Palworld

Palworld’s measured performance with the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER places this combination in the 122nd spot out of 1,718 tested combos, putting it in the top 7.1% of all configurations. This pairing leverages a 20-core, 28-thread processor with a 3.40 GHz base and 5.60 GHz boost clock alongside a GPU with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, but the CPU’s headroom becomes apparent at 1080p where frame rates exceed 300 FPS on low settings.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700K brings 20 cores and 28 threads, a configuration that provides substantial parallel processing capability. Its Raptor Lake-R architecture, built on a 10 nm process, includes 33 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB of L2 per core. The processor’s boost clock of 5.60 GHz is critical for single-threaded workloads, while the 3.40 GHz base clock ensures sustained multi-threaded throughput. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU scores 44,534 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6,287 in single-core, ranking in the 96th percentile of all CPUs.

In Palworld, the CPU’s role shifts depending on resolution. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 316 FPS average, which is 61.4% higher than the 195.8 FPS at High settings. This delta of 120.2 FPS indicates that at lower settings, the processor is feeding frames fast enough to keep the GPU fully occupied, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor as settings increase. The 20-core design helps maintain consistent frame pacing in a survival game where many entities and physics calculations occur simultaneously. The CPU’s 125 W TDP and unlocked multiplier allow for overclocking, though the measured results reflect stock operation. Compared to the nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 0% differently in average benchmark score, while the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X trails by 0.5% and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 leads by 1.4% — a negligible spread that confirms the i7-14700K’s position in the top tier.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Core i7-14700K and RTX 4080 SUPER achieves a combo rank of 122 out of 1,718 tested configurations. This places the pairing in the 92.9th percentile of all combos, meaning only 121 other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher average performance in Palworld. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU’s 96th percentile standing and the GPU’s 88th percentile among all GPUs. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 53,610 places it just 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti trails by 2.9%.

The rank is earned through consistent high FPS across all settings. At 1440p High, the combo delivers 130.1 FPS, and at 4K High it maintains 73.1 FPS — both playable figures. The gap between this combo and lower-ranked pairs is most visible at 1080p, where the 316 FPS low-settings result demonstrates the CPU’s ability to avoid bottlenecking. However, the rank also shows that some combos with higher-end GPUs or more specialized CPUs (like the Xeon Platinum 8270, which leads by 1.4% in CPU score) edge out this pairing. The data indicates that while this combo is excellent, it is not the absolute top, leaving headroom for configurations with stronger GPUs to claim higher ranks.

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

The measured FPS across resolutions reveals a clear GPU-bound pattern. At 1080p High, the combo produces 195.8 FPS; at 1440p High, it drops to 130.1 FPS (a 33.5% reduction); at 4K High, it falls to 73.1 FPS (a 62.7% reduction from 1080p). This scaling is consistent with a GPU that is saturated as pixel count increases. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth are being pushed to their limits at 4K, where the 16 GB VRAM buffer becomes a factor.

At Low settings, the pattern is even more pronounced. The 1080p Low result of 316 FPS drops to 208.7 FPS at 1440p (34.0% reduction) and 117.1 FPS at 4K (62.9% reduction). The near-identical percentage drops between High and Low settings indicate that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions, not the CPU. The CPU’s 5.60 GHz boost clock and 28 threads provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the 1080p Low result exceeding 300 FPS. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU could push even higher if the GPU were not the bottleneck, but at 4K, the GPU’s 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs is the ceiling. The 4K Ultra result of 52.8 FPS (a 83.3% drop from 1080p Low) shows the GPU struggling with the most demanding settings, while the 1440p Ultra result of 95.7 FPS remains smooth.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Palworld?

A: The data shows 1440p High delivers 130.1 FPS, which balances visual quality with performance. At 4K High, the average drops to 73.1 FPS, still playable but with less headroom for demanding scenes.

Q: How does this CPU compare to its closest rival?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700K scores 70,074 on average, which is identical (0% delta) to the Intel Core i7-14700KF at 70,104. The AMD EPYC 9115 trails by 0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is 0.5% behind.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the bottleneck at 4K?

A: Benchmark results indicate GPU limitation. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent (about 63% reduction) across High and Low settings, which points to the RTX 4080 SUPER’s 52.22 TFLOPS being saturated rather than the CPU’s 20 cores.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The maximum average FPS measured is 316 at 1080p with Low settings. This is 61.4% higher than the 195.8 FPS at 1080p High, showing the GPU’s performance ceiling at lower settings.

Q: How does this GPU rank against its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER scores 53,610 on average, placing it 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (53,489) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (53,414). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti trails by 2.9%.

Q: What settings provide the smoothest 4K experience?

A: For 4K, the Medium preset yields 92.3 FPS, which is 26.3% higher than High’s 73.1 FPS. Low at 4K reaches 117.1 FPS, but Medium offers a better visual-to-performance balance per the measured rows.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the AD103 chip using a 5 nm TSMC process with 45,900 million transistors. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory runs at 1438 MHz (23 Gbps effective) across a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s boost clock of 2550 MHz, combined with 10,240 shading units, delivers 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. This hardware configuration is responsible for the measured frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth and fill rate matter most.

In Palworld, the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for 4K Ultra, where the combo achieves 52.8 FPS. The GPU’s 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores support ray tracing and DLSS features, though the measured data does not specify their usage. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600 and Passmark G3D score of 34,245 place this GPU in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. The closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, scores 53,489 on average — a 0.2% difference that translates to virtually identical performance in synthetic tests. The GPU’s 320 W TDP and triple-slot cooler design are consistent with its high-end positioning, and the 1x 16-pin power connector requires a 700 W PSU. The 4K High result of 73.1 FPS shows the GPU handling demanding rendering, while the 1080p Low result of 316 FPS reveals that the GPU is the primary limiter even at lower settings.

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

The measured FPS rows provide a clear hierarchy of settings. At 1080p, the Ultra preset delivers 151.7 FPS, which is 22.3% lower than High’s 195.8 FPS. The Medium preset at 256.6 FPS offers the best balance for high-refresh monitors, while Low at 316 FPS is only for competitive play. For 1440p, High achieves 130.1 FPS, which is 36.0% higher than Ultra’s 95.7 FPS. The Medium preset at 170.3 FPS is the sweet spot for 1440p, providing smooth gameplay without the visual degradation of Low (208.7 FPS).

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. Ultra drops to 52.8 FPS, which may be acceptable for slower-paced survival gameplay but risks stutter in busy scenes. High at 73.1 FPS is playable, but Medium at 92.3 FPS offers a 26.3% improvement over High while maintaining reasonable visual quality. The Low preset at 117.1 FPS is smooth but sacrifices too much detail for most players. Given the data, the Medium preset at 1440p (170.3 FPS) provides the best overall experience, combining high frame rates with moderate visual fidelity. For 4K, Medium (92.3 FPS) is the recommended preset because it stays above the 60 FPS threshold with a 26.3% margin, while High (73.1 FPS) is acceptable for those prioritizing image quality over frame rate stability.