Low fps before restaring

[Damian231]

Hi!

I have a problem with hp victus 15 with i5 13420H and rtx 4050. When I turn on the game i have 40-50 fps but after restarting my laptop i have stable 80 fps. It's pretty annoying and it doesn't always work. Temps of gpu and cpu are around 70-80, I also updated BIOS. What do you think is the problem?

[Hawks_Eye]

Hi @Damian231 

Welcome to the HP Support Community! We're here to help you get back up and running.

Thanks for sharing the details — that kind of inconsistent performance can be frustrating, especially when you're expecting smooth gameplay from a capable system like yours.

Here are some steps that can help stabilize FPS without relying on a restart:

 

1. Check Background Processes

• Before launching your game, open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and look for any high CPU or disk usage from background apps.
• Disable unnecessary startup programs via the Startup tab.

 

2. Adjust Power Settings

• Go to Control Panel > Power Options and select High Performance or create a custom plan that prioritizes maximum performance.
• In Advanced Power Settings, ensure processor power management is set to 100% for both minimum and maximum states.

 

3. Update Graphics Drivers

• Use this official HP page to download the latest NVIDIA and Intel graphics drivers specific to your model.
• Avoid relying solely on Windows Update or GeForce Experience for driver updates — the manufacturer's version may include optimizations for your system.

 

4. Disable Integrated GPU (if applicable)

• Open NVIDIA Control Panel > Manage 3D Settings > Global Settings and set the preferred GPU to High-performance NVIDIA processor.
• You can also assign specific games to use the RTX 4050 under Program Settings.

 

5. Thermal Management

• Even though your temps are within range, thermal throttling can still occur intermittently. Ensure vents are clear and consider using a cooling pad.
• You can also check fan settings in the BIOS or system utility software to ensure optimal cooling during gaming.

 

6. Clean Boot Test

• Perform a clean boot to rule out third-party software conflicts:
  • Type msconfig in the Start menu, go to Services, check Hide all Microsoft services, then click Disable all.
  • Restart and test the game performance.

 

7. Game Mode and GPU Scheduling

• Enable Game Mode in Windows Settings.
• Go to System > Display > Graphics Settings and enable Hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling if supported.

If the issue persists even after these steps, feel free to share whether the FPS drop happens consistently across titles. I’ll help you dig deeper.

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Take care, and have an amazing day!

Regards, 

Hawks_Eye

[DanielWhite]

Thank you.

[Hawks_Eye]

@Damian231 

You are Welcome!

If you need anything else, I'm all ears (or rather, all text). Just let me know! 

Stay fantastic, and have an amazing day ahead! 

Regards, 

Hawks_Eye