I'm having some trouble while playing certain online games like Throne and Liberty and Apex Legends. When I set the graphics to high or ultra settings, I notice stuttering, but everything runs smoothly when I lower the settings. Here are my specs:
- GPU: RTX 5060 Ti
- RAM: 16GB (1x16GB CL36 6000)
- CPU: Ryzen 5 7500F
Could my RAM be the issue? I often see that its usage hits around 90-93% during gaming at high settings. I'm not sure where else to ask, so any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
3 Answers
It sounds like RAM may be the culprit here. First off, 16GB might not be enough for gaming on high/ultra settings nowadays. Ideally, you want to have at least 32GB. Also, consider getting RAM in matched pairs; using two 16GB sticks instead of one could improve performance significantly.
It's worth noting that both Throne and Liberty and Apex Legends aren't well-optimized games. With your setup, even if your GPU usage is low, you can see stuttering due to game performance issues. Just to clarify, when you mention RAM usage, are you referring to the VRAM on your GPU or the actual system RAM? If it's the system RAM hitting 90-93%, that could lead to bottlenecks.
Yeah, these games can be pretty demanding, but your PC should handle Apex on ultra without too much trouble. Regarding airflow, it's important for cooling components effectively. If your case isn't well-ventilated, it can lead to higher temperatures, which might impact performance. How's your cooling setup looking?
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