FIX: slowness issues in GTA 4/GTA 5 in Windows 10

•  There are several options here if you're seeking for a GTA V lag remedy after updating to Windows 10.
• Alt-tabbing out and back into the game will cure any Grand Theft Auto FPS issues quickly.
• To eliminate any performance concerns, keep your GPU drivers up to date.
• Some background programs can cause the computer to slow down, so check sure they're turned off.

We expected improved optimization and performance from Windows 10, and for the most part, we got it. Overall, the OS is quick and responsive.

Unfortunately, not everyone benefited from the enhanced performance, and some users have reported lag in GTA IV and GTA V on Windows 10.

We should point you that both of these games are hardware-intensive, so make sure you can run them by checking the system requirements first.

If these games worked fine on your prior operating system, the lag is due to Windows 10's driver optimization.

If the developers are aware of any flaws or incompatibilities, they will most likely address them in a future release. However, before the official update arrives, you can try the instructions below.

How do I fix GTA 4/GTA 5 lag in Windows 10?

1. Experiment with alt-tabbing in your game a few times.

If you're looking for a way to fix lag in Grand Theft Auto IV and V on Windows 10, consider pressing Alt+Tab and switching between your game and your desktop. It's not the ideal answer, but it can be useful at times.

To achieve the best performance, try running your game in fullscreen rather than windowed mode. Running the game in Windowed mode is usually more taxing on your computer.

Your desktop apps and any open tabs will run in the background while the game is running, causing performance issues.

2. Install the latest display drivers.

To access Device Manager, use Windows Key + S, type Device Manager, and then click on it.

1: Locate your GPU by expanding the Display Adapter.

2:Right-click it and choose Update driver from the menu.

4:Restart your device after Windows has finished updating the driver.

Your drivers will be updated automatically.

You may always update your display drivers through Device Manager, or you can use a dedicated uninstaller to completely delete the driver from your computer.

When it comes to reinstalling display drivers, we recommend using a professional program that will safely and quickly download all of your PC's missing and outdated drivers.

By maintaining all drivers up to date and error-free, big-time gaming can be done without crashes, lags, or freezes.

Because manual checks are difficult to complete, we propose employing an automated assistant that will scan for new driver versions on a daily basis. Here's how to put it to use:

1. DriverFix is available for download and installation.
2. Start the program.
3. Wait for the newly installed program to identify all the bad drivers on your PC.
4. You will be given a list of all the problematic drivers, and you can choose which ones you want to fix.
5. Wait for the driver download and installation to finish.
6. To make the modifications take effect, restart your computer.

3. Turn off all background processes.

1. Type msconfig into the Windows Search bar to access System Configuration.
2. Check the Hide all Microsoft services option under the Services tab.
3. To disable all active third-party services, click Disable all.

Now, select the Startup tab and go to Task:4 Manager.

5:Avoid all programs from starting with the system and double-check your adjustments.

6: Restart your computer.

Another explanation for GTA 5's slowness on Windows 10 could be the presence of background processes. As a result, we recommend turning them off.

We understand that some of them may be used to connect with pals while playing online, but some apps will slow down the system, while others, especially those that are network-dependent, will influence bandwidth.

4. Install Windows 10 again.

If you've updated to Windows 10 from Windows 8 or Windows 7, it's sometimes a good idea to run a clean install to get rid of any software incompatibilities.

Simply download the ISO file from Microsoft's website, burn it to a DVD, or create an installation USB, and reinstall Windows 10 from the beginning.

NOTE

If none of these options work for you, you'll have to wait for a Microsoft or Rockstar Games official patch. You can also ask the creators questions on the Microsoft or Rockstar Games forums if you have any issues.

This closes our discussion. We've listed four key fixes that should resolve your FPS issues while playing Grand Theft Auto IV or V.

Please feel free to provide any feedback on the solutions, as well as any further suggestions, in the comments section below.