Palworld

Palworld’s performance with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination presents a clear picture of a GPU-bound experience at higher resolutions, with the CPU’s capabilities becoming increasingly relevant as resolution drops. The measured frame rates across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K resolutions reveal distinct scaling patterns that point to where the bottleneck lies in this specific pairing. This analysis breaks down the data to show how the components interact, what the frame rates mean relative to other tested configurations, and what settings deliver the best playable experience.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K follows a predictable curve, but the magnitude of the drops is telling. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 347 FPS, which drops to 237 FPS at 1440p and further to 131 FPS at 4K. This represents a 31.7% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a 44.7% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling suggests that at lower resolutions, the frame rate is so high that other system components, likely the CPU, are beginning to limit the output, as the GPU has ample headroom to render frames quickly.

Moving to Medium settings, the pattern holds with 291 FPS at 1080p, 192 FPS at 1440p, and 106 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 34.0% and 44.8% respectively, nearly identical to Low settings. This consistency indicates that the resolution scaling behavior is stable across these two presets. The High preset shows 224 FPS at 1080p, 148 FPS at 1440p, and 82 FPS at 4K, with drops of 33.9% and 44.6%. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, yields 170 FPS at 1080p, 112 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K, with percentage drops of 34.1% and 44.6%.

The uniformity of these percentage drops across all four settings presets is striking. This suggests that the limiting factor is not the settings themselves, but rather the resolution change. The data shows that moving from 1080p to 1440p consistently costs about one-third of the frame rate, while moving from 1440p to 4K costs about 45% more. This behavior is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario where the rendering workload increases quadratically with pixel count. At 4K, the RTX 5090 is clearly the primary constraint, as the frame rates drop to levels that are still playable but far from the high refresh rates seen at 1080p.

The fact that the 1080p results are so high, with Low settings reaching 347 FPS, suggests that at this resolution, the CPU is starting to become a factor. The Ryzen 5 7400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has to keep up with the GPU’s frame generation, and the data implies that it is doing so effectively, though the ceiling is being approached. The difference between 1080p and 1440p at Low settings is 110 FPS, which is a larger absolute gap than the 106 FPS difference between 1440p and 4K. This indicates that the GPU is still the dominant factor, but the CPU’s influence is more noticeable at lower resolutions where frame rates are extremely high.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a flagship GPU with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This massive memory allocation is more than sufficient for Palworld’s open-world environments, which often feature large draw distances and many dynamic objects. The 32 GB capacity ensures that even at 4K with Ultra settings, the GPU will not run into memory limitations, allowing textures and geometry to be streamed without stutter. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed, which is a high-speed configuration that supports the high frame rates observed in the data.

The GPU’s clock speeds are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with a pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. These specifications explain the GPU’s ability to handle the resolution scaling seen in the measured data. The FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS is a strong indicator of raw compute power, which is leveraged in Palworld’s physics and rendering systems. The GPU’s percentile ranking of 92 among all GPUs places it in the top tier, and its benchmark scores reflect this. For instance, the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 18355, and the Passmark G3D score is 39650, which are both high scores that correlate with the strong frame rates observed.

In the context of Palworld specifically, the GPU’s role is to render the game’s vibrant, stylized world at high resolutions. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo achieves 62 FPS, which is a demanding setting that requires the GPU to work at full capacity. The RTX 5090’s 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores are present, though Palworld does not heavily utilize ray tracing, so their impact on this game is minimal. The GPU’s 21760 shading units and 680 TMUs are more relevant, as they handle the standard rasterization and texture mapping that Palworld relies on. The measured frame rates, such as 148 FPS at 1440p High, demonstrate that the GPU is not being overly stressed at this resolution, leaving headroom for future patches or more demanding scenes.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 62 FPS.

Q: How does the frame rate at 1080p Low compare to 1440p Low?

A: At 1080p Low, the average frame rate is 347 FPS, which drops to 237 FPS at 1440p Low, a reduction of 110 FPS.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440, the Medium preset yields an average of 192 FPS, while the High preset yields 148 FPS, a difference of 44 FPS.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded at 4K Medium?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the minimum frame rate recorded is 90 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F’s benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T’s score of 32707.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks in the 92nd percentile among all GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 81st out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the top 2.75% of all configurations tested, which is an impressive result for a mid-range CPU paired with a top-tier GPU. The ranking indicates that the CPU is not significantly hampering the GPU’s performance in this game, as the combo achieves a high position despite the 7400F being a more budget-oriented processor. The data suggests that Palworld is not extremely CPU-intensive at higher resolutions, allowing the RTX 5090 to shine.

The rank of 81 out of 2944 means that there are 80 other combos that perform better, likely consisting of higher-end CPUs paired with the same or similar GPUs. The Ryzen 5 7400F’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for Palworld’s gameplay, which involves exploration, base building, and combat with Pals. The combo’s performance is likely limited by the CPU’s single-thread performance, which is reflected in its benchmark scores of 309 in Cinebench R15 single-core and 3689 in Passmark single-thread. However, these scores are still high enough to avoid being a major bottleneck, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

The fact that this combo ranks in the top 100 out of nearly 3000 configurations confirms the RTX 5090’s raw power. The GPU’s 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs is the primary driver of this result. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs is also respectable, and the two components work well together in this title. For users looking to build a system for Palworld, this combo offers a strong balance, though the data suggests that a more powerful CPU could yield even higher frame rates at 1080p, where the GPU is less constrained.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 347 FPS, followed by Medium at 291 FPS, High at 224 FPS, and Ultra at 170 FPS. The Medium preset has recorded minimum and maximum values of 248 FPS and 335 FPS, respectively, showing a relatively tight range. At 1440p, the ordering remains the same, with Low at 237 FPS, Medium at 192 FPS, High at 148 FPS, and Ultra at 112 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 221 FPS.

At 4K, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings produce an average of 131 FPS, Medium produces 106 FPS, High produces 82 FPS, and Ultra produces 62 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, showing a range of 90 FPS to 122 FPS. This data indicates that the combo can handle 4K gaming, but the Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding, pushing the average down to 62 FPS, which is at the lower end of playable for many users.

The data also shows the scaling between presets at each resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 177 FPS, which is a significant gap. At 1440p, the gap narrows to 125 FPS, and at 4K, it narrows further to 69 FPS. This trend suggests that as resolution increases, the impact of settings on frame rate diminishes, because the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The data is consistent with the RTX 5090’s capabilities, as the GPU is powerful enough to maintain high frame rates even at 4K Low, but the Ultra preset at 4K requires more rendering work, leading to lower frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the Medium preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium delivers an average of 291 FPS, which is more than enough for high-refresh-rate monitors, and the minimum of 248 FPS ensures smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. At 1440p, Medium yields 192 FPS, which is also excellent for most gaming displays, with a minimum of 163 FPS providing a comfortable buffer. At 4K, Medium produces 106 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum of 90 FPS ensures a consistent experience.

For users with 4K displays, the High preset at 82 FPS is also a viable option, offering improved visual fidelity over Medium while maintaining a playable frame rate. The Ultra preset at 4K, with an average of 62 FPS, is only recommended for those who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, as it sits close to the edge of smoothness. At 1080p and 1440p, the Ultra preset is more viable, with 170 FPS and 112 FPS respectively, which are both high enough for competitive or immersive play.

The Low preset is not recommended for regular play, as the visual sacrifices are substantial, and the frame rate gains are less noticeable at higher resolutions. For example, at 4K, Low produces 131 FPS, which is only 25 FPS more than Medium, but the visual downgrade is significant. The data suggests that the Medium preset is the sweet spot for this combo, as it provides high frame rates with minimal visual compromises. For those seeking maximum visual quality, the High preset is a good middle ground, especially at 1440p where it still achieves 148 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, which is the highest frequency at which it can operate under load. The CPU has a 32 MB shared L3 cache, and each core has 64 KB of L1 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache. These cache sizes are moderate, but they are sufficient for Palworld’s gameplay, which involves managing many entities and physics calculations. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates that it is a solid performer for its class.

In Palworld, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, AI for the Pals, and the simulation of the open world. The data shows that the CPU is not a major bottleneck at 4K, as the frame rates are primarily GPU-limited. However, at 1080p, the CPU’s performance becomes more critical, as the GPU can render frames faster than the CPU can issue draw calls. The 1080p Low result of 347 FPS suggests that the CPU is reaching its limits, as this is a very high frame rate that requires strong single-thread performance. The CPU’s benchmark scores, such as 3072 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 21765 in multi-core, are indicative of its capabilities.

The Ryzen 5 7400F’s nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, has a very similar average score of 32707, with a delta of 0.1% from the 7400F’s 32750. This shows that the 7400F is competitive with other mid-range CPUs. The CPU’s 2193 score in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 309 in single-core are also in line with expectations for a 6-core Zen 4 part. The data indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the RTX 5090 adequately, but users seeking the absolute maximum frame rates at 1080p might benefit from a higher-end CPU with more cores or higher clock speeds. Overall, the Ryzen 5 7400F plays a supporting role in this combo, providing enough processing power to avoid significant bottlenecks in Palworld, especially at resolutions above 1080p.