the high frame rates at 1080p Low.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X + AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT combination ranks 714th out of 1671 tested combos in Inside. This places it in the upper-middle tier of the database. While the rank is not in the top percentile, it is important to consider the context. The rank is out of 1671 combinations, meaning this setup outperforms 957 other configurations. The ranking is likely influenced by the fact that Inside is not a demanding game, and many higher-end CPUs and GPUs can achieve similar frame rates, making the differences between them less pronounced.

The combination's performance is strong, but the rank suggests that there are many other combos that can deliver comparable or better results. This is partly due to the game's age and low system requirements. The CPU's percentile vs all CPUs is 85, indicating it is in the top 15% of processors. The GPU's percentile vs all GPUs is 82, placing it in the top 18%. These individual rankings are high, but the combined rank in this specific game reflects the fact that Inside does not heavily stress either component.

In practical terms, the rank indicates that this combo is well above average for this game. The measured frame rates, particularly the 101.1 FPS at 4K High, are excellent. The rank of 714 out of 1671 puts it in the 57th percentile of tested combos, which is respectable for a system with a 2019-era CPU and a 2025-era GPU. The data shows that the combo is balanced, with neither component severely bottlenecking the other in this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution target and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. At 1920x1080, all settings provide high frame rates, but the Low preset delivers 243.5 FPS, which is ideal for users with high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset at 225.8 FPS is also excellent and offers better visuals. For most users at 1080p, the Medium or High preset is recommended, as High still achieves 189 FPS, which is well above the 144 Hz threshold for most monitors.

At 2560x1440, the High preset yields 162.2 FPS, which is smooth and suitable for 144 Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 154 FPS is also viable, offering the best visual quality with a negligible frame rate penalty. The Low preset at 220.8 FPS is available for those seeking maximum frame rates, but it is not necessary given the high performance of the High and Ultra presets. For 1440p, the High preset is recommended as a balanced choice, with Ultra being a good option if visual fidelity is prioritized.

At 3840x2160, the High preset delivers 101.1 FPS, which is above 60 FPS and suitable for 4K gaming. The Ultra preset at 99.5 FPS is nearly identical in performance, offering better visuals for a minimal frame rate cost. The Medium preset at 162.4 FPS is an option for higher refresh rates, but the visual difference between Medium and High may be noticeable. For 4K, the High preset is recommended as the best balance, as it provides a smooth experience while maintaining good graphical quality. The Ultra preset is also viable, as the 2 FPS difference is negligible. The Low preset at 4K (188 FPS) is unnecessary given the high performance of higher settings. Overall, the data supports using High or Ultra settings across all resolutions, with the choice depending on the user's preference for frame rate headroom versus maximum visual fidelity.