Troubleshooting: Is my computer running slowly?
Troubleshooting: Is my computer running slowly?
I recently updated my computer, and it appears to be running slower than expected with frequent frame rate fluctuations in certain games, such as Rainbow Six Siege where I experience drops from 150 frames per second down to 70.
Specifications:
AMD FX 8350 processor
Galax GTX 1060 3GB Exoc fan card
2x4GB Ripjaw X RAM
250GB Samsung SSD
2TB 7.2k RPM HDD
After updating your computer, which components did you swap out? If you replaced the graphics card, it’s essential to perform a clean driver installation using Display Driver Uninstaller. If you altered the motherboard or processor, a full reinstall of Windows 10 is required – this is crucial when transitioning to a different system architecture.
After updating your computer, which components did you swap out? If you replaced the graphics card, it’s essential to perform a clean driver installation using Display Driver Uninstaller. If you modified the motherboard or processor, a full reinstall of Windows 10 is required – this is crucial when transitioning to a different system architecture.
Your processor is initially limited by the GTX 1060. Instead, consider a complete system overhaul if possible, or reduce your graphics card to a GTX 1050 Ti as this is the optimal card for AM3+ sockets. With an FX-4300 and a GTX 1050, I experience no problems in competitive games like Overwatch, achieving an average of 70 frames per second while running on ultra settings.
What are the processor temperatures during the dips? What about the clock speed? Utilize Afterburner for observation.
Could you specify your motherboard and power supply unit?
J_E_D_70:
What are the processor temperatures during the dips? Also, check the clock speed using Afterburner.
Could you tell me what motherboard and power supply unit (PSU) you’re using?
My CPU reaches 70 degrees Celsius under heavy load. I recently purchased a 212 cooler, which is expected to arrive today, and I don't recall the exact make of my motherboard – it’s Gigabyte, and my PSU is a Be Quiet! 550W.
SubaruWRX244:
Regarding your PC upgrade, what components did you swap out? If you replaced the graphics card, you’ll need to perform a clean driver installation. Use Display Driver Uninstaller to remove the previous versions.
If you altered the motherboard or processor, a full Windows 10 reinstallation is required—this is crucial when transitioning to a different system. I upgraded both the video card and central processing unit; however, I haven’t conducted a complete Windows 10 reset or removed the outdated drivers – I'll proceed with that now.
Regarding SubaruWRX244:
I’d begin by employing Display Driver Uninstaller to eliminate the outdated drivers. Afterward, I would proceed to download and install a new version directly from the graphics card manufacturer's website. If I’ve recently installed Display Driver Uninstaller, do I simply select “clean” and then restart?