Palworld

Palworld pairs the Intel Core i5-12400 with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, a combination that lands in the 46th percentile of tested configurations for this title, ranking 1701 out of 3711 combos. The data shows a system that is consistently capable across resolutions, though the balance between processor and graphics card shifts noticeably as settings and pixel counts change.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Its memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The processor carries a launch MSRP of $199.

In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance, scoring 15,989 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 18,747 in PassMark multithread. Its single-thread scores are also notable, with 2,257 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3,456 in PassMark single thread. The 3DMark results show a progression from 910 in the single-thread test to 5,873 in the 16-thread test, with max-thread score reaching 5,890. This placed the chip at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 18,683.

The nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database provide context for these numbers. The AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18,697, which is 0.1% higher, while the Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18,730, 0.3% higher. Conversely, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 posts 18,811 (0.7% higher), and the Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18,519, which is 0.9% lower than the i5-12400. These tight deltas indicate that the i5-12400 sits in a well-populated performance tier.

For Palworld, the CPU's role appears to be providing a stable foundation rather than being the primary bottleneck. The 6-core/12-thread configuration is sufficient to feed the GPU in most scenarios, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved at lower resolutions. The boost clock of 4.40 GHz ensures responsive single-thread performance, which is relevant for the game's simulation and world-tick logic, though the data does not isolate CPU-specific frame times.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, using the Navi 22 chip fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process. It features 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units, along with 40 ray tracing cores. The GPU has a base clock of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. Memory is 12 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The card has a TDP of 250 W and requires a 600 W power supply, connecting via PCIe 4.0 x16 with one 6-pin and one 8-pin power connector. Its launch MSRP is 549 USD.

In synthetic GPU benchmarks, the RX 6750 XT scores 20,700 in PassMark G3D and 9,550 in PassMark GPU Compute. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test yields 2,548, while Geekbench results show 98,089 in Vulkan and 16,360 in OpenCL. The GPU sits at the 71st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26,011.

The nearest rivals in the GPU database include AMD Radeon R9 M395X at 25,891 (0.5% higher than the RX 6750 XT), AMD FirePro W7100 at 25,856 (0.6% higher), AMD FirePro D700 at 25,842 (0.7% higher), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile at 25,740 (1.1% higher). These comparisons show the RX 6750 XT performing slightly below these peers in aggregate benchmarks, yet in Palworld, the card delivers playable results across the board.

The GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are significant for Palworld, which features large open-world environments with many assets. At 4K Ultra, the combination drops to 33 FPS, suggesting the GPU is heavily taxed by the highest settings. The memory capacity helps maintain stability, but the raw compute throughput limits maximum quality at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT achieves a rank of 1701 out of 3711 tested combinations in Palworld. This places it in the 46th percentile, meaning roughly 54% of tested combos perform better in this game. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's 72nd percentile standing and the GPU's 71st percentile standing, with the overall combo landing slightly lower due to the specific demands of Palworld.

The ranking indicates that while each component individually sits above the median in their respective benchmark pools, their combined performance in this title is more modest. This is not a failing configuration, but rather one that sits in the middle of the pack. The measured FPS data suggests that the combo is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K requiring settings adjustments to maintain playability.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 191 FPS, Medium averages 155 FPS with a minimum of 132 and maximum of 178, High averages 119 FPS, and Ultra averages 90 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 101 FPS, showing a significant impact from settings on the final frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages drop but remain solid. Low settings yield 126 FPS, Medium averages 102 FPS with a range of 87 to 117, High averages 78 FPS, and Ultra averages 59 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 67 FPS, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the performance falls further. Low settings average 70 FPS, Medium averages 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 and maximum of 65, High averages 44 FPS, and Ultra drops to 33 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra here is 37 FPS, with the medium preset providing the only measured min/max range in the 4K data.

The data shows a consistent pattern: Medium settings always provide a measurable frame range, while Low, High, and Ultra only report averages. This suggests that Medium is the most tested preset for stability, and it delivers the most predictable performance envelope at each resolution.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The scaling behavior reveals the bottleneck dynamics of this combination. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 191 FPS at 1080p to 126 FPS at 1440p, a 34% reduction, and then to 70 FPS at 4K, a further 44% drop from 1440p. At High settings, the progression is 119 FPS at 1080p, 78 FPS at 1440p (34% drop), and 44 FPS at 4K (44% drop from 1440p). This near-identical percentage drop pattern across settings indicates that resolution scaling is consistent regardless of quality level.

At Ultra settings, the drop from 1080p (90 FPS) to 1440p (59 FPS) is 34%, and from 1440p to 4K (33 FPS) is 44%. The consistency of these percentages — 34% for the first step and 44% for the second — across all settings suggests the limiting component is the same in each case. The GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, as the FPS drops align with the increase in pixel count.

The fact that Low settings at 4K (70 FPS) outperform Ultra at 1440p (59 FPS) indicates that the GPU is the dominant limiting factor. The CPU can deliver high frame rates when the GPU is not overburdened, but as resolution increases, the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth become the ceiling. The 432.0 GB/s bandwidth and 13.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance are the binding constraints at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Palworld?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 delivers the highest average frame rates, with 191 FPS at Low and 119 FPS at High. At 2560x1440, High still produces 78 FPS, which is playable. For 4K, only Low settings (70 FPS) and Medium (57 FPS) remain above 50 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 18,683. The AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18,697 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18,730 (0.3% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18,811 (0.7% higher). The Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18,519, which is 0.9% lower.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 26,011. The AMD Radeon R9 M395X scores 25,891 (0.5% higher), the AMD FirePro W7100 scores 25,856 (0.6% higher), the AMD FirePro D700 scores 25,842 (0.7% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile scores 25,740 (1.1% higher).

Q: What settings provide the most stable frame rate at 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 show an average of 102 FPS with a minimum of 87 and maximum of 117, giving a 30 FPS range. This is the only 1440p preset with measured minimum and maximum values, indicating it is the most consistently tested and predictable.

Q: Is 4K playable with this configuration?

A: At 3840x2160, Low settings average 70 FPS and Medium averages 57 FPS, which are playable. High drops to 44 FPS, and Ultra is 33 FPS. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 48 FPS, which is the lowest recorded value at 4K.

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

A: The combination ranks 1701 out of 3711 tested combos in Palworld, placing it in the 46th percentile. This means it performs better than 46% of other tested combinations in this specific game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of which settings offer the best experience. At 1920x1080, High settings at 119 FPS provide a smooth experience while maintaining visual quality, and Ultra at 90 FPS is also viable if maximum quality is preferred. Medium at 155 FPS offers the highest stable frame rate with a measured range of 132 to 178.

At 2560x1440, High settings at 78 FPS are the recommended balance, as they remain above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium at 102 FPS is also excellent if higher frame rates are desired, with a measured range of 87 to 117. Ultra at 59 FPS is borderline, dipping just below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, Medium settings at 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 FPS are the highest quality option that stays near playability. Low at 70 FPS provides a more comfortable margin but sacrifices visual fidelity. High at 44 FPS and Ultra at 33 FPS are only suitable for less demanding scenarios.

The data indicates that Medium settings provide the most consistent performance across all resolutions, with measured minimum and maximum values at each resolution. This preset delivers the best compromise between visual quality and frame rate stability, making it the recommended choice for players who want predictable performance without constantly monitoring frame times. For those prioritizing frame rate over visuals, Low settings at any resolution will yield the highest averages, but Medium offers a more balanced experience for the majority of play.