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Sound & Image Delay on Youtube and Twitch: Fixing 1-2 Sec Lag with i5-8400, 8GB RAM, GTX 1060 6GB

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  • #1 16862222
    nicnierobie96
    Level 7  
    Posts: 31
    [Edited, I confused the sound with the image]

    Hello.
    I have a problem with the image delay of the sound, i.e. for about a week watching anything on Youtube and TWITCH, the picture delays me in terms of sound.
    In 1 minute the delay is small, it's hard to notice but after a few minutes of watching there is almost a second of delay, after 5-10 minutes of watching yt / twitch, the delay of the picture relative to the sound is about 1-2 sec.
    * curiosity: When I stop the movie on YT and resume, the sound is ok, but again after a few minutes it does the same.

    The computer is new, it has 5 weeks, early there was no such problem.
    Spec:
    Processor: I5-8400
    RAM: 8 gb
    Graphics: gtx 1060 6gb
    Motherboard: Asus Z370-p prime
    Power supply: SilentiumPC 600W

    * The drivers have been reinstalled by downloading the latest from the manufacturer's website (Realitek)
    * The problem affects every browser. In games, I did not notice any delays.

    Computer scanned: NOD 32, malwarebytes anti-malware and adwcleaner
    No threats.

    I hear first, then I see. On Chrome, it seems to me that the problem is bigger because after 15-20 minutes of watching streams on twitch I have a delayed image about 2-3 seconds.

    Any tips on what to walk?



    Additionally, by entering this forum I have something like this:
    Sound & Image Delay on Youtube and Twitch: Fixing 1-2 Sec Lag with i5-8400, 8GB RAM, GTX 1060 6GB

    What is it and why it appears?

    Added after 39 [minutes]:

    Tested for this pot:
    - Reinstalling sound drivers
    - Installation of the latest Flash Player and activation in browsers.

    The problem continues.
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  • #2 16862236
    Kasek21
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    Is it the same on different browsers?
    Everything else like the game works correctly?
    Check without NOD enabled.
  • #3 16862238
    nicnierobie96
    Level 7  
    Posts: 31
    Yes, I checked on Opera and Chrome.
    In games, I did not notice anything like that. And I played different, challenging and less demanding.
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  • #4 16862293
    safbot1st
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    nicnierobie96 wrote:
    - Installation of the latest Flash Player

    In my opinion, it is the fault of playing Flash. YT is already completely moving to HTML5.
    Here:
    https://addons.mozilla.org/pl/firefox/addon/youtube-flash-html5/
    you have an add-on that allows you to switch to HTML5.

    Added after 3 [minutes]:

    nicnierobie96 wrote:
    * curiosity: When I stop the movie on YT and resume, the sound is ok, but again after a few minutes it does the same.

    I remember that I had it too and I got mad at it. I do not remember the solution.
    As if audio and video buffers have been distributed.
    Post the result speedtest.pl. Maybe you just have the internet too "rushing" / slow.
    Write whether the problem occurs under bootable linux.
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  • #5 16863348
    nicnierobie96
    Level 7  
    Posts: 31
    But the problem also occurs on Twitch which uses HTML5. So it's probably not a problem with Flash?
    Sound & Image Delay on Youtube and Twitch: Fixing 1-2 Sec Lag with i5-8400, 8GB RAM, GTX 1060 6GB

    There is also everything about the internet.
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  • #6 16869275
    bt04jugok
    Level 16  
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    safbot1st wrote:
    Post the result speedtest.pl. Maybe you just have the internet too "rushing" / slow.

    You did not fly away here :D

    I suggest reinstalling the system to try or try more browsers, not just Chrome and Opera.
  • #7 16870742
    safbot1st
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    bt04jugok wrote:
    I suggest reinstalling the system

    This I I departed? Format C; - a golden measure for everything, and I proposed:
    safbot1st wrote:
    Write whether the problem occurs under bootable linux.

    @ nicnierobie96 Please specify.
    Any bootable linux, recorded eg with Rufus for USB drive, will provide a diagnosis without the C: format:
    https://linuxiarze.pl/download_puppy/
    nicnierobie96 wrote:
    Yes, I checked on Opera and Chrome.

    Only? This is the same architecture. I thought you checked on Firefox.
    On Firefox, check and linux.
    Post SMART with CDI.
  • #8 16870767
    bt04jugok
    Level 16  
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    Rushing or slow internet, the reason for the lack of coverage of the vision with the sound is probably a more likely cause than some system error, which de facto would get rid of the reinstallation faster than to search for hours with doubtful success :-D he has already said about other browsers.
  • #9 16870814
    safbot1st
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    bt04jugok wrote:
    he would get rid of doing reinstal

    Restore point.EDIT
    use @ nicnierobie96 .
    How do you have it.
    Post FRST logs:
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/farbar-recovery-scan-tool/
    Use CCleaner, clear browser cache, or use Chrome Uninstaller.

    I assume that there will be no lag on FF.
    ps. Write which AdBlock you are using, disable Extensions. Create a new profile in Khome.

    Added after 3 [hours] 11 [minutes]:

    From what I read, it's more about Chrome:
    https://www.giantbomb.com/forums/bug-reportin...s-desync-after-watching-for-a-while--1775299/
    And check out the right mouse on the video, whether you play it back in 100%, because I heard that YT is moving away from it.
    There are browser add-ons that allow you to choose between flash and html5. Check.
  • #10 16877324
    nicnierobie96
    Level 7  
    Posts: 31
    Adblock has nothing to do because I only have it on Opera, the problem is also on Chrome without Adblock.

    90% of the time I watch Twitch and not YT. Twitch uses HTML5, it's not a FLASH problem.

    The PC is new (2 msc), but I've done a new installation with the format a few days ago. I had the impression that it is ok for a few days. But now the picture is delays again> I hear first, then I see.

    Due to the fact that the system was freshly installed, it does not make sense to pursue CCleaner / delete browser cache etc.?

    Added after 2 [minutes]:

    EDIT:

    The monitor is also new, I use the HDMI cable attached to the monitor. Could this be a cable problem?
    I do not currently have the opportunity to check on another one.

    Added after 4 [minutes]:

    EDIT 2:
    What exact scans should I upload?
    - FRST
    - Addition
    - Shortcot
    Which / which?

    Added after 6 [minutes]:

    EDIT: 3

    I just want to add that this delayed image does not occur immediately, only with time, only after 5-15 minutes is visible delay of the image relative to the sound.
  • #11 16877568
    safbot1st
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    bt04jugok wrote:
    Rushing or slow internet, the reason for the lack of video coverage with audio is probably a more likely cause than some system error

    My attention was drawn to me, and again I'm not sure if it is not the fault of the Internet itself.
    Execute in CMD:
    ping 8.8.8.8 -t
    and next
    ping (IP of your router) -t
    See if it "breaks", whether there are interruptions in reception or long access times.
    The mere fact that the test went out in the standard does not mean that the internet is "stable".
    It's nice if you checked eg on wi-fi neighbor / colleague.

    The theory of system error, drivers and viruses has been abolished in the format,
    therefore, unnecessary FRST, CCleaner.

    You did not write anything about Firefox, you did not run the bootable linux.
    I did not expect such an answer.
    If you do not want to help yourself, we will not help any more.
  • #12 16877604
    nicnierobie96
    Level 7  
    Posts: 31
    bootable linux? I am an ordinary user and not an IT specialist.
    Could this be the fault of the HDMI cable?

    I've just checked the pings in CMD and everything is ok.
    I do not know where the problem may lie.

    Added after 4 [minutes]:

    EDIT:

    Now I watch Twitch for an hour and I do not think I have this problem, it seems to be a delay if it is very light.

    So probably not always the problem is "serious" / growing

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around a user experiencing a 1-2 second audio delay relative to video while streaming on YouTube and Twitch, despite having a new computer with an i5-8400 processor, 8GB RAM, and GTX 1060 6GB graphics card. The issue persists across multiple browsers and is not present in games. Suggestions include checking for browser-specific issues, potential problems with the HDMI cable, and performing network stability tests. Users also recommend reinstalling the operating system or trying a bootable Linux environment for diagnosis. The user notes that the problem seems intermittent and may not always be severe.
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FAQ

TL;DR: User reports “I hear first, then I see” with 1–2 s drift after 5–10 minutes; expert tip: “pause briefly to resync.” "I hear first, then I see." [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16862222]

Quick Facts

What causes audio to lead video over time on YouTube or Twitch?

Gradual A/V drift points to buffer desynchronization during long HTML5 playback. One helper noted, “As if audio and video buffers have been distributed.” This aligns with reports that pausing temporarily re-syncs. Such drift can compound with time and system load. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16862293]

Does this problem hit all browsers equally?

The thread confirms issues on Chrome and Opera, while games remain fine on the same hardware. Testing Firefox adds a different media stack and can isolate Chromium-specific behavior. Cross-browser checks help separate app bugs from system faults. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16862238]

Is Flash the issue here, or is this HTML5 playback?

Twitch uses HTML5, and the user still saw desync there. That rules out Flash as the root cause in this case. Testing YouTube with HTML5 also helped confirm the direction of troubleshooting. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16863348]

Can a simple pause/resume fix the sync issue?

Yes. The user reports that stopping and resuming the video restores sync, though the drift returns later. This indicates playback buffer drift rather than permanent driver failure. It is a quick, temporary mitigation during long streams. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16862222]

Could unstable internet be the real culprit?

Yes. Helpers recommended continuous pings to the router and 8.8.8.8 to expose jitter or drops. A clean speed test can miss intermittent instability. Network spikes can force buffer corrections and visible A/V drift. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16877568]

How do I test my connection for jitter or drops (3-step How-To)?

  1. Open CMD and run: ping 8.8.8.8 -t.
  2. In another window, run: ping your-router-IP -t.
  3. Watch for timeouts or spikes; they indicate instability that can trigger drift. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16877568]

Should I try Firefox or a bootable Linux to isolate the fault?

Yes. Switching to Firefox changes the media pipeline. A live Linux (made with Rufus) bypasses your Windows install. If drift disappears there, the issue likely sits with your Windows or Chromium setup. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870742]

Do antivirus or extensions worsen streaming sync?

They can. A helper advised disabling extensions, trying a new Chrome profile, and checking ad blockers. They also suggested tools if cleanup is needed. This reduces interference with the media pipeline. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870814]

Will reinstalling Windows permanently solve this issue?

Not guaranteed. The user reformatted and reinstalled. The problem seemed gone for days, then returned. That points away from one-time OS corruption and toward playback, drivers, or network stability. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16877324]

Is my HDMI cable causing the delay?

The user asked this, but the thread provides no confirmation of cable faults. Since pausing restores sync, the symptom fits software or network buffering, not a passive cable. Test another cable only after software checks. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16877324]

How bad can the drift get during long sessions?

One report reached about 2–3 seconds after 15–20 minutes on Chrome. Another noted 1–2 seconds after 5–10 minutes. “Pause to resync” helped but did not prevent recurrence. [Elektroda, nicnierobie96, post #16862222]

What quick fixes should I try first?

Disable extensions, especially ad blockers. Create a fresh Chrome profile. Ensure HTML5 playback and verify 100% playback zoom via the video’s context menu. These steps reduced interference in the thread. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870814]

What is a bootable Linux and why use Rufus?

A bootable Linux runs from a USB without altering Windows. Rufus creates that USB easily. If streaming stays in sync there, your hardware is fine, and Windows or browser settings need focus. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870742]

What is FRST, and do I need to post its logs?

FRST is Farbar Recovery Scan Tool. A helper asked for logs when deeper cleanup seemed possible. Use it only if simpler browser and network tests fail. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870814]

What is SMART (with CDI) and why share it?

SMART are drive health metrics. A helper requested SMART via CrystalDiskInfo to exclude storage faults that could stall buffering. It is a quick health check. [Elektroda, safbot1st, post #16870742]

Does antivirus like NOD32 affect streaming sync?

One helper asked to test with NOD disabled. Security filters can hook into traffic and add latency. A short disable test isolates their impact without uninstalling. [Elektroda, Kasek21, post #16862236]
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