How to Improve PC Gaming Performance
Are you tired of your games being slow and not smooth? Whether you play games a lot or are just starting, making your computer work better can change your gaming from annoying to awesome. Don't worry, this guide will help you make your computer better for gaming.
We’ll show you how to optimize a Windows laptop for gaming to get better Frames Per Second (FPS) in popular games like GTA, Call of Duty, and Fortnite, just to name a few.
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How to improve PC gaming performance
Method 1: Enable Game Mode in Windows 11 & Windows 10
Game Mode is a built-in tool designed to optimize Windows laptops for gaming. Game Mode deactivates background activities like Windows updates and app notifications to help your computer boost FPS in your games.
Game Mode is usually enabled by default in the latest versions of Windows 10 and 11. Your computer should be able to detect when you’re gaming and prioritize its resources accordingly.
1.0 Open your Settings by pressing and holding the Windows key + i.
1.1 Select Gaming from the left menu, click Game Mode and switch on the Game Mode toggle.
Method 2: Adjust your monitor refresh rate
If the refresh rate of your display cannot keep up with the frame rate, achieving high FPS is useless. Make sure your monitor is configured appropriately to get the most out of your CPU and GPU
2.0 Launch Settings from the Start menu and select System.
2.1 Click Display on the left, then scroll down and click Advanced display settings.
2.2 In the drop-down menu, select the highest refresh rate available to you.
Method 3: Configure your mouse/controller settings
When you move your mouse, the mouse cursor will normally record the speed of the movement rather than just the distance. Most gamers opt to turn off mouse acceleration for more accurate and consistent inputs.
3.0 Type “mouse settings” into the Start Menu. Click Mouse settings.
3.1 Click Additional mouse options.
3.2 Click the Pointer Options tab and uncheck the box labeled Enhance pointer precision.
Additional helpful tips:
- Disable Windows Game Bar
The Windows Game Bar is meant to be a handy tool for social media and performance monitoring, but it uses up your computer's resources. When you want your computer to perform at its best, it's crucial to have control.
To maximize your hardware's capabilities, it's important to eliminate anything that could impact performance, and the Windows Game Bar falls into that category.
Disable Windows Game Bar by going to Settings > Gaming and toggling Game Bar to Off.
- Upgrade your graphics card.
- Upgrade to an SSD.
- Upgrade your computer’s RAM.
Conclusion
Remember, the most effective strategies will depend on your specific PC setup and the games you play. Start with the quick and easy tweaks, then gradually progress to more advanced options as needed. With a little effort, you can turn your PC into a gaming powerhouse.
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