Yes, lag spikes in PC gaming are common.
Yes, lag spikes in PC gaming are common.
My setup uses a core i5 8400, vega 56, and 8GB RAM. Fortnite works well at ultra but still has some minor lag spikes, though it doesn’t break the game. I used VSync before and the lag was much worse. Now VSync is off with Freesync, but small lag spikes persist. I also notice delays in Rainbow Six Siege, possibly due to the wireless mouse. Is there a way to reduce the lag or is this typical?
If you can't rely on other methods to track your performance, consider using an FPS meter in the game. When your FPS doesn't decrease during lag, it's likely related to your internet or network connection. If your FPS does drop, the issue is probably with your computer.
Fornite has a decent network info feature in the settings. I recommend enabling it and checking if you lose packets or experience frame drops when you see a spike. It seems with fornite it could be the game itself, as even on a 1050ti I notice random stutters (green vs red not hardware dependent) and AMD's Fortnite support is poor.
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Start by playing in fullscreen mode. Adjust your FPS cap to 75 based on your monitor's refresh rate. Disable vsync for better performance. Verify your internet connection speed is normal. Reset your router by unplugging it for about a minute, then reconnecting. Play Fortnite again to check if lag persists. If issues continue, consider updating your video driver. Let me know if this helps.