Palworld

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a strong 1080p experience in Palworld, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. At 1080p, the combo achieves playable frame rates across all tested presets, while 1440p remains smooth for most settings. The data shows a clear pattern: 4K is only viable on lower presets, and the RTX 5060’s 8 GB of GDDR7 memory becomes a limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU, a 6-core Rocket Lake part, provides enough headroom for most scenarios, but the GPU’s workload dictates overall performance in this survival title. Benchmark results indicate that for the best balance of visual fidelity and smoothness, Medium or High presets at 1080p or 1440p are the sweet spot, while Ultra settings are only recommended for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate consistency.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Palworld shows a clear and consistent pattern: as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, average frame rates drop across all settings. At High settings, the average FPS moves from 120 at 1920x1080 to 79 at 2560x1440, and finally to 44 at 3840x2160. This represents a 34% performance hit when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 44% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling suggests that the game is becoming increasingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, with the RTX 5060 struggling to maintain high frame rates at 4K.

Looking at the Low settings, the same pattern emerges but with a more substantial absolute difference. At 1080p, the average FPS is 192, which drops to 126 at 1440p and 70 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is 64%, indicating that even at low settings, the pixel count at 3840x2160 is a significant challenge for this GPU. The RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory, and at 4K, the data suggests that memory bandwidth and capacity constraints are coming into play.

The Medium settings show a more moderate scaling. At 1080p, the average FPS is 156, dropping to 102 at 1440p and 57 at 4K. This represents a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% drop from 1440p to 4K, similar to the High settings. The Ultra settings are the most demanding, with an average FPS of 91 at 1080p, 60 at 1440p, and 33 at 4K. These numbers illustrate that the RTX 5060 is not designed for 4K Ultra gaming in Palworld, as the frame rate falls below the 60 FPS threshold that is generally considered smooth.

The scaling pattern indicates that the RTX 5060 starts to become the limiting component at 4K, especially at higher settings. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is more pronounced than from 1440p to 4K in some cases, which can be attributed to the GPU's memory bandwidth. The 128-bit bus width and 448 GB/s bandwidth are not sufficient for 4K with high texture loads. The data shows that the CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the primary constraint in this scenario, as the frame rate drops are consistent with GPU-bound behavior.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is a key component in this configuration. It has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and a 128-bit memory bus, with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 2280 MHz with a boost clock of 2497 MHz. The memory is clocked at 1750 MHz, which is 28 Gbps effective. These specs directly influence the game's performance, particularly at higher resolutions.

At 1080p, the RTX 5060 is able to deliver high frame rates across all settings. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, averages 91 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is capable of handling the game's demands at standard resolution. However, as the resolution increases, the memory capacity and bandwidth become limiting factors. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 60 FPS, which is still playable but shows the strain. At 4K, the Ultra preset averages just 33 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

The benchmark data shows that the GPU's performance is not linear with resolution. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, but the drop from 1440p to 4K is even more substantial. This is typical of a GPU with a 128-bit bus, as the memory bandwidth is not sufficient for the increased pixel count. The 8 GB VRAM is also a concern at 4K, as modern games with high-resolution textures can exceed this amount.

The passmark G3D score for the RTX 5060 is 20891, and its passmark GPU compute score is 10899. The GPU also achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3628. These scores reflect the GPU's overall performance, but the real-world game performance is more nuanced. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 112787 and the Vulkan score is 113321, indicating strong compute capabilities. The data shows that the GPU is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but not for 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 33 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the Core i5-11400F a bottleneck?

A: The data indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck, as the frame rates are GPU-bound. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads, which is sufficient.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with High settings averages 120 FPS, and 2560x1440 with High averages 79 FPS, making them the best balance.

Q: How does the 8 GB VRAM affect performance?

A: At 4K, the 8 GB VRAM is a limiting factor. The average FPS at 4K is significantly lower than at lower resolutions due to memory constraints.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The average FPS is 102, with a minimum of 87 and a maximum of 118. This is a smooth experience.

Q: Is the RTX 5060 a good match for this CPU?

A: The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, and the CPU provides adequate support. The combo is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 1646 out of 3711 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the 55th percentile, indicating it performs slightly above average. The ranking is based on measured FPS data, which includes the various resolutions and settings in the measured tables.

Compared to other combos, this setup is not at the top of the list, but it is far from the bottom. The CPU's percentile rank is 71, and the GPU's percentile is 72, which are both solid scores. The combo's rank is influenced by the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and the CPU's core count. The ranking reflects the performance of the entire system, and the data shows that this is a capable component for Palworld.

The combo rank of 1646 out of 3711 is a good indicator of overall performance. It suggests that the system can handle Palworld at playable settings on most resolutions, but it's not a top-tier performer. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD EPYC 7H12, have a similar average score, with a delta of 0.3%. The GPU's rivals, like the AMD Radeon 860M, are close in score, with a delta of -0.3%. This shows that the components are in the middle of the pack.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the system's performance in Palworld across four resolutions and four settings. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 91 FPS, the High preset averages 120, Medium averages 156, and Low averages 192. The Medium preset has a minimum of 132 and a maximum of 179, while the other presets do not have min/max data.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 60 FPS, High averages 79, Medium averages 102, and Low averages 126. The Medium preset has a min of 87 and a max of 118. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 33 FPS, High averages 44, Medium averages 57, and Low averages 70. The Medium preset has a min of 48 and a max of 65.

The data shows that the Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average FPS of 91 at 1080p and 33 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset is a good balance, with 156 FPS at 1080p and 57 at 4K. The Low preset is the most performance-friendly, with 192 FPS at 1080p and 70 at 4K. The High preset sits between Medium and Low, with 120 FPS at 1080p and 44 at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best visual experience is achieved with the Medium preset at 1080p or 1440p. At 1080p, the Medium preset averages 156 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At 1440p, the Medium preset averages 102 FPS, which is also smooth. The High preset at 1080p averages 120 FPS, which is also excellent, but the Medium preset provides a higher frame rate with nearly the same visual quality.

At 4K, the Medium preset averages 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target but still playable. The Low preset at 4K averages 70 FPS, which is a better choice for 4K if you prioritize performance over quality. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 33 FPS, which is not recommended for a smooth experience.

The data suggests that the best overall experience is the Medium preset at 1440p, which provides a good balance of visual fidelity and frame rate. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers the highest frame rate without sacrificing too much quality. For the best performance, the Low preset at 1080p averages 192 FPS, but the visual quality is lower. The recommendation is to use Medium at 1440p for a balanced experience, or High at 1080p if you prefer better visuals.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F plays a supporting role in this configuration. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The CPU is based on the Rocket Lake architecture and has a 12 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is a power-efficient design. It supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

The CPU's performance is not the primary bottleneck in Palworld. The benchmark data shows that the frame rates are GPU-bound, as the GPU is the limiting factor in this game. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7H12, which has a similar average score, and the Intel Core i5-12450H, which is slightly faster. The CPU's avg score is 17177, and it has a percentile of 71, indicating that it performs above the average of all CPUs.

The CPU's role is to keep up with the GPU's demands. At 1080p, the GPU is not heavily loaded, and the CPU can deliver high frame rates. At 4K, the GPU is the bottleneck, and the CPU has headroom. The data shows that the CPU is not limiting the system's performance, as the frame rate is proportional to the GPU's capabilities. The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s is sufficient for the game, as the GPU has its own memory.

The CPU is a solid choice for this configuration. It provides enough processing power to support the RTX 5060, and the combination performs well in Palworld. The CPU's performance in 3DMark is 5619 for 16 threads, and its Cinebench R23 score is 14340. These scores indicate that the CPU is capable of handling the game's CPU load. The CPU is not a bottleneck, and the system's performance is limited by the GPU's capabilities.