Maximum clock speed when the CPU is not actively processing tasks.
Maximum clock speed when the CPU is not actively processing tasks.
Hello, your new system is consistently operating at full performance. I've adjusted settings like speed scaling, power plans, and restarted the BIOS, but it hasn't changed. Your specs include an i7-13700K, RTX 4070 Ti, 64GB RAM, NZXT Z690, Windows 11.
To lower power usage when your system is idle, adjust the BIOS settings so the C states are active. When a core isn’t working, it switches to the low-power C7 mode automatically. In this mode, the core disconnects from both voltage and clock signals, staying essentially off at 0 MHz and 0 volts. Monitoring tools often misinterpret this state, so use HWiNFO to verify proper entry into C7 during idle periods. The reported 5287 MHz figure becomes irrelevant when cores are in low-power mode. This approach has been standard for the past decade, yet many still prefer seeing higher frequencies.
A high CPU speed might seem counterintuitive for low FPS, but it can actually strain the system if the GPU isn't handling the workload efficiently. The performance core base speed is 3400 MHz, yet the GPU MHz appear very low. This mismatch could indicate a driver issue or compatibility problem. Checking with GPU-Z and reviewing driver versions might help identify the root cause. Consider updating or testing different drivers to see if performance improves.