Every game experiences a slight issue, no solution found yet
Every game experiences a slight issue, no solution found yet
I've been experiencing stutters in every game on my PC for roughly six months. I've attempted all possible solutions, yet nothing appears to resolve the issue.
The problem began suddenly, despite no recent changes to my system—only updates like Windows and GPU drivers were installed. Visual performance remains normal; audio functions correctly. Stutters also appear when navigating apps such as Spotify and Steam. Playing competitive titles is particularly annoying because the interruptions can affect my aim.
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated, and please let me know if you need further details.
Examples:
Escape from Tarkov
Snowrunner
ASTRONEER
What I've tried:
- Fresh Windows installation twice
- Replaced all hardware components
- Used a temporary build with spare parts
- Switched power outlet
- Disabled DOCP and turned it on/off
- Changed RAM slots one at a time with three different kits
- Removed front USB port
- Enabled/Disabled G SYNC
- Adjusted Nvidia control panel settings
- Ran with one monitor connected (both monitors)
- Used fTPM on and off
- Activated game mode and hardware acceleration in Windows settings
- Cleared CMOS
- Disconnected keyboard, mouse, and headset
- Tested with different mouse, keyboard, and headset
- Turned off Nvidia & Steam overlays
- Deleted Razer Synapse
- Removed GPU drivers via DDU and reinstalled the latest, also tried older versions
- Changed OS to two different drives
What helped:
- Disabled ASUS LightningService (previously very disruptive)
- Deleted Armouty Crate
- Current build:
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 3.4 GHz 8-Core
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II ATX AM4
Memory: Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 CL18
Storage: Samsung 980 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME SSD (OS drive), Samsung 970 Evo 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME SSD
Video Card: Asus ROG STRIX GAMING OC GeForce RTX 3070 Ti 8 GB
Power Supply: Corsair RM750 (2019) 750 W, 80+ Gold Certified, fully modular ATX
OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home
*Temporary build:*
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.6 GHz 8-Core
Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX B550-E GAMING ATX AM4
Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16
Storage: Seagate Barracuda Compute 500 GB 2.5" SSD
Video Card: Asus ROG STRIX GeForce GTX 1070 Ti 8 GB
Power Supply: Fractal Design Integra M 750 W, 80+ Bronze Certified, semi-modular ATX
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home
Stutter sources or causes can be identified using Task Manager, Resource Manager, and Process Explorer. Employ all three tools but use only one at a time. Activate the window and keep it open while you browse, work, play games, etc., as usual. Observe any changes when stutters begin and cease. This process may require some time and effort; persistence is key.
I observed that sometimes during stutters, I experienced hard page faults in the memory tab in resource monitor, though not consistently.
My current PSU is under 3 years old and remains under warranty, although I’m pretty certain it’s not the cause since it also worked with another PSU.
I’ve cleaned my PC several times and inspected every connection and component for damage, yet everything appeared fine.
Regarding the videos, do you see any unusual patterns in the statistics? I’m uncertain about what to watch for and would appreciate your guidance.
Page faults are occurring.
Storage devices specifications recorded...
How occupied are the disks?
Is Windows handling virtual memory?
For clarity and full transparency, I seldom view shared videos. Circumstances differ.
Search for related events matching the timing of hard page faults.
Additional occurrences can be located in Reliability History/Monitor and Event Viewer.
What could have shifted since six months ago when everything seemed fine?
Stuttering occurs due to a brief shortage of a required resource.
Typically the CPU is involved.
How could this occur?
1) Insufficient RAM leading to frequent page faults.
Check the task manager or memory usage tabs for details.
With 32GB, any significant drop below zero requires action.
2) Interference from higher-priority applications or tasks.
Review the apps running during gaming sessions and pause what you can.
3) X3D problems. The processor’s large cache enhances game performance but can hinder other applications.
Attempt to halt all competing processes.