Core i3-12100F with GeForce RTX 3060 12GB: bottleneck check
GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the weak part at 1080p: Core i3-12100F could drive a much faster graphics card. If you want more FPS, upgrade the graphics card first. (Our estimate from benchmark scores.)
| Resolution | Limited by | Bottleneck | CPU use | GPU use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 720p (1280 × 720) | Graphics card | 37% GPU | 63% | 100% |
| 1080p (1920 × 1080) | Graphics card | 55% GPU | 45% | 100% |
| 1440p (2560 × 1440) | Graphics card | 67% GPU | 33% | 100% |
| Ultrawide (3440 × 1440) | Graphics card | 74% GPU | 26% | 100% |
| 4K (3840 × 2160) | Graphics card | 82% GPU | 18% | 100% |
Parts: Intel Core i3-12100F · NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB. Try other parts or settings below.
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FAQ
Does the Core i3-12100F bottleneck the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB?
GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the weak part at 1080p: Core i3-12100F could drive a much faster graphics card. If you want more FPS, upgrade the graphics card first. (Our estimate from benchmark scores.)
Is the Core i3-12100F good enough for the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB at 1440p?
GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the weak part at 1440p: Core i3-12100F could drive a much faster graphics card. If you want more FPS, upgrade the graphics card first.
What about 4K?
GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is the weak part at 4K: Core i3-12100F could drive a much faster graphics card. If you want more FPS, upgrade the graphics card first.