AMD A6-9500 APU (2016 D.BR) + AMD R9 290X
Complete bottleneck analysis across all resolutions and use cases.
Verdict (1440p Gaming)
Moderate Bottleneck
Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.
39%
bottleneck
Bottleneck by Use Case
1080p Gaming
33%
Moderate Bottleneck
1440p Gaming
39%
Moderate Bottleneck
4K Gaming
48%
Significant Bottleneck
Streaming
24%
Moderate Bottleneck
Component Comparison
CPU
AMD A6-9500 APU (2016 D.BR)
GPU
AMD R9 290X
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AMD A6-9500 APU (2016 D.BR) bottleneck AMD R9 290X?
At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 39% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.
What is the efficiency score for AMD A6-9500 APU (2016 D.BR) + AMD R9 290X?
The build efficiency score is 61/100. Below average — one component is significantly underutilized.
Should I upgrade my GPU?
Upgrade your GPU first. It is the limiting component in this configuration.
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