Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination delivers a remarkably fluid experience in Inside, a game that is far more demanding than its minimalist aesthetic suggests. The measured frame rates indicate a pairing that is well-balanced for this title, with the GPU carrying the primary load at higher resolutions while the eight-core processor ensures no bottleneck at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K in Inside reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario, though the degree of the drop is surprisingly moderate given the resolution jump. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 148 FPS at 1920x1080 to 106 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of approximately 28%. Moving to 3840x2160, the average drops further to 67 FPS, which is a 55% decline from the 1080p result. This scaling pattern indicates that the RTX 5050 is the limiting component as pixel count rises, with the CPU having ample headroom even at the highest resolution tested.

The Low settings row provides an even clearer picture of the CPU's capability versus the GPU's ceiling. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 296 FPS, which drops to 213 FPS at 1440p and 134 FPS at 4K. The relative decline from 1080p to 4K at Low settings is approximately 55%, nearly identical to the drop seen at High settings. This consistency suggests that even when graphical load is reduced, the GPU still governs the final output, as the 5700G’s 16 threads can easily feed frames at these rates.

The Medium preset offers the only complete data set with min and max frame rates, providing insight into frame pacing. At 1080p Medium, the average is 237 FPS with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 272 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 170 FPS with a range of 145 to 196 FPS. The 4K Medium result shows an average of 107 FPS with a minimum of 91 FPS and a maximum of 123 FPS. The spread between min and max grows slightly at higher resolutions, from a 71 FPS delta at 1080p to a 32 FPS delta at 4K, indicating that the GPU is working harder but still maintaining consistent delivery without significant stutter.

The Ultra preset follows the same trajectory as High, with 141 FPS at 1080p, 101 FPS at 1440p, and 64 FPS at 4K. The difference between High and Ultra is minimal across all resolutions—roughly 5% at each step—suggesting that the Ultra preset adds visual fidelity without a proportional cost in performance. Overall, the resolution scaling data points to a system that is comfortably capable at 1440p, with 4K remaining playable but requiring a reduction in settings to maintain higher refresh rates.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration is substantial for a game like Inside, which relies on physics-based puzzles and continuous world streaming rather than massive AI simulations. The benchmark results show a processor that is strong in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, with Cinebench R23 scores of 1494 single-core and 12830.5 multi-core.

For this specific title, the CPU's role is primarily to maintain a stable frame delivery pipeline. The data shows that the 5700G never becomes a bottleneck, as evidenced by the 296 FPS result at 1080p Low. This figure is well beyond the refresh rate of most displays, indicating that the processor can handle the game's logic and draw calls without breaking a sweat. The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support at 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide sufficient memory bandwidth for the game's asset streaming, though Inside is not a title known for heavy memory pressure.

The processor's 3DMark scores further contextualize its performance. With a single-thread score of 899 and a 16-thread score of 6629, the 5700G sits in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. This places it in good company, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097 on average compared to the 5700G’s 27051, a negligible 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is 0.4% behind, while the Intel Core i7-1370P trails by 0.6%. This indicates that the 5700G is a mature, capable processor that holds its own against newer and older competitors alike.

In the context of Inside, the CPU's 65W TDP and 7nm process node mean it runs efficiently, but the architecture's age shows in its PCIe Gen 3 interface, which is the only potential limitation for data transfer to the GPU. However, the measured FPS data suggests this is not a practical constraint for this game, as the RTX 5050 still achieves high frame rates. The CPU's integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics are irrelevant here since the discrete GPU is present, but the processor's overall benchmark profile indicates it can handle the game's demands with substantial headroom for background tasks.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz, with memory running at 2500 MHz effective. These specifications are modest by modern standards, but they prove sufficient for Inside, which is a visually stylized game with a muted color palette and simple geometry.

The GPU's role in this pairing is clearly dominant, as the resolution scaling data demonstrates. The RTX 5050’s benchmark scores place it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, which scores 21153 (0.6% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 8970M, which scores 21237 (1% higher). On the lower side, the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713, which is 1.6% below the RTX 5050. This positioning shows that the GPU is competitive with older mid-range parts but does not offer a significant generational leap over them.

The memory configuration is a critical factor for this game. Inside features a dark, atmospheric art style with limited texture detail, so the 8 GB VRAM is unlikely to be fully utilized even at 4K Ultra. The 128-bit memory bus, while narrow, provides enough bandwidth for the game's needs, as evidenced by the 64 FPS average at 4K Ultra. The GPU's 2560 shading units and 80 texture mapping units are more than adequate for the game's rendering requirements, and the 32 ROPs handle pixel output without issue.

The RTX 5050 also supports modern APIs including DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, allowing Inside to run with its full feature set enabled. The GPU's FP32 performance of 13.17 TFLOPS is respectable for a 130W card, and the pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s ensures that fill-rate is not a bottleneck in this title. The measured results confirm that the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rate at higher resolutions, with the 4K High result of 67 FPS representing a natural performance ceiling for this combination.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combo show a consistent hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 296 FPS, which is the highest recorded value across all tests. Medium reduces this to 237 FPS, while High and Ultra produce 148 FPS and 141 FPS respectively. The drop from Low to Medium is 20%, while the drop from Medium to High is 38%, and High to Ultra is only 5%. This indicates that the Low preset is heavily CPU-bound, while the Medium preset introduces enough graphical load to engage the GPU more fully.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts slightly. Low produces 213 FPS, Medium 170 FPS, High 106 FPS, and Ultra 101 FPS. The relative differences compress at this resolution: Low to Medium is a 20% drop, Medium to High is 38%, and High to Ultra is 5%. The consistency of these percentages across 1080p and 1440p suggests that the game scales predictably with resolution, and the GPU begins to dominate the frame rate calculation at 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the averages are 134 FPS for Low, 107 FPS for Medium, 67 FPS for High, and 64 FPS for Ultra. The Low to Medium gap narrows to 20%, but Medium to High widens to 37%. The High to Ultra difference remains at 4%. Notably, the 4K Medium result includes a minimum of 91 FPS and a maximum of 123 FPS, which are the only min/max values recorded for this resolution. This suggests that at 4K, the system is still capable of maintaining a playable experience without dipping below 90 FPS at Medium settings.

The Ultra preset across all resolutions shows a curious result: it is only marginally more demanding than High. At 1080p, Ultra is 141 FPS versus 148 FPS for High, a 5% difference. At 1440p, the gap is also 5% (101 vs 106 FPS), and at 4K, it is 4% (64 vs 67 FPS). This indicates that the Ultra preset in Inside adds minor enhancements that do not significantly tax the GPU, making it a viable choice for players seeking maximum visual quality without a large performance penalty.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination ranks 1719 out of 2887 tested combos in Inside. This places the pairing in the 40th percentile of all system configurations, which is a solid result considering the mid-range nature of both components. The rank reflects the system's ability to deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while still maintaining playable performance at 4K with adjusted settings.

The ranking is influenced by the GPU's position in the market. The RTX 5050’s average benchmark score of 21035 places it slightly below the median of its nearest rivals, but the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance helps improve the overall combo. The 5700G’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12830.5 is competitive with newer processors, and its single-thread score of 1494 is adequate for gaming. This balance ensures that the combo does not suffer from a significant bottleneck in either direction, which is reflected in the measured FPS data.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing is likely to outperform systems with older quad-core CPUs or lower-tier GPUs, but it will be outclassed by configurations featuring higher-end Blackwell or Radeon parts. The rank of 1719 out of 2887 suggests that there is a significant number of faster systems, but the gap is not prohibitive. For a game like Inside, which is not heavily optimized for multi-core processors, the single-thread performance of the 5700G is sufficient to keep the GPU fed, and the combo's overall rank is a function of the GPU's modest compute capabilities rather than any CPU limitation.

The deltaPct values for the CPU's nearest rivals show that the 5700G is essentially on par with the Intel Core i9-9900K, with a difference of only 0.2%. This means that swapping the CPU for a last-generation flagship would not meaningfully change the combo's rank in this game. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rivals are within 1.6% of the RTX 5050’s average score, indicating that the combo's rank is stable across a range of comparable graphics cards.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 141 FPS on average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. Given that Ultra is only 5% slower than High, there is no compelling reason to choose High over Ultra at this resolution. The Medium preset offers 237 FPS, which is excessive for most monitors, but it could be useful for competitive play if the display supports 240Hz or higher.

At 2560x1440, the High preset produces 106 FPS, which is a solid result for a 1440p monitor with a 100Hz or 120Hz refresh rate. The Ultra preset drops to 101 FPS, a negligible difference that does not justify reducing visual quality. The Medium preset at 170 FPS is ideal for 1440p displays with 165Hz refresh rates, providing a smooth experience with a comfortable margin above the refresh threshold. For players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, Low at 213 FPS is an option, but the visual downgrade is likely unnecessary given the high scores at higher presets.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more nuanced. The Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS standard for console-style play but may feel inconsistent on a 60Hz display due to frame time variance. The High preset at 67 FPS is nearly identical, offering no meaningful advantage. The Medium preset at 107 FPS is the clear recommendation for 4K, as it provides a smooth experience on 60Hz displays and is also suitable for 100Hz panels with room to spare. The Low preset at 134 FPS is overkill for most 4K monitors, which typically top out at 120Hz, but it ensures maximum fluidity if needed.

For the best overall experience, the Medium preset at 1440p offers a balance of visual quality and performance, with a 170 FPS average and a minimum of 145 FPS that prevents noticeable stutter. At 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best choice due to its high frame rate and minimal performance cost. At 4K, Medium is the only sensible option for maintaining a high refresh rate, as the higher presets dip to around 65 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. The data consistently shows that the Ultra preset is not worth the small performance penalty over High, and the Medium preset provides the best combination of frame rate and visual fidelity across all resolutions.