1. Enable Game Mode
Windows 10 and 11 come with Game Mode, which prioritizes gaming performance by reducing background processes.
How to Enable It:
1️⃣ Open Settings → Gaming → Game Mode
2️⃣ Toggle Game Mode ON
This helps by allocating system resources to the game and improving performance.
2. Disable Unnecessary Background Apps
Many background apps consume CPU and RAM, slowing down your games.
How to Disable:
1️⃣ Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager
2️⃣ Click on Startup Apps
3️⃣ Disable unnecessary programs (e.g., Skype, OneDrive)
3. Update GPU Drivers for Maximum Performance
Keeping your graphics drivers up to date ensures the best performance and compatibility with new games.
How to Update:
✔ For NVIDIA: Use GeForce Experience
✔ For AMD: Use Radeon Software
Always install the latest Game Ready drivers before playing new titles.
4. Adjust Power Settings for High Performance
Windows limits CPU and GPU performance in power-saving mode. Set your PC to High Performance Mode for better results.
How to Enable High Performance Mode:
1️⃣ Go to Control Panel → Power Options
2️⃣ Select High Performance or Ultimate Performance
5. Optimize Graphics Settings for Smooth Gameplay
1. Adjust In-Game Graphics
- Lower shadows, reflections, and ambient occlusion for more FPS
- Set textures to medium or high, depending on your GPU
2. Adjust Windows Display Settings
1️⃣ Right-click the desktop → Display Settings
2️⃣ Set Refresh Rate to Maximum (for high-refresh monitors)
6. Enable Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling
This reduces latency and improves frame times.
How to Enable It:
1️⃣ Go to Settings → System → Display
2️⃣ Click Graphics Settings
3️⃣ Toggle Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling ON
7. Clear Storage and Enable SSD Optimization
Games load faster on SSDs than on HDDs.
✔ Delete unnecessary files using Disk Cleanup
✔ Enable TRIM for SSD longevity (fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify)
8. Monitor Performance with FPS Counters and Benchmarking Tools
Use tools like:
📊 MSI Afterburner (for real-time FPS and temp monitoring)
🎮 CapFrameX (for frame time analysis)