Processor Intense Tasks bottleneck calculator
Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X
Processor Intense Tasks
2560 × 1440
1 monitor
1. Select purpose
Currently selected:
![Processor Intense Tasks image](/image/static/components-small/CPU.png)
Processor Intense Tasks
2. Select processor
Currently selected:
Intel Core i7-2920XM
3. Select graphic card
Currently selected:
AMD Radeon R9 M390X
4. Select resolution
Currently selected:
2560 × 1440 resolution
(1 monitor)
Calculation result
Bottleneck percentage
When configuring a high-performance computing setup, it's imperative to ensure that each hardware component is well-matched with its counterparts to provide seamless and optimal system performance. In the case of the Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X in the Processor Intense Tasks with 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor, it appears that hardware compatibility has been achieved superbly, as evidenced by the calculated bottleneck percentage of 0%.
![Gauge that shows 0% of bottleneck](https://images.pc-builds.com/chart/gauge/bottleneck-gauge-0-percent.png)
To elaborate, a bottleneck occurs when one component restricts the maximum efficiency of another, leading to suboptimal performance and reduced system effectiveness. However, in this configuration, that is not a concern. Any bottleneck percentage below 5% is generally deemed insignificant, and our current bottleneck value sits at 0%, which means you can expect superior system performance.
Processor and graphic card utilizations
In a computing setup featuring the Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X, under the context of Processor Intense Tasks with a screen resolution of 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor, the processor is expected to have an utilization rate of 83.2%, while the graphics card is projected to be utilized at 80.8%.
It's crucial to understand that these figures signify theoretical maximums based on typical CPU-to-GPU workload distribution ratios for certain tasks or gaming experiences. Achieving these high levels of utilization in real-world settings can be a challenging endeavor.
![Utilization chart of Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X in Processor Intense Tasks with 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor](https://images.pc-builds.com/chart/bar/utilizations-purpose_2-processor-intense-tasks_2560x1440_0ej-intel-core-i7-2920xm_0SV-amd-radeon-r9-m390x.png)
Playability
- Playable
- Frames per second
-
A game is considered "playable" if it can consistently run at 60 FPS on high settings. This ensures a smooth and visually appealing gaming experience free from lags or stutters.
Heatmap of bottleneck
The heatmap serves as a graphical representation to further confirm the compatibility between the Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X. On this heatmap, the x-axis corresponds to the CPU Score, and the y-axis corresponds to the GPU Score. In a perfectly balanced system such as this, the intersection point of the Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X will fall within the "no bottleneck zone."
The "no bottleneck zone" is an area on the heatmap where the hardware components are not only compatible but are also optimally matched to provide peak system performance. When the intersection of the CPU and GPU scores resides in this zone, it is a strong indicator that the system is balanced and will deliver excellent performance for Processor Intense Tasks. The presence of both the Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X in this zone confirms that neither component will hinder the performance of the other, leading to a seamless and highly efficient computing experience.
![Bottleneck heatmap chart of crossing Intel Core i7-2920XM score and AMD Radeon R9 M390X score in Processor Intense Tasks with 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor](https://images.pc-builds.com/chart/heatmap/purpose-2-processor-intense-tasks_resolution-2560x1440_cpuScore-41111_gpuScore-30518.png)
Mapping your Intel Core i7-2920XM CPU Score against the AMD Radeon R9 M390X GPU Score can provide a comprehensive view of how these components interact and where bottlenecks are most likely to happen. Leveraging this heatmap data could guide you in making more balanced hardware selections suitable for your specific computing needs.
Bottleneck solutions
Replace processor
If your graphic card is causing the bottleneck but you're considering replacing your processor, reconsider this approach. Unless your processor is already on the verge of becoming outdated, upgrading it might not offer a significant performance boost, particularly in graphics-heavy tasks.
- Intel Core i7-3940XM Full details
- Intel Core i7-4710MQ Full details
- AMD Ryzen 3 3350U Full details
- Intel Core i5-8250U Full details
- Intel Core i7-8550U Full details
- Intel Core i7-3840QM Full details
- AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U Full details
- Intel Core i5-8265U Full details
- Intel Core i7-5700HQ Full details
- Intel Core i3-8100B Full details
- Intel Core i7-4810MQ Full details
- Intel Core i3-1115G4 Full details
- Intel Core i7-4770HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-8565U Full details
- Intel Core i7-4900MQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4850HQ Full details
- Intel Core i5-8365U Full details
- Intel Core i7-4712HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4702HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4712MQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4700MQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4860EQ Full details
- Intel Core i5-7440HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-4710HQ Full details
- AMD Ryzen 3 2300U Full details
- Intel Core i7-3615QE Full details
- Intel Core i7-4722HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-3820QM Full details
- Intel Core i7-4700HQ Full details
- AMD Ryzen 5 3500C Full details
- Intel Core i7-4750HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-3720QM Full details
- Intel Core i7-3740QM Full details
- Intel Core i7-3920XM Full details
- Intel Core i5-8365UE Full details
- Intel Core i5-1030NG7 Full details
- Intel Core i7-4800MQ Full details
- AMD Ryzen 3 3300U Full details
- AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U Full details
- Intel Core i7-4720HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-3612QE Full details
- Intel Core i3-1005G1 Full details
- Intel Core i7-3610QE Full details
- Intel Core i5-8265UC Full details
- Intel Core i5-7300HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-3610QM Full details
- Intel Core i5-6440HQ Full details
- Intel Core i7-3630QM Full details
- Intel Core i7-8665UE Full details
- Intel Core i7-4702MQ Full details
![Curve chart that shows processors that will fix bottleneck in bottleneck calculation of Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X in Processor Intense Tasks with 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor](https://images.pc-builds.com/chart/curve/solutions-chart-purpose_2-processor-intense-tasks_2560x1440_0ej-intel-core-i7-2920xm_0SV-amd-radeon-r9-m390x_processor.png)
Impact of Changing Screen Resolution
Increasing the resolution in this scenario will only make the bottleneck worse, as the GPU will be under even more stress, leading to lower frame rates and reduced graphical quality. It won't significantly ease the load on the already underutilized processor.
Read moreReplace graphic cards
When the graphic card becomes a system bottleneck, upgrading it can provide a significant boost in performance. Opt for a card that better matches the capabilities of your processor to get a more balanced system. This will also enable you to run games and applications at higher settings, offering a vastly improved user experience.
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX570 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Max-Q Design) Full details
- AMD Radeon RX 5500M Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M3000M Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M295X Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M395X Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M395 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX550 Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M2200 Full details
- AMD Radeon RX 5300M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 (Max-Q Design) Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680MX Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX450 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 965M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M Full details
- AMD Radeon HD 8970M Full details
- AMD Radeon 740M Full details
- AMD Radeon HD 7970M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 775M Full details
- AMD Radeon HD8970M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M2000M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960A Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M1200 Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M470X Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M1000M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX350 Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M620 Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M380 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX330 Full details
- AMD Radeon Pro WX 4150 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950A Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 850M Full details
- AMD Radeon Pro WX 3200 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX250 Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 485M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce MX150 Full details
- AMD Radeon R9 M290X Full details
- NVIDIA Quadro M600M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce 945M Full details
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580M Full details
![Curve chart that shows graphic cards that will fix bottleneck in bottleneck calculation of Intel Core i7-2920XM and AMD Radeon R9 M390X in Processor Intense Tasks with 2560 × 1440 and 1 monitor](https://images.pc-builds.com/chart/curve/solutions-chart-purpose_2-processor-intense-tasks_2560x1440_0ej-intel-core-i7-2920xm_0SV-amd-radeon-r9-m390x_graphic-card.png)
Impact of Changing Screen Resolution
If your graphics card is bottlenecking the system, lowering the screen resolution will allow the card to handle data more efficiently, resulting in higher frames per second. However, it's worth noting that lower resolutions will require less data processing from the CPU, which could create a new bottleneck there.
Read moreBottleneck calculator types
Select purpose bottleneck calculator
Before selecting a bottleneck calculator, consider your primary computing tasks. For general activities like web browsing and office work, the calculator evaluates the balance between your CPU and GPU. If you focus on CPU-intensive tasks like video editing or 3D rendering, the tool will highlight processor performance. For GPU-centric tasks such as gaming or graphical rendering, it will assess the efficiency of your graphics card. Choose the appropriate calculator to accurately identify potential system bottlenecks for your specific use-case.
Select game bottleneck calculator
By selecting a game from the list, the calculator will analyze potential bottlenecks specifically tailored to that game's system requirements and graphical demands. This allows you to optimize your setup for a smoother, more responsive gaming experience. Choose the game that aligns with your interests to get the relevant bottleneck analysis.