PCBottleneck

Intel U4100 + XFX R9 390 8GB Double Dissipation

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.

31%

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Bottleneck by Use Case

1080p Gaming

26%

Moderate Bottleneck

1440p Gaming

31%

Moderate Bottleneck

4K Gaming

38%

Moderate Bottleneck

Streaming

19%

Minor Bottleneck

Component Comparison

CPU

Intel U4100

Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score29.3/100
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GPU

XFX R9 390 8GB Double Dissipation

VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score20.6/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Intel U4100 bottleneck XFX R9 390 8GB Double Dissipation?

At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 31% bottleneck (Moderate Bottleneck). Your GPU is holding back your CPU. Consider upgrading your GPU next.

What is the efficiency score for Intel U4100 + XFX R9 390 8GB Double Dissipation?

The build efficiency score is 69/100. 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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