System performance is at maximum load, with CPU utilization at full capacity and GPU usage minimal at just 5%.
System performance is at maximum load, with CPU utilization at full capacity and GPU usage minimal at just 5%.
Everyone is focusing on the CPU because it’s all about performance in competitive games. The OP mentioned an i7 2600 can handle LoL well, even if it’s ten years old. If other titles run smoothly, the problem likely lies with LoL itself—have you tried reinstalling the game? Check the Windows Event Viewer for repeated errors during matches. It might be that the game’s anti-cheat system, like Vanguard, is interfering.
From my own observations, I created a budget-friendly setup using a 3770 and a GTX 1050 last winter. The card frequently ran below 50% utilization because of a significant CPU bottleneck. A 5% usage rate might seem modest, but the workload was quite intense for its capabilities.