Our Mission
To provide the most accurate, easy-to-use bottleneck calculator and empower PC builders with the knowledge to create perfectly balanced systems that maximize every dollar spent.
Accuracy First
We use real-world benchmarks and verified data to ensure our calculations are precise and reliable.
Community Driven
Built by PC enthusiasts, for PC enthusiasts. We listen to feedback and continuously improve.
Always Updated
Our database is refreshed weekly with the latest hardware releases and performance metrics.
Our Technology
Advanced Algorithm
Our proprietary algorithm analyzes CPU and GPU performance across thousands of real-world benchmarks. We consider clock speeds, core counts, memory bandwidth, and resolution to provide accurate bottleneck predictions.
The algorithm uses machine learning models trained on over 100,000 benchmark data points, allowing it to predict performance with remarkable accuracy across various gaming scenarios and workloads.
Comprehensive Database
We aggregate performance data from reputable hardware reviewers, community benchmarks, and verified user reports. Our database includes over 500 CPUs and GPUs with detailed performance metrics.
Each component entry contains average FPS data across 50+ popular games, power consumption metrics, thermal characteristics, and compatibility information. This depth of data ensures accurate recommendations.
Expert Verification
Every calculation is validated against expert reviews and community feedback. We maintain a 99% accuracy rate by continuously refining our models based on real-world testing.
Our team of hardware enthusiasts regularly tests new component combinations to verify calculator accuracy. We collaborate with prominent tech reviewers to ensure our data stays current and reliable.
Continuous Updates
We update our database every week with new hardware releases, driver optimizations, and game patches that affect performance. Your analysis is always based on the latest available data.
Our automated systems monitor tech news sources and manufacturer announcements, ensuring new GPUs and CPUs are added to our database within 48 hours of launch.
What Makes Us Different
Resolution-Aware Analysis
Unlike generic calculators, we factor in your target resolution. This is crucial because 1080p gaming is typically CPU-bound while 4K gaming shifts the load to the GPU. Our recommendations adapt accordingly.
Game-Specific Insights
We understand that different games stress hardware differently. Competitive shooters favor high frame rates and CPU speed, while AAA titles with ray tracing need GPU power. Our analysis accounts for your gaming preferences.
Smart Upgrade Paths
We don’t just identify bottlenecks—we provide actionable upgrade recommendations. Our suggestions consider price-to-performance ratios, ensuring you get the most improvement for your budget.
Community-Powered Accuracy
Our users contribute real-world performance feedback, helping us refine our models. This crowdsourced data complements professional benchmarks for unmatched accuracy across diverse configurations.
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Whether you’re building your first PC or optimizing your tenth, we’re here to help. Join thousands of users who trust Bottlenecks Calculator for their build decisions.