I recently inherited an older PC from my dad, and I thought it would run games like Arc Raiders decently. However, I'm experiencing significant lag during gameplay, and it seems to coincide with my CPU hitting 100% usage every few moments when I play. I've noticed the CPU temperature spiking to around 90 degrees Celsius, which makes me suspect it might be the root of my issues. I attempted to troubleshoot by chatting with AI about my setup, but nothing has improved. With everything going on, I'm really hoping to unwind by gaming with friends, so any advice would be appreciated!
3 Answers
Lowering the graphics settings can help, especially since your CPU is older and not as powerful as the recommended specs for Arc Raiders. You might also need to check your RAM and GPU specs—having a solid 16 GB RAM is good, but having the right graphics card is crucial. If lowering the graphics hasn't changed anything, it might not be just the settings you need to worry about.
You're definitely experiencing thermal issues. If you're comfortable disassembling your PC, you might want to clean out the dust with compressed air. If the temperatures continue to soar above 60 degrees Celsius after cleaning, consider replacing the thermal paste. If it's a laptop, though, it’s better to get a professional to help out.
It sounds like your CPU is likely thermal throttling because those temps are pretty high. Check if the CPU cooler is firmly attached, or if the thermal paste has dried out. Also, make sure to clean out any dust buildup in the computer, as that can lead to overheating.
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