NBA 2K24 Low FPS: Tips To Boost Performance

If you are playing NBA 2K24, you might face the issue of low FPS, resulting in lags, stutters, and skipping during gameplay. This can be a frustrating experience, particularly during intense gaming sessions. On a brighter note, NBA 2K24 boasts Kobe Bryant as its cover athlete and several exciting new features for another year of thrilling simulated NBA gameplay. We have created this guide to help you effectively and quickly resolve a low FPS issue with NBA 2K24.

Why is my FPS so low on NBA 2K24?

Multiple reasons might cause you to have low FPS in NBA 2K24, such as:

• Compatibility issues: NBA 2K24 may experience low FPS due to outdated Windows or your PC hardware not meeting the game’s requirements.
• GPU driver issues: Outdated or corrupt GPU drivers can cause issues like failing to launch, stuttering, lagging, freezing, low FPS, or crashing.
• Corrupted or missing game files: It’s possible that NBA 2K24 has low FPS due to corrupt or missing game files on your PC.
• Third-party background services or apps: Running too many third-party apps in the background can slow down NBA 2K24 performance.
• Security software interferes with the game: Too restrictive or even standard firewall or antivirus settings might cause performance issues with the game.
• Not optimal settings:  Incorrect settings on your PC and the game can lower FPS on NBA 2K24.

How do I fix low FPS in NBA 2K24?

To address the low FPS issue in NBA 2K24, start with these simple steps before attempting advanced tips:

• Check if your PC meets the recommended system requirements.
• Restart the game or your PC to eliminate any temporary glitches with long-running processes or apps.

Now, if you are still experiencing low FPS, try these tips:

1. Update your GPU driver
2. Adjust system performance
3. Disable the VSync
4. Enable Game Mode

1. Update your GPU driver

First, we recommend updating your GPU driver if NBA 2K24 has a low FPS. Do the following:

1. Press the Win+R keys to bring up the Run dialog box.

2. Type; “devmgmt.msc” in the text box and hit Enter to open Device Manager.

3. Double-click on the Display adapters, right-click on the GPU and select Update driver.

4. Wait while Windows searches for, downloads, and installs the latest GPU driver version.

Updating your Windows drivers can be a challenging task, but PC HelpSoft provides an effortless solution. This user-friendly tool automatically updates your drivers as soon as a new version is released, saving you time and effort that would have been spent searching for genuine drivers online or manually updating them via the Device Manager.

⇒ Get PC HelpSoft

2. Adjust system performance

To enhance your NBA 2K24 performance during intense gameplay, switch from Balanced mode to High performance mode in Power Options.

1. Press the Win+R keys to show the Run dialog box.

2. Type; “powercfg.cpl” and press Enter to open Power Options.

3. Tick the radio button High Performance.

4. Right-click on the Start and choose System.

5. Navigate to System>Display>Graphics.

6. Select NBA 2K24 from the Windows app list and click Options.

7. Tick High performance and Save changes.

3. Disable the VSync

Sometimes, enabling VSync can negatively impact NBA 2K24 performance by limiting FPS. To improve game performance, we recommend disabling VSync.

🟩NVIDIA GPU

1. Right-click on the Desktop and choose NVIDIA Control Panel.

2. Navigate to the Manage 3D settings.

3. Click on the Global Settings tab, and search for Vertical sync.

4. Select Off from the drop-down menu and save changes.

🟥AMD GPU

1. Right-click on the Desktop and choose AMD Software.

2. Navigate to the Graphics options and search for Wait for Vertical Refresh.

3. Select Always Off.

4. Enable Game Mode

👍Extra steps:

If your NBA 2K24 still has a low FPS, consider these options:

• Verify and repair game files.
• Close any unnecessary tasks running in the background.
• Update Windows to the latest version.
• Update DirectX,  .NET Framework, and VCRedist.
• Update the game.
• Cancel any ongoing background downloads.
• Temporarily disable Windows firewall and antivirus software.
• Ensure not to use an IGP instead of a discrete graphics card. Disable the integrated graphics card in Device Manager.
• Launch the game with DirectX 11 or 12 in the Steam launch options (Right-click on Wayfinder>Properties>General>Launch Options>-dx11)
• Lower your in-game graphics settings and resolution.
• Perform clean boot.
• Disable overlay apps (Steam, Xbox Game Bar, Discord, etc.)
• Reinstall the game in a different folder or disk.

Related articles:

• NBA 2K24 Crashing: Top Tips For A Quick Fix
• NBA 2K24 Stuttering: The Best Ways to Fix It
• NBA 2K24 Stuck On Loading Screen: Resolve It In Minutes

Conclusion

To ensure the best experience in NBA 2K24 without low FPS, it is recommended to check your system requirements, update your GPU driver, and adjust your power plan and GPU preferences to high performance. Enabling game mode and turning off VSync can help optimize your gaming experience. Lowering the graphics settings to match your hardware capabilities may be necessary. Finally, if you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to comment below.