does tweaking actually work? (stix tweaks 2.3) fortnite fps test latency compare

Summary

In this video, the speaker tests out 'sticks tweaks,' a PC optimization utility aimed at boosting FPS for Fortnite and other games. Despite claims of performance improvements, the tweaks led to severe instability, including FPS drops, game freezes, and potential corruption of system files like shaders. After experiencing crashes and being unable to boot into Windows, the speaker strongly advises against using the utility, citing potential risks. They also criticize the creator's professionalism, highlighting reused thumbnails and steep pricing for personal tweak services. Ultimately, the speaker warns others to avoid the utility based on their negative experience.

Takeaways

• 😀 The user tested 'Sticks Tweaks' in hopes of improving FPS for Fortnite but faced significant stability issues.
• 😀 Despite FPS improvements, the tweaks caused severe instability, including Windows crashes and FPS drops during gameplay.
• 😀 The user suspected the tweaks might have corrupted shaders or the bootloader, which contributed to the system failure.
• 😀 While the FPS was better in creative mode, the overall system performance was significantly worse, particularly during certain in-game actions like destroying a bush.
• 😀 The experience led the user to a conclusion that tweaking utilities like 'Sticks Tweaks' might not be worth the risk, as they can cause more harm than good.
• 😀 The user experienced a critical failure with their PC, with Windows becoming unbootable after applying the tweaks.
• 😀 The user pointed out a concerning detail that the creator of 'Sticks Tweaks' reused thumbnails for their videos, which raised red flags about the professionalism of the content creator.
• 😀 'Sticks Tweaks' is not recommended due to the high cost and poor user experience, leading to system instability.
• 😀 The user speculated that the utility could have caused damage to the PC due to improper handling of system files like shaders, despite not being an expert on tweaking.
• 😀 The user's personal experience led to the advice of avoiding 'Sticks Tweaks' and seeking safer alternatives for improving FPS without risking system stability.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of testing the Sticks Tweaks utility?

The main purpose is to determine if Sticks Tweaks can boost FPS in Fortnite while maintaining system stability.

What was the initial result of using Sticks Tweaks on FPS performance?

The initial result showed an FPS boost, especially in average FPS, but it came with major system instability and FPS drops.

What specific problem did the user encounter after applying the tweaks?

The user encountered shader issues and system crashes, leading to instability in both the game and Windows, making the PC unusable.

What theory did the user propose regarding the cause of the system instability?

The user theorized that the tweak affected the shaders, causing the system to freeze, especially when destroying objects in the game.

How did the user describe their experience during the FPS tests?

The user experienced significant performance issues, with FPS drops and instability, particularly in ranked games, which made the experience very unpleasant.

What happened to the PC after applying the tweaks?

After applying the tweaks, the PC became unstable, and the user was unable to log into Windows, ultimately rendering the PC unusable.

What did the user suggest might have caused the boot issue after applying the tweak?

The user suggested that the bootloader might have been corrupted during the tweak, but they couldn't find a solution to fix it.

How did the user feel about the price of Sticks' PC tweaking service?

The user felt that the $100 price for Sticks' PC tweaking service was excessive, especially considering the negative experience with the free utility.

What additional concerns did the user express about Sticks, the creator of the tweaks?

The user was concerned about Sticks' reused thumbnails on YouTube and his lack of effort in creating new content, which raised a red flag about his professionalism.

What is the user's final conclusion about Sticks Tweaks?

The user concluded that Sticks Tweaks caused more harm than good and advised against using the utility due to the system instability it caused.