Performance slows during web browsing and YouTube, yet remains stable while gaming?

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Performance slows during web browsing and YouTube, yet remains stable while gaming?

Performance slows during web browsing and YouTube, yet remains stable while gaming?

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sunemoonsong
Senior Member

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06-26-2023, 12:05 PM

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I'm really puzzled but it seems like every time I check the web or watch videos on YouTube, my computer slows down. It's a brand new Windows install, and I haven't noticed any overheating issues. I've even reapplied thermal paste to make sure everything is working properly. What could be causing this problem?

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sunemoonsong

06-26-2023, 12:05 PM #1

I'm really puzzled but it seems like every time I check the web or watch videos on YouTube, my computer slows down. It's a brand new Windows install, and I haven't noticed any overheating issues. I've even reapplied thermal paste to make sure everything is working properly. What could be causing this problem?

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FelicieGirl
Member

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06-26-2023, 06:14 PM

#2

This modern machine is built for efficiency. When the clock speed isn’t essential, maintaining maximum performance wastes energy and heat capacity. My Ryzen 7 5800X is currently showing around 600MHz while streaming YouTube and using remote desktop, since it doesn’t require higher speeds.

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FelicieGirl

06-26-2023, 06:14 PM #2

This modern machine is built for efficiency. When the clock speed isn’t essential, maintaining maximum performance wastes energy and heat capacity. My Ryzen 7 5800X is currently showing around 600MHz while streaming YouTube and using remote desktop, since it doesn’t require higher speeds.

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Ifrit_6mc8
Junior Member

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07-04-2023, 05:56 AM

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Is the slowness real or just a drop in speed shown by Task Manager? That’s typical—systems reduce clock speeds when not under heavy load to conserve power. This follows the CPU’s frequency scaling rules.

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Ifrit_6mc8

07-04-2023, 05:56 AM #3

Is the slowness real or just a drop in speed shown by Task Manager? That’s typical—systems reduce clock speeds when not under heavy load to conserve power. This follows the CPU’s frequency scaling rules.

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KingSloth
Member

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07-04-2023, 10:22 AM

#4

It could mean either the timekeeping is lagging or the entire setup is becoming unstable and erratic.

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KingSloth

07-04-2023, 10:22 AM #4

It could mean either the timekeeping is lagging or the entire setup is becoming unstable and erratic.

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SonyVegas_
Member

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07-17-2023, 10:17 PM

#5

Okay thanks i was panicking thinking i broke something or another lol thanks

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SonyVegas_

07-17-2023, 10:17 PM #5

Okay thanks i was panicking thinking i broke something or another lol thanks

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By_Phoenix
Junior Member

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08-01-2023, 01:11 PM

#6

Occasionally it occurs, though not frequently. It’s mainly about slowing down and there was a few BSODs.

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By_Phoenix

08-01-2023, 01:11 PM #6

Occasionally it occurs, though not frequently. It’s mainly about slowing down and there was a few BSODs.