Inside

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 in Inside reveals a classic scaling pattern, but with sharp edges that point to a clear performance ceiling. At 1080p, the combo is massively overqualified for this title, delivering frame rates that far exceed display refresh rates. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a significant, expected drop, but the gap from 1440p to 4K is where the GPU begins to flex its muscles, though it never becomes a bottleneck in the traditional sense.

Looking at the High preset, the average FPS falls from 177 at 1920x1080 to 127 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 50 FPS or roughly 28%. Moving up to 3840x2160, the average drops further to 80 FPS, which is another 47 FPS or about 37% lower than the 1440p result. This scaling is steep, but the absolute numbers remain high. Even at 4K High, the game is perfectly playable, suggesting the hardware is not being pushed to its limits. The 4K Low setting, which yields 160 FPS average, is particularly telling. This is double the 4K High score, indicating that the game's visual settings have a massive impact on the rendering load, far more so than the resolution change alone.

The pattern suggests that while the GPU is the primary driver of performance differences across resolutions, the CPU is so powerful that it never becomes the limiting factor, even at 1080p. The 1080p Low result of 296 FPS average is a strong indicator of this. If the CPU were a bottleneck, we would expect to see the 1080p scores plateau at a similar level regardless of settings. Instead, we see a spread from 168 FPS at Ultra to 296 FPS at Low. This wide variance points to the GPU being the component that is scaling with the graphics workload, while the CPU provides a stable, high-frequency foundation that does not constrain the frame rate.

The most interesting data point is the 4K Ultra result, which averages 76 FPS. This is only 4 FPS lower than the 4K High average, a surprisingly small difference. This suggests that the Ultra preset, while more demanding, is not a massive leap over High in Inside. The 4K Medium result of 128 FPS sits neatly between the High and Low figures, reinforcing the idea that the scaling is linear and predictable. The data overall indicates a system with immense headroom. The GPU is clearly the component that dictates the frame rate, but it does so from a position of strength, never falling below the 60 FPS threshold even at the most demanding settings tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz and its boost clock reaches 4.50 GHz. In a game like Inside, a puzzle platformer that is not known for heavy multi-threaded workloads, the CPU's role is primarily to provide a high single-thread performance baseline and ensure that frame times are consistent. The benchmark data suggests this CPU is more than capable of this task.

The CPU's benchmark scores are robust. Its passmark single-thread score is 3234, and its passmark multithread score is 28309. The 3dmark 2-thread score of 1746 and the 3dmark 4-thread score of 3392 are also strong indicators of excellent performance in lightly-threaded scenarios. These figures, combined with the measured FPS data, show that the processor is not a bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 296 FPS, which is a staggering number. A weaker CPU would likely struggle to feed the GPU at such high frame rates, but the 5800X3D handles it with ease.

The processor's 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a key feature, often beneficial for gaming. This large cache can help reduce memory latency and improve performance in scenarios where data is reused. In a game like Inside, with its physics-based puzzles and environmental interactions, this could contribute to the smooth frame delivery we see. The CPU's position in the broader benchmark landscape is also relevant. It sits at the 80th percentile when compared to all CPUs, and its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i9-10900K, are separated by less than 0.3% in average score. This indicates that the 5800X3D is a top-tier performer for its generation, and its age does not hold it back in this title.

The data shows that the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for Inside. The game does not appear to be able to saturate the CPU's capabilities, as evidenced by the consistent frame rates across different resolutions. The limiting factor is always the GPU's rendering speed. However, the CPU's strength ensures that even at the lowest settings and highest frame rates, there is no stutter or frame pacing issue. The system delivers a stable and high-performance experience, with the CPU acting as a silent, powerful partner to the GPU.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Inside?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 296, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra performance compare to the 4K High performance?

A: The 4K Ultra preset averages 76 FPS, while the 4K High preset averages 80 FPS. This is a difference of only 4 FPS, showing a very small performance gap between these two high-end settings.

*Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this configuration for Inside?*

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary factor determining FPS. This is visible in the large drop in performance from Low to Ultra settings at the same resolution. The CPU, with its high single-thread scores, appears to provide a stable foundation without limiting frame rates.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p and 4K on the High preset?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 177. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 80. This represents a 97 FPS difference, with the 4K resolution delivering less than half the frame rate of 1080p.

Q: Does the combo achieve a playable frame rate at the most demanding settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 76. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold commonly considered the standard for smooth gameplay, indicating the combo can handle the game at its maximum visual quality in 4K.

Q: How does the 1440p Medium setting compare to the 4K Medium setting?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 203. At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 128. The 1440p result is 75 FPS higher, or about 58% faster than the 4K result at the same settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined configuration of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 7700 is ranked 1316 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the top half of all systems tested, specifically in the 45.6th percentile. This ranking suggests that while this is a very capable system, there are many other combinations of hardware that can achieve higher frame rates in this specific game.

The ranking is likely influenced by the game's age and low system requirements. Since Inside is a 2016 title, even mid-range modern hardware can run it at very high frame rates. The strong performance of this AMD combo, which excels in many modern games, does not translate to a top-tier ranking in this particular title because the game is not demanding enough to differentiate between high-end components. The bottleneck is not the hardware, but the game's engine and its frame rate limits.

Comparing to its nearest rivals in the overall GPU and CPU benchmarks is insightful. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 27896, is nearly identical in performance to the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27887) and the Intel Core i9-10900K (27872). The GPU, with an average benchmark score of 15852, is closely matched with the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15862) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (16129). While these components are peers in synthetic benchmarks, their ranking in Inside is a function of the entire system. The 1316th rank reflects that many other combos, likely with more powerful GPUs, can push higher frame rates in this non-demanding title. However, it is crucial to note that a rank in the 45th percentile still means the system outperforms more than half of all tested configurations. For a game like Inside, the absolute frame rate is so high that the ranking becomes a matter of academic comparison rather than practical playability.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture and features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. Its boost clock is 2459 MHz. In the context of Inside, the GPU's role is to render the game's distinctive, atmospheric visuals. The data shows that the GPU is the component that scales with the graphics settings, and its performance is the primary driver of the FPS differences between presets.

The GPU's benchmark results are respectable. Its passmark G3D score is 20974, and its passmark DirectX 11 score is 186. These scores, while not top-tier, indicate solid performance. The GPU sits at the 58th percentile compared to all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 9060 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, with performance deltas of -1% and -1.7%, respectively. This places the RX 7700 in a competitive mid-range segment.

The measured FPS data clearly shows the GPU's influence. At 4K, the difference between Low (160 FPS) and Ultra (76 FPS) is 84 FPS, a substantial gap. This demonstrates that the GPU's shading units, texture mapping units, and render output units are heavily utilized when the visual quality is increased. The 16 GB of VRAM is more than sufficient for Inside, a game that does not require a large memory buffer. The high memory bandwidth ensures that texture streaming is not a bottleneck, allowing for smooth performance even at 4K.

The GPU's performance in this game is not about raw compute power but about efficiency. The data indicates that the card is consistently able to deliver high frame rates. The 4K Medium result of 128 FPS is particularly impressive, showing that the GPU can handle a significant resolution like 4K with medium settings and still produce a very high frame rate. The GPU is the workhorse of this system, and its performance scales predictably with the demands of the game. The 200 W TDP and dual-slot design are standard for a card in this class, and its capabilities are well-matched to the CPU, creating a balanced system for Inside.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section provides the exact measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination in Inside.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: Average FPS is 296.
• Medium: Average FPS is 273. The minimum FPS is 232, and the maximum is 314.
• High: Average FPS is 177.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 168.

At 1080p, the system delivers exceptional performance. The gap between Low and High is 119 FPS, showing a significant impact from the graphics settings. The difference between High and Ultra is only 9 FPS, suggesting the Ultra preset is only slightly more demanding than High at this resolution.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: Average FPS is 254.
• Medium: Average FPS is 203. The minimum FPS is 173, and the maximum is 234.
• High: Average FPS is 127.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 121.

The 1440p results show a clear step down from 1080p. The Low setting drops from 296 to 254 FPS, a 42 FPS reduction. The High setting drops from 177 to 127 FPS, a 50 FPS reduction. The scaling from Medium to High is 76 FPS, which is a substantial jump, indicating the High preset has a much larger rendering load than Medium.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: Average FPS is 160.
• Medium: Average FPS is 128. The minimum FPS is 108, and the maximum is 147.
• High: Average FPS is 80.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 76.

At 4K, the system still performs admirably. The Low setting produces 160 FPS, which is a very high frame rate for 4K. The Medium setting is 128 FPS, and the High setting drops to 80 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 76 FPS. The data shows a clear and consistent reduction in performance as resolution and settings increase. The jump from Low to Medium at 4K is 32 FPS, while the jump from Medium to High is 48 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is again small, at only 4 FPS. This pattern suggests that the Ultra preset's additional visual effects have a minimal performance cost compared to High. All measured results confirm that this hardware combination provides a smooth and playable experience across all tested settings and resolutions.