Reduced frame rate when using limited GPU resources
Reduced frame rate when using limited GPU resources
Hello everyone, to be honest, this probably isnt a “unique” problem, but ive been experiencing a running problem that has me completely stumped. I recently built a new system a healthy mix of used and new parts, (5800x, 3090, 32gb ram) and absolutely none of the games I am playing are a pleasant experience. My most played games are Rainbow six siege, madden 23 and fortnite. All three of these games run at max settings around 150 fps at 1080p. This does not make sense to me because task manager reports cpu usage at only 50% and gpu at around 40%. Why do these games not run better or at higher frame rates? (My monitor is 280hz). Additionally, i am experiencing frequent stutters and flickering mostly in Fortnite, but still apparent in the others. When I first built the system, all of the games i would launch would crash within minutes and report errors that usually associate with ram failures. The crashing has since stopped, but the flickering and stuttering continue. Is it possible that these are related and could be a ram issue altogether? And if it is, what troubleshooting steps should be taken to confirm this? Thank you all, cheers!
There are obvious issues here. You need at least 250+ frames per second in Fortnite. After using old components, have you reinstalled all drivers and Windows? Did you reset the CMOS? What type of storage drive do you have? RAM won’t really hinder performance unless it’s completely full, which isn’t the case with a 32GB drive.
Here are some screenshots showing HWInfo temperatures. You can view them to see the readings in context.
Additional information required. Complete system specifications needed for a detailed overview.
The 3090 isn't suited for 1080p workloads without performance issues. A 5800X handles lighter tasks well, but won't be a major bottleneck for 4K. A 50% CPU usage will cause it to downclock, which leads to stutters. Better options include a 4K display at 120Hz or upgrading to a CPU that matches the 3090's capabilities. A 5800X3D or an Intel Alder/Raptor Lake setup with a fast DDR4 board would also work.
Here are some notes on the approach:
- Use software such as Razer Cortex to enhance system performance by managing background processes and cleaning the PC.
- Open Nvidia GeForce Center, navigate to the games section, and apply optimization settings to ensure proper game configurations.
- Install tools like Furmark and HWmonitor, run diagnostics while monitoring temperatures to detect any throttling caused by heat.
- Try these steps and share your findings.
Thanks for the updates. Here’s a clearer summary:
1. You have 2,980 Pro 1TB NVMe drives installed, which seems unlikely to be the issue.
2. Temperatures are normal (max CPU 65°C, GPU ~60°C under load).
But the situation has deteriorated significantly. The system now freezes during boot, showing different errors when trying to open apps. It works fine once logged in, but launching anything causes a blue screen with specific error codes.
Research suggests these errors likely indicate file or driver corruption, though the general "System service exception" is too vague for precise troubleshooting. You’re currently stuck without a clear solution.