CSGO: FPS Below 200 On RX580 (please assist, keep settings constant)
CSGO: FPS Below 200 On RX580 (please assist, keep settings constant)
Hello there,
My computer specifications are as follows:
- GPU: RX 580 8gb
- CPU: Ryzen 2600
- RAM: 16b (1 stick)
- Monitor: Asus tuff 165hz 1440p
- Motherboard: MSI b350 pc mate
- Operating System: Windows 10 64bit
My main issue is that my FPS remains stuck between 100 and 200 frames per second. Changing the resolution or adjusting settings hasn’t helped. Even at 2K resolution, my FPS stays the same as when I set it to 1234x1024. I’ve watched many videos about this problem without success. I reinstalled Windows and CS:GO, changed the power plan to performance, reinstalled the GPU drivers, and added a launch option: +FPS max 0 but it doesn’t improve my FPS. At this stage, I confirm I haven’t overclocked the card, and the problem only occurs in CS:GO. Additionally, I’ve observed minimal CPU and GPU usage while playing. For example, with 1234x1024 resolution, GPU usage never goes above 60%.
This issue has persisted for over a year. If anyone has a solution or suggestion, please let me know immediately. Thank you for your time; any response would be appreciated.
RAM issues are often linked to a single stick of RAM. Replace it with another of the same model, expect an improvement. When CSGO launches, open Task Manager, go to the details tab, right-click on csgo.exe, and adjust affinity—disable all except 1357 or 0246. This should increase FPS by 10-15%. On my 3600 with that configuration, it worked. Single-channel RAM can also affect performance; if other games run smoothly and the system behaves normally, the problem likely lies with the RAM itself. Also, what is your RAM speed and latency?
BTW, 60% GPU usage is typical for those configurations, so you're right to consider RAM as the cause.
But using a single stick limits it to one channel instead of dual, which cuts the bandwidth in half. Going dual will definitely improve performance. The main issue is mixing RAM, even if you buy the same brand separately—it’s not always reliable and can cause problems. It usually works but may have hiccups. RAM is safest when purchased in matching kits. See the odd man out section here.
Thank you for your insight! In summary, the conclusion is that having a single-channel setup means I maintain the same FPS regardless of game settings or resolution. It's surprising how much RAM can affect this problem. I've noticed many benchmarks for games similar to mine, and they consistently outperform mine by a significant margin—this issue seems unique to CSGO.
Using Ryzen Dual channel can boost performance by up to 20% compared to single channel, and adding faster dual channel RAM can further enhance it. I recommend purchasing a dual channel kit with DDR4 3200 as it appears to be optimal for the second generation Ryzen models.