CSGO fps drops and var spiking

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

I've had this pc for around 4 months now, i have been running csgo for 4 months aswell, and never noticed any drops in fps or spikes in VAR, but for about 3 weeks now my FPS has been dropping down from 200 to about 50 or less, before these 3 weeks, my fps were stable at around 250-260, now i can barely get 200, fps keeps dropping down to 50 and i can't aim / spray down with this lag, i hope anyone could help me solve this issue.

PC Specs (Med-End):
RAM : 4 GB DDR3

CPU : Intel Core i3-4160 3.60 GHz

GPU : ASUS Gtx 570 GDDR5

OS : Windows 7 (64 - BIT)

MotherBoard : ASUS H81M-K

elbert · May 20, 2017

CSGO is super dependent on RAM. It will work ok 8GB's but needs to be a very lean optimized for free RAM. If you have been adding new software as of late could be its pushing CSGO to use pagefile. The game really likes 16GB's as it helps with not having to decompress the pak files on the fly using cl_forcepreload to preload the entire map. Its also worth noting valve is moving CSGO to source 2 engine which uses upto 8 cores. Maps are sure to increase in model and texture quality to eat up more RAM.
I make maps for CSGO so just a heads up to be prepared.

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

elbert :

but the problem is, i've been playing csgo for 3.1 months without a problem, no drops no nothing, so i find it kinda odd that fps is starting to drop now :/, and i formatted my pc to see if that helps about 3 days ago, but them problem persisted.

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

EDIT : Now i get only about 150 fps (unstable and drops to 20 every 2 secs) even on the lowest settings and lowest resolutions , seems like the problem is getting worse every second.

elbert · May 20, 2017

Lowest settings is a bad ideal. That forces all the graphics work on the CPU. Try mid everthing.

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

elbert :

ok i will try that.

EDIT : even at medium settings fps is still the exact same, so there's no difference between highest or med or lowest fps rn, this is so odd.

elbert · May 20, 2017

Must be a bottleneck. Check your CPU for overheating. Use Aida64 to test your system. Benchmark and see if your CPU is hitting very high temps.
https://www.aida64.com/

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

elbert :

CPU : AVG : 42 highest : 43

Core#1: avg : 54 highest : 57

core#2 : avg : 53 highest : 55

i don't think it's overheating.

elbert · May 20, 2017

Clock rate max? Try setting your power settings from balance to performance in control panel. also try Intels diagnostics tool.
https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/19792/Intel-Processor-Diagnostic-Tool

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

3.6Ghz min max avg, i have my CPU cores unparked.

testing intel diagnostic tool rn.

everything passed in intel diagnostics tool.

i'm getting more and more frustrated because of this problem

i hope i can find a fix soon.

elbert · May 20, 2017

Ok lets look at optimizing. First run ccleaner and advanced systemcare to fix the registry, scan for junk/bad settings, and boost to shutdown unneeded services to free up RAM. Get both from popular downloads.
http://download.cnet.com/windows/

Set you start propertys and the dual core i3 has 4 threads. -novid -high -threads 4 -nojoy +cl_forcepreload 1 -nod3d9ex

Next make an autoexec.cfg in your csgo\cfg folder. Past the settings below. Start CSGO and type exec autoexec in console.
fps_max “300”
cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt “0”
cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt “0”
cl_bob_lower_amt “0”
cl_bobamt_lat “0”
cl_bobamt_vert “0”
cl_bobcycle “2”

0ldsch00l · May 20, 2017

VAR problems? I been running with 4 gb lately since on stick died, CSGO still ran good, yes you need to optimize system a bit, but RAM I only see at around 90% usage on pwwweeettyyy maps.

WHen is your VAR spiking exactly?

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

elbert :

gonna test as soon as i get on my pc, it's 2:01 AM for me and i have to go to bed, i will update u as soon as i test this.

Sless001 · May 20, 2017

0ldsch00l :

at any time basically, next to walls, not even moving, but it spikes worse than any other time when i see an enemy on my screen.

0ldsch00l · May 20, 2017

Sless001 :

No that will not fix VAR, I can assure you that, maybe first part of cleaning system but those console commands wont and running in DX 8 wont either.... Your VAR is either being cause connection issues or your own hardware.

This is client side VAR and NOT server side right?.......

elbert · May 20, 2017

Sless001 :

elbert :

gonna test as soon as i get on my pc, it's 2:01 AM for me and i have to go to bed, i will update u as soon as i test this.

Ok let me know and if you want smoother game play lower the fps_max. That will keep your fps more stable if below your average fps plus reduce latence a bit.

0ldsch00l · May 20, 2017

Before you do anything I would run FIRST step an sfc /scannow

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

0ldsch00l :

Sless001 :

No that will not fix VAR, I can assure you that, maybe first part of cleaning system but those console commands wont and running in DX 8 wont either.... Your VAR is either being cause connection issues or your own hardware.

This is client side VAR and NOT server side right?.......

yes indeed, it's client side var, because it happens even in offline with bots.
running sfc /scannow right now.

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

elbert :

Sless001 :

Ok let me know and if you want smoother game play lower the fps_max. That will keep your fps more stable if below your average fps plus reduce latence a bit.

but the thing is, if i put my fps_max on 90 the stutter will get worse and drop to 4 fps while i'm playing, so whatever i'm maxing my fps to, even 30 i get fps drops.

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

0ldsch00l :

https://gyazo.com/b68581bcf161e40d9bb1020a0951960e

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

elbert :

i can see some improvement on the max fps, but the stuttering remains the same.

elbert · May 21, 2017

Sounds like you have program starting up randamly taking performance from the game. Open task manager and watch cpu usage for a bit. At idle any program running much more than 1% is suspect.

You may need a boot time virus scan if a process is taking to much you cant id. If you recognize the program try uninstalling and see if it helps. If its a program you need reinstall and make sure its updated completely.

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

elbert :

nope! i have watched my tast manager for about 20 mins and no programs are using CPU.
+ i've formatted my pc not too long ago, the only programs i have are those programs that u told me to install + chrome and steam.

elbert · May 21, 2017

Check your processes while playing CSGO. A friend had an issue of steam helper programs taking up CPU performance. He noted the same issues your having.
https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/5axudt/steamwebhelperexe_doing_very_weird_stuff_and/

Sless001 · May 21, 2017

elbert :

csgo 27% CPU usage in DM server, one of steamwebhelper processes keep going between 0-6% cpu usage idk whether that's the problem or not.

console says this everytime i launch my game, maybe this helps.

Failed to load gamerulescvars.txt, game rules cvars might not be reported to management tools.
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (weapon_max_before_cleanup)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (weapon_auto_cleanup_time)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (snd_max_pitch_shift_inaccuracy)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (steam_controller_haptics)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (mp_endmatch_votenextleveltime)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (mp_verbose_changelevel_spew)
Parent cvar in client.dll not allowed (cl_remove_old_ugc_downloads)
Particles: Missing 'particles/money_fx.pcf'
maxplayers set to 64
Steam config directory: D:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\platform\config
Particles: Missing 'particles/money_fx.pcf'
CGameEventManager::AddListener: event 'coop_mission_end_stats' unknown.
Unknown command "cl_thirdperson"

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