Laptop game lagging
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Games run with low frame rates or stuttering during gameplay.
Symptoms
- Low FPS
- Choppy video
- Input lag
Possible Causes
- Thermal throttling
- Using integrated graphics
- Background apps
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Force Dedicated GPU
In Nvidia/AMD settings, set the game to use the "High-performance processor".
2
Lower Game Settings
Reduce resolution and shadows to match your hardware.
3
Plug in Charger
Laptops heavily throttle performance when running on battery.
When to See a Technician
Check your RAM; if you only have 8GB, the system is likely swapping to the disk, causing lag.
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