Experiencing fluctuating frame rates with a 5600XT graphics card, alongside benchmark results.
Experiencing fluctuating frame rates with a 5600XT graphics card, alongside benchmark results.
Greetings.
System specifications:
AMD Radeon 5600 XT Red Devil
Intel Core i5-8440 @ 2.8 GHz
16 GB HyperX Dual Channel DDR3-2666MHz
ASRock B360M Pro4
WPM Gold 550W Power Supply Unit
Toshiba 1TB HDD D10TB
I’m seeking feedback regarding potential causes for this performance issue: (
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TAp_BQ5...sp=sharing
). The system was limited by RivaTuner at 135 fps. I’ve ensured all graphics settings are set to the lowest possible configurations for optimal frame rates and reduced input lag, including updating drivers, BIOS, and VBIOs. Performance in Apex Legends mirrors the instability observed in games such as Fortnite and Warzone, exhibiting sudden drops of -20 to -30 fps at unpredictable intervals. Could you offer any insights into possible resolutions?
Consider exchanging the current power supply, and that could resolve your problems. I suggest the Be Quiet System Power 9 – a 400-watt model that’s certainly ample for your setup and represents a dependable, high-quality choice capable of providing its rated power.
Everything appears perfectly satisfactory. There were alterations in the frames per second depending on your location, and this fluctuation is entirely normal. I personally wouldn't endorse a Sharkoon power supply unit, nor would I recommend the Bequiet System Power 9 at 400 watts. A solid 550-watt unit is truly required, and a substandard 400-watt model simply won't suffice.
The device’s power consumption will likely reach approximately 300 watts at its peak. A system's wattage and its effectiveness score are not reliable indicators of quality; a robust design, such as the System Power 9, consistently provides its rated power while maintaining minimal voltage fluctuations and ensuring all protective mechanisms operate without issue.
I concur that power output and performance metrics such as wattage are insufficient indicators of a suitable power supply unit. That statement is not what I intended to convey. I personally harbor reservations regarding Sharkoon power supplies, a sentiment I expressed clearly. My assertion is that one should not rely on them. AMD suggests a minimum of 550 watts for configurations incorporating an RX 5600 XT. I firmly believe a lower wattage would be unwise. Furthermore, the Be Quiet! System Power L9 series represents their introductory tier of products – it’s characterized by rudimentary regulation and overall cost-cutting construction. A review concerning the 600-watt variant of the System Power L9 can be found at this link: The assessment indicates substantial problems with voltage stability and ripple, compounded by the use of inexpensive capacitors. That is regrettable.
I must express my concern regarding your assertion; I believe you are mistaken on this point.
Referencing the linked discussion, it appears that lower-rated power supplies are consistently ranked below the most deficient models.
The particular unit I brought up offers exceptional value for its price.
Distinguishing between the 600-watt and 400-watt configurations is crucial, please avoid conflating them.
In truth, based on the established tier list assessment, this PSU’s performance mirrors that of the Be Quiet! S9 already.
Consequently, my initial judgment regarding your unit was inaccurate—as I suspect yours was as well.
Presenting a questionable ranking system won’t bolster your reputation significantly. While conceivable, it seems illogical to develop a series’ 600-watt model into something inferior to its 400-watt counterpart – a pattern is typically reversed. Consider, for instance, the CV650’s superiority over the CV550 regarding DC-DC conversion. Regardless, a 400-watt power supply system could conceivably be the most outstanding PSU ever created, and I still wouldn’t suggest it. It lacks 150 watts compared to the amount recommended by the graphics card manufacturer, who possess superior knowledge due to their design work and testing procedures.
The rationale behind suggesting higher wattage power supplies isn’t truly because a system demands it; rather, it's primarily to provide a buffer against the potential issue of utilizing a substandard unit. It’s akin to advocating for a 700-watt power supply when an individual chose a SuperFlower Leadex III 650W for their 5700-XT – a decision that’s largely unnecessary given that the Ryzen system typically only draws around 350 watts during operation.