Palworld

Palworld pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F with the Intel Arc B570 in a combination that lands at rank 2362 out of 2944 tested combos. The data shows a system built around a six-core, twelve-thread Zen 4 processor and a 10 GB Battlemage graphics card, with measured frame rates that range from a 130 FPS average at 1080p Low down to a 22 FPS average at 4K Ultra. This analysis walks through the CPU and GPU roles, the combo's standing, resolution scaling behavior, and the full measured FPS breakdown.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael codename) using a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR5 memory through a dual-channel interface with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor is unlocked, meaning the multiplier can be adjusted, and it uses the AMD Socket AM5.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 7500F demonstrates strong single-thread performance with a 3dmark single-thread score of 974 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3218. Multi-threaded results show a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22799 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 12362. The processor's average benchmark score is 24964, placing it in the 77th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-11850H (avg score 24935, deltaPct 0.1), the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (avg score 25005, deltaPct -0.2), the Intel Core i7-13620H (avg score 24911, deltaPct 0.2), and the Intel Core 5 210H (avg score 24872, deltaPct 0.4). These deltas are all within 0.4 percent, indicating the Ryzen 5 7500F sits in a tightly clustered performance band.

For Palworld, the CPU's role becomes evident when examining the frame rate data. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves a 130 FPS average. That high frame rate at the lowest settings suggests the processor is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to hit high refresh rates when graphical load is minimal. The 12 threads and 5.00 GHz boost clock provide the computational headroom needed for the game's survival mechanics, which often involve many simultaneous entities and physics calculations. The single-thread performance, as indicated by the 3dmark single-thread score of 974, is particularly relevant for game logic that may not scale perfectly across all cores.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B570 achieves a rank of 2362 out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld. This places the system in the lower-middle portion of the database, meaning roughly 582 combos perform worse and approximately 2361 combos perform better. The percentile position suggests that while this hardware is not at the top tier for this specific game, it is also not among the worst performers.

To understand this rank, consider the measured FPS data. The combo delivers playable frame rates at 1080p across all settings, with an average of 61 FPS at Ultra and 81 FPS at High. At 1440p, the system remains playable for most settings, with a 53 FPS average at High and 69 FPS at Medium, though Ultra drops to 40 FPS. At 4K, the system struggles, with only the Low preset reaching a technically playable 47 FPS average, while High sits at 30 FPS and Ultra falls to 22 FPS. These numbers explain the mid-pack rank: the combo is capable at lower resolutions but cannot sustain high frame rates at 4K, which likely pushes it down relative to combos with more powerful graphics cards.

The rank of 2362 out of 2944 is a raw position, not a percentile, but it implies the combo sits above roughly the 19.8th percentile of all tested configurations in this game. This is consistent with the GPU's overall standing: the Intel Arc B570 is in the 65th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556. The CPU is in the 77th percentile, so the combo's game-specific rank is lower than either component's general percentile, which indicates Palworld places particular demands on the system that this pairing does not fully satisfy, likely at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of resolution scaling. Starting at 1080p High with an 81 FPS average, dropping to 1440p High reduces the average to 53 FPS, and further dropping to 4K High brings it down to 30 FPS. This represents a 34.6 percent decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 43.4 percent decrease from 1440p to 4K. The total drop from 1080p High to 4K High is 63 percent.

At Low settings, the scaling is slightly different. The 1080p Low average is 130 FPS, which drops to 85 FPS at 1440p Low, and then to 47 FPS at 4K Low. The percentage decreases are 34.6 percent from 1080p to 1440p and 44.7 percent from 1440p to 4K. At Medium settings, the averages are 105 FPS at 1080p, 69 FPS at 1440p, and 38 FPS at 4K, representing decreases of 34.3 percent and 44.9 percent respectively. At Ultra settings, the averages are 61 FPS at 1080p, 40 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K, with decreases of 34.4 percent and 45 percent.

The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings presets is notable. In every case, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by roughly 34 to 35 percent, and moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it by roughly 43 to 45 percent. This pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution increases. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller performance gap between resolutions, especially at lower settings where the GPU has less work to do. The fact that even at Low settings, where the CPU has the most relative influence, the frame rate drops by 44.7 percent from 1440p to 4K strongly suggests the Intel Arc B570 is saturating at higher pixel counts.

The GPU's specifications support this interpretation. The Arc B570 has 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus with 380.0 GB/s bandwidth. Its base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and it offers 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. At 4K, the sheer number of pixels to fill stresses the 80 ROPs and the memory bandwidth, causing the observed frame rate collapse. The CPU, with its 5.00 GHz boost clock, appears capable of keeping up at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the 130 FPS average at 1080p Low.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides exact averages for each resolution and settings combination. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers a 130 FPS average, which is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo. Medium settings at 1080p produce a 105 FPS average with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 121 FPS. High settings at 1080p result in an 81 FPS average, and Ultra settings drop to a 61 FPS average.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 85 FPS. Medium settings at 1440p average 69 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. High settings at 1440p average 53 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to a 40 FPS average. The Medium preset at both 1080p and 1440p is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, providing a frame time consistency metric. At 1080p Medium, the range from 89 to 121 FPS indicates a 32 FPS spread, while at 1440p Medium, the spread is 21 FPS from 59 to 80.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 47 FPS. Medium settings at 4K average 38 FPS, with a minimum of 33 FPS and a maximum of 44 FPS. High settings at 4K average 30 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to a 22 FPS average. The 4K Medium preset shows the narrowest frame time range of all recorded Medium presets, with an 11 FPS spread, suggesting that at this resolution the system is more consistently loaded. The overall pattern across all resolutions is that Low settings provide the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, then High, with Ultra being the most demanding. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial: at 1080p, the difference is 69 FPS (130 vs 61), at 1440p it is 45 FPS (85 vs 40), and at 4K it is 25 FPS (47 vs 22).

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Palworld?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the most viable resolution, with all settings presets achieving at least 61 FPS average. At 1440p, only Low and Medium presets exceed 60 FPS, while at 4K, no preset reaches 50 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform compared to High?

A: At 1080p, Ultra averages 61 FPS versus 81 FPS for High, a 24.7 percent reduction. At 1440p, Ultra averages 40 FPS versus 53 FPS for High, a 24.5 percent reduction. At 4K, Ultra averages 22 FPS versus 30 FPS for High, a 26.7 percent reduction.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The resolution scaling data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. Frame rates drop by 43 to 45 percent from 1440p to 4K across all settings presets, including Low, which would not happen if the CPU were the primary constraint.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1440p Medium?

A: The measured average is 69 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. This is the only 1440p preset with recorded min/max values.

Q: How does this combo compare to the Intel Arc A750?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, while the Intel Arc A750 has an average score of 20582, a deltaPct of -0.1 percent. This means the B570 is essentially on par with the A750 in general benchmarks, with a negligible performance difference.

Q: Does the combo achieve 60 FPS at 4K with any settings?

A: No. The highest 4K average is 47 FPS at Low settings. Medium averages 38 FPS, High averages 30 FPS, and Ultra averages 22 FPS. None of the 4K presets reach 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and the desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset with an 81 FPS average provides a strong balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 61 FPS average is still playable, but the 20 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not justify the visual improvements, especially given that the Medium preset at 105 FPS average offers a significant performance cushion for those who prioritize smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset stands out. With a 69 FPS average and a minimum of 59 FPS, it maintains a frame rate above the 60 FPS threshold for most of the time. The High preset at 53 FPS average is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay but may feel less responsive. The Low preset at 85 FPS average is the only 1440p option that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS with headroom, making it the choice for competitive play or systems with high refresh rate monitors.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that only the Low preset, with a 47 FPS average, is viable for any semblance of smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 38 FPS average and the High preset at 30 FPS average are below the 30 FPS threshold for High, which is borderline for playability. The Ultra preset at 22 FPS average is not recommended for interactive play. For 4K, users should either accept the Low preset or reduce the resolution to 1440p for a better experience.

The best overall preset per the measured rows is arguably 1080p High, which delivers 81 FPS average. This provides a good mix of visual fidelity from the High settings while maintaining a frame rate well above the 60 FPS standard. For users with 1440p monitors, the Medium preset at 69 FPS average is the sweet spot, as it stays above 60 FPS on average and has a recorded minimum of 59 FPS, indicating consistent performance.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B570 is a discrete desktop graphics card based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, codenamed Battlemage (Arc 5 generation). It uses a 5 nm process from TSMC with 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die. The card has a base clock of 2500 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 380.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units, along with 18 ray tracing cores. Its compute capabilities include 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 23.04 TFLOPS of FP16 performance (2:1 ratio). The card has a 150 W TDP and requires a 450 W power supply, using a single 8-pin power connector.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Arc B570 scores 14195 in Passmark G3D, 83514 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 96844 in Geekbench Vulkan. Its average benchmark score is 20556, placing it in the 65th percentile against all GPUs. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (avg score 20534, deltaPct 0.1), the Intel Arc A750 (avg score 20582, deltaPct -0.1), the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (avg score 20480, deltaPct 0.4), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (avg score 20662, deltaPct -0.5). These rivals are all within 0.5 percent of the B570's average score, indicating the card sits in a competitive performance class.

For Palworld, the GPU's role is clearly visible in the resolution scaling data. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the 160-bit memory bus and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth appear to be limiting factors at 4K. The frame rate drops from 47 FPS at 4K Low to 22 FPS at 4K Ultra, showing that the card's compute and memory resources are overwhelmed by the pixel count at 4K Ultra. The 2500 MHz boost clock provides consistent clock speeds, but the 80 ROPs may not be sufficient to fill 4K frames at high settings. The card's performance relative to its rivals, particularly the near-identical score to the Intel Arc A750, suggests that Palworld's demands at high resolution are similar to what those GPUs experience. The measured data shows the Arc B570 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card for this game, but 4K gaming requires significant settings reductions to achieve playable frame rates.