PCBottleneck

Intel Core i3-3120M + Intel Arc A580

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.

28%

bottleneck

Bottleneck by Use Case

1080p Gaming

24%

Moderate Bottleneck

1440p Gaming

28%

Moderate Bottleneck

4K Gaming

35%

Moderate Bottleneck

Streaming

17%

Minor Bottleneck

Component Comparison

CPU

Intel Core i3-3120M

Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score50.1/100

GPU

Intel Arc A580

VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score36.5/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Intel Core i3-3120M bottleneck Intel Arc A580?

At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 28% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.

What is the efficiency score for Intel Core i3-3120M + Intel Arc A580?

The build efficiency score is 72/100. 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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