Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination delivers a highly variable experience in Inside, a puzzle platformer from 2016. The measured data shows a system that is capable of smooth 1080p gameplay at medium settings, but which struggles significantly at 4K with higher presets. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results, focusing on how the CPU and GPU each influence performance, how resolution scaling exposes the bottleneck, and where this combo stands relative to other tested configurations.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, using the Vermeer codename. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, and it is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The processor features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining characteristic of the X3D line and is typically beneficial in gaming workloads. The CPU’s benchmark scores show strong multi-threaded capability, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22366 and a Geekbench multicore score of 11086. Its single-thread performance is more modest, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3157 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1849.

In the context of Inside, a puzzle platformer, the CPU demands are not extreme. The game relies on consistent frame pacing and physics calculations, but the 8-core/16-thread configuration of the 5700X3D is more than sufficient to handle the logical workload. The data indicates that this CPU is not the limiting factor in most measured scenarios. For instance, at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 141 FPS, which shows that the CPU can feed the GPU with frames well above standard display refresh rates. The processor’s 3DMark scores further illustrate its capability: it scores 6764 in the 16-thread test and 5357 in the 8-thread test, demonstrating solid scaling across its cores.

However, the single-thread performance is worth noting. The 3DMark single-thread score is 804, which is low compared to its multi-thread results. While Inside is not typically a single-thread-bound title, the relatively low single-core performance could become relevant in scenes with complex scripted events or heavy physics iterations that are serialized. The data does not show the CPU becoming a bottleneck in the measured rows, as even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is clearly stressed, the FPS drops to 30, which is a GPU limitation rather than a CPU one. The CPU’s percentile rank of 77 against all CPUs confirms that it is a high-performing part, and its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D with a deltaPct of -0.1, show that it sits in a performance bracket where minor fluctuations in average scores are common. The 5700X3D is a capable processor for this game, but the overall system performance is heavily dependent on the GPU, as the next section will detail.

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

The Intel Arc B370 is a markedly different component. It is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture with the Panther Lake chip, manufactured on a 3 nm process at Intel. Its base clock is 300 MHz, boosting to 2400 MHz, and it has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster output units. The memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning the GPU uses the system’s main memory rather than dedicated VRAM, and its bandwidth is "System Dependent." The GPU’s performance envelope is small, with a TDP of 25 W, which is typical for an integrated solution. The only available benchmark score for the Arc B370 is 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low score, and its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M, indicating that this is an entry-level graphics solution.

Given this profile, the Arc B370 is the primary bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. In Inside, the GPU’s role is to render the game’s atmospheric, side-scrolling environments. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU struggles as resolution and settings increase. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 141 FPS, but this is an outlier; at 1080p High, the FPS drops to 70, and at 1080p Ultra, it is 67. This performance cliff between Low and High settings suggests that the GPU’s limited shading and texture processing capabilities are quickly overwhelmed. The GPU’s clock speed of 2400 MHz is decent, but the low number of shading units (1280) and the shared memory bandwidth are clear limiting factors. The "System Shared" memory means that the GPU competes with the CPU for memory bandwidth, which can cause stuttering or frame drops, although the measured data shows stable minimum FPS at Medium settings (96 FPS at 1080p). The GPU’s pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are low, which directly impacts the fill rate required for higher resolutions. The data confirms that the Arc B370 is a weak link, and its performance in Inside is only playable at lower resolutions and settings.

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

The resolution scaling data provides a clear picture of the system’s bottlenecks. At 1080p with Medium settings, the combo achieves 113 FPS. Moving to 1440p Medium, the FPS drops to 81, a reduction of 28.3%. At 4K Medium, the FPS falls to 51, which is a further 37% drop from 1440p. This steep decline in performance as resolution increases is a classic sign of a GPU-limited system. The CPU, with its 8 cores and high L3 cache, is likely not the constraint here; the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth are being stretched to their limits.

The pattern is consistent across settings. At High settings, the FPS drops from 70 at 1080p to 51 at 1440p (a 27.1% decrease) and then to 32 at 4K (a 37.3% decrease). At Low settings, the drop is from 141 at 1080p to 101 at 1440p (a 28.4% decrease) and then to 64 at 4K (a 36.6% decrease). The percentage drops are similar across all settings, which suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor regardless of the graphical preset. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller FPS drop when moving from 1080p to 1440p, as the CPU workload remains constant while the GPU workload increases. Instead, the FPS drops at a rate consistent with the increase in pixel count, confirming that the Arc B370 is the primary constraint.

This is further evidenced by the fact that the FPS at 4K Ultra is only 30, which is a playable but not smooth experience, and at 4K High it is 32. The GPU is unable to maintain a 60 FPS target at 4K on any setting above Low. The data indicates that for this combo, 1080p is the sweet spot for playable frame rates, and 1440p is only viable at Low or Medium settings. The system is not suitable for 4K gaming with demanding presets. The scaling behavior is linear and predictable, which points to a pure GPU-bound scenario where the CPU has ample headroom to spare.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the overall ranking of tested combos for Inside, this configuration of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2654 out of 2887 combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, highlighting that while the CPU is strong, the GPU severely hampers the overall gaming experience. The rank reflects the average performance across all settings and resolutions, and the low percentile is directly attributable to the GPU’s weak performance.

The data shows that this combo is not competitive with systems that pair the 5700X3D with a dedicated graphics card. The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D and the Intel Core i5-12450HX, have similar average scores, but those systems would likely have different GPUs, leading to much higher in-game performance. The combo’s rank of 2654 is a direct result of the GPU’s low benchmark scores. The Arc B370’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184 puts it in the 5th percentile, and its nearest rivals are all older or lower-end parts. This means that in a game like Inside, which is not graphically demanding by modern standards, the GPU still cannot keep up with the CPU’s ability to generate frames.

The rank also suggests that this combo is not well-balanced. A high-end CPU like the 5700X3D, which sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, is paired with a GPU in the 5th percentile. This mismatch results in a system where the CPU is underutilized. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (141 FPS) and 4K Low (64 FPS) shows that the CPU can push far more frames than the GPU can render at higher resolutions. The combo’s low rank is a warning to users that this is not a gaming-oriented configuration, and the experience will be limited by the integrated graphics.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience with this combo is at 1080p with the Medium preset. At this resolution and setting, the combo achieves an average FPS of 113, with a minimum of 96 and a maximum of 130. This provides a smooth and responsive experience, which is ideal for a puzzle platformer that requires precise timing. The 96 FPS minimum ensures that there are no significant stutters, and the 113 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1080p High, the average FPS drops to 70, which is still playable but not as smooth. The 1080p Ultra preset yields 67 FPS, which is similar to High, but the Medium preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance. At 1440p, the Medium preset is also the best option, delivering 81 FPS with a minimum of 69. This is a playable experience, but the lower minimum FPS (69) is closer to the edge of smoothness. At 4K, the Medium preset drops to 51 FPS, which is borderline playable, but the Low preset at 4K (64 FPS) is a better choice for a smoother experience.

The Low preset at 1080p offers the highest FPS at 141, but it sacrifices visual fidelity, which is a significant part of Inside’s atmospheric appeal. The Medium preset at 1080p is the recommended setting because it provides a high frame rate while retaining a reasonable level of graphical detail. For users with a 60 Hz display, the Medium preset at 1080p is the clear winner. For those with a 144 Hz display, the Low preset at 1080p would be needed to take full advantage of the refresh rate, but the Medium preset’s 113 FPS is still a good experience. The data suggests that users should avoid Ultra settings at any resolution, as the performance gain over High is minimal while the FPS cost is significant.

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

The measured FPS data is broken down as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 141 FPS average.
• Medium: 113 FPS average, with a minimum of 96 and a maximum of 130.
• High: 70 FPS average.
• Ultra: 67 FPS average.

At 1080p, the performance is highly playable across all settings, with the Low preset offering the highest headroom. The gap between Medium and High is substantial (43 FPS), indicating that the High preset introduces a significant load on the GPU. The Ultra preset is only 3 FPS lower than High, suggesting that the High and Ultra presets have similar rendering costs.

2560x1440:

• Low: 101 FPS average.
• Medium: 81 FPS average, with a minimum of 69 and a maximum of 93.
• High: 51 FPS average.
• Ultra: 48 FPS average.

At 1440p, the Low preset remains smooth, but the Medium preset starts to show its limits with a minimum FPS of 69. The High and Ultra presets are borderline playable, with averages around 50 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is 30 FPS, which is a steep penalty for the increased resolution.

3840x2160:

• Low: 64 FPS average.
• Medium: 51 FPS average, with a minimum of 43 and a maximum of 59.
• High: 32 FPS average.
• Ultra: 30 FPS average.

At 4K, the GPU is severely challenged. The Low preset is the only option that provides a consistently smooth experience, with 64 FPS. The Medium preset is playable but with a minimum FPS of 43, which can lead to noticeable stutters. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended, as they both fall below 35 FPS, making the game feel sluggish. The data clearly shows that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo with higher settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Inside?*

A: The best resolution is 1920x1080. At 1080p, the combo achieves a playable 70 FPS on High settings and 113 FPS on Medium, whereas at 1440p and 4K, the performance drops significantly, especially on higher presets.

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

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The Intel Arc B370 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is in the 77th percentile. The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with GPU-bound scaling.

*Q: Can this combo run Inside at 4K?*

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where it achieves 64 FPS. At Medium settings, the FPS drops to 51, and at High or Ultra, it falls to 32 and 30 FPS, respectively, which is not a smooth experience.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 2654 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations. This low rank is primarily due to the weak integrated GPU.

Q: What is the CPU’s performance profile?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. It scores 22366 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3157 in single-core, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: What settings should I use for a smooth experience?

A: For the smoothest experience, use the Medium preset at 1080p, which provides 113 FPS average with a 96 FPS minimum. Avoid Ultra settings at any resolution, as they offer minimal visual gains for a significant FPS cost.