I've been dealing with annoying 1-second video freezes while watching YouTube and Twitch, though the sound continues to work without issue. I've tested this on several browsers. A lot of people suggest that hardware acceleration is the culprit, but turning it off hasn't resolved my problem. I've also noticed that when I use Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) followed by a fresh driver install, it temporarily fixes the issue until the next driver update rolls out. I can't keep sticking to one driver version forever, so I'm hoping to find a better solution. For context, I have an RTX 3060 Ti, which isn't cutting-edge but should still perform well. Interestingly, I've tested this on Nobara Linux, and the freezing problem doesn't occur there.
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To sort this freezing issue, first check how you're updating your graphics driver. Are you using DDU every time you update, or was that just a one-off? Some folks find that adjusting settings can help as well. Have you tried disabling Hardware Accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows? A few users have noticed that can make a difference, so let’s see if that helps you out! Let me know how it goes after your next restart.
If you're on Windows, consider checking your power settings. Sometimes, performance is throttled by power-saving options. Switching to a high-performance plan could potentially fix those annoying freezes. Also, keep an eye out for any background applications using a lot of resources while you're streaming. That can really impact playback too!
Yeah, I've heard that turning off hardware acceleration can sometimes smooth things out. It's worth a shot! Just remember to check if the freeze comes back after that restart.