Problem with Skyrim running at 50 frames per second.
Problem with Skyrim running at 50 frames per second.
I've basically ran into an issue with Skyrim SE. The game runs fine at 85 fps in 1440p when I set my refresh rate to 85Hz. But if I exit the game and then go back into the game without restarting my PC, the game drops to 50 fps the whole time instead of the 85 fps the whole time. So what I did was set the vsync interval to 0 in the ini file and then turned vsync to ON in the Nvidia Control panel. This has been the best I've gotten Skyrim to run in because when I do this, it locks the fps to 60. My question is, why doesn't it lock my fps to 85 since that is what my refresh rate is set at? You would think it would just lock it to 85 but it doesn't. I think there's one small thing I'm not doing right. Anyone know or have this issue?
skyrim sets the lock at 60 because that’s the intended setting. The physics in the game are linked to the frame rate, so they stay at what was originally planned. When you enable it, you might see problems like objects moving unexpectedly or items flying when entering a house—especially noticeable in player homes. These issues happen because the frame rate exceeds the game’s optimal performance level. This seems to be a common problem in the standard version, though I’m not sure if it was fixed in the SE.
I believe I've located it! Check the 0:27 point. I'm planning to test it because it currently has 131 likes and just a few dislikes over the past eight months. I think setting 0.0111 in Havok is what I need—this should help achieve a stable 90 fps. Before I proceed with the Havok adjustment, I'll try adding bLockFramerate to 0 to see if it improves things. My goal is to get the game locked at 85 fps since I've adjusted my refresh rate. I'm going to message this person first; they might have better insights for my situation.
I finally understood how to stabilize the frame rate. Just adjust the vsync setting in the INI file to off and set the target at 85 frames per second in Rivatuner paired with MSI Afterburner. Also, disable vsync via the Nvidia Control panel. This should help with other titles too. Skyrim runs smoothly above 60 FPS, especially at 85, but I want to keep gsync active for smoother visuals. It's strange how Skyrim's frame rate fluctuates when I change settings, and I'm not sure what's triggering it. For now, sticking with 60 FPS and gsync seems the best balance. People often complain about physics issues at higher rates, but the small screen tearing here is really noticeable.
Using Nvidia Inspector to secure the FPS is likely the optimal method. This approach removes dependence on ENB or Rivatuner, letting you manage everything through your drivers.