Palworld

Palworld’s measured performance with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER reveals a configuration that scales predictably with resolution and settings, though the relationship between CPU and GPU load shifts dramatically across the tested scenarios. The data indicates a system that is exceptionally capable at 1080p, where frame rates are high enough to suggest a CPU bottleneck at lower settings, and transitions to a GPU-bound state at 4K, where the RTX 4070 SUPER’s capabilities are fully taxed. This analysis walks through the measured FPS data, contextualizes the results against other tested combos, and provides actionable settings guidance.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 clearly illustrates the shifting bottleneck between the CPU and GPU. At the High preset, performance drops from 171 FPS at 1080p to 112 FPS at 1440p, a 34.5% reduction, and then to 64.8 FPS at 4K, a further 42.1% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep decline at higher resolutions is a classic indicator of the GPU becoming the limiting factor, as the Ryzen 9 5900X has ample headroom to feed the RTX 4070 SUPER at lower pixel counts.

The scaling pattern is even more pronounced at the Low preset. The system achieves 279.8 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 180.8 FPS at 1440p (a 35.4% decrease) and then to 102.2 FPS at 4K (a 43.5% decrease from 1440p). The fact that 1080p Low exceeds 270 FPS strongly suggests that the CPU is the primary constraint at this resolution and settings combination, as the graphics card is not being pushed to its limits. At 4K Low, the 102.2 FPS result indicates the GPU is now doing most of the heavy lifting, but the frame rate remains very playable.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with a 133.9 FPS result at 1080p falling to 84.8 FPS at 1440p (a 36.7% drop) and then to 47.2 FPS at 4K (a 44.3% drop from 1440p). This 64.8% reduction from 1080p to 4K Ultra highlights how the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 12 GB of VRAM and processing power are fully utilized at the highest settings, while the CPU’s role diminishes. The data collectively shows that at 1080p, the Ryzen 9 5900X is the star, but by 4K, the RTX 4070 SUPER is the definitive performance limiter.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 279.8, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra performance compare to the 1080p Ultra performance?

A: The 4K Ultra result of 47.2 FPS is significantly lower than the 1080p Ultra result of 133.9 FPS, representing a 64.8% reduction in frame rate.

Q: Is the combo more CPU-bound or GPU-bound at 1440p High?

A: At 1440p High, the system produces 112 FPS. Given that the 1080p High result is 171 FPS and the 4K High result is 64.8 FPS, the system is transitioning to a more GPU-bound state at 1440p, but the CPU still has significant influence.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Low and Ultra presets at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset yields 180.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields 84.8 FPS, a difference of 96 FPS (or 53.1% higher performance for Low).

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates at 4K across all settings?

A: Yes, the data shows all 4K settings are playable, with the Low preset at 102.2 FPS, Medium at 81 FPS, High at 64.8 FPS, and Ultra at 47.2 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations for this game?

A: The combo ranks 293rd out of 1718 tested combos, placing it in the top 17.1% of all configurations evaluated.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in determining high-resolution and high-settings performance. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, which is crucial for handling the detailed textures and large draw distances in Palworld. The GPU’s boost clock of 2475 MHz, combined with its 7168 shading units and 80 ROPs, allows for the substantial frame rate differences observed between the Low and Ultra presets.

At 4K Ultra, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, with the RTX 4070 SUPER producing 47.2 FPS. The transition from Medium to Ultra at 4K shows a 41.7% performance penalty (from 81 FPS to 47.2 FPS), indicating that the most demanding settings, likely shadows and effects, heavily tax the GPU’s resources. The GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, yet the data shows that Palworld’s Ultra preset at 4K is a heavy workload, pushing the card to its limits.

The GPU’s role is less critical at 1080p Low, where the 279.8 FPS result suggests the card is not even close to being fully utilized. The fact that the 1080p Low score is 2.7 times higher than the 4K Ultra score underscores how the GPU’s workload scales with pixel count and settings complexity. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s specifications, including its 5 nm process node and Ada Lovelace architecture, enable it to deliver these high frame rates, but the data clearly shows that the GPU is the component that determines the ceiling for performance at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves 279.8 FPS, which is the highest result in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce 226.4 FPS, High settings yield 171 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 133.9 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p represents a 52.1% reduction in frame rate, showing the impact of the most demanding visual features.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains high but shows the expected decline. The Low preset still manages a very smooth 180.8 FPS, while Medium delivers 148.8 FPS. High settings produce 112 FPS, and Ultra drops to 84.8 FPS. The 1440p results are all playable, even at Ultra, which is a strong indicator of the GPU’s capability. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 96 FPS, a 53.1% reduction.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the primary performance driver. The Low preset achieves 102.2 FPS, which is a very good result for 4K gaming. Medium settings produce 81 FPS, and High settings yield 64.8 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 47.2 FPS, is the only setting that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that users targeting 4K Ultra may need to accept lower frame rates or adjust settings. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a 53.8% performance drop, which is consistent with the patterns seen at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 293rd out of 1718 tested combos for Palworld. This places the configuration in the top 17.1% of all systems tested, indicating that it is a high-performing setup for this game. The rank reflects the balanced nature of the components, where the CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance (as seen in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33150) and the GPU’s high frame rate capabilities work well together.

In terms of the CPU’s individual standing, the Ryzen 9 5900X sits in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39453. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 4245P (deltaPct of 0.2), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (deltaPct of -0.7), the Intel Core i7-13700F (deltaPct of 0.9), and the Intel Core i7-13700 (deltaPct of -1). This indicates the 5900X is a top-tier processor, and its performance is not a limiting factor in the measured results.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070 SUPER is in the 84th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 42576. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct of -0.2), the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (deltaPct of -0.3), the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (deltaPct of 1.4), and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 (deltaPct of 1.6). This suggests that the GPU is well-positioned in the market, and the combo’s 293rd rank out of 1718 is a direct result of its strong individual component performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user’s resolution and performance targets. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 171 FPS is an excellent choice, providing a smooth experience with good visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 133.9 FPS is also viable for users who prioritize visuals and have a high refresh rate monitor. The Low preset, at 279.8 FPS, is only recommended for competitive play or if maximizing frame rate is the sole objective.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 112 FPS, which is a strong balance between visuals and performance. The Medium preset at 148.8 FPS is a better choice for users who want a higher frame rate buffer, while the Ultra preset at 84.8 FPS is still playable and offers the best image quality. The Low preset at 180.8 FPS is overkill for most displays and sacrifices too much visual quality for the extra frames.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that the High preset at 64.8 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it provides a good balance of visual quality and playable frame rates. The Medium preset at 81 FPS is a solid alternative for users who want a higher performance margin. The Ultra preset at 47.2 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset at 102.2 FPS is viable for users who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, but it may not fully utilize the GPU’s capabilities. Overall, the High preset at 1440p offers the best combination of performance and visual quality, while 4K users should stick to Medium or High to maintain smooth gameplay.