Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a remarkably robust experience in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings are exceptionally high, indicating that this hardware pairing is far more powerful than the game’s demands. The data reveals a system that excels at high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming while remaining fully capable at 4K, though the performance scaling characteristics expose distinct bottlenecks depending on the resolution and graphical preset selected.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is a desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, utilizing 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.80 GHz, with a boost clock reaching 5.30 GHz. This high single-thread performance is critical for a game like Inside, which is a side-scrolling puzzle platformer that typically relies heavily on a single primary thread for game logic and physics. The CPU’s 3dmark_single_thread score of 1049 and passmark_single_thread score of 4063 suggest strong per-core capabilities, which translate directly to the high minimum frame rates observed in the data, even at lower resolutions where the GPU is less burdened.

The processor’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s ensure that data flows efficiently to the cores. Benchmark results indicate the Ryzen 7 7700 is a top-tier performer, ranking in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. Its cinebench_r23_multicore score of 29302 shows immense multi-threaded headroom, but in Inside, the 8-core/16-thread configuration is likely underutilized. The game’s modest threading demands mean that the CPU’s advantage over its closest rivals is not a primary factor in the final frame rates.

Examining the nearest rivals clarifies the CPU’s standing. The Ryzen 7 7700’s average benchmark score is 40468, which is 0.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H and 0.5% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365. It is also 0.6% faster than the Intel Core i9-13905H and 1.2% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T. These deltas are minuscule, indicating that in a CPU-light title like Inside, any of these processors would produce nearly identical results. The data suggests that the Ryzen 7 7700’s high clock speeds are more than sufficient to keep the RTX 3070 fed, particularly at 1080p where the CPU’s ability to issue draw calls becomes more relevant. The processor’s 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node also suggest efficient power delivery, though its low utilization in this game means its full potential is never taxed.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, built on the Ampere architecture with an 8 nm process, is the primary driver of the frame rates in Inside. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1500 MHz, with a boost clock of 1725 MHz. For a 2016 title with simple 2D and 3D elements, this GPU is massively overqualified. The RTX 3070’s 5888 shading units and 96 ROPs handle the game’s rendering with ease, as evidenced by the high average FPS values across all test scenarios.

The GPU’s performance is strong, ranking in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its passmark_g3d score is 22214, and its 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score is 3162. The VRAM capacity is a non-issue here; Inside has minimal texture memory requirements, so the 8 GB frame buffer will never be a limitation. The data indicates that the RTX 3070’s role is to provide headroom, not to struggle for performance. This is particularly evident at 1080p Low, where the system achieves a staggering 371.1 FPS.

Comparing the RTX 3070 to its nearest rivals shows a tight cluster of performance. Its average benchmark score is 28238, which is 0.9% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT and 1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti. It trails slightly behind the AMD FirePro S7150 by 0.6% and the AMD Radeon R9 M295X by 1.1%. These differences are statistically insignificant in the context of a game like Inside, where frame rates are already well beyond display refresh rates. The GPU’s 220 W TDP and 1x 12-pin power connector are standard for this class, but again, the load in this game is light, meaning the GPU is likely not consuming its maximum power draw.

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

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture for settings optimization. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 188.1 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 178.3 FPS. The difference between these two is only 9.8 FPS, or about 5.5%, yet Ultra likely includes additional visual effects that enhance the atmospheric lighting and shadows that define Inside’s moody aesthetic. Given that both presets are far above the 144 Hz refresh rate threshold, the Ultra preset is the better choice for 1080p, as it provides a marginal visual upgrade without any perceptible penalty in smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 133.4 FPS, while Ultra drops to 130.8 FPS. This 2.6 FPS difference is negligible, making the Ultra preset the clear recommendation for those wanting the best visual quality. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 216.7 FPS, which is unnecessarily high for most displays and sacrifices visual fidelity for no practical benefit. At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 88.2 FPS, while Ultra averages 79.8 FPS. The 8.4 FPS difference between High and Ultra is more pronounced, but both are playable on a 60 Hz display. For 4K, the High preset offers a good balance, as the jump to Ultra yields diminishing returns relative to the performance cost.

The data suggests that Low settings are never necessary for playability, as even 4K Low produces 168.9 FPS. However, for maximum visual immersion, the Ultra preset is recommended at 1080p and 1440p, and the High preset is recommended for 4K. Overall, the system has so much headroom that users can prioritize visual fidelity without worrying about frame rate dips, making the Ultra preset the default choice for most scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 638 out of 1671 tested combos in Inside. This places the pairing in the top 38% of all systems tested for this game. While this might seem low given the high frame rates, the ranking reflects that many other combos feature newer or more powerful GPUs that achieve even higher scores. The data implies that the RTX 3070 is the limiting factor in this pairing, as the Ryzen 7 7700’s CPU performance is more than adequate for the game’s logic.

The 638 rank confirms the RTX 3070’s age; it was released in 2020 and is now end-of-life. Newer GPUs like the RTX 40-series and RX 7000-series likely dominate the top ranks. However, the actual measured performance is stellar. The combo’s percentile ranking among GPUs (72nd) is lower than the CPU’s (91st), confirming that the GPU is the weaker link. In a game with such low graphical demands, the rank is more about raw GPU compute power than real-world playability. The data shows that this combo is still highly capable, but the rank indicates there is significant headroom in the GPU market for those seeking even higher frame rates.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings for this combo?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 178.3 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the Ryzen 7 7700 compared to the Intel Core i9-13905H?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700 has an average benchmark score of 40468, which is 0.6% higher than the Intel Core i9-13905H’s score of 40712, meaning the Ryzen is actually slightly faster.

Q: Does the RTX 3070 have more or less bandwidth than the RX 6600 XT?

A: The RTX 3070 has 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth, but the FACT PACK does not provide the bandwidth for the RX 6600 XT, so a direct comparison cannot be made.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in any test?

A: The highest average FPS is 371.1 at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: At what resolution does the Ultra preset drop below 100 FPS?

A: At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 79.8 FPS, which is below 100 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 130.8 FPS, and at 1920x1080, it averages 178.3 FPS.

Q: What is the RTX 3070’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 3070 ranks in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 371.1 FPS on Low, 301.8 FPS on Medium, 188.1 FPS on High, and 178.3 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Medium is a 69.3 FPS drop, while the drop from Medium to High is 113.7 FPS, and from High to Ultra is only 9.8 FPS. This suggests that the High preset is the first to introduce significant graphical load, while Ultra adds only marginal effects.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 270.4 FPS on Low, 216.7 FPS on Medium, 133.4 FPS on High, and 130.8 FPS on Ultra. The differences are more linear here, with a 53.7 FPS drop from Low to Medium, an 83.3 FPS drop from Medium to High, and a 2.6 FPS drop from High to Ultra. The minimal difference between High and Ultra at 1440p indicates that the Ultra preset’s additional effects are not heavily taxing the GPU at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the averages are 168.9 FPS on Low, 139.1 FPS on Medium, 88.2 FPS on High, and 79.8 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Medium is 29.8 FPS, from Medium to High is 50.9 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 8.4 FPS. The data shows that even at 4K, the combo remains highly playable, with the minimum tested average being 79.8 FPS on Ultra. Across all resolutions, the Low preset offers the highest frame rates, but the Ultra preset consistently provides a playable experience, except at 4K where it dips below 80 FPS.

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

The resolution scaling behavior reveals critical insights into the bottleneck characteristics of this combo. Comparing the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 371.1 at 1080p to 270.4 at 1440p, a 27.1% reduction, and then to 168.9 at 4K, a further 37.5% reduction from 1440p. This scaling is steep, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The RTX 3070’s 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated more as pixel count increases, even for a simple game.

For the High preset, the FPS drops from 188.1 at 1080p to 133.4 at 1440p (a 29.1% drop) and then to 88.2 at 4K (a 33.9% drop from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across resolutions suggest that the GPU’s fillrate is the bottleneck. The CPU’s performance is not degrading with resolution, as its workload remains constant; instead, the GPU’s pixel processing power (165.6 GPixel/s) is what limits the frame rate at higher resolutions.

The Ultra preset shows the most pronounced scaling, with 178.3 FPS at 1080p, 130.8 FPS at 1440p, and 79.8 FPS at 4K. The 55.2% drop from 1080p to 4K is the largest of any preset, indicating that the Ultra effects, likely including higher-resolution shadows and post-processing, place a disproportionate load on the GPU’s compute units. This confirms that the RTX 3070 is the limiting component in this pairing. The Ryzen 7 7700, with its 3dmark_8_threads score of 6933, has ample headroom to process the game’s logic at any resolution. The data implies that if a stronger GPU were paired with this CPU, the frame rates at 4K could be significantly higher, as the CPU is not the constraining factor.