Windows 10: system randomly lags for a second

Discus and support system randomly lags for a second in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; ive migrated to diferent system and hardware and it keeps happening! its insane!It only noticeable when something is playing video or audio its like... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by bafly, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:47 PM.

  1. BAFLY
    bafly Win User

    system randomly lags for a second


    ive migrated to diferent system and hardware and it keeps happening! its insane!It only noticeable when something is playing video or audio its like repeating 30hz last bit of sound

    :)
     
    bafly, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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  2. JOSE EST
    Jose Est Win User

    Random lag spikes

    Hi,

    We would like to know more about your lag issue:

    • What browser are you using when you experience a lag?
    • Does the lag occur in a particular game?

    In the meantime, we suggest you run the System Maintenance troubleshooter. Here are the steps:

    • Press Windows Key + X.
    • Click on Control Panel.
    • Select Troubleshooting.
    • On the left pane, click on View All.
    • Click on System Maintenance to run the troubleshooter.

    Looking forward to your response.
     
    Jose Est, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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  3. KEN132
    ken132 Win User
    Computer starts randomly lagging

    Sorry to clarify, the internet is not lagging. By lagging I mean the computer is freezing (not completely) and it takes like a couple of second for each action to go through. For example clicking on the window icon > power > shut down, these steps could take up like a minute.

    I've ran ESET OnlineScan and it found no malware. I'm also using malwarebyte and windows security and scheduled to scan everyday so I don't think I have a virus. (I never download anything phishy either).

    I've ran all these as well:
    DISM /Online /CLEANUP-IMAGE /CheckHealth
    DISM /Online /CLEANUP-IMAGE /RestoreHealth
    SFC /scannow

    I tried using Driver Easy to update my drivers. The thing with this is it's so random. It hasn't happened since I last posted in this thread then just now it happened again randomly *Sad

    I don't remember when it started happening because it's been a while and I've just lived with it whenever it happens I just restart my pc. Is there some kind of error logging I can view as soon as it happens after I restart my pc?

    - - - Updated - - -

    Anyone have idea? *Sad
     
    ken132, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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  4. MICHELLE VIL
    Michelle Vil Win User

    system randomly lags for a second

    Second Monitor Lag

    Hi
    Shima Xinkai    ,

    Outdated or incompatible drivers can be one of the factors why this issue occurs. That being said, I suggest performing the Hardware and Device troubleshooter. You can follow the steps below:

    1. Type Troubleshoot in the search bar and hit Enter.
    2. Look for Hardware and Devices and click.
    3. Run the troubleshooter and follow the on-screen instructions .
    4. Check if the issue persists.

    I also recommend performing the steps in this article on how to Update drivers in Windows 10.

    If you continue to have this issue even after performing the above steps, please reply to this thread. The system will notify me so I can get back to you and provide you with more answers.
     
    Michelle Vil, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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