Palworld

Palworld with the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER produces an exceptional performance profile, ranking first out of 3,711 tested combos for this title. The data indicates a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet reveals a fascinating shift toward CPU limitation at 1080p, where frame rates reach extraordinary levels. This combination of a strong 14th-gen processor and a high-end Ada Lovelace GPU delivers a consistently smooth experience across all tested settings, making it a top-tier choice for this survival title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, but the severity of that drop is heavily influenced by the graphics preset. At the High settings preset, the transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 results in a frame rate reduction from 364 FPS to 241 FPS, a 34% decrease. Moving from 1440p to 4K (3840x2160) at High settings further reduces performance to 135 FPS, another 44% drop from the 1440p figure. This steep decline at 4K is the signature of a system where the GPU's rendering workload becomes the primary bottleneck.

The Low settings preset tells an even more revealing story about the system's balance. At 1080p Low, the system achieves a staggering 587 FPS. This number is so high that it strongly suggests the CPU is hitting its own performance ceiling, as the GPU is not being taxed by a low graphical load. Scaling to 1440p Low results in 388 FPS, a 34% drop, and at 4K Low, the system still manages 217 FPS, a 44% drop from 1440p. The fact that even at the lowest settings, 4K performance falls to 217 FPS indicates that while the GPU is still the limiting factor at that resolution, the CPU's capability is what allows such high frame rates in the first place.

The Ultra preset demonstrates the most demanding scenario. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 283 FPS, which is still exceptionally high. However, at 1440p Ultra, this drops to 187 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 105 FPS. The 44% decrease from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings confirms that the RTX 4070 SUPER is being pushed to its limits by the most demanding visual configuration. The scaling between 1080p and 1440p at Ultra (a 34% drop) is less severe than the jump to 4K, suggesting that the GPU still has headroom at 1440p even with maxed-out settings.

The data shows a consistent pattern of frame rate drops when moving up in resolution. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistently around 34% across all presets, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is consistently around 44%. This consistent proportional scaling is a hallmark of a balanced system where the GPU's fillrate and memory bandwidth are the determining factors. The limiting component is clearly the GPU at 1440p and 4K, as the CPU's performance is sufficient to feed it at these resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU's limit becomes apparent only at the Low preset, where the 587 FPS figure pushes the boundaries of what the i5-14400F can process.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 587 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K with maximum graphical fidelity?

A: At 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra settings preset, the system delivers an average frame rate of 105 FPS, which is well within the range for a smooth gaming experience.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER in this game?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 4K High, the system delivers 135 FPS, and at 1440p High, it reaches 241 FPS. A CPU bottleneck would manifest as a smaller difference between these resolutions, but the 44% drop from 1440p to 4K indicates the GPU is the limiting factor.

Q: What performance can be expected with the Medium settings preset?

A: The Medium preset offers a balanced experience, delivering 487 FPS at 1080p, 323 FPS at 1440p, and 180 FPS at 4K. The 4K Medium result also includes a minimum frame rate of 153 FPS and a maximum of 207 FPS, indicating stable performance.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested system configurations?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks first out of 3,711 tested combos for Palworld, indicating it is the top-performing setup in the database for this game.

Q: Does the system maintain high frame rates at 1440p with all settings maxed out?

A: Yes, with the Ultra preset at 2560x1440, the system achieves an average of 187 FPS, which is exceptionally high and should provide a very fluid experience on high-refresh-rate monitors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER plays the central role in determining frame rates at standard gaming resolutions. The GPU's performance is defined by its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory configuration is a key factor in the 4K performance, where the demand for texture data and frame buffers is highest. The 4K High result of 135 FPS and 4K Ultra result of 105 FPS show that the GPU's memory subsystem and processing power are sufficient for high-fidelity 4K gaming.

The GPU's clock speeds are also a significant contributor to its performance. With a base clock of 1980 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, the RTX 4070 SUPER is able to sustain high throughput in demanding scenes. The Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process, allows for these high clocks while maintaining efficiency. The GPU's 7,168 shading units and 224 texture mapping units are the primary engines for the rasterization work that Palworld requires.

The relationship between the GPU's specifications and the measured results is clear in the scaling data. The 44% performance drop from 1440p to 4K across all presets highlights the GPU's fillrate limits. The RTX 4070 SUPER's 80 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s, which is a determining factor in how quickly the GPU can output final pixels at high resolutions. The texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s is also crucial, as Palworld's environments are texture-heavy. The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at 1440p and 4K, with the CPU providing ample support to avoid introducing a bottleneck.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark data places this configuration at the pinnacle of performance for Palworld. With a combo rank of 1 out of 3,711 tested combinations, the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination is the top performer in the database. This ranking reflects the synergy between the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads and the GPU's substantial rendering power.

The CPU itself holds a percentile rank of 83 among all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 32,279. Its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, which is 0.1% faster, and the Intel Core i9-11900, which is 0.2% faster. These differences are negligible in real-world gaming, as the measured FPS data for this combo demonstrates. The GPU also holds an 83rd percentile rank among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 43,223. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which is 0.1% slower, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile, which is also 0.1% slower.

The combination of two components that each sit in the 83rd percentile individually results in a first-place finish for the combo. This indicates that the pairing is particularly well-suited for Palworld's specific engine and workload. The high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p show that the CPU is not holding back the GPU, and the strong 4K performance shows that the GPU has enough power to handle the game's most demanding settings. This ranking is a strong indicator that users with this hardware will have a top-tier experience in Palworld.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience. For players targeting the highest possible frame rates on high-refresh-rate displays, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the only option, delivering 587 FPS. However, this comes at the cost of visual fidelity. A more balanced recommendation is the High preset, which offers a substantial visual improvement over Low while still delivering excellent performance. At 1080p High, the system achieves 364 FPS, at 1440p High it reaches 241 FPS, and at 4K High it maintains a very playable 135 FPS.

The Medium preset is the best choice for users with 4K displays who want a higher frame rate buffer. The 4K Medium result of 180 FPS is 45 FPS higher than the 4K High result. The Medium preset also shows good stability at 4K, with a minimum frame rate of 153 FPS and a maximum of 207 FPS. This stability is crucial for a smooth experience, as frame time spikes can be more noticeable than a lower average frame rate.

The Ultra preset is for those who prioritize maximum visual quality above all else. Even at 4K Ultra, the system manages 105 FPS, which is still above the standard 60 FPS target. At 1440p Ultra, the 187 FPS result is excellent for high-refresh-rate gaming. Given the high performance of this combo, the Ultra preset is a viable option at all resolutions, but the data suggests that the High preset at 1440p provides the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, with a 241 FPS average that leaves significant headroom. For 4K users, the High preset is recommended for a great balance, while Medium is ideal for chasing higher frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact average frame rates measured for this configuration in Palworld.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: 283 FPS average
• High: 364 FPS average
• Medium: 487 FPS average, with a minimum of 414 FPS and a maximum of 561 FPS
• Low: 587 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: 187 FPS average
• High: 241 FPS average
• Medium: 323 FPS average, with a minimum of 274 FPS and a maximum of 371 FPS
• Low: 388 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: 105 FPS average
• High: 135 FPS average
• Medium: 180 FPS average, with a minimum of 153 FPS and a maximum of 207 FPS
• Low: 217 FPS average

This data confirms the system's capability across the board. The step from Low to Medium to High to Ultra shows a consistent trade-off between visual quality and frame rate. The 1080p results are all exceptionally high, with even the Ultra preset exceeding 280 FPS. The 1440p results are also extremely strong, with the High preset delivering a 241 FPS average. The 4K results show that the system is capable of high-refresh-rate gaming even at the most demanding resolution, with the Low preset hitting 217 FPS and the Medium preset providing a stable 180 FPS. The performance is consistently high, making this combo a top-tier choice for Palworld.