Is Your PC Bottlenecked?

Find out if your CPU and GPU are holding each other back. Our free bottleneck calculator analyzes your hardware pairing and gives you actionable upgrade recommendations.

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How PC Bottlenecking Works

What is a Bottleneck?

A bottleneck occurs when one component limits the performance of another. If your CPU can't keep up with your GPU (or vice versa), you're leaving performance on the table.

Resolution Matters

At 1080p, games are more CPU-dependent. At 4K, the GPU does most of the heavy lifting. The same CPU-GPU pair can behave differently depending on your monitor resolution.

Balanced = Best

The ideal setup has both CPU and GPU fully utilized. Our calculator helps you find that sweet spot so every dollar you spend contributes to better performance.

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Select your CPU, GPU, and resolution to instantly see if your components are well-matched or if one is holding the other back.

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