AMD E-300 APU + MSI GTX 960 2GB Gaming
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.
40%
bottleneck
Bottleneck by Use Case
1080p Gaming
34%
Moderate Bottleneck
1440p Gaming
40%
Moderate Bottleneck
4K Gaming
49%
Significant Bottleneck
Streaming
25%
Moderate Bottleneck
Component Comparison
CPU
AMD E-300 APU
GPU
MSI GTX 960 2GB Gaming
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AMD E-300 APU bottleneck MSI GTX 960 2GB Gaming?
At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 40% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.
What is the efficiency score for AMD E-300 APU + MSI GTX 960 2GB Gaming?
The build efficiency score is 60/100. 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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