Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B390 combination delivers a playable experience in Inside, but the data reveals a strict ceiling at higher resolutions and a clear dependency on the graphics processor. With a combo rank of 2547 out of 2887 tested configurations, this pairing sits in the lower percentile, yet it manages to produce respectable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p when settings are moderated. The benchmark results indicate that the Intel Arc B390 is the primary limiting factor, as the CPU’s substantial multi-threaded capabilities are left largely underutilized in this puzzle platformer.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a dramatic performance drop as resolution increases, a pattern that clearly identifies the GPU as the bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 156 FPS, which is more than double the 70 FPS recorded at 4K with the same Low preset. This scaling behavior—a 55% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160—indicates that the rendering workload is heavily taxing the Intel Arc B390’s limited pixel throughput. The GPU’s pixel rate is rated at 60.00 GPixel/s, and at 4K, the sheer number of pixels being processed overwhelms this capability.

The trend continues across all settings. For instance, at Medium settings, the average FPS falls from 125 at 1080p to 90 at 1440p, and then to 56 at 4K. This represents a 55% drop from 1080p to 4K, consistent with the Low preset’s scaling. At High settings, the numbers are 78 FPS at 1080p, 56 at 1440p, and 35 at 4K, showing a 55% decline as well. The uniformity of this percentage drop across different quality presets strongly suggests that the resolution itself, rather than the specific graphical features, is the dominant factor in performance degradation.

Interestingly, the Ultra preset shows the smallest absolute difference between 1080p and 4K, with averages of 74 and 34 FPS respectively, a 54% reduction. This is slightly less steep than the other settings, but the absolute values are already low, with 4K Ultra averaging just 34 FPS. The data implies that at 4K, the GPU is operating at its absolute limit regardless of settings, as the difference between Low (70 FPS) and Ultra (34 FPS) is only a factor of two, whereas at 1080p the same settings span from 156 to 74 FPS, also a factor of two. The resolution scaling analysis leads to the conclusion that this combo is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved only for the lowest quality presets if a smooth experience is desired.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390, built on the Xe3-LPG architecture, plays the decisive role in this game’s performance. Its specifications paint a picture of an entry-level integrated graphics solution: 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output units. The boost clock of 2500 MHz is reasonably high, but the memory configuration is a critical weakness. The VRAM is listed as "System Shared," with bandwidth described as "System Dependent." This means the GPU relies on the CPU’s DDR4 memory, which is dual-channel with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. For a game like Inside, which has a relatively simple visual style, this shared memory arrangement appears to be sufficient for 1080p, but it struggles to maintain frame rates at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth demands increase.

The GPU’s benchmark score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is 1482, placing it at the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (score 1463, delta 1.3%) and the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (score 1460, delta 1.5%), are clearly legacy parts, indicating the B390’s modest standing. Despite this, the GPU manages to push Inside to 156 FPS at 1080p Low, which shows that the game is not particularly demanding on graphics hardware. The 7.680 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is more than adequate for the game’s 2D side-scrolling perspective, but the pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s becomes the limiting factor as resolution climbs.

The data suggests that the GPU’s clock speeds are not the issue; rather, it is the memory subsystem and the overall pixel fill rate that constrain performance. The fact that the FPS drops proportionally with resolution—rather than being bottlenecked by CPU threading—confirms that the Arc B390 is the component holding back the combo. In contrast, the CPU’s performance metrics, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655, are far above what this game requires, making the GPU the unequivocal weak link in this pairing.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal balance between visual quality and performance is achieved at Medium settings for most resolutions. At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 125 FPS with a minimum of 106 FPS and a maximum of 144 FPS. This is a highly playable range, and the minimum frame rate ensures no noticeable stutters. The Low preset at 1080p offers 156 FPS, but the visual fidelity reduction is likely not worth the extra 31 FPS, given that 125 FPS is already well above the refresh rate of most monitors.

At 1440p, the Medium preset stands out as the sweet spot. It delivers an average of 90 FPS, with a minimum of 76 FPS and a maximum of 103 FPS. This is a significant improvement over High settings, which average 56 FPS, and it maintains a frame rate that is smooth enough for the game’s deliberate pacing. The Low preset at 1440p reaches 112 FPS, but again, the jump from Medium to Low sacrifices visual details that enhance the game’s atmospheric lighting and shadows. For 1440p users, Medium is the recommended choice because it keeps the average above 60 FPS while providing a richer visual experience.

For 4K, the situation is more challenging. The Medium preset averages 56 FPS, which is technically playable but may feel inconsistent due to the minimum of 48 FPS. The Low preset averages 70 FPS, which is smoother, but the game’s art style benefits from higher-quality textures and effects. Given that the Ultra preset at 4K averages only 34 FPS, it is not a viable option. The data suggests that 4K gaming with this combo requires a compromise: Low settings for a consistent experience or Medium for better visuals at the cost of some frame rate stability. The High and Ultra presets at 4K, with averages of 35 and 34 FPS respectively, are effectively unplayable for a smooth experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B390 configuration ranks 2547 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the bottom 12% of all configurations, a reflection of the GPU’s limited capabilities rather than any deficiency in the CPU. To contextualize this rank, the CPU alone sits at the 78th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 25517. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (delta -0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (delta 0.1%), and AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (delta -0.1%), all of which are within a fraction of a percent in performance. This indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700 is a highly capable processor that is not the source of the combo’s low ranking.

In contrast, the GPU’s percentile rank is 9, and its average benchmark score of 1482 is close to that of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463, delta 1.3%) and the GeForce 800M (1460, delta 1.5%). These rivals are ancient parts from over a decade ago, which underscores how underpowered the Arc B390 is in this context. The combo’s rank of 2547 is almost entirely attributable to the GPU’s performance class. When compared to other combos that pair the same CPU with a more powerful discrete GPU, the results would likely be significantly better, but the data only covers this specific pairing. The takeaway is that this combo is suitable for light gaming at lower resolutions, but it will struggle to compete with systems that pair the Ryzen 7 5700 with a mid-range or high-end graphics card.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo achieves in Inside?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 156, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combination?

A: It is only viable at Low settings, which yields an average of 70 FPS. Medium settings at 4K produce 56 FPS on average, while High and Ultra drop to 35 and 34 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517. Its closest rivals are the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, -0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, +0.1% delta), indicating near-identical performance.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc B390 ranks in the 9th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

Q: Which settings provide the best balance of frame rate and visual quality at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 90 FPS with a minimum of 76 FPS, making it the recommended choice over High (56 FPS) or Ultra (53 FPS).

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: No. The data shows that the CPU is far more capable than the GPU, as evidenced by its 78th percentile ranking, while the GPU’s 9th percentile ranking and the significant FPS drops at higher resolutions indicate the GPU is the limiting component.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS figures recorded for each resolution and settings combination. Note that minimum and maximum FPS values are only provided for the Medium preset in the data.

1920x1080:

• Low: 156 FPS average
• Medium: 125 FPS average (min 106, max 144)
• High: 78 FPS average
• Ultra: 74 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 112 FPS average
• Medium: 90 FPS average (min 76, max 103)
• High: 56 FPS average
• Ultra: 53 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 70 FPS average
• Medium: 56 FPS average (min 48, max 65)
• High: 35 FPS average
• Ultra: 34 FPS average

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the Medium preset is the only setting that provides measured minimum and maximum FPS values, suggesting it is the most stable configuration. At 1080p, the jump from Medium (125 FPS) to High (78 FPS) results in a 38% performance loss, which is substantial. Similarly, at 1440p, the drop from Medium (90 FPS) to High (56 FPS) is a 38% reduction. At 4K, the difference between Low (70 FPS) and Medium (56 FPS) is 20%, but the difference between Medium and High (35 FPS) is a 38% loss. This consistent 38% penalty for moving from Medium to High across all resolutions indicates that the High preset introduces a specific rendering feature that is disproportionately expensive for the Arc B390. The Ultra preset, on the other hand, shows a smaller incremental cost over High—about 5% at 1080p and 3% at 4K—but it still remains below the playable threshold at 4K. Overall, the measured FPS breakdown confirms that users should stick to Medium or Low settings, depending on their resolution priority.