Intel T2400 + Nvidia GTX 970
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.
37%
bottleneck
Bottleneck by Use Case
1080p Gaming
31%
Moderate Bottleneck
1440p Gaming
37%
Moderate Bottleneck
4K Gaming
45%
Significant Bottleneck
Streaming
23%
Moderate Bottleneck
Component Comparison
CPU
Intel T2400
Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score31.9/100
GPU
Nvidia GTX 970
VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score20.6/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Intel T2400 bottleneck Nvidia GTX 970?
At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 37% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.
What is the efficiency score for Intel T2400 + Nvidia GTX 970?
The build efficiency score is 63/100. 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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