Game FPS limits refer to maximum frame rates imposed by developers or platforms.
Game FPS limits refer to maximum frame rates imposed by developers or platforms.
When launching a game, the frame rate fluctuates unpredictably. In Fallout 4 it’s around 82, Paladins hits 175, and 7 days to die is 22. Sometimes it runs freely without limits. Checking Task Manager shows minimal CPU, RAM, and GPU usage. I’m sure it’s not a power plan since I’m not using a laptop, and it isn’t related to VSync or in-game fps caps. My suspicion is an app on my PC causing the issue. With 159 apps installed, it’s hard to pinpoint which one is interfering. The odd part is that after closing the game, GPU usage spikes to nearly 100%. Anyone know what’s behind this? My hardware specs are: graphics card 1080 Ti, CPU Ryzen 2700X, 32GB DDR4 at 3000MHz, SSD Samsung 960 EVO 500GB.
It could be related to an in-game configuration. Also, verify that your laptop's power plan is configured for high performance to enjoy optimal gaming!
I mentioned I wasn't using a laptop and it wasn't an in-game setting, and I'm certain about that. Are there any other possibilities you're considering?
windows consistently maintained a power plan even on desktop mode... this isn't the main issue (in my experience it was... as the CPU throttled down to 0.8ghz during the game instead of 3.9ghz... intel). If you suspect an app is involved, examine any program that creates an overlay (msi afterburner, nvidea shadowplay, nvidea settings, etc.). Also consider apps that capture screens (OB, Fraps, Discord...), which are also referred to as overlays. For titles like Fallout and Paladins, each game renders frames differently depending on various factors, but as long as it stays above your refresh rate, it works. My best case was with Vampyr—it remained stable at 45 frames before dropping to 15. Try disabling certain BIOS settings (like power save functions) and enabling high power mode; it then returned to 45 frames. You might want to check your BIOS for power save options (S3 state, S5 state, Turbo boost, HyperThread, Auto Undervolting, etc.). It’s unclear if AMD supports those settings either, as my previous machine was a Phantom II Black (AM3 socket or so) that I received from a friend. Greets From PowerChaos
PowerChaos, your support means a lot. I’ll look into the BIOS and check the power settings—have already tried Windows but will verify if Nvidia or my BIOS supports it. I’ll also remove MSI Afterburner, OBS, and Discord to see if that resolves the issue. I was able to get a 7-day trial period, but it’s limited just like in Fallout 4.