I'm running Windows 11 on my laptop, and I've noticed that the frame rates in some games drop significantly after about 10-20 minutes, going from 60 fps all the way down to 1 fps. This happens consistently, and I have to restart my computer to get things working again. One game in particular that experiences this issue is PvZ Garden Warfare 2. Anyone have tips or solutions that could help with this problem? Feel free to ask if you need more details!
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First off, check your laptop model and then look into what's causing the crashes by typing Win+R, then pasting 'perfmon.exe /rel' and hitting enter. Also, how much RAM do you have? If you're still using an HDD instead of an SSD, consider switching because it can make a huge difference. Make sure you’ve got plenty of free space (around 40-80GB is good), and think about fixing your virtual memory settings in case Windows isn’t managing them properly.
For detailed steps to boost performance, definitely follow the guidelines in this link. It's designed to help with performance issues. If your problem persists after that, check specifically for throttling and apply the solutions from step 16. Make sure to let everyone know how it goes in the comment section of the guide!
It sounds like your laptop might be overheating, especially if it's not a gaming model. This can lead to thermal throttling, where your CPU and GPU slow down to prevent damage from high temperatures. You should try installing hwinfo64 to monitor the temperatures of your CPU and GPU—if they’re getting too hot, that's likely your issue. If throttling is happening, consider replacing the thermal paste on your CPU and GPU, and clean out your fans and heatsinks. Also, using a cooling pad and keeping your laptop on a hard surface can really help maintain performance. Plus, make sure your laptop is plugged in and set to performance mode while gaming!
What exactly is throttling and how do I apply new thermal paste?