The components that influence timing are the processing elements, memory speed, and communication interfaces.
The components that influence timing are the processing elements, memory speed, and communication interfaces.
Hello, I purchased a gaming PC two weeks ago: an i510400 Hikvision 16GB 3200Hz CL16 (dual channel), MSI 6600XT Hikvision SSD Biostar H510 with a cooler master gold 700W case and four fans. During testing, games such as Warzone, Elden Ring, and Battlefield 1 experienced stuttering. After further checks, I noticed high frame rates above 100 at 1080p but poor frame times ranging from 8 to 40ms—especially in Warzone. CPU usage peaked in Task Manager, yet it stayed around 70% on the MSI afterburner. Other titles like Tomb Raider and God of War didn’t have the same issues. I tried various online fixes (capping FPS at 80, lowering resolution, reinstalling Windows and GPU drivers, installing C++ packages), but none resolved the problem. I became very frustrated and eventually sold the PC for a loss of $150. When playing Warzone at a gaming lounge with an i7 8700 3060, it worked perfectly. Now I’m planning to build a new PC, keeping the same components except replacing the CPU, GPU, and RAM. I have an i5 12400K, 3060Ti and a Biostar B660 Mobo. My concern is whether the Hikvision RAM or the BIOS motherboard might have contributed to this issue and should be replaced as well. I’m using an MSI B660M-E for the Mobo and a Thermaltake M1 3200HZ CL16 for the RAM.
For this reason, I reinstalled Windows. I removed them with a tool that guarantees complete deletion. Both methods failed to work.
The Biostar H510 likely suffered from a weak VRM, causing CPU load spikes, voltage fluctuations, and possible short-term throttling. Frametime depends mainly on CPU and GPU, but RAM and storage also contribute. For smooth performance, the CPU must be powerful enough to avoid bottlenecks, the GPU should stay below 100%, and there should be no restrictions from RAM size or speed. This means a solid CPU, at least 16GB of RAM, gaming on an SSD, and a capable GPU that maintains high frame rates without being overworked.
On xtu 2.0 the processor performed normally without thermal throttling, ignored power fluctuations. There was a performance bottleneck, particularly when running the game at low settings—CPU usage in Task Manager would jump to 100% intermittently. RAM consumption stayed below 14GB, which seems fine. The system was installed on an SSD.
The issue isn't the thermals themselves. Instead, the motherboard's limited power supply may influence clock speeds.
The clock speeds on MSI Afterburner remained steady at 4000Hz.
They chose the incorrect titles. (actually not) These titles are recognized for problems such as stuttering and similar issues; just perform a brief search on their performance concerns and you'll notice.
VRMs manage the electricity reaching the CPU, ensuring consistent and clean power supply. They generate heat and may become overheated. You can check their temperatures using HWinfo64 in sensors-only mode within the motherboard area.
Afterburner seems inconsistent with Task Manager's readings, while Task Manager isn't known for being highly precise. The exposed VRM on the motherboard and elevated CPU load suggest a possible mismatch in clock speed. HWInfo64 could help confirm CPU timing and activity.