Inside

Inside is a puzzle platformer that leans far more on atmosphere and timing than on raw hardware demands, but the benchmark data for this AMD Ryzen 7 5700X + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 combo reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. The measured FPS numbers show that this pairing is capable of smooth 1080p play, but struggles significantly at 4K with high-end presets. The data indicates a system that is balanced for 1080p gaming, with the CPU’s strong multi-threaded headroom providing a stable foundation for the GPU’s output.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Inside at 1920x1080 on High settings?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 1920x1080 High is 68.9, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What kind of frame rate can I expect at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 Medium is 76.1, indicating that this resolution is well within the system's capabilities if you avoid the highest settings.

Q: Is 4K gaming feasible with this hardware?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset achieves a playable average of 61.1 FPS. The High and Ultra presets drop to 28.2 and 30.5 FPS respectively, which are not ideal for a smooth experience.

Q: How does the CPU’s performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700X has an average benchmark score of 26214. It is virtually tied with the Intel Core i9-11900KF (deltaPct 0.1) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (deltaPct -0.2), showing it performs on par with those parts.

Q: What is the GPU’s standing relative to other cards?

A: The GTX 1650 has an average benchmark score of 8713 and sits in the 43rd percentile of all GPUs. It is very closely matched with the NVIDIA Quadro P2200 (deltaPct 0.5) and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 5100 (deltaPct -0.5).

Q: Which settings preset offers the best balance of speed and quality at 1080p?

A: The data shows that Medium at 1920x1080 provides a high average of 109.3 FPS, while High still delivers 68.9 FPS. Low is the only preset that exceeds 120 FPS, hitting 137 average.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is a Turing-architecture part with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 128.1 GB/s. Its base clock is 1485 MHz, which boosts up to 1665 MHz. This specification set is the primary limiting factor in this combo's performance. The benchmark results show a clear pattern: the GPU’s frame rate is highly sensitive to both resolution and preset level.

At 1920x1080, the card is able to push high frame rates, from 137 average on Low to 61.3 on Ultra. The leap from Medium (109.3 average) to High (68.9 average) is substantial, indicating a significant increase in rendering load. At 2560x1440, the same settings progression shows a similar slope, but with lower absolute numbers: Low hits 96.3 average, while High and Ultra fall to 45.8 and 44.7 respectively. This demonstrates that the 4 GB VRAM and the card’s raw compute power are insufficient for maintaining high framerates at higher resolutions with detailed presets.

The most telling data is at 3840x2160. Here, the GTX 1650 is clearly out of its depth except for the Low preset, which averages 61.1 FPS. Medium drops to 46.4, and High and Ultra plummet to 28.2 and 30.5. This indicates that the GPU’s pixel fillrate and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed at 4K, and users should not expect a playable experience outside of the lowest settings.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific configuration of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 ranks 1623 out of 1671 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the bottom 3% of all pairings, which is a direct reflection of the GPU’s modest standing in the overall hierarchy. The GTX 1650’s 43rd percentile rank among all GPUs is the primary reason for this low combo position, as the CPU is significantly more capable.

The Ryzen 7 5700X, by contrast, performs in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, showing a stark imbalance in this pairing. The data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this system; the GPU is. The low combo rank does not mean the game is unplayable, but it does indicate that this build is at the lower end of the spectrum for this title, particularly when compared to systems with more powerful graphics cards.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets.

At 3840x2160, the results are as follows:

• Low: 61.1 average FPS
• Medium: 46.4 average FPS
• High: 28.2 average FPS
• Ultra: 30.5 average FPS

At 2560x1440, the frame rates improve substantially:

• Low: 96.3 average FPS
• Medium: 76.1 average FPS
• High: 45.8 average FPS
• Ultra: 44.7 average FPS

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance:

• Low: 137 average FPS
• Medium: 109.3 average FPS
• High: 68.9 average FPS
• Ultra: 61.3 average FPS

The data shows a clear and consistent trend. Lowering the resolution from 1440p to 1080p yields a large boost in FPS across all settings, with the most significant gains at the Low and Medium presets. Conversely, moving from High to Ultra at any resolution results in a marginal FPS loss, suggesting that the Ultra preset may not be worth the performance hit for the visual gains. The data also shows that 1440p is a viable option for this combo, but only if you stick to Medium or Low settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running on the AM4 socket. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz and it boosts up to 4.60 GHz. This is a powerful desktop chip, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22620 and single-core score of 3193. In synthetic benchmarks, it is statistically tied with the Intel Core i9-11900KF, with a deltaPct of only 0.1.

For Inside, a game that is not heavily threaded, the CPU’s single-core performance is more relevant than its multi-core might. The single-core score of 3193 in Cinebench R23 indicates that the CPU has no trouble feeding the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The benchmark results for the combo confirm this, as the FPS drops are almost entirely attributable to GPU load, not CPU limitations. The CPU’s high average benchmark score of 26214, which places it in the 83rd percentile, provides ample headroom. The data suggests that the CPU will not be the limiting factor in this system, even at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with the Medium preset, which delivers an average of 109.3 FPS. This offers a significant frame rate buffer, ensuring smooth gameplay with no noticeable stutter. If you prefer higher visual fidelity, the High preset at 1080p is also a strong choice, averaging 68.9 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS target for most players.

For users with a 1440p monitor, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, providing an average of 76.1 FPS. This is a playable frame rate, though it is lower than what you would get at 1080p. Using High or Ultra at 1440p is not advisable, as the average FPS drops to the mid-40s, which can feel less responsive. At 4K, only the Low preset is viable, with an average of 61.1 FPS. The data shows that the Ultra preset offers no benefit over High at any resolution, and in the case of 4K, it is actually slightly faster than High, which suggests a potential driver quirk or measurement anomaly, but the difference is negligible. The overall best experience is a balance of visual quality and speed, which the Medium preset at 1080p provides.