Palworld

Palworld presents a demanding open-world survival scenario, and the pairing of the Intel Core i5-14400F with the AMD Radeon RX 580 produces a dataset defined by stark compromises. The benchmark results show a system where the graphics card is the dominant constraint, with the CPU’s strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities largely held in reserve. The measured frames per second across resolutions and presets reveal a configuration that is playable at 1080p with settings adjustments, but which struggles significantly at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, the combo’s standing against other tested pairings, and the specific roles of the CPU and GPU in shaping the experience.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling behavior in Palworld for this combo is dramatic and clearly indicates a GPU-bound scenario. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average FPS drops from 51 to 33, a 35% reduction. The progression to 3840x2160 at High is even more severe, with the average FPS falling to 18, a further 45% drop from the 1440p figure. This consistent and large decline as pixel count increases is the signature of a system where the AMD Radeon RX 580’s rendering throughput is the limiting factor, rather than the CPU.

The pattern holds across all settings presets. At Low settings, the average FPS scales from 81 at 1080p, down to 53 at 1440p, and then to 30 at 4K. This shows that even when the graphical load is minimized, the GPU cannot maintain playable frame rates at higher resolutions. The data implies that the RX 580’s compute units, pixel fill rate of 42.88 GPixel/s, and texture rate of 193.0 GTexel/s are simply overwhelmed by the pixel count at 1440p and 4K, regardless of the quality preset. The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, is not the bottleneck here, as the frame rate scales almost entirely with the resolution’s demand on the GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 580 ranks 3382 out of 3711 tested combos for Palworld. This places it in the lower 9th percentile of all tested pairings, indicating that it is a below-average performer for this specific game. The rank reflects the GPU’s age and performance tier; the RX 580’s average benchmark score of 12928 places it at the 53rd percentile among all GPUs, but this is insufficient for the demands of Palworld at higher settings.

The CPU, in contrast, is a much stronger component. The i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279, placing it at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. This disparity in relative strength between the CPU and GPU explains the combo’s low rank; the system’s overall capability is dragged down by the graphics card. The nearest rival GPUs to the RX 580, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER with a score of 12986, are similarly positioned, reinforcing that this GPU tier is the primary limiting factor. The high rank of the CPU does not translate into a high rank for the combo, as the game’s performance is bottlenecked by the GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 81, but this is only achievable at Low settings. At Medium settings, the average drops to 66 FPS, and at High settings, it falls to 51 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle Palworld at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates it cannot handle 4K playably. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS recorded is 30 at Low settings. The Medium preset averages 24 FPS, High averages 18 FPS, and Ultra averages only 14 FPS, all of which are below a smooth playable threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14400F compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279. This is 0.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900. It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i7-12800H.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 53 at Low settings to 25 at Ultra settings. This represents a 53% reduction in average frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest quality preset.

Q: Is the GPU or the CPU more influential on the frame rates seen in Palworld?

A: The GPU is decisively the limiting factor. The frame rates drop significantly with resolution, indicating a GPU bottleneck. The CPU’s high benchmark percentile (83rd) and multi-core scores (e.g., 21645 in Cinebench R23) are not reflected in the game’s performance, which is constrained by the RX 580’s capabilities.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS observed at Medium settings?

A: The data provides these figures for specific resolutions. At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 56 and the maximum is 76. At 2560x1440 Medium, the minimum is 37 and the maximum is 50. At 3840x2160 Medium, the minimum is 20 and the maximum is 28.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across the board. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers a spread of results. Low settings average 81 FPS, Medium averages 66 FPS with a range of 56 to 76, High averages 51 FPS, and Ultra averages 38 FPS. This shows that 1080p is the most viable resolution for this pairing, with playable frame rates available from Medium downwards.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a significant hit. Low settings average 53 FPS, which is still playable. Medium settings average 43 FPS, with a range of 37 to 50. High settings drop to an average of 33 FPS, and Ultra falls to 25 FPS. The 1440p resolution is only viable for a smooth experience on Low settings, with Medium being a marginal compromise.

At 3840x2160, the results are largely unplayable. Low settings average 30 FPS, Medium averages 24 FPS (with a range of 20 to 28), High averages 18 FPS, and Ultra averages 14 FPS. These frame rates indicate that 4K is not a realistic option for this hardware combination in Palworld. The data shows a clear and consistent decline in performance as both resolution and settings increase, with the gap between Low and Ultra widening at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 580’s role in this system is to be the primary performance bottleneck. With 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, it has a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. This is sufficient for 1080p gaming, but the data suggests it is inadequate for the higher memory pressures of 1440p and 4K in a game like Palworld. The GPU’s base clock of 1257 MHz and boost clock of 1340 MHz, combined with its 2304 shading units, provide a raw compute power of 6.175 TFLOPS. However, this power is not enough to maintain high frame rates at higher resolutions.

The benchmark scores for the GPU confirm its mid-range standing. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 1005, and its Passmark G3D score is 8813. These scores place it at the 53rd percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (score 12940) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER (score 12986), show that the RX 580 is competitive with entry-level and older mid-range cards. The data shows that in Palworld, the GPU’s limits are reached at 1080p High, where it can only manage an average of 51 FPS, and any increase in resolution or settings results in a disproportionate drop in performance, highlighting its role as the limiting component.

Settings Recommendations

For this combo, the data strongly suggests that 1920x1080 is the target resolution for a playable experience. At this resolution, the Medium preset provides an average of 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS, which offers a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. This is the best overall experience in the measured data, as it avoids the significant frame rate drops seen at High and Ultra while providing a more detailed image than Low.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only one that consistently delivers a playable average frame rate of 53 FPS. The Medium preset’s average of 43 FPS is borderline, but the minimum of 37 FPS may lead to noticeable stutters. For users who must play at 1440p, Low settings are recommended to maintain fluidity. The High and Ultra presets at 1440p are not recommended due to average frame rates of 33 and 25 FPS, respectively.

The 4K resolution should be avoided entirely. Even at Low settings, the average FPS is only 30, which is generally considered the minimum threshold for playability, and the Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall well below this. The data indicates that the best experience is achieved by prioritizing resolution over settings, with 1080p Medium being the optimal configuration for this hardware.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a powerful processor that is not the limiting factor in this configuration. Its 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, provide substantial processing power. The benchmark results support this, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and a single-core score of 3055, along with a Geekbench multi-core score of 11268. These figures place the CPU at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, indicating high performance relative to its peers.

The CPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and the Intel Core i9-11900, with the i5-14400F performing within 0.2% of both. This shows that the CPU is more than capable of handling the game’s logic and physics. The data from Palworld suggests that the CPU’s role is largely passive in this pairing, as the frame rates are consistently constrained by the GPU. The fact that performance drops significantly with resolution, even at Low settings, confirms that the CPU is not the bottleneck. The i5-14400F has ample headroom, and this is a case where a more powerful GPU would be required to unlock its full potential in Palworld.