PCBottleneck

Intel Core i9-13900K + PowerColor R9 380 4GB PCS+

Complete bottleneck analysis across all resolutions and use cases.

Verdict (1440p Gaming)

Severe Bottleneck

Severe bottleneck — your GPU is a critical limiter. Upgrade it before anything else.

89%

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Bottleneck by Use Case

1080p Gaming

76%

Severe Bottleneck

1440p Gaming

89%

Severe Bottleneck

4K Gaming

100%

Severe Bottleneck

Streaming

55%

Significant Bottleneck

Component Comparison

CPU

Intel Core i9-13900K

Cores/Threads2C / 2T
Boost Clock2.5 GHz
TDP65W
SocketDynamic
Benchmark Score129/100

GPU

PowerColor R9 380 4GB PCS+

VRAM8GB
TDP150W
Target Res.all
Release Year2020
Benchmark Score14/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Intel Core i9-13900K bottleneck PowerColor R9 380 4GB PCS+?

At 1440p gaming, this combination shows a 89% bottleneck (Severe Bottleneck). Severe bottleneck — your GPU is a critical limiter. Upgrade it before anything else.

What is the efficiency score for Intel Core i9-13900K + PowerColor R9 380 4GB PCS+?

The build efficiency score is 11/100. Below average — one component is significantly underutilized.

Should I upgrade my GPU?

Upgrade your GPU first. It is the limiting component in this configuration.

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