Inside

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer, with the data showing that even at 4K Ultra settings, the system maintains an average of 85 FPS. The measured results indicate that this pairing is dramatically overqualified for the title, creating a scenario where the GPU becomes the primary scaling factor as resolution increases, while the CPU’s high-frequency Zen 5 architecture ensures the frame pacing never falters.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 397 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 285 FPS, a reduction of 112 FPS, and at 4K Low, the average falls further to 179 FPS. This pattern demonstrates that even at the lowest graphical preset, the rendering load increases significantly with pixel count, directly impacting the frame rate.

The scaling behavior is more pronounced at higher settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 189, which drops to 136 FPS at 1440p Ultra and then to 85 FPS at 4K Ultra. This represents a 55% decrease in average FPS from 1080p to 4K at the Ultra preset. The data suggests that the RTX 3070 Ti is the limiting component at higher resolutions, as the frame rate drop is consistent with the increased pixel throughput required by the 3840x2160 resolution.

Interestingly, the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low (397 FPS) and Ultra (189 FPS) is 208 FPS. At 4K, this gap shrinks to 94 FPS, with Low producing 179 FPS and Ultra producing 85 FPS. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily tasked that the additional graphical features of the Ultra preset have a smaller relative impact on performance compared to the resolution itself.

The Medium preset provides the only complete data set with minimum and maximum FPS values across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 317 FPS with a minimum of 270 FPS and a maximum of 365 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 228 FPS with a minimum of 194 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 143 FPS with a minimum of 122 FPS and a maximum of 165 FPS. These figures show that even the minimum FPS at 4K Medium (122 FPS) is far above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating a fluid experience regardless of resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is a desktop processor from the 9000 series, built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Granite Ridge codename. 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’s L3 cache is 96 MB shared, which is substantial for gaming workloads. Its benchmark results show a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22807 and a single-core score of 2228, placing it in the 92nd percentile against all CPUs.

In the context of Inside, a game with modest CPU demands due to its 2016 release date, the processor’s high single-core performance is more relevant than its multi-core capabilities. The single-core score of 2228 in Cinebench R23 indicates strong per-thread performance, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates in games that rely on a primary rendering thread. The boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that this single-threaded workload is processed with minimal latency.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s with dual-channel DDR5 support, which provides ample bandwidth for the game’s data streaming needs. The PassMark single-thread score of 4704 further confirms the processor’s capability in lightly-threaded scenarios. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 397 FPS, a frame rate that is far beyond what the GPU can render at higher resolutions, suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck even at these extreme frame rates.

The processor’s 120 W TDP and 4 nm process node from TSMC indicate efficient power delivery, though this is less relevant to the game’s performance than the architectural efficiency of Zen 5. The nearest rivals based on average benchmark score include the Intel Core i9-14900 with a deltaPct of 0.5%, showing that the 9850X3D is competitive with top-tier desktop processors. However, for Inside, the CPU’s role is to provide consistent frame delivery without stutters, and the data shows it excels in this regard.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with the GA104 chip, manufactured on Samsung’s 8 nm process. It has 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1575 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus providing a bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s. The memory clock is rated at 1188 MHz with 19 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU’s performance metrics show a PassMark G3D score of 23356, placing it in the 75th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile with a deltaPct of 0.1% and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 with a deltaPct of -0.5%, indicating that the RTX 3070 Ti sits in a competitive performance tier. The FP32 compute rating of 21.75 TFLOPS and texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s demonstrate substantial rasterization capabilities.

In Inside, the GPU’s VRAM capacity of 8 GB is not a limiting factor, as the game’s art style relies on simple geometry and lighting effects rather than high-resolution textures. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the primary determinant of performance at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 85, which is 21 FPS lower than the 4K High average of 90 FPS. This 5 FPS difference between High and Ultra at 4K suggests that the Ultra preset introduces additional graphical effects that tax the GPU’s shading units.

The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s is more than sufficient for the game’s data transfer needs, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1440p. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478 provides a synthetic benchmark comparison, but the real-world data shows that the RTX 3070 Ti is capable of delivering over 140 FPS at 1440p High settings, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors. The GPU’s power consumption is rated at 290 W TDP, with a suggested PSU of 600 W, though these figures do not directly impact the game’s performance metrics.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 799th out of 2887 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the top 27.7% of all configurations. This ranking is surprisingly modest given the high frame rates measured, which can be attributed to the fact that many other tested combos may include more powerful GPUs that achieve even higher FPS in this undemanding title.

The combo’s rank is influenced by the CPU’s strong benchmark scores, with an average benchmark score of 58386 and a percentile of 92 against all CPUs. However, the GPU’s percentile of 75 against all GPUs is lower, which likely contributes to the combo’s mid-tier ranking. The data indicates that the RTX 3070 Ti is the weaker link in this pairing for Inside, as the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far more frames than it can render at higher resolutions.

Compared to other combos, the system’s performance is limited by the GPU’s rasterization throughput. The nearest GPU rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800, has a deltaPct of -0.5%, meaning the RTX 3070 Ti is roughly equivalent in overall GPU benchmarks. This suggests that combos pairing the 9850X3D with a higher-tier GPU would likely rank significantly better, as the CPU would not be the limiting factor.

The rank of 799 out of 2887 combos indicates that while this system is far from the top, it is still in the upper third of all configurations tested. For a game like Inside, which does not require current-generation hardware, this combo provides an excellent experience, but the data shows that the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and mid-range positioning prevent it from reaching the top echelons of the benchmark database.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance. At 1440p Medium, the system achieves an average of 228 FPS with a minimum of 194 FPS, providing a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset at 4K also delivers an average of 143 FPS with a minimum of 122 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for a playable experience.

The Low preset provides the highest frame rates, with 397 FPS at 1080p and 179 FPS at 4K, but the visual fidelity of the game’s atmospheric puzzle-platformer design would be diminished. The High preset at 1440p averages 143 FPS, which is identical to the 4K Medium average, indicating that the High preset at 1440p is a valid alternative for those prioritizing visual quality over raw frame rates.

The Ultra preset yields the lowest performance, with 189 FPS at 1080p and 85 FPS at 4K. While 85 FPS at 4K is still playable, the frame rate drop from High to Ultra at 4K (from 90 FPS to 85 FPS) suggests that the Ultra preset’s additional effects do not justify the 5 FPS loss. The data shows that the Medium preset at 1440p provides a 92 FPS advantage over Ultra at the same resolution, making it the recommended choice for most users.

For users with 4K displays, the Medium preset is the optimal choice, as it provides 143 FPS average, which is 58 FPS higher than Ultra and 47 FPS higher than High. The minimum FPS of 122 at 4K Medium ensures that frame times remain consistent, avoiding any noticeable stutters. The Low preset at 4K offers 179 FPS, but the reduced graphical settings may detract from the game’s visual storytelling.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 143 FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings, providing a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate gaming.

Q: How does the CPU’s single-core performance compare to its multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D scores 2228 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 22807 in multi-core, showing that its single-thread performance is sufficient for Inside’s rendering demands.

Q: Is 8 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game at 4K?

A: Yes, the 8 GB GDDR6X memory on the RTX 3070 Ti is adequate, as the game achieves 85 FPS at 4K Ultra without any apparent VRAM-related issues.

Q: What is the best preset for a 1440p 144Hz monitor?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 228 FPS with a minimum of 194 FPS, which is well above 144Hz and provides the best combination of smoothness and visual quality.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 799th out of 2887 combos for Inside, placing it in the top 27.7% of all tested systems.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 397 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 189 FPS, a difference of 208 FPS in favor of Low settings.