Inside

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The data shows that this pairing is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, but at 1080p, the CPU's 14 cores and 5.10 GHz boost clock ensure the GPU is fully utilized, resulting in frame rates well beyond what most displays can refresh.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, indicating where the performance bottleneck lies. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 292 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops this to 210 FPS, a 28% reduction. Finally, at 4K, the average falls to 132 FPS, which is a 55% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline as pixel count increases is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario.

The pattern is even more pronounced at Low settings. The 1080p Low preset achieves an astonishing 420 FPS average. At 1440p, this drops to 376 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 264 FPS. While still a significant drop, the 4K result at Low (264 FPS) is nearly double the 4K result at High (132 FPS). This suggests that even at 4K, the settings have a massive impact, and the GPU is the primary limiting factor.

However, the scaling between the Medium and Ultra presets tells a slightly different story. At 1080p, the Medium preset yields 388 FPS while Ultra yields 278 FPS. At 1440p, these figures are 336 FPS and 200 FPS, respectively. At 4K, Medium drops to 211 FPS and Ultra to 126 FPS. The performance gap between Medium and Ultra remains relatively consistent across resolutions, which indicates that the visual complexity added by the Ultra preset has a fixed cost on the GPU, regardless of resolution.

The data strongly suggests that the RTX 4080 SUPER is the limiting component at all resolutions tested. Even at 4K Ultra, the average of 126 FPS is exceptionally high for a modern game, but the fact that lowering resolution from 1080p to 4K halves the frame rate points directly to the GPU's rendering workload. The CPU, with its high boost clock and multi-core performance, is more than capable of feeding the GPU at 1080p, as evidenced by the 420 FPS Low result, which is so high that it becomes difficult to distinguish CPU and GPU limits. In summary, the RTX 4080 SUPER is the clear bottleneck, but it is a very fast bottleneck, delivering playable to excellent performance across all tested configurations.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo can achieve in Inside?*

A: The highest recorded average is 420 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the performance at 4K High compare to 1440p High?

A: At 4K High, the average FPS is 132. At 1440p High, the average is 210 FPS, which is 78 FPS higher, or about 59% faster than the 4K result.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p with Low settings?

A: The data shows an average of 420 FPS at 1080p Low. This extremely high frame rate suggests the system is near its limit, but given the substantial frame rate drops at higher resolutions, the GPU is still the primary bottleneck. The CPU's performance is sufficient to drive the GPU to these very high output levels.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded for the 4K Medium preset?

A: For the 3840x2160 Medium preset, the minimum FPS recorded is 180, and the maximum is 243, with an average of 211 FPS.

Q: How does the combo's performance at 1080p Ultra compare to 4K Ultra?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 278. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 126. This represents a 152 FPS difference, or a 54% reduction in performance when moving from 1080p to 4K.

*Q: Does this combo rank in the top percentage of tested systems for Inside?*

A: Yes, the combo ranks 92nd out of 2887 tested combinations, placing it in the top 3.2% of all tested systems for this game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. In Inside, the CPU's role is to manage the game's logic, physics, and draw calls, feeding the GPU with data. The benchmark results show that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any of the tested settings. The frame rates are consistently high, and the scaling pattern is purely based on resolution and GPU load.

The CPU's multi-core performance, as measured by benchmarks like Cinebench R23 (32,924 points), is substantial, but Inside is not a heavily threaded game. Its single-core performance is more critical for gaming. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,648 points, combined with the 5.10 GHz boost clock, suggests excellent per-core performance. This is evidenced by the 1080p Low result of 420 FPS, which is high enough to challenge even the most capable CPUs.

The CPU's position relative to its rivals reinforces its strong standing. Its average benchmark score of 48,995 places it within 0.8% of the Intel Core i5-14600K, which is a well-regarded gaming CPU. It also performs within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900. The data for Inside shows that this CPU's performance is more than adequate to unlock the full potential of the RTX 4080 SUPER. The GPU is the limiting component, and the CPU is doing its job without holding the system back. The high frame rates across all presets are a signal of this balance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The data provides a comprehensive look at performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. All results are measured averages, with minimum and maximum frame rates provided for the Medium preset.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average FPS is 420. This is the highest average in the dataset.
• Medium: Average FPS is 388, with a minimum of 329 and a maximum of 446. The minimum is still above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors.
• High: Average FPS drops to 292. This is a significant step down from Medium, indicating a large increase in GPU load.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 278. The difference between High and Ultra is relatively small (14 FPS), suggesting diminishing returns in performance cost.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average FPS is 376. This is only a 10% drop from the 1080p Low result, showing the GPU can handle the increased pixel count well at lower settings.
• Medium: Average FPS is 336, with a minimum of 286 and a maximum of 387. This remains an extremely playable and smooth experience.
• High: Average FPS is 210. This is a 28% drop from the 1080p High result (292 FPS).
• Ultra: Average FPS is 200. This is a 28% drop from the 1080p Ultra result (278 FPS), showing a consistent scaling factor from 1080p to 1440p for these higher settings.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average FPS is 264. This is still a very high frame rate, demonstrating the raw power of the RTX 4080 SUPER.
• Medium: Average FPS is 211, with a minimum of 180 and a maximum of 243. The minimum stays well above 144 FPS, ensuring a fluid experience on high-refresh-rate 4K displays.
• High: Average FPS is 132. This is the first configuration to drop below the 144 FPS threshold, but it remains ideal for 120Hz displays.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 126. This is the most demanding configuration tested, but it still delivers a very smooth experience.

The data shows a clear hierarchy. At 1080p, all presets are playable on any display, with even the Ultra preset exceeding 240 FPS. At 1440p, the system excels, with High and Ultra presets comfortably above 200 FPS. At 4K, the system is still remarkably powerful, but the Ultra and High presets will be best paired with 120Hz or 144Hz displays, while Medium and Low can target even higher refresh rates.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for Inside, this specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 92nd out of 2,887 tested combos. This places it in the top 3.2% of all systems tested for this game, a position that reflects the high-end nature of both components.

The RTX 4080 SUPER itself sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, according to its benchmark score. Its nearest rivals include the original RTX 4080, which has a negligible 0.1% lower average score, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE, which scores 2.7% lower. The CPU, meanwhile, is in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which is a mere 0.4% behind, and the Intel Core i5-14600K, which is 0.8% ahead. These are all top-tier components, and their combination results in a system that is near the peak of the performance charts for Inside.

The high rank of 92 out of 2887 is more than just the sum of its parts. It indicates that the pairing of this specific CPU and GPU works harmoniously. There is no significant bottleneck, and the system is able to deliver the high frame rates shown in the measured FPS data. This rank is a strong endorsement of the balance and capability of this hardware combination for this specific title.

Settings Recommendations

For players with a 1080p display, the Ultra preset is the clear choice. The average of 278 FPS is far beyond the refresh rate of any consumer monitor, and the visual fidelity will be maximized. Even the most demanding 540Hz esports displays would be hard-pressed to show a difference, but the performance is there.

For 1440p users, the Ultra preset is also recommended. The average of 200 FPS is perfectly suited for high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz, 165Hz, 240Hz). The High preset, at 210 FPS, offers a small performance boost but a visual step down. The Ultra preset provides the best visual experience while still maintaining an exceptionally high frame rate.

For 4K users, the choice depends on the display's refresh rate. If using a 120Hz or 144Hz display, the High preset, with an average of 132 FPS, is an excellent choice. It provides high visual quality while staying above the 120 FPS mark. The Ultra preset, at 126 FPS, is also viable and provides the maximum visual fidelity, but it may dip below the refresh rate of a 144Hz display during more demanding scenes. For those with a 240Hz 4K display, the Medium preset, with an average of 211 FPS and a minimum of 180 FPS, is the best option. It ensures the frame rate never drops below 180 FPS, keeping the experience fluid and responsive, while still offering a significant visual upgrade over the Low preset.

In summary, the system is overkill for 1080p and 1440p, where the highest settings can be used without concern. At 4K, a slight adjustment may be needed to match the display's refresh rate, but the system is capable of delivering a world-class experience at any resolution.