Hello, yesterday I reinstalled win 7 when I wanted to play today in Minecraft, it was cutting and reaching max 60FPS before reinstallation, it was 120-300FPS. What could be the problem? My pc configuration: CPU:I3 3220 3.30GhZx4 Ram:10GB 1800MhZ Graphics Card: GTX 470 1.2GB 320bit

the rest of the configuration? What temperatures from hwinfo sensors only while playing. How are other games running?

sorry for not replying for so long but I was in the hospital already writing the whole configuration Motherboard: Asus P8H61-M PRO Processor: i3 3220 3.30GhzX4 socket 1155 Ram:10GB=HyperX 8GB 1800MHZ+GoodRam 2GB 1800MhZ DDR3 Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX470 1.2GB Power Supply CZ 600W Disk: 2xHDD Samsung 160GB + Seagate BARACUDA 320GB Added after 1 [minutes]: oh it's been a bit Added after 4 [minutes]: Added after 1 [hours] 19 [minutes]:

Once you get to inserting screenshots from Hwinfo, tell me.

I would say that none are inserted with hwinfo yet - maybe in hwmonitor but who uses it? It's better to log in to the file while playing as in the guide? Diagnose and fix game performance issues.

Well, unfortunately in HWMonitor because I can't turn on HWInfo because it crashes all the time

What mistake? 3dmark11 passes the benchmark correctly? Submit the result means link after testing.

And also 3d Mark 11 does not start, it crashes that a file is missing Added after 37 : I downloaded and installed 2 more times

But which one? Dude, give specifics - insert screenshots with errors, otherwise you don't know something forgot to install.

A bit strange but on the older version 200-350FPS works for me, i.e. minecraft 1.12.2 and when I run 1.13 it cuts like that

[Solved] Drop in Minecraft FPS on i3 3220, GTX 470 after Windows 7 Reinstall

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#1 17482432 07 Oct 2018 12:37

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Hello, yesterday I reinstalled win 7 when I wanted to play today
in Minecraft, it was cutting and reaching max 60FPS before reinstallation, it was 120-300FPS. What could be the problem?

My pc configuration:
CPU:I3 3220 3.30GhZx4
Ram:10GB 1800MhZ
Graphics Card: GTX 470 1.2GB 320bit
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the rest of the configuration?

What temperatures from hwinfo sensors only while playing. How are other games running?
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sorry for not replying for so long but I was in the hospital already writing the whole configuration
Motherboard: Asus P8H61-M PRO
Processor: i3 3220 3.30GhzX4 socket 1155
Ram:10GB=HyperX 8GB 1800MHZ+GoodRam 2GB 1800MhZ DDR3
Graphics Card: Gigabyte GTX470 1.2GB
Power Supply CZ 600W
Disk: 2xHDD Samsung 160GB + Seagate BARACUDA 320GB

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oh it's been a bit

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Added after 1 [hours] 19 [minutes]:
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Once you get to inserting screenshots from Hwinfo, tell me.
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they're all XD
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I would say that none are inserted with hwinfo yet - maybe in hwmonitor but who uses it?
It's better to log in to the file while playing as in the guide?
Diagnose and fix game performance issues.
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Well, unfortunately in HWMonitor because I can't turn on HWInfo because it crashes all the time
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What mistake?

3dmark11 passes the benchmark correctly? Submit the result means link after testing.
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And also 3d Mark 11 does not start, it crashes that a file is missing

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I downloaded and installed 2 more times
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But which one? Dude, give specifics - insert screenshots with errors, otherwise you don't know something forgot to install.
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A bit strange but on the older version 200-350FPS works for me, i.e. minecraft 1.12.2
and when I run 1.13 it cuts like that
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And how about the CPU load because it will be based on the CPU. Apparently, they introduced something interesting. Do you have java updated?
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Okay, the end of checking, because I accidentally fixed XD I changed the Launcher to another and it works normally on the new version, so none of your comments were useful, but they will be useful in the future if something like this happened to me what you described
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If you had some kind of modified Luncher, it's possible that you were digging someone's currency in the process. That's why there were cuts.
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✨ After reinstalling Windows 7, a user experienced a significant drop in Minecraft FPS, from 120-300 FPS to a maximum of 60 FPS. The user's PC configuration includes an Intel i3 3220 CPU, 10GB RAM, and a GTX 470 graphics card. Various troubleshooting steps were suggested, including checking temperatures with HWInfo, ensuring Java is updated, and verifying the performance of other games. The user later discovered that switching to a different launcher resolved the FPS issue, indicating that the original launcher may have been problematic. Concerns were raised about potential malware if a modified launcher was used.

FAQ

TL;DR: 60 FPS after reinstall vs 120–300 FPS before; switching to a different Minecraft Launcher fixed it: “I changed the Launcher to another and it works normally.” [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492852]

Why it matters: This FAQ helps Windows 7 Minecraft players on older i3/GTX 470 rigs fix sudden 1.13 stutter or a 60 FPS cap.

Quick Facts

Baseline: i3‑3220, GTX 470 1.2 GB, 10 GB DDR3; issue started right after Windows 7 reinstall. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17482432]
Performance note: 1.12.2 delivered ~200–350 FPS; 1.13 introduced heavy stutter on the same PC. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492813]
Proven fix: Switching to another Minecraft Launcher restored normal FPS on 1.13. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492852]
Diagnostics standard: Use HWiNFO sensor logging during gameplay; don’t rely on static HWMonitor screenshots. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492606]
Tuning focus: 1.13 is CPU‑bound on older chips—verify CPU load and update Java. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492844]

Why did Minecraft FPS tank after my Windows 7 reinstall?

Two common shifts cause this: moving to Minecraft 1.13, which is more CPU‑bound, and outdated Java/runtime. Check CPU load first. If the CPU pegs high on a few threads, you’re CPU‑limited. Update Java and retest. As one helper said, “it will be based on the CPU.” [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492844]

What fixed it for the original poster (i3‑3220, GTX 470)?

They switched to a different Minecraft Launcher. After changing the launcher, Minecraft 1.13 returned to normal performance on the same hardware. This points to a launcher/runtime issue rather than failing components or drivers. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492852]

Does 1.12.2 run faster than 1.13 on this hardware?

Yes. The user saw about 200–350 FPS on 1.12.2, while 1.13 exhibited significant stutter. This indicates 1.13’s higher CPU demands on older processors. Testing both versions helps isolate version‑related slowdowns. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492813]

How do I log temps and usage during gameplay to diagnose stutter?

Use HWiNFO and capture a sensors log.

Open HWiNFO and go to Sensors.
Start logging to a file before launching Minecraft.
Play 5–10 minutes, stop logging, and review or share the CSV. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492606]

HWiNFO crashes on my PC—what should I do?

Acknowledge the crash and try again after a reboot. If it still fails, temporarily use HWMonitor for basic readings. Then return to HWiNFO for proper logs when possible. Note the crash details for helpers. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492623]

Why run 3DMark11, and what should I share?

A quick GPU benchmark confirms if the graphics card performs within expectations. Run 3DMark11 and submit the result link after testing. Helpers can compare your score to typical baselines. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492625]

3DMark11 says a file is missing—how do I proceed?

Capture and share the exact error message or a screenshot. Without specifics, it’s unclear which dependency you missed. Post the details so others can advise the correct fix. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492768]

Could a modified launcher cause the lag—or worse?

Yes. A modified launcher can include unwanted processes, like cryptominers. As one user warned, “you were digging someone’s currency in the process.” Use the official launcher to rule this out. [Elektroda, icosie, post #17493347]

Should I update Java for Minecraft 1.13 on Windows 7?

Yes. Update Java to the latest supported build and retest. Outdated Java can worsen CPU‑bound behavior and stability. “Do you have java updated?” was a key troubleshooting prompt in this case. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492844]

Could mixed RAM (8+2 GB) or a 600W PSU be the cause here?

Unlikely in this scenario. The issue disappeared after switching launchers, which points to software, not PSU or RAM configuration. Keep them in mind only if problems persist. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492852]

How can I quickly test if my slowdown is version‑specific?

Install and run Minecraft 1.12.2, then 1.13, with similar settings and scenes. Compare FPS and smoothness. Large differences suggest a version/runtime issue, not failing hardware. [Elektroda, RC1212RCXD, post #17492813]

What should I do right after a fresh Windows install to avoid game FPS issues?

Follow a structured diagnostic: install proper drivers, then log CPU/GPU sensors during gameplay. Share logs instead of static screenshots. Work through a step‑by‑step guide before changing hardware. [Elektroda, enhanced, post #17492606]