Inside

Inside is a light puzzle-platformer, but the benchmark data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination reveals that this pairing delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all tested configurations. The measured results show a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at lower resolutions and progressively becomes more balanced as the resolution increases, yet never drops below a highly playable threshold. The data indicates that this combo is overqualified for the game’s demands, providing performance headroom that allows for maximum visual fidelity without compromising smoothness.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data strongly favors utilizing the Ultra preset, as it provides the highest visual quality while still maintaining frame rates that far exceed standard display refresh rates. At 1920x1080, the Ultra setting produces an average of 168 FPS, which is still remarkably high and only 9 FPS lower than the High preset’s 177 FPS. The incremental cost of moving from High to Ultra is minimal in percentage terms at this resolution, representing just over a 5% performance drop for what is typically the most comprehensive visual enhancement package.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset yields an average of 121 FPS, which remains comfortably above the 120 FPS threshold often targeted by high-refresh-rate monitor owners. The drop from High to Ultra at this resolution is 6 FPS, or roughly 4.7%, which is a negligible penalty for the visual gains. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 76 FPS, which is still well within the range of smooth gameplay for a puzzle platformer, though the High preset at 80 FPS offers a slight edge in frame pacing for those who prioritize fluidity over absolute graphical fidelity.

Considering the game’s genre, where precise input timing is less critical than in fast-paced shooters, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice across all resolutions. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 76 remains above the 60 FPS standard, ensuring a consistently smooth experience. For users with 144 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors at 1080p or 1440p, the High preset might be preferable to maximize frame rates, but the Ultra preset’s performance is so robust that it should be the default selection for most users seeking the best balance of image quality and smoothness.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT achieves a combo rank of 1151 out of 2887 tested combos for Inside. This places the pairing in the top 40th percentile of all tested systems, which is a notable position given the game’s relatively modest hardware requirements. The ranking indicates that while this combo is not among the absolute top performers, it sits comfortably above the median, and the measured FPS data confirms that it delivers performance that far exceeds what is necessary for a flawless gameplay experience in this title.

The combo’s percentile rank is influenced by the CPU’s strong benchmark standing and the GPU’s mid-range position. The processor, with an average benchmark score of 93785, places in the 96th percentile against all CPUs, while the graphics card, with an average benchmark score of 26011, sits in the 71st percentile against all GPUs. The combination of a top-tier CPU with a solid mid-range GPU creates a system where the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck in most scenarios, and the data for Inside reflects this, as the frame rates are consistently high across all resolution and settings combos.

When compared to other tested combos in the database, the 1151st rank out of 2887 suggests that many systems with more powerful GPUs achieve higher raw frame rates, particularly at lower resolutions. However, the measured FPS for this combo at 1080p Low, which averages 353 FPS, demonstrates that the system is capable of outputting frame rates that are effectively beyond the refresh rate capabilities of virtually all consumer monitors. The ranking, therefore, does not reflect a deficiency in gameplay performance but rather the presence of other systems with even more headroom.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT plays a central role in determining the frame rates in Inside, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU’s workload becomes more demanding. The graphics card features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is more than sufficient for a game like Inside, which does not have large texture pools, and the data shows no signs of memory-related performance limitations at any tested setting.

The GPU’s clock speeds are substantial, with a base clock of 2150 MHz and a boost clock of 2600 MHz, while the game clock is rated at 2495 MHz. These high clock speeds contribute directly to the impressive frame rates observed in the data. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 353 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is operating efficiently, though at such high frame rates, the CPU’s role becomes more significant. The measured results show that as settings increase from Low to Ultra at 1080p, the average FPS drops from 353 to 168, a reduction of over 50%, which is a clear indicator that the GPU’s shading and pixel processing capabilities are being taxed by the higher quality presets.

At 4K Ultra, the GPU produces an average of 76 FPS, which highlights the card’s ability to handle the increased pixel count. The Radeon RX 6750 XT’s 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs are responsible for this output, and the data confirms that the card remains the primary limiting factor at this resolution. The GPU’s performance relative to its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon R9 M395X with a delta of 0.5%, shows that it is slightly ahead of that older mobile part, but the desktop-oriented nature of the RX 6750 XT is reflected in its higher average benchmark score.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system’s performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. Starting at 1920x1080, the system demonstrates exceptional performance. The Low preset delivers an average of 353 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate in the entire dataset. The Medium preset follows with an average of 283 FPS, with a minimum of 240 FPS and a maximum of 325 FPS, indicating consistent frame delivery. The High preset averages 177 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 168 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a clear scaling pattern, with each step up in quality resulting in a significant but expected reduction in frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains remarkably high. The Low preset averages 254 FPS, which is still an extremely high frame rate for a 1440p resolution. The Medium preset delivers an average of 203 FPS, with a minimum of 173 FPS and a maximum of 234 FPS. The High preset averages 127 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 121 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at each setting is substantial, with the Low preset losing 99 FPS, but the absolute values remain well above playable thresholds. The scaling from Medium to High at 1440p shows a 76 FPS drop, which is the largest single-step reduction in the data, indicating that the High preset introduces a significant increase in GPU workload.

At 3840x2160, the system still maintains playable frame rates across all settings. The Low preset averages 160 FPS, which is impressive for 4K. The Medium preset delivers an average of 128 FPS, with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 147 FPS. The High preset averages 80 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 76 FPS. The data reveals that the transition from 1440p to 4K results in a roughly 37% reduction in frame rate at the Low setting, while the higher settings see similar proportional reductions. The Medium preset at 4K, with an average of 128 FPS, is particularly notable as it demonstrates the system’s ability to deliver high-refresh-rate experiences even at the highest resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The scaling of FPS from 1080p to 4K provides insight into the system’s bottleneck characteristics. At 1080p Low, the system produces 353 FPS, which drops to 254 FPS at 1440p and further to 160 FPS at 4K. This represents a 55% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at the Low setting. The fact that the frame rate does not scale linearly with pixel count suggests that the CPU is playing a more significant role at lower resolutions, where the GPU has less work to do per frame.

At the Ultra setting, the frame rates are 168 FPS at 1080p, 121 FPS at 1440p, and 76 FPS at 4K. This represents a 55% reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is identical to the Low setting’s scaling. The consistency of this scaling pattern across settings indicates that the system is well-balanced, with neither the CPU nor GPU becoming a disproportionate bottleneck at any resolution. However, the absolute drop of 92 FPS from 1080p to 4K at Ultra is larger than the 193 FPS drop at Low, which shows that the GPU’s workload is increasing more rapidly at higher settings.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system’s frame rates are so high that the CPU’s single-thread performance, which is strong given the 2439 score in Cinebench R23 single-core, becomes a limiting factor. At 4K, the GPU’s capabilities are more fully utilized, as evidenced by the frame rates dropping to levels that are more typical of the GPU’s expected performance. The system is primarily GPU-limited at 4K, while at 1080p, the CPU’s performance is sufficient to feed the GPU but not to the extent that it becomes a major constraint.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved by this combo in Inside?

A: The highest average FPS measured is 353, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform at 4K compared to 1080p?

A: At 4K Ultra, the system averages 76 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra, it averages 168 FPS. This represents a 55% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K.

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates at 4K with all settings?

A: Yes, the data shows that even at the lowest setting of 4K Low, the system achieves an average of 160 FPS, and at the highest setting of 4K Ultra, it averages 76 FPS, both of which are above the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested systems for Inside?

A: The combo ranks 1151 out of 2887 tested combos, placing it in the top 40th percentile of all systems tested for this game.

Q: How much FPS is lost when moving from High to Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 127 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 121 FPS. The difference is 6 FPS, or approximately 4.7%.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and how does it affect performance?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s, provided by 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus. This bandwidth is sufficient for Inside, as the frame rates remain high across all resolutions without indications of memory bottlenecks.