Palworld

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the Intel Arc B580 presents a compelling mid-range configuration for Palworld, but the data reveals a clear ceiling at higher resolutions. The benchmark results, drawn from the database, show a system that is more than capable at 1080p and 1440p, yet struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K. The recorded measurements offer a detailed look at how this specific combination of CPU and GPU handles the game's demands across different quality presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination performs strongly across all settings. The Low preset delivers an average of 147 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 119 FPS with a recorded minimum of 101 FPS and a maximum of 137 FPS. The High preset averages 91 FPS, and the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still maintains an average of 69 FPS. This indicates that at the most common resolution, the hardware has significant headroom even at the highest quality level.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset averages 97 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 78 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS. The High preset sits exactly at the playable threshold with an average of 60 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of 46 FPS, which falls below the standard playable threshold of 60 FPS. This shows a clear dividing line between the High and Ultra presets at this resolution.

The 3840x2160 results show the most strain on the system. The Low preset averages 54 FPS, the Medium preset averages 43 FPS with a minimum of 37 FPS and a maximum of 50 FPS, and the High preset averages 33 FPS. The Ultra preset averages only 25 FPS. None of these settings reach the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this hardware configuration in Palworld. The data shows a steep performance drop as resolution increases, with the gap between Low and Ultra presets widening considerably at 4K.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread processor with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, has enough headroom to feed the GPU effectively. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at this resolution is substantial, going from 147 FPS to 69 FPS, which suggests the GPU is being utilized more heavily as graphical demands rise.

At 2560x1440, the scaling pattern continues, with the Ultra preset dropping to 46 FPS while the High preset holds at 60 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's rendering capabilities are the limiting factor when moving from High to Ultra settings. The CPU's role appears to diminish as the resolution increases, as the frame rate differences between presets become more about pixel throughput than CPU processing power.

The 3840x2160 results reinforce this interpretation. Even at the Low preset, the system only manages 54 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This suggests that the GPU is overwhelmed by the pixel count at 4K, regardless of the graphical settings. The CPU, despite being a capable desktop processor from the Comet Lake architecture, cannot compensate for the GPU's inability to render at this resolution. The data implies that for this game, the Arc B580 is the determining factor for performance at higher resolutions, while the i5-10400F provides sufficient support at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this combination at rank 2798 out of 3711 tested combos for Palworld. This ranking places it in the lower half of all tested configurations, which is a notable result given the strong performance at 1080p. The percentile data for the individual components shows the CPU at the 68th percentile among all CPUs and the GPU at the 68th percentile among all GPUs. This suggests that while each component is above average in its own right, the combination does not rank as highly in this specific game.

The ranking reflects the system's limitations at higher resolutions. While it delivers excellent performance at 1080p, the inability to maintain 60 FPS at 4K likely pulls its overall rank down. The data shows that many other tested combinations are capable of handling more demanding scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions. The combo's rank of 2798 out of 3711 indicates that it is a mid-pack performer, with a significant portion of other configurations offering better results in Palworld.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear from the recorded data. At 1920x1080, this PC can run Palworld at all tested presets, with the Ultra preset averaging 69 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, the system can run the game at Low, Medium, and High presets, with the High preset averaging exactly 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution is not playable, as it averages 46 FPS.

At 3840x2160, none of the tested settings reach the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset comes closest with an average of 54 FPS, but this still falls short. The verdict is that this configuration is suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it is not capable of delivering a playable experience at 4K in Palworld. Users seeking 4K performance would need to look at more powerful hardware.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 69 FPS.

Q: Can this system run Palworld at 1440p with High settings?

A: Yes, the average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is exactly 60 FPS, which meets the playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 4K?

A: None of the tested presets at 3840x2160 reach the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset averages 54 FPS, which is the highest average at this resolution.

Q: How does the Medium preset perform at 1080p?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 averages 119 FPS, with a minimum of 101 FPS and a maximum of 137 FPS.

Q: What is the rank of this combo in the database for Palworld?

A: The combo is ranked 2798 out of 3711 tested combinations.

Q: Is the Ultra preset playable at 1440p?

A: No, the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 46 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 69 FPS. This allows users to experience the game at its highest visual quality at this resolution.

For 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is High, averaging exactly 60 FPS. The Medium preset also remains playable with an average of 78 FPS, but High offers better visual fidelity while still meeting the threshold.

For 3840x2160, there is no preset that reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The best average FPS at this resolution is 54 FPS on the Low preset. As no settings achieve playable performance, the database does not list a best settings option for 4K.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals to the Intel Core i5-10400F in the database include the Intel Xeon 6756E, which has an average score 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core 7 160UL, which scores 0.3% lower. The AMD EPYC 7552 scores 0.5% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 0.6% lower. These processors have benchmark scores closely matching the i5-10400F, indicating they would likely provide similar CPU-bound performance in Palworld.

For the Intel Arc B580, the nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, which scores 0.2% lower, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, which scores 0.6% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 0.7% lower, and the NVIDIA P106-100 scores 1% lower. These GPUs have average benchmark scores within a narrow range of the Arc B580, suggesting they would deliver comparable frame rates in this game. Users with these alternative components could expect similar performance characteristics to the tested configuration.