Inside

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H is a 16-core, 22-thread mobile processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, backed by 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The data indicates this CPU sits in the 84th percentile among all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 34083. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H, which scores just 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, which trails by 0.5%. In the context of Inside, a puzzle platformer, this processor's role is largely about maintaining high frame rates without becoming a bottleneck. The game is not traditionally demanding on multi-threaded workloads, but the CPU's strong single-core performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1759, ensures that game logic and physics updates are processed efficiently. The data shows a Passmark single-thread score of 3509, which is a solid indicator of per-core speed.

While the 16 cores and 22 threads provide ample headroom for background tasks and future-proofing, the measured FPS results suggest that the GPU is the primary driver of performance in this title. The CPU’s 28 W TDP classifies it as a power-efficient part, but its high boost clock allows it to deliver the necessary responsiveness for a fast-paced puzzle platformer where timing is critical. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves an average FPS of 319, which is far beyond the refresh rate of most displays, indicating that the CPU is capable of feeding frames to the GPU at an exceptional rate. In comparison to its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 7 165H performs nearly identically to the Core Ultra 5 338H and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, with a negligible 0.4% difference in average score. This suggests that for a game like Inside, users would see no tangible difference between these processors, as the workload is not heavily dependent on multi-core scaling. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is more than sufficient for this game, and any performance limitations observed at higher resolutions will be attributable to the GPU.

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

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H comes equipped with 16 cores and 22 threads, a configuration that is far beyond what Inside requires. The game, released in 2016, is a 2D puzzle platformer that does not leverage many threads. The data supports this: at 1080p Low, the average FPS is 319, which is a clear indication that the CPU is not a limiting factor. The processor's base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz provide the high-frequency performance necessary for the game's single-threaded game logic. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14551 and single-core score of 1759 show a balanced performance profile. In the Passmark suite, the CPU achieves a multithread score of 25933 and a physics score of 1806, which are respectable but not directly correlated to FPS in this title.

The benchmark results show that the CPU’s performance is close to its nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, a desktop part, is only 0.5% ahead in average benchmark score, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is 0.4% ahead. This proximity indicates that the Core Ultra 7 165H is a competitive mobile chip. For Inside, the CPU's role is to ensure that frame times are consistent, preventing any stutters that could disrupt gameplay. The data shows that the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium is 163, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. The CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache also helps in reducing memory latency, which is beneficial for the game's asset streaming. Overall, the CPU is a high-end mobile part that will not bottleneck the GPU in this game, regardless of the resolution or settings used. The data indicates that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 72, but this is due to the GPU's workload, not the CPU.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the mobile GPU in this combo, featuring 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. It is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process and houses 5888 shading units, 184 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, which allows it to handle the rendering demands of Inside with ease. The GPU's memory clock is 1313 MHz, translating to 21 Gbps effective. With 12 GB of VRAM, the card has ample memory for this game, which does not require large texture pools. The GPU scores in the 81st percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, scores 1.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 is 0.4% lower.

In Inside, the GPU's role is to render the game's distinctive monochromatic art style and lighting effects. The data shows a clear scaling pattern across settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 159, while at 4K Ultra, it drops to 72. This indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The GPU's performance is robust, but the game is not graphically intensive enough to stress the 12 GB VRAM capacity. The measured FPS at 4K High is 75, which is playable, but the 4K Low setting yields 150 FPS, showing that the GPU's raw compute power is more than sufficient. The data also reveals that the GPU's performance is close to the RTX 4080 Mobile, which is a higher-tier part. This suggests that the RTX 4070 is a well-positioned mobile GPU for 1440p gaming, as it achieves 120 FPS at 1440p High and 239 FPS at 1440p Low. The GPU's FP32 performance of 29.15 TFLOPS is substantial, but in a 2D puzzle platformer, the limiting factor is often the fill rate and memory bandwidth, which are 158.4 GPixel/s and 504.2 GB/s, respectively. These specifications are more than adequate for the game's simple geometry and effects.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 1920 out of 3716 tested combinations in Inside. This places it in the 51.6th percentile, meaning it performs better than roughly half of all tested systems. This rank is a reflection of the GPU's mid-to-high-end positioning rather than the CPU, which is a high-end mobile processor. The data shows that the combo's performance is heavily influenced by the GPU, as the CPU is rarely the bottleneck. The rank of 1920 indicates that there are many combinations with faster GPUs, such as the RTX 4080 Mobile, which scores 1.3% higher in GPU benchmarks. However, the combo also outperforms many systems with lower-end GPUs. The measured FPS results show that the combo is capable of delivering excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, where the average is 72 FPS.

The rank suggests that this combo is well-suited for 1440p gaming, as it achieves 114 FPS at 1440p Ultra, which is a smooth experience. At 1080p, the combo is overkill, with average FPS exceeding 159 at Ultra settings. The data indicates that the combo's ranking is not determined by the CPU's performance relative to rivals, as the CPU is within 0.5% of its nearest competitors. Instead, the ranking is a function of the GPU's performance class. The RTX 4070 is a capable GPU, but it is not at the top of the mobile stack, as evidenced by the RTX 4080 Mobile scoring 1.3% higher. The combo's rank of 1920 out of 3716 means that users can expect a solid gaming experience, but there are better-performing combos available for those who prioritize maximum FPS. The data also shows that the combo's performance is consistent across different settings, with a clear scaling pattern from Low to Ultra.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 319, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. At 2560x1440 Low, the average FPS is 239, and at 3840x2160 Low, it is 150.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H has an average benchmark score of 34083, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H scores 33989, which is 0.3% lower. This means the Core Ultra 7 165H is effectively faster, but the difference is negligible in real-world gaming.

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

A: The minimum FPS data is only provided for Medium settings. At 3840x2160 Medium, the minimum FPS is 102, at 2560x1440 Medium it is 163, and at 1920x1080 Medium it is 226. No minimum FPS data is available for Low, High, or Ultra settings.

Q: How does the GPU's performance compare to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648, while the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507, which is 0.4% lower. This places the RTX 4070 slightly ahead of the RX Vega 56 in overall GPU performance.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 1920 out of 3716 tested combinations. This means it performs better than approximately 51.6% of all tested systems in Inside.

Q: Does the CPU's 16-core configuration provide any advantage in this game?

A: The data shows that the game does not heavily utilize multi-core performance. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 319 FPS, which is far beyond typical display refresh rates. The CPU's high single-core boost clock of 5.00 GHz is more relevant for the game's logic, but the 16 cores and 22 threads ensure that the system remains responsive even with background tasks.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the combo averages 319 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 239 FPS, a 25.1% decrease. At 4K Low, the average is 150 FPS, which is a 53.0% drop from 1080p. This indicates that the GPU is becoming more stressed as resolution increases, but the CPU is still capable of keeping up. For Medium settings, the trend is similar: 266 FPS at 1080p, 192 FPS at 1440p, and 120 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 27.8% and 54.9%, respectively, showing a consistent pattern. High settings show 166 FPS at 1080p, 120 FPS at 1440p, and 75 FPS at 4K, with drops of 27.7% and 54.8%. Ultra settings follow suit with 159 FPS at 1080p, 114 FPS at 1440p, and 72 FPS at 4K, representing drops of 28.3% and 54.7%.

The data shows that the FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 25-28% across all settings, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is roughly 37-40%. This non-linear scaling is typical of GPU-bound scenarios. The fact that the FPS does not scale linearly with the number of pixels (which increases by 2.25x from 1080p to 4K) indicates that other factors, such as memory bandwidth and fill rate, are at play. The GPU's 504.2 GB/s bandwidth and 158.4 GPixel/s pixel rate are sufficient for 1440p, but at 4K, the GPU is working harder. The data suggests that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions, as the CPU's performance remains constant regardless of resolution. The CPU's scores, such as the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14551, are resolution-independent. The FPS scaling pattern points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck at 4K, especially at Ultra settings where the average FPS is 72. This is a playable frame rate, but it shows that the combo is not designed for high-refresh-rate 4K gaming. For users with 1440p monitors, the combo provides an excellent experience, with 120 FPS at High settings and 114 FPS at Ultra.

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

The measured data provides a clear picture of the trade-offs between settings presets. At 1080p, all presets deliver high frame rates, with Low at 319 FPS, Medium at 266 FPS, High at 166 FPS, and Ultra at 159 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is only 7 FPS, which is negligible. Given that the game is a puzzle platformer, the visual fidelity of Ultra settings is likely preferable, and the 159 FPS average is still very smooth. At 1440p, the data shows Low at 239 FPS, Medium at 192 FPS, High at 120 FPS, and Ultra at 114 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is significant at 72 FPS, but High still provides a solid 120 FPS experience. The difference between High and Ultra is 6 FPS, again negligible. For a balance between visual quality and performance, High settings at 1440p are recommended, as the 120 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 4K, the data shows Low at 150 FPS, Medium at 120 FPS, High at 75 FPS, and Ultra at 72 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is 45 FPS, which is substantial. While 75 FPS is playable, the Medium preset at 120 FPS offers a much smoother experience. The data indicates that Medium settings at 4K provide the best experience, as the 120 FPS average is more than double the 60 FPS standard. The Ultra preset at 72 FPS is also viable, but the 3 FPS difference between High and Ultra is not worth the potential visual degradation. For users with 4K displays, Medium settings are the sweet spot, delivering high frame rates without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. The minimum FPS data for Medium settings shows 102 FPS at 4K, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. Overall, the recommendation is to use Ultra settings at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium settings at 4K, based on the measured average FPS values. This approach ensures a smooth and visually pleasing experience across all resolutions.