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Intel Core2 Duo E8500 + ASUS GTX 960 2GB STRIX

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.

70%

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Bottleneck by Use Case

1080p Gaming

59%

Significant Bottleneck

1440p Gaming

70%

Severe Bottleneck

4K Gaming

86%

Severe Bottleneck

Streaming

43%

Significant Bottleneck

Component Comparison

CPU

Intel Core2 Duo E8500

Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score41.9/100
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GPU

ASUS GTX 960 2GB STRIX

VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score13.8/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Intel Core2 Duo E8500 bottleneck ASUS GTX 960 2GB STRIX?

At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 70% bottleneck (Severe Bottleneck). Severe bottleneck — your GPU is a critical limiter. Upgrade it before anything else.

What is the efficiency score for Intel Core2 Duo E8500 + ASUS GTX 960 2GB STRIX?

The build efficiency score is 30/100. 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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