poor frame rate with frequent random drops on a system that can handle it well
poor frame rate with frequent random drops on a system that can handle it well
I recently assembled a PC for the first time about a week ago. The model I chose is SPECS (https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kwfcHG). My main concern has been performance, especially with FPS and frame drops. So far, the only games I’ve played are Fortnite, which should handle 200+ FPS if everything is set up correctly. However, I’m consistently seeing around 80 frames, which drop to about 30 frames per minute multiple times a minute. I’m puzzled as to what’s causing this issue. Initially, I suspected the integrated Intel graphics might be the problem, but I confirmed that my RX 6800 is the main GPU and still didn’t see any improvement.
I also faced some Wi-Fi challenges. As a new builder, I had driver issues—specifically, the Realtek 8852 WiFi driver downloaded from Gigabyte’s site. After troubleshooting various settings and configurations, it still wasn’t resolving the problem. Once it worked, my Wi-Fi connection remained stable for about a week until recently. I’m certain this isn’t related to my router or network setup, as I’ve never experienced such issues before. Now I struggle to play games smoothly without frequent teleportation and general lag, making it nearly impossible to check network settings properly.
DUO follows with a fresh GPU driver setup. Ensure every driver is current, even the chipset version. Execute the Firestrike test using the free 3DMark demo from Steam, and share the outcome image—do not rely solely on a screenshot.
Yeah, I understand, but it seems like your system is functioning well overall. Probably a game-specific problem or a Wi-Fi issue, which you mentioned. Often people struggle to tell the difference between network delay and PC performance. Lag can definitely lead to frame rate drops, depending on the game engine. This likely comes from both your internet problems and the game's limitations. I’m not really an expert on this, but I’d recommend checking your network connection first—it’s probably the easiest fix.