Palworld

Palworld places a substantial load on the GPU, and the measured frames per second (FPS) for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination illustrate a predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 104 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same High preset, the average drops to 69 FPS, which represents a 33.7% reduction in performance. The jump to 3840x2160 is more punishing, with the average falling to 38 FPS, a 44.9% decline from the 1440p result and a 63.5% drop from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline at 4K strongly indicates that the rendering workload is scaling heavily with pixel count, which points to the GPU being the primary limiting component at higher resolutions.

The behavior across the other settings presets reinforces this conclusion. At Low settings, the 1080p average is 167 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well beyond typical display refresh rates. At 1440p Low, the average is 110 FPS, and at 4K Low, it is 61 FPS. The percentage drops from 1080p to 4K at Low settings are 63.5%, which is nearly identical to the drop seen at High settings. This consistency across presets is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario; if the CPU were the bottleneck, the scaling from 1080p to 4K would be much less severe, as the CPU workload would remain relatively constant while the GPU work increased. The data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the constraining factor in this pairing for Palworld, particularly as the resolution climbs toward 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K provides a clear picture of where the performance ceiling lies for this hardware combination. Starting at the High preset, the 1080p average of 104 FPS is strong, but it is only 62.3% of the 167 FPS achieved at Low settings. This gap narrows at higher resolutions; at 1440p, the High preset's 69 FPS is 62.7% of the Low preset's 110 FPS. At 4K, the High preset's 38 FPS is 62.3% of the Low preset's 61 FPS. This consistent ratio between presets at each resolution implies that the relative cost of the High preset's additional graphical features is stable, and the absolute FPS is being dictated by the GPU's raw throughput.

The most telling data point is the progression of the Medium preset, which is the only preset with min and max FPS values recorded. At 1080p Medium, the average is 136 FPS, with a minimum of 115 and a maximum of 156. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 89 FPS, with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103. At 4K Medium, the average falls to 50 FPS, with a minimum of 42 and a maximum of 57. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium (42) is dangerously close to the average of the High preset at the same resolution (38), indicating that even with lower settings, the GPU is struggling to maintain consistent frame pacing at 4K.

The scaling factor between resolutions for the Medium preset is also revealing. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by 34.6%. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is 43.8%. The larger drop at the higher resolution step confirms that the GPU is being saturated by the pixel fill rate demands of 4K. The data does not show any evidence of a CPU bottleneck at these resolutions, as the FPS continues to scale down with resolution in a smooth, predictable manner. The Ryzen 7 5700's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to keep up with the RTX 2070 SUPER's output, even at 1080p where the FPS is highest.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the defining component in this Palworld performance profile. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, which is a critical resource for a game like Palworld that features a large, open world with streaming assets. The benchmark results show that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS collapses to 29, which is below the threshold for comfortable playability. This is a direct consequence of the GPU's compute resources being overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and the Ultra preset's increased geometric and shading complexity.

The GPU's clock speeds are listed as a base of 1605 MHz and a boost of 1770 MHz, with a pixel rate of 113.3 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s. These specifications are consistent with a GPU that is positioned in the mid-to-high range of its generation. The data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER sits in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20282. Its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, which scores 20480 (a 1% difference), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534 (a 1.2% difference). This indicates that the desktop RTX 2070 SUPER is performing as expected for its class, but it is not a top-tier part.

In the context of Palworld, the GPU's role is paramount. The transition from 1080p to 4K at a given preset consistently reduces FPS by roughly a third to a half. For instance, at Ultra settings, the 1080p average is 79 FPS, which drops to 52 FPS at 1440p and then to 29 FPS at 4K. The 4K figure is less than half of the 1440p figure, showing that the GPU is running out of steam at the highest resolution. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is likely a factor here, as Palworld's expansive environments and numerous on-screen entities can consume significant memory, but the data does not provide explicit VRAM usage figures. The measured FPS suggests that the GPU is the primary constraint, and any settings adjustments that reduce the pixel workload will yield the most significant performance gains.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with the High preset is 104.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra performance compare to the 1440p Ultra performance?

A: At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average FPS is 52. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS drops to 29, which is a 44.2% reduction.

Q: Is there a settings preset that provides a 60 FPS experience at 1440p?

A: Yes, the Low preset at 2560x1440 achieves an average of 110 FPS, and the Medium preset achieves 89 FPS. Both are well above 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 167, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance at 4K?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The FPS drops consistently with increasing resolution, from 61 FPS at 4K Low to 29 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is a GPU-bound behavior.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER's synthetic benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20282. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, scores 20480, which is 1% higher.

How This Combo Ranks

In the specific context of Palworld, this combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 2149 out of 3711 tested combos. This places it in the lower half of the tested configurations, which is a noteworthy finding given the individual component's synthetic benchmark scores. The Ryzen 7 5700 sits in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, and the RTX 2070 SUPER sits in the 65th percentile among all GPUs. The fact that the combo's in-game rank (2149 of 3711, roughly the 58th percentile) is lower than both individual component percentiles suggests that Palworld is a demanding title that does not scale perfectly with the strengths of these parts.

The ranking implies that while this combo is capable of running the game, it is not a top performer. The measured FPS data confirms this, as the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K, with only the Low preset achieving an average above 60 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target that many players prefer. The combo's rank is a reflection of these real-world results. For comparison, the CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic tests, such as the Intel Xeon D-2752TER with a score of 25530 (a 0.1% difference), would likely land in a similar performance tier, though their in-game results are not provided. The data for this combo is marked as measured, meaning it is a real data point, not an estimate, which gives the ranking additional weight.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 provides the processing foundation for this combo. With 8 cores and 16 threads, it offers substantial multi-threading capabilities, which is reflected in its synthetic benchmarks. In Cinebench R23, it scores 20655 in the multi-core test and 2916 in the single-core test. In Geekbench, it scores 9959 multi-core and 1907 single-core. These scores indicate a capable CPU that can handle the game's simulation and AI workloads. The CPU's base clock is 3.70 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which provides strong single-threaded performance for game logic that cannot be parallelized.

The CPU's role in Palworld is secondary to the GPU, but it is still important. The benchmark data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 167 FPS, which is a high frame rate that requires a CPU that can process game state and issue draw calls quickly. The Ryzen 7 5700's performance in the PassMark multi-thread test (24303) and single-thread test (3296) suggests it is up to the task. However, the CPU's impact on the overall FPS is muted at higher resolutions. The data does not show any signs of a CPU bottleneck, as the FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is smooth and consistent, which is a hallmark of a GPU-bound system.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, which has an average score of 25485 (a 0.1% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, which scores 25446 (a 0.3% difference). These are all close in raw compute power. The Ryzen 7 5700's 16 MB of L3 cache and DDR4 memory support are adequate for Palworld, but the game's performance is ultimately gated by the GPU. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 7 nm process node from TSMC make it an efficient part, but efficiency is not a primary factor in the measured FPS. The data points to the CPU being a stable, non-limiting partner to the RTX 2070 SUPER in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo provides a comprehensive view of its performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low yields an average of 167 FPS, Medium yields 136 FPS with a minimum of 115 and a maximum of 156, High yields 104 FPS, and Ultra yields 79 FPS. This shows a clear hierarchy, with the Ultra preset costing 52.7% of the Low preset's performance. The 1080p results are all playable, with even the Ultra preset maintaining an average above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. The Low preset averages 110 FPS, Medium averages 89 FPS with a minimum of 76 and a maximum of 103, High averages 69 FPS, and Ultra averages 52 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the first instance where the average FPS falls below 60, indicating that the GPU is starting to struggle with the increased pixel count. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 76 is still respectable, suggesting that frame pacing remains stable.

At 3840x2160, the performance takes a significant hit. The Low preset averages 61 FPS, which is just barely above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 50 FPS with a minimum of 42 and a maximum of 57, showing that the GPU is under duress. The High preset drops to 38 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 29 FPS. The 4K results are largely unplayable for smooth gameplay, with only the Low preset offering a playable average. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver solid frame rates across most presets.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS experience at 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it averages 79 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable frame rate. If the user prefers a higher refresh rate, the High preset at 1080p averages 104 FPS, which is ideal for 100 Hz or 120 Hz displays. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 136 FPS, which is suitable for 144 Hz displays, but the visual fidelity is lower than High.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation is to use the High preset, which averages 69 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS target and offers a good balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 89 FPS and is a viable alternative for users who prefer higher frame rates over visual fidelity, as it maintains a minimum of 76 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p, with an average of 52 FPS, is not recommended for smooth gameplay, as it dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the options are limited. The Low preset averages 61 FPS, which is just at the edge of playability. This is the only 4K preset that achieves a 60 FPS average. The Medium preset averages 50 FPS, which may be acceptable for a slower-paced game, but the minimum FPS of 42 indicates potential stuttering. The High and Ultra presets at 4K, with averages of 38 and 29 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a smooth experience. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, the user should either accept the Low preset or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p to use higher quality presets. The best overall experience, based on the measured data, is 1080p with the High or Ultra preset, or 1440p with the High preset.