I've built a solid gaming PC after saving up for ages, but I'm noticing some serious performance issues. Even during low-demand games like CS2 and the Battlefield 6 Beta, my temperatures are way too high, hitting 70-80 °C. Additionally, Bambu Studio is taking ages to slice simple objects, and my frame rates are only around 100 to 120 FPS for the games mentioned. I'm really stuck trying to figure out what's wrong. Here are my specs: CPU is an Intel Core i9-14900K, RAM is 64GB DDR5 5600, my GPU is a Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4080, and I've got a pretty decent cooling setup with an NZXT Kraken 360 AIO cooler. Can anyone help me troubleshoot this?
2 Answers
Running a 3DMark benchmark could really help here. Once you get your results, check them against similar builds to see where you stand. If there's a significant discrepancy, it could indicate a problem with your setup. When you have the results, share them for further insight!
First off, make sure you disable VSync in your games—this might help unlock higher FPS. Also, while 70-80°C under load is within an acceptable range, if you're concerned about heating, consider checking your airflow or possibly reapplying thermal paste if it’s aged. You might also want to see if your fans are working correctly.
VSync is actually off for me in all games; I change that setting right away. But should a "low load" game still generate that much heat? Sorry if that's a dumb question!
Should I use Steel Nomad or Time Spy for that benchmark?