Inside

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Inside, a puzzle platformer with modest graphical demands relative to the hardware’s capabilities. Across all tested resolutions and settings, this combination never drops below 116.6 average FPS, indicating that the game is effectively a non-issue for this hardware at any configuration. The data demonstrates a system that is vastly over-provisioned for the title, with performance scaling that reveals the game’s engine limitations at higher frame rates.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combo in Inside?*

A: This combination ranks 279 out of 1671 tested combos, placing it in the top 16.7% of all configurations in the database for this game.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5900X compare to its nearest CPU rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39453. It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS by 0.7% and the Intel Core i7-13700 by 1%, while leading the AMD EPYC 4245P by 0.2% and the Intel Core i7-13700F by 0.9%.

*Q: What is the maximum average FPS recorded for this combo in Inside?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 316.1, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Does the GPU’s 24 GB of VRAM ever become a limiting factor in this game?

A: No. Inside is not VRAM-intensive based on the performance data. The 24 GB GDDR6 memory is far beyond what the game requires, as even at 4K Ultra settings the average FPS remains above 116.

Q: How does the RX 7900 XTX compare to its nearest GPU rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti?

A: The RX 7900 XTX has an average benchmark score of 44019, which is 2% lower than the RTX 4070 Ti’s score of 44900. However, it outperforms the RTX 4090 Mobile by 0.8% and the Quadro M6000 by 1.6%.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 282.5 FPS while Ultra averages 184.3 FPS, a difference of 98.2 FPS or approximately 53% higher performance on Low settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 279 out of 1671 tested configurations places this system in the upper echelon of all tested hardware pairings for Inside. While this might seem modest given the high-end nature of both components, the rank reflects the game’s low system requirements rather than any deficiency in the hardware. The data shows that many lower-tier combinations can achieve high frame rates in this puzzle platformer, compressing the performance field at the top.

The Ryzen 9 5900X holds a 90th percentile position among all CPUs, while the RX 7900 XTX sits at the 85th percentile among all GPUs. These strong individual standings contribute to the combo’s respectable overall rank. However, the game’s 2D side-scrolling nature and relatively simple rendering demands mean that the gap between this high-end setup and more modest hardware narrows considerably in actual gameplay, which explains why the combo rank does not break into the top 100.

In the context of the database, this rank indicates that while the hardware is objectively powerful, Inside does not provide the computational workload necessary for this combination to distinguish itself from the pack. The game’s release date in 2016 predates both components by several years, and the architectural advantages of Zen 3 and RDNA 3.0 are largely untapped by the title’s engine.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX serves as the primary driver of frame rate performance in Inside, though its vast capabilities are only partially utilized. The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth. While this memory configuration is designed for modern 4K gaming and content creation workloads, the data shows that Inside does not approach these limits.

Clock speeds are substantial: the base clock runs at 1929 MHz, the game clock at 2365 MHz, and the boost clock reaches 2498 MHz. These frequencies, combined with 6144 shading units and 192 ROPs, provide a theoretical pixel rate of 479.6 GPixel/s. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo produces 116.6 average FPS, which suggests the GPU is operating well below its maximum throughput.

The benchmark data reveals an interesting pattern: at 1080p Low settings, the average FPS reaches 316.1, but at 4K Ultra it falls to 116.6. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings, but even then, the performance remains exceptionally smooth. The GPU’s 85th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44019, confirms its high-end status. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 580, scores nearly identically at 44195, a delta of only 0.4%, though that comparison is based on synthetic benchmarks rather than this game’s specific workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers outstanding results across the board: Low settings average 316.1 FPS, Medium 292.4 FPS, High 245.2 FPS, and Ultra 237.8 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 78.3 FPS, indicating that even the highest settings at 1080p cannot meaningfully challenge this hardware.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains exceptionally high. Low settings produce 282.5 average FPS, Medium 264 FPS, High 190.2 FPS, and Ultra 184.3 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 10-20% performance depending on the preset, which is a modest penalty given the resolution increase. The Ultra preset at 1440p still maintains over 184 FPS, far exceeding the needs of any standard display.

At 3840x2160, the demands increase more substantially. Low settings average 241.3 FPS, Medium 190.9 FPS, High 122.2 FPS, and Ultra 116.6 FPS. The drop from Medium to High at 4K is particularly pronounced, a 68.7 FPS reduction, suggesting that the High preset introduces effects that significantly impact GPU workload. Even at the most demanding configuration tested, the average FPS remains above 116, which is sufficient for high refresh rate 4K gaming.

The data shows a consistent pattern: resolution scaling follows expected trends, and settings scaling is most impactful at 4K. At 1080p, the CPU may begin to limit performance at Low settings, given the 316.1 FPS ceiling, but the overall experience is uniformly excellent.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X provides substantial computational headroom that prevents any processor-related bottlenecks in Inside. With 12 cores and 24 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, this CPU offers far more parallelism than the game can utilize. The base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz ensure strong single-threaded performance, which is more relevant for a puzzle platformer than multi-core throughput.

The CPU’s benchmark results support this analysis. In Cinebench R23, the 5900X scores 33150 in multi-core and 4680 in single-core, indicating excellent performance in both metrics. The 3DMark scores show scaling from 941 in single-thread to 10075 in max threads, demonstrating efficient core utilization. However, Inside is not a CPU-intensive title, so these capabilities are largely held in reserve.

The 64 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide ample bandwidth for game data, though the game’s modest asset sizes likely do not stress these resources. The CPU’s 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39453, confirms its position as a high-end desktop processor. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 4245P, scores nearly identically at 39383, a delta of just 0.2%, though that comparison reflects synthetic workloads rather than gaming performance.

In the context of Inside, the CPU’s role is primarily to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, where GPU load is minimal, the system reaches 316.1 FPS, which may approach the engine’s frame rate limit. This suggests the CPU is capable of sustaining very high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and display refresh rate. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver exceptional performance, with even Ultra settings averaging 237.8 FPS. For users with 240Hz displays, the Medium preset at 292.4 FPS or High at 245.2 FPS provides the best combination of visual quality and frame rate headroom. The Low preset’s 316.1 FPS offers marginal gains that are unlikely to be perceptible on most monitors.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 190.2 FPS and Ultra at 184.3 FPS both provide excellent experiences for 144Hz or 165Hz displays. The Medium preset at 264 FPS is preferable for 240Hz monitors, offering a 73.8 FPS advantage over High while maintaining reasonable visual quality. The performance difference between High and Ultra at this resolution is only 5.9 FPS, so users with 144Hz displays can safely enable Ultra for the best visuals.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 190.9 FPS is the clear recommendation for high refresh rate 4K gaming, as it provides substantially better performance than High at 122.2 FPS while remaining visually acceptable. For 120Hz displays, the High preset at 122.2 FPS is nearly perfect, offering 2.2 FPS of headroom above the refresh rate. The Ultra preset at 116.6 FPS is slightly below 120Hz but still provides a smooth experience on most 4K displays.

The data indicates that the Medium preset across all resolutions offers the most balanced experience, delivering 292.4 FPS at 1080p, 264 FPS at 1440p, and 190.9 FPS at 4K. This suggests that Medium settings are the optimal choice for maintaining high frame rates while preserving visual fidelity, particularly at higher resolutions where the gap between presets widens.