Bottleneck Calculator

Intel Core i7-8700 @ 3.20GHz + AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT

Analyzing performance and compatibility for your selected components

CPU Selection

Intel Core i7-8700 @ 3.20GHz

GPU Selection

AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT

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Overall Balance

43%
CPU Limited
Your Intel Core i7-8700 @ 3.20GHz is 43% slower than what your GPU could handle at 1080p

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Performance Analysis

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Casual & Older Games

Perfect for casual gaming at 60+ FPS (CPU: 2.6x, GPU: 3.4x required performance)
CPU Performance 2.6x required
GPU Performance 3.4x required
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Competitive Gaming

Great for competitive gaming at 144+ FPS (CPU: 1.7x, GPU: 2.3x required performance)
CPU Performance 1.7x required
GPU Performance 2.3x required
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Modern AAA Games

CPU at 78% of recommended performance for 60 FPS
CPU Performance ⚠️0.8x needed
GPU Performance 1.4x required
⚠️60 FPS still achievable using DLSS/FSR or optimized graphics settings

Recommendations:

  • Consider a CPU with better single-core performance