Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a performance profile in Inside that is heavily dictated by resolution and preset selection, with the data revealing a system that scales from exceptional high-refresh 1080p performance to a more modest 4K experience. The measured frames per second across the board indicate a combination where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU's strong single-thread capabilities ensure that even the most demanding settings remain playable at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation, but the magnitude of that drop varies significantly depending on the quality preset. At Low settings, the system produces 240 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 172 FPS at 1440p, representing a 28% decrease. Moving further to 4K, the average FPS falls to 108, which is a 55% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline at Low settings strongly suggests that the Intel Arc B570 is the limiting component, as the workload becomes increasingly pixel-bound. The CPU is not the constraint here, given that the Ryzen 7 5800X can easily feed frames at these rates.

The scaling pattern at Medium settings follows a similar trajectory, though with lower absolute numbers. The system achieves 192 FPS at 1080p, drops to 138 FPS at 1440p (a 28% decrease), and then falls to 87 FPS at 4K (a 55% decrease from 1080p). This consistent percentage drop across Low and Medium presets reinforces the notion that the GPU's rendering throughput is the primary factor governing performance as resolution increases. The 4K Medium result of 87 FPS, while lower, still remains comfortably playable, indicating that the B570 can handle the pixel count if the graphical load is not excessive.

At High settings, the scaling becomes even more pronounced. The average FPS at 1080p is 120, which drops to 86 at 1440p (a 28% decrease), and then to 54 at 4K (a 55% decrease from 1080p). The trend is remarkably linear in relative terms, with each step up in resolution roughly halving the performance headroom. The 4K High result of 54 FPS is the first data point that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that for a smooth 4K experience, users must consider lower presets. The Ultra preset follows suit, with 114 FPS at 1080p, 82 at 1440p, and 52 at 4K, showing the same proportional decline.

The data implies that for this specific title, the resolution scaling is almost exclusively a GPU-bound phenomenon. The consistent ~28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and the ~55% drop from 1080p to 4K across all settings are hallmarks of a system where the CPU has ample headroom. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in frame rates at lower resolutions, which is not the case here, as the system scales all the way up to 240 FPS at 1080p Low. The question of what limits performance is answered clearly: the Arc B570's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the determining factors, not the processor.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570's specifications and benchmark scores provide context for its measured performance in Inside. The GPU features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. For a puzzle platformer like Inside, which is not typically known for massive texture loads, this memory configuration is more than sufficient, and the data confirms that VRAM capacity does not present a limitation at any resolution tested. The performance scaling we observe is more likely tied to the GPU's compute capabilities, with 2304 shading units and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s.

The card's clock speeds are fixed at 2500 MHz for both base and boost, which is a relatively high frequency. This consistent clock speed helps maintain predictable performance. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 11.52 TFLOPS gives an indication of its raw compute power, which is adequate for this title's visual style. The benchmark results for the B570 show a Passmark G3D score of 14195, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750, with delta percentages of 0.1% and -0.1% respectively, indicating that the B570's raw benchmark performance is competitive with these cards.

In the context of Inside, the GPU's role becomes more critical as resolution increases. At 4K, the requirement to process over 8 million pixels per frame puts a strain on the ROPs (80) and pixel fill rate (200.0 GPixel/s). The drop from 108 FPS at 4K Low to 52 FPS at 4K Ultra shows the impact of increased pixel shading and post-processing effects. The data suggests that the B570 is a capable 1440p card for this game, but at 4K, users will need to make compromises on quality to maintain high frame rates. The GPU's performance is the primary reason for the frame rate differences between presets, as the CPU's capabilities are not the limiting factor in this scenario.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable at 1080p with this hardware?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 240 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Is a 60 FPS experience possible at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only with lower graphical presets. The system achieves 108 FPS at 4K Low and 87 FPS at 4K Medium. At 4K High, the average drops to 54 FPS, and at Ultra, it falls to 52 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1440p in terms of average FPS?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset yields an average of 86 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields an average of 82 FPS. The difference is only 4 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset offers a marginal visual upgrade for a small performance cost at this resolution.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is significant. Low settings produce 240 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 114 FPS. This represents a 126 FPS gap, showing that the visual enhancements in the Ultra preset almost halve the frame rate.

Q: Does the game show any signs of being CPU-limited based on the data?

A: No. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, and the system can reach 240 FPS at 1080p. This indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X has sufficient processing power to avoid bottlenecking the Intel Arc B570 in this game.

Q: Which configuration provides the highest minimum frame rate recorded?

A: The highest minimum frame rate is 163 FPS, which is recorded at 1920x1080 with Medium settings. The maximum FPS in that run was 221 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and Intel Arc B570 ranks at position 2301 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the bottom 20% of all tested configurations, which is a surprising result given the individual component scores. The CPU alone ranks in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU ranks in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. The discrepancy between the high component percentiles and the low combo ranking suggests that the overall ranking is heavily influenced by the performance of other, more powerful combinations, rather than a specific weakness in this pairing.

When examining the competition, the CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, with the 5800X being 0.1% and 0.6% faster in average benchmark score, respectively. The GPU's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750, with the B570 being 0.1% faster and 0.1% slower, respectively. This indicates that the individual parts are competitive with their peers, but the combo ranking suggests that many other systems in the database are built with higher-tier components that achieve much higher frame rates in Inside.

The rank of 2301 implies that while this combo is perfectly playable, it does not stand out as a top-tier performer for this specific title. The data shows that the system can deliver high frame rates at lower resolutions, but for 4K Ultra settings, it falls behind many other configurations. The ranking is a global measure, and the fact that there are 2887 combos in the database indicates that Inside is a popular benchmark title, with many high-end systems pushing the average performance up. This combo sits in the lower quartile, meaning users should have realistic expectations for its performance relative to the absolute best hardware available.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this hardware depend heavily on the user's target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering an average of 120 FPS with no recorded minimum, which is well above the 60 FPS standard and suitable for high-refresh monitors. While the Ultra preset achieves 114 FPS, the gain in visual quality is likely marginal compared to the 6 FPS drop. For maximum smoothness, the Medium preset at 192 FPS is the best choice for 240Hz displays, but the High preset provides a more visually rich experience while still maintaining a very high frame rate.

At 1440p, the High preset is the recommended choice for a premium experience, averaging 86 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold for most monitors. The Ultra preset at 82 FPS is also viable, but the performance difference is not substantial enough to justify the potential visual gains. The Medium preset at 138 FPS is another strong option for gamers who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, offering a smoother experience that is well-suited for 144Hz panels. The Low preset at 172 FPS feels unnecessarily low-fidelity for this title, as the game's art style benefits from higher quality settings.

For 4K resolution, the Medium preset is the clear sweet spot, delivering an average of 87 FPS with minimums of 74 FPS. This is the only preset tested that offers a consistent 4K experience above 60 FPS. The High and Ultra presets, at 54 and 52 FPS respectively, fall just below the 60 FPS line and may result in noticeable stutter for some users. The Low preset at 108 FPS is playable, but it sacrifices too much visual quality for the resolution. Therefore, for a balanced 4K experience, users should select Medium settings to guarantee smooth gameplay without significant visual compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings was tested. The Low preset achieved an average of 240 FPS. The Medium preset produced an average of 192 FPS, with a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 221 FPS. The High preset resulted in an average of 120 FPS. Finally, the Ultra preset delivered an average of 114 FPS. This shows a clear hierarchy, with Medium providing a substantial boost over High and Ultra, while Low offers a significant jump over Medium.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down accordingly. The Low preset averaged 172 FPS. The Medium preset averaged 138 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 159 FPS. The High preset delivered 86 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieved 82 FPS. The pattern is consistent with the 1080p results, with a large gap between Medium and High, and a smaller gap between High and Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are considerably lower, reflecting the increased pixel workload. The Low preset averaged 108 FPS. The Medium preset averaged 87 FPS, with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. The High preset delivered 54 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieved 52 FPS. The data at 4K shows that the gap between High and Ultra narrows to just 2 FPS, while the difference between Low and Medium is 21 FPS, and between Medium and High is 33 FPS. This breakdown highlights that the choice of preset has a more profound impact on performance at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a 5000-series processor with 8 cores and 16 threads. It features a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This Zen 3 architecture chip, codenamed Vermeer, is built on a 7 nm process and supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 15476 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 1574.5 in single-core. Its Passmark single-thread score is 3445, and its 3dmark single-thread score is 943. These figures indicate a strong CPU that is well-suited for gaming workloads.

In the context of Inside, the CPU's role appears to be secondary, as the game is not particularly demanding on processor resources. The fact that the system can achieve 240 FPS at 1080p Low settings demonstrates that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. The 5800X's high single-core performance, evidenced by its Geekbench single-core score of 2032, ensures that the game's logic and physics calculations are handled efficiently. The 16 threads also provide ample headroom for any background tasks or additional game systems that may be running.

The data suggests that the CPU's performance is sufficient to fully saturate the GPU's capabilities in this title. The measured frame rates are consistently GPU-bound, as indicated by the resolution scaling analysis. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, have average benchmark scores within 0.6% of the 5800X, confirming that this processor is competitive. Given the game's release date in 2016, it is unlikely to leverage the full multi-threading capabilities of the 5800X, but the strong single-thread performance ensures that it does not hinder the overall experience, allowing the Intel Arc B570 to operate at its full potential.