Inside

Inside is a 2016 puzzle platformer that, by its nature, places modest demands on modern hardware. The benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination reflects this, showing a system that is largely GPU-limited at higher settings but capable of very high frame rates at lower presets. The measured results reveal a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings, with the data indicating that the choice of graphics preset is far more impactful than resolution scaling for this particular title.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D + Intel Arc B370 in Inside?

A: Based on the measured FPS, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, it delivers an average of 113 FPS, which is a significant step up from the High preset's 70 FPS, while still maintaining a substantial lead over the Ultra preset's 67 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one with measured minimum and maximum FPS values, showing a range of 96 to 130 FPS at 1080p.

Q: How does the combo rank among other tested systems for this game?

A: The combo ranks 2654 out of 2887 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom portion of the overall ranking, indicating that while the system can run the game, its absolute performance level is not competitive with the majority of other tested hardware configurations in the database.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU more of a limiting factor in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The Intel Arc B370 has a very low benchmark percentile of 5, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184 is comparable to older, less capable graphics cards. The CPU, with a 92nd percentile ranking, is far more powerful, indicating that the graphics processor is what holds back frame rates, especially at higher settings.

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

A: The difference is substantial. At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves an average of 101 FPS, while the Ultra preset only manages 48 FPS. This represents a drop of over half the frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings, highlighting the significant cost of the Ultra preset's visual effects on this GPU.

Q: Does the game scale better with resolution or with settings changes?

A: The data indicates that settings changes have a more dramatic impact on performance than resolution changes. For example, at 1080p, moving from High to Low increases average FPS from 70 to 141, a change of 71 FPS. In contrast, moving from 1080p High to 1440p High only decreases FPS from 70 to 51, a change of 19 FPS. The gap widens further at 4K, where the High preset drops to 32 FPS.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest average frame rate recorded is 30 FPS, which occurs at the 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the Ultra settings preset. The High preset at 4K is only slightly better, achieving an average of 32 FPS, showing that 4K resolution is not a viable option for this combo at high visual fidelity.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is a high-end desktop processor built on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Granite Ridge. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The processor has a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a key characteristic of the X3D series and is beneficial for gaming workloads. Its benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22807 and a single-core score of 2228, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs.

In the context of Inside, the CPU's role is to ensure a consistent frame delivery, but the data shows it is not the bottleneck. The game is a puzzle platformer with relatively simple geometry and physics, so it does not stress the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D's performance is more than sufficient to feed the GPU. The measured FPS patterns, where performance drops significantly with increased resolution and settings, are classic signs of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's high PassMark single-thread score of 4704 further supports the conclusion that processing power is not limiting frame rates in this title.

The processor's memory support includes DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which is ample for this game's data requirements. The 120W TDP and 4nm process node indicate a modern, efficient design, but these factors do not directly translate to higher frame rates in a GPU-bound title. The CPU's performance headroom means that frame time variance will likely be minimal, allowing the GPU to operate as the primary determinant of the final FPS. The benchmark results show that even at 1080p Low, where the GPU is least stressed, the system only reaches 141 FPS, a number that is still well within the CPU's capability.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data for this combo in Inside strongly suggests that the Medium preset is the optimal choice for most users. It provides a significant performance uplift over the High and Ultra presets while maintaining a higher level of visual fidelity than the Low preset. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset achieves an average of 113 FPS, a 61% increase over the High preset's 70 FPS and a 69% increase over the Ultra preset's 67 FPS. This makes the game feel significantly smoother and more responsive.

The Medium preset also has the advantage of being the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p, the frame rate ranges from 96 to 130, indicating a stable experience without major stutters or frame drops. This stability is crucial for a puzzle platformer where precise timing is required. The Low preset offers even higher performance, with 141 FPS at 1080p and 101 FPS at 1440p, but it sacrifices visual quality, which can detract from the game's atmospheric presentation.

For users with 1440p monitors, the Medium preset is again the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 81 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 1440p drops to 51 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. At 4K resolution, all presets struggle, with the best option being Low at 64 FPS. However, 4K gaming with this GPU is not recommended, as even the Low preset produces a lower frame rate than the Medium preset does at 1440p. The Ultra preset is consistently the worst performer, offering no measurable benefit in visual quality that justifies the substantial frame rate penalty across all resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination is ranked 2654 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the 8th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a low-performance pairing for this game. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's capabilities, as the Arc B370 is a very low-power integrated graphics solution. Its average benchmark score of 1184 and 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs puts it in a performance class with much older discrete graphics cards.

The CPU, in contrast, is a top-tier processor. Its average benchmark score of 58386 places it in the 92nd percentile, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14900 and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470. The deltaPct values for these rivals are very small, ranging from -0.7% to 0.5%, indicating that the Ryzen 7 9850X3D's processing power is essentially on par with other high-end desktop and mobile chips. This massive disparity between the CPU's high ranking and the GPU's low ranking confirms that the graphics processor is the sole reason for the combo's low overall position.

The combo's rank of 2654 is a direct consequence of the GPU's limitations. In a game like Inside, which is not CPU-intensive, a powerful processor cannot compensate for a weak graphics solution. The data shows that the system's performance is capped by the GPU's ability to render frames, regardless of the CPU's potential. This ranking serves as a clear indicator that this configuration is not suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming or for running the game at high resolutions and settings.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, part of the Panther Lake generation. It features 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, with a FP32 performance of 6.144 TFLOPS. The memory is designated as "System Shared," meaning it uses a portion of the system's main memory rather than dedicated VRAM, with bandwidth being "System Dependent."

This GPU is clearly not designed for high-end gaming. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark score is 1184, and its nearest rivals are significantly older graphics cards like the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M. The deltaPct values for these rivals are all within a range of -0.7% to 1.4%, confirming that the Arc B370's raw performance is comparable to a decade-old mid-range discrete GPU. The 25W TDP and IGP slot width further underscore its low-power, integrated nature.

In Inside, the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution and settings increase, which is typical of a GPU-bound workload. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 141 FPS, but this drops to 67 FPS at 1080p Ultra. At 4K, the performance falls to 32 FPS on High and 30 FPS on Ultra, making the game borderline unplayable at those settings. The GPU's limited pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is insufficient to handle the increased pixel count at higher resolutions, leading to significant frame rate drops.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the system performs best. The Low preset achieves an average of 141 FPS. The Medium preset is next with an average of 113 FPS, and its measured range is between 96 and 130 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 70 FPS. The Ultra preset is the slowest at 1080p, with an average of 67 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease by approximately 28-31% across all presets. The Low preset still provides a smooth experience with an average of 101 FPS. The Medium preset averages 81 FPS, with a measured range of 69 to 93 FPS. The High preset averages 51 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 48 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. The Low preset is the only playable option, with an average of 64 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 51 FPS, with a measured range of 43 to 59 FPS. The High preset averages 32 FPS, and the Ultra preset is the worst performer overall, with an average of only 30 FPS. The data indicates that 4K gaming is not a practical option for this combo, as even the lowest settings cannot maintain a solid 60 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is steep and clearly demonstrates the GPU's limitations. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 70 FPS at 1080p to 51 FPS at 1440p, and then to 32 FPS at 4K. This represents a 27% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 37% drop from 1440p to 4K. The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 54%.

This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering load increases with the number of pixels. The Arc B370's limited pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth, which is "System Dependent," become increasingly strained as resolution increases. The fact that the CPU is highly capable, with a 92nd percentile ranking, confirms that the frame rate drops are not due to processor limitations. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat across resolutions.

The data also shows that the resolution scaling is consistent across all settings. For instance, at the Medium preset, the frame rate drops from 113 FPS at 1080p to 81 FPS at 1440p, and then to 51 FPS at 4K. This reinforces the conclusion that the GPU is the limiting component. The system's inability to maintain 60 FPS at 1440p on High settings, and its failure to do so at 4K on any setting, highlights the need for a more powerful discrete GPU for higher-resolution gaming. The low resolution of 1080p is the only one where the system can fully exploit its performance potential, and even then, only at the Low and Medium presets.