I would suggest testing with 50 fps just for the test. if you are getting 80-90 fps now, lowering it to 75 isn't a good test. If you still get the pauses, then it's something else:įor a test, I would recommend lowering it something substantial for the test to really validate the possibility. If you don't get the freezes with the lower FPS, then you know it's thermal throttling. As a test, set the max FPS to something lower and test driving for 30-60 minutes or however long it takes to notice the problem. lower frame rates) would generate less heat. I don't know if this is exactly what is happening to you, but there is a simple way to find out. Most laptops have mechanisms to control heat and they cycle on/off which can create something similar to what you are suggesting. If so, it's possible you are experiencing thermal throttling.
