Yes, these small spikes are typical.
Yes, these small spikes are typical.
These brief frame time spikes seem uncommon but not unusual. They likely don’t impact your gameplay noticeably unless you enable additional monitoring tools.
They are considered abnormal when their frequency exceeds normal ranges and their size surpasses typical limits. The exact thresholds depend on the specific measurement, but generally, deviations beyond established norms trigger concern.
You're correct, I tend to become overly cautious after getting a new PC, so I monitor everything. It would be better to unwind and focus on enjoying the game instead of constantly checking.
Absolutely, performance checks are perfectly okay. I tested the 7800X3D after swapping in the 7700X with a few games to see how it performed. Once it was running, just let it go. You'll quickly spot any issues and troubleshoot them. It's definitely Alan Wake 2—hardcore FPS game, but you're doing great!