Palworld

# Palworld with Intel Core i5-11400F + AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT

This combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT produces a mid-pack result in Palworld, ranking 2364th out of 3711 tested combos. The pairing lands in the lower half of the database, which reflects a system that can handle the survival title at playable levels but is not positioned among the high-end performers. The data shows a clear pattern where the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the six-core CPU provides adequate support for the game's demands.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2364 out of 3711 places this system in the 36th percentile of all tested combinations for Palworld. This is a modest standing, indicating that roughly two-thirds of tested systems deliver higher average frame rates in this title. The ranking is consistent with the individual component percentiles: the CPU sits at the 71st percentile among all processors, while the GPU is at the 60th percentile among all graphics cards. The combo's overall position is dragged down by the GPU's more modest standing relative to the CPU's stronger showing.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU's nearest rivals in aggregate performance are closely matched. The AMD EPYC 7H12 scores 17120, just 0.3% below the i5-11400F's 17177 average. The Intel Core i5-12450H is 0.4% ahead at 17239, and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is 0.6% ahead at 17278. These tiny deltas show that the i5-11400F sits in a tightly contested performance band where single-digit percentage differences separate competitors. The Intel Core Ultra 7 164U trails by 0.6% at 17074, rounding out a cluster of rivals within one percentage point of each other.

For the GPU, the RX 7600 XT's 17083 average benchmark score places it near the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, which scores 17208 and is 0.7% ahead. The AMD Radeon HD 7970M is 0.4% behind at 17019, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 is 0.3% behind at 17037, and the NVIDIA Tesla M4 is 0.9% behind at 16932. This grouping puts the RX 7600 XT in a competitive tier where the differences are marginal in synthetic tests, though Palworld's real-world results will show larger gaps depending on settings and resolution.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT carries 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is notable for a card in this performance class, as the capacity is generous for Palworld's open-world environments that load many assets simultaneously. The card's clock speeds are substantial: a base of 1980 MHz, a game clock of 2470 MHz, and a boost of 2755 MHz. The memory runs at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective speed.

These specifications translate into a pixel rate of 176.3 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 352.6 GTexel/s, with FP32 compute at 22.57 TFLOPS. The card's 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs are arranged in a configuration that favors high fill rates. The 32 ray accelerators are present but Palworld does not heavily utilize ray tracing, so their impact on measured results is minimal. The GPU's benchmark percentile of 60 shows it performs better than most cards in synthetic tests, though Palworld's particular workload may not align perfectly with those strengths.

The 16 GB frame buffer becomes relevant at 4K resolution, where the measured data shows the card can still operate without memory capacity being the limiting factor. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 28 FPS at Ultra to 58 FPS at Low, indicating that the GPU's compute throughput rather than its memory capacity is the constraint at this resolution. The 288.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for the game's needs, as evidenced by the smooth scaling between settings at each resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how the system's performance scales across resolutions and settings. At 1080p, the average frame rates are 159 FPS at Low, 129 FPS at Medium, 99 FPS at High, and 75 FPS at Ultra. Moving to 1440p, these figures drop to 105, 85, 65, and 50 FPS respectively. At 4K, the averages fall to 58, 47, 36, and 28 FPS for Low, Medium, High, and Ultra.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent pattern: at Low settings, the drop is from 159 to 58 FPS, a reduction of 63.5%. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 75 to 28 FPS, a reduction of 62.7%. This relatively uniform percentage decline across settings indicates that the GPU is the dominant limiting factor throughout the resolution range. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would remain more constant as resolution increases, because the GPU would finish frames faster than the CPU could feed them.

The 1440p results sit roughly halfway between the 1080p and 4K numbers, which is expected for a GPU-bound scenario. At 1440p High, the system delivers 65 FPS, which is 34.3% lower than the 99 FPS at 1080p High. The 4K High result of 36 FPS is 44.6% lower than the 1440p High number. This progressive decline confirms that the RX 7600 XT's rendering throughput is the primary constraint, with the i5-11400F providing sufficient headroom at all tested resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results. Low settings produce an average of 159 FPS, which approaches the refresh rate of high-end monitors. Medium settings yield 129 FPS with a minimum of 110 and maximum of 149, providing a smooth experience with some visual improvements. High settings still deliver a strong 99 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 75 FPS. The 1080p results show that the combo is well-suited for competitive play at lower settings or immersive play at higher settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains playable but with more variation. Low settings produce 105 FPS on average, which is still above the 90 FPS threshold many gamers consider smooth. Medium settings deliver 85 FPS with a minimum of 72 and maximum of 98, providing a good balance of visuals and performance. High settings drop to 65 FPS, which is acceptable for a survival title where reaction time is less critical. Ultra settings fall to 50 FPS, which may feel sluggish during intense combat encounters.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings produce 58 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings yield 47 FPS with a minimum of 40 and maximum of 54, showing that even the minimum stays above 30 FPS. High settings drop to 36 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings fall to 28 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold many consider the minimum for acceptable playability. The 4K Ultra results indicate that this resolution and settings combination is not recommended for this hardware.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This Rocket Lake processor operates on a 14 nm process with a 65 W TDP, and it supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-11400F shows strong single-thread performance with a 3DMark single-thread score of 868 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2024. The multi-threaded results are moderate: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 14340, and Geekbench multi-core scores 7737. The PassMark multithread score of 16908 and single-thread score of 2981 confirm that this CPU performs well in lightly-threaded workloads but is not exceptional in heavily threaded scenarios.

For Palworld, which relies on the CPU for game logic, world simulation, and entity management, the 6-core/12-thread configuration is adequate. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking among all processors means it outperforms most CPUs in the database, providing enough processing power to avoid being the bottleneck in most situations. The 4.40 GHz boost clock ensures that single-threaded workloads, which are common in game physics and AI calculations, receive sufficient clock speed. The CPU's nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark scores are all within 0.6% of its score, indicating that this is a well-balanced processor that delivers consistent performance across different workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Palworld with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where all settings produce playable frame rates. At 1440p, Low and Medium settings are above 80 FPS, while Ultra drops to 50 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings reach 58 FPS, with Ultra falling to 28 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to the RTX 3070 in benchmark scores?

A: The RX 7600 XT has an average benchmark score of 17083, while the RTX 3070 scores 17208. This puts the RTX 3070 0.7% ahead, a difference that is within normal measurement variance and unlikely to produce noticeable differences in Palworld gameplay.

Q: Is the i5-11400F a bottleneck for the RX 7600 XT?

A: The resolution scaling data suggests the GPU is the primary constraint. From 1080p to 4K, frame rates drop by roughly 63% across all settings, which indicates GPU-bound performance. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking and strong single-thread scores support this interpretation.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 85 FPS with a minimum of 72 and maximum of 98 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with good visual quality, making it a recommended combination for this resolution.

Q: Does the 16 GB VRAM help at 4K resolution?

A: The 16 GB frame buffer is not the limiting factor at 4K. The measured results show the GPU's compute throughput constrains performance, as frame rates drop uniformly across settings rather than showing a sudden collapse that would indicate memory capacity issues.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Palworld?

A: This combo ranks 2364th out of 3711 tested combinations. This places it in the lower half of the database, meaning most tested systems deliver higher average frame rates in Palworld.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080, the High preset at 99 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. Medium settings at 129 FPS provide a larger frame rate cushion for demanding moments, while Ultra at 75 FPS is acceptable if visual fidelity is the priority. Low settings at 159 FPS are overkill for most displays and should only be used for maximum competitive advantage.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings at 85 FPS deliver the best experience, with the minimum of 72 FPS ensuring smooth gameplay during combat. High settings at 65 FPS are also viable for those who prefer better visuals, but the lower minimum frame rate may cause noticeable stutters in busy areas. Ultra at 50 FPS is borderline and should be avoided for serious play.

At 3840x2160, Low settings at 58 FPS are the only truly playable option. Medium settings at 47 FPS can be tolerated in slower exploration segments, but the minimum of 40 FPS will be noticeable during action sequences. High and Ultra settings are not recommended, as they fall below acceptable playability thresholds. For 4K gaming, the system is best suited for Low or Medium settings, with the understanding that frame rates will be modest.