Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination sits at rank 1151 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the pairing in the 60th percentile of all systems tested, meaning roughly 40% of configurations deliver higher frame rates in this game. The position is respectable for a mid-range pairing, but the data suggests this combo is not tuned for absolute top-tier performance in this title. Instead, the rank indicates a solid, capable setup that will handle the game comfortably, though it will not compete with high-end enthusiast rigs that dominate the upper ranks of the database.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1151 out of 2887 tested combinations places this system in the upper-middle segment of the performance distribution. This is not a flagship-level result, but it is far from a low-end showing. The rank implies that roughly 60% of tested configurations are faster, which for a puzzle platformer like Inside is more than sufficient to deliver a fluid experience. The data suggests that the bottleneck in this system is not the CPU or GPU individually, but rather the balanced nature of the two components working together, as neither is a top-tier part in its respective category.

The CPU alone holds a percentile rank of 94 among all processors, which is very high. The GPU, in contrast, holds a percentile rank of 71 among all graphics cards. This asymmetry is telling. The processor is a stronger component relative to its peers than the graphics card is relative to its own peers. The combo's overall rank of 1151 is likely pulled down by the GPU's more modest standing. In a game like Inside, which is not graphically demanding by modern standards, the GPU still has to do the heavy lifting for frame output, and the RX 6750 XT, while capable, is not a high-end part. The result is a system that ranks well but not exceptionally so.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 22 chip. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 2150 MHz, with a game clock of 2495 MHz and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. These clocks are relatively high for a mid-range card, which helps explain why the measured frame rates in Inside are as strong as they are. The memory operates at 2250 MHz, or 18 Gbps effective, which is ample for a game with relatively simple textures and geometry.

In the context of Inside, the GPU's role is central. The game is a 2D side-scrolling puzzle platformer, but it uses a 3D engine with dynamic lighting and shadow effects. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 353 FPS, which is a very high number. The GPU's 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs are more than enough to push this game at high frame rates. However, the GPU's performance ceiling becomes apparent at higher resolutions. At 4K with Ultra settings, the frame rate drops to 76 FPS, which is still playable but shows a significant performance cost from the increased pixel count. The 12 GB VRAM is not a limiting factor here, as Inside does not require large texture pools, but the GPU's raw compute power at 13.31 TFLOPS FP32 is what drives these results.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of resolution scaling. From 1080p to 1440p to 4K, the average frame rates drop consistently across all settings. At Low settings, the combo achieves 353 FPS at 1080p, 254 FPS at 1440p, and 160 FPS at 4K. This represents a 28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 37% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not perfectly linear, but the trend is unmistakable: higher resolutions demand more from the GPU, and the frame rate suffers accordingly.

At High settings, the pattern is similar but with lower absolute numbers. The combo hits 177 FPS at 1080p, 127 FPS at 1440p, and 80 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 28% and 37%, respectively, which mirrors the Low settings scaling. This consistency suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution increases. The CPU, which is quite powerful, is not bottlenecking at these resolutions. At Medium settings, the frame rates are 283 FPS at 1080p, 203 FPS at 1440p, and 128 FPS at 4K. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is 28%, and from 1440p to 4K is 37%, again matching the pattern.

The Ultra settings tell a slightly different story. At 1080p, the combo achieves 168 FPS, which drops to 121 FPS at 1440p and 76 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 28% and 37%, respectively. This consistency across all four settings presets indicates that the GPU's workload scales predictably with resolution. The data strongly suggests that the GPU is the limiting component at 1440p and above, as the frame rate drops are directly proportional to the increase in pixel count. At 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU might start to play a more significant role, but the numbers still show the GPU doing most of the work.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across twelve distinct configurations. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average frame rate is 353 FPS. This is the highest measured value in the dataset, indicating that the system can push extremely high frame rates when settings are minimized. At Medium settings, the average drops to 283 FPS, with a minimum of 240 FPS and a maximum of 325 FPS. The min and max values show some variance, but the average is still very high. At High settings, the average is 177 FPS, which is a substantial drop from Medium. At Ultra settings, the average is 168 FPS, which is only slightly lower than High.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease noticeably. At Low settings, the average is 254 FPS. At Medium settings, the average is 203 FPS, with a minimum of 173 FPS and a maximum of 234 FPS. At High settings, the average is 127 FPS. At Ultra settings, the average is 121 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra is small at this resolution, suggesting that the GPU is starting to hit a performance ceiling. At 3840x2160, the frame rates drop further. At Low settings, the average is 160 FPS. At Medium settings, the average is 128 FPS, with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 147 FPS. At High settings, the average is 80 FPS. At Ultra settings, the average is 76 FPS.

The data shows that the combo never drops below 76 FPS in any tested configuration. This is a key finding. Even at 4K with Ultra settings, the system maintains a playable frame rate. The minimum FPS values are only recorded for Medium settings, where the game shows some frame time variance. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 240 FPS, which is still very high. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 173 FPS. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 109 FPS. These minimums indicate that the game never stutters or drops to unplayable levels, even in demanding scenes.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best settings preset for this combo depends on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, all settings presets deliver exceptionally high frame rates. Low settings achieve 353 FPS, Medium achieves 283 FPS, High achieves 177 FPS, and Ultra achieves 168 FPS. For a game like Inside, which is a slow-paced puzzle platformer, frame rates above 60 FPS are more than sufficient. The Ultra preset at 1080p, with 168 FPS average, is the recommended choice for the best visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The difference between High and Ultra is only 9 FPS, so Ultra is the clear winner for visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 121 FPS, which is still very high. High settings deliver 127 FPS, which is only 6 FPS higher. The visual difference between High and Ultra is likely minimal, but the Ultra preset offers the best image quality. With 121 FPS, the system has plenty of headroom for a smooth experience. The Medium preset at 1440p delivers 203 FPS, but the visual quality is noticeably lower. For most players, the Ultra preset at 1440p is the best balance of quality and performance.

At 4K, the situation changes. The Ultra preset delivers 76 FPS, which is playable but not as smooth as higher frame rates. The High preset delivers 80 FPS, which is only 4 FPS higher. The Medium preset delivers 128 FPS, which is a significant improvement. The data suggests that at 4K, the Medium preset is the best choice for a consistently smooth experience. The jump from Medium to High is a 48 FPS drop, which is substantial. The visual difference between Medium and High in Inside is likely not worth that performance cost. For 4K gaming, the Medium preset provides the best balance of visual quality and frame rate.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is a powerful 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The CPU is built on a 4 nm process node and has a 65 W TDP. It features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The CPU's benchmark scores are impressive, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4691 and a multithread score of 36470. Its average benchmark score is 69996, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs.

In the context of Inside, the CPU's role is less critical than the GPU's, but it still matters. The game is not heavily multithreaded, but the CPU's high single-thread performance ensures that the game logic and physics calculations are handled without bottlenecking the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 353 FPS. This is a very high frame rate, and it is likely that the CPU is capable of pushing even higher, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, which scores 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-14700KF, which scores 0.2% lower. These are all very close scores, indicating that the 9700F is a top-tier processor in its class.

The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for Inside. The game does not require high core counts, but the CPU's fast clock speeds and efficient architecture ensure that frame times are consistent. The CPU's Passmark physics score of 2122 suggests that it excels at physics calculations, which is relevant for a game with puzzle elements. The data shows that the CPU is not a bottleneck in this pairing, as the GPU is clearly the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance allows the GPU to output its maximum frame rates.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Inside?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 353 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average frame rate of 76 FPS.

Q: Which settings preset provides the best performance at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low settings preset delivers 254 FPS, but the Medium preset delivers 203 FPS and is the best balance of quality and performance.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The minimum frame rate recorded is 109 FPS, observed at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings.

Q: How does the CPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 69996. It is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i7-14700KF.

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

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as frame rates drop consistently with increasing resolution, while the CPU's high single-thread performance prevents it from bottlenecking the system.