The problem is extremely severe and isn't limited to games.
The problem is extremely severe and isn't limited to games.
Hello all...
So i recently upgraded from a Zotac RTX 4070 TI Super to a Gigabyte Gaming OC 5090. I also added another 32GB of 4000Mhz DDR4 ram to my system for a total of 32GB. Also installed a new Corsair rm100x psu as i only had an 850W from before.
Everything worked great at first but then i was playing some games and suddenly my games HARDCORE stuttered (like 20fps) . I looked at MSI afterburner and my GPU usage went from 97% to like 30-40%.
on HW Monitor my CPU stayed the same around 30-40% as it was when the GPU usage was 95-100%
So i exited a game...the gpu usage and cpu usage went down to lower ends like normal idle...but my desktop was also sluttering like the game. No idea why this happened so I restarted my pc and it fixed it..but it always comes back again and again.
So i did some trouble shooting steps below and nothing stopped it from coming back so far...so here i am...
What I have tried so far:
-Updating BIOS to most current
-Updated GPU drivers to most current 576.52
-Doing the fresh uninstall/install of gpu drivers in DDU safe mode and installed older driver 576.28 (heard issues with drivers newer than this one)(only removed gpu drivers, not nvidia app, etc)
-Removing the two new ram cards installed in case faulty ram and only running the two sticks i have been for over a year
None of these have worked so far.
Right now I am trying turning off XMP in my bios and running it at the rams stock speed. Idk if this will do anything. I have ran XMP on this ram for about 3 years now. But i guess we will see if XMP is causing the sluttering.
So i am here for some extra ideas..anything will help
My system:
MSI z690 A pro dd4 mobo
i7 14700KF
360mm AIO
Gigabyte Gaming OC 5090
G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series (XMP) 64GB DDR4
For better compatibility, please mention the BIOS version on your motherboard. Have you reset the CMOS after updating to the version you specified? Make sure all PSU connections to the GPU are properly connected. This update may affect performance, but it could be a solution for issues with older Intel platforms. A previous workaround involved disabling X.M.P or using dual RAM sticks if there were four used.
I changed it to 7D25v1L, which is the latest version for my ms-7d25 board. I didn’t clear the CMOS though... how do I do that? I double-checked the connections were properly seated, but there’s a wiring question. On older cards I always used the PCI-E adapter with the card into the new 12v-2x6 slot in my GPU. This one came with a straight 12v-2x6 connector from the PSU to the GPU, so I used that. I thought it was okay for just one cord, but the site said it’s included for 40/50 series cards. Regarding the RAM XMP settings... I know it will probably reduce performance on my platform, but since the new RAM was installed, I’m trying to figure out what’s causing the problem. If it doesn’t work with XMP enabled, it might be an XMP issue. This would be confusing because I ran it before and this problem occurred with the new 64GB RAM and only my 32GB RAM, which has been XMP for years.
Stuttering results from a brief shortage of an essential component. Typically the CPU. A potential cause is thermal throttling. Use HWmonitor to examine core temperatures. If your AIO cooler shows signs of aging, it may be beginning to malfunction. Consider it has reached around five years.
This is crucial. The Google AI overview explains the process for resetting CMOS on an MSI Z690 A Pro DDR4 motherboard. You'll either need to disable the JBAT1 pins or remove the CMOS battery. Disabling the JBAT1 pins is generally recommended and is often found directly on the motherboard.
Shorting the JBAT1 pins:
Begin by turning off the computer and unplugging it from power. Identify the JBAT1 header, which serves as the Clear CMOS jumper and is usually marked on the board. Connect the two pins together using a screwdriver or jumper for roughly 5 to 10 seconds. After this, restore power by reconnecting the power cord and turning on the system.
Alternatively, removing the CMOS battery:
Follow the same initial steps of power-off and unplugging. Then remove the side panel by loosening the case screws. Find the CMOS battery, typically a small coin cell near the rear I/O area. Carefully detach it after releasing the clamp. Allow it to rest for 1 to 5 minutes before reinserting it and reassembling the device. Finally, plug the power cord back in and restart the computer.
Key considerations:
Prioritize safety by disconnecting the power cord before handling any parts. Consult your motherboard manual for precise guidance on locating JBAT1. Remember that clearing CMOS resets the BIOS settings, including date/time and other configurations. This action is often used to resolve boot or BIOS-related issues.
Changing your BIOS usually restores it to standard configurations.
This might not align with your expectations.
The standard options could contain features such as "optimize for best performance," which might cause excessive overclocking and lead to heat-related performance drops.
i checked it after the initial cmos post and took out the battery—it didn’t work. Then i removed the battery again and followed the jumper instructions from my mobo manual to see if it would help.