How to Update GPU Drivers in 2026 (Fix FPS Drops, Crashes & Bottlenecks)
Have you ever updated a game, rebooted your PC with high expectations, and then realized something feels off because FPS is lower, stuttering appears, or…
NVIDIA RTX 5090 vs RTX 4090 GPU – Full 2026 Benchmark, Gaming & AI Comparison
Are you stuck deciding whether NVIDIA’s newest flagship is actually worth it — or if the RTX 4090 you already own (or plan to buy…
How to Check GPU Health (Complete Guide for Windows Users)
Your GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) plays a critical role in gaming, video editing, 3D rendering, and even everyday system responsiveness. If you’re noticing lag, stuttering,…
How to Fix CPU–GPU Bottleneck in 2026 (Complete PC Performance Guide)
If your PC should be fast but doesn’t feel fast (low FPS, stutters, random dips, or poor scaling when you change settings), you’re almost certainly…
Is a Bottleneck Calculator Accurate? Honest & Complete Guide
When you’re building or upgrading a PC, it’s almost impossible to avoid bottleneck calculators. You enter your CPU and GPU, hit calculate… and suddenly see…
Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your PC from Viruses, Malware & Modern Cyber Threats
Is Your PC Infected Right Now? (Check in 2 Minutes): Do you feel like your PC has been hacked? Don’t panic. You can still fix…
Brian
I’m a solo developer and PC enthusiast who built The Bottleneck Calculator to make performance analysis simple and accessible. Like many, I was frustrated by confusing bottlenecking advice, so I created the tool I wish existed when I started.