AMD Turion X2 RM-75 dropping fps randomly, why?

[Prompter]

This is the problem: I play Need for speed: Most wanted. Runs nicely at 40+ fps, but randomly drops at <10 fps. I already downloaded Dual-Core Optimizer. This happens only with games, not for example Acer Arcade. Anyone know anymore about this?

 

[loneninja]

Sounds like possible over heating and downclocking to reduce temps. I've never had a laptop that was worth anything for playing games on due to heat issues.

 

[gamepro127]

+1 loneninja

Re-install windows.
Use SpeedFan to monitor temptures. Dont go above 80C!
Scan for viruses and Malware: http://www.microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/
Update Drivers
All those will help!

 

[werxen]

sounds like background programs getting in the way - mind you its a friggin laptop...

 

[Prompter]

Well... actually there isnt much bg processes, and the temperature stays around 60C. Now when I changed my virus software, the lags have been more rarely than before.

 

[Prompter]

The answer was Audiodg.exe. I disabled all audio enchanchements (not sure about spelling) and removed Acer eAudio from the bootup program list. Now it works fine, thanks for replies.