Gameplay freezing
Gameplay freezing
The title accurately describes the situation. I’m unable to resolve this issue; despite returning to previous drivers that previously functioned without problems, steps including utilizing AMD's cleanup tool and reinstalling drivers (after using Display Driver Uninstaller – DDU), have all failed (still experiencing stutters). Furthermore, even the driver version that was initially working correctly is now malfunctioning—suggesting a potential driver-related problem. I’ve exhausted my efforts and this represents my final attempt to rectify it.
RX580 (19.1.2 → 19.2.1 → 19.2.2 → 19.1.1 → 19.1.2 – all stutters; I’m pausing for now due to fatigue). I might attempt DDU again...
Previously, I experienced disruptive pauses during gameplay which resolved after I optimized my system registry and performed a disk defragmentation. While I cannot guarantee this solution will address your problem, it may be worth investigating as a potential option should other remedies prove unsuccessful.
Implement MSI Afterburner alongside Riveratune, subsequently activating the in-game overlay to display CPU and GPU utilization metrics. Pay attention to how CPU/GPU usage fluctuates during periods of game stutters. Simultaneously monitor your CPU and GPU temperatures; when they approach their thermal threshold, the core clock will be reduced to prevent overheating, which can also trigger stuttering.
According to my recollection, whenever the processor reaches 65 degrees Celsius, there’s a noticeable stuttering effect that results in fluctuating frames per second. I’ve lately experienced this stuttering, and it appears a recent Windows update has negatively impacted my computer’s performance.
It appears the graphics card may not be the issue—that’s a significant positive given I'll retain the RX580 in my recently assembled system. I will investigate RiverTune and provide an update here upon completion.
If I were to manually reduce the base clock speed, this RX580 is initially set for an automatic overclock.
Raising the GPU’s clock rate will cause higher temperatures because of elevated power levels. Attempt to lessen the voltages and record the temperature readings. You should observe cooler operating temperatures if you decrease the GPU’s speed back to its standard setting or further reduce the speed. When manually lowering the core frequency, make sure it remains within acceptable limits.