Inside

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination delivers a remarkably consistent experience in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The measured data shows this pairing handles the game's atmospheric 2D side-scrolling environments with absolute ease, producing frame rates that far exceed display refresh rate capabilities at every tested setting and resolution. The benchmark results reveal a system that is never strained by the title, even at 4K Ultra, where the average frame rate remains well above the threshold for smooth, responsive gameplay.

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

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process. Its configuration, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, provides substantial single-thread performance, which is the primary driver for Inside's physics and logic. The game's puzzle-platformer nature typically hinges on consistent frame pacing rather than parallel processing, and the CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache helps maintain low-latency access to the game's assets.

In synthetic benchmarks, this processor achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924 and a single-core score of 4648. The PassMark single-thread score of 4394 corroborates its strength in lightly-threaded workloads. The data shows the CPU holds a 90th percentile ranking against all CPUs, placing it in the top tier of desktop processors. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, which it trails by 0.5%, and the Intel Core i5-14600K, which it leads by 0.8%. This close grouping indicates that for a game like Inside, the CPU is a non-factor; it has ample headroom to feed the GPU at any resolution.

The measured FPS data supports this interpretation. At 1080p Low, the combination produces an average of 420 FPS, a figure that suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck. Even at the highest fidelity settings, the frame rate is limited by the GPU's rendering workload rather than the processor's ability to issue draw calls. The CPU's 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth provide a stable platform, but the benchmark results indicate that this title's modest requirements leave the CPU largely idle, allowing it to maintain high boost clocks without thermal or power constraints.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 9070, built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 48 chip, is the dominant component in this pairing. It comes equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1330 MHz, with a boost clock of 2520 MHz, and it features 3584 shading units. For Inside, which uses a distinctive monochromatic art style with dynamic lighting and shadow effects, the GPU's rasterization throughput is the key metric.

The GPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks shows a 69th percentile ranking against all GPUs, which is lower than the CPU's 90th percentile. This suggests that the graphics card is the more likely limiting factor in this system, but the game's age and visual complexity mean that even this mid-high tier GPU can dominate. The RX 9070's nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, which it leads by 1.2%, and the AMD Radeon RX 6800S, which it trails by 0.8%. These deltas are small, indicating the RX 9070 sits in a competitive performance band.

The measured frame rates in Inside show the GPU's capabilities clearly. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 93, which is the lowest figure recorded in the entire dataset. This indicates that at the highest resolution and quality preset, the GPU is finally being pushed. However, the 16 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this title, as Inside does not require large texture pools. The GPU's 4 nm process node and 220 W TDP suggest efficient power delivery, but the benchmark data shows that the card can deliver over 400 FPS at 1080p Low, highlighting that the game is far from a stress test for this silicon.

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

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a clear scaling pattern that points to the GPU as the primary performance boundary. Starting at 1080p Low, the system achieves 420 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops the average to 311 FPS, a 26% reduction. At 4K Low, the frame rate falls to 196 FPS, which is a 53% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline when moving to 4K indicates that the GPU's pixel throughput is becoming the limiting factor, as the CPU has more than enough headroom to handle the increased resolution.

The scaling pattern is even more pronounced at higher settings. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 206 at 1080p to 148 at 1440p (a 28% decrease), and further to 93 at 4K (a 55% decrease from 1080p). This consistent percentage drop across settings suggests that the GPU is scaling predictably with pixel count. The CPU's influence remains static, as its workload does not significantly increase with resolution. The data shows that the gap between 1080p and 1440p at any setting is roughly 25-30%, while the gap between 1440p and 4K is also around 25-30%, indicating a linear relationship with the total pixel count.

This behavior confirms that Inside is a GPU-bound title for this configuration at higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 93 FPS, while still playable, is the only scenario where the system approaches a level where a less powerful CPU might start to show its limits. The frame rate data suggests that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is not a bottleneck at any resolution, but the RX 9070's rendering capabilities define the ceiling. The 1080p Low result of 420 FPS demonstrates that the CPU can push the GPU to its absolute maximum, but the GPU's architecture is the deciding factor in how that performance scales with resolution.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo in Inside?*

A: The highest recorded average frame rate is 420 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 93 FPS. This is the lowest average FPS in the entire dataset, but it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's benchmark percentile (90th) is significantly higher than the GPU's (69th), and the FPS drops by over 50% from 1080p to 4K, which is characteristic of GPU-bound rendering.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 311 FPS average, while the Ultra preset achieves 148 FPS average. This represents a 163 FPS difference, or roughly a 52% reduction in performance when moving to the highest preset.

Q: Does the combo ever drop below 60 FPS?

A: No. The lowest average FPS recorded is 93 at 4K Ultra. The minimum FPS recorded for any setting is 133 FPS, which occurs at 4K Medium, indicating the system never dips below a very high frame rate.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 has an average benchmark score of 23877. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z with a score of 23736, which the RX 9070 leads by 0.6%. It also trails the AMD Radeon RX 6800S by 0.8%, a negligible difference.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and AMD Radeon RX 9070 holds a rank of 574 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the pairing in the top 20% of all configurations in the database. The ranking is a reflection of the fact that Inside is not a demanding title, and even mid-range hardware from 2025 can achieve exceptional frame rates. The combo's rank is likely held back by the GPU's 69th percentile standing, as many other combos feature higher-performing graphics cards that can push even higher frame rates.

The rank of 574 indicates that while this system is not at the absolute top, it is firmly in the high-performance tier. The data shows that the combo outperforms the vast majority of systems, as the game's low system requirements mean that even older or lower-end components can produce playable results. The CPU's high percentile ranking helps the combo's overall standing, but the GPU's relative position in the hierarchy suggests there is room for improvement if a user were to pair the same CPU with a more powerful GPU. The measured FPS results, however, show that this rank does not translate to any noticeable performance deficiency in actual gameplay, as the lowest average FPS is still nearly double the 60 FPS standard.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for this combo across all tested resolutions and settings:

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|---|---|---|---|---|

| 3840x2160 | High | 98 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 196 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 157 | 133 | 180 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 93 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 156 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 311 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 249 | 212 | 287 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 148 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 217 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 420 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 346 | 294 | 398 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 206 | - | - |

The data reveals a consistent hierarchy: Low settings produce the highest FPS, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values, showing a stable frame pacing with a 47 FPS spread at 4K, a 75 FPS spread at 1440p, and a 104 FPS spread at 1080p. The absence of min/max data for other presets suggests they were not recorded, but the average FPS figures are sufficient to understand the performance envelope. At 1080p, all presets exceed 200 FPS, while at 4K, only the Low and Medium presets exceed 150 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this configuration depend on the user's display and preference for visual fidelity versus raw frame rate. For users with a 60 Hz display at 4K, the Ultra preset, which delivers 93 FPS average, is the best choice, as it provides the highest visual quality while still exceeding the refresh rate. For users with a 120 Hz or 144 Hz 4K display, the High preset, with an average of 98 FPS, is recommended to maintain a smoother experience, though it does not fully saturate a 144 Hz panel.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 148 FPS, which is adequate for high-refresh-rate monitors up to 144 Hz. The High preset at 156 FPS offers a slight performance increase with minimal visual compromise, making it the best balance of quality and speed for most users. For competitive play or maximum smoothness, the Medium preset at 249 FPS is an excellent choice, as it provides a significant frame rate boost without the visual degradation of the Low preset.

At 1080p, the Ultra preset achieves 206 FPS, which is more than enough for any display, including 240 Hz monitors. The High preset at 217 FPS and Medium at 346 FPS are also viable, but the Ultra preset is recommended as it provides the best visual experience while still delivering a frame rate that exceeds what most displays can show. The Low preset at 420 FPS is only necessary for users with extreme high-refresh-rate displays (360 Hz or above) where every frame counts. The data suggests that the Low preset does not offer a proportional visual benefit for the frame rate increase, making it a niche option. For the vast majority of users, the High or Ultra presets at any resolution will provide a flawless experience in Inside, with the Medium preset serving as an excellent middle ground for those seeking higher frame rates without sacrificing too much graphical quality.