Palworld

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT paired with the Intel Core i5-9400 delivers a highly playable Palworld experience at 1080p and 1440p, but the data reveals a significant shift in system balance as resolution increases. At 4K, the combination struggles to maintain smooth frame rates on higher presets, suggesting the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The measured frame rates across the three resolutions and four settings presets provide a clear picture of how this specific hardware configuration handles the Survival title, with the 12 GB VRAM buffer proving sufficient even at maximum settings.

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

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic and consistent performance drop across all settings presets, but the magnitude of that drop varies significantly depending on the quality level. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 191 FPS at 1080p to 126 FPS at 1440p, then further to 70 FPS at 4K — a total reduction of 63.4% from the lowest to highest resolution. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder as pixel count increases, while the CPU has ample headroom at the lower resolutions.

The Medium preset tells a similar story with slightly less extreme numbers: 155 FPS at 1080p drops to 102 FPS at 1440p (a 34.2% reduction), then to 57 FPS at 4K (a 44.1% further reduction). The High preset follows the same pattern, with 119 FPS at 1080p falling to 78 FPS at 1440p and finally 44 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, plummeting from 90 FPS at 1080p to 59 FPS at 1440p and then to 33 FPS at 4K — a 63.3% total drop that makes 4K Ultra essentially unplayable.

What the data implies is that the RX 6750 XT is the limiting factor at 4K, while the i5-9400 with its 6 cores and 6 threads can keep up with the GPU's demands at lower resolutions. The fact that 1080p Low achieves 191 FPS while 4K Low only manages 70 FPS suggests the GPU's rendering throughput, not the CPU's processing capability, is what caps performance as resolution climbs. The 432.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 compute are simply insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K, particularly on the more demanding presets.

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

The Intel Core i5-9400 brings 6 cores and 6 threads to this pairing, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The benchmark data shows this processor scores 6629 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 935 in single-core, placing it at the 47th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark score include the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 (0.2% faster) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (0.4% slower), indicating this is a mid-range processor that can handle modern games without becoming a bottleneck in most scenarios.

In Palworld, the CPU's role becomes evident when examining the frame rate gaps at 1080p. At this resolution, the GPU has more headroom, and the difference between Low (191 FPS) and Ultra (90 FPS) settings is 101 FPS — a massive spread that suggests the CPU is not the primary limiter even at the highest preset. The 6-thread configuration is sufficient for the game's demands, as evidenced by the fact that 1080p High still achieves 119 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold most players target.

However, the data also hints at potential CPU limitations in specific scenarios. The 9 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth are modest by modern standards, yet they do not appear to create a noticeable bottleneck in this game. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 2784 and single-core score of 392 suggest the processor can deliver consistent performance across threads, which is crucial for a Survival game that may have physics, AI, and world-streaming demands running concurrently with rendering tasks.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average is 102 FPS, with a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. This preset provides a smooth experience for most players, staying well above 60 FPS even during demanding scenes.

Q: Is the RX 6750 XT capable of running Palworld at 4K?

A: At 4K, the card achieves 44 FPS on High settings and only 33 FPS on Ultra, meaning 4K is only viable on Low (70 FPS) or Medium (57 FPS) presets. The minimum FPS of 48 at 4K Medium suggests occasional dips below 50 FPS could occur.

Q: How much of a performance difference exists between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 191 FPS while Ultra produces 90 FPS — a difference of 101 FPS, or roughly 112% higher performance on Low. This gap indicates the GPU is heavily taxed by the Ultra preset's effects.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a consistent 60+ FPS?

A: At 1440p, all presets except Ultra (59 FPS) exceed 60 FPS, with Low at 126 FPS, Medium at 102 FPS, and High at 78 FPS. At 4K, only Low (70 FPS) exceeds 60 FPS, making 1440p the optimal resolution for this pairing.

Q: How does the i5-9400 compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The processor's average benchmark score of 2254 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 (2259, 0.2% slower), Intel Core i7-10710U (2248, 0.3% faster), and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (2246, 0.4% faster). This places it in a tight performance band with no significant advantage or disadvantage.

Q: Does the 12 GB VRAM of the RX 6750 XT cause any issues at 4K?

A: The 12 GB GDDR6 memory with 432.0 GB/s bandwidth appears sufficient even at 3840x2160 Ultra, as the card is compute-limited rather than memory-limited. The frame rates at 4K are more constrained by the 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 166.4 GPixel/s pixel rate.

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

At 1920x1080, the full range of presets delivers playable performance with significant headroom. Low settings produce an average of 191 FPS, representing the absolute ceiling for this combination. Medium settings reduce the average to 155 FPS, with a minimum of 132 FPS and maximum of 178 FPS, ensuring no noticeable stutter even in the most demanding moments. High settings achieve 119 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive or fast-paced play. Ultra settings drop to 90 FPS, yet this remains above the 60 FPS threshold and provides the most visually rich experience without compromising smoothness.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally but remains robust. Low settings deliver 126 FPS, which is nearly double the 60 FPS target and leaves ample room for future patches or additional background processes. Medium settings average 102 FPS with a minimum of 87 FPS and maximum of 117 FPS, making this the sweet spot for players who want both quality and speed. High settings maintain 78 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS line. Ultra settings fall to 59 FPS, which is just shy of the 60 FPS mark and could result in occasional dips below the threshold during intense scenes with many Pals or structures.

At 3840x2160, the limitations of the RX 6750 XT become apparent. Low settings achieve 70 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. Medium settings average 57 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS and maximum of 65 FPS, meaning frame times can vary noticeably and may cause judder on some displays. High settings drop to 44 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS standard and may feel sluggish. Ultra settings produce only 33 FPS, making this preset essentially unplayable for most users, as the frame rate falls below even the 30 FPS cinematic standard in demanding areas.

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 with the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process from TSMC. The GPU contains 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die, with 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The card operates at a base clock of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. Memory runs at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective) across a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it at the 71st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26011. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon R9 M395X (0.5% faster), AMD FirePro W7100 (0.6% faster), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (1.1% faster). These close deltas suggest the RX 6750 XT sits in a competitive performance tier, though the 12 GB VRAM capacity is notably higher than some rivals, which helps in texture-heavy games like Palworld.

In Palworld specifically, the GPU's 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 166.4 GPixel/s pixel rate are the key performance drivers. The data shows that at 1080p, the GPU can push beyond 190 FPS on Low settings, indicating the card is not fully saturated at this resolution. However, at 4K, the pixel throughput requirements overwhelm the GPU, as evidenced by the 33 FPS at Ultra settings. The 40 RT cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate suggest the card is future-proofed for advanced rendering features, though Palworld's current implementation does not appear to leverage these capabilities heavily based on the frame rate scaling.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

At 1920x1080, the High preset at 119 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, as the 90 FPS of Ultra is still acceptable but the 29 FPS difference may not justify the visual gains. For players with 144 Hz monitors, the Medium preset at 155 FPS provides the smoothest experience while maintaining decent visual fidelity. Low settings at 191 FPS are only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rates are prioritized over graphics.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 102 FPS is the clear recommendation, as it delivers a minimum of 87 FPS, ensuring no drops below 60 FPS even in the most demanding scenarios. High settings at 78 FPS are also viable for users who prefer better visuals, but the minimum FPS data is not provided for this preset, so the risk of dips is unknown. Ultra settings at 59 FPS are borderline, and the lack of min/max data makes it risky to recommend this preset for consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset at 70 FPS is recommended for a playable experience, though the Medium preset at 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 FPS could be acceptable for less demanding players. High and Ultra presets at 44 FPS and 33 FPS respectively are not recommended due to the likelihood of noticeable stutter and input lag. The data suggests that 4K gaming with this GPU requires significant compromises, and players should either lower resolution to 1440p or accept reduced settings at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-9400 and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT ranks 1701 out of 3711 tested combos in Palworld, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all configurations. This ranking reflects the balanced nature of the pairing, where neither component is dramatically over- or under-powered for the game's demands. The 47th percentile CPU ranking and 71st percentile GPU ranking suggest that the GPU is the stronger component in this pairing, which aligns with the resolution scaling analysis showing GPU limitations at higher resolutions.

The rank of 1701 out of 3711 means approximately 54% of tested combos perform better, while 46% perform worse. This places the combo in a competitive position, particularly considering the CPU's age (released in 2018) and the GPU's mid-range positioning. The data implies that users with this setup can expect solid performance at 1080p and 1440p, with the primary limitation being the GPU at 4K. The close rival scores for both components suggest that small upgrades to either part would not yield substantial gains in this specific game, as the system is already well-balanced for Palworld's requirements.