Inside

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a performance profile in Inside that is heavily dictated by resolution, with the CPU proving to be a formidable partner at lower settings. The data indicates a system built for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming, yet it also exposes the GPU's limitations as pixel count increases. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, component roles, and optimal settings for this specific configuration.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic shift in system bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 381 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 Low drops that figure to 278 FPS, a 27% reduction. The jump to 3840x2160 Low further reduces the average to 175 FPS, representing a 37% decrease from the 1440p result. This steep scaling curve at Low settings suggests the CPU is still capable of feeding frames, but the GPU is beginning to struggle with the increased pixel workload.

The scaling pattern tightens when visual fidelity is raised. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 193 FPS at 1080p to 139 FPS at 1440p (a 28% drop) and then to 87 FPS at 4K (a 37% drop from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and High presets indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti is the primary limiter at 4K, regardless of the graphical complexity. The GPU's rendering pipeline is saturated by the sheer number of pixels, making the CPU's headroom irrelevant.

The most telling data point for resolution scaling is the Medium preset, which is the only one with min and max FPS values recorded. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 309 FPS with a minimum of 263 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 222 FPS with a minimum of 189 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average falls to 140 FPS with a minimum of 119 FPS. The minimum frame rates scale proportionally with the averages, suggesting a stable experience without sudden hitches, but the overall trend confirms that 4K is a significant hurdle.

The data shows that 1080p is almost trivial for this hardware, with even the Ultra preset achieving 184 FPS. The system’s performance at 1440p is exemplary, with all presets remaining above 132 FPS. However, 4K is where the RTX 5070 Ti’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 256-bit bus are tested, and the results show a clear performance ceiling. The limiting component at 4K is undoubtedly the GPU, as the CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads are more than sufficient for the game's logic at these frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific configuration of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 1206 out of 3716 tested combos for Inside. This places the system in the 67th percentile of all possible combinations, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the tested hardware pairings. This is a strong result, indicating a well-balanced system for this particular title.

The ranking is a composite measure of the CPU and GPU's ability to work together in this game. The CPU alone holds a 95th percentile ranking against all tested processors, showcasing its exceptional computational power. The GPU, however, holds an 86th percentile ranking against all tested graphics cards. The combination of a top-tier CPU with a slightly less dominant GPU results in a combo ranking that is high but not at the very top, as the GPU’s relative standing pulls the overall score down.

The nearest rival combos for this CPU are led by the Intel Core i9-14900K, which has an average benchmark score that is 1.7% higher than the Ryzen AI Max+ 395. This indicates that while the AMD processor is a powerhouse, the i9-14900K holds a slight edge in synthetic tests. For the GPU, the closest competitor is the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, which scores 2% higher on average, while the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT trails the RTX 5070 Ti by 3.1%. These rival comparisons show that the combo's rank is not solely dependent on one component, but rather the synergistic performance of both.

The 1206 rank out of 3716 combos is a clear indicator that this system is in the upper echelon for Inside. It is not a fringe configuration, but a mainstream high-end pairing that delivers excellent performance. The data confirms that users with this setup will experience minimal performance constraints, particularly at resolutions below 4K where the combo’s strengths are most apparent.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the central figure in determining the visual output of Inside, and its specifications directly correlate with the measured frame rates. The GPU operates with a base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2452 MHz, providing a solid foundation for the game's rendering tasks. Its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus delivers a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s, which is a critical asset for handling the game's art assets at higher resolutions.

The GPU's architecture, Blackwell 2.0, includes 8960 shading units and 96 ROPs, which are responsible for the pixel throughput. The measured pixel rate of 235.4 GPixel/s and texture rate of 686.6 GTexel/s are substantial, but the data shows they are not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra. The transition from 4K High (87 FPS) to 4K Ultra (83 FPS) is minimal, suggesting that the GPU is already near its output limit at this resolution.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 5070 Ti scores 32974 in Passmark G3D and 20203 in Passmark GPU Compute. These numbers place it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, has an average score that is only 0.1% lower, while the Intel Arc A550M is 0.4% lower. This tight grouping of scores indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti is a mid-to-high-tier performer, but not a class leader.

The GPU's performance in Inside is best highlighted by the scaling from Low to Ultra. At 1080p, the difference between Low (381 FPS) and Ultra (184 FPS) is a 51% reduction, showcasing the impact of the game's graphical effects on the GPU. At 4K, the same comparison shows a reduction from 175 FPS to 83 FPS, a 53% drop. This consistent percentage drop across resolutions indicates that the GPU is processing the additional visual data in a predictable manner, with its 16 GB VRAM proving sufficient without hitting capacity limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive view of the system's capabilities across a grid of resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates exceptional performance, with the Low preset achieving an average of 381 FPS. The Medium preset, with a minimum of 263 FPS and maximum of 356 FPS, averages 309 FPS. High settings reduce the average to 193 FPS, while Ultra maintains a smooth 184 FPS. These figures indicate that 1080p is a resolution where this combo has substantial headroom, even at maximum quality settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains highly playable. The Low preset delivers an average of 278 FPS, which is still more than enough for any high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset averages 222 FPS, with a minimum of 189 FPS and a maximum of 256 FPS, showing consistent frame pacing. High settings produce 139 FPS, and Ultra drops to 132 FPS. The data suggests that 1440p is the sweet spot for this system, offering high frame rates without compromising on visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to feel the strain. The Low preset still manages a respectable 175 FPS, but this is the only setting that provides a triple-digit average. Medium drops to 140 FPS, with a minimum of 119 FPS, which is still playable but shows the GPU working harder. High settings yield 87 FPS, and Ultra falls to 83 FPS. The gap between 1440p and 4K is significant, indicating that 4K gaming is possible but requires a trade-off in settings to maintain a high refresh rate.

The specific min and max FPS data for the Medium preset at all three resolutions provides insight into frame consistency. At 1080p, the frames range from 263 to 356, a 93 FPS variance. At 1440p, the range is 189 to 256, a 67 FPS variance. At 4K, the range narrows to 119 to 161, a 42 FPS variance. This shows that while the average frame rate drops with resolution, the frame pacing becomes more stable, likely because the CPU is no longer hitting its own performance limits.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution. For 1920x1080 users, the Ultra preset at 184 FPS is the clear choice. The system has ample performance to run the game at maximum fidelity without dropping below the 144 Hz threshold that many high-end monitors use. There is no reason to sacrifice visual quality at this resolution, as even the most demanding preset remains highly fluid.

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 139 FPS offers a balanced experience. The Ultra preset at 132 FPS is nearly identical in performance, so either is a viable option. However, High settings provide a small performance buffer that could be beneficial in more demanding scenes. The Medium preset at 222 FPS is overkill for most displays, and the visual downgrade is unnecessary given the system’s capabilities at this resolution. The data supports using High or Ultra for the best visual experience.

At 3840x2160, the recommendation is more nuanced. The Medium preset at 140 FPS is the only option that provides a high-refresh-rate experience, and its minimum of 119 FPS ensures that it rarely dips below the 120 Hz mark. The High preset at 87 FPS is still playable but will be capped at 60 Hz on many monitors. The Low preset at 175 FPS sacrifices too much visual detail for the extra frame rate. Therefore, Medium is the recommended preset for 4K, offering a good balance of visual fidelity and performance.

The data suggests that the Ultra preset is generally not worth the performance cost. At 4K, it only provides a 4 FPS difference compared to High, while at 1080p and 1440p, the difference between High and Ultra is 9 and 7 FPS, respectively. These marginal gains do not justify the potential for frame drops in more chaotic scenes. The High preset appears to be the most efficient setting for this game, providing near-maximum visual quality with a significant performance advantage over Ultra.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a formidable mobile processor that provides the computational foundation for this combo. With 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture, it has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The CPU’s 64 MB of shared L3 cache and 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are key assets for feeding the GPU and handling game logic. Its performance in synthetic benchmarks is exceptional, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35314 and a single-core score of 2044.

The CPU’s role in Inside is to ensure that the GPU is never starved of data. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 381 FPS, a figure that is likely limited by the CPU’s single-thread performance and the game’s frame logic. The CPU’s 32 threads are not all utilized by this puzzle platformer, but its high boost clock of 5.10 GHz is critical for maintaining high frame rates. The Passmark single-thread score of 4147 indicates strong per-core performance, which is essential for this type of game.

The CPU’s dominance is evident in its percentile ranking of 95 against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14900K, which scores 1.7% higher on average, and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, which scores 2% lower. This places the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 in the top tier of processors, ensuring that it will not be a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. The data indicates that the CPU is overqualified for Inside, as its massive multi-core potential is barely tapped.

As resolution increases to 4K, the CPU’s influence on frame rates diminishes. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is almost entirely attributable to the GPU’s rendering workload. The CPU’s frame generation capability is sufficient to support the GPU’s output at all settings, as evidenced by the stable minimum frame rates at Medium presets. The CPU is the foundation of this system, but the GPU is the determining factor for visual performance at higher resolutions.