[게이밍 노트북] How to optimize your gaming experience
Go to the appropriate instructions according to your computer’s current Windows operating system.
Windows 11 operating system
index:
Check the recommended specs on the game’s website
on the gaming website to see if your laptop meets the requirements. Recommended specscan be checked. If your laptop is not suitable for gaming, you can adjust the game settings for a better gaming experience. Otherwise, you can use another laptop that meets the game’s recommended requirements.
Example: PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
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Check and update your laptop’s BIOS/Windows packages/drivers to the latest version
Software updates usually help with system stability and optimization, so we recommend checking your laptop for the latest version and updating frequently. You can learn more about how to update your BIOS here.
How to update BIOS version in Windows system
How to update BIOS version using EZ Flash
To run Windows Updates and Driver Updates, here you can learn more about:
How to run Windows Update
How to update drivers via customer support in MyASUS
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Enabling Discrete Graphics for Your Game
If your laptop has discrete graphics (dGPU), the dGPU will provide better graphics performance than the integrated GPU. To optimize your gaming experience, we recommend setting the dGPU as your primary graphics processor for gaming.
You can learn more about configuring your dGPU for high graphics performance here.
Microsoft has modified the priority of the primary graphics processor in Windows 10, version 2004. In the Windows settings of some applications, the priority of the preferred graphics processor is higher than that of the graphics vendor’s control panel (e.g. NVIDIA Control Panel and AMD Radeon Software).. We do not distinguish between the Windows settings and the graphics vendor’s control panel, and it is recommended to adjust both settings. You can learn more about enabling discrete graphics for applications here.
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Armory Crate software setup
Armory Crate is an integrated application developed for ASUS ROG series and TUF series gaming laptops and desktops. Armory Crate allows you to quickly adjust system performance and related settings. For more information, see Introduction to Armory Crate. Here are some suggestions for optimizing your gaming experience.
HyperFan mode
You can quickly tune your system performance, each mode has different preferences related to CPU and GPU performance, cooling, noise reduction and energy saving (eg Windows®, Quiet, Performance, Turbo, Manual and Tablet/Vertical Mode).
Adjust the fan settings for the best gaming experience. turbo modeIt is recommended to adjust to . This mode configures system performance as the highest priority and maintains high performance.
reference: Turbo mode is only available when an adapter is connected.
Freeing occupied memory
DeviceⒶ > SystemⒷ > memoryⒸ: You can select an app and release the occupied memory while playing the game.
- Refresh①: Select “Refresh” to list apps that are currently occupying memory.
- Application②: Displays a list of apps currently occupying memory.
- clear③: Select “Release” to release the memory used by the selected application.
GPU sleep
To save power, you can toggle the GPU mode or close the application that is currently using the GPU.
To get the best gaming experience GPU modecast the bestIt is recommended to adjust to . DeviceⒶ > GPU sleepⒷ > GPU modeⒸGo to
GameVisual
GameVisual is a screen color management tool that provides different screen color scenarios to give players the best personal visual experience (e.g. Basic, Racing, Landscape, RTS/RPG, FPS, Movie, Eye Saver, Lively Mode). Depending on the game you are playing, you can select the appropriate mode. See Introduction to GameVisual for details.
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Optimize your Windows system for better performance
There are several methods that can help you optimize your Windows system performance to improve your gaming experience.
PC restart
Some running applications take up system performance, so restarting your computer regularly will help improve your gaming experience by closing all running software on your PC.
Close unnecessary background applications
Some applications can occupy system resources in the background without you noticing, so you can close unnecessary applications through Task Manager. You can learn more about how to check your computer’s performance using Task Manager here.
You can uninstall applications you no longer want to use. You can learn more about how to uninstall the app here.
Installing games on a solid state drive (SSD)
SSDs offer better read/write speeds than traditional HDDs (Hard Disk Drives), so you can optimize your gaming experience as well. You can learn more about how to view currently installed drive information here.
Optimize and defragment drives through Windows
reference: SSD Optimization and Defragmentation Doesn’t Improve Performance, Rather Reduces Capacity. Therefore, we recommend optimizing and defragmenting your HDD drive only when games are installed.
- Windows search bar①to [파일 탐색기]to search by typing [열기]②Click on
- in the file explorer window [내 PC]③Click on
- in my pc window [게임이 설치된 디스크 드라이브]and select the icon④Right-click then [속성]⑤Click
- [도구] tab⑥then the Optimize and defragment drives section⑦at [최적화]Click on
- [게임이 설치된 디스크 드라이브]⑧then select [최적화]⑨Click on The system will automatically start optimizing the drive.
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AC adapter connection and power mode selection
It is recommended to connect the AC adapter to provide sufficient performance and keep the CPU and GPU in high frequency state while playing games. Also, the power mode peak performancechange to You can learn more about changing your power mode and plan here.
- Windows search bar①to [전원, 절전 및 배터리 설정]to search by typing [열기]②Click on
- power mode Click the scroll-down menu in the field to peak performance③Select
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Adjust resolution and graphics to lower settings
We recommend using the game’s default graphics settings as some games are not designed for high resolutions and some GPUs do not perform best at high resolutions. If it still doesn’t meet your expectations, you can adjust the following graphics settings in the game to reach suitable gaming performance and display.
- Resolution: Lower your screen resolution to get better frames per second (FPS).
- Multi Sampling Anti-Aliasing (MSAA): MSAA is a common gaming setting for smooth display.
- FXAA (Fast Approximate Anti-Aliasing): FXAA is an anti-aliasing algorithm that gives an aliasing line effect to blurry objects.
- TXAA (Temporal Anti-Aliasing): Reduce display flicker while objects are moving.
- Vsync (Vertical synchronization): Vsync can prevent stuttering issues caused by different refresh rates of the game and the panel, but locks the maximum FPS below the panel refresh rate.
- Graphics quality (textures, shadows, reflections): Improving the graphics quality will give you great images, but it will increase system compute and affect FPS performance. We recommend adjusting the graphics quality for a decent gaming experience.
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overheating problem
Overheating issues reduce system performance. Troubleshooting – You can refer to ASUS laptop overheating issue to solve the problem.
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network connection
If you are playing online, you can refer to the following articles to troubleshoot network connection issues.
Troubleshooting – How to fix wireless network problems
Troubleshooting – How to fix cable network problem on laptop
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Windows 10 operating system
index:
Check the recommended specs on the game’s website
on the gaming website to see if your laptop meets the requirements. Recommended specscan be checked. If your laptop is not suitable for gaming, you can adjust the game settings for a better gaming experience. Otherwise, you can use another laptop that meets the game’s recommended requirements.
Example: PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
back to table of contents
Check and update your laptop’s BIOS/Windows packages/drivers to the latest version
Software updates usually help with system stability and optimization, so we recommend checking your laptop for the latest version and updating frequently. You can learn more about how to update your BIOS here.
How to update BIOS version in Windows system
How to update BIOS version using EZ Flash
To run Windows Updates and Driver Updates, here you can learn more about:
How to run Windows Update
How to update drivers via customer support in MyASUS
back to table of contents
Enabling Discrete Graphics for Your Game
If your laptop has discrete graphics (dGPU), the dGPU will provide better graphics performance than the integrated GPU. To optimize your gaming experience, we recommend setting the dGPU as your primary graphics processor for gaming.
You can learn more about configuring your dGPU for high graphics performance here.
Microsoft has modified the priority of the primary graphics processor in Windows 10, version 2004. In the Windows settings of some applications, the priority of the preferred graphics processor is higher than that of the graphics vendor’s control panel (e.g. NVIDIA Control Panel and AMD Radeon Software).. We do not distinguish between the Windows settings and the graphics vendor’s control panel, and it is recommended to adjust both settings. You can learn more about enabling discrete graphics for applications here.
back to table of contents
Armory Crate software setup
Armory Crate is an integrated application developed for ASUS ROG series and TUF series gaming laptops and desktops. Armory Crate allows you to quickly adjust system performance and related settings. For more information, see Introduction to Armory Crate. Here are some suggestions for optimizing your gaming experience.
HyperFan Mode
You can quickly tune your system performance, each mode has different preferences related to CPU and GPU performance, cooling, noise reduction and energy saving (eg Windows®, Quiet, Performance, Turbo, Manual and Tablet/Vertical Mode).
Adjust the fan settings for the best gaming experience. turbo modeIt is recommended to adjust to . This mode configures system performance as the highest priority and maintains high performance.
reference: Turbo mode is only available when an adapter is connected.
Freeing occupied memory
DeviceⒶ > SystemⒷ > memoryⒸ: You can select an app and release the occupied memory while playing the game.
- Refresh①: Select “Refresh” to list apps that are currently occupying memory.
- Application②: Displays a list of apps currently occupying memory.
- clear③: Select “Release” to release the memory used by the selected application.
GPU sleep
To save power, you can toggle the GPU mode or close the application that is currently using the GPU.
To get the best gaming experience GPU modecast the bestIt is recommended to adjust to . DeviceⒶ > GPU sleepⒷ > GPU modeⒸGo to
GameVisual
GameVisual is a screen color management tool that provides different screen color scenarios to give players the best personal visual experience (e.g. Basic, Racing, Landscape, RTS/RPG, FPS, Movie, Eye Saver, Lively Mode). Depending on the game you are playing, you can select the appropriate mode. See Introduction to GameVisual for details.
back to table of contents
Optimize your Windows system for better performance
There are several methods that can help you optimize your Windows system performance to improve your gaming experience.
PC restart
Some running applications take up system performance, so restarting your computer regularly will help improve your gaming experience by closing all running software on your PC.
Close unnecessary background applications
Some applications can occupy system resources in the background without you noticing, so you can close unnecessary applications through Task Manager. You can learn more about how to check your computer’s performance using Task Manager here.
You can uninstall applications you no longer want to use. You can learn more about how to uninstall the app here.
Installing games on a solid state drive (SSD)
SSDs offer better read/write speeds than traditional HDDs (Hard Disk Drives), so you can optimize your gaming experience as well. You can learn more about how to view currently installed drive information here.
Optimize and defragment drives through Windows
reference: SSD Optimization and Defragmentation Doesn’t Improve Performance, Rather Reduces Capacity. Therefore, we recommend optimizing and defragmenting your HDD drive only when games are installed.
- Windows search bar①to [파일 탐색기]to search by typing [열기]②Click on
- in the file explorer window [내 PC]③Click on
- in my pc window [게임이 설치된 디스크 드라이브]and select the icon④Right-click then [속성]⑤Click
- [도구] tab⑥then the Optimize and defragment drives section⑦at [최적화]Click on
- [게임이 설치된 디스크 드라이브]⑧then select [최적화]⑨Click on The system will automatically start optimizing the drive.
back to table of contents
AC adapter connection and power mode selection
It is recommended to connect the AC adapter to provide sufficient performance and keep the CPU and GPU in high frequency state while playing games. and the task bar①at [배터리 아이콘]Click and drag the slider to select Power Mode. [최고 성능]②change to You can learn more about changing your power mode and plan here.
back to table of contents
Adjust resolution and graphics to lower settings
We recommend using the game’s default graphics settings as some games are not designed for high resolutions and some GPUs do not perform best at high resolutions. If it still doesn’t meet your expectations, you can adjust the following graphics settings in the game to reach suitable gaming performance and display.
- Resolution: Lower your screen resolution to get better frames per second (FPS).
- Multi Sampling Anti-Aliasing (MSAA): MSAA is a common gaming setting for smooth display.
- FXAA (Fast Approximate Anti-Aliasing): FXAA is an anti-aliasing algorithm that gives an aliasing line effect to blurry objects.
- TXAA (Temporal Anti-Aliasing): Reduce display flicker while objects are moving.
- Vsync (Vertical synchronization): Vsync can prevent stuttering issues caused by different refresh rates of the game and the panel, but locks the maximum FPS below the panel refresh rate.
- Graphics quality (textures, shadows, reflections): Improving the graphics quality will give you great images, but it will increase system compute and affect FPS performance. We recommend adjusting the graphics quality for a decent gaming experience.
back to table of contents
overheating problem
Overheating issues reduce system performance. Troubleshooting – You can refer to ASUS laptop overheating issue to solve the problem.
back to table of contents
network connection
If you are playing online, you can refer to the following articles to troubleshoot network connection issues.
Troubleshooting – How to fix wireless network problems
Troubleshooting – How to fix cable network problem on laptop
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