Inside

Inside is a 2016 puzzle platformer that places minimal stress on modern hardware, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all tested configurations. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions but remains capable of pushing well beyond display refresh rates even at 4K, making this pairing an overkill solution for the game's modest visual demands.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest recorded average is 296 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 213 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Low, it maintains 134 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5050's raw compute performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5050's average benchmark score is 21035, placing it between the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (21153, -0.6% delta) and the AMD Radeon HD 8970M (21237, -1% delta). It sits 1.6% above the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (20713) and 1.6% below the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile (21379).

Q: What is the CPU's multithreaded performance relative to its direct competitors?

A: The Ryzen 9 5950X scores 51947 on average, which is 0.2% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (52073) and 0.3% behind the AMD EPYC 8124P (52121). It is 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-13900F (51730) and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i7-14700 (52301).

Q: Does the RTX 5050 have enough VRAM for Inside at 4K?

A: The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 320.0 GB/s bandwidth. In this game, even at 3840x2160 Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 64 FPS, indicating the VRAM capacity is sufficient for the title's needs.

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

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 296 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 141 FPS. This represents a 52% reduction in frame rate from Low to Ultra, though both remain highly playable.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination ranks 1719 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the 40th percentile of all possible pairings in the database.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB207 chip, provides the graphical horsepower for this pairing. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory operates at 2500 MHz (20 Gbps effective), delivering 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth across a 128-bit bus. The GPU's 2560 shading units, 80 TMUs, and 32 ROPs are more than adequate for Inside's 2D side-scrolling visuals, as evidenced by the frame rates exceeding 60 FPS at 4K Ultra.

The card's clock behavior shows a base frequency of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz. This relatively high boost clock, combined with a pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s, allows the card to handle the game's particle effects and lighting without strain. The FP32 throughput of 13.17 TFLOPS is substantial for a game that primarily relies on simple shaders and physics calculations, explaining why even the most demanding settings remain playable.

In terms of synthetic performance, the RTX 5050 posts a Passmark G3D score of 17326 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 90334. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502 indicates moderate DirectX 12 capability, though Inside's engine is older and likely not optimized for modern API features. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035, places it in the mid-range tier. However, for Inside specifically, the card's performance is far above the requirement threshold, as the data shows no configuration dipping below 64 FPS average.

The memory configuration deserves attention: 8 GB at 320.0 GB/s is modest by modern standards, but Inside's textures and geometry are simple enough that this bandwidth is never a bottleneck. The measured results confirm this, as 4K Medium shows a minimum FPS of 91, indicating smooth frame pacing even under load. The GPU's 130 W TDP and PCIe 5.0 x8 interface are more relevant for other titles; for Inside, the card operates well within its comfort zone.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Vermeer), manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process with 8,300 million transistors across a dual-die design. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 4.90 GHz provide substantial single-threaded performance, which is critical for a game like Inside that likely relies on a primary simulation thread. The processor's 64 MB of L3 cache and 512 KB L2 per core help maintain low latency for game logic and physics.

For Inside, the CPU's role is largely secondary. The benchmark results show the processor's single-threaded performance is strong: a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1614 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2083. The 3DMark single-thread score of 944 and 2-thread score of 1856 further confirm that even if the game uses only one or two cores, the Ryzen 9 5950X has ample headroom. The multi-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core: 26017, Passmark multithread: 45424) are overkill for a puzzle platformer, but they ensure that any background processes or streaming overhead never interfere with frame delivery.

The processor's 105 W TDP and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (51.2 GB/s bandwidth) are standard for a desktop platform. What matters more for Inside is the CPU's ability to maintain high boost clocks under light loads. The 4.90 GHz boost clock, combined with the 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs, indicates this chip is in the top 9% of processors worldwide. The nearest rivals—Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX, AMD EPYC 8124P, Intel Core i9-13900F, and Intel Core i7-14700—all show less than 1% performance difference in average benchmark scores, making the CPU's choice essentially irrelevant for this game.

The data reveals that the CPU is not the limiting factor at any resolution. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 296 FPS, which is likely GPU-bound given the RTX 5050's 13.17 TFLOPS. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 64 FPS, a 78% reduction from 1080p Low, clearly indicating the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions. The CPU's 3DMark max-threads score of 11597 and Passmark physics score of 1878 suggest it could handle far more complex scenes without breaking a sweat.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings. At 1920x1080, all settings presets deliver playable frame rates: Low averages 296 FPS, Medium averages 237 FPS (with minimum 201 and maximum 272), High averages 148 FPS, and Ultra averages 141 FPS. For 1080p users with high refresh rate monitors (144Hz or 165Hz), Medium settings are the sweet spot, as they maintain a minimum of 201 FPS, ensuring no drops below the refresh rate. High settings at 148 FPS are also viable for 144Hz displays, while Ultra's 141 FPS average is borderline for 144Hz but perfect for 120Hz panels.

At 2560x1440, the recommendations shift slightly. Low settings produce 213 FPS, Medium averages 170 FPS (minimum 145, maximum 196), High averages 106 FPS, and Ultra averages 101 FPS. For 1440p 144Hz displays, Medium is the clear choice, as the 145 FPS minimum prevents any noticeable stutter. High and Ultra both hover around 100 FPS, which is acceptable for 100Hz or 120Hz monitors but not ideal for 144Hz. Low settings are overkill unless the user prioritizes frame rate above all else.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings average 134 FPS, Medium averages 107 FPS (minimum 91, maximum 123), High averages 67 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. For 4K 60Hz displays, Ultra is the recommended preset, as the 64 FPS average exceeds the 60Hz refresh rate, and the visual fidelity gains are worth the performance cost. If the user has a 120Hz 4K display, Medium settings at 107 FPS are the best option, as they stay above 90 FPS minimum while providing better visuals than Low. High settings at 67 FPS are a middle ground for 60Hz displays that want extra headroom.

The data indicates that Medium settings offer the best balance of visual quality and performance at every resolution, with the minimum FPS never falling below 91 even at 4K. For users prioritizing maximum frame rate, Low settings at 1080p (296 FPS) or 1440p (213 FPS) are the clear winners. Ultra settings are only recommended for 4K 60Hz use, as the 64 FPS average is adequate but leaves no room for frame drops.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 1719 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the bottom 40% of all pairings in the database. This ranking is surprising given the high absolute frame rates, but it reflects the fact that many other tested configurations—likely those with higher-end GPUs—achieve even higher scores on this undemanding title.

The CPU's individual ranking is strong: the 91st percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 51947 places it well above the median. The GPU's ranking is more modest: the 66th percentile with an average score of 21035. When combined, the pairing's rank of 1719 suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor for this game, as a more powerful GPU would likely push the combo higher in the rankings. However, the actual gameplay experience is excellent, as the lowest average frame rate recorded (64 FPS at 4K Ultra) is still above the 60 FPS threshold.

The nearest rival combinations in the database (those ranked around 1719) likely feature GPUs with comparable or slightly higher performance than the RTX 5050. The GPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (-0.6% delta), AMD Radeon HD 8970M (-1% delta), AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (+1.6% delta), and NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile (-1.6% delta). These small performance differences suggest that the RTX 5050 is competitively positioned in its tier, but the combo's overall rank is dragged down by the game's low system requirements, which allow even mid-range GPUs to achieve high frame rates.

For context, the combo's rank means that approximately 1168 other configurations (40%) perform better in Inside, likely due to more powerful GPUs. The CPU's performance is not the issue, as the Ryzen 9 5950X's nearest rivals all show less than 1% variance in average benchmark scores. Users seeking a higher rank would need to pair the CPU with a stronger GPU, but for actual gameplay, this combo delivers a smooth experience at all settings and resolutions tested.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its highest frame rates: Low averages 296 FPS, Medium averages 237 FPS (with a minimum of 201 and maximum of 272), High averages 148 FPS, and Ultra averages 141 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is substantial (89 FPS difference), while the gap between High and Ultra is minimal (7 FPS), suggesting diminishing returns beyond High settings.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a clear scaling pattern. Low averages 213 FPS, Medium averages 170 FPS (minimum 145, maximum 196), High averages 106 FPS, and Ultra averages 101 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 28% on Low, 28% on Medium, 28% on High, and 28% on Ultra, indicating a consistent resolution scaling factor. The Medium preset's narrow min-max range (145-196 FPS) suggests stable frame pacing, while the High and Ultra presets show tighter clustering around their averages.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low averages 134 FPS, Medium averages 107 FPS (minimum 91, maximum 123), High averages 67 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The drop from 1440p to 4K is steeper: Low falls by 37%, Medium by 37%, High by 37%, and Ultra by 37%. This consistent percentage reduction indicates that the game's rendering load scales linearly with pixel count. The Medium preset at 4K shows a minimum of 91 FPS, which is the only recorded minimum below 100 FPS in the entire dataset, but it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Comparing settings across resolutions, the data shows that Medium at 1440p (170 FPS) outperforms High at 1080p (148 FPS), and Medium at 4K (107 FPS) outperforms Ultra at 1440p (101 FPS). This suggests that users should prioritize resolution over settings quality, as the visual upgrade from 1080p to 1440p or 1440p to 4K provides more perceived benefit than increasing preset levels. The Ultra preset at any resolution provides the lowest frame rates, with the 4K Ultra average of 64 FPS being the only configuration that approaches the 60 FPS threshold. The data does not include minimum or maximum FPS values for Low, High, or Ultra presets, only for Medium, which limits the analysis of frame stability for those settings.