Why does a fresh install of Windows is offering the least input lag?

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Re: Why does a fresh install of Windows is offering the least input lag?

Post by Panychkaaa » 25 Oct 2026, 01:11

alcor wrote: ↑
04 Mar 2024, 13:44
Long time lurker here, I've read of many many tweaks and optimization for pc gaming but like many people here, the problem comes back. Cursor lag is what Ive been dealing with(not 1 - 1 mouse movement to game). What I've noticed is that after a fresh installation of windows(and a bit of tweaking) is when the mouse seems to be most responsive. The issue worsen day by day and usually after nearly a week I have to reinstall windows again. I tried research but nothing really ever came up about this specifically. I read that there could be a windows update causing it, but thats not true because even after not updating the problem persists. Also I do find someone saying it was some driver update that window did, which I couldnt test for. I'm just here to find the answer to why is it so responsive after each fresh install?
Also to check if its placebo or not I'll try using Deep Freeze for a week to see the outcome, will update later if possible
It's true. I was checking. The system works perfectly for the first 5-10 minutes. Further, something interferes.
Another observation: The more system reboots, the better the responsiveness. It's like dynamic power distribution.

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