Inside

The Intel Core i7-14700F and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT combination delivers a decisive performance advantage in Inside, a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The data shows this pairing is not merely capable but overwhelmingly powerful, rendering the game at frame rates that far exceed display refresh rates across all tested settings and resolutions. The benchmark results indicate that the primary limiter in this configuration is the GPU, though even that component is barely challenged at lower resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, the roles of each component, and the optimal settings for this specific title.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. For a game like Inside, which is a 2D side-scrolling puzzle platformer, the CPU workload is generally light, focusing on physics calculations, game logic, and draw calls. The sheer core count and high boost clock of this processor are far beyond what the game requires, making it a negligible bottleneck.

Benchmark data supports this assessment. The i7-14700F scores 35,443 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 5,003 in single-core tests, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X, holds an average score of 54,450, which is only 0.6% higher, a negligible difference. In the context of Inside, the CPU's single-threaded performance is the most relevant metric, as the game's logic is likely primarily single-threaded. A score of 5,003 in Cinebench R23 single-core ensures that the processor can handle any frame-time spikes without issue, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential. The data confirms that this CPU will not be the limiting factor; its role is to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain the high frame rates observed in the measurements.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination depend on the user's display refresh rate and resolution. At 1080p, the "High" preset delivers 209.1 FPS, while "Ultra" yields 196.3 FPS. Both are exceptionally smooth, but "High" offers a 6.5% performance increase over "Ultra" with likely minimal visual difference in a game with a stylized art direction. The "Low" preset at 1080p achieves 386.6 FPS, which is far beyond the capabilities of most displays, making it a less practical choice for daily play.

For 1440p, the "High" preset maintains a strong 147.7 FPS, while "Ultra" drops to 140 FPS. The differential is smaller here, and both are excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 4K, the "High" preset is the clear winner, delivering 92.5 FPS, which is just above the 90 FPS threshold for a very smooth experience. The "Ultra" preset at 4K is nearly identical at 92 FPS, but the "Medium" preset offers a substantial jump to 151.3 FPS. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that "Medium" or "High" provides the best experience, as the visual uplift from "Ultra" is minimal given the game's art style, while the performance cost is measurable. The "High" preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance across all resolutions, rarely dropping below 92 FPS.

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

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly indicates a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. At "High" settings, the average FPS drops from 209.1 at 1080p to 147.7 at 1440p, a 29.4% decrease, and then to 92.5 at 4K, a further 37.4% decrease from 1440p. This steep decline with resolution is the classic signature of a GPU that is reaching its limits. The CPU is capable of producing far more frames, but the GPU cannot render them fast enough at higher pixel counts.

The "Low" settings show a similar trend, with 386.6 FPS at 1080p dropping to 295.8 at 1440p and 186 at 4K. The fact that even "Low" settings see a massive drop at 4K confirms that the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the primary limiting component. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth are sufficient for the game's textures, but the raw compute power of the GPU is what governs the frame rate. At 1080p, the CPU could theoretically push even higher frame rates, but the GPU's rendering speed becomes the bottleneck as resolution increases. This pattern is consistent across all settings presets, confirming the GPU is the key performance driver in this title.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

Within the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination achieves a combo rank of 467 out of 1,671 tested combinations. This places it in the top 28% of all tested systems. For a game as old and light as Inside, this is a strong showing, as many more expensive or newer combinations may not see significant gains due to the game's low system requirements. The rank indicates that this pairing is well-balanced for this title, with the GPU's capabilities being the primary determinant of its position.

The GPU itself, the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, holds a 76th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32,619. Its nearest rival, the AMD FirePro S9300 X2, scores 32,540, a mere 0.2% difference. This suggests that the RX 7800 XT is a solid mid-to-high-tier performer. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking is higher than the GPU's, which further confirms that the GPU is the component that holds this combo back from a higher overall rank. The data shows that while the CPU is a top-tier part, the GPU, while strong, is the less dominant component in this pairing for Inside.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a base clock of 1295 MHz, a game clock of 2124 MHz, and a boost clock of 2430 MHz. For Inside, which is not a graphically demanding title, the GPU's capabilities are more than sufficient. The 16 GB of VRAM ensures that there is no memory capacity limit, even at 4K resolution.

The GPU's compute power, rated at 37.32 TFLOPS for FP32, is the main driver of the high frame rates. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU can handle the game with ease at 1080p and 1440p, and it remains playable at 4K. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,157 and a Passmark G3D score of 24,176 place it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA P104-100, scores 32,747, which is 0.4% higher, indicating that the RX 7800 XT is competitive with similar-tier products. The GPU's role is to provide the raw rendering power, and the data shows it does so admirably, with no signs of VRAM or bandwidth limitations in this game.

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

The following table presents the exact average FPS measurements for each resolution and settings preset.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 386.6 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 327.2 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 209.1 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 196.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 295.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 238.3 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 147.7 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 140.0 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 186.0 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 151.3 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 92.5 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 92.0 |

At 1080p, the "Low" preset is the fastest, but "High" and "Ultra" remain exceptionally smooth, with the "Ultra" preset still delivering 196.3 FPS. Moving to 1440p, the "Low" preset drops to 295.8 FPS, and "High" maintains a high 147.7 FPS. At 4K, the "Low" preset still provides 186 FPS, while "High" and "Ultra" settle at 92.5 and 92 FPS, respectively. The data shows consistent scaling, with the "Ultra" preset incurring a performance penalty of roughly 6% compared to "High" at 1080p and 1440p, but a negligible 0.5% penalty at 4K, suggesting that the GPU is fully utilized at that resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: The "Medium" preset provides 151.3 FPS at 4K, which is significantly higher than the 92.5 FPS from the "High" preset. For a smooth 4K experience, "Medium" is the recommended choice, as the visual difference from "High" is minimal in this game.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: Benchmark results indicate the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The FPS drops by 29.4% from 1080p to 1440p and a further 37.4% to 4K, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. The CPU's high single-core score of 5,003 in Cinebench R23 is more than sufficient for this game.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combination ranks 467th out of 1,671 tested combos, placing it in the top 28%. This is a strong result for a game like Inside, which does not heavily stress modern hardware.

Q: Is the "Ultra" preset worth the performance cost?

A: At 1080p, "Ultra" is 6.1% slower than "High" (196.3 vs 209.1 FPS). At 4K, the difference is negligible (92.0 vs 92.5 FPS). Given the game's art style, the visual uplift is minimal, making "High" the more efficient choice.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have, and is it enough?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. This is more than sufficient for Inside, even at 4K, and the data shows no performance degradation that would suggest a memory capacity issue.

Q: What is the performance difference between "Low" and "High" settings at 1440p?

A: The "Low" preset achieves 295.8 FPS, while "High" achieves 147.7 FPS. This is a 50% reduction in frame rate, but "High" still offers a vastly smooth experience, making it the preferable choice for better visuals.