Common types of bottlenecks:
CPU Bottleneck
Your processor can't keep up with your graphics card
Results in lower FPS despite a powerful GPU
Often shows high CPU usage (95-100%) while GPU usage remains low
GPU Bottleneck
Graphics card struggles to render frames fast enough
Common in graphically demanding games
Shows high GPU usage with lower CPU usage
RAM Bottleneck
Insufficient memory forces constant data swapping
Causes stuttering and slow loading
Can be seen in Task Manager as high memory usage
How to Check for Bottlenecks:
Using Task Manager (Windows):
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc
Go to the Performance tab
Monitor CPU, GPU, and RAM usage during gaming or heavy tasks
If one component is consistently at 100% while others are much lower, that's your bottleneck
Using MSI Afterburner or similar monitoring software:
Provides real-time overlay of component usage
Shows detailed metrics like per-core CPU usage
Monitors temperatures and clock speeds
Online Bottleneck Calculators:
Websites like mainconveter offer bottleneck calculator
Input your components to see potential mismatches
Remember these are estimates, not definitive answers
To fix bottlenecks, you can:
Upgrade the bottlenecking component
Lower graphics settings (for GPU bottlenecks)
Close background programs (for CPU/RAM bottlenecks)
Ensure proper cooling to maintain peak performance
