Palworld

Palworld pairs the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, a combination that lands at rank 1040 out of 1718 tested combos for this title. The data shows a system that can handle the game across a wide range of settings, but with clear performance ceilings at the highest resolutions. The measured FPS values reveal a component balance that shifts from CPU-bound at lower settings to GPU-bound as resolution and quality increase. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, offering a step-by-step look at what the numbers mean for actual gameplay.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic shift in frame rates, highlighting the RTX 2070 SUPER as the primary constraint at higher resolutions. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 167.0 at 1080p to 62.6 at 4K, a reduction of roughly 62%. This scaling is typical of a GPU that is being pushed to its limits by the sheer pixel count. Moving to High settings, the averages fall from 102.4 at 1080p to 40.1 at 4K, a similar proportional drop, indicating that the graphics card’s workload is dominating performance regardless of the quality preset.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU has ample headroom. The Ryzen 7 7700, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not the limiting factor at this resolution, as evidenced by the high frame rates even on Ultra settings (81.1 FPS). However, at 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more pronounced; the gap between Low (107.9 FPS) and Ultra (53.3 FPS) widens, showing that the GPU is beginning to struggle with the increased pixel load. At 4K, the system is firmly GPU-bound, as even the Low preset cannot maintain a smooth 60 FPS average, landing at 62.6, while Medium and High dip into the 40s, and Ultra drops to 29.7 FPS.

This pattern indicates that for a smooth experience, users should target 1080p or 1440p, where the RTX 2070 SUPER can still deliver playable frame rates across most presets. The 4K results are only suitable for less demanding settings, and the Ultra preset at this resolution is not a viable option for consistent gameplay.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain high frame rates?

A: The data shows the most consistent high performance at 1920x1080, where even the Ultra preset averages 81.1 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset drops to 53.3 FPS, which is still playable, but the 1080p results offer a more comfortable margin.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in this game's performance context?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 22206, placing it within 2.3% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (score 22729) and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (score 21670). This indicates it is a mid-range performer relative to its peers.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 7700 a bottleneck for the RTX 2070 SUPER in Palworld?

A: The data suggests not at higher resolutions. At 4K, the FPS drops significantly across all settings, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the high 167.0 FPS average indicates the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU without being a constraint.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The average FPS at 2560x1440 goes from 107.9 on Low to 53.3 on Ultra. This represents a significant drop of over 50%, showing the heavy impact of the Ultra preset on the GPU.

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Only at Low settings, which averages 62.6 FPS. The Medium preset averages 47.0 FPS, and High averages 40.1 FPS, so a consistent 60 FPS at 4K is not achievable with higher quality settings.

Q: How does the CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks relate to its gaming results here?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700 scores 29302 in Cinebench R23 multicore and ranks in the 91st percentile among all CPUs. This high compute performance supports the high frame rates seen at 1080p, where the CPU is less likely to be the bottleneck.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot at 1080p and 1440p. At 1920x1080, Medium averages 138.1 FPS, which is well above the threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors, while High averages 102.4 FPS, still excellent. The Ultra preset at 1080p provides 81.1 FPS, but the visual gains over High may not justify the performance cost for all users.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset delivers 87.4 FPS, a solid experience for most displays. High at 69.6 FPS is also playable, but the data shows a noticeable jump down to 53.3 FPS on Ultra. For users prioritizing a stable frame rate, Medium or High are the recommended choices. At 3840x2160, the options are limited. Low is the only preset that clears 60 FPS, averaging 62.6, but the visual compromise is substantial. Medium at 47.0 FPS might be acceptable for slower-paced gameplay, but High and Ultra are not recommended for a smooth experience.

Given the measured data, playing at 1440p on High or Medium offers the best compromise between detail and fluidity, while 1080p on High is the most reliable way to ensure a high frame rate without sacrificing too much graphical fidelity.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER holds a rank of 1040 out of 1718 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the performance spectrum, suggesting that while it is a functional setup, it is not among the top-tier configurations for this game. The rank reflects the GPU’s mid-range standing, as the RTX 2070 SUPER sits in the 65th percentile of all GPUs.

The CPU, however, is a strong performer, ranking in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The discrepancy between the CPU’s high percentile and the combo’s lower rank indicates that the graphics card is holding back the overall performance. The data confirms this, as the system shows clear GPU limitations at higher resolutions. The combo rank suggests that users can expect a decent experience, but there are many other pairings that would yield higher frame rates in Palworld. The results point to the RTX 2070 SUPER as the component to upgrade first for better performance in this title.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the defining component in this system’s Palworld performance. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, it provides a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the data suggests it can become a limiting factor at 4K, where the frame rates drop significantly. The GPU’s boost clock of 1770 MHz and its 2560 shading units contribute to its compute capability, which is reflected in its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1651.

The GPU’s performance in Palworld is clearly the bottleneck at higher settings. At 4K, the transition from Low to Ultra settings causes a massive performance hit, going from 62.6 FPS to 29.7 FPS. This indicates that the card’s raw processing power is insufficient for the demands of 4K Ultra. The card’s average benchmark score of 22206 places it in the 65th percentile, and its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, is only 0.5% behind, showing the competitive landscape it sits in. The RTX 2070 SUPER is a capable 1080p and 1440p card, but its role in this combo is to provide a solid baseline rather than a high-end experience at maximum resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system's capabilities across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably. The Low preset averages 167.0 FPS, which is exceptionally high. Medium averages 138.1 FPS, High averages 102.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 81.1 FPS. All of these are very playable, with even the most demanding preset offering a smooth experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are lower but still solid. Low is measured at 107.9 FPS, Medium at 87.4 FPS, High at 69.6 FPS, and Ultra at 53.3 FPS. This shows a clear progression of performance cost as quality increases, with the Ultra preset being the first to dip below the 60 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overburdened. Low averages 62.6 FPS, just barely above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 47.0 FPS, High averages 40.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 29.7 FPS. These results indicate that 4K gaming is only viable at the lowest settings, and even then, the frame rate is marginal. The data across all resolutions confirms that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary limiting factor, with the Ryzen 7 7700 providing enough CPU headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck.