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Bottleneck from CPU/GPU

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So i want to know how you can best guess the right CPU ad GPU combination to avoid bottle-necking.

I can see how i might lose 10 frames using a Ryzen 1700 with a GTX 20180 Ti rather than using an Intel 9900K. But this doesn't matter to me as both CPUs would give over 100fps in games at 1080p.

What i am doing is building some computers using old parts for kids to use as Fortnite gaming rigs. Graphics cards such as the 1GB Radeon HD6850 or GTX 460 or 2GB cards such as a GTX 670 or 750 Ti.

These cards will be matched with 4 core CPUs and 8GB of RAM.

Because these are low end systems (probably running games at 720p) the difference between 25fps and 30fps is a big deal, making bottle-necking a concern.

Does anybody here know of a quick and dirty rule of thumb that can be applied when matching a GPU and CPU? Or is it all based on experience with different components or reading/watching reviews to determining which match best?

My hunch tells me to look at CPUbenchmark/videocardbenchmark scores and pair parts along those numbers.

But it would be great if someone out there has a better idea.

Thanks in advance
 
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