FPS decreases to 14-18 frames per second repeatedly after short periods, with minimal CPU load and full GPU utilization.
FPS decreases to 14-18 frames per second repeatedly after short periods, with minimal CPU load and full GPU utilization.
Hi there, I'm experiencing a significant drop in FPS after just a few minutes. It only returns to normal performance (45-55 FPS) after restarting the game. Once it stabilizes, it crashes to exactly 18 FPS and then further to 14 FPS on both Cyberpunk 2077 and Grand Theft Auto V. I've used DDU for a clean install of the display driver. My GPU temperatures were around 71°C and 66°C for each game. CPU specs are listed, but I'm not sure about the processor details. The problem seems to appear early. I've attached screenshots of the FPS drop and settings. Any advice would be really helpful.
Specs:
- Laptop: Alienware M15 R3
- Display: 3840 x 2160, 60 Hz
- CPU: Intel Core i7-10750H
- RAM: 16GB, 2667 MHz
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070
Your GPU isn't powerful enough to handle Cyberpunk in 4K resolution based on the limited details provided.
You're experiencing inconsistent frame rates in GTA V and Cyberpunk despite using clean installs. The issue appears to be related to recent GeForce driver updates that may have caused performance drops. You've tried reinstalling drivers with DDU and switching between versions, but the problem persists. When you restart the game, FPS briefly returns to normal before dropping again. It seems the cause might lie in the drivers rather than other factors.
Run the 3DMark Firestrike test and check out the free demo on Steam. Share the link with your findings.
Your CPU appears to be struggling with overheating, possibly throttling under load. Take out the dust from your laptop vents for better cooling.