Find answers to common questions about our Bottleneck Calculator, including how it works, what it analyzes, and how to optimize your PC’s performance for the best gaming or productivity experience.
A bottleneck happens when one component of your PC, such as the CPU or GPU, slows down the overall performance of your system. This can lead to lower FPS in games or slower render times.
Our calculator uses a proprietary algorithm based on component benchmarks and compatibility data to give you an accurate bottleneck percentage.
Yes, the calculator is 100% free to use for all users.
Absolutely! We continuously update our database to reflect the latest PC hardware releases and trends.