Palworld

Palworld’s open-world survival gameplay stresses both the CPU and GPU, and the Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT produces a balanced result that scales predictably across resolutions and presets. The measured data shows this combo ranks 822nd out of 1718 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier for this game. This pairing delivers playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain high refresh rates at 4K, particularly on the Ultra preset.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The CPU features a 30 MB shared L3 cache, 2 MB per core L2 cache, and 80 KB per core L1 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and its PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 lanes provides ample bandwidth for modern GPUs.

In Palworld, the CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads are more than sufficient to handle the game’s simulation of creatures, base building, and world physics. Benchmark results show the chip scores 39000 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 5505 in single-core, with a PassMark multithread score of 45887 and a single-thread score of 4333. These numbers indicate strong multi-threaded performance that keeps the game world responsive, while the high single-core performance ensures that Palworld’s primary game logic thread does not become a bottleneck. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10717 and max-thread score of 12412 further confirm the CPU’s ability to sustain high workloads.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i7-13700K performs nearly identically to the i7-13700KF, with a delta of -0.1% in average benchmark score. It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4364P and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-12900F, but 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945. These margins are negligible, meaning the i7-13700K provides essentially the same CPU-level performance as its closest competitors for Palworld. The CPU’s 93rd percentile ranking among all tested CPUs reinforces that it is a high-end part, and in Palworld, the measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 190.6 FPS, indicating the CPU is not limiting performance in less demanding scenes.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is a RDNA 2.0 architecture GPU with a Navi 22 chip, built on TSMC’s 7 nm process. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a base clock of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz, with memory running at 18 Gbps effective. It includes 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, along with 40 ray tracing cores. The GPU’s compute power is rated at 13.31 TFLOPS FP32, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

For Palworld, the 12 GB VRAM is a critical asset. The game’s sprawling environments and numerous creatures can consume significant memory, and the 12 GB capacity ensures that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU does not run out of VRAM. The memory bandwidth of 432 GB/s helps maintain texture streaming performance, which is evident in the measured FPS. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 92.8 FPS, while at 1440p Ultra, it drops to 59.7 FPS, showing a typical resolution scaling pattern. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 20700 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 109310 indicate solid overall performance.

The RX 6750 XT’s nearest rivals show it is within 1.3% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 in average benchmark score, despite the RTX 3080 being a higher-tier card in some contexts. The GPU is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, 0.3% behind the RTX 5070 Ti Mobile, and 0.9% behind the AMD Radeon 880M. These deltas are small, meaning the RX 6750 XT offers consistent performance relative to these alternatives. Its 79th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it above average, and combined with the i7-13700K, the pair avoids severe bottlenecking in Palworld.

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

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to hit 60 FPS in Palworld?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo averages 75.6 FPS, and at Medium settings it averages 103 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings achieve above 60 FPS with an average of 69.1 FPS, so 1440p is the practical ceiling for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the i7-13700K compare to its closest rival, the i7-13700KF?

A: The i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 47282, while the i7-13700KF scores 47334, a delta of -0.1%. This means the K variant is virtually identical in performance, with the KF being marginally faster by a negligible margin.

Q: Is 12 GB of VRAM enough for Palworld at 4K?

A: Yes, the measured FPS shows the RX 6750 XT with 12 GB GDDR6 memory can run Palworld at 3840x2160. At High settings, it averages 44.9 FPS, and at Low settings 69.1 FPS, indicating the VRAM capacity is sufficient without causing a crash or severe stutter.

Q: What settings preset should be avoided for a smooth 4K experience?

A: Ultra settings at 3840x2160 produce an average of only 35.5 FPS, which is below the typical 60 FPS target. High settings at 4K are also below 60 FPS at 44.9 FPS, so users should stick to Medium (54.5 FPS) or Low for playable frame rates.

Q: Does the CPU limit the GPU at 1080p Low settings?

A: At 1920x1080 Low, the combo reaches an average of 190.6 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the i7-13700K’s single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5505) is sufficient to feed the GPU, as the GPU’s 13.31 TFLOPS compute is the likely limiting factor at lower resolutions.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested in the database?

A: The combo ranks 822nd out of 1718 tested configurations, placing it in the 48th percentile of all combos. This mid-tier ranking reflects the balanced but not top-end performance of the i7-13700K and RX 6750 XT together in Palworld.

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

For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, the High preset at 2560x1440 is the standout choice. The measured data shows an average of 75.6 FPS at this setting, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a more visually detailed experience than Medium (103 FPS) or Low (126.9 FPS). At 1920x1080, High settings yield 116.8 FPS, which is excellent for high refresh rate monitors, while Ultra drops to 92.8 FPS—still playable but with diminishing returns on visual fidelity for the performance loss.

If the user prioritizes maximum smoothness, Low settings at 1440p deliver 126.9 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or reducing input lag. Medium settings at 1440p offer 103 FPS, a good middle ground. For 4K, the data shows that Low is the only preset that exceeds 60 FPS, hitting 69.1 FPS, while Medium (54.5 FPS) and High (44.9 FPS) require a tolerance for sub-60 FPS performance. Ultra at 4K is not recommended, as the 35.5 FPS average is too low for a game with fast-paced creature encounters. Overall, the High preset at 1440p is the optimal recommendation, as it provides a rich visual experience while maintaining smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i7-13700K and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination ranks 822nd out of 1718 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating that while the components are individually strong, the pairing does not push into the top tier of performance. The CPU’s 93rd percentile ranking and GPU’s 79th percentile ranking suggest that the GPU is the more limiting factor in this pairing, as the CPU has headroom to support more powerful graphics cards.

The rank of 822 means that many combinations with higher-end GPUs (such as those with larger VRAM pools or higher compute throughput) outperform this setup. However, the 1180th to 1718th range would represent lower-performing combos, and this pairing is comfortably above that. For a mid-range GPU paired with a high-end CPU, the 822nd rank is reasonable, reflecting the GPU’s constraints at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the combo’s performance is strong (190.6 FPS on Low), but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 35.5 FPS, which drags down its overall ranking compared to combos that can sustain 4K Ultra at higher frame rates.

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

At 3840x2160, the measured average FPS across presets shows a clear hierarchy. Low settings deliver 69.1 FPS, making it the only 4K preset above 60 FPS. Medium settings average 54.5 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast action. High settings drop to 44.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 35.5 FPS. These numbers indicate that the RX 6750 XT is stretched at 4K, and users should expect to compromise on visuals to maintain fluidity.

At 2560x1440, the combo performs much better. Low settings produce an average of 126.9 FPS, Medium achieves 103 FPS, and High hits 75.6 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p average 59.7 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold. This resolution is the sweet spot for this pairing, as it offers high frame rates on most presets while maintaining good visual quality.

At 1920x1080, the combo excels across the board. Low settings reach 190.6 FPS, Medium averages 156.9 FPS, and High runs at 116.8 FPS. Ultra settings still achieve 92.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target. These numbers show that at 1080p, the i7-13700K’s strong single-core performance (3DMark single-thread score of 1136) and the GPU’s 13.31 TFLOPS compute are well-matched, providing a smooth experience on even the most demanding preset. The data confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for lower settings.