bf1 stuttering
bf1 stuttering
So recently I achieved a stable OC on my FX 8320 at 4.5 ghz with 1.4625 v, and everything seemed to function properly during stress tests. Monitoring temperatures was smooth. However, when playing BF 4, BF Hardline, Rocket League, or Cod Mw 2019, the game experiences significant stuttering. I searched numerous forums without success, feeling stuck.
I enabled the in-game network graph; ping and latency were normal. The issue only appears intermittently—every 1-2 minutes—with sudden drops to around 5-10 FPS, accompanied by high offset and down str values. After that, everything recovers.
I attached a screenshot showing the in-game graph below.
My system specs:
AMD FX 8320 Black Edition 4.5 ghz, 1.4625 v
Cooler Scythe Kotetsu with 2 fans at 1600 RPM, providing good temps during stress tests
ASRock 970 Pro 3R 2.0
2x2 GB RAM stick + 4 GB + 8 GB running on 1333 MHz DDR3
Overclocked Gigabyte WindForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB (OC settings previously tested and stable)
PSU Cooler Master 500W
Seagate HDD 1 Terabyte
Links:
BF1 graph - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bzmEhCn...sp=sharing
GPU settings - https://drive.google.com/file/d/12jTeeqO...sp=sharing
The BF series is known for heavily stressing the CPU. The BF1 model is particularly tough on the whole system. It seems your equipment is outdated and can't handle it anymore.
Is the CPU's clock speed affected at all? Your mismatched RAM might also be contributing. You're likely aiming for 8GB in dual channel and 8GB in single channel, though it's possible everything ends up as single channel.
when i don't experience stuttering, the game operates smoothly at a consistent 60-75 fps.
i don't know if i've checked yet
the 8 gb module is a corsair xms3 ddr3 1333 mhz with the 9-9-9-24 timings cl9
if i get a module with the same features do you think it will work?
Verify that the CPU maintains a consistent speed, particularly after overclocking. For RAM, having two identical sticks would be preferable if it functions properly. You've had good luck with RAM mixing; it doesn't always work smoothly even when buying matching models, as they aren't necessarily from a compatible set. I understand that in DDR4 systems, single versus dual channel can significantly affect performance, and single channel may lag in certain games. I'm not certain if DDR3 experiences the same effect.
I'll check if the CPU changes its clock speed, and if so, what might be causing the issue.
I looked through the market and discovered a G skill module that matches the Corsair's traits. I didn't locate the exact Corsair version, but I believe it could work.
Increasing the speed of the 125w FX CPU frequently caused the motherboard's VRM to become too hot. These older boards lack temperature monitoring sensors, so if they exceed safe levels the board will reduce performance.
What does VRM mean and are there options to improve its efficiency or stabilize the OC?