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Issue with unusually slow input/output performance on X570 platform

Issue with unusually slow input/output performance on X570 platform

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StreetHobo
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06-02-2020, 02:55 AM
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Background: this is an old system that I'm refreshing for my own use. It was a workstation previously and I found it had 4 bad sticks of RAM, which I've replaced, solving the memory errors and BSODs that went along with them. However, I'm still unable to get it to feel quick again, and despite changing SSDs I'm hitting a ceiling with performance and I don't understand why! At this point, since I replaced the RAM and SSD, I feel the problem must be CPU or Motherboard...but how? And what can I do to confirm or fix it? I need your help!
System:
OS: Windows 10 Pro
CPU: Ryzen 5 5600X (3700 MHz)
Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus (Wi-Fi)
(new) RAM: 2×32GB G.Skill Trident ZRoyal 3600 MHz
GPU: RTX 3090 (Gen 4 x16)
(new) SSD: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 4 TB (same issue with WD SN850X)
Symptoms
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Low SSD read/write speed
, especially for random access. ~1500-2500 sequential, ~12 MB/s random (see )
Slow response in real-world tasks, consistent with the above
High (~20-30%) idle CPU demand? No obvious culprits I can get rid of
What I've tried:
Latest chipset drivers, BIOS, firmware, etc. Could not install Samsung NVME driver, but have latest from Microsoft.
New RAM and SSDs. Have experienced performance issues on 3 different SSDs now.
Removed SATA drive
Full power settings, no obvious performance limiters in BIOS or OS settings
Thank you!
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StreetHobo
06-02-2020, 02:55 AM #1

Background: this is an old system that I'm refreshing for my own use. It was a workstation previously and I found it had 4 bad sticks of RAM, which I've replaced, solving the memory errors and BSODs that went along with them. However, I'm still unable to get it to feel quick again, and despite changing SSDs I'm hitting a ceiling with performance and I don't understand why! At this point, since I replaced the RAM and SSD, I feel the problem must be CPU or Motherboard...but how? And what can I do to confirm or fix it? I need your help!
System:
OS: Windows 10 Pro
CPU: Ryzen 5 5600X (3700 MHz)
Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming X570-Plus (Wi-Fi)
(new) RAM: 2×32GB G.Skill Trident ZRoyal 3600 MHz
GPU: RTX 3090 (Gen 4 x16)
(new) SSD: Samsung 990 EVO Plus 4 TB (same issue with WD SN850X)
Symptoms
See
benchmarks
Low SSD read/write speed
, especially for random access. ~1500-2500 sequential, ~12 MB/s random (see )
Slow response in real-world tasks, consistent with the above
High (~20-30%) idle CPU demand? No obvious culprits I can get rid of
What I've tried:
Latest chipset drivers, BIOS, firmware, etc. Could not install Samsung NVME driver, but have latest from Microsoft.
New RAM and SSDs. Have experienced performance issues on 3 different SSDs now.
Removed SATA drive
Full power settings, no obvious performance limiters in BIOS or OS settings
Thank you!

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firemilyy
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06-02-2020, 04:44 AM
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The PSU make and model (or part number) is listed. The age of the PSU is provided, along with information about whether it was purchased new or used/refurbished. To identify which programs consume the most system resources, download and execute Process Explorer, available at the specified link. A guide on interpreting the results can be found here: https://www.pcworld.com/article/406...ee...ative.html. Process Explorer displays all running tasks and clearly highlights resource-heavy processes. Note that this SSD is DRAM-less, which may affect performance under continuous read/write operations. Review the details at: Consider what factors were preventing the issue and whether Samsung Magician was installed with the latest firmware. The drive is located in MoBo’s two M.2 slots—upper (Gen4) and lower (Gen3). Clarify which slot contains the drive. The solution often involves replacing the component. If a new CPU resolves the problem, it likely relates to the previous one; similarly, a fresh OS installation with a clean boot may resolve software-related issues. Running CrystalDiskMark in Safe Mode can help determine if the drive remains slow.
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firemilyy
06-02-2020, 04:44 AM #2

The PSU make and model (or part number) is listed. The age of the PSU is provided, along with information about whether it was purchased new or used/refurbished. To identify which programs consume the most system resources, download and execute Process Explorer, available at the specified link. A guide on interpreting the results can be found here: https://www.pcworld.com/article/406...ee...ative.html. Process Explorer displays all running tasks and clearly highlights resource-heavy processes. Note that this SSD is DRAM-less, which may affect performance under continuous read/write operations. Review the details at: Consider what factors were preventing the issue and whether Samsung Magician was installed with the latest firmware. The drive is located in MoBo’s two M.2 slots—upper (Gen4) and lower (Gen3). Clarify which slot contains the drive. The solution often involves replacing the component. If a new CPU resolves the problem, it likely relates to the previous one; similarly, a fresh OS installation with a clean boot may resolve software-related issues. Running CrystalDiskMark in Safe Mode can help determine if the drive remains slow.

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