I'm looking for some clarity on my gaming performance expectations. I'm currently using a Ryzen 5 7600 CPU, an RTX 3080 Suprim X graphics card, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a speedy NVMe SSD, playing games at 1440p resolution. My goal is to reach 250 to 300 FPS in most titles on low or competitive settings, but I often find myself falling short—especially in games like Assetto Corsa and The Finals. I've disabled V-sync and frame caps, enabled EXPO, and tweaked my Windows and NVIDIA settings for performance. Is this a result of constraints from game engines and 1440p scaling, or am I overlooking something that could boost my FPS? I'm also curious to know what frame rates others with similar setups are achieving at 1440p.
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Reaching 300 FPS? That's a lofty goal! It’s essential to adjust your expectations because maintaining that level of performance is typically only achievable in esports titles. You’re already doing the right things by optimizing settings. Consider using tools like Lossless Scaling for better input latency if you're really hitting those fine margins.
Check what you’re getting in Call of Duty. If you're on minimum settings and only getting 120-180 FPS, it sounds like something isn't right. Usually, with a solid setup, you can expect better performance. Might just need to tweak a few things a bit more.
It sounds like you're mainly chasing high frame rates, but remember that titles like The Finals are pretty demanding. You're likely not going to hit those targets in heavier games. For competitive shooters, grabbing lower FPS thresholds in those with lower graphical settings is more realistic. Most people settle for 100-120 FPS in demanding titles as long as latency is low enough.
Honestly, high FPS numbers usually occur in competitive games when settings are cranked down low. If you have a powerful system and want at least 200 FPS, you might consider upgrades. I use a 9800x3d with a solid GPU and can hit 330 FPS, but I prioritize staying on lower settings to make that happen.
Are you running high settings in your games, though? I sometimes get 100 FPS in modern titles even on minimum!
Exactly! I get around 100-120 FPS with my setup on high settings using DLSS. It’s all about striking the right balance between performance and graphical fidelity.