Overloaded processor, stuttering in games i-7, 1080p, 32GB RAM
Overloaded processor, stuttering in games i-7, 1080p, 32GB RAM
I'm facing serious issues with frame rate drops and high CPU consumption. My setup should handle any game smoothly, but my FPS counter shows most titles run at 70+ FPS, with some hitting 200+ even after lowering graphics settings. Temperatures stay under 45°C, and I haven't noticed overheating. I've reset Windows, added a case fan, and kept the system dust-free. The CPU is an Intel i-7 8700 at 3.20GHz, paired with Corsair Vengeance RAM, an Inno 3D GTX 1080Ti GPU, and a Thermaltake 850W power supply. I've also noticed Chrome usage spikes to 75-90% even on simple games. I'm unsure what's causing the problem and have already tried troubleshooting steps. Please let me know if you can assist further.
Indeed, many of them perform poorly in games like CS:GO, Apex Legends, and Modern Warfare.
Have you verified the temperatures on your CPU? Maybe swapping out and reattaching the cooler could help. Also, if you're using XMP, consider turning it off at first. Then test a lower RAM speed or looser timings than what XMP recommends. Technically, the CPU only handles up to 2666MHz, so using XMP might indicate a weak memory controller. You should also reinstall your games, ensure drivers are current, and so on.
You're seeing 60+ frames per second yet it feels like only 30 fps. Your monitor's refresh rate and input lag might be the issue. Checked the timing settings—high FPS is great, but poor timing can ruin the experience. I also noticed mouse settings and DPI adjustments could affect performance.
The XMP setting had been turned off, switched to profile 1, which improved performance a bit while frame skips remained in games. The CPU cooler fans increased speed and became louder, but FPS stayed stable during those frames. Overall, it ran smoothly except for occasional frame skips.