Windows 10: Any fixes to lag/ping spike while playing online pc games?

I've been experiencing lag/ping spike lately and I'm not sure what's causing it. My ping is great outside of playing online, but when I do it spike every so often. I haven't had this issue since building my PC back in 2019. I've stumbled across multiple articles stating to check the Wi-Fi drivers. When I checked I noticed multiple drivers that weren't being used, so I deleted them. I hope I didn't make the matters worse by doing so, but after deleting them the issue was still present. I also got a new Wi-Fi USB adapter to see if that would change anything, but still nothing. I also noticed the

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Random ping spike when playing games

Hello mchhao. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

Try the fixes here for ping spikes during gaming:

https://thegeekpage.com/ping-spikes-in-windows-...

https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/ping-sp...



https://www.elitegameservers.net/clientarea/kno...

https://www.elitegameservers.net/clientarea/kno...

https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/ping-sp...

https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/guide-fix-high-pi...

https://thegeekpage.com/ping-spikes-in-windows-...

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/fix-ping-spikes-... (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro and Reimage ads)

https://www.reddit.com/r/tmobileisp/comments/mh...

https://www.reddit.com/r/summonerschool/comment...

https://www.quora.com/What-can-I-do-to-stop-get...

2) The Display driver is so important here that merely updating it is sometimes not enough. So let's try everything possible to get it working correctly:

First make sure you have updated the Display driver from the PC or Display adapter maker's Support Downloads web page for your exact model number, HP Serial Number or Dell Service Tag - from the sticker on the PC.

If necessary first remove the old driver using DDU https://www.wagnardsoft.com/content/ddu-guide-t... (not necessary with Microsoft Basic driver which is a placeholder if nothing else is available) and/or installing in Safe Mode with Networking (so you have internet), or Safe Mode, accessed by one of these methods: https://www.digitalcitizen.life/4-ways-boot-saf...

While there check also for newer chipset, BIOS/UEFI firmware (very important), network, sound, USB3 and other drivers, comparing to the ones presently installed in Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start Menu.

If this doesn't give you the latest or ideal driver for what you need, compare it to the driver offered by the Intel driver update Utility here: http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/...

or the Nvidia Update utility here: http://www.nvidia.com/Download/Scan.aspx?lang=e...

or the AMD autodect utility here: http://support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/windows/P...

For Display issues one fix that is working is to Roll back or Uninstall the Driver on the Display Device > Driver tab, restart PC to reinstall driver.

You can also try older drivers in Device Manager > Display device > Driver tab > Update Driver > Browse > Let Me Pick.

Then you will know you've tried everything in addition to Windows Update drivers.

Adjust the screen resolution until it fits and looks best at Settings > System > Display.



Check for a monitor driver by expediting Windows Updates (including Optional Updates) in Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for Updates to install all Updates until no more are offered.

3) Go over Windows using this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...

Start with Step 4 to turn off Startup freeloaders which can conflict and cause issues, then Step 7 to check for infection the most thorough way, then step 10 to check for damaged System Files, and also Step 16 to test a new Local Admin account to replace yours which may be corrupted. Then if necessary continue with the other steps to go over your install most thoroughly.

4) If nothing else works then do a Repair Install, by installing Media Creation Tool, open tool and choose to Upgrade Now. This reinstalls Windows while keeping files, programs and most settings in place, is the most stable method to advance to the latest version, and solves most problems. Tutorial here: https://www.tomshardware.com/how-to/fix-windows...

Report back results for each step so I know what else to suggest.

Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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Lag spikes while playing online games

Over the last year or so I have been getting periodic spikes of lag where I am unable to move or control my character in game. I have run multiple ping tests and hardware usage tests and there is no correlation between a high ping and these spikes, or
high hardware usage and these spikes. I receive in game feed back that I have a momentary loss of connection. During these lag spikes I also remain at stable temperatures and other features, such as discord and Spotify, remain connected. If anyone could figure
out my issue or has any tips on how to potentially fix this issue, all help would be appreciated.

 

Windows 11, ping spikes

Hi Dan. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

You could always shrink C in Disk Mgmt and Clean Install WIndows 10 in a Dual Boot to try it on that laptop: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...

This way you can decide if you want to keep it on the PC, go back and forth, use both, or use one and keep the other in reserve. If you decide you want to keep it I'll show you how to still get a free WIndows 10 license, just skip the key during intsall.

Now, here are fixes for ping spikes during gaming:

https://thegeekpage.com/ping-spikes-in-windows-...

https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/ping-sp...



https://www.elitegameservers.net/clientarea/kno...

https://www.elitegameservers.net/clientarea/kno...

https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/ping-sp...

https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/guide-fix-high-pi...

https://thegeekpage.com/ping-spikes-in-windows-...

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/fix-ping-spikes-... (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro and Reimage ads)

https://www.reddit.com/r/tmobileisp/comments/mh...

https://www.reddit.com/r/summonerschool/comment...

https://www.quora.com/What-can-I-do-to-stop-get...

Please report back results for each step in each link, so I know what else to suggest. I will keep helping you until this is resolved.

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Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.