Games run smoothly but voice lines are skipped...
Games run smoothly but voice lines are skipped...
I wasn't certain where to share this, since I'm not sure what exactly caused the problem.
Occasionally, when playing games, voice lines from characters are completely skipped, and this occurs in various titles using different engines. Some games function perfectly, while others behave unpredictably.
The issue appears randomly—sometimes I get a few skips in a row, other times I can play for hours without any interruptions.
Despite good performance and stable FPS, I've ensured my drivers are up to date.
Has anyone else encountered something similar? Any suggestions could be useful.
To clarify, I'm using Windows 10 with a NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1650 and playing on an external SSD.
I've also tested benchmark tools for the card, which confirmed it's working fine, and the SSD is performing adequately too.
Thanks!
why are you opting for external drives as a storage solution?
could this setup prevent fitting 2.5" drives inside the motherboard tray?
it’s unclear, but any connection to the power supply unit is a concern.
some components fail shortly after powering on, especially under light loads, or after a year with heavy use.
it’s hard to say if this affects RAM performance or lifespan.
there might be irregular current flow into the DIMM slots, though it’s not certain whether this is from the motherboard or elsewhere.
What the motherboard, RAM, and PSU are. Which games you're playing and where you obtained them.
I am using:
- Intel Core i5-9400F CPU at 2.90GHz, 2904 MHz, 6 cores (noted that I also checked for issues and everything seems to be running well)
- 16GB of RAM
- PSU status uncertain, but the system was built by Acer so it should have enough power supply
- All games are legally bought and played via Steam, always updated to the latest version.
via which interface?
it's possible your dock or enclosure isn't able to supply all data quickly enough.
what benchmark tests have you conducted and how do your results compare to the manufacturer's specifications for the drive?
was the testing done while the drive was connected through SATA III, USB, or another interface?
this isn't always accurate.
many ready-made systems come with the most basic power supply option, which can sometimes cause stability problems.
The external SSD connects via USB to SATA, and I questioned whether it might be limiting performance or causing problems. Some games run smoothly while others cause issues, which seems inconsistent. I used Deflagger (with Windows 10) and CrystalDiskInfo to check, and verified the specs for the prebuilt Acer Nitro 50 with a 500 W PSU.
depends on the specific data being loaded or read.
engines function variably and certain games may not be properly coded.
how does this work exactly?
USB to eSATA adapter or converter?
or a USB to SATA III adapter/converter cable is connected externally to a motherboard's dedicated SATA III port?
and what USB connection type does the external device offer on its own; such as USB 2.0, 3.0, 3.2, Type-C?
there are many "500w" power supplies on the market.
you should definitely reach out to Acer to get the exact details.
i think it's probably just low-quality generic products.
Your theory suggests I only need a new PSU, but it's the audio that's being impacted specifically.
Just noticed this old discussion that matches my issue: new SSD causing stuttering in games? I recently purchased a second 480 gb SSD to complement my first 240 gb SSD because I was running out of space and wanted more games open at once. Before this, I had never experienced this stuttering in any game. The last game I played before buying the second SSD was... forums. It really makes sense that games are stuttering since it’s trying to access both my main HD and my external SSD simultaneously. Their fix was to use the SSD as the game storage... but my SSD is external. 🙁 Anyone have suggestions for other solutions?