Borderlands 2 + MSI 670 oc + Physx High

mentalpeace

Hey, i bought a MSI 670 OC edition yesterday.

There is an outstanding difference comparing with a 6850 crossfire. Everything seems smoother, and im not talking about FPS, it is a different feeling... 45 fps ingame with the 670 seems like 60 fps in the crossfire. Also everything looks smoother in terms of quality.

I love how it works for Physx. Batman (Max settings Dx11 Physx high) is REALLY enjoyable. Mafia II is lovely.

The thing is in Borderlands 2 (1080, Max setings, Physx high) when a lot of action is going on (especially with 3 team mates) the fps go as low as 38 or so... its kinda annoying. The GPU usage at those moments are 60%~ so i figured that must be a driver problem.

Sorry for the english!

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 17:48 | posts: 287

I do believe it is a driver problem with the 6xxx series. Lots of reports of 560-580 cards getting better performance. Hopefully it is sorted out soon.

dnottis · 09-26-2012, 18:05 | posts: 614

Its physx, having it on high with lots of stuff happening kills FPS quick. I've got a single 680 overclocked to 1290 and I get slow downs in huge battles with physx on high (1680x1050).

Physx has always been a taxing technology. try installing the latest 0613 physx from nvidia but thats really all you can do for now. Otherwise, drop it a notch.

http://www.nvidia.com/object/physx-9...13-driver.html

Physx will render cloth and stuff happening in the area you in not just particles from guns / etc. Keep this in mind alot of times thats why you are seeing slowdowns, it's not just whats happening from the battle...

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 18:15 | posts: 287

I get the performance dips with Physx on medium and high. Sometimes even when there are no particles, only complicated scenery in the distance I will drop to 40-50. GPU usage never goes above 70% at any time either. Some on Neogaf have reported Nvidia is aware of the issue and that it mostly affects the 6xx series. Many are getting better performance on 570/580.

Along with the vsync stutter issue that plagued these cards, I wonder if there is a very real defect in the hardware somewhere.

This is from a trustworthy source. Can any of the Nvidia officials here comment on this?

dnottis · 09-26-2012, 18:35 | posts: 614

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

Many are getting better performance on 570/580.

Its because of the dynamic clocks. They really need to disable that entirely if you choose a high performance setting. I set mine for max performance, but from what I understand if a game isn't pushing it hard and the usage is low the clock can drop causing these "performance" drops. With mine at max performance I've never seen the clock drops.

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 18:40 | posts: 287

My clocks stay steady through the performance drops.

Spets · 09-26-2012, 18:43 | posts: 1,444

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

I get the performance dips with Physx on medium and high. Sometimes even when there are no particles, only complicated scenery in the distance I will drop to 40-50. GPU usage never goes above 70% at any time either. Some on Neogaf have reported Nvidia is aware of the issue and that it mostly affects the 6xx series. Many are getting better performance on 570/580.

Along with the vsync stutter issue that plagued these cards, I wonder if there is a very real defect in the hardware somewhere.

*snip*

This is from a trustworthy source. Can any of the Nvidia officials here comment on this?

Nvidia officials have commented about it over at GeForce.com. There should be a patch for Borderlands 2 that increases performance from Gearbox/2k and I'm assuming there will be one at a driver level too.

dnottis · 09-26-2012, 18:48 | posts: 614

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

My clocks stay steady through the performance drops.

I meant in general, thats why the 400/500 series are sometimes perceived as faster. I use max performance and mine only drops when it's idle. it doesnt drop in any game, some people dont change that setting though in the driver CP.

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 18:50 | posts: 287

Just confirmed, and at least for me, that setting didn't have any effect on Borderlands 2 performance. I am pretty sure that setting is just placebo on the 6xx series cards.

dnottis · 09-26-2012, 18:53 | posts: 614

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

Just confirmed, and at least for me, that setting didn't have any effect on Borderlands 2 performance. I am pretty sure that setting is just placebo on the 6xx series cards.

I know, the borderlands 2 issue is different. I always run mine set for max performance, it's water cooled and I've got a 1100 watt PSU so I dont care about heat or power used.

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 18:55 | posts: 287

Is there any evidence that max performance setting actually does anything for the 6 series? If I run into issues it is the first thing I try, and it always has the same end result of making no difference.

mentalpeace · 09-26-2012, 19:06 | posts: 72 | Location: Argentina

Ok so all we gave to do is wait for a patch.

Im so impressed right now with the overall performance that i dont care waiting like 3 months for it

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Best videocard i bought in many many years. (8600gt - 8800gt - ati 4850 - amd 5850 - amd 6850 Toxic crossfire - 670 GTX).

Its a freaking monster.

dnottis · 09-26-2012, 19:12 | posts: 614

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

Is there any evidence that max performance setting actually does anything for the 6 series? If I run into issues it is the first thing I try, and it always has the same end result of making no difference.

yea it down clocks different steps. i think the max performance option is either low clock / idle or max clock / loaded.

using the power option lets the card clock down over multiple clock speed steps.

NeoandGeo · 09-26-2012, 19:15 | posts: 287

Give an example.

Matt151b · 09-26-2012, 19:29 | posts: 436 | Location: California, USA

670 owner here. Never have issues with The game. Physx is on high and all maxed at 1920x1200. Stays pegged at 60 fps for me.

adrock311 · 09-26-2012, 19:49 | posts: 714

If i turn on physx high and play coop with my 670, the framerate drops are terrible.

adrock311 · 09-26-2012, 19:51 | posts: 714

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Originally Posted by NeoandGeo

I get the performance dips with Physx on medium and high. Sometimes even when there are no particles, only complicated scenery in the distance I will drop to 40-50. GPU usage never goes above 70% at any time either.

yes, i've noticed, while using fraps, that just staring into the distance in certain directions in certain areas drops my fps into the 30's and 40's on a GTX 670. strange

Matt151b · 09-26-2012, 19:56 | posts: 436 | Location: California, USA

Could it be hdd related? I moved my game to ssd right after install. I have a system like many of you, but mine has been trouble free. I have been in some big 4 way coop fights and never have trouble.

The Phoenix · 09-26-2012, 20:04 | posts: 899

same here trouble free and i dont have an ssd ,pegged at 60.1fps i do use vsync

Matt151b · 09-26-2012, 20:13 | posts: 436 | Location: California, USA

I use vsync too. Maybe that is the secret ...

mentalpeace · 09-26-2012, 20:15 | posts: 72 | Location: Argentina

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Originally Posted by Matt151b

I use vsync too. Maybe that is the secret ...

mmm i will test when i get home...but there are way too many people reporting these slowdowns...so i dont think that could be the problem. Anyhow, i will try today and report back.

KingpinZero · 09-26-2012, 22:20 | posts: 741 | Location: Rome

Guys try this rapid fix: go into option and lower the FOV. I've lowered it to 82 and all my problems are gone.
Mind you I'm on medium physix, didn't tried high yet.

Matt151b · 09-26-2012, 23:35 | posts: 436 | Location: California, USA

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Originally Posted by KingpinZero

Guys try this rapid fix: go into option and lower the FOV. I've lowered it to 82 and all my problems are gone.
Mind you I'm on medium physix, didn't tried high yet.

I play at fov at 110. No problems for me.

Pey · 09-27-2012, 01:24 | posts: 515 | Location: Argentina

I have a single 680 gtx now, playing 2560x1600 max details, pshyx high and i´m getting 50-60fps.

Noisiv · **Memory**: 4GB OCZ 5-4-4-4-12

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Originally Posted by dnottis

Its because of the dynamic clocks. They really need to disable that entirely if you choose a high performance setting. I set mine for max performance, but from what I understand if a game isn't pushing it hard and the usage is low the clock can drop causing these "performance" drops. With mine at max performance I've never seen the clock drops.

Keep spreading this dynamic clock bs of yours, but know this:

BL2 fps drops are entirely due to game issues. GPU on 60% usage while having low fps means CPU is trashing due to PhysX calculations done on CPU, leaving GPU starved - hence low GPU usage.

It blows my mind how bad can you be with numbers to think that 20,30, or 60MHz drop on 1000GHz GPU can halve your fps. Not to mention that your usage stays low even after the drop.........

You are barking at the entirely wrong tree