Need help with FPS (GTX 680M)

[Veximist 0]

OK, I've searched countless threads for the answer to this.

Here are my specs

Operating System: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit (6.1, Build 7600)

Processor: Intel® Core i7-3630QM CPU @ 2.40GHz (8 CPUs), ~2.4GHz

Memory: 8192MB RAM

DirectX Version: DirectX 11

GPU: NVIDIA GTX 680M

I have treid changing the settings in NVIDIA control panel, editing the .cfg file, and Ramdisk.

I am only getting 30-45 FPS on DAYZ.

On the Arma 2 Benchmark I get a solid 40.

Help?

Also anyone with a GTX 680M?

Thanks

[M.I.A TIDNAB 13]

have you tried the latest drivers ?

disable antivirus whilst playing if you can..

virus scan

spyware sweep.

(check power settings change to performance and check all the options in there...) important one.

i hope this helps you...

[h3retic 224]

i7-3630QM CPU @ 2.40GHz (8 CPUs)

- has 4 cores and not 8

NVIDIA GTX 680m

- is a mobile gpu, therefore *half powered*

for a laptop it is perfectly normal to run lower fps even though the corersponding desktop components may run the game much better

Edited February 8, 2013 by h3retic

[Meeshe 170]

Is 30-45 not playable for you? Just wondering. I have close to the same laptop. gtx660m, I-7 3610qm (2.3 turbo boost 3.3). I get 20-30+ fps and while its not the greatest it doesnt bother me too badly.

Also how hot does your CPU get? I have to turn turbo boost off because my laptop gets toasty with it on so I don't get the 3.3 turbo boost benefit, (though thats only about 5 fps difference when its on).I think I'll have to take it apart and check thermal paste, but am hesitant as I've never done that before.

You said you did the .config change. I'm guessing the =1, not =0 on the 2 GPU lines. How much did it help your dps? I'm not seeing anything other than a couple fps difference.

Have you turned shadows completely off? That can help fps. Also have you tried vert sync actually on? I've read and it happens for me that I actually get a bit better fps with it on. I totally dont understand why but it happens. It helped with tearing to, I dont know why I was getting tearing as Im not getting near 60 fps but I do :(

Not trying to hijack your thread, I just figured similiar experiences and questions asked might lead to a solution. :)

EDIT...have you tried setting priority higher in processes in windows task manager?

Edited February 8, 2013 by Phooey

[Veximist 0]

i7-3630QM CPU @ 2.40GHz (8 CPUs)

- has 4 cores and not 8

NVIDIA GTX 680m

- is a mobile gpu, therefore *half powered*

for a laptop it is perfectly normal to run lower fps even though the corersponding desktop components may run the game much better

OK fair enough, but it shouldnt run at 40 fps when set to the absolute lowest settings.

Also, I ran http://www.systemreq...ntslab.com/cyri and I was at the max.

Is 30-45 not playable for you? Just wondering. I have close to the same laptop. gtx660m, I-7 3610qm (2.3 turbo boost 3.3). I get 20-30+ fps and while its not the greatest it doesnt bother me too badly.

Also how hot does your CPU get? I have to turn turbo boost off because my laptop gets toasty with it on so I don't get the 3.3 turbo boost benefit, (though thats only about 5 fps difference when its on).I think I'll have to take it apart and check thermal paste, but am hesitant as I've never done that before.

You said you did the .config change. I'm guessing the =1, not =0 on the 2 GPU lines. How much did it help your dps? I'm not seeing anything other than a couple fps difference.

Have you turned shadows completely off? That can help fps. Also have you tried vert sync actually on? I've read and it happens for me that I actually get a bit better fps with it on. I totally dont understand why but it happens. It helped with tearing to, I dont know why I was getting tearing as Im not getting near 60 fps but I do :(

Not trying to hijack your thread, I just figured similiar experiences and questions asked might lead to a solution. :)

EDIT...have you tried setting priority higher in processes in windows task manager?

Yes Iv'e tried changing settings, I can never get more then 45+ fps stabily even at lowest settings

Edited February 8, 2013 by Veximist

[nik21 287]

I'd say the frames are alright for a laptop. Considering that you probably got a 5400 rpm HDD in this thing,

[h3retic 224]

in fact i would say that u are lucky to get 40 fps on a laptop

arma 2 is really a game for desctop pc, it just is

there is nothing special about ur specs, they are OK. 40 fps are exactly what u should be getting, in my opinion

[Lord Jerec 0]

I have a very similar setup, almost identical even:

 

Clevo P170EM

i7-3630

8GB Ram

Onboard Intel HD 4000 with a 680M GPU using the Primus Nvidia thing.

1TB 7200rpm (secondary drive, primary is SSD used only for OS and afew odds and sods)

 

I can only hit 22 to 28 fps using Fraps.

 

Its not really an issue but it can dip to 15-17 when I'm in a building with an outside view.

 

I've followed some vids to help but its never gone over 30.

 

Any suggestions?

 

Also is the turbo controlled by the Nvidia software and if so how do I get it going?

 

Cheers