Palworld

Palworld pairs the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with the Intel Arc B570 to create a combo that lands near the bottom of the performance charts, ranking 2362nd out of 2944 tested combinations. The data indicates this setup is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it delivers playable frame rates, but struggles significantly at higher resolutions, particularly with Ultra settings. The measured results show a clear scaling pattern: the system is capable at 1920x1080, acceptable at 2560x1440 with adjusted settings, and largely untenable at 3840x2160.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Palworld?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B570 combination ranks 2362nd out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld, placing it in the bottom 20% of all tested systems.

Q: Can this system run Palworld at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows 4K performance is poor. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 30, and with Ultra settings, it drops to 22 FPS. Only at Low settings does it reach a marginally playable 47 FPS average.

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

A: The strongest results are at 1920x1080, where the system achieves 130 FPS on Low, 105 FPS on Medium, and 81 FPS on High settings. This is the only resolution where the combo consistently delivers high frame rates.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest rivals in raw GPU benchmarks?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score is 20556, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and Intel Arc A750 (20582). The delta percentages are minimal, at 0.1% and -0.1% respectively.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile relative to all processors?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938. This places it slightly below rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945) and AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018).

Q: Are there any 1440p settings where the system maintains over 60 FPS?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440 with Low settings, the system averages 85 FPS. At Medium settings, it averages 69 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold, but High settings drop to 53 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary bottleneck in this pairing for Palworld, particularly at higher resolutions. Built on the Xe2-HPG architecture with 2304 shading units, the GPU operates at a consistent 2500 MHz base and boost clock. The 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus provides 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves insufficient for the demands of 4K gaming in this title.

The GPU's benchmark data shows it sits in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 20556. Its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750, scores nearly identically at 20582, indicating these two cards offer comparable raw performance. However, in Palworld specifically, the measured FPS tells a more nuanced story. At 3840x2160, the GPU delivers only 30 FPS on High settings, which is barely playable. The 22 FPS at Ultra settings is not a viable experience.

The memory configuration becomes a critical factor at higher resolutions. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the 160-bit bus width limits effective transfer rates. This is evident in the scaling from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440: at High settings, performance drops from 81 FPS to 53 FPS, a 35% reduction. This steep decline suggests the GPU's memory bandwidth is strained as pixel count increases.

At 1080p, the Arc B570 shows its strengths. The 130 FPS result at Low settings indicates the GPU can push high frame rates when not memory-limited. The 105 FPS at Medium settings is also strong, and even Ultra settings yield 61 FPS, which remains playable. The pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s are sufficient for this resolution.

The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility are relevant for Palworld's engine, which leverages modern API features. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2649 reflects moderate DX12 performance, aligning with the measured results. In contrast, the PassMark DirectX 11 score of 118 and DirectX 12 score of 72 indicate the card performs better in older API workloads than in newer ones.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 provides solid processing power that does not constrain the Arc B570 in Palworld, except at very low settings where frame rates exceed 100 FPS. This 10-core, 10-thread processor based on Arrow Lake architecture runs at a 3.30 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.90 GHz. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache is ample for game logic, world simulation, and the AI-driven Pals that populate the game world.

The CPU's benchmark results place it in the 85th percentile, with an average score of 36938. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, scores 36945, a negligible 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 trails by 0.4%, and the Intel Core i9-12900T is 0.5% behind. This clustering indicates the Ultra 5 225 sits in a well-populated performance tier.

In Palworld, the CPU's role becomes apparent when examining the FPS scaling across settings. At 1920x1080, the jump from High (81 FPS) to Low (130 FPS) represents a 60% performance increase. This significant gap suggests that at High settings, the GPU begins to limit, but at Low settings, the CPU can feed frames faster. The 130 FPS result is likely near the CPU's practical limit in this title, given its 10-thread configuration.

The single-core performance is particularly relevant for Palworld's physics and AI calculations. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3655 and PassMark single-thread score of 4412 indicate strong single-threaded capability. This helps maintain consistent frame pacing, as evidenced by the Medium settings results showing minimum FPS of 89 at 1080p and 59 at 1440p, which are only 15% below the averages.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s via dual-channel DDR5 support is sufficient to keep the GPU fed with data. However, at 2560x1440 and above, the GPU's own memory bandwidth becomes the limiting factor, not the CPU's memory subsystem. The PassMark multithread score of 30459 and physics score of 2342 show the CPU can handle complex scene calculations without becoming a bottleneck.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy for optimal settings based on resolution. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers the best balance of performance and visual quality, delivering 105 FPS average with a minimum of 89 FPS. This keeps the experience smooth while maintaining higher visual fidelity than Low. The High preset at 81 FPS is also viable, but the 24 FPS drop from Medium may not justify the visual gains.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, averaging 69 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS. This is the only 1440p setting that maintains playable performance above 60 FPS on average. The Low preset achieves 85 FPS but sacrifices too much visual quality for a survival game where environmental details matter. High settings at 53 FPS are borderline, and Ultra at 40 FPS is not recommended.

At 3840x2160, the system is not well-suited for this game. The Low preset at 47 FPS is the only playable option, but even this is below the ideal 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings at 38 FPS and High at 30 FPS are marginal experiences. Ultra at 22 FPS is essentially unplayable and should be avoided.

The data shows a consistent pattern: Medium settings provide the best compromise between performance and quality across all resolutions. At 1080p, the Medium preset's 105 FPS with an 89 FPS minimum ensures no significant frame drops. At 1440p, the 69 FPS average with 59 FPS minimum keeps the experience mostly smooth. The 33 FPS minimum at 4K Medium is too low for comfortable play.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B570 combination holds the 2362nd position out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld, placing it in the bottom 19.8% of all systems. This ranking reflects the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions, despite the CPU's solid 85th percentile standing. The pairing creates an imbalance where the CPU is significantly more capable than the GPU for this specific title.

This rank is consistent with the GPU's 65th percentile performance across all benchmarks. The Arc B570's average score of 20556 places it in the lower-mid range of graphics cards, and Palworld's demanding rendering at high settings exposes its weaknesses. The 2944 total combos tested include many systems with more powerful GPUs, which explains the low ranking.

The combo's performance relative to its component benchmarks suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, performs nearly identically in synthetic tests, yet pairing either CPU with a stronger GPU would likely yield much better Palworld results. The data indicates that users seeking better performance in Palworld should prioritize GPU upgrades over CPU upgrades.

The ranking also reflects the measured FPS data being "dataIsMeasured: true", meaning these are actual test results rather than estimates. This adds confidence to the conclusion that this combo is better suited for 1080p gaming rather than higher resolutions. The rank of 2362nd is a clear verdict on this system's capabilities in Palworld.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves 130 FPS average, the highest measured result for this combo. Medium settings produce 105 FPS with a minimum of 89 FPS and maximum of 121 FPS, showing consistent frame delivery. High settings drop to 81 FPS, while Ultra settings average 61 FPS, which remains playable.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance scales down noticeably. Low settings still deliver a strong 85 FPS average. Medium settings yield 69 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS and maximum of 80 FPS, providing a mostly smooth experience. High settings fall to 53 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 40 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable play.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. Low settings produce 47 FPS, which is the only 4K result above 40 FPS. Medium settings average 38 FPS with a minimum of 33 FPS and maximum of 44 FPS, showing notable frame dips. High settings drop to 30 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 22 FPS, making 4K gaming impractical for this combo.

The scaling across resolutions reveals the GPU's memory bandwidth constraints. From 1080p to 1440p, High settings drop from 81 to 53 FPS (35% decrease), while Low settings drop from 130 to 85 FPS (35% decrease). From 1440p to 4K, High settings drop from 53 to 30 FPS (43% decrease), and Low settings drop from 85 to 47 FPS (45% decrease). This progressive degradation indicates the GPU's 380.0 GB/s bandwidth is insufficient for higher pixel counts.

The Medium settings data points provide the most complete picture, as they include minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p Medium, the range from 89 to 121 FPS shows a tight band. At 1440p Medium, the range from 59 to 80 FPS shows more variance. At 4K Medium, the range from 33 to 44 FPS shows significant instability, confirming that 4K is not a viable option.