Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the Intel Arc B390 produces a performance profile in Inside that is heavily dictated by graphical settings and resolution, with the integrated graphics solution acting as the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. The data indicates a playable experience at lower resolutions and settings, but frame rates diminish rapidly as graphical demands increase, revealing a system that is balanced towards CPU-heavy tasks rather than high-end gaming.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 156 FPS at 1080p to 112 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 44 FPS, and then further down to 70 FPS at 4K. This scaling shows that even at the lowest graphical preset, the rendering load at 4K nearly halves the performance seen at 1080p, pointing directly at the GPU as the limiting factor.

Moving to Medium settings, the average FPS falls from 125 at 1080p to 90 at 1440p, and then to 56 at 4K. This represents a 55% decrease in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, which is a significant drop that underscores the GPU's inability to maintain high throughput as pixel count increases. For High settings, the trend continues with averages of 78, 56, and 35 FPS across the three resolutions, respectively. The Ultra preset shows the most severe scaling, with averages of 74, 53, and 34 FPS, indicating that the 4K Ultra configuration is the most demanding and yields the lowest performance.

The resolution scaling analysis strongly suggests that the Intel Arc B390, with its system-shared memory and integrated design, is the primary constraint. The CPU, an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT, is demonstrably powerful enough to handle the game's logic and physics at all tested resolutions, as evidenced by the fact that frame rates are still relatively high at 1080p. The consistent and substantial FPS drops at higher resolutions are classic signs of a GPU bottleneck, where the graphics processor cannot render frames fast enough to keep up with the CPU's output.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a 3 nm process node. Its performance in this game is directly tied to its clock speeds and memory configuration. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, and it relies on system-shared memory for both its frame buffer and data storage, with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent". This shared memory setup is a critical factor, as it means the GPU's performance is heavily influenced by the speed and bandwidth of the system's DDR4 memory, which the CPU also uses.

Benchmark results show the Arc B390 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. This low percentile is reflected in its nearest rivals, which include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, GeForce 800M, GT 625 OEM, and GT 710. The data shows this GPU is not designed for high-end gaming, and its performance in Inside confirms this. The GPU's 24 ROPs and 48 TMUs are adequate for simple 2D rendering, but the fill rate and texture rate, while specified, do not translate to high frame rates at demanding settings.

The GPU's role as the performance limiter is most evident when comparing the frame rate differences between Low and Ultra settings at the same resolution. At 1440p, the average FPS jumps from 53 on Ultra to 112 on Low, a difference of 59 FPS. This massive swing in performance based solely on graphical settings indicates that the GPU is the component that is working hardest and buckling under load. The CPU is likely idling, waiting for the GPU to complete its rendering tasks, which is why lowering the resolution or settings yields such substantial frame rate improvements.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is a desktop processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture and codenamed Vermeer. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. This processor is a high-performance part, as evidenced by its benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and a single-core score of 3359. It sits in the 81st percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals being other high-end mobile and desktop chips like the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H and Ryzen 5 9600X.

In the context of Inside, a puzzle platformer that is not typically demanding on CPU resources, the Ryzen 7 5800XT is more than sufficient. The game's logic, collision detection, and physics calculations are easily handled by the 8-core, 16-thread configuration. The high boost clock of 4.80 GHz ensures that single-threaded performance, which is often critical for game logic, is excellent. The CPU's role, therefore, is not a limiting factor in this system.

The data supports this conclusion. The fact that the 4K High setting yields an average of 35 FPS while the 1080p Low setting yields 156 FPS demonstrates that the CPU is not the bottleneck; otherwise, the frame rates would be more consistent across different resolutions. The CPU is capable of delivering high frame rates, but it is being held back by the GPU's inability to render frames quickly enough at higher resolutions. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support are more than adequate for this game's demands.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 156 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth. The Medium preset averages 125 FPS with a minimum of 106 and a maximum of 144 FPS, showing good frame consistency. High settings at 1080p average 78 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 74 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the game is highly playable on all settings, though there is a significant gap between the Low/Medium presets and the High/Ultra presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers an average of 112 FPS, which is still very smooth. The Medium preset averages 90 FPS, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103 FPS. High settings at 1440p average 56 FPS, which is playable but shows a noticeable drop from the 1080p results. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 53 FPS, indicating that this resolution and settings combination pushes the GPU to its limits for a playable experience.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more challenging. The Low preset averages 70 FPS, which is still a decent frame rate. The Medium preset averages 56 FPS, with a minimum of 48 and a maximum of 65 FPS, putting it on the edge of smoothness. High settings at 4K average 35 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 34 FPS. These latter two configurations are likely to feel stuttery and are not ideal for a smooth gameplay experience. The data shows a clear progression: 1080p is excellent, 1440p is good for lower settings, and 4K is only viable on Low or Medium settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and Intel Arc B390 ranks 3296 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places it in the bottom tier of all tested systems, indicating that while it is a functional setup, it is far from being a high-performance gaming configuration. The rank is unsurprising given the GPU's 9th percentile performance rating, which severely hampers the overall gaming capability of the system.

The high rank of the CPU (81st percentile) does little to boost the combo's standing in this game, as the GPU is the clear bottleneck. This ranking reflects the reality that for gaming, the graphics card is often the most critical component, and a weak GPU will hold back even the most powerful CPU. The combo's position in the rankings is a direct consequence of the GPU's limitations, and it serves as a clear indicator that this system is not intended for demanding gaming workloads. The data suggests that for users seeking a better gaming experience, a different GPU would be necessary to unlock the full potential of the Ryzen 7 5800XT.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for playing Inside with this hardware?*

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution. At this resolution, all settings from Low to Ultra achieve an average frame rate above 74 FPS, with Low and Medium reaching 156 and 125 FPS, respectively.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Inside?*

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 4K, the Low preset averages 70 FPS, and Medium averages 56 FPS. The High and Ultra presets average only 35 and 34 FPS, respectively, which are likely too low for a smooth experience.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 perform relative to other GPUs?

A: The Arc B390 sits in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and GeForce 800M, with its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482 being just 1.3% higher than the GT 520MX.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 5800XT is a high-performance CPU, but frame rates drop significantly with increased resolution and settings, indicating the Intel Arc B390 cannot keep up with the CPU's output.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 112 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 53 FPS. This represents a 59 FPS difference, highlighting the significant performance cost of higher graphical settings.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT?

A: The launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is $249.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point. At 1080p, it delivers an average of 125 FPS with good frame pacing (min 106, max 144), providing a smooth and responsive experience. At 1440p, the Medium preset still offers a playable average of 90 FPS, making it the highest settings level that consistently stays above the 60 FPS threshold at that resolution.

Users who prioritize frame rate above all else should select the Low preset. This setting delivers 156 FPS at 1080p and 112 FPS at 1440p, ensuring maximum smoothness. Conversely, the Ultra preset is only recommended for 1080p, where it achieves an average of 74 FPS. At 1440p and above, the Ultra preset's frame rates (53 and 34 FPS) dip below what is generally considered a smooth gaming experience, making it unsuitable for most players. The data indicates that for a stable experience at 4K, only the Low preset (70 FPS) is recommended, as the Medium preset (56 FPS) may be acceptable but is on the edge of playability.