Unclear why your 1% lows are behaving this way.
Unclear why your 1% lows are behaving this way.
And what indicates you should aim for higher FPS? It still lags despite no throttling, your CPU is at 96°C, and the case is an office setup with no fans. Try opening the side panel on the case first; if that slightly lowers temperatures, the issue likely lies with the case and cooler combination. If the design is poor or airflow isn't good, it could quickly become a hot spot for the CPU.
Another user has an R5 5600 and a 2060, achieving higher FPS than you do at the same settings but with less RAM.
It might be that your CPU cooler isn’t securing properly. Taking it out again could affect how the thermal paste spreads. You probably don’t want dust building up in the original cooler.
For a tight budget, a single tower cooler with a 120mm fan is often more effective if the case provides sufficient airflow. Prices start around $18, and you can find options here: https://pcpartpicker.com/product/q6H7YJ/...x120-se-d3
The previous run had complete coverage with no dust detected. I believe the issue lies in the airflow within the case.
The side panel removal should resolve the issue. Have you attempted it and noticed any changes?