Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 combination delivers a thoroughly playable experience in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The measured data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, yet capable of extreme frame rates when the load is shifted. With a combo rank of 1397 out of 1671 tested configurations, this pairing sits in the lower-middle tier of the database, but the game’s modest demands allow it to punch well above its weight in actual performance.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a Zen 3 (Cezanne) part on the AMD Socket AM4 platform, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It provides 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This is a substantial amount of processing power for a game like Inside, which is not known for heavy multi-threaded workloads. The CPU’s cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 pool, which is ample for feeding the GPU in a scene-by-scene puzzle platformer.

Benchmark results for the 5700G show a strong single-threaded presence, scoring 2930 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2016 in Geekbench single-core. The multi-threaded scores are equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 20755 and a Passmark multithread score of 24419. The CPU’s percentile ranking against all CPUs is 83, meaning it outperforms most processors in the database. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, is nearly identical in average score (25706 vs. 25626), with a negligible deltaPct of -0.3. This indicates that the 5700G’s processing headroom is not a bottleneck in Inside; even when the GTX 1070 is struggling to maintain frame rates at 4K Ultra, the CPU is likely still waiting for the next draw call.

The data pattern supports this. At 1080p Low, the system produces 231.4 FPS, which is a high enough frame rate that even a weaker CPU could start to limit performance. However, the 5700G’s single-thread score of 295 in Cinebench R15 and 899 in 3DMark single-thread suggests it has the per-core strength to keep up with the GTX 1070’s output at these lower settings. The CPU’s role here is to provide a stable platform, and the benchmarks suggest it does so without introducing frame pacing issues that would show up in the average FPS figures.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is a Pascal architecture part (GP104) with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s. Its base clock is 1506 MHz with a boost of 1683 MHz, and the memory runs at 2002 MHz (8 Gbps effective). The GPU has 1920 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, which gives it a pixel rate of 107.7 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 202.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 6.463 TFLOPS.

In Inside, the GTX 1070’s role is clearly the dominant factor in frame rate scaling. The GPU’s percentile ranking is 51, placing it right at the median of all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 12331 is closely matched by rivals like the NVIDIA Quadro K4200 (deltaPct 0.7) and the GeForce GTX 880M (deltaPct -1.3). The GTX 1070’s 8 GB of VRAM is more than sufficient for Inside’s art style, which uses a dark, atmospheric 2D side-scrolling perspective with limited texture complexity. The data shows that the GPU is not running out of memory at any resolution, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution changes rather than collapsing due to memory swapping.

The GPU’s performance in the game is strongest at lower settings. At 1080p Low, the system hits 231.4 FPS, which is likely near the engine’s frame rate cap or the CPU’s limit. Moving to 4K Low, the frame rate drops to 103.8 FPS, still a very smooth experience. The GTX 1070’s boost clock behavior is standard for Pascal, and the measured results suggest it maintains high utilization across all tested settings, with the frame rate drops at higher settings being a direct consequence of pixel shading and fill rate demands.

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

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a clear scaling pattern that points to the GPU as the primary limiter. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 116 FPS at 1080p to 82.7 FPS at 1440p, and then to 52.5 FPS at 4K. This is a reduction of 54.7% from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is nearly linear with pixel count, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance; the CPU’s frame generation time is short enough that it does not become a factor until the GPU’s render time increases.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more dramatic. The system produces 231.4 FPS at 1080p, 165.4 FPS at 1440p, and 103.8 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 4K is 55.1%, again indicating that the GPU is the bottleneck. However, the absolute frame rates at Low settings are so high that even the 4K figure of 103.8 FPS is far beyond what is needed for a smooth experience in Inside. This suggests that the CPU is still capable of feeding the GPU at these extreme rates, and the 5700G’s 8 cores are not being taxed by the game’s physics or logic.

The scaling from Medium to Ultra settings at each resolution further confirms the GPU-bound nature. At 1080p, the frame rate goes from 183.3 FPS at Medium to 108.5 FPS at Ultra, a 40.8% drop. At 4K, the Medium setting yields 85.3 FPS, while Ultra drops to 49.5 FPS, a 42.0% reduction. The consistency of these percentage drops across resolutions indicates that the settings are primarily affecting pixel processing and shading complexity, which are GPU tasks. The CPU’s role in this game is to maintain a stable frame pacing, and the data shows no anomalies that would suggest a CPU limitation, even at the highest frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is ranked 1397 out of 1671 combos tested in Inside. This places it in the lower 16% of all configurations in the database, which might seem surprising given the high frame rates achieved. The ranking is not a measure of playability but rather a comparison of absolute performance against other combinations, many of which likely feature far more powerful GPUs. The GTX 1070’s median percentile ranking (51) and the CPU’s high percentile (83) show that this combo is a pairing of a strong processor with a mid-range GPU.

The combo rank of 1397 suggests that while the system is capable of running Inside at high frame rates, there are many other test configurations that achieve even higher numbers. The data indicates that the limiting factor is the GPU, as the CPU is well above average in performance. The nearest rivals for the GPU, such as the GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER (deltaPct -1.4), have similar average scores, but the 5700G’s superior CPU performance does not help in a GPU-bound scenario. In a game like Inside, the combo rank is almost entirely determined by the GPU’s fill rate and shading power, and the GTX 1070’s age and architectural limits are the main reasons for the low ranking.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average frame rate this combo can achieve in Inside?*

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 231.4 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

*Q: Can this system run Inside at 4K Ultra settings smoothly?*

A: The data shows an average of 49.5 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is below the 60 FPS threshold often considered smooth, but it is still playable for a puzzle platformer.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: The average frame rate drops from 116 FPS at 1080p High to 52.5 FPS at 4K High, a reduction of 54.7%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the bottleneck. Frame rates scale almost linearly with resolution and settings, and the CPU’s high benchmark scores suggest it has headroom to spare.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low setting produces 165.4 FPS, while the Ultra setting produces 76.7 FPS, a 53.6% decrease in average frame rate.

Q: How does the GTX 1070’s average benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The GTX 1070 has an average benchmark score of 12331, which is 1.3% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M’s score of 12490.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the High setting offers an excellent balance, with an average of 116 FPS. This is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors and provides a smooth experience. The Low setting at 1080p yields 231.4 FPS, but the visual quality drop may not be worth the frame rate increase for a game like Inside, which relies on atmosphere. The Ultra setting at 1080p still achieves 108.5 FPS, so it is also a viable choice for those who prioritize visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the High setting provides 82.7 FPS, which is smooth and visually appealing. The Medium setting at 134.7 FPS is also a strong option if higher frame rates are desired. At 3840x2160, the Medium setting produces 85.3 FPS, which is the best choice for 4K play, as it maintains a frame rate above 60 while offering a decent visual quality. The High setting at 4K drops to 52.5 FPS, which may be acceptable for a slower-paced puzzle game, but the Medium setting is the recommendation for a consistent experience. The Ultra setting at 4K, at 49.5 FPS, should be avoided if frame pacing is a concern.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the system achieves an average of 231.4 FPS on Low, 183.3 FPS on Medium, 116 FPS on High, and 108.5 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 53.1% reduction in frame rate, demonstrating the GPU’s sensitivity to shading and post-processing effects.

At 2560x1440, the measured averages are 165.4 FPS on Low, 134.7 FPS on Medium, 82.7 FPS on High, and 76.7 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution is 53.6%, which is consistent with the 1080p scaling, confirming that the GPU is the primary performance driver.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 103.8 FPS on Low, 85.3 FPS on Medium, 52.5 FPS on High, and 49.5 FPS on Ultra. The reduction from Low to Ultra at 4K is 52.3%. The absolute numbers show that even at 4K, the Low setting provides a highly playable experience, while the Ultra setting dips below the 60 FPS mark. The data shows a clear and predictable pattern: each increase in resolution or settings tier results in a proportional decrease in average frame rate, with the GPU’s rendering capabilities being the limiting factor throughout.