Palworld

Palworld presents a demanding open-world survival environment, and the measured performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT paired with the Intel Arc B390 reveals a system that is strictly limited by its graphics solution. The data indicates a configuration that can handle the game at lower resolutions and settings, but which struggles significantly as the graphical load increases. This analysis will break down the measured FPS across various resolutions and presets, interpret the scaling, and contextualize the results against other tested combinations.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K has a dramatic impact on frame rates, clearly identifying the Intel Arc B390 as the primary bottleneck. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 53 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same High preset drops performance by roughly 34% to 35 FPS. The jump to 4K is even more severe, cutting the frame rate by nearly half again to just 19 FPS. This steep decline is a classic indicator of a GPU that is being saturated by pixel count, with the rendering workload outpacing the graphics processor's capabilities.

The pattern holds true across all settings presets. At Low settings, the system manages 84 FPS at 1080p, which is a very playable number. However, this plummets to 56 FPS at 1440p (a 33% drop) and further to 31 FPS at 4K (a 45% drop from the 1440p figure). This scaling suggests that even when the game's visual complexity is reduced, the sheer number of pixels at 4K is too much for the Arc B390 to handle efficiently. The data implies that the CPU, a 6-core/12-thread part, is capable of feeding the GPU enough data at lower resolutions, but the GPU's rendering throughput becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

The most telling comparison is the performance gap between Low and Ultra at each resolution. At 1080p, the gap between Low (84 FPS) and Ultra (40 FPS) is 44 FPS. At 1440p, that gap shrinks to 30 FPS (56 vs. 26). At 4K, the gap narrows further to just 16 FPS (31 vs. 15). This compression of the frame rate range at higher resolutions is a strong sign that the GPU is hitting its absolute performance ceiling. At 4K, even reducing settings from Ultra to Low only yields a 16 FPS improvement, indicating that the bottleneck is less about shader complexity and more about the raw pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth of the graphics processor. The system is simply unable to push more frames regardless of the quality settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this hardware combination depends heavily on the target resolution. For a smooth 60+ FPS experience, 1080p with Low settings is the only viable option, averaging 84 FPS. This preset sacrifices visual fidelity for performance, but the data shows it is the only way to fully utilize a standard 60Hz monitor. For players who prefer higher visual quality, 1080p Medium provides a respectable 68 FPS average, which is still playable and offers a significant improvement over Low. High settings at 1080p drops to 53 FPS, which is acceptable for many, but it represents a compromise.

At 1440p, the situation becomes more constrained. The Low preset averages 56 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 45 FPS. The High preset at 1440p yields only 35 FPS, which will feel noticeably less fluid. The data suggests that 1440p should be reserved for Low or Medium settings if a consistent frame rate is the priority. The Ultra preset at any resolution is not recommended, as it only produces 40 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and an unplayable 15 FPS at 4K. Benchmark results indicate that the visual uplift from High to Ultra is not worth the substantial performance cost on this GPU.

For 4K gaming, the data is clear: this combination is not suitable. Even the Low preset at 4K only manages 31 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable playability in a fast-paced survival game. The Medium preset at 4K has a minimum FPS of 21, indicating significant stuttering. The recommendation is to avoid 4K entirely with this setup, as the performance is consistently poor across all settings. The best experience per the measured rows is achieved at 1080p, where the player can choose between high frame rates at Low/Medium settings or a still-playable 53 FPS at High.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Palworld at 4K resolution?

A: Technically yes, but the experience is not recommended. The data shows that at 4K, the highest average FPS achieved is 31 on Low settings, dropping to 19 on High and 15 on Ultra. These frame rates are too low for a smooth gaming experience, indicating the GPU is not powerful enough for 4K in this title.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 60 FPS target at 1080p?

A: Only the Low preset achieves an average above 60 FPS at 1080p, with a measured 84 FPS. The Medium preset comes close at 68 FPS, which would also be suitable for a 60Hz monitor, offering a better visual experience while staying above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the performance at 1440p compare to 1080p?

A: For a given settings preset, 1440p performance is significantly lower. For example, on High settings, the average FPS drops from 53 at 1080p to 35 at 1440p. On Low settings, it drops from 84 to 56 FPS. This indicates a substantial performance penalty for the higher resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The benchmark data strongly suggests the Intel Arc B390 GPU is the limiting component. The steep frame rate drops as resolution increases, coupled with the compression of the FPS range between Low and Ultra at higher resolutions, are classic signs of a GPU bottleneck. The CPU appears capable of keeping up at lower resolutions, but the GPU cannot maintain performance as the pixel count grows.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for the Medium preset?

A: The minimum FPS for the Medium preset is 21 at 4K resolution, 38 at 1440p, and 58 at 1080p. These minimums are important for understanding potential stuttering; the 4K minimum of 21 FPS indicates a very inconsistent experience.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 2607 out of 2944 total tested combinations for Palworld. This places it in the lower percentile of all systems tested, which is consistent with the low frame rates measured at higher resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data was measured for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B390 combination:

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average FPS 15
• High: Average FPS 19
• Medium: Average FPS 25 (Min 21, Max 29)
• Low: Average FPS 31

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average FPS 26
• High: Average FPS 35
• Medium: Average FPS 45 (Min 38, Max 52)
• Low: Average FPS 56

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average FPS 40
• High: Average FPS 53
• Medium: Average FPS 68 (Min 58, Max 79)
• Low: Average FPS 84

This data reveals a clear hierarchy of performance. The system is only capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p with lower settings. The step from 1080p to 1440p represents a significant performance hit across the board, and 4K is simply not a viable option. The minimum FPS data for the Medium preset shows that even when the average is acceptable, there can be noticeable dips, particularly at 1440p and 4K.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is unequivocally the performance bottleneck in this configuration. Its benchmark results are stark; with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482, it sits in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, according to the data, include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 and GT 625 OEM, which are entry-level parts from a previous generation. This context explains the measured frame rates. The GPU's 7.680 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 60.00 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply insufficient for the demands of Palworld at high resolutions.

The GPU's memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main DDR4 memory rather than dedicated VRAM. This shared memory architecture, with bandwidth described as "System Dependent," is a major disadvantage for a game like Palworld, which features a large, streaming world. The lack of dedicated, high-speed memory likely contributes to the significant performance drops at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth demands increase. The 12 RT cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate are noted in the specifications, but they do not translate into playable frame rates in this scenario, as the base rendering performance is too low.

The data implies that the Arc B390, despite being a modern part on a 3nm process with a 2500 MHz boost clock, is designed for low-power, integrated graphics duties, not for high-end gaming. Its performance in Palworld is consistently poor, and it fails to provide a smooth experience even at 1080p on the highest settings. The GPU's 80W TDP indicates a power-efficient design, but this efficiency comes at the cost of raw performance, which is the dominant factor in this game's benchmarks.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT provides a stark contrast to the GPU in terms of relative performance. The CPU sits in the 74th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 20733. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12490F, which has a nearly identical average score (20802, deltaPct -0.3%). This places the 5600GT as a solid mid-range performer, a stark difference from the GPU's lowly 9th percentile ranking. The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Given the GPU's severe limitations, the CPU's role in these Palworld benchmarks is likely to be secondary. The data shows that the system is GPU-bound in almost all scenarios. The CPU has ample headroom to process game logic and draw calls, as evidenced by the fact that frame rates scale almost entirely with resolution and graphics settings, which are GPU-centric workloads. The 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are adequate for the game's needs.

However, the CPU's performance is not irrelevant. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 84 FPS. While this is still likely GPU-limited, the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at this rate. The 3DMark single-thread score of 913 and multi-thread score of 5554 suggest the processor can handle the game’s single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks without becoming a major obstacle. The data indicates that the CPU is a capable partner that is being held back by the graphics card, rather than being a limiting factor itself.

How This Combo Ranks

The overall combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2607 out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested, which is a direct consequence of the GPU's weak performance. This ranking is a comprehensive measure that considers all the measured FPS data points and compares the system against others in the database. The high-performing CPU is unable to compensate for the GPU's shortcomings in this GPU-intensive title.

This ranking paints a clear picture. While the Ryzen 5 5600GT is a competent processor, its pairing with the Arc B390 creates a significant imbalance. The system's performance is dragged down by the graphics card, resulting in a final ranking that is far lower than what the CPU alone would suggest. The benchmark data indicates that this combo is only suitable for gaming at 1080p with moderate settings, and it will struggle with any higher-resolution or high-fidelity gaming. The 2607th rank out of 2944 is a clear indicator that, for Palworld, this is a low-performance configuration.