Palworld

The Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination delivers a strong, balanced experience in Palworld, placing this build in the 79th percentile of all tested configurations. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while still maintaining playable frame rates at 4K with adjusted settings.

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

The Intel Core i5-14600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. Its configuration features a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, which are critical for the game's single-threaded performance demands. The processor's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This setup provides the CPU with ample resources to handle Palworld's world simulation and entity management tasks.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-14600KF demonstrates substantial multi-threaded capability, scoring 32,544 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4,594 in single-core. Its Geekbench scores of 17,085 multi-core and 2,445 single-core further reinforce its position. The processor ranks in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 49,394 places it in close competition with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, which scores 49,228 (a 0.3% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G at 49,196 (0.4% delta). This indicates the CPU is not a bottleneck in Palworld, where the measured FPS scales predictably with resolution changes.

The relationship between the CPU and game performance becomes evident when examining the FPS deltas across resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 265 FPS, while at 4K Low it drops to 97 FPS. This 168 FPS decline is substantial, but the fact that even at 4K Low the system remains above 60 FPS suggests the CPU's 20 threads and high boost clock are sufficient to feed the GPU at lower resolutions. The processor's 125 W TDP and unlocked multiplier indicate it has headroom for overclocking, though the data shows it performs admirably at stock settings in this title.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, featuring 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2325 MHz with a boost clock of 2512 MHz, and its memory runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed. The 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s, which proves adequate for Palworld's texture-heavy environments.

The RTX 5070's compute capabilities include 6,144 shading units, 192 TMUs, and 80 ROPs, along with 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores. This hardware enables a pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 482.3 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 30.87 TFLOPS. In GPU benchmarks, the card scores 29,137 in Passmark G3D and 5077 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its average benchmark score of 40,377 places it in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Radeon Pro 580 at 40,318 (0.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 at 40,063 (0.8% delta).

The GPU's role in Palworld becomes apparent when analyzing the FPS scaling. At 1080p Medium, the system hits 215 FPS, but at 4K Medium it falls to 79 FPS. This 136 FPS drop illustrates how the RTX 5070's 12 GB VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth become more strained at higher resolutions. However, the card maintains reasonable performance even at 4K Ultra with 46 FPS, showing that while the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, it remains capable of delivering playable frame rates in this title.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent scaling pattern across all settings when moving from 1080p to 4K. At High settings, the system delivers 165 FPS at 1080p, 109 FPS at 1440p, and 60 FPS at 4K. This represents a 34% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 45% drop from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the GPU becomes increasingly dominant as the pixel count rises.

At Low settings, the scaling is more extreme: 265 FPS at 1080p drops to 175 FPS at 1440p (34% reduction) and further to 97 FPS at 4K (45% reduction from 1440p). The fact that even at 1080p Low the system only reaches 265 FPS suggests that while the CPU can handle the workload, there may be some engine-level limits or the GPU is still engaged. The RTX 5070's performance at 1080p Low is sufficient to push frame rates well beyond typical high-refresh displays.

Medium settings show the most complete dataset, with minimum and maximum FPS recorded. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 215 FPS with minimums of 183 and maximums of 247. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 141 FPS with minimums of 120 and maximums of 163. At 4K Medium, the average is 79 FPS with minimums of 67 and maximums of 90. These frame time data points indicate that the system maintains relatively consistent performance, with the spread between minimum and maximum FPS growing slightly at lower resolutions due to CPU-driven variability.

Ultra settings present the most demanding scenario, with 125 FPS at 1080p, 83 FPS at 1440p, and 46 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result falls below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that players seeking ultra-quality visuals at 4K would need to reduce settings or employ upscaling techniques. The scaling pattern across all settings clearly shows that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions, while the i5-14600KF's strong single-thread performance keeps the system responsive at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 778th out of 3,711 tested combinations in Palworld. This places the setup in approximately the 79th percentile of all configurations, indicating that while it performs well, there are many other combinations that deliver higher frame rates in this title.

The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. The i5-14600KF's 90th percentile CPU ranking and the RTX 5070's 82nd percentile GPU ranking suggest that this combination is well-matched, with neither component dramatically outperforming the other. The combined rank of 778 indicates that Palworld benefits from configurations with more powerful GPUs, as the game's performance scaling with resolution demonstrates a strong GPU dependency.

When compared to other tested combos, this setup's rank suggests it sits in the upper tier of systems but not at the absolute top. The data shows that the RTX 5070's nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark database — the AMD Radeon Pro 580 and AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 — have nearly identical average scores, yet in actual game performance, the RTX 5070's architectural advantages in features like DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 support likely contribute to its positioning. The 3,711 total combos include a wide range of hardware, and this particular pairing's rank of 778 demonstrates that it outperforms the majority of systems tested in Palworld, while clearly identifying that there is headroom for higher-performing configurations.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this system's performance across the three primary resolutions and four quality presets.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average 265 FPS
• Medium: Average 215 FPS, with minimum 183 FPS and maximum 247 FPS
• High: Average 165 FPS
• Ultra: Average 125 FPS

At 1080p, the system delivers exceptional performance, with even the Ultra preset maintaining an average of 125 FPS. The Medium preset's frame time data shows a 64 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, indicating some variability but overall smooth gameplay. The jump from Low to Medium costs 50 FPS, while the step from Medium to High costs another 50 FPS. The transition from High to Ultra is more moderate, with a 40 FPS reduction.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average 175 FPS
• Medium: Average 141 FPS, with minimum 120 FPS and maximum 163 FPS
• High: Average 109 FPS
• Ultra: Average 83 FPS

At 1440p, the system remains highly capable, with all presets delivering above 80 FPS. The Medium preset shows a 43 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, which is tighter than at 1080p, suggesting more consistent frame pacing. The performance reduction from 1080p is significant, with Low settings dropping by 90 FPS, Medium by 74 FPS, High by 56 FPS, and Ultra by 42 FPS. This pattern demonstrates that higher resolution impacts lower settings more dramatically.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average 97 FPS
• Medium: Average 79 FPS, with minimum 67 FPS and maximum 90 FPS
• High: Average 60 FPS
• Ultra: Average 46 FPS

At 4K, the RTX 5070's 12 GB VRAM and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are put to the test. Low settings maintain a comfortable 97 FPS, while Medium remains above 60 FPS at 79 FPS. High settings exactly hit the 60 FPS threshold, providing a playable experience. Ultra settings fall below 60 FPS at 46 FPS, which may not be ideal for competitive play but remains playable for a survival game. The Medium preset's frame time data shows a 23 FPS spread, indicating relatively consistent performance even at this demanding resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system in Palworld?

A: The data shows that 1440p Medium offers an excellent balance at 141 FPS average, while 4K Medium maintains playability at 79 FPS. For maximum frame rates, 1080p Low achieves 265 FPS, but 1080p High at 165 FPS provides a better visual experience without sacrificing performance.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K in Palworld?

A: Yes, at High settings the system averages exactly 60 FPS, and Medium settings provide 79 FPS. However, Ultra settings drop to 46 FPS, so players seeking 4K Ultra would need to adjust settings or accept lower frame rates.

Q: How does the RTX 5070's 12 GB VRAM affect Palworld performance?

A: The 12 GB of GDDR7 memory with 672.0 GB/s bandwidth appears sufficient at all tested settings, as the system maintains respectable frame rates even at 4K. The 192-bit bus width and memory clock of 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective) contribute to the GPU's ability to handle the game's texture data.

Q: Is the i5-14600KF a bottleneck in Palworld?

A: The CPU's strong single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,594 and Geekbench single-core of 2,445, suggests it is not a bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 265 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU effectively even at high frame rates.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations in Palworld?

A: This setup ranks 778th out of 3,711 tested combinations, placing it in the 79th percentile. The i5-14600KF ranks in the 90th percentile of CPUs, while the RTX 5070 ranks in the 82nd percentile of GPUs, indicating a balanced pairing that outperforms the majority of systems.

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

A: At 1080p Medium, the system ranges from 183 to 247 FPS with an average of 215. At 1440p Medium, it ranges from 120 to 163 FPS with an average of 141. At 4K Medium, it ranges from 67 to 90 FPS with an average of 79. These frame time data points show consistent performance across all resolutions.