Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing delivers a remarkably consistent experience in Inside, a game that is far more demanding on the GPU than the CPU at higher resolutions. The data shows a combo that is capable of exceeding 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, but which truly shines at lower resolutions where the frame rates become exceptionally high. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, focusing on how the 8-core processor and the RDNA 4.0 graphics card interact to produce these results.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates on the AMD Socket AM4 platform and features a base clock of 3.40 GHz, which can boost up to 4.50 GHz. Its most defining characteristic is the large 96 MB of shared L3 cache, a feature that historically provides significant benefits in gaming workloads. The processor has a TDP of 105 W and supports DDR4 memory via a dual-channel interface, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a single-thread score of 884 in 3dmark and 1452 in Cinebench R23, while its multi-threaded capabilities are shown by scores of 7299 in 3dmark's 16-thread test and 14317 in Cinebench R23 multicore.

In the context of Inside, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU, but its strength is undeniable. The game is a puzzle platformer, a genre that typically does not stress many cores. However, the 5800X3D's high single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3dmark single-thread score of 884, ensures that game logic and physics are handled without bottlenecking the graphics card. The benchmark results indicate this is not a CPU-limited scenario; the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound workload. The processor's 80th percentile ranking versus all CPUs further confirms its capability to feed the GPU with data. Even at 1080p, where CPU bottlenecks are most likely to appear, the frame rates exceed 290 FPS at Low settings, suggesting that the CPU is far from being the limiting factor. The 5800X3D's performance is comparable to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i9-10900K, which have average benchmark scores within a fraction of a percent of the 5800X3D's 27896 average. This places it in a performance tier that is more than adequate for this title.

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

Analyzing the measured FPS data across all resolutions, the "Medium" preset emerges as the optimal choice for a balanced experience, offering a significant jump from "High" while maintaining very high frame rates. At 1080p, Medium yields an average of 247 FPS, which is a substantial 92 FPS (or nearly 60%) higher than High's 155 FPS. This pattern continues at 1440p, where Medium produces 178 FPS compared to High's 111 FPS, and even at 4K, where Medium achieves 112 FPS versus High's 70 FPS. The data also provides a min/max range for the Medium preset, showing a stable frame time with a 1080p range of 210-284 FPS, indicating a consistent experience.

While "Ultra" provides the highest visual quality, the performance cost is significant. At 4K, Ultra drops to 66 FPS, which is only slightly below the Medium preset's 112 FPS. The frame rate difference between Medium and Ultra is less pronounced at lower resolutions; at 1440p, the gap is 72 FPS (178 vs 106), and at 1080p it is 100 FPS (247 vs 147). Given that Inside is a side-scrolling puzzle game, the extra visual fidelity of Ultra might be desirable, but the data suggests that Medium offers the best "sweet spot" for high refresh rate displays. For players with a 144Hz monitor, the Medium preset is the only one that consistently hits or exceeds that refresh rate at 1440p. At 4K, the Medium preset's 112 FPS is ideal for a 120Hz display, while High's 70 FPS is better suited for a standard 60Hz panel.

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

The FPS scaling across resolutions provides clear evidence that the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the primary limiting component in this configuration. By examining the "Low" settings preset, we can isolate the GPU's scaling behavior. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops from 296 to 222, a reduction of 74 FPS (or 25%). Moving from 1440p to 4K, the FPS drops from 222 to 140, a further reduction of 82 FPS (or 37%). This non-linear drop is characteristic of a GPU that is becoming increasingly saturated as pixel count increases. The number of pixels at 4K is 2.25 times that of 1440p, and the observed performance scaling reflects this heightened workload.

This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, with the "Medium" preset, the FPS drops from 247 at 1080p to 178 at 1440p (a 28% drop), and then to 112 at 4K (a 37% drop from 1440p). The consistent ~25-30% performance hit from 1080p to 1440p, and a further ~35-40% hit from 1440p to 4K, strongly indicates that the processor is not the bottleneck. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see a much smaller difference between 1080p and 1440p, and potentially a plateau at higher resolutions. The data shows a steady, predictable decline in frame rates as resolution increases, which is the hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's performance headroom is sufficient to keep up with the GPU's demands even at 1080p, where the RX 9060 is pushing out nearly 300 frames per second.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the comprehensive database of tested CPU and GPU combinations for Inside, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 9060 holds a combo rank of 1681 out of 2887 total combos. This places the system in the top 58% of all tested configurations. Given the game's age (released in 2016) and its relatively modest system requirements, a mid-pack ranking is somewhat expected. The ranking suggests that while this combo is far from the fastest, it is also not a low-end performer. The data indicates that a significant number of other CPU/GPU pairings achieve higher average frame rates.

This rank is likely influenced by the GPU's performance tier. The Radeon RX 9060's average benchmark score is 16014, placing it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Radeon RX 7700, which scores 15852 (1% lower). This indicates the RX 9060 is a solid mid-range performer. The combo's rank of 1681 appears to be a direct consequence of this GPU's position in the market. While the CPU is a high-end part (80th percentile), the GPU holds the system back from achieving a top-tier rank. It is not a poor ranking, but it clarifies that this setup is optimized for high-FPS 1080p and 1440p gaming, rather than being a flagship 4K competitor. The fact that the combo can still achieve 66 FPS at 4K Ultra reflects the efficiency of the overall system, but the rank reflects that many other combos are faster.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the key determinant of frame rates in this system, built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1700 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz and a boost clock of up to 2990 MHz. With 1792 shading units, 112 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, the card is capable of a pixel rate of 191.4 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 334.9 GTexel/s. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and has a TDP of 132 W.

In Inside, the GPU's performance is directly reflected in the measured FPS. The game is not particularly demanding on VRAM, so the 8 GB capacity is not a limiting factor here. The performance scaling across settings is entirely a factor of the GPU's compute and fillrate capabilities. For instance, at 1080p, the jump from Low (296 FPS) to Ultra (147 FPS) represents a 50% reduction in performance, highlighting the cost of the increased shader and texture work. The GPU's 59th percentile ranking and its benchmark scores (e.g., 17631 in Passmark G3D) confirm it as a capable mid-range card. Its performance is closely matched with the RTX 3060 Ti, which suggests that in this game, the RX 9060 provides a similar level of rasterization performance. The 4K results, specifically the 70 FPS at High and 66 FPS at Ultra, show that the GPU is being pushed to its limits at that resolution, but it still manages to deliver a playable experience.

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

The following is the complete set of measured frame rate data for this combo.

1920x1080 (Full HD):

• Low: 296 FPS average
• Medium: 247 FPS average (min 210, max 284)
• High: 155 FPS average
• Ultra: 147 FPS average

At 1080p, the system is massively over-performing. Even the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, achieves a very high 147 FPS. The Low preset's 296 FPS shows the absolute ceiling of this combination, indicating the GPU is not being fully stressed, and the CPU is providing more than enough data. The Medium preset's min FPS of 210 ensures a smooth experience on even the highest refresh rate monitors.

2560x1440 (Quad HD):

• Low: 222 FPS average
• Medium: 178 FPS average (min 151, max 204)
• High: 111 FPS average
• Ultra: 106 FPS average

At 1440p, the performance remains exceptional. The Medium preset remains the best choice for high-refresh gaming, with an average of 178 FPS. The High and Ultra presets, while still well above 100 FPS, show a clear performance cliff compared to Medium, with a difference of 67 FPS between Medium and High. This suggests that the High preset introduces a significant graphical cost for a relatively small visual gain in this title.

3840x2160 (4K UHD):

• Low: 140 FPS average
• Medium: 112 FPS average (min 95, max 128)
• High: 70 FPS average
• Ultra: 66 FPS average

At 4K, the GPU's workload becomes the dominant factor. The Low preset manages 140 FPS, but the more realistic presets for visual quality, such as High, drop to 70 FPS. The Ultra preset yields 66 FPS, barely above 60. The Medium preset provides the best balance at this resolution, offering 112 FPS, which is perfect for a 120Hz display. The min FPS of 95 at 4K Medium indicates that the system maintains a stable performance level without significant dips.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best settings preset for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and AMD Radeon RX 9060 in Inside?*

A: According to the measured data, the "Medium" preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, it yields 247 FPS, at 1440p it yields 178 FPS, and at 4K it yields 112 FPS, all of which are significantly higher than the "High" preset while still being visually robust.

*Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor for this combo in Inside?*

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the limiting component. The frame rates drop consistently and predictably as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS would not scale as significantly with resolution. The CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by the extremely high frame rates at 1080p Low (296 FPS).

Q: How does this combo's performance at 4K Ultra compare to 1080p Low?

A: The performance difference is substantial. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 296 FPS. At 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 66. This represents a 77.7% decrease in performance, clearly illustrating the massive GPU workload increase at higher resolutions and settings.

Q: Can this system handle a 144Hz monitor at 1440p?

A: Yes, but only with the right settings. The "Medium" preset at 1440p achieves an average of 178 FPS, which is above the 144Hz threshold. The "High" and "Ultra" presets, with 111 FPS and 106 FPS respectively, would not fully saturate a 144Hz display.

Q: How does the Radeon RX 9060 compare to its closest rivals based on benchmark scores?

A: The Radeon RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129, a 0.7% difference. It is also closely matched with the AMD Radeon RX 7700, which has a score of 15852, a 1% difference. This places the RX 9060 in a very competitive mid-range performance tier.

Q: What is the combo's overall standing among all tested systems in this game?

A: The combo ranks 1681 out of 2887 tested combinations. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the database, indicating that it outperforms a majority of systems but is not at the top end. This ranking is likely influenced by the GPU's mid-range position, despite the high-end CPU.