Troubleshooting Performance Issues: Seeking Guidance for Underwhelming PC Specs

Hello, fellow tech enthusiasts!

I’m reaching out today to discuss some frustrating performance issues I’ve been experiencing with my PC. Here are the specifications of my current setup:

• Graphics Card: RX 480 (4GB)
• Processor: Intel i5-4460
• Memory: 12GB RAM

For a detailed analysis, I’ve compiled my PC Benchmark data here.

Recently, I’ve noticed a significant decline in performance, which raises concerns about the reliability of my system. During a recent benchmarking test using UserBenchmark, my CPU utilization was reported at a staggering 85%, despite running only Discord in the background. While I suspect this reading may not be entirely accurate, it certainly caught my attention.

The situation becomes particularly problematic when I attempt to play more demanding titles, such as Assassin’s Creed Origins and Battlefront 2. A year ago, I could run Origins at 60 fps with all settings maxed out, but now it barely performs at an acceptable level. Additionally, I’ve been experiencing lag during voice chats — my friends report that they can only catch every fifth word I say due to audio drops.

Given these symptoms, I’m left wondering whether my PC is on its last legs or if there might be a straightforward solution to these issues. I’ve taken steps to troubleshoot by reinstalling my GPU drivers with Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU), but unfortunately, that hasn’t resulted in any improvements.

I would greatly appreciate any insights or recommendations you may have. Your expertise could be just what I need to get my PC back to optimal performance. Thank you in advance for your support!