Issue Description
Low FPS and stuttering reduce gaming performance on Windows systems.
Common Causes
- Background apps consuming resources
- Outdated GPU drivers
- Power saving modes
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Enable Game Mode
- Open Settings → Gaming → Game Mode
- Toggle Game Mode → On
Step 2: Update Graphics Drivers
- Open Device Manager → Display adapters
- Right-click GPU → Update driver
- Or install latest driver from NVIDIA/AMD/Intel
Step 3: Set High-Performance Power Plan
- Open Control Panel → Power Options
- Select High performance
Step 4: Disable Background Apps
- Open Settings → Apps → Installed apps
- Set background permissions to Never
Step 5: Adjust In-Game Settings
- Lower shadows and post-processing
- Enable DLSS/FSR if supported
Explore Further
- Monitor temperatures
- Upgrade RAM or GPU
Prevention & Best Practices
Keep drivers updated and close unused apps before gaming.