GTX 1070 with heavy bottleneck performance on i7-6700HQ.
GTX 1070 with heavy bottleneck performance on i7-6700HQ.
I own an ASUS laptop, the ROG G752VS, which is still decent though it’s quite old. It works fine for most games, but modern titles like Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty and The Last of Us Part I feel like they hit a performance wall. Essentially, the GPU usage sits near 20% while the CPU is around 60%. Is there anything that could help improve this? Or am I in over my head? I’m not up for splurging on a new gaming machine right now.
Boost the adjustments and output for smoother performance. If the desired frames appear, keep it as is.
First step is to upgrade from the slow 2400 RAM to 3200/3600. Intel processors handle higher memory better and are less sensitive than AMD ones. Aim for the lowest possible CAS value that matches your chosen speed. The other details you mentioned are fine. Then assess whether your games are more CPU or GPU intensive. Internet-based MMOs will be very affected by CPU performance and internet speed. If your connection drops below 1 MB/s, frames will stutter. Check your monitor settings—ideally 1920x1080 at 60Hz; anything under 38 fps will be obvious. Adjust game settings to low initially, gradually increasing if needed. High temperatures cause components to throttle, making the game appear to pause or slow down. Laptops aren’t ideal for serious gaming unless you’re willing to disassemble and build a custom rig. No matter what, they tend to overheat, so manufacturers often limit performance to preserve parts. Built-in cooling controls will also reduce speed when temperatures rise.