Inside

The Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 315th out of 1,671 tested combos for Inside, placing it in the top 19% of all systems evaluated. This is a strong position for a puzzle platformer, a genre that typically does not demand peak hardware. The rank reflects a pairing where the GPU is the clear performance leader, but the CPU provides enough throughput to keep frame pacing consistent. The data shows this combo sits in the upper quartile of tested systems, meaning it will handle the game's visual effects and physics without becoming a bottleneck in most scenarios. The rank is not at the very top, which is expected given the game's age and the presence of more extreme CPU/GPU pairings, but it is well above the median tested combination.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame data places this pairing at 315 out of 1,671 tested combos. That puts it ahead of roughly 81% of all tested systems for Inside. This is a notable achievement for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU, as the ranking suggests the combination is well-balanced for this specific title. The percentile position implies that the system will deliver a smooth experience at all tested resolutions, with the GPU providing the majority of the rendering muscle. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU's 84th percentile among all graphics cards indicate that both components are above average, and their combined performance in this game exceeds what either component could achieve alone in a less balanced system. The rank also suggests that users with this combo will not need to compromise on visual fidelity to maintain playable frame rates, as the data shows performance well above the threshold for smooth gameplay.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications directly explain the frame rates observed. The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is more than sufficient for Inside, a game that does not require massive texture pools or high-resolution assets. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz, with a base clock of 1980 MHz, allows it to sustain high throughput across all settings. The 7,168 shading units and 224 texture mapping units are the key architectural features that drive the rendering performance seen in the measured FPS rows. The GPU's 84th percentile ranking versus all GPUs confirms its position as a high-end part, and the benchmark results show it is capable of pushing frame rates far beyond what the game's visuals require. The 220 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate this is a power-hungry part, but the data shows that power is translated directly into performance, with no signs of thermal throttling affecting the measured results.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a clear pattern of diminishing returns as resolution increases, which is the classic signature of a GPU-limited workload. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo achieves 237.8 FPS, which drops to 176 FPS at 1440p Ultra and further to 110 FPS at 4K Ultra. This represents a 28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 54% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is consistent with the GPU's rendering load increasing with pixel count, while the CPU's role remains relatively static. At Low settings, the pattern is even more pronounced: 314.4 FPS at 1080p drops to 281.5 FPS at 1440p (a 10% drop) and then to 230.2 FPS at 4K (a 27% drop from 1080p). The smaller percentage drops at Low settings indicate that the GPU is still the limiting factor, but the CPU's influence becomes relatively more significant as the GPU load decreases. The data suggests that at 1080p Low, the system is approaching the CPU's maximum frame delivery capability, as the difference between 1080p and 1440p Low is only 32.9 FPS, while the difference between 1440p and 4K Low is 51.3 FPS. This indicates that the GPU remains the primary bottleneck across all tested configurations.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Inside?*

A: The data shows that 1440p High provides an excellent balance, with 186.7 FPS average. This is 79.1 FPS higher than 4K High (113 FPS) and only 58.9 FPS lower than 1080p High (245.6 FPS), making it the sweet spot for visual quality and performance.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at any settings?

A: Benchmark results indicate that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 314.4 FPS, which is close to the maximum throughput the CPU can deliver. The difference between 1080p Low and 1440p Low is only 32.9 FPS, suggesting the CPU begins to limit frame rates at this low-resolution, low-settings configuration.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER's average benchmark score is 42,576, which is 0.2% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42,653) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (42,723). It is 1.4% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (41,991) and 1.6% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla M40 (41,897).

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

A: The Core i5-12400's average benchmark score is 19,850, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-9700 (19,831) and 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-11600K (19,771). It is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i7-8700 (19,894) and 0.4% lower than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX (19,928).

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Inside?*

A: Yes, the measured data shows 113 FPS at 4K High and 110 FPS at 4K Ultra. Both results are well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, indicating the GPU has ample headroom for this title at 4K resolution.

Q: How much performance is gained by dropping from Ultra to Low settings?

A: At 1080p, the gain from Ultra (237.8 FPS) to Low (314.4 FPS) is 76.6 FPS, or 32%. At 1440p, the gain is 105.5 FPS (176 to 281.5 FPS), or 60%. At 4K, the gain is 120.2 FPS (110 to 230.2 FPS), or 109%. The relative gain increases with resolution, confirming the GPU is the limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of performance across the four tested settings. For the best experience, the High preset at 1440p is recommended, offering 186.7 FPS. This is above the refresh rate of most high-refresh monitors and provides a smooth, responsive experience. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers 176 FPS, a 10.7 FPS reduction from High, which is a minor trade-off for the visual improvements that Ultra typically brings. At 4K, the High preset at 113 FPS is the recommended choice, as it maintains a high frame rate while still providing good visual quality. The Ultra preset at 4K (110 FPS) offers only a 3 FPS improvement over High, which is not worth the potential visual differences. For users prioritizing maximum performance, the Low preset at 1080p (314.4 FPS) is the fastest configuration, but the data shows that even the Ultra preset at 1080p (237.8 FPS) is far above the smoothness threshold. The Medium preset provides a middle ground, with 293.8 FPS at 1080p, 263.8 FPS at 1440p, and 186.6 FPS at 4K, but the High preset offers a better balance of visual quality and performance at every resolution.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support (DDR4 and DDR5) provide sufficient bandwidth for the GPU's data demands. In Inside, a game that is not heavily multithreaded, the CPU's single-thread performance is more relevant than its multi-core capabilities. The 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,249 indicate strong single-thread performance, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates in a puzzle platformer where physics and logic are often processed on a single thread. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all processors confirms it is above average, but its performance is not the limiting factor in this combo. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system reaches 314.4 FPS, which is near the practical limit for many CPUs, suggesting the i5-12400's single-thread capability is sufficient to avoid becoming a bottleneck until frame rates exceed 300 FPS. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-9700 (0.1% higher average score) and the Intel Core i7-8700 (0.2% lower average score), show that the i5-12400 is competitive with older higher-tier processors, but the GPU's performance is what drives the measured frame rates in this game. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 10 nm process node indicate it runs efficiently, allowing the GPU to receive adequate power and cooling without thermal constraints impacting the combo's overall performance.