Countering Micro Stuttering on PC

Introduction

• Micro stuttering can occur while running games, apps, or even reloading Windows.
• This guide provides several methods to mitigate or fix micro stuttering.
• It's advisable to create a system restore point before proceeding.

Preliminary Steps

1. Create a System Restore Point

   • Search and open System Restore.
   • Select Create a Restore Point for your C drive.
   • Name it and create.

2. Download Necessary Tools

   • Latency Monitor: Search and download from resplendence.com’s download section.
   • Quick CPU: Search and download to manage power settings effectively.

Tools and Methods

Latency Monitor

• Run LatencyMon for 30-60 seconds while no apps are running to measure system latency.
• Aim for low microseconds numbers.

Power Settings

• Set power plan to Ultimate Performance or High Performance depending on CPU type.
• Refer to motherboard/OEM for the latest chipset drivers.

Control Panel Settings

• Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling: Enable in Windows settings for potential performance gains.
• Startup Apps: Disable unnecessary apps to improve system startup performance.
• Background Apps: Turn off to minimize performance hits.

Advanced Power Management

• Disable features like C-states, EIST, SpeedStep for potential performance gains on desktops.

Command Line Tweaks

1. Disable High Precision Event Timers (HPET)
2. TRIM for SSD/NVME
3. Modify Master File Table (MFT) Zone
4. Adjust Last Access File Tracking
5. Increase Memory Usage if 16 GB+ RAM is available: (fsutil command)
6. Disable Memory Compression (Windows 10 specific)
7. Manage Page Combining

Message-Signaled Interrupts (MSI)

• Use MSI Utility to modify the Windows registry and adjust GPU settings.

Interrupt Affinity Policy Tool

• Assign GPU drivers to a specific CPU core to optimize performance.

Performance Testing & Adjustments

• Test games/applications like Valorant, CoD, Fortnite using Nvidia Reflex for GPU responsiveness.
• Adjust Nvidia settings like On plus boost for maximum GPU power.

Closing Remarks

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Final Note

• If experiencing further issues, consult the available software and tools, and tweak settings as necessary.

Disclaimer

• Proceed with changes at your own risk and ensure you have backup plans in place.

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This summary captures the methods for addressing micro stuttering in PC systems based on adjustments to system settings, power management, and software utilities. Follow the guidance carefully and systematically for best results.