How much RAM for a Palworld server?
Plan on 8 GB of RAM for a dedicated Palworld server up to about fifteen players, 12 GB between sixteen and twenty-four, and 16 GB beyond that or on a heavily built world. Palworld has a quirk: consumption climbs with the age of the world, as bases, captured Pals and structures pile up. A server that was comfortable at launch can be tight after a few weeks.
| Type of server | Players | Recommended RAM | Matching plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small group, young world | 2 to 16 players | 8 GB | £7.46incl. VAT/mo |
| Active community, developed bases | 16 to 24 players | 12 GB | £10.78incl. VAT/mo |
| Public server, old world | 24 to 32 players | 16 GB | £13.27incl. VAT/mo |
| Very busy world, no limits wanted | 32 players | Unlimited | £24.89incl. VAT/mo |
What drives memory up
- The number of bases built: each keeps producing even when its owner is offline.
- Pals assigned to work, simulated continuously across every active base.
- The age of the world: the save grows steadily, and it is held in memory.
- Concurrent players, each loading their own slice of the map around them.
Signs you are short on memory
- Pals freeze or walk in circles in the bases, a sign the simulation is falling behind.
- Grouped disconnections at fixed times, often when the save runs.
- Server startup time getting longer week after week.
- Items or buildings rolling back after a restart.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my Palworld server use more than at the start?
Because the world never stops growing: bases, Pals, chests and structures are added and never disappear. The server keeps all of it in memory to simulate, including far from players. It is the most common reason a server that ran well in week one struggles after a month.
How many players can a Palworld server take?
The game accepts 32 players on a dedicated server. Reaching that comfortably means memory in proportion: with 32 players spread across as many bases, 16 GB is a sensible floor.
Do I need a fast processor or more memory?
Both, in that order: memory first, because running out causes crashes, then the processor, because it decides how smooth things feel. Our servers run on a Ryzen 9 7950X3D, which settles the second half of the question.
Each memory tier matches a plan. Prices are monthly, tax included, with no minimum term. See the plans Palworld →