Fixing GTA 5 Micro Stuttering

Introduction

Micro stuttering in GTA 5 is a common issue, especially frustrating after building a new PC. The game has a frame limit of 187.5 FPS which, when exceeded, causes stuttering.

Solution Overview

To fix this, you need to set an external frame limit using the NVIDIA Control Panel, as in-game options are lacking. Here's a step-by-step guide.

Steps for GTA 5

1. Access NVIDIA Control Panel

   • For Windows 11: Right-click the Desktop > Show more options > NVIDIA Control Panel.
   • For Windows 10: Right-click the Desktop > NVIDIA Control Panel.

2. Configure Frame Limits

   • Go to 3D Settings > Manage 3D Settings.
   • In the Program Settings tab, select or add Grand Theft Auto V Launcher.
   • Set "Background Application Max Frame Rate" to 60 FPS.
   • Set "Max Frame Rate" to 150 FPS.
   • Apply changes and close the panel.
   • Relaunch GTA 5 to test the settings.

Steps for FiveM

1. Before Configuration

   • Run FiveM at least once for the cache files to build.
   • Ensure you have entered the game once for both story mode and any multiplayer server.

2. Configure Frame Limits for FiveM Executables

   • In the NVIDIA Control Panel, go to Program Settings.
   • Add FiveM.exe and similar related executables found in the FiveM folder.
   • For each, set "Background Application Max Frame Rate" to 60 FPS.
   • Set "Max Frame Rate" to 150 FPS.
   • Apply changes for each executable.

3. Additional Settings for FiveM

   • Repeat the above settings for files in the FiveM application data and subprocess folders.
   • Monitor server build numbers for updates, which may necessitate reapplying settings to new files.

Testing

Launch FiveM in story mode with the NUI and Audio Frame Limiters off to ensure menus function without lag. Notably, the multiplayer test requires access to a server, which was unavailable.

Conclusion

These configurations should help alleviate micro-stuttering in both GTA 5 and FiveM, improving overall gameplay experience. Users are encouraged to provide feedback and suggestions for future content.