Palworld

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER sits at rank 1665 out of 2944 tested combos in Palworld. That places this configuration in the 57th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 43% of combinations deliver higher average frame rates in this survival title. The ranking reflects a mid-pack positioning — this is not a top-tier pairing, but it is far from the bottom of the barrel.

The combo's standing is shaped by both components' relative performance tiers. The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile among all graphics cards. That gap — a very strong processor paired with a middling graphics card — creates a system where the GPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios. The data shows this imbalance manifesting clearly in the measured FPS figures across resolutions and settings.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing's rank suggests it can handle Palworld at playable frame rates in many configurations, but it will struggle at the highest visual fidelity and resolution combinations. The rank also indicates that users with this hardware should expect to make compromises, particularly at 4K, where even medium settings dip below the 60 FPS threshold.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 brings 14 cores and 14 threads to the table, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This Arrow Lake-S architecture chip, built on a 3 nm TSMC process, provides substantial processing headroom that Palworld's simulation-heavy gameplay can leverage. The CPU's L3 cache totals 24 MB shared, with 3 MB of L2 per core, which helps with the game's world-streaming demands.

Benchmark results for this processor are strong across the board. In Cinebench R23, it scores 32924 in multi-core and 4648 in single-core tests. PassMark multi-thread performance hits 38706, and single-thread scores reach 4394. These numbers place the Ultra 5 245 in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48995. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (0.4% slower), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (0.5% slower), the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (0.6% faster), and the Intel Core i5-14600K (0.8% faster). The margins are tight — all within 1% of each other — indicating this CPU is squarely in a competitive performance band.

The data shows that the CPU's capability is not the bottleneck in Palworld for this combo. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 167 FPS average, which indicates the processor can feed frames well beyond what the GPU can render at higher settings. The 14-core configuration handles Palworld's background simulations, creature AI, and building physics without becoming the limiting factor. The dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth provides adequate data throughput for the game's asset streaming.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and PCIe Gen 5 support (20 lanes) ensure it can communicate with the GPU and storage efficiently. However, since the GPU is the weaker link, the CPU's headroom goes partially unused in this pairing — the system would likely perform similarly with a slower processor in GPU-bound scenarios at higher settings.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the clear performance limiter in this combo. This Turing-architecture card features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock runs at 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and memory operates at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). The GPU packs 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, along with 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores.

In benchmark scores, the RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a PassMark G3D score of 18169 and an average benchmark score of 20282, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (1% slower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (1.2% slower), the Intel Arc B570 (1.3% slower), and the Intel Arc A750 (1.5% slower). These are tight margins — the RTX 2070 SUPER is essentially performance-equivalent to a mobile RTX 3070, which underscores its mid-range positioning in 2024-2025 terms.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor in Palworld. At 4K resolution, the game's texture and geometry demands push against this limit. The measured FPS data shows a steep drop-off when moving from 1440p to 4K at the same settings — for example, High settings yield 69 FPS at 1440p but only 38 FPS at 4K. This 45% reduction aligns with the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute limitations at higher pixel counts.

The RTX 2070 SUPER's FP32 performance of 9.062 TFLOPS and texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s are modest by current standards. Palworld's open-world environments with numerous creatures and structures require sustained geometry and texture throughput, which this GPU provides adequately at 1080p and 1440p but struggles with at 4K Ultra settings. The 12 nm process node and 215 W TDP reflect the card's 2019-era design, making it less efficient than newer architectures.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern: this combo delivers smooth performance at 1080p, acceptable performance at 1440p, and marginal performance at 4K.

1920x1080: At Low settings, the system averages 167 FPS — exceptionally smooth for Palworld's fast-paced survival gameplay. Medium settings drop to 136 FPS average, with a minimum of 115 FPS and maximum of 156 FPS, indicating consistent frame delivery. High settings yield 104 FPS average, still well above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings bring the average down to 79 FPS, which remains playable but shows the GPU starting to strain under maximum visual load.

2560x1440: The 1440p results show a proportional scaling from 1080p. Low settings deliver 110 FPS average, Medium produces 89 FPS (minimum 76, maximum 103), High reaches 69 FPS, and Ultra falls to 52 FPS. The Medium setting's minimum of 76 FPS indicates that even during demanding scenes, the frame rate stays above the 60 FPS playability line. At High settings, the 69 FPS average is borderline — most players would find this acceptable, but dips below 60 FPS could occur in heavy combat or dense base-building areas. Ultra at 52 FPS average begins to feel less responsive, particularly in a game where timing matters for catching Pals and dodging attacks.

3840x2160: 4K performance is the weak point. Low settings achieve 61 FPS average — just above the playability threshold. Medium drops to 50 FPS average with a minimum of 42 FPS and maximum of 57 FPS, making it a borderline experience. High settings fall to 38 FPS average, and Ultra bottoms out at 29 FPS. The 4K results clearly show the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB VRAM and compute resources being overwhelmed by Palworld's rendering demands at this resolution.

The scaling pattern across resolutions is consistent: each step from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by roughly 35-40%, and each step from 1440p to 4K reduces them by another 45-50%. This is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, confirming that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting factor rather than the CPU.

# FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Palworld at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, at 1080p with any settings up to High (104 FPS average), and at 1440p with Low (110 FPS) or Medium (89 FPS) settings. At 4K, only Low settings reach 61 FPS average, which barely crosses the 60 FPS line.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware?

A: The data shows 1440p Medium provides the best balance, with 89 FPS average and a minimum of 76 FPS. This gives visual quality above Low while maintaining consistent frame delivery above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this pairing?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 167 FPS, showing the CPU can push frames far beyond what the GPU can render at higher settings.

Q: How does this combo compare to other GPU pairings?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER performs within 1.5% of the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, RTX 3070 Mobile, Intel Arc B570, and Intel Arc A750. The CPU performs within 1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, AMD Ryzen 9 7900, Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, and Intel Core i5-14600K.

Q: Is 8 GB of VRAM sufficient for Palworld?

A: At 1080p and 1440p, the 8 GB VRAM is adequate, as evidenced by playable frame rates. At 4K, the sharp performance drops — particularly from Medium to High (50 to 38 FPS) — suggest VRAM capacity and bandwidth become constraints at that resolution.

Q: What is the best settings preset at each resolution?

A: At 1080p, High settings (104 FPS) offer the best experience. At 1440p, Medium (89 FPS) is optimal. At 4K, Low (61 FPS) is the only playable option, and even then, frame pacing may vary.

# Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing Palworld on this hardware. The goal is to maintain at least 60 FPS average while maximizing visual quality, and the sweet spot varies by resolution.

1920x1080: High settings at 104 FPS average offer the best experience. The jump from Medium (136 FPS) to High (104 FPS) sacrifices some frame rate for noticeably better visuals, but still leaves plenty of headroom above 60 FPS. Ultra (79 FPS) is also viable if visual fidelity takes priority, but the 25 FPS drop from High is steep for marginal visual gains. Low (167 FPS) is unnecessary unless chasing maximum refresh rates on high-Hz monitors.

2560x1440: Medium settings at 89 FPS average are the recommended choice. The minimum of 76 FPS ensures smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. High (69 FPS) is acceptable for players who prioritize visuals, but the lower minimum frame rate could cause occasional hitches during intense moments. Low (110 FPS) provides a competitive edge for players who value response time over appearance. Ultra (52 FPS) falls below the 60 FPS threshold and is not recommended for normal play.

3840x2160: This resolution is not well-suited to this combo. Low settings at 61 FPS average are the only option that crosses the 60 FPS line, and even this is borderline. Medium (50 FPS) and High (38 FPS) deliver playable but suboptimal experiences, while Ultra (29 FPS) is effectively unplayable for action-oriented gameplay. Players with 4K displays should strongly consider dropping to 1440p for a significantly better experience.

Overall Recommendation: The best experience on this hardware is 1080p High (104 FPS) or 1440p Medium (89 FPS). The 1440p Medium option provides a higher resolution with still-strong frame rates, making it the ideal balance for most players. For those with 144Hz or higher refresh monitors, 1080p Low (167 FPS) can fully utilize the display's capabilities, though the visual compromise is notable. Avoid 4K Ultra entirely, as 29 FPS average is far below acceptable playability for a survival game that requires quick reactions and precise timing.