Intel Core i7-7700vsAMD Radeon RX 560
Bottleneck at 4K
Gaming performance • Analyzed on June 19, 2026
Intel Core i7-7700
Processor
AMD Radeon RX 560
Graphics Card
Why This Bottleneck Occurs
At 4k resolution for gaming, the AMD Radeon RX 560 creates a moderate bottleneck (11%) when paired with the Intel Core i7-7700. The GPU cannot render frames fast enough to match the CPU's throughput capability. At 4K, the GPU is under extreme load rendering 4x the pixels of 1080p, making it the clear limiting factor.
Detailed Performance Analysis
This is a programmatic analysis of the Intel Core i7-7700 and AMD Radeon RX 560 at 4K. Based on our benchmark scores, At 4k resolution for gaming, the AMD Radeon RX 560 creates a moderate bottleneck (11%) when paired with the Intel Core i7-7700. The GPU cannot render frames fast enough to match the CPU's throughput capability. At 4K, the GPU is under extreme load rendering 4x the pixels of 1080p, making it the clear limiting factor.
Upgrade Suggestions
Consider upgrading the AMD Radeon RX 560 to a more powerful graphics card to match the Intel Core i7-7700.
Lowering resolution to 1440p would reduce GPU load and improve frame rates.
Make sure your GPU drivers are up to date for optimal performance.
Check that your PSU provides adequate power for the GPU under full load.