How to Boost FPS in Windows 11/10

1. Update Graphics Drivers

Outdated graphics drivers are one of the most common causes of poor FPS. GPU manufacturers regularly release driver updates that include performance improvements and bug fixes.

For NVIDIA Users:

• Download GeForce Experience or visit nvidia.com/drivers
• Use "Clean Installation" option when updating
• Enable "Game Ready Driver" notifications

For AMD Users:

• Download AMD Adrenalin software
• Use DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller) before major updates
• Enable "Gaming" profile in Radeon Software

2. Optimize Windows Settings

Windows includes several visual effects and background processes that can impact gaming performance.

Enable Game Mode:

1. Open Settings → Gaming → Game Mode
2. Toggle Game Mode to "On"
3. This prioritizes system resources for games

Disable Visual Effects:

1. Search "Performance" in Windows Search
2. Select "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows"
3. Choose "Adjust for best performance" or customize individual settings

3. Registry Tweaks for Gaming

Several registry tweaks can improve gaming performance by optimizing system priorities and reducing latency:

• Disable HPET (High Precision Event Timer)
• Optimize network throttling index
• Adjust system responsiveness
• Configure GPU scheduling priority

Pro Tip: XNRL Tweaks automates all these registry optimizations safely with one click.

4. GPU Control Panel Optimization

NVIDIA Control Panel Settings:

• Power Management Mode: Prefer Maximum Performance
• Texture Filtering - Quality: High Performance
• Low Latency Mode: Ultra (for competitive gaming)
• Vertical Sync: Off (unless screen tearing is severe)

AMD Radeon Settings:

• Anti-Lag: Enabled
• Radeon Boost: Enabled
• Texture Filtering Quality: Performance
• Wait for Vertical Refresh: Off

5. High Performance Power Plan

Windows power plans can significantly impact gaming performance. The default "Balanced" plan throttles CPU performance to save energy.

1. Open Control Panel → Power Options
2. Select "High Performance" plan
3. Click "Change plan settings" → "Change advanced power settings"
4. Set "Processor power management" → "Minimum processor state" to 100%
5. Set "PCI Express" → "Link State Power Management" to Off

6. Disable Background Apps

Background applications consume CPU, RAM, and disk resources that could be used for gaming.

Common Resource Hogs:

• Windows Update (pause during gaming sessions)
• OneDrive sync
• Browser tabs and extensions
• Discord hardware acceleration (if causing issues)
• RGB software (can use 5-10% CPU)