Bottleneck Calculator

Find out if your CPU or GPU is the weak link. Resolution-aware analysis using real PassMark benchmark data.

How to use the Bottleneck Calculator

  1. Select your GPU from the dropdown.
  2. Select your CPU.
  3. Pick the resolution you actually play at (1080p stresses CPU more, 4K stresses GPU more).
  4. Click "Analyze Bottleneck" to see which component is holding back performance.
  5. Review the recommended upgrade path - we suggest the minimum upgrade to balance the build.
BOTTLENECK CALCULATOR
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Select your GPU and CPU to analyze bottlenecks
See which component is limiting your performance at each resolution