Palworld

Palworld is a demanding survival title, and the Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a robust experience across all tested resolutions. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, with the CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads proving more than sufficient to keep frame rates high. This combination ranks in the 300th position out of 1718 tested combos, placing it comfortably in the top quartile of all systems evaluated.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data reveals a classic scaling pattern, with performance dropping as resolution increases. At 1080p High settings, the combo produces 173 FPS, but this falls to 113.5 FPS at 1440p and further to 65.1 FPS at 4K. This represents a 62% drop from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are being pushed hard at 4K, where the pixel throughput demands become extreme.

Interestingly, the scaling from 1440p to 4K is more severe than from 1080p to 1440p. Moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by roughly 34%, while the jump to 4K from 1440p cuts performance by another 43%. This non-linear drop suggests that at 4K, the GPU is hitting a hard limit, likely related to memory bandwidth and raw shading power. The 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, but the 192-bit memory bus becomes a bottleneck at ultra-high resolutions.

At Low settings, the pattern shifts. The 1080p Low result of 275.1 FPS drops to 183.8 FPS at 1440p and 101.2 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are similar, but the absolute numbers show that even at Low settings, the GPU still dominates. This is a telling sign that Palworld's engine does not scale well with CPU overclocking or core count in a way that would shift the bottleneck. The i7-14700KF's boost clock of 5.60 GHz is clearly not the limiting factor here, as even at 1080p Low, the system is already at a very high frame rate.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 SUPER is the workhorse in this configuration, and its specifications explain the observed behavior. With a boost clock of 2475 MHz and 7168 shading units, it has ample compute for Palworld's environments. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the tested presets, but the data suggests that Ultra settings at 4K are pushing the card to its limits, resulting in 47.1 FPS. This is playable but not ideal for a smooth experience.

The card's memory configuration is a key factor. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth and 192-bit bus width are moderate for a GPU in this class, and the benchmark results indicate that this becomes a constraint at 4K Ultra. The pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s are solid, but they are not enough to maintain high frame rates when the resolution and settings are maxed out. The GPU's 220 W TDP and dual-slot design are typical for this performance tier, and the data shows it is being fully utilized in the higher-resolution tests.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the NVIDIA RTX A6000 and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, with delta percentages of -0.2% and -0.3% respectively. This means the RTX 4070 SUPER performs nearly identically to those cards in synthetic tests, but in Palworld specifically, the measured FPS shows it is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The Ada Lovelace architecture's ray tracing cores and tensor cores are present but not directly measured in these FPS results, so their impact on Palworld is unquantified.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Palworld at 4K smoothly?

A: At High settings, the system achieves 65.1 FPS at 4K, which is playable. However, at Ultra settings, it drops to 47.1 FPS, which may feel less fluid. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience at 4K, High settings are the practical ceiling.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700KF a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER in this game?

A: No. The data shows that performance scales predictably with resolution, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with a 5.60 GHz boost clock, are sufficient to feed the GPU at all tested settings.

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

A: 1440p High settings provide an excellent balance, yielding 113.5 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and offers a significant visual upgrade over 1080p. At 1080p, the system can push over 170 FPS on High, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER's VRAM affect performance?

A: The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory is adequate for the tested presets. The data does not show any VRAM-related stutters, but the 4K Ultra result of 47.1 FPS suggests that memory bandwidth, not capacity, is the limiting factor at that extreme setting.

Q: Should I use Low settings for competitive play?

A: Yes, if you prioritize frame rate over visuals. At 1080p Low, the system hits 275.1 FPS, and at 1440p Low it achieves 183.8 FPS. These are excellent for fast-paced gameplay, though the visual fidelity will be noticeably reduced.

Q: How does this combo compare to the RTX 4070 SUPER's closest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is within 0.3% of the NVIDIA RTX A6000 and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE. In Palworld, the measured FPS indicates that this specific CPU+GPU pairing is well-balanced, with no single component dragging down the overall result.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 300th out of 1718 tested combos in Palworld. This places it in the top 17% of all systems, which is a strong showing for a mid-range to high-end pairing. The CPU itself sits at the 96th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 70104, while the GPU is at the 84th percentile with an average score of 42576.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700K, which has a nearly identical average score with a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, which is 0.4% ahead. This means the i7-14700KF is essentially on par with its direct competitors in general computing tasks. The GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX A6000 and RX 7650 GRE, are also within a fraction of a percent of its average score. This suggests that the hardware is well-matched, and the 300th rank is likely due to the GPU being slightly less dominant than the CPU in this specific title.

In practical terms, this rank means the combo will handle Palworld comfortably at most settings. The data shows it is not a top-tier 4K Ultra machine, but it is more than capable for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The rank also implies that there are 299 other combos that perform better, but many of those will feature significantly more expensive GPUs or newer generation hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of what to expect at each resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, the system delivers 275.1 FPS on Low, 224 FPS on Medium, 173 FPS on High, and 132.9 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that even at Ultra, the system far exceeds the 60 FPS standard, making 1080p a non-issue for this hardware.

At 2560x1440, the scores drop but remain highly playable: 183.8 FPS on Low, 146.6 FPS on Medium, 113.5 FPS on High, and 87 FPS on Ultra. The Ultra preset still maintains a solid frame rate for a 1440p monitor, and High settings offer a great balance of visual quality and speed.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. The results are 101.2 FPS on Low, 80.7 FPS on Medium, 65.1 FPS on High, and 47.1 FPS on Ultra. The Low and Medium presets are smooth, High is acceptable, but Ultra falls below the 60 FPS threshold. This suggests that 4K gaming is possible, but users will need to dial back settings to achieve a consistent high frame rate.

The gap between Medium and High settings is consistent across resolutions, with High typically being 15-20% slower than Medium. The jump from High to Ultra is more punishing, with a 25-30% performance loss, indicating that Ultra settings introduce significant rendering overhead.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, 1440p High is the recommended configuration. It delivers 113.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS standard and provides a sharp image. The visual difference between High and Ultra is often subtle, but the performance cost is substantial—dropping from 113.5 to 87 FPS at 1440p. Given the data, High settings offer the best balance of fidelity and fluidity.

If you are on a 1080p monitor, Ultra settings are viable, as the system still produces 132.9 FPS. This allows you to max out the game's visuals without sacrificing smoothness. For competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays, 1080p Low at 275.1 FPS is the clear choice, though the visual downgrade is significant.

At 4K, the recommendation is Medium settings, which yield 80.7 FPS. This is a playable frame rate with decent visuals, and it avoids the steep performance drop seen at High and Ultra. If you prefer visual quality over frame rate, High at 65.1 FPS is acceptable, but Ultra at 47.1 FPS is not recommended due to the risk of noticeable stutter. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is beyond this combo's comfort zone, so scaling back to Medium is the pragmatic choice.