GPU performance remains below maximum, CPU is in standby mode.
GPU performance remains below maximum, CPU is in standby mode.
Hey there, friend. I heard you had a solid setup with the Ryzen 2700, 1440p display, and that PSU. But gaming has been acting up lately. In games like God of War, you get near full GPU usage and decent FPS in tight spaces, but as you explore bigger areas, performance drops sharply—often below 70% utilization and even unplayable at lower frames. Metro Exodus is no better; the GPU stays under 50% and the game freezes at 30-35 fps. Are your specs really limiting the GPU, especially at 1440p? Let me know what you think!
Going straight into doors and reaching maximum capacity before entering a larger zone is a clear indicator. The 2700 offers decent performance but falls short compared to a 3080. Right now, games depend more on IPC than ever. It's also important to note that some titles lag significantly—World of Warcraft can drop from around 144 with VSync down to under 30 in certain sections due to engine limitations.
Baseline CPU activity appearing minimal is unusual. Consult MSI Afterburner and review CPU utilization by core.
It seems your GPU is being limited by your CPU. You’ll need at least a 5600x or higher spec for that card. (Guesswork, but probably better with a 5800x or more.) Final Fantasy (number here) online behaves this way—rises from 160 to around 60, especially in multiplayer. Honestly, I don’t play those games by choice...