Inside

Inside is a 2D puzzle-platformer from 2016, and the benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combo shows a title that is exceptionally well-optimized, scaling across a wide range of resolutions and settings. The measured frames per second (FPS) indicate that this hardware pairing is capable of delivering extremely high performance, often far exceeding the refresh rates of standard displays. The analysis below breaks down how the system behaves across different resolutions, the roles of the CPU and GPU, and offers specific settings recommendations based on the measured data.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a predictable yet steep scaling curve as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the highest preset (Ultra), the average frame rate drops from 159 FPS at 1080p to 114 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 45 FPS. Moving to 4K, the average falls further to 72 FPS. This indicates that the rendering load is heavily tied to pixel count, which is expected for a game that relies on the GPU for its visual effects and post-processing.

The scaling pattern is more pronounced at lower settings. At the Low preset, the average FPS goes from 318 at 1080p to 239 at 1440p and then to 150 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at Low settings is significantly larger than at Ultra settings, suggesting that when the GPU is less burdened by graphical effects, its raw pixel throughput becomes the primary limiting factor. The data shows the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory interface are sufficient for all tested configurations, as the game does not appear to be memory-constrained even at 4K.

The frame rate deltas between resolutions also highlight the efficiency of the game engine. The difference between 1440p and 4K at Medium settings is 72 FPS (192 vs. 120), while the difference between 1080p and 1440p at the same preset is 74 FPS (266 vs. 192). This near-linear scaling suggests a well-balanced workload that doesn't introduce sudden bottlenecks. For users with high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors, the data shows that this combo can easily push past the 144 FPS mark at Medium settings, while 4K users will need to compromise on visual fidelity to achieve higher frame rates.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. Its benchmark scores are formidable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26017 and a single-core score of 1614. The data shows a 3DMark 16-thread score of 10810, which is significantly higher than the 2-thread score of 1856, indicating strong multi-threaded scaling. However, the game's performance is more likely tied to the processor's strong single-thread performance, reflected in its Geekbench single-core score of 2083.

Given the high average FPS measured in Inside, even at 4K Ultra (72 FPS), the CPU is not a bottleneck in this title. The Ryzen 9 5950X's boost clock of 4.90 GHz provides ample speed for the game's logic and physics, which are typically not heavily threaded. The 3DMark single-thread score of 944 further supports the notion that this processor excels in tasks that rely on a single core. The CPU's performance percentile of 91 versus all CPUs places it in the top tier, but its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i9-13900F with a deltaPct of 0.4, show that it is not the absolute fastest in synthetic benchmarks.

In practice, the 5950X's role in Inside is to ensure that frame times remain consistent, preventing stutters. The data shows no signs of CPU limitation, as the FPS at 1080p Low (318 FPS) is incredibly high, a scenario where CPU overhead is most likely to surface. The processor's 64 MB of L3 cache likely helps with data locality, reducing latency. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU, allowing the RTX 4060 to operate at its full potential across all tested settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, it provides a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The GPU's boost clock of 2460 MHz and a base clock of 1830 MHz are key to its performance. Its benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 19545 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 95057, place it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, indicating a solid mid-range performer.

The RTX 4060's role is clearly the bottleneck at higher resolutions. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, and the GPU is responsible for processing the increased pixel count. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 72, which is playable but not ideal for competitive or high-refresh-rate gaming. The GPU's FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS is sufficient for this title's visual effects, but the 128-bit memory bus limits memory bandwidth, which can impact performance at 4K.

The data shows that the GPU scales well with settings changes. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 159 FPS (318 vs. 159), indicating a significant performance cost for the higher-quality shadows, textures, and effects. The RTX 4060's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon 780M with a deltaPct of 0.3, are integrated graphics, highlighting the discrete GPU's superiority. For this game, the RTX 4060 provides a smooth experience at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but users aiming for 4K will need to lower the preset to Medium to maintain playable frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the performance is exceptional. The Low preset achieves an average of 318 FPS, Medium hits 266 FPS with a minimum of 226 FPS, High reaches 167 FPS, and Ultra is at 159 FPS. All of these figures are far above the 60 FPS standard, and even the minimum frame rates for Medium (226 FPS) are extremely high.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear step down. The Low preset averages 239 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium averages 192 FPS with a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 220 FPS, providing a very smooth experience. High drops to 120 FPS, and Ultra settles at 114 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1440p is a sweet spot for this combo, offering a balance between visual quality and high frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more moderate. The Low preset still manages an average of 150 FPS, which is impressive for 4K. Medium averages 120 FPS, with a minimum of 102 FPS and a maximum of 138 FPS, ensuring a consistent experience. High drops to 75 FPS, and Ultra falls to 72 FPS. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, users should opt for Medium settings to stay comfortably above 60 FPS, while High and Ultra presets are playable but may not be optimal for fast-paced action. The combo rank in game is 1920 out of 3716, placing it in the top half of tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 167 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 capable of 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, the data shows that at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 120, and with Low settings it is 150. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 72 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5950X perform in multi-threaded benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 9 5950X scores 26017 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 10810 in 3DMark 16-thread tests, indicating strong multi-threaded performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 163 FPS, with an average of 192 FPS.

Q: Which is the limiting component at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as the average FPS drops to 72 at 4K Ultra, while the CPU is more than capable of handling the workload at lower resolutions.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rival in benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, which is slightly higher than the AMD Radeon HD 7790's 17666, with a deltaPct of -0.2.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, all presets are viable, but the High preset offers a great balance between image quality and performance, with an average of 167 FPS. Ultra is also excellent at 159 FPS, but the visual gains over High may be marginal for the slight performance loss. For users with 1440p monitors, the Medium preset is the best recommendation, delivering an average of 192 FPS with a minimum of 163 FPS, which ensures a smooth experience on most high-refresh-rate displays. High settings at 1440p are also good, with 120 FPS, but Medium provides a more comfortable margin.

For 4K resolution, the Medium preset is the clear winner. It provides an average of 120 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum of 102 FPS ensures no major dips. The Low preset at 4K achieves 150 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant. High and Ultra presets at 4K are playable at 75 and 72 FPS respectively, but they are not recommended for users who prefer a smoother experience. Therefore, the data suggests that the best overall experience is at 1440p with Medium settings, as it offers high frame rates with a good visual quality trade-off. Alternatively, for maximum visual fidelity, 1080p with Ultra settings provides a near-flawless experience at 159 FPS.