Intel Core i5-12600K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Bottleneck
The CPU holds the GPU back at 1080p (66% imbalance) and 1440p (39%); the GPU is the limit at 4K (27% imbalance). The best resolution for this pair is 4K.
Bottleneck by resolution
| Resolution | CPU Load | GPU Load | Imbalance | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 100% | 34% | 66% | CPU BN |
| 1440p | 100% | 61% | 39% | CPU BN |
| 4K | 73% | 100% | 27% | GPU BN |
Imbalances under 10% count as balanced. Assumes fast dual-channel RAM; add your RAM kit in the calculator for a tailored result.
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