Inside

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800M delivers a decisive performance profile in Inside, a 2016 Puzzle Platformer. The data shows a combination capable of high refresh rate play at 1080p and smooth 4K experiences, with the GPU acting as the primary scaling factor across resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured results, component roles, and optimal settings based strictly on the provided benchmark data.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance percentile for this CPU and GPU combo in the database?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H ranks in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD Radeon RX 7800M sits in the 73rd percentile among all GPUs. In the specific game Inside, this combination ranks 1877th out of 2887 tested combos.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Core Ultra 7 165H has an average benchmark score of 34083. It is effectively tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H, which is just 0.3% faster with a score of 33989. It is also within 0.5% of the AMD EPYC 4244P and AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, and 0.5% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X.

Q: What is the GPU's performance position relative to its nearest competitors?

A: The Radeon RX 7800M has an average benchmark score of 27883. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20, and 0.3% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500X. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti is 0.5% faster, and the AMD FirePro S7150 is 0.8% faster.

Q: What kind of frame rates can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the measured average FPS is 143. This suggests a very playable experience, though lower settings can push the frame rate significantly higher, up to 286 FPS on Low.

Q: Is the system capable of 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, the data indicates it is. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 65. Lowering to Medium settings increases the average to 103 FPS, while Low settings reach 129 FPS.

Q: What is the maximum FPS recorded in the dataset?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 286, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The highest maximum FPS is 263, also at 1080p but with Medium settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800M is the central component for rendering Inside's visuals. Its specifications include 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The GPU is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a 5 nm process and features 3840 shading units, 240 TMUs, and 96 ROPs.

Benchmark results show the GPU's compute and graphics capabilities. It scores 17613 in Passmark G3D and 9342 in Passmark GPU Compute. In synthetic tests, it achieves 126668 in Geekbench Vulkan and 120778 in Geekbench OpenCL. The data shows a clear relationship between GPU load and frame rate. At 1080p, the highest settings (Ultra) yield 136 FPS, while Low settings nearly double that to 286 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining performance.

The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 1295 MHz and a boost of 2335 MHz, allow it to handle the game's demands effectively. The 28,100 million transistors on a 346 mm² die give it substantial raw power. The 432.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient to feed the rendering pipeline at high resolutions. The data confirms that the RX 7800M is a high-tier mobile part, ranking in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs and performing within 0.5% of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data from Inside shows a classic scaling pattern tied directly to resolution and GPU load. The most revealing comparison is between the Low and Ultra settings across resolutions.

At 1080p Low, the system achieves 286 FPS. At 1440p Low, this drops to 206 FPS, a reduction of 80 FPS (about 28%). At 4K Low, the average is 129 FPS, a further drop of 77 FPS (about 37%). This steep decline indicates that the RX 7800M is the limiting factor at lower settings, as the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions.

The scaling is different at Ultra settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 136 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 98 FPS, a reduction of 38 FPS (about 28%). At 4K Ultra, the average is 61 FPS, a drop of 37 FPS (about 38%). The percentage drops are similar to Low settings, but the absolute frame rates are lower.

The data shows that the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 150 FPS (286 vs 136). At 1440p, the gap is 108 FPS (206 vs 98). At 4K, the gap is 68 FPS (129 vs 61). This convergence indicates that at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes so saturated that the settings have less relative impact on the final frame rate. The limiting component shifts from CPU-bound at 1080p Low to clearly GPU-bound at 4K Ultra.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides exact average FPS figures for twelve distinct configurations, spanning three resolutions and four quality presets. The Medium preset also includes minimum and maximum FPS values, offering a fuller picture of performance stability.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 286 FPS average. This is the highest recorded average in the dataset.
• Medium: 229 FPS average, with a minimum of 194 FPS and a maximum of 263 FPS.
• High: 143 FPS average.
• Ultra: 136 FPS average.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 206 FPS average.
• Medium: 164 FPS average, with a minimum of 140 FPS and a maximum of 189 FPS.
• High: 103 FPS average.
• Ultra: 98 FPS average.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 129 FPS average.
• Medium: 103 FPS average, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 119 FPS.
• High: 65 FPS average.
• Ultra: 61 FPS average.

The Medium preset data is particularly useful for understanding consistency. At 1080p Medium, the 194 FPS minimum is still very high. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 140 FPS remains smooth. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 88 FPS is the lowest recorded in the dataset, but it is still above the 60 FPS threshold for playable performance. The data shows that High and Ultra presets are nearly identical in performance at each resolution, with only a 7 FPS difference at 1080p, a 5 FPS difference at 1440p, and a 4 FPS difference at 4K.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The CPU's cache configuration includes 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, designed for laptops.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU shows strong multi-threaded performance. It scores 14551 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 9233 in Cinebench R20 multi-core. Single-thread performance is also solid, with scores of 1759 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 1303 in Cinebench R20 single-core. The Passmark suite shows a multi-thread score of 25933 and a single-thread score of 3509.

The CPU's role in Inside is to handle game logic and physics. The data shows that the CPU is not a bottleneck at most settings. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 286 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that likely approaches the CPU's limit for this game. However, the CPU's 84th percentile ranking and its performance parity with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (within 0.5%) suggest it has ample capability for this title.

The 22 threads and high boost clock of 5.00 GHz are more than sufficient for a Puzzle Platformer from 2016. The data indicates that as resolution increases, the CPU's influence wanes, and the GPU becomes the sole limiting factor. The CPU's 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth and dual-channel DDR5 support ensure it can feed the GPU without creating a data bottleneck.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For 1080p:

The Ultra preset delivers 136 FPS, which is excellent for high refresh rate monitors. However, the High preset at 143 FPS is only 7 FPS slower and might be a better choice if visual fidelity is a priority. For esports-level responsiveness, the Medium preset at 229 FPS is the best choice, offering a 60% frame rate increase over Ultra with a minimal FPS floor of 194. The Low preset at 286 FPS is the absolute maximum, but it will noticeably reduce visual quality.

For 1440p:

The Ultra preset at 98 FPS is very good and is a solid choice for a 100Hz monitor. The High preset at 103 FPS is nearly identical in performance. The Medium preset at 164 FPS is the best recommendation for high refresh rate play, as it provides a comfortable margin above 144 FPS with a minimum of 140 FPS. The Low preset at 206 FPS is available but unnecessary for most users.

For 4K:

The Ultra preset at 61 FPS is just above the 60 FPS threshold, but it lacks headroom for demanding scenes. The High preset at 65 FPS is a slightly safer choice. The Medium preset at 103 FPS is the best overall recommendation for 4K, offering a smooth and stable experience with a minimum of 88 FPS. The Low preset at 129 FPS is an option for those who prioritize frame rate over all else.

Conclusion:

The Medium preset provides the best balance of performance and visual quality across all resolutions. At 1080p, it delivers 229 FPS average. At 1440p, it delivers 164 FPS. At 4K, it delivers 103 FPS. The data consistently shows that the High and Ultra presets offer diminishing returns, with only a 4-7 FPS difference between them, while the Medium preset offers a substantial performance boost. For a game like Inside, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point, with adjustments made based on the user's specific monitor refresh rate.