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Experiencing low frame rates despite having a reasonably powerful computer.

Experiencing low frame rates despite having a reasonably powerful computer.

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WreckCD
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#1
Hello, it has been one year since I have experienced this issue, and I believe it is time for me to address it. I own an Aurora R7 (please do not offer criticism regarding its construction or suggest I should have built it myself; I am aware of these considerations). My PC consistently exhibits low frame rates, which is abnormal.

Here are my specifications: Intel i7 8700 3.20 GHz, 16 GB DDR4 RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5. I achieve approximately 30 frames per second at low-medium graphics settings, which I believe is not typical. My monitor is a 60 Hz display connected via HDMI to the graphics card (I believe this connection is correct; it is my first gaming PC).

Currently, while writing this with Chrome and an antivirus program running in the background, Task Manager displays the following: CPU – 5%, Memory – 35%, Disk – 4%. It is possible that a memory issue exists, or that a configuration problem is contributing to the issue, given that this is my first PC. I am using performance mode in Windows settings instead of balanced mode. My drivers are up to date. I have disabled the included graphics card from the Aurora R7 (I initially suspected this was the cause).

This situation is frustrating; I do not understand how I tolerated it for so long. I hope someone can assist me. As a final option, I considered erasing my entire PC and installing a game to test its functionality, but I would prefer to identify the problem before resorting to that solution, possibly due to a configuration issue.
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WreckCD
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #1

Hello, it has been one year since I have experienced this issue, and I believe it is time for me to address it. I own an Aurora R7 (please do not offer criticism regarding its construction or suggest I should have built it myself; I am aware of these considerations). My PC consistently exhibits low frame rates, which is abnormal.

Here are my specifications: Intel i7 8700 3.20 GHz, 16 GB DDR4 RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5. I achieve approximately 30 frames per second at low-medium graphics settings, which I believe is not typical. My monitor is a 60 Hz display connected via HDMI to the graphics card (I believe this connection is correct; it is my first gaming PC).

Currently, while writing this with Chrome and an antivirus program running in the background, Task Manager displays the following: CPU – 5%, Memory – 35%, Disk – 4%. It is possible that a memory issue exists, or that a configuration problem is contributing to the issue, given that this is my first PC. I am using performance mode in Windows settings instead of balanced mode. My drivers are up to date. I have disabled the included graphics card from the Aurora R7 (I initially suspected this was the cause).

This situation is frustrating; I do not understand how I tolerated it for so long. I hope someone can assist me. As a final option, I considered erasing my entire PC and installing a game to test its functionality, but I would prefer to identify the problem before resorting to that solution, possibly due to a configuration issue.

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BHLxNJx
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#2
What is the CPU/GPU temperature and usage while playing the game?
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BHLxNJx
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #2

What is the CPU/GPU temperature and usage while playing the game?

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Ice3Boy
Member
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#3
CPU - 38°C / 100°F
Usage - 12%
GPU - 47°C / 116°F
GPU Usage - 8%
Memory - 50%
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Ice3Boy
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #3

CPU - 38°C / 100°F
Usage - 12%
GPU - 47°C / 116°F
GPU Usage - 8%
Memory - 50%

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alexagas
Member
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#4
Is that during the game? Yes, that is not normal. What games? What resolution? Where did you get them?
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alexagas
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #4

Is that during the game? Yes, that is not normal. What games? What resolution? Where did you get them?

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Vapi
Member
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#5
The GPU requires sufficient power delivery from the motherboard’s PCIe slot.
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Vapi
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #5

The GPU requires sufficient power delivery from the motherboard’s PCIe slot.

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petiteaxelle
Member
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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#6
I tested these with Minecraft Java in full screen at 1080p x something. I used HWMONITOR to get temperatures and the Task Manager’s Performance tab. The problem is I have never had a PC before, so I do not exactly know if it is the motherboard or the GPU. Following what I have seen online, I believe the issue is with the graphics card, which is plugged into the HDMI port in the rear; three other display ports are available with it. GTX 1060
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petiteaxelle
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #6

I tested these with Minecraft Java in full screen at 1080p x something. I used HWMONITOR to get temperatures and the Task Manager’s Performance tab. The problem is I have never had a PC before, so I do not exactly know if it is the motherboard or the GPU. Following what I have seen online, I believe the issue is with the graphics card, which is plugged into the HDMI port in the rear; three other display ports are available with it. GTX 1060

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05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#7
Do you only play Minecraft?
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Irontaildragon
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #7

Do you only play Minecraft?

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YoYo7
Member
75
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM
#8
Following a PC reset approximately one month prior, I have not yet reinstalled any games. However, I could attempt to install League of Legends.
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YoYo7
05-04-2025, 08:12 PM #8

Following a PC reset approximately one month prior, I have not yet reinstalled any games. However, I could attempt to install League of Legends.