Intel Core i3-2120 + Nvidia GTX 1070-Ti
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.
23%
bottleneck
Bottleneck by Use Case
1080p Gaming
20%
Minor Bottleneck
1440p Gaming
23%
Moderate Bottleneck
4K Gaming
29%
Moderate Bottleneck
Streaming
14%
Minor Bottleneck
Component Comparison
CPU
Intel Core i3-2120
Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score50.7/100
GPU
Nvidia GTX 1070-Ti
VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score39.3/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Intel Core i3-2120 bottleneck Nvidia GTX 1070-Ti?
At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 23% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.
What is the efficiency score for Intel Core i3-2120 + Nvidia GTX 1070-Ti?
The build efficiency score is 77/100. Good — minor inefficiency but nothing significant.
Should I upgrade my GPU?
Upgrade your GPU first. It is the limiting component in this configuration.
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