{"id":27053,"date":"2025-08-08T21:54:39","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T21:54:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=27053"},"modified":"2025-09-03T16:16:29","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T16:16:29","slug":"windows-10-pc-is-stuttering-every-few-seconds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-10-pc-is-stuttering-every-few-seconds\/","title":{"rendered":"[FIXED] Windows 10\/11 PC Is Stuttering Every Few Seconds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PC stuttering is a common problem many Windows users face, whether they use hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). In other words, this issue isn\u2019t limited to older systems\u2014it can happen to anyone.<\/p>\n<p>The good news? There are several ways to fix it. In this article, we\u2019ll explore the different factors that cause computer stuttering and offer effective solutions to resolve them.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">TL;DR <\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p><b>Why is my PC stuttering?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Your PC may stutter due to outdated drivers, overheating, background apps, malware, or hardware and software incompatibilities.<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2705 Fixes to stop the stutter:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Check system requirements <\/b>for your games and software.<\/li>\n<li><b>Update graphics drivers<\/b> manually or with a tool like Auslogics Driver Updater.<\/li>\n<li><b>Close background apps<\/b> and disable unnecessary startup programs.<\/li>\n<li><b>Uninstall problematic software<\/b> that spikes resource usage.<\/li>\n<li><b>Adjust power settings<\/b> to avoid power-saving throttles.<\/li>\n<li><b>Scan for malware<\/b> using Windows Security or a dedicated tool.<\/li>\n<li><b>Repair system files<\/b> using the System File Checker (SFC).<\/li>\n<li><b>Install Windows updates<\/b> or roll back faulty ones.<\/li>\n<li><b>Keep your apps and browsers updated<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Turn off wallpaper slideshow<\/b> to reduce system load.<\/li>\n<li><b>Disable notifications and Action Center<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Turn off the high precision event timer (HPET)<\/b> if it causes latency.<\/li>\n<li><b>Fix overheating issues<\/b> (clean fans, reapply thermal paste, monitor temps).<\/li>\n<li><b>Disable unused CD\/DVD drives<\/b> to eliminate odd hardware conflicts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udfae Bonus tips for gamers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2699 Lower in-game graphics settings (but keep resolution high).<br \/>\n\u2699 Enable shader pre-compilation if available.<br \/>\n\u2699 Try switching to <b>DirectX 11<\/b> if DX12 causes issues.<br \/>\n\u2699 Toggle <b>Game Mode<\/b> on\/off to see what works better.<br \/>\n\u2699 Cap your frame rate to avoid inconsistent FPS delivery.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>Why Is My PC Stuttering All of a Sudden?<\/h2>\n<p>Sudden stuttering is usually caused by issues with your system\u2019s hardware, software, or settings. It often happens when your CPU, GPU, or memory is overwhelmed, when drivers are outdated, or when background apps are hogging resources.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a closer look at the most common culprits behind unexpected stuttering:<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fixes.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Outdated or corrupted drivers<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-are-device-drivers-and-why-are-they-crucial-for-your-pc\/\">Drivers<\/a> act as the communication bridge between your operating system and hardware components. When your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-if-my-drivers-are-up-to-date-on-windows-10-pc\/\">drivers are outdated<\/a>, faulty, or corrupted\u2014especially <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-graphics-driver-in-minutes-windows-10-11\/\">graphics<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-audio-drivers-on-windows-10-11-to-fix-sound-issues\/\">audio<\/a>, or storage drivers\u2014they may disrupt data flow and cause your computer to stutter.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Updates.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Problematic Windows updates<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ironically, Windows updates don\u2019t always fix bugs and system glitches. Sometimes, updates create PC issues, causing the system to freeze every few seconds.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Faulty or aging hardware<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From RAM issues to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-improve-hdd-performance-and-make-it-faster\/\">a failing hard drive<\/a>, hardware problems can wreak havoc on your system\u2019s stability. Even a loose connection or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-stop-a-laptop-from-overheating\/\">overheating component<\/a> could be to blame.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_App.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Too many background applications<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If too many apps are running in the background simultaneously, your system may be unable to handle all those processes, which affects PC performance.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Safety-and-Data-Security.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Malicious programs or files<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">Malware<\/a> doesn\u2019t always announce itself. It can quietly run in the background, eating up system resources, tampering with files, or blocking updates. Even low-level threats like adware can slow things down. If your PC stutters out of nowhere, a hidden malicious program could be the culprit\u2014so don\u2019t skip that deep antivirus scan.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Compatibility.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\"> Incompatible software or games<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If your computer stutters randomly, especially in demanding applications, your system specifications may not meet the requirements for the program you\u2019re running.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Route.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\"> Recent OS upgrade issues<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This could be the issue if you recently upgraded your PC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/differences-between-windows-11-and-windows-10\/\">to Windows 10\/11<\/a>, as the operating system may not support some programs, drivers, or even hardware. So, if you\u2019re wondering, \u201cWhy is my PC stuttering?\u201d these may be the causes to look into. However, regardless of the reasons for this abnormal PC behavior, the following solutions should help you resolve it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shcode-askquestion\">\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__heading\">Need help with your PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"shcode-askquestion__text\">Try our <a href=\"https:\/\/qa.auslogics.com\/questions\/most_commented\" target=\"_blank\">Ask a Question<\/a> service &mdash; our experts will diagnose and resolve your PC issues completely free of charge.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Fix Computer Stuttering on Windows 10\/11<\/h2>\n<p>And now to the good news. There\u2019s actually a fix. In fact, there are several user-tested solutions that will help you get rid of PC stuttering. We suggest you start from the easiest ones (we\u2019ve listed them first) and then make your way to the more advanced fixes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Top recommended user fixes:<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/buildapc\/comments\/1cvysmv\/stutteringframedrops_on_every_game_its_driving_me\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Several users on Reddit<\/a> swear by disabling as many background processes as possible.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/techsupport\/comments\/11o3bem\/pc_stuttering_really_bad_on_windows_10_need_help\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">another thread<\/a>, a user mentioned that disabling HPET stopped their computer from stuttering.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Solution 1: Check if your system meets the minimum requirements for running your software<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re running a particularly resource-intensive program, like Photoshop, or are playing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/the-most-demanding-pc-games-of-pushing-hardware-to-the-limits\/\">one of the most demanding PC games<\/a>, your PC has to meet specific requirements to support the program. Otherwise, the PC will freeze or lag since it can\u2019t handle all that pressure from the software you\u2019re trying to run.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, visit the program publisher\u2019s website to check if your system meets all the requirements to support it.<\/p>\n<p>Most resource-intensive software programs depend on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/check-graphics-card-on-windows-10\/\">graphics card<\/a>. So, you have to confirm that your graphics card meets the program\u2019s requirements. Moreover, you may think you\u2019re using the right Intel chipset when using one from the wrong generation. You can check your GPU\u2019s details and chipset make and model in the Windows\u2019 DirectX Diagnostic Tool. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + R<\/code> to launch the Run dialog box.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After Run appears, go to the text box and type <em>dxdiag<\/em>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code><i>.<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dxdiag-run.webp\" alt=\"Type in dxdiag\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Yes <\/i>if you see a pop-up dialog.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <i>System Information<\/i> section under the <i>System<\/i> tab to check your PC\u2019s details. You\u2019ll find information about your operating system, processor (including generation), and RAM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/DirectX-Diagnostic-Tools.png\" alt=\"Go to the System Information section under the System tab to check your PC\u2019s details \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Additionally, take a look at the tabs above. If you have a dedicated graphics card, you will see two display tabs. <em>Display 1<\/em> usually shows details for your system\u2019s integrated chip, while <em>Display 2<\/em> provides information about your dedicated graphics card, whether it\u2019s an NVIDIA or AMD GPU.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Direct-X-Diagnostic-Tools-NVIDIA.webp\" alt=\"Display 1 usually shows details for your system\u2019s integrated chip, while Display 2 provides information about your dedicated graphics card\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">\ud83d\udd0d What else to verify against the software\u2019s requirements:<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>CPU: <\/b>Is your processor fast enough and on the supported list?<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>RAM: <\/b>Does your PC have the minimum (or recommended) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-much-ram-do-i-need-heres-how-to-choose-the-right-amount-windows-10-11\/\">amount of RAM<\/a>? 16 GB is often the sweet spot for modern games and creative software.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Storage type and space:<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ssd-vs-hdd-whats-the-difference-and-what-to-choose\/\">SSDs<\/a> offer better read\/write speeds than HDDs. Also, make sure you have enough free space.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Operating system: <\/b>Is your OS version supported? Some software no longer works with older builds of Windows 10.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Display resolution: <\/b>High-res software UIs or games may require a minimum screen resolution.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drivers and frameworks: <\/b>Certain apps need up-to-date <b>GPU drivers<\/b>\u00a0or <b>supporting libraries<\/b> like DirectX, .NET, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/microsoft-visual-c-redistributables-on-windows-10\/\">Visual C++ Redistributables<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/b> You can usually find these specs on the software publisher\u2019s website. Compare them with your PC\u2019s specs by right-clicking <em>This PC &gt; Properties<\/em> or using the Task Manager and Device Manager to dig deeper.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/troubleshooting-your-graphics-card-does-not-support-directx-11-features\/\">Your Graphics Card Does Not Support DirectX 11 Features<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 2: Update your graphics card driver<\/h3>\n<p>Outdated device drivers are among the most common causes of slow performance, stuttering, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/solved-what-to-do-when-your-computer-keeps-freezing-randomly\/\"> PC freezing<\/a> on Windows 10\/11. The display drivers are specifically to blame if your PC is stuttering every two seconds with audio and video issues or your game starts to lag.<\/p>\n<p>Installing your PC\u2019s latest graphics card drivers is the only way out. You can do that manually or automatically.<\/p>\n<p>How to update your drivers manually:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + X<\/code> and select <i>Device Manager <\/i> from the Quick Access menu.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Find and expand <i>Display adapters<\/i>, right-click on your display adapter, and click <i>Update driver<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NVIDIA-GeForce-update-driver.webp\" alt=\"Expand Display adapters\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019ll be presented with two options. Select <i>Search automatically for drivers <\/i> to get an automatic update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/How-to-update-drivers-manually.jpg\" alt=\"Select Search automatically for drivers\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Or select <i>Browse my computer for drivers <\/i> to search on your PC and install the new driver files you\u2019ve already downloaded from the manufacturer\u2019s website (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fixing-amd-software-has-stopped-working\/\">AMD<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/optimizing-gpu-how-to-update-nvidia-graphics-drivers-on-windows-10-11\/\">NVIDIA<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also, read our detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-graphics-driver-in-minutes-windows-10-11\/\">how to update your graphics driver in minutes.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>How to update your drivers automatically:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A more reliable method would be to use a third-party driver updating tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/go\/blog_auslogics_fromarticles\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/downloads\/?ref=windows-10-pc-is-stuttering-every-few-seconds\">Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This intuitive program scans your system for driver-related issues, such as outdated or corrupted device drivers, and fixes them. <div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Driver-Updater-Main-Screen.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div> Once Driver Updater has detected faulty drivers, all it takes to install the newest available driver versions is one click of a button. You no longer have to invest time in looking up the driver models and versions on your PC.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">Moreover, you don\u2019t have to worry about incompatibility issues since only the correct drivers for your system are installed.<\/p>\n<p>The program also lets you schedule automatic scans to ensure driver updates are installed as soon as they are released.<\/p>\n<p>If the new drivers cause issues, you can quickly revert to the previous versions. <a href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/after-download\/\">Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a> supports Windows 10 and 11, so you don\u2019t have to worry about whether the tool will work on your system.<\/p>\n<p>It also downloads and installs drivers that are compatible with your operating system.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group top\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/driver-updater\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Once all the updates have been installed, restart your computer and check if the PC stuttering issue persists.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 3: Close background applications<\/h3>\n<p>Your system runs best when its resources\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-windows-shellexperiencehost-exe\/\">CPU<\/a>, memory, disk usage\u2014aren\u2019t being spread too thin. If you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-stop-apps-from-running-in-the-background-on-windows-10-pc\/\">too many apps running in the background<\/a>, they can eat up those resources, causing your Windows 10\/11 PC to stutter or freeze at random intervals.<\/p>\n<p>Some apps constantly sync data, run scheduled tasks, or simply stay active without your knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>While one or two may not cause an issue, a pile-up can seriously slow things down.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">Apps like cloud storage services (Dropbox, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/easy-guide-how-to-disable-onedrive-and-uninstall-it-completely-from-windows-10-11\/\">OneDrive<\/a>), messaging apps (Skype, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/stop-microsoft-teams-from-opening\/\">Teams<\/a>), and game launchers (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/uninstall-steam-games-win10\/\">Steam<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-completely-delete-the-epic-games-launcher\/\">Epic Games<\/a>) are often active in the background and can safely be closed when not in use. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Let\u2019s break this fix into two parts:<\/p>\n<p><strong>A.<\/strong> Stop currently running background apps<\/p>\n<p><strong>B.<\/strong> Disable apps from launching at startup<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\u27a1\ufe0f A. How to stop currently running background apps (Windows 10\/11)<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Ctrl + Shift + Esc<\/code> to open the Task Manager.<\/li>\n<li>Go to the <i>Processes <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n<li>Review the list of running applications and background processes.<\/li>\n<li>Right-click on the ones you don\u2019t need and select <i>End task<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f Be careful not to close essential system processes\u2014stick to apps you recognize.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\u27a1\ufe0f B. How to disable startup and background apps<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Some apps launch automatically every time your PC starts. You can disable them to prevent unnecessary strain from the startup.<\/p>\n<p><b>For Windows 10<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Windows + I<\/code> to open Settings.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to <i>Apps &gt; Startup<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Turn off the toggle next to apps you don\u2019t want to run at startup.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your PC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>How to disable background apps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go back to <i>Settings &gt; Privacy<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down the left pane and click on <i>Background app<\/i>s.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the right, turn off background activity for apps you don\u2019t need.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your PC.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>For Windows 11<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Windows + I<\/code> to open <i>Settings<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to <i>Apps &gt; Startup<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Turn off the switch for apps you want to prevent from auto-launching.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your PC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Windows 11 no longer includes the <i>Background apps <\/i> section in privacy settings. Most background activity is now controlled via startup permissions or within individual app settings. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Solution 4: Uninstall the problematic software<\/h3>\n<p>This fix is applicable if you started experiencing the error after installing a particular program. The software may not be compatible with your system.<\/p>\n<p>Or, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-computer-glitches-with-registry-cleaner\/\"> it might be glitchy<\/a>, hence the reason it\u2019s consuming a lot of your system resources and causing the PC stuttering problem.<\/p>\n<p>To identify the problematic application, launch the Task Manager and check if the suspicious program is the one causing a spike in system resources.<\/p>\n<p>If it is, uninstall via the <i>Programs and Features <\/i> section in the Settings app or Control Panel.<\/p>\n<p>Note that when using the Settings app, there are different ways <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-uninstall-programs-in-windows-10\/\"> to uninstall programs<\/a> on Windows 10 and 11.<\/p>\n<p><b>\u27a1\ufe0f Here\u2019s how to remove apps from Windows 10<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the Settings application and click on <i>Apps. <\/i><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Use the search feature on the <i>Apps &amp; features <\/i> page to look for the program you want to uninstall.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After it shows up, click on it and select <i>Uninstall. <\/i><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Uninstall <\/i> again and follow the subsequent instructions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>\u27a1\ufe0f How to remove apps from Windows 11<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the Settings app and click <i>Apps <\/i>on the left side of the window.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Installed apps<\/i> on the right side of the next screen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/26.png\" alt=\"Click Installed Apps\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can use the search box to find the app you want to remove.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once you get to the program, click on the three dots (next to the program\u2019s size) and select <em>Uninstall<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/27.png\" alt=\"Select Uninstall\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Uninstall <\/i> again in the confirmation box and follow the prompts to complete the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check whether your PC stutters every few seconds now. If it still does, proceed with the next solution.<\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Middle_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"4017758677\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h3>Solution 5: Check your PC\u2019s power management settings<\/h3>\n<p>Your computer system has a feature that lets you customize your power plan to control how it consumes power.<\/p>\n<p>Your system may not function optimally if you\u2019ve selected an incorrect power plan. Instead, it\u2019ll start to lag.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/simple-guide-how-to-restore-missing-power-plans-options-on-windows\/\">Resetting the power plan<\/a> to its default settings might resolve the error. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <i>Control Panel <\/i> in the search bar and click the best match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Check-Your-PCs-Power-Management-Settings-1.png\" alt=\"Type \u201cControl Panel\u201d in the search bar and click to open. \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Select <i>Hardware and Sound<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Check-Your-PCs-Power-Management-Settings-2.png\" alt=\"Select \u201cHardware and Sound.\u201d\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Choose a power plan <\/i> under <i>Power Options<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Change plan settings<\/i> next to your power plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Check-Your-PCs-Power-Management-Settings-3.png\" alt=\"Click \u201cChoose a power plan\u201d under \u201cPower Options.\u201d Click \u201cChange plan settings.\u201d\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Click the <i>Change advanced power settings <\/i> link.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Check-Your-PCs-Power-Management-Settings-4.png\" alt=\"Click the \u201cChange advanced power settings\u201d link.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the <i>Restore plan defaults <\/i> button at the bottom of the window and confirm. If you have several customized plans, select each from the drop-down list and click <i>Restore plan defaults<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>OK<\/i> to confirm your choice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Check-Your-PCs-Power-Management-Settings-5.png\" alt=\"Click on the \u201cRestore plan defaults\u201d button at the bottom of the page. If you have several customized plans, select each from the drop-down list and click \u201cRestore plan defaults.\u201d\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Once done, restart your Windows PC and check if the PC stuttering issue has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/open-control-panel-windows-10\/\">Windows 10 Control Panel: Where to Find It<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 6: Scan your system for malware<\/h3>\n<p>A malware infection can corrupt system and application files and cause the computer stuttering issue on your Windows PC.<\/p>\n<p>If the error persists, it\u2019s worth trying a malware scan. You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-10-prevents-antivirus-installation\/\">a built-in Windows tool<\/a> called Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender), which offers solid baseline protection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Start<\/i>, type <i>Windows Security<\/i>, and hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to <i>Virus &amp; threat protection<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Scan options<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Full scan <\/i> and click <i>Scan now<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Wait for the scan to complete.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Follow prompts to remove any detected threats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native left\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">If the Windows Security scan hasn\u2019t detected anything, but you still suspect there may be malicious interference on your PC, consider adding an extra layer of protection with <a href=\"\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/after-download\/\">Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a> . Why not just stick with your default antivirus? Because certain threats\u2014especially those that disguise themselves as legitimate system components\u2014can slip through the cracks.<\/p>\n<p>A dedicated anti-malware solution adds enhanced security and will help you make sure that your laptop is malware-free.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group left\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Solution 7: Scan your system files for corruption<\/h3>\n<p>If the malware removal tool found malware in your system, then there is a high chance some system <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-find-and-fix-corrupted-files-in-windows-10\/\">files have been corrupted<\/a> or damaged. In that case, running a System File Checker scan will help repair all the corrupted files. To run an SFC scan, follow the instructions below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <em>Command Prompt<\/em> in the search bar and select <i>Run as<\/i> <em>administrator<\/em> in the right pane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/34.png\" alt=\"Run Command Prompt as Administrator\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>In the elevated Command Prompt, execute the command <em>sfc \/scannow<\/em>. Give the tool a few moments to check for issues and attempt to fix them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/35.png\" alt=\"Type in sfc\/scannow\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Once done, reboot Windows and check if Windows keeps stuttering every few seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Solution 8: Update Windows<\/h3>\n<p>Windows updates are required to keep your system functioning properly. The updates usually introduce new features, security updates, and enhancements to your OS.<\/p>\n<p>Typically, Windows updates are automatically installed whenever they are available. However, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/do-i-need-manually-check-for-win10-updates\/\">manually check for updates<\/a> and install them.<\/p>\n<p>Here is how to do that on Windows 10:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + I<\/code> to open the Settings app.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <em>Updates<\/em> into the <i>Find a setting <\/i>field, and select <i>Check for updates<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">In the next window, check if any pending updates are waiting to be installed and install them. If there are none, click the <i>Check for updates <\/i>button and wait for Windows to search for and install all available updates.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You may be required to click the <i>Download &amp; install <\/i> button for feature or quality updates.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After downloading updates, restart your computer to complete the installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Follow these steps for Windows 11:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + I<\/code> to open the Settings app.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click<i>Windows Update<\/i> in the top-right corner of the <i>Settings<\/i> window or click the <i>Windows Update<\/i> tab at the bottom of the left pane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/40.png\" alt=\"Click on Windows Update\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Check for updates <\/i> button once you see the <i>Windows Update <\/i> page.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can also click the <i>Download &amp; install <\/i> button next to a cumulative quality or feature update.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your computer to complete the installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sometimes, updates could be responsible for PC issues like random freezes and crashes. If that\u2019s the case, then uninstalling the problematic update should fix the problem.<\/p>\n<p><b>How to uninstall a Windows cumulative update<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To uninstall a Windows cumulative update, follow these instructions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + I<\/code>, type <i>update history <\/i> into the <i>Find a setting <\/i> text box, and select <i>View your Update history<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/41.png\" alt=\"Select  <em>View update history<\/em>\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>You can see a list of all the recently installed Windows updates. Click the <i>Uninstall updates <\/i> link to open the <em>Installed updates<\/em> page in the Control Panel.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">In Windows 11, you must collapse the update history list and click <em>Uninstall updates<\/em> under <em>Related settings<\/em> and click <em>Uninstall<\/em> next to the update you want to uninstall. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/43.png\" alt=\"Open the <em>Installed updates<\/em> page\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-update-troubleshooter-easily-fixing-windows-update-issues\/\">Windows Update Troubleshooter: Fixing Windows Update Issues<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Solution 9: Keep apps and programs updated<\/h3>\n<p>All your applications, including Windows apps and third-party apps, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-keep-your-software-up-to-date\/\">should always be up to date<\/a> to keep working correctly. If your PC is stuttering every two seconds with audio and video issues when using a browser, update the browser to the latest version.<\/p>\n<p>If this doesn\u2019t work, try disabling all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/block-installation-of-edge-extensions-by-other-users\/\">browser extensions<\/a>, add-ons, and plugins to check if they are causing the issue.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-the-best-internet-browser\/\">try using another browser<\/a> to see if the computer stuttering gets resolved.<\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Middle_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"4017758677\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h3>Solution 10: Disable wallpaper slideshow<\/h3>\n<p>The wallpaper slideshow feature may cause a brief system freeze that can cause Windows 10 and 11 to stutter, especially when gaming or watching videos.<\/p>\n<p>To fix this, turn off the background slideshow or change the interval to make it happen less frequently.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to keep the feature, think about adjusting the interval to once per day to reduce interruptions. Here\u2019s how to disable the feature:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Right-click on your desktop and choose <i>Personalize<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/44.png\" alt=\"Choose Personalization.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Select <i>Background<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/45.png\" alt=\"Select Background.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Select <i>Slideshow <\/i>from the drop-down beside <i>Personalize your background<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/46.png\" alt=\"Select Slideshow beside Personalize your background.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Use the drop-down menu beside <em>Change picture every<\/em> to change the interval.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/47.png\" alt=\"Use the dropdown menu beside change picture every to change the interval.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Restart the PC to see whether it resolves the problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Solution 11: Disable notifications and Action Center<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/answers\/questions\/3220250\/windows-10-stuttering-with-new-update?page=4&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\">According to several users<\/a>, disabling notifications and Action Center fixed the stuttering issue on their Windows PCs. To try this solution, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press <code>Windows + R<\/code>, type <em>gpedit.msc<\/em> into the Run text box, and hit the <code>Enter<\/code> key.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Disable-the-Notification-and-Action-Center-1.png\" alt=\"Press the \u201cWindows + R\u201d and type \u201cgpedit.msc\u201d into the \u201cRun\u201d text box, and hit the \u201cEnter\u201d key.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">In the Group Policy Editor window, navigate to this path: <i>User Configuration &gt; Administrative Templates &gt; Start Menu and Taskbar<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">In the right sidebar, locate the <i>Remove Notifications and Action Center <\/i> policy and double-click it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On the next screen, click the <i>Enabled <\/i> radio button. This removes Action Center, and you won\u2019t be able to review any notifications that you\u2019ve missed.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on <i>Apply<\/i>, select <i>OK<\/i>, and restart your system for the changes to take effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Disable-the-Notification-and-Action-Center-2.png\" alt=\"Click on \u201cApply,\u201d select \u201cOK,\u201d and restart your system for the changes to take effect.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3><b>Solution 12: Disable your system\u2019s high precision event timer device<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The high precision event timer, HPET for short, is a Windows device used to synchronize multimedia streams to reduce the need for unnecessary timestamp calculations. The device is designed to smooth your system\u2019s playback.<\/p>\n<p>The tool can indeed increase PC performance and facilitate an impressive playback experience. But it can also cause latency issues and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-view-and-improve-frames-per-second-fps-on-windows\/\">FPS losses<\/a> when you start playing games. Disabling it can remove the PC stuttering issues you experience when gaming. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Launch Device Manager via the Quick Access menu (<code>Win + X<\/code>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Disable-Your-Systems-High-Precision-Event-Timer-Device-1.png\" alt=\"Launch the Device Manager via the Quick Access menu (Win + X).\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Alternatively, press the <code>Win + R<\/code> shortcut, type <em>devmgmt.msc<\/em> into the Run box, and hit the <code>Enter<\/code> key.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Disable-Your-Systems-High-Precision-Event-Timer-Device-2.png\" alt=\"Alternatively, press the Win + R shortcut, type \u201cdevmgmt.msc\u201d into the \u201cRun\u201d box, and hit the \u201cEnter\u201d key.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once Device Manager appears, go to the <i>System devices <\/i> category and expand it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, locate and right-click on <i>High precision event timer<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Disable device <\/i> from the context menu.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Yes<\/i> in the confirmation pop-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Solution 13: Reduce thermal throttling<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>When your CPU or GPU overheats, your system initiates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/encyclopedia\/term\/thermal-throttling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">thermal throttling<\/a>\u2014a built-in safety feature that lowers the processor\u2019s clock speed to prevent permanent damage. This is a precautionary step to prevent emergencies before the computer turns off.<\/p>\n<p>Think of it as your PC hitting the brakes just before it crashes into a wall. The processor often slows down, cools down, then speeds back up, etc.<\/p>\n<p>This can cause a PC to stutter every few seconds and be less seamless, which makes troubleshooting difficult.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>\ud83d\udd0d <b>Why it happens:<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Thermal throttling usually kicks in when the processor\u2019s temperature approaches the maximum limit set by the manufacturer. Factors like dust buildup, ineffective cooling, aging thermal paste, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-overclocking-a-cpu-explained-in-detail\/\">overclocking<\/a> can all contribute to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-computer-overheating-top-reasons-and-effective-fixes\/\">overheating issue<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>\ud83e\uddea <b>How to detect it:<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/the-why-and-how-of-computer-stress-tests-a-users-handbook\/\">Run a stress test<\/a> using tools like:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u27a1\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mersenne.org\/download\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><b>Prime95<\/b><\/a> (for CPUs)<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u27a1\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/geeks3d.com\/furmark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><b>FurMark<\/b><\/a> (for GPUs)<\/p>\n<p>Then monitor your temperatures using software like <b>HWMonitor<\/b> or <b>Core Temp<\/b>. If your CPU or GPU is nearing its maximum temperature threshold (often around 90\u2013100\u00b0C for CPUs), throttling is likely the culprit.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>\ud83e\uddf9 <b>How to fix it:<\/b><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u27a1\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/enjoy-a-dust-free-pc-expert-tips-on-how-to-clean-a-computer\/\"><b>Clean your PC<\/b><\/a>\u2014remove dust from fans, vents, and heat sinks.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>\u27a1\ufe0f Check your cooling system<\/b>\u2014ensure fans are spinning correctly and airflow is unobstructed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>\u27a1\ufe0f Reapply thermal paste<\/b> if it\u2019s been a couple of years or you\u2019ve noticed temperature spikes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>\u27a1\ufe0f Undo overclocking<\/b>\u2014return to stock settings to stabilize temperatures.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Keeping temperatures in check doesn\u2019t just prevent stutters\u2014it can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/average-lifespan-of-a-laptop-tips-on-how-to-make-it-last-longer\/\">extend your hardware\u2019s lifespan<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 14: Disable the CD\/DVD drive<\/h3>\n<p>This fix is something you can try only if your PC has a working CD\/DVD drive. <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/answers\/questions\/3789712\/computer-stutters-after-windows-10-update-%2820h2-up?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Some users<\/a> reported that disabling their CD\/DVD drives has helped them get rid of PC stuttering. Here\u2019s what you can do:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Press the <code>Windows key + X<\/code> and click <em>Device Manager<\/em> to launch it. Alternatively, press <code>Windows + R<\/code>, type <em>devmgmt.msc<\/em>, and hit the <code>Enter<\/code> key.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/53.png\" alt=\"Type in devmgmt.msc, and hit Enter\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Locate <i>DVD\/CD-ROM drives <\/i> and expand it. Right-click on the drive and click the <i>Disable device <\/i> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/54.png\" alt=\"Go to the Driver tab and click the Disable Device button.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Yes <\/i> and select <i>OK <\/i> to save your changes. This action disables the CD\/DVD drive.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">To re-enable it, repeat the steps above but select <i>Enable device <\/i> this time.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>OK<\/i> to save your changes and check if this helps fix the PC stuttering problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<h2>How to Fix Computer Stuttering While Playing Games<\/h2>\n<p>If your PC stutters every few seconds while gaming, the issue could stem from a mix of in-game settings, driver behavior, or system-level performance bottlenecks. Here\u2019s how to reduce or eliminate game stutter and get smoother gameplay:<\/p>\n<p><b>Lower in-game settings (except resolution)<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Start by reducing resource-heavy graphics settings while keeping the resolution unchanged (at least initially). Focus on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Shadows<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Ambient occlusion<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Anti-aliasing<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Post-processing effects<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Draw\/render distance<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">V-Sync or motion blur<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These features can significantly strain your GPU and CPU. Lowering them lightens the processing load, improving frame pacing and reducing stutter without drastically affecting visual quality.<\/p>\n<p><b>Gradually increase settings after stabilization<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If the stutter disappears after lowering settings, try increasing them incrementally to find the sweet spot your system can handle. This helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/winning-strategies-how-to-optimize-your-pc-for-high-performance-gaming\/\">optimize performance<\/a> without compromising too much on visuals.<\/p>\n<p><b>Watch for shader compilation stutter in DirectX 12 games<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Many modern games that use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/directx-12-ultimate-here-is-what-you-should-know\/\">DirectX 12<\/a> experience initial stutter due to real-time shader compilation. This is especially common during cutscenes or when entering new areas. Look for a setting that allows shader pre-compilation (sometimes called <i>Compile Shaders on Startup<\/i>) in the graphics or video menu.<\/p>\n<p>If unavailable, switching to DirectX 11 mode\u2014when supported\u2014can help, as it handles shaders differently.<\/p>\n<p><b>Toggle Windows Game Mode<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Windows 10\/11 includes a Game Mode feature that prioritizes system resources for gaming. However, on some systems, it may introduce stuttering instead of solving it. Go to <i>Settings &gt; Gaming &gt; Game Mode <\/i> and try toggling it off or on, depending on its current state. Some users report reduced stutter when it&#8217;s disabled.<\/p>\n<p><b>Cap your frame rate for smoother delivery<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Uncapped <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-ping-issues-and-low-fps-gaming-on-windows-11\/\">frame rates<\/a> can cause frame pacing issues, especially if your system fluctuates between high and low <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-view-and-improve-frames-per-second-fps-on-windows\/\">FPS<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Use:\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\">In-game frame rate limiters<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\">V-Sync (to sync frames with your monitor\u2019s refresh rate)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>External GPU tools like NVIDIA Control Panel or AMD Radeon Software to set frame caps. A steady frame rate ensures smoother transitions and prevents micro-stutters caused by inconsistent delivery.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Computer Stuttering: Fixed<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been asking, \u201cWhy is my PC stuttering all of a sudden?\u201d carefully go through this article and implement the solutions discussed. Stuttering in Windows 10\/11 can be a frustrating and persistent issue.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve looked into several possible causes, including out-of-date drivers, troublesome Windows updates, defective hardware, and malicious software.<\/p>\n<p>The solutions offered here give you a detailed how-to for fixing these problems and getting your PC back up and running smoothly.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Why are all my games lagging on PC?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tThere could be several reasons why your PC runs slowly when you play games. Outdated drivers, insufficient system resources, or background programs using excessive CPU or memory can cause your games to lag. Make sure your computer meets the system requirements for the game, update your graphics drivers, and shut down any background apps to free up RAM on your PC to fix this.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What causes FPS drops?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\n<p>FPS drops occur when your system can\u2019t consistently render frames fast enough. Several factors can cause this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Updated drivers are essential for smooth GPU performance. If they\u2019re not up to date, frame rendering may slow down or stutter.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>High in-game settings<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Features like ultra-quality shadows, anti-aliasing, and ambient effects can push your GPU beyond its limits, especially in demanding scenes.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Background processes<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> Apps running behind the scenes (like browsers, updaters, or streaming tools) can use up CPU, RAM, and disk resources, leaving less for your game.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thermal throttling<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> When your CPU or GPU gets too hot, it may slow itself down to prevent damage, which often leads to sudden FPS dips.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>System limitations<\/b><strong>:<\/strong> If your hardware doesn\u2019t meet the game\u2019s requirements or is nearing its capacity, performance will naturally suffer.\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How to reduce computer lag?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tStart by looking for viruses or unnecessary background activities that system resources can use if you want to decrease computer slowdown. Also, make sure your computer is adequately cooled because overheating can cause performance problems. You can enhance responsiveness by updating your drivers, operating system, and game settings.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Why is my taskbar glitching?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tIf your taskbar is glitching, it could be that your system file is corrupt. It could also be outdated graphics or software conflicts. To find and address such problems, update your graphics drivers and perform a system file check. If the issue continues, disable third-party extensions and unnecessary starting processes interfering with the taskbar.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your Windows 10\/11 stutters every few seconds, it could be software conflicts, outdated graphics, system file corruption, or even malware<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":87,"featured_media":101457,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[819,873],"tags":[1073,49,23,109,1093,75],"class_list":["post-27053","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-how-tos","category-windows-system","tag-directx","tag-malware","tag-pc-diagnostics","tag-pc-performance","tag-power-management","tag-windows-updates"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>[FIXED] Windows 10\/11 PC Is Stuttering Every Few Seconds &#8212; Auslogics Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Fix Windows 10\/11 stuttering issues with these proven solutions. 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