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Optimization

Stuttering and frame drops on AMD Ryzen PCs: the fix almost nobody talks about (BIOS and fTPM)

Stuttering and frame drops on AMD Ryzen PCs: the fix almost nobody talks about (BIOS and fTPM)

If your AMD Ryzen PC has constant stuttering (and even choppy audio), it's almost never the drivers — it's the fTPM and an outdated BIOS. Here's how I fixed it.

Jul 7, 2026 · Sniper

How to Do a Clean GPU Driver Install (with DDU)

How to Do a Clean GPU Driver Install (with DDU)

If you're getting crashes, stuttering, or black screens after updating or swapping your GPU, a clean driver install with DDU fixes it. Step by step with DDU.

Jul 3, 2026 · Sniper

Free PC optimizer for gaming: what actually boosts FPS (and what's snake oil)

Free PC optimizer for gaming: what actually boosts FPS (and what's snake oil)

Our free tool to optimize your PC for gaming in two clicks (and undo it), plus the truth about what actually boosts FPS in Windows 11 and what's pure snake oil.

Jun 17, 2026 · Sniper

Why Your PC Loses FPS Over Time

Why Your PC Loses FPS Over Time

Your PC isn't wearing out: if it's running worse than it was a year ago, accumulated dust and software are to blame. Here's the real maintenance routine to get those FPS back.

Jun 1, 2026 · Sniper

V-Sync, G-Sync, and FPS Cap: What to Use

V-Sync, G-Sync, and FPS Cap: What to Use

The difference between V-Sync, G-Sync, and FPS cap: how each works, when to use it, and which setup to pick depending on whether you're chasing latency or smoothness.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

How to Lower Your Ping in Online Games

How to Lower Your Ping in Online Games

How to actually lower your ping: Ethernet cable, SG TCP Optimizer, and a nearby server cover 80% of the fix. No gaming VPNs, no paid tricks.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

How to Optimize Windows 11 for Gaming (2026)

How to Optimize Windows 11 for Gaming (2026)

Real settings tested in CoD, Valorant, CS2, and LoL: Ultimate Performance plan, XMP in BIOS, Game Bar off, and what to avoid if you don't want to break your system.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

ReviOS, AtlasOS, and XOS: Are They Worth It?

ReviOS, AtlasOS, and XOS: Are They Worth It?

ReviOS, AtlasOS, KernelOS, and XOS aren't operating systems — they're playbooks on top of Windows. Here's what performance gains they actually deliver, what they cost you in security, and which one to pick.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Best CS2 Graphics Settings for FPS

Best CS2 Graphics Settings for FPS

CS2 graphics settings for max FPS and better visibility: what to turn down, what to leave alone, and why 'everything on low' hides enemies from you.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

How to Optimize the NVIDIA Control Panel for More FPS

How to Optimize the NVIDIA Control Panel for More FPS

How to gain 20-30 FPS in Valorant and CS2 with the NVIDIA Control Panel: the settings that actually work, the Reflex trap, and the myths you should ignore.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Hardware

Is an NVMe SSD Worth It for Gaming?

Is an NVMe SSD Worth It for Gaming?

The jump from HDD to SSD is massive in gaming; between SATA and NVMe, in actual play, the difference is a blink. From someone who runs both in their own PC.

Jun 2, 2026 · Sniper

How Much RAM for Gaming? 16 vs 32 GB in 2026

How Much RAM for Gaming? 16 vs 32 GB in 2026

In 2026, 32 GB of RAM is the recommendation for gaming: with Discord, a browser, and OBS open, 16 GB falls short and stutter kicks in.

Jun 2, 2026 · Sniper

Peripherals

How to Convert Your Valorant Sensitivity to CS2

How to Convert Your Valorant Sensitivity to CS2

Convert your Valorant sensitivity to CS2 without losing your muscle memory: why the same number isn't the same sens and how to use cm/360 to match everything up.

May 30, 2026 · Sniper

Is an Expensive Gaming Keyboard Worth It?

Is an Expensive Gaming Keyboard Worth It?

Is spending €200 on a gaming keyboard actually worth it? The keyboard ranks 6th in importance: what actually improves, when to upgrade, and what not to buy.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

How to Configure Your Gaming Mouse DPI

How to Configure Your Gaming Mouse DPI

How to configure your gaming mouse DPI: what eDPI is, how to find yours without copying pros, and the Windows settings that aren't optional.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Games

Primogems in Genshin Impact: how to get more as F2P (and the mistake holding you back)

Primogems in Genshin Impact: how to get more as F2P (and the mistake holding you back)

I've played Genshin since 2021, and coming back after a two-year break taught me the real lesson about primogems: what actually pays off, with my own numbers.

Jul 10, 2026 · Sniper

Best Warzone / Call of Duty Settings for FPS and Visibility

Best Warzone / Call of Duty Settings for FPS and Visibility

The settings I run in Warzone and Call of Duty to squeeze every FPS without sacrificing visibility: DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex, FOV, shadows, motion blur, and audio.

Jul 7, 2026 · Sniper

How to Set Up a Minecraft Server with Crossplay (Java + Bedrock)

How to Set Up a Minecraft Server with Crossplay (Java + Bedrock)

Set up your Minecraft crossplay server with Java + Bedrock step by step: where to host it, how much RAM you need, what software to use, and how to enable Geyser and Floodgate.

Jul 2, 2026 · Sniper

How I Climbed to Immortal in Valorant: It's Not Your Aim, It's Your Head

How I Climbed to Immortal in Valorant: It's Not Your Aim, It's Your Head

How to rank up in Valorant all the way to Immortal: why your aim isn't what's holding you back and what you actually need to change — mindset, stop tilting, master a few agents, and play your utility. My real experience.

Jun 8, 2026 · Sniper

How to Boost FPS in League of Legends

How to Boost FPS in League of Legends

Complete guide to boosting FPS in LoL: Medium graphics, 240 FPS cap, no overlays, and NVIDIA Low Latency Mode. ADC main binds and config explained.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Best Valorant Settings for FPS and Visibility

Best Valorant Settings for FPS and Visibility

Complete Valorant config for FPS and visibility: everything on low + anisotropic x4, crosshair, HRTF, and why what does NOT work in CS2 actually works here.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

LoL Patch 26.11 Analysis

LoL Patch 26.11 Analysis

LoL Patch 26.11 kills the enchanter meta and forces tanks into the support role. What changes, why ADCs get the short end of the stick, and how to adapt.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Is Game Pass Worth It in 2026?

Is Game Pass Worth It in 2026?

Game Pass jumped to €27 then dropped to €21, COD is no longer day-one, and Premium doesn't include new releases. We break down whether it's worth it based on your player profile in 2026.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper

Where to Buy CS2 Skins for Less

Where to Buy CS2 Skins for Less

CSFloat and Skinbaron are up to 30% cheaper than the Steam Market. We compare real prices and tell you when it's worth using Buff or other platforms.

May 28, 2026 · Sniper