Inside

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX paired with the AMD Radeon 8050S delivers a performance profile in Inside that is defined by high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions and a significant dependency on graphics settings. The data shows a combo that ranks in the 73rd percentile among all tested configurations, with the GPU acting as the primary scaling factor across the measured rows.

FAQ

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

A: The combo ranks 2105th out of 2887 tested combinations, placing it in the 73rd percentile. This indicates that while it outperforms roughly 73% of tested systems for this game, it is not at the extreme top tier of performance.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in general benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 9 8945HX has an average benchmark score of 76212, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, scores 76155, which is 0.1% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D scores 75779, which is 0.6% lower.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest rivals in general benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S has an average benchmark score of 62108, placing it in the 89th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, scores 61896, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 7600M scores 63775, which is 2.6% higher.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 275 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This demonstrates the combo's ability to push very high frame rates when visual fidelity is reduced.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average frame rate recorded is 59 FPS, achieved at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings. This is the only measured configuration that drops below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating a limit for maximum visual quality at 4K.

Q: Does the measured data include minimum frame rate information?

A: Yes, minimum frame rates are provided for Medium settings at all three resolutions. At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum is 187 FPS; at 2560x1440 Medium, it is 135 FPS; and at 3840x2160 Medium, it is 85 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Inside, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and AMD Radeon 8050S sits at rank 2105 out of 2887. This position places it in the 73rd percentile, meaning that 73% of all tested system configurations deliver lower or equal performance in this specific game. The rank suggests a solidly capable system, but one that is firmly in the upper-middle tier rather than the top 10% of performers.

The CPU itself is a high-end mobile part, holding the 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 76212 is nearly identical to its closest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, which scores 76155 and is only 0.1% behind. This places the 8945HX in a performance class that is essentially tied with the top-tier competition. The GPU, while also strong, holds a slightly lower 89th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average score of 62108 is only 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M but trails the AMD Radeon RX 7600M by 2.6%. The combination of a top-5% CPU with a top-11% GPU results in a system that is well-balanced but ultimately constrained by the GPU in this title, as evidenced by the FPS scaling across resolutions.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 8050S is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process. It features 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units, along with 32 ray tracing cores. Its clock speeds are listed with a base of 1295 MHz and a boost of 2800 MHz. The memory configuration is system-shared, meaning the GPU utilizes the host system's memory rather than dedicated VRAM. This is a critical factor for 4K gaming, as the bandwidth and capacity are system dependent.

In Inside, the GPU's role is primarily dictated by the settings preset. The data shows that the graphics settings have a profound impact on performance, which is typical for a title that scales well with pixel throughput and shading complexity. The boost clock of 2800 MHz allows for significant processing power when the workload demands it. However, the system-shared memory architecture means that at higher resolutions, the GPU must compete with the CPU for memory bandwidth, which can limit performance. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p, the GPU is able to deliver very high frame rates, but as resolution increases, the performance drops, indicating that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent results. With Low settings, the average frame rate is 275 FPS. Medium settings yield an average of 220 FPS, with a minimum of 187 FPS and a maximum of 253 FPS. High settings produce an average of 138 FPS, while Ultra settings result in an average of 131 FPS. All 1080p configurations are well above the 60 FPS threshold, and even the most demanding Ultra preset offers a smooth experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a noticeable drop from 1080p. Low settings average 198 FPS, which is a 28% decrease from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 158 FPS, with a minimum of 135 FPS and a maximum of 182 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 99 FPS, and Ultra settings average 94 FPS. The 1440p results are still highly playable, with even the Ultra preset staying above 90 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance hit is significant, and the settings preset becomes the deciding factor for playability. Low settings average 124 FPS, which is still a very good result. Medium settings average 100 FPS, with a minimum of 85 FPS and a maximum of 115 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS line. Ultra settings are the only configuration that falls below 60 FPS, averaging 59 FPS. The data shows that for a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K, Medium settings are the highest that can be reliably used, while High is borderline and Ultra is not viable.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It has a 64 MB L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. This is a flagship mobile CPU, as indicated by its 95th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 76212, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX.

In Inside, the CPU's role is less pronounced than the GPU's, as the game is not typically CPU-bound. The benchmark results show that the CPU is more than capable of handling the game's logic and physics. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 275 FPS, which suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to reach very high frame rates. The CPU's high single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6030, is sufficient for the game's requirements. The multi-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42713, is also robust, but it is unlikely to be fully utilized by Inside as it is not a heavily threaded title. The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in any of the tested configurations; instead, the GPU and the chosen settings dictate the final frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset provides an average of 131 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and offers the best visual fidelity. There is no need to compromise on settings at this resolution, as even the most demanding preset provides a smooth experience.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 94 FPS, which is still very playable. The High preset, at 99 FPS, offers a slightly higher frame rate with a minor reduction in visual quality. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, the Medium preset, which averages 158 FPS, is the best choice to maximize refresh rate while maintaining acceptable visual quality. The Ultra preset is the recommended choice for those prioritizing visual fidelity, as it remains comfortably above 60 FPS.

For 3840x2160, the recommendations are more nuanced. The Ultra preset, at 59 FPS, is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience, as it drops below the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset, at 62 FPS, is a borderline option that may be acceptable for some, but it leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. The Medium preset, averaging 100 FPS, is the clear recommendation for 4K gaming. It provides a substantial performance buffer and a high average frame rate that ensures a smooth experience. The Low preset, at 124 FPS, is an option for those seeking the highest possible frame rates, but the visual compromise is significant. For the best balance of visual quality and performance at 4K, the Medium preset is the recommended setting.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and consistent pattern in how performance scales with resolution. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop by approximately 28-32% across most settings. For example, at Ultra settings, the FPS drops from 131 at 1080p to 94 at 1440p, a 28% decrease. At Medium settings, the FPS drops from 220 to 158, a 28% decrease. This scaling is consistent with an increase in pixel count from roughly 2 million to 3.7 million, an 85% increase, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor.

The scaling from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 is more severe. The pixel count increases from 3.7 million to 8.3 million, a 125% increase. The performance drop reflects this heavier load. At Ultra settings, the FPS drops from 94 to 59, a 37% decrease. At High settings, the FPS drops from 99 to 62, a 37% decrease. At Medium settings, the FPS drops from 158 to 100, a 37% decrease. This larger relative drop in frame rate compared to the increase in pixel count suggests that the GPU is struggling to maintain its throughput as the resolution increases, likely due to the system-shared memory architecture and the bandwidth limitations that come with it.

The limiting component in this system is clearly the GPU. The CPU's performance is consistent, and its high benchmark scores indicate it is not the bottleneck. The FPS drops across resolutions are directly proportional to the GPU's workload, and the fact that the drop from 1440p to 4K is more severe than the drop from 1080p to 1440p indicates that the GPU is hitting a performance ceiling. The data confirms that for this game, the AMD Radeon 8050S is the component that dictates the playable settings and resolutions, while the Ryzen 9 8945HX provides ample headroom for the CPU-side tasks.