Low cpu usage and very low fps

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

I have had this problem for about a month now. The fps in games is always low even though i have pretty decent setup. My specs are
GPU: GeForce GTX 950 MSI
CPU Intel Core i5-4690K CPU @3.50 GHz
Memory : 16 GB RAM

Kingston KC400 Enterprise 256GB 2.5" SSD

Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5"
SATA 6GB/s (SATA 3.0), 64MB Cache, 7200RPM

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

If it's been that way since you built it its not surprising that gpu is much weaker than your CPU. You built your system badly lopsided. What kind of "low" fps you talking about?

DiamondxCrafting · Jul 30, 2016

TastyBagel1 :

do you mean low cpu usage in games that really use the cpu like csgo or other games?

because with the gtx 950 you shouldn't expect high frame rates in games that use the gpu more than the cpu, tho if the games are cpu intensive you could try to oc your cpu

anti-duck · Jul 30, 2016

What games are you playing?

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

Supahos :

It's not been this way since i built it. I started about a month ago, then i bought i new gpu in hopes of that it would fix it, it didn't. The fps is around 30-20 frames in games like Overwatcg, Rust and League of Legends. I never had any problems running these games before with over a 100 fps.

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

DiamondxCrafting :

I play games like CSGO, Overwatch, Rust and League of Legends. I never had any problems with these types of games before.

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

anti-duck :

Rust, League, Overwatch and CSGO

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

Assuming you do have your monitor plugged into your 950 not your motherboard? Have you monitored your temps? None of those game will use any CPU hardly to max out your 950

bgunner · Jul 30, 2016

Did you potentially connect the display cable to the motherboard and not eh GPU? Accidents happen when moving things and or installing new equipment.

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

Supahos :

I know i plugged the cables to my gpu. And i have monitored my temps nothing higher than 70-80

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

bgunner :

nope

bgunner · Jul 30, 2016

TastyBagel1 :

70-80 on which piece? Intel 4 series don't like anything around 72°C

As for the GPU between 70-80°c is normal if it is being pushed hard.

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

bgunner :

I just checked the temperatures again and my cpu is at 100 celsius on all 4 cores https://gyazo.com/93ddf3b65b5b4370ff6d764ddcbbcea6 image shows screenshot of temps

EDIT: Temps with only a few applications running is 60-70 on cpu

bgunner · Jul 30, 2016

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2714907/4690-safe-temperature.html

Read this link and pay attention to CompuTronix Post.

Your CPU is throttling to save it's self. check your cooling system. Fan is spinning at 2000+ meaning it is running full blast but you may have dust bunny's in there that need to cleaned out.

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

Well there is your issue, if stock cooler I suspect it's not installed properly. (Actually same applies no matter what cooler)

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

Supahos :

So my processor isnt fried or anything? It dont need a new one?

bgunner · Jul 30, 2016

no need for a new CPU just fix your cooling issue

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

bgunner :

Ok, thanks. I did have a problem with my cooling system previously but me and my uncle changed it out and it seemed to work fine.

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

bgunner :

Do you know of a source i can look into to figure out when it is installed properly? Im only 15 years old and i don't have a lot of experience building computers

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

Yeah the cpus are designed to sabe themselves from damage. I wouldn't game on it until I got the issue fixed (dont keep running it at max temps) but general usage it sounds like you're fine. My 3350p on stock fan has run 70-80c since the day i bought (and sorta oced it) and it still tears up any game I play

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

So you know what cooler you have?

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

Supahos :

Shit, the box it came in is at my moms house, ill try to figure it out.

Supahos · Jul 30, 2016

Most have a logo in the middle of the fan that can narrow down manufacturer, then you can use google images to narrow it down, or call your uncle

TastyBagel1 · Jul 30, 2016

Supahos :

Found it https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Cooler-LGA1150-1155-E97378-001/dp/B00BQ1C4SS

bgunner · Jul 30, 2016

TastyBagel1 :

there are many but first make sure the cooler is clean of dust. This is by far the most common issue especially if you have animals.

Try googling your CPU cooler and look at the mounting instructions and maybe even a video or two on how to install it. Many times if the cooler fins is clean and the cooler is mounted properly it will be a thermal paste issue. This would be simply removing the cooler, cleaning off the old paste and replying it will solve the issue.

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