PCBottleneck

Intel Core2 6600 + Gigabyte R9 380 4GB G1 Windforce

Complete bottleneck analysis across all resolutions and use cases.

Verdict (1440p Gaming)

Severe Bottleneck

Severe bottleneck — your GPU is a critical limiter. Upgrade it before anything else.

65%

bottleneck

Bottleneck by Use Case

1080p Gaming

55%

Significant Bottleneck

1440p Gaming

65%

Severe Bottleneck

4K Gaming

80%

Severe Bottleneck

Streaming

40%

Moderate Bottleneck

Component Comparison

CPU

Intel Core2 6600

Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score37.3/100
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GPU

Gigabyte R9 380 4GB G1 Windforce

VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score14/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Intel Core2 6600 bottleneck Gigabyte R9 380 4GB G1 Windforce?

At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 65% bottleneck (Severe Bottleneck). Severe bottleneck — your GPU is a critical limiter. Upgrade it before anything else.

What is the efficiency score for Intel Core2 6600 + Gigabyte R9 380 4GB G1 Windforce?

The build efficiency score is 35/100. 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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