Is PC running slower than expected?
Is PC running slower than expected?
Based on my research, it appears you can reset your BIOS by unplugging the device and pressing a metal object against the two pins marked "CLRTC" for ten seconds before turning the PC back on. This seems accurate to you. Regarding the boot order, your only available option in the BIOS is your operating system drive. The task manager shows your RAM running at 3200MHz, but there’s no mention of XMP settings in your BIOS. Thank you for your questions.
AMDs XMP is also referred to as expo . XMP is the terminology used by Intel. Reset using the two pins when the device is off.
This suggests the issue isn't related to insufficient CPU power. Typically lowering the resolution increases the frame rate. Are you seeing maximum CPU speed while playing?
Here are some screenshots showing my CPU activity while idle, then during gameplay where the CPU reaches maximum and minimum power usage as expected, matching the suggestions from a related discussion. The CPU also increased to 90% during overclocked mode when tested with 3DMark.
I wouldn't be concerned about your PSU power capacity being the issue.
If you're drawing roughly 450-500W from a 650W PSU, that's completely fine.
The advice to double your power usage is just a suggestion—not a rule. It’s suggested because a PSU will operate cooler and more quietly, which can extend its lifespan. Also, drawing about half of the PSU output while gaming means it’s running at its best efficiency.
As long as you have sufficient power, you shouldn’t face any problems.
But more importantly, consider another aspect of your PSU. ... You should verify how much power it can deliver across its 12V rails. For example, if you have a Corsair PSU, it should meet all its power specifications on the 12V rails that the GPU uses. The details are usually listed on the PSU’s packaging.
In short, look for a PSU that can handle a bit more than half your needs. Otherwise, you might need to upgrade it later. I own Corsair RM650x, RM750x and HX1200i models. Most of them aren’t overspecced initially.
Another thing to check is your CPU thread usage in Task Manager. Right-click on the CPU tab in Task Manager, select "Show details," and set it to display individual cores. This will help you identify if any core is reaching its maximum. If so, that could be a bottleneck.
... That’s unlikely to cause a significant drop to 23fps, especially since you played on an i5 8400 with Elden Ring. I’d investigate that first.
Also, make sure Task Manager is set to show individual cores under the CPU section on the Performance tab. Play your game and observe where the frame rate falls to around 25fps. Press Alt+Tab to switch to the game, then check your CPU core/thread usage.
It’s still puzzling—are you certain you’re using your games on a 2018 Ti graphics card instead of integrated graphics?