Palworld

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a stark contrast in capabilities. The CPU is a high-end desktop part, while the GPU is an integrated solution based on the Panther Lake architecture. Benchmark results for Palworld confirm that the graphics processor is the definitive bottleneck in this configuration. The data shows a combination that can handle the game at 1080p with adjusted settings, but struggles significantly at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Palworld shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the combination achieves its best results. The Low preset delivers an average of 84 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 68 FPS, with a minimum of 58 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS. The High preset yields an average of 53 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, producing an average of 40 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance takes a considerable hit. The Low preset manages an average of 56 FPS. The Medium preset falls to an average of 45 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS. High settings produce an average of 35 FPS. The Ultra preset drops further to an average of 26 FPS.

The 3840x2160 resolution results are the weakest in the dataset. The Low preset achieves an average of 31 FPS. Medium settings yield an average of 25 FPS, with a minimum of 21 FPS and a maximum of 29 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 19 FPS. The Ultra preset is nearly unplayable, with an average of just 15 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling in Palworld is almost entirely dictated by the Intel Arc B390. The i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, and it is more than capable of feeding this game. The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, as frame rates plummet with increased resolution and graphical fidelity, which are tasks handled by the graphics card.

This is evident when comparing the frame rate drops. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at Medium settings reduces the average FPS from 68 to 45, a significant 34% decrease. Similarly, transitioning from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at Medium settings cuts the average from 45 to 25, a 44% reduction. These substantial losses are characteristic of a GPU struggling to render more pixels, not a CPU being overtaxed.

The CPU’s high benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44167 and a Passmark multi-thread score of 52425, suggest it has ample headroom for gaming. In this specific title, the i7-14700KF is not the source of the performance bottleneck. The Arc B390, with its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482, is a low-power integrated GPU. Its role is the primary determinant of the low frame rates observed across all resolutions and presets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the database, the Intel Arc B390’s nearest rivals are older, entry-level discrete GPUs. The closest match is the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, which has an average score of 1463, placing it 1.3% behind the Arc B390. Other comparable alternatives include the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (average score of 1460, 1.5% behind), the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (average score of 1446, 2.5% behind), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (average score of 1443, 2.7% behind). These results suggest that the Arc B390’s graphical processing power is in the same class as these legacy parts, which will yield similar in-game performance in Palworld.

On the CPU side, the Intel Core i7-14700KF sits close to several strong processors. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, which has an average score of 69996, a negligible 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (average score of 69875) is 0.4% slower, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (average score of 69515) is 0.9% slower. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is the only rival that is faster, with an average score of 70879, putting it 1% ahead. When paired with the Arc B390, any of these CPUs would offer virtually identical frame rates in Palworld, as the GPU would remain the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Palworld at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: Yes. Benchmark results show an average of 68 FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The minimum recorded FPS was 58.

Q: What is the highest resolution at which this combo can achieve a playable frame rate?

A: The data shows that playable performance is only achieved at 1920x1080. At this resolution, the Low and Medium presets are considered playable. At 2560x1440, the best average FPS is 56 on Low, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so no settings are playable at that resolution.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. This places it 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce 800M. It is 2.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM and 2.7% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 3840x2160 on the Low preset?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with Low settings is 31. This is significantly below the 60 FPS playable threshold and indicates a poor experience at this resolution.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700KF the reason for the low frame rates in Palworld?

A: No. The benchmark data indicates the Intel Arc B390 is the bottleneck. The CPU is a high-performance part with a Passmark multi-thread score of 52425. The frame rates scale heavily with resolution and graphics settings, which are GPU-dependent tasks.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1920x1080 that maintains at least 60 FPS?

A: The Medium preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS. It delivers an average of 68 FPS. The Low preset also achieves playable performance with an average of 84 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for Palworld, this combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and Intel Arc B390 ranks at 3297 out of 3711 tested combos. This places it in the lower percentile of systems, which is consistent with the hardware pairing. The i7-14700KF is a top-tier CPU, ranking in the 94th percentile against all other CPUs. However, the Arc B390 is a low-power integrated GPU, ranking in the 9th percentile against all other GPUs. This massive disparity in performance between the two components results in an overall system ranking that is dragged down by the graphics solution.

The high rank number (3297) indicates that the vast majority of other CPU and GPU combinations tested in this game deliver better performance. This is expected, as most other systems feature dedicated graphics cards rather than an integrated GPU. The data implies that while the processor is more than adequate, the graphics subsystem is the primary reason for this low overall position in the rankings.

Best Settings per Resolution

The recorded data and the verdict by resolution indicate that playable performance, defined as an average of at least 60 FPS, is only attainable at 1920x1080. At this resolution, both the Low and Medium presets exceed the threshold.

The best settings for each resolution are as follows:

• 1920x1080: The Medium preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, delivering an average of 68 FPS. It also has a recorded minimum of 58 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS. This is the recommended configuration for a balance of visual quality and performance.
• 2560x1440: No preset achieves an average of 60 FPS. The highest average is 56 FPS on Low settings, which falls short of the playable threshold. Consequently, there are no playable settings at this resolution.
• 3840x2160: No preset is playable. The best average FPS is 31 on Low settings, which is far below the 60 FPS target. This resolution is not viable for this hardware combination in Palworld.