Inside

The data for Inside on the Intel Core i5-14600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT reveals a hardware pairing that is severely overqualified for this title. The measured frame rates are exceptionally high across all tested configurations, suggesting that the game’s rendering demands are easily met by this combination. The analysis of the measured FPS rows indicates that the primary bottleneck shifts from the GPU at lower resolutions to a more balanced, yet still GPU-leaning, load at 4K. This page examines the scaling behavior, component roles, and practical settings for this benchmark run.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic reduction in frame rates, but the absolute numbers remain high enough to question where the true limit lies. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 384.3 at 1080p to 278.2 at 1440p, a decline of 106.1 FPS, and then falls further to 171.3 at 4K. This scaling pattern is steep, yet the 4K Low result still exceeds 170 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is not being pushed to its breaking point. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads are likely doing more of the heavy lifting, as the frame rates are so high that the Radeon RX 7700 XT is not fully saturated.

When examining the High preset, the scaling is less aggressive in percentage terms but still significant. The 1080p High average of 193.7 FPS drops to 138.3 at 1440p, and then to 87.4 at 4K. The 4K High result is the only configuration in the entire dataset that dips below the 90 FPS mark, which suggests that at this resolution and preset, the GPU's 12 GB of memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are beginning to be taxed. The difference between 1080p High and 4K High represents a 106.3 FPS loss, which is nearly identical to the absolute drop seen at Low settings, implying that the resolution is the dominant factor in performance scaling, not the preset complexity.

The Ultra preset shows a similar trend, with 180.7 FPS at 1080p falling to 129.2 at 1440p and then to 82.5 at 4K. The fact that 4K Ultra is the lowest recorded score at 82.5 FPS indicates that this is the most demanding scenario in the test matrix. The interpolation from these numbers suggests that the RX 7700 XT, with its boost clock of 2544 MHz, is the limiting component at 4K, while at 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU's performance characteristics, such as its 24 MB of shared L3 cache, become more relevant. The data implies that for this game, the sweet spot for high refresh rate monitors is at 1440p, where even Ultra settings maintain an average above 129 FPS.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a Navi 32 chip, and its specifications are more than adequate for a Puzzle Platformer like Inside. The GPU has a base clock of 1435 MHz and a boost clock of 2544 MHz, with a game clock rated at 2171 MHz. These clocks are directly reflected in the benchmark results, as the card consistently delivers high frame rates across all tested settings. The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which appears to be sufficient for the game's art style, as there is no significant drop-off in performance that would indicate a memory capacity issue at 4K.

The GPU's 3456 shading units and 96 ROPs contribute to its ability to handle pixel-heavy scenes at higher resolutions. The pixel rate of 244.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 549.5 GTexel/s are theoretical limits that the measured data supports. For instance, the jump from Low to Medium settings at 1080p results in a drop from 384.3 to 305.8 FPS, which is a 78.5 FPS reduction. This suggests that the additional texture and shading work is being processed efficiently by the GPU's 216 TMUs. However, the most telling aspect is the comparison between High and Ultra presets at 4K, where the average FPS only decreases from 87.4 to 82.5. This small delta of 4.9 FPS indicates that the GPU is not the primary constraint when moving from High to Ultra, as the extra effects are not heavily taxing the RDNA 3.0 architecture.

The GPU's performance percentile of 73 versus all GPUs places it in a solid mid-to-high tier, and its benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 22547, corroborate the in-game results. The data shows that the RX 7700 XT is capable of running Inside at maximum settings with playable frame rates, even at 4K. The fact that the 4K Ultra result is still above 80 FPS suggests that the GPU has headroom to spare, and the limiting factor in this combination is more likely to be the CPU at lower resolutions, where the frame rates exceed what the GPU can render in some scenarios.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium delivers 305.8 FPS, which is a substantial 78.5 FPS improvement over High and only 78.5 FPS less than Low. This preset provides a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining frame rates that are far beyond what any monitor can display. At 1440p, Medium achieves 221.3 FPS, which is still exceptionally high and represents a 157.0 FPS increase over the High preset's 138.3 FPS. The scaling to 4K shows Medium at 140.2 FPS, which is 52.8 FPS higher than High and only 31.1 FPS lower than Low, making it the superior choice for visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

For users with high refresh rate 1080p or 1440p displays, the Low preset is the only way to approach the theoretical maximums. The 1080p Low result of 384.3 FPS and 1440p Low result of 278.2 FPS are the highest scores in the dataset, but they come at the cost of reduced visual quality. The Ultra preset, while offering the best graphics, shows diminishing returns at 4K, where it only achieves 82.5 FPS. This is still a playable frame rate, but the gap between Ultra and High at 4K is minimal, suggesting that High is the better choice for 4K gaming, as it provides a 4.9 FPS improvement over Ultra while likely offering a less demanding render workload.

The data implies that the Medium preset is the "best experience" for most users, as it balances the game's artistic presentation with performance. At 1080p, the difference between Medium and High is 112.1 FPS, which is significant, but the absolute frame rates are so high that the visual benefits of High may be worth the trade-off for some. However, the measured rows show that Medium at 4K still exceeds 140 FPS, making it the most versatile preset for this combo, as it ensures smooth gameplay regardless of the resolution chosen.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT ranks 582 out of 1671 tested combos for Inside. This places the pairing in the top 35% of all configurations, which is a strong showing for a mid-range CPU and GPU duo. The rank of 582 indicates that there are 581 other combos that perform better, likely featuring higher-end GPUs or CPUs, but the absolute performance numbers for this combo are still excellent for the game's requirements. The percentile ranking of the CPU versus all CPUs is 93, and the GPU is at 73, which suggests that the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing relative to its peers.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600K with a 0.4% higher average score, and the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X with a 0.6% higher score, while the AMD EPYC 4345P is 0.5% lower. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the i5-14600KF is well-matched in processing power for this game. The GPU's nearest rivals show a near tie with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 at a 0% delta and the AMD Radeon RX 570 at -0.2%, which is surprising given the generational difference, but it underscores that the RX 7700 XT is not the limiting factor in many scenarios. The combo rank of 582 suggests that while this pairing is not at the top of the leaderboard, it delivers frame rates that are more than sufficient for a puzzle platformer, where the gameplay does not demand extreme hardware.

The fact that this combo ranks in the 582nd position out of 1671 is likely due to the game's low system requirements, meaning that even modest hardware can achieve high FPS, and the ranking is more about the absolute ceiling of the hardware rather than playability. The data shows that this combo is in the top third of all tested configurations, which confirms the balanced nature of the i5-14600KF and RX 7700 XT, as neither component is holding the other back to a significant degree.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-14600KF is a 14-core processor with 20 threads, based on the Raptor Lake architecture, and it has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. These specifications are far beyond what Inside requires, as the game is not known for heavy CPU usage. The measured FPS data supports this, as the frame rates at 1080p are so high that the CPU is likely the bottleneck in some scenarios, particularly at Low settings where the GPU is not stressed. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32889 and single-core score of 4643 indicate strong performance, which translates to the ability to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates.

The CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache is beneficial for game logic and asset streaming, but for a Puzzle Platformer, the impact is minimal. The benchmark results show that the CPU's percentile versus all CPUs is 93, placing it in the top 7% of all processors, and its average benchmark score of 49367 is only 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-14600K. This close proximity to its rival suggests that the CPU is not a point of differentiation in this combo's performance. The data implies that at 4K, the CPU's role is diminished, as the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor, but at 1080p, the CPU's high boost clock of 5.30 GHz helps achieve frame rates above 300 FPS on Medium settings.

The Passmark single-thread score of 4273 and multi-thread score of 38697 further confirm that the CPU has ample headroom for this game. The fact that the 1080p Low result of 384.3 FPS is the highest in the dataset suggests that the CPU is capable of pushing the game engine to its limits, but the GPU is not able to keep up at higher settings. This is a classic case of a CPU being overqualified for the task, but the measured rows show that the pairing still delivers a smooth experience at all resolutions, with the CPU ensuring that frame times are consistent.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Inside?*

A: The highest average FPS is 384.3, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is the combo able to maintain 60 FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 82.5, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600KF has an average benchmark score of 49367, which is 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-14600K's score of 49166.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bus width and bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT has a 192-bit memory bus and a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations for this game?

A: The combo ranks 582 out of 1671 tested combos, placing it in the top 35% of all configurations.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Medium settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 278.2 FPS, while the Medium preset achieves 221.3 FPS, a difference of 56.9 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low settings produce 384.3 FPS, Medium settings produce 305.8 FPS, High settings produce 193.7 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 180.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Medium is a decrease of 78.5 FPS, while the jump from Medium to High is a larger decrease of 112.1 FPS, and the final step to Ultra is a modest decrease of 13.0 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low settings produce 278.2 FPS, Medium settings produce 221.3 FPS, High settings produce 138.3 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 129.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Medium is 56.9 FPS, between Medium and High is 83.0 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 9.1 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the measured averages are: Low settings produce 171.3 FPS, Medium settings produce 140.2 FPS, High settings produce 87.4 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 82.5 FPS. The scaling here shows a decrease of 31.1 FPS from Low to Medium, a larger decrease of 52.8 FPS from Medium to High, and a minimal decrease of 4.9 FPS from High to Ultra. Overall, the data shows a consistent pattern where the GPU becomes more of a bottleneck at higher resolutions, but the absolute performance remains high across all settings.