Fixing extremely poor frame rates in Fortnite.
Fixing extremely poor frame rates in Fortnite.
I recently assembled a computer using inexpensive parts. It includes an i5-7400 processor and 4GB of memory. I realize it’s not ideal for gaming due to the poor performance of the integrated Intel HD 630 graphics. However, numerous online users report successfully running Fortnite at 720p with frame rates between 40 and 50, and my game frequently freezes when set to its lowest configurations. Would adding a solid-state drive or more RAM enhance the speed? I plan to purchase a new graphics card eventually, but in the meantime, are there any temporary fixes I could try? Thank you.
With only 4GB of RAM, this configuration will likely present significant challenges, particularly when paired with the Intel HD 630 graphics card which utilizes system memory for its video processing – effectively reducing your available resources even further. Increasing the RAM by at least an additional 4GB would substantially improve performance.
With only 4GB of RAM, this configuration will likely present significant challenges, particularly when paired with the Intel HD 630 graphics card which utilizes system memory as video storage – resulting in an even smaller available amount. Increasing the RAM by at least another 4GB would substantially improve performance.
Adding a Solid State Drive or Random Access Memory could be beneficial.
Nonetheless, you must first conduct some preliminary research:
1) Evaluate the suggested hardware requirements for Fortnite against your computer’s existing specifications. Games frequently offer minimal, recommended, and optimal settings; aim for the recommended specs and maximize the "best" options within your budget.
2) Utilize Task Manager and Resource Monitor to analyze your system's operation. Assess performance during normal use and while gaming to pinpoint any specific limitations that can be addressed. For example, an application running in the background attempting to update, back up data, or transmit information may be causing issues; it might also be starting automatically at startup and not essential.
3) Ensure all drivers are current, particularly those for your graphics card.
Determine the fundamental cause of the poor performance and then explore the available solutions and their respective advantages and disadvantages.
Upgrading the SSD will help, but particularly for your circumstances, adding more RAM – at least 8GB – and eliminating that integrated graphics card would be beneficial. Furthermore, the performance is generally poor and it’s not well-supported in games. A GeForce GTX 1050 would perform better, and even better yet a GTX 1050 Ti or RX 570 would be preferable. Ignore what’s being said on youtupe; those results are questionable due to the manipulation of system resources and quality settings used in video creation.