CPU Throttling / Severe Performance Issues in FC 26 (Steam Version)
Hello EA Support,
I am experiencing severe performance issues while playing FC26 on Steam on my Dell Precision 5540 laptop with an Intel i9 processor (7th generation) and a 4 GB GPU. The issue makes the game almost unplayable.
System Details:
Laptop: Dell Precision 5540 D2000
CPU: Intel i9, 7th generation
Observed speeds: idle ~3.3 GHz, drops to 1.9–2.0 GHz during matches
GPU: 4 GB, running normally
RAM: 16 GB
OS: Windows 11
Power Settings: Windows Power Mode set to Best Performance, maximum processor state set to 100% (plugged in and on battery)
Steam Version: FC26
Symptoms:
CPU is not utilizing full clock speed during matches
Game experiences significant lag and stuttering
CPU speed drops even when plugged in and in Best Performance mode
GPU appears unaffected; issue seems to be CPU throttling
Troubleshooting Already Attempted:
Laptop plugged in during gameplay
Windows Power Mode set to Best Performance
Processor power management: minimum and maximum state set to 100%
Verified BIOS settings: Intel SpeedStep, Intel Turbo Boost, and multi-core support are enabled
Battery charge limit set to 78%
Closed background applications
Despite these steps, CPU still throttles significantly during gameplay, reducing FPS and causing lag.
Request:
Is this a known issue with FC26 on Steam?
Are there recommended settings or patches to prevent CPU throttling while playing?
What steps can I take to ensure the game uses full CPU performance?
I would greatly appreciate your guidance so I can enjoy FC26 at full performance.
Best regards,
Abdelrahman