Intel Core2 Duo T9600 + Nvidia GTX 780
Complete bottleneck analysis across all resolutions and use cases.
Verdict (1440p Gaming)
Significant Bottleneck
Significant mismatch — your GPU is leaving meaningful CPU performance unused. Prioritise upgrading it.
54%
bottleneck
Bottleneck by Use Case
1080p Gaming
45%
Significant Bottleneck
1440p Gaming
54%
Significant Bottleneck
4K Gaming
66%
Severe Bottleneck
Streaming
33%
Moderate Bottleneck
Component Comparison
CPU
Intel Core2 Duo T9600
GPU
Nvidia GTX 780
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Intel Core2 Duo T9600 bottleneck Nvidia GTX 780?
At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 54% bottleneck (Significant Bottleneck). Significant mismatch — your GPU is leaving meaningful CPU performance unused. Prioritise upgrading it.
What is the efficiency score for Intel Core2 Duo T9600 + Nvidia GTX 780?
The build efficiency score is 46/100. 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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