Getting micro lag/stutter in all my games?

[Shauna333]

It's driving me CRAZY. I've had this problem on and off for several months now and I can't find the cause of the problem.

PC specs:
Intel Core i5-6400
CPU@ 2.7 GHz
Processor Cores 4
RAM 8 GB (2133 MHz DDR4)
Hard Drive 1 TB SATA HDD
Hard Drive Speed 7200 rpm
Graphics Card AMD Radeon R9 370
Windows 10

Now, I have done SO many things (changes) to my computer in an attempt to fix them. Out of desperation I got a new computer from best buy to see if the problem was with my ACTUAL computer or with my internet connection. The problem persists even on the new computer.

Ok, so it must be my connection right? But when I run a speedtest and pingtest from pingtest.net my download/upload speed, latency, packet loss, jitter and everything are 100% fine.
I had the same issue a while ago, causing me to change my ISP from my old one to my current one. (Bell Canada > Rogers). After the switch I concluded there must not have been anything wrong with my ISP after all since I was having the same issue even after changing ISPs.

I know this is an odd circumstance but does anyone have ANY idea of what could be causing this? Sometimes I do have good days/weeks where everything is fine but then it will start lagging again for days/weeks/months at a time and I don't have a CLUE what causes it or stops it.

The main game I play is League of Legends. The lag is NOT EXTREMELY noticeable but is indeed noticeable. The movements are sometimes stutter-y, mouse clicks feel not as accurate, skill shots are impossible to hit (if anyone is familiar with the game) and everything just seems OFF. I noticed if I continue playing with these issues they will get noticeably worse and worse to the point where my character is gliding across the screen and I'm unable to move or click for periods of time.< (not sure if that has anything to do with ANYTHING, but worth mentioning I guess.)

Another game I play is Blade and Soul. The situation is similar.

The lag makes games completely unenjoyable. I've been having these issues (on and off) for several MONTHS now. After buying a new computer and having the same problem, it makes me think it's not my computer but instead, my connection. On the other hand I DID change my ISP in an attempt to fix this and that didn't solve the problem either. :S

The only other thing I can think of that would be wrong would be my monitor. (144hz Acer LCD monitor 1ms response time). But again, the "lag" sometimes goes away, then comes back randomly with no changes made to my monitor or monitor settings.
I just want to enjoy my games Posting on here cause after doing hours/days worth of research, I am at a complete loss. if anyone has any ideas or advice that would be appreciated.

 

[ingtar33]

you bought a new pc?!

ugh

setting that aside, does changing the graphic settings help? what you're describing sounds like internet issues. Are you connected to your modem via ethernet or wireless?

 

[Shauna333]

you bought a new pc?!

ugh

setting that aside, does changing the graphic settings help? what you're describing sounds like internet issues. Are you connected to your modem via ethernet or wireless?

I've tried fiddling with the graphics settings a little but it doesn't seem to help much. Any settings changes in particular you would recommend?
I have been connected to my modem both via ethernet and wireless. I'm on wireless right now but I've tried plugging in the ethernet and it's not any better.

 

[ingtar33]

is it DSL or cable?

 

[Shauna333]

is it DSL or cable?

Cable :/

 

[Mercian]

This method worked wonders for me, I am not sure it will help you but it is worth a try.
Download Rivatuna http://www.guru3d.com/files-details/rtss-rivatuner-statistics-server-download.html
In frame rate limit set it to 1 fps below your monitor refresh rate. I set to 59 fps. Make sure any vsync or frame rate limiters, in game or on external software(what ever AMD's version of Nvidia's control panel) is turned off. This worked for me on Fallout 4 and Dragon Age I.

 

[ingtar33]

is it DSL or cable?

Cable :/

well cable can have latency issues. it's one of the only downfalls with it.

log into command prompt
run the following command
"ping 8.8.8.8 /t" without the quotes
keep an eye on the latency numbers anything in the 50-100 range would be high but usable
numbers over 100 are a PROBLEM; if it times out then you have significant network issues.
ideally you want them down under 50 (on cable)

let it run for a bit ~ 5 minutes or so

let me know the result.

 

[Shauna333]

is it DSL or cable?

Cable :/

well cable can have latency issues. it's one of the only downfalls with it.

log into command prompt
run the following command
"ping 8.8.8.8 /t" without the quotes
keep an eye on the latency numbers anything in the 50-100 range would be high but usable
numbers over 100 are a PROBLEM; if it times out then you have significant network issues.
ideally you want them down under 50 (on cable)

let it run for a bit ~ 5 minutes or so

let me know the result.

getting results from between 10-30ms seems fine. :/

 

[JustLurking]

Have you tried single-player games, to rule out internet lag?

Possible that "SpeedStep" and some of the power-saving "C States" can cause this, as they take time to 'spin up' from slower speeds/lower power states. Try changing Windows Power setting to 'High Performance', and disable C states in your BIOS.

Another possibility is heat. Your cpu and/or gfx card could be heating up too much and throttling.

Edit: More info on C-State latency spikes: https://access.redhat.com/articles/65410

 

[ingtar33]

is it DSL or cable?

Cable :/

well cable can have latency issues. it's one of the only downfalls with it.

log into command prompt
run the following command
"ping 8.8.8.8 /t" without the quotes
keep an eye on the latency numbers anything in the 50-100 range would be high but usable
numbers over 100 are a PROBLEM; if it times out then you have significant network issues.
ideally you want them down under 50 (on cable)

let it run for a bit ~ 5 minutes or so

let me know the result.

getting results from between 10-30ms seems fine. :/

yeah, that's not an internet issue.

 

[the_nephilim_dominant]

Hi
I am aware of something and I declare that your cpu is the reason for this lag new that other specification indicate that you require cpu frequecy of at least 3.6 gh you can overclock your cpu otherwise change it to higher with atleast turbo clock speed 3.6 gh.

 

[Shauna333]

is it DSL or cable?

Cable :/

well cable can have latency issues. it's one of the only downfalls with it.

log into command prompt
run the following command
"ping 8.8.8.8 /t" without the quotes
keep an eye on the latency numbers anything in the 50-100 range would be high but usable
numbers over 100 are a PROBLEM; if it times out then you have significant network issues.
ideally you want them down under 50 (on cable)

let it run for a bit ~ 5 minutes or so

let me know the result.

getting results from between 10-30ms seems fine. :/

yeah, that's not an internet issue.

now does that rule out my connection being a problem entirely?
I'm just really confused because I've tried 2 different computers and my connection tests show up fine but I still get VERY noticable lag in my games, and even in windows. Seems much worse when I'm running more programs at once. I don't get what the cause of this problem is x.x

 

[Spencer_10]

1) Check your ram is running in dual channel mode using CPUid memory tab
2) Have you checked your CPU and GPU temps while gaming using something like HwMonitor from CPUID?
3) Touch north bridge if it makes your wet finger sizzle then change its /pads / compound too or get a fan on it.
4) check task manager... when idle is your CPU spiking? it should be 1-3%
5) Try a different mouse, I know it sounds crazy but a faulty mouse can even BSOD a machine.

 

[Shauna333]

1) Check your ram is running in dual channel mode using CPUid memory tab
2) Have you checked your CPU and GPU temps while gaming using something like HwMonitor from CPUID?
3) Touch north bridge if it makes your wet finger sizzle then change its /pads / compound too or get a fan on it.
4) check task manager... when idle is your CPU spiking? it should be 1-3%
5) Try a different mouse, I know it sounds crazy but a faulty mouse can even BSOD a machine.

Hi, thanks for your reply not very tech savvy here, so half the things you posted I don't know how to do/how to access unfortunately.
1) ?
2) Will try this.
3) ?
4) when completely idle my CPU seems normal but when I am using my web browser sometimes it will spike a lot from 6%~ to 50 or 60% not sure if thats normal or not.
5) will try this
thx!

 

[Spencer_10]

1) Check your ram is running in dual channel mode using CPUid memory tab
2) Have you checked your CPU and GPU temps while gaming using something like HwMonitor from CPUID?
3) Touch north bridge if it makes your wet finger sizzle then change its /pads / compound too or get a fan on it.
4) check task manager... when idle is your CPU spiking? it should be 1-3%
5) Try a different mouse, I know it sounds crazy but a faulty mouse can even BSOD a machine.

Hi, thanks for your reply not very tech savvy here, so half the things you posted I don't know how to do/how to access unfortunately.
1) ?
2) Will try this.
3) ?
4) when completely idle my CPU seems normal but when I am using my web browser sometimes it will spike a lot from 6%~ to 50 or 60% not sure if thats normal or not.
5) will try this
thx!

Hello Shauna,

1) download http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html

and check memory tab

If its not in Dual or quad mode, the ram sticks are not in the right matching slots.

3) using HWmonitor look for TMPIN 2 = MCH = Northbridge , if its not there look at pictures online at what a Northbridge heatsink looks like, On many boards especially MSI, people get issues with this part overheating. they only way is to install a fan there or change the thermal paste or pads.

see picture: thing with MSI logo on it is the northbridge heatsink,:

for an example of a fix:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp_aqzrB0DM

4) cool, that sounds normal.