Palworld

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a highly constrained configuration for running Palworld. The recorded data shows a clear ceiling on performance, with playable frame rates only achievable at 1920x1080. The measurements indicate a system that is fundamentally limited by the graphics processor, which ranks in the 5th percentile of all GPUs in the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the combination struggles to maintain a usable frame rate. The average FPS for Ultra settings is 13, which is the lowest recorded value for this setup. High settings yield an average of 17 FPS, while Medium settings produce an average of 23 FPS, with recorded minimum and maximum values of 19 and 26 FPS, respectively. The Low preset is the only setting at this resolution that approaches a more fluid experience, but it still only achieves an average of 28 FPS. None of these averages come close to the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance improves but remains below the playability standard. The Ultra preset reaches an average of 24 FPS. High settings record an average of 31 FPS, and Medium settings improve to 41 FPS, with a range of 35 to 47 FPS. The Low preset is the standout at this resolution, delivering an average of 50 FPS, but it still falls short of the 60 FPS target.

The situation changes significantly at 1920x1080. The Low preset is the only setting that comfortably exceeds the playable threshold, with an average of 76 FPS. The Medium preset also crosses the 60 FPS line, achieving an average of 62 FPS, with minimum and maximum values recorded at 52 and 71 FPS. This makes Medium the highest quality setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 47 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 36 FPS, both of which are below the playable mark.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this specific CPU and GPU combination at rank 3423 out of 3711 tested combos for Palworld. This places it in the bottom 8 percent of all tested configurations, indicating that it is one of the less capable pairings for this game. The low ranking is consistent with the GPU's overall standing, which is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs in the database. The CPU, by contrast, is in the 68th percentile of all CPUs, suggesting that the graphics processor is the primary bottleneck in this system.

The benchmark results show a stark drop-off in performance as resolution increases. The average FPS at 1920x1080 on Low settings is 76, but this falls to 50 at 2560x1440 and 28 at 3840x2160. This scaling pattern is typical of a system where the GPU is overwhelmed by the pixel count, as the CPU appears to have sufficient headroom to handle the game's logic at lower resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU in the database are the Intel Core 3 N355, the Intel Core i5-9500, the Intel Core 5 120UL, and the Intel Core i7-1250U. The Core 3 N355 has an average benchmark score of 13492, which is essentially identical to the i3-12100F's score of 13494, indicating a delta of 0 percent. The Core i5-9500 scores 13452, which is 0.3 percent lower. The Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 0.7 percent higher, and the Core i7-1250U scores 13351, which is 1.1 percent lower. These CPUs would likely deliver very similar frame rates in Palworld, as their overall processing power is nearly equivalent.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are all older or lower-tier parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 has an average score of 1186, which is 0.2 percent higher than the Arc B370's 1184. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, which is 0.5 percent higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, which is 0.7 percent higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4 percent lower. This grouping highlights the Arc B370's position as a very low-end graphics solution, comparable to hardware from over a decade ago in terms of raw 3DMark performance.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Palworld? The recorded data shows that it can, but only under specific conditions. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with both the Low and Medium presets. The best playable setting at this resolution is Medium, which achieves an average of 62 FPS. This is the only resolution where the combination is playable.

At 2560x1440, no preset reaches the 60 FPS target. The highest average is 50 FPS on Low settings, which is below the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the situation is worse, with the best average being 28 FPS on Low settings. The verdict by resolution is unambiguous: the system is only suitable for 1080p gaming, and users seeking higher resolutions would need to accept significant compromises or upgrade the graphics processor.

FAQ

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

A: The highest recorded average is 76 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: Can this system run Palworld at 2560x1440?

A: No. The best average at this resolution is 50 FPS on Low settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Is the Medium preset playable at 1920x1080?

A: Yes, the Medium preset achieves an average of 62 FPS, with a minimum of 52 and a maximum of 71, placing it above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. Its closest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, scores 13492, a delta of 0 percent. The Core i5-9500 is 0.3 percent slower, and the Core 5 120UL is 0.7 percent faster.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The Intel Arc B370 is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs in the database, indicating it performs worse than 95 percent of all tested graphics processors.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 1920x1080?

A: The Medium preset is the best playable option, as it is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 62 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings that stay at or above 60 FPS are Medium, with an average of 62 FPS. The Low preset also clears the threshold with an average of 76 FPS, but Medium offers higher visual quality while still meeting the playability standard. The High and Ultra presets are not playable, as they average 47 and 36 FPS respectively.

At 2560x1440, there are no settings that achieve the 60 FPS target. The closest is Low with an average of 50 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the same is true, with Low averaging 28 FPS. For these resolutions, the database lists no playable settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 13494 and a percentile ranking of 68, is a relatively capable processor. Its single-threaded performance, as indicated by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1674, is sufficient for the game's logic. The GPU, however, is the limiting factor, with a percentile ranking of 5 and a single 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset averages 62 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same settings drop to 41 FPS, a reduction of 21 FPS. At 3840x2160, it drops further to 23 FPS. This dramatic reduction in frame rate as resolution increases is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. The CPU is unlikely to be the constraint, as the frame rate drop is directly proportional to the increase in pixel count, which is a GPU workload.

The difference between presets also highlights the GPU's role. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra is 40 FPS (76 vs 36). This shows that the GPU struggles with the increased graphical load of higher presets, which involve more complex shading and effects. The CPU's performance is likely consistent across these presets, as the game's logic and draw calls do not scale as heavily with visual quality settings. Therefore, users should focus on optimizing the GPU settings, such as lowering the preset or resolution, to achieve a playable frame rate.