Minimal CPU and GPU demand during games. Performance scores reach full accuracy.
Minimal CPU and GPU demand during games. Performance scores reach full accuracy.
Hello everyone, I'm trying to figure this out. While gaming, my CPU and GPU usage stays around 50-60%. My system includes an MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Super Gaming X Slim, an Intel Core i7-11700k, 32 GB RAM, a Corsair 2666 Mhz SSD, a Samsung 980 M.2 (240 Hz), and a Samsung 49" Odyssey G93SC OLED. I've noticed some performance patterns across different games. In GTA V Online, even at full resolution, I see under 60 FPS despite lower usage. When I switch to city mode, usage drops to 50-60% but FPS improves. Running Picture by Picture makes the monitor split and the issue persists. I've adjusted settings, tried DX11, and pushed all limits without fixing it. Outside the city, GPU usage spikes to 90-100% with higher FPS. Looking at the ground gives 70-100% usage too, but more FPS. Star Citizen showed similar patterns—sometimes dropping to 50-60% while usage stays high. Benchmarks from 3Dmark always hit 100%. My games like GTA seem to expect more than 50% usage. Clock speeds are normal, temperatures are okay. It's puzzling. What could be causing this inconsistency?
Examine each CPU core separately instead of total usage. The rest of your explanation leads me to think you're constrained by CPU power. Leaving the city reduces NPCs, which should ease the load. RAM speed of 2666 MT/s could also be a bottleneck. I recommend testing Intel's PresentMon to identify the actual limiting factor.
FadedCowboy
11-07-2024, 05:21 AM #3This indicates your GPU operates at full capacity, so your card isn’t throttled or limited by power. Analyzing the scene helps reduce rendering load and improves nearby objects. When your GPU isn’t at its maximum, you gain more tasks to handle, boosting performance and frame rates. Possible constraints include the CPU, SSD, RAM, PCIe speed, and others. Use Task Manager to monitor resource usage during gameplay to identify bottlenecks. If your GPU isn’t running at 100%, you can raise graphics settings for better performance. Good luck!
_NinjaSam_
11-07-2024, 10:58 AM #4Running 2x 2K at 11700K with limited RAM feels too good to be true. It might mean your CPU is the bottleneck, especially if GPU usage stays low. GTAV’s engine is known for being quirky, so performance could vary unexpectedly.
CatsGoMeow123
11-14-2024, 02:07 AM #5Using DDR4-2666 with an 11700K isn't the best pairing. Intel processors aren't as much affected by RAM speed compared to Ryzen models, but they still gain from quicker memory. The optimal range for this generation was around DDR4-3200 to DDR4-3600. You didn’t mention timing details, but if your sticks run at JEDEC speeds—DDR4-2666 CL20—they likely have limited capacity. Compared to DDR4-3600 CL18, which was a solid mid-tier option for Rocket Lake, Rocket Lake probably offered better memory controllers. Some users even ran their 11900K with DDR4-5000, offering nearly double the bandwidth. I don’t recommend overspending on RAM unless you have a B560 or Z-series board; you might be able to improve performance by adjusting frequencies or timings without breaking the bank.
thehappy84
11-18-2024, 02:53 AM #7Hey! I checked my RAM speed and recall setting it to 2666 in 2021. Now I see my current setup is Corsair 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 3600MHz CL18, which is compatible with a motherboard that supports up to 5133 MHz with overclocking. That means I’ve actually reduced my PC’s performance by three years. I’ll fix it right away and share the updated results. Thanks!
Update for YoungBlade: I attempted to adjust the frequency but couldn't get the computer to boot. Reset CMOS and tried setting it to normal speed, yet it still doesn’t start—everything appears active but no POST occurs. I discovered XMP needs to be enabled, but clearing CMOS didn’t help this time. Taking out the battery for 8 hours and shorting the pins also failed to resolve the issue. The monitor lights up and fans spin, but everything goes into low power mode when turned on. I changed GPUs without any change in behavior. Swapping RAM sticks or the motherboard port didn’t make a difference. Only one RAM stick was present, and no variation was seen. When I shorted the pins repeatedly, nothing changed. Any advice would be appreciated.
If shorting the pins isn’t effective, unplug the computer, press the power button several times, and take out the CMOS battery for a short time. This ensures the BIOS settings are completely erased. Keep in mind memory training must occur during the first boot, so allow the system to start before assuming it won’t POST. Also, check if a debug LED is showing why it can’t boot.
I haven’t attempted the power button yet, I’ll give it another shot later! No debug LED appears on my motherboard — it’s an ASUS Z590-P. Update noted! @YoungBlade it looks like something else is going on... I’m planning to take it to a service center. I don’t have the necessary parts to test everything. Black screen after every attempt