This new Lenovo Legion 5 laptop runs very slow and often stops unexpectedly.
This new Lenovo Legion 5 laptop runs very slow and often stops unexpectedly.
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My configuration:
- Laptop: Legion 5-15IMH05H
- Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
- Processor: Intel Core i5 10300H (4 cores, 8 threads, 2.5 GHz turbo, 4.5 GHz max)
- Storage: NVMe M.2 256 GB SSD (primary) + 1 TB HDD
- Power Supply: 230 watt
- Graphics: RTX 2060 (115W)
- RAM: Dual slots, 16 GB DDR3L 2933 sodium
- Display: 1080p IPS, 144 Hz refresh rate (not G-SYNC)
- Performance: Set power plan to high and ultimate performance
I performed several adjustments over two weeks—reinstalled BIOS, updated drivers, freshened Windows (switched from Windows Home to Pro after Day 1). I disabled GPU acceleration, game mode, and Windows security settings. I tweaked BIOS options and installed games directly onto the SSD, though they still stuttered.
I disabled and enabled VSync for various games, but performance remained poor. I ran multiple diagnostics on CPU, GPU, and storage, all showing normal results.
Despite these efforts, my games consistently lagged—whether on SSD or HDD. I’m frustrated because this is my first gaming laptop, and it feels like the CPU is struggling even though it’s maxed out. My previous machine handled FIFA perfectly, but this one doesn’t. I’m worried something might be wrong or defective.
I’m hoping others who’ve faced similar issues can relate, as I’m desperate to get this working. PS: I use the laptop plugged in. PS2: Turning on high performance and setting minimum CPU usage to 100% reduced stutters in some titles like Forza.
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He’s still having issues even when I cap the games at 30 fps. The CPU usage drops to 50%, but bottlenecks keep occurring. I’ve seen this before—it’s not normal.
The CPU performance seems off. It's consistently at full capacity, which is unusual. Have you attempted medium or medium-high settings without improvement? Consider restricting startup programs. There appears to be a benchmark software next to the AC Origins icon—NVIDIA GeForce Experience likely includes this feature. You might be able to lower the load there. Set up configurations in the NVIDIA Control Panel, turn off VSync in the game and enable it elsewhere. Modify image settings via preview -> Advanced 3D options. Set Phsyx as a dedicated GPU, adjust 3D settings, enable triple buffering, and verify your power plan. Ensure the system cooling policy is active.
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