Cyberpunk 2077 2.5 FSR 4 Stuttering Fix — High FPS but Choppy?

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Updated October 27, 2026

Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 FSR 4 stuttering infographic comparing choppy and smooth gameplay with AMD FSR Frame Generation settings.

Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 can feel choppy on some AMD Radeon systems even when the FPS counter shows a high frame rate. You might see 100–120 FPS with Frame Generation enabled, yet camera movement and combat still feel closer to 50–60 FPS.

The problem can be confusing because lowering graphics settings does not always improve the experience. Sometimes the issue is not simply low FPS but how consistently frames are generated and displayed.

Update 2.5 includes AMD FSR 4 upscaling and FSR 3.1 Frame Generation support. Depending on your graphics card, driver, and configuration, additional Frame Generation options may also be available.

If gameplay feels less smooth than the FPS counter suggests, the best approach is to test Frame Generation separately from upscaling, check your underlying frame rate, and simplify your Radeon settings.

This guide explains how to troubleshoot FSR stuttering, compare available Frame Generation options, improve frame pacing, and address related Radeon crashes and freezes.

Quick Answer: How to Fix FSR Stuttering in Cyberpunk 2077 2.5

If Cyberpunk 2077 shows high FPS but feels choppy with AMD FSR Frame Generation enabled:

  1. Open Settings → Graphics.
  2. Find the AMD FSR Frame Generation setting.
  3. If your configuration offers both FSR 4 and FSR 3.1 Frame Generation, switch to FSR 3.1 Frame Generation and compare smoothness.
  4. Keep your resolution, upscaling quality, and other graphics settings unchanged during the first test.
  5. If the problem continues, disable Frame Generation completely.
  6. Test the game's underlying FPS and camera movement in the same location.
  7. Check V-Sync, monitor refresh rate, Radeon settings, and graphics drivers if stuttering persists.

If your graphics menu does not offer a choice between Frame Generation versions, skip that comparison and test with Frame Generation disabled.

Important: Switching Frame Generation versions is a troubleshooting workaround, not a guaranteed fix. If gameplay stutters even with Frame Generation disabled, investigate base performance and frame pacing instead.

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Why Does Cyberpunk 2077 Show High FPS but Still Feel Choppy?

Frame Generation creates additional frames between traditionally rendered frames. This can increase the displayed FPS counter without increasing the game's underlying simulation rate or input responsiveness by the same amount.

For example, a game running at approximately 55 FPS before Frame Generation might report a much higher displayed frame rate after generated frames are added.

However, smoothness still depends on several factors:

  • How consistently the original frames are rendered.
  • Whether generated frames are displayed at regular intervals.
  • The game's underlying input responsiveness.
  • Monitor refresh rate and synchronization settings.
  • Graphics-driver and Frame Generation compatibility.
  • Sudden frame-time spikes during gameplay.

This is why a high FPS counter does not always mean that movement will feel equally smooth or responsive.

What Changed With Update 2.5?

Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 updated its AMD FSR options.

The update removed FSR 3 upscaling while retaining FSR 2.1, FSR 4 upscaling, and FSR 3.1 Frame Generation support.

It also introduced an FSR Anti-Lag 2 toggle.

FSR Upscaling vs Frame Generation

These are two different technologies.

FSR upscaling renders the game at a lower internal resolution and reconstructs the image at your selected output resolution.

FSR Frame Generation creates additional displayed frames.

Changing your upscaling method does not necessarily change the Frame Generation implementation.

AMD Software can also provide upgrades to supported FSR implementations, depending on the game, GPU, and driver configuration.

For troubleshooting, identify which feature you are changing rather than treating every FSR option as the same setting.

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Fix 1: Compare Available FSR Frame Generation Options

This is the first test to try if your FPS counter is high but gameplay feels unusually uneven.

Some Radeon configurations may feel smoother with FSR 3.1 Frame Generation than with a newer machine-learning Frame Generation implementation.

However, not every GPU or driver configuration provides a separate selection between these versions.

Step 1: Open the Graphics Settings

Launch Cyberpunk 2077 and open:

Settings → Graphics

Find the AMD FSR options.

The available selections depend on your hardware, driver, and game configuration.

Step 2: Identify the Frame Generation Setting

Look specifically for Frame Generation.

Do not confuse it with the FSR upscaling quality preset.

For example, changing an upscaling preset from Quality to Balanced is not the same as changing the Frame Generation implementation.

Step 3: Compare Versions if Both Are Available

If your configuration provides separate FSR 4 and FSR 3.1 Frame Generation options:

  1. Note the currently selected option.
  2. Select FSR 3.1 Frame Generation.
  3. Apply the change.
  4. Restart the game if prompted.
  5. Test gameplay in the same location.
  6. Keep your other graphics settings unchanged.

If the game does not offer this choice, do not assume that the option is missing because something is broken.

Instead, disable Frame Generation temporarily and continue with Fix 2.

Step 4: Compare Smoothness in the Same Area

Load the same save and return to a location where you previously noticed stuttering.

Try:

  • Rotating the camera slowly.
  • Turning quickly while standing still.
  • Walking through a crowded street.
  • Driving through an area with uneven performance.
  • Moving during combat.

Pay attention to motion consistency and responsiveness rather than relying entirely on the FPS counter.

Step 5: Keep the Better-Performing Configuration

If FSR 3.1 Frame Generation feels smoother, continue using it.

If there is no improvement, restore your previous configuration and move to the next test.

Tip: Avoid changing ray tracing, resolution, upscaling quality, and Frame Generation simultaneously. Changing one setting at a time makes it easier to identify what actually affects the problem.

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Fix 2: Test Your FPS Without Frame Generation

If switching Frame Generation versions does not help, test how Cyberpunk 2077 performs without generated frames.

This helps distinguish a Frame Generation problem from an underlying performance problem.

How to Test Base FPS

  1. Open Settings → Graphics.
  2. Disable Frame Generation.
  3. Keep your resolution and upscaling settings unchanged.
  4. Load the same save.
  5. Check FPS and smoothness in the same location.
  6. Compare the results with Frame Generation enabled.

What the Results Mean

Case 1: Gameplay feels smooth without Frame Generation

Your underlying performance may be stable, while Frame Generation or its presentation settings contribute to uneven motion.

Try another available Frame Generation option or leave Frame Generation disabled.

Case 2: Gameplay still stutters without Frame Generation

The problem is probably not limited to generated frames.

Investigate graphics settings, driver behavior, CPU performance, and frame-time spikes.

Case 3: Base FPS is consistently low

Frame Generation may increase the displayed FPS number, but it cannot fully compensate for a low or unstable underlying frame rate.

Try reducing demanding graphics settings to improve base performance before enabling Frame Generation again.

What Base FPS Should You Aim For?

A stable base frame rate around 60 FPS is a useful target before enabling Frame Generation.

This is not a strict requirement for every system, but a higher and more consistent underlying frame rate generally provides a better starting point.

If your base FPS fluctuates heavily, focus on stabilizing it first.

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Fix 3: Check V-Sync and Monitor Refresh Rate

Even when Frame Generation is working, an unsuitable refresh-rate or synchronization configuration can affect how smooth the game appears.

Check Your Windows Refresh Rate

On Windows 11:

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Select System → Display.
  3. Open Advanced display.
  4. Select the monitor running Cyberpunk 2077.
  5. Check the refresh-rate setting.
  6. Choose your intended supported refresh rate.

For example, if you own a 144 Hz monitor but Windows is running it at 60 Hz, the display cannot show 144 distinct frames each second.

A high-refresh-rate display, preferably 120 Hz or above, is a useful match for Frame Generation.

Test V-Sync Carefully

Open Cyberpunk 2077's video settings and locate V-Sync.

Test the available synchronization configuration while keeping other settings unchanged.

If you use FreeSync or another variable-refresh-rate feature, check that it is configured correctly for your monitor.

There is no universal V-Sync setting that guarantees the best result on every PC.

However, enabling in-game V-Sync is particularly relevant to a separate Radeon issue involving freezes when switching applications or toggling overlays.

Avoid Conflicting FPS Limits

Check whether a frame-rate limit is enabled in:

  • Cyberpunk 2077.
  • AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition.
  • A third-party frame-rate limiter.
  • Another graphics or display utility.

Multiple overlapping limits can complicate troubleshooting.

Temporarily simplify the configuration before testing Frame Generation again.

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Fix 4: Troubleshoot Radeon Crashes With a Second Monitor

A separate Cyberpunk 2077 issue can occur on certain AMD Radeon RX 9000-series graphics cards when several features are enabled together.

The affected combination includes:

  • AMD FSR Upscaling.
  • Radeon Anti-Lag.
  • In-game Frame Generation.
  • Video playback on a secondary display.

Under these conditions, the game may crash or experience a graphics-driver timeout.

Simply having two monitors connected does not necessarily mean your system will experience this problem.

Recommended Workaround: Disable In-Game Frame Generation

If your game crashes while a video is playing on another display:

  1. Close the video or streaming application.
  2. Relaunch Cyberpunk 2077 if necessary.
  3. Open Settings → Graphics.
  4. Disable Frame Generation.
  5. Apply the setting.
  6. Test the game again with the second monitor connected.

If the crash stops, keep Frame Generation disabled while using that display configuration.

Additional Diagnostic Tests

You can also try:

  • Pausing video playback on the second monitor.
  • Temporarily disconnecting the second display.
  • Testing without Radeon Anti-Lag.
  • Checking for an updated AMD graphics driver.

These are diagnostic steps rather than guaranteed fixes.

Important: This crash problem is different from gameplay that feels choppy despite a high FPS counter. The two symptoms should not automatically be treated as the same issue.

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Fix 5: Troubleshoot Freezes When Switching Apps or Toggling Overlays

Some Radeon RX 9000-series systems may experience hangs when switching applications or toggling overlays while using AMD FSR Frame Generation.

This can happen when:

  • Pressing Alt + Tab.
  • Opening or closing an overlay.
  • Switching between the game and another application.
  • Returning to Cyberpunk 2077 after using another window.

Recommended Workaround: Enable In-Game V-Sync

For this specific issue, AMD recommends enabling V-Sync in the game.

To test it:

  1. Launch Cyberpunk 2077.
  2. Open Settings → Video.
  3. Find V-Sync.
  4. Enable it.
  5. Apply the setting.
  6. Test switching applications again.

If the system becomes stable, keep the setting enabled while using Frame Generation.

If the problem persists, disable Frame Generation and test again.

Disable Unnecessary Overlays

Temporarily close overlays you do not need, including performance-monitoring and recording utilities.

Re-enable them one at a time to identify any conflicts.

Do not assume an overlay is responsible unless the problem changes when it is disabled.

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Fix 6: Check AMD Drivers and Radeon Settings

Graphics-driver behavior can affect Frame Generation, synchronization, and frame pacing.

If Cyberpunk 2077 began stuttering after an update, check your driver configuration before changing advanced game files.

Check Your Radeon Driver

Open AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition and note your installed driver version.

Check AMD's driver release notes for Cyberpunk 2077-related issues and workarounds.

If a newer compatible driver is available, consider updating.

If the problem started immediately after a driver update, a previous stable driver may be worth testing.

Reset Custom Radeon Profiles

If you have a custom profile for Cyberpunk 2077, temporarily restore its default settings.

Pay attention to:

  • Radeon Anti-Lag.
  • Frame-rate limiting.
  • Enhanced Sync.
  • Radeon Chill.
  • Driver-level upscaling or Frame Generation features.
  • Custom display settings.

Test the game after restoring defaults.

Avoid Stacking Frame Generation Methods

Do not enable multiple Frame Generation methods without understanding how they interact.

If you are using the game's built-in Frame Generation, begin with a simple driver configuration and confirm that it works correctly.

AMD Software may upgrade supported FSR implementations through its own settings. This is different from manually installing third-party replacement files.

If you are troubleshooting unexpected behavior, temporarily disable optional driver-level upgrades or overrides where available, then compare the game's native configuration.

Should You Perform a Clean Driver Installation?

A clean installation may help if your driver configuration is corrupted or an ordinary update did not resolve the issue.

However, it is not a guaranteed fix for FSR stuttering.

Try the simpler in-game tests first.

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FSR 4 vs FSR 3.1: Which Should You Use?

The better configuration depends on your hardware and how consistently the game runs.

Remember that FSR 4 upscaling and FSR 3.1 Frame Generation are different features, so they should not be treated as direct alternatives.

Keep Your Current FSR Configuration If:

  • Camera movement feels consistently smooth.
  • You do not experience unusual frame pacing.
  • The game remains stable.
  • Input responsiveness is acceptable.
  • Your underlying FPS is reasonably consistent.

Try FSR 3.1 Frame Generation If:

  • Your configuration offers it as an alternative.
  • A newer Frame Generation option reports high FPS but feels choppy.
  • Camera movement appears uneven.
  • Switching to FSR 3.1 improves perceived smoothness.

Disable Frame Generation If:

  • Every available option produces uneven motion.
  • Your underlying FPS is too unstable.
  • You experience crashes or driver timeouts associated with Frame Generation.
  • You prefer the responsiveness of traditionally rendered frames.

Can You Use FSR 4 Upscaling With FSR 3.1 Frame Generation?

Upscaling and Frame Generation are separate functions, but the combinations available to you depend on the game's implementation and your graphics-driver configuration.

Do not assume that every combination can be selected manually.

Use the options available in your game and driver software, and test the result.

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What if Cyberpunk 2077 Still Stutters After These Fixes?

If stuttering remains even with Frame Generation disabled, investigate the game's underlying performance.

Lower Demanding Graphics Settings

Start with settings that significantly affect GPU workload, especially if you use ray tracing or path tracing.

Reduce one demanding option at a time and compare the result.

If your base FPS improves and becomes more stable, you can test Frame Generation again.

Use the Built-In Benchmark

Run Cyberpunk 2077's benchmark with Frame Generation disabled.

Record the results, then repeat the benchmark after changing one setting.

A benchmark can help identify large performance differences, although it may not reproduce every stutter encountered during open-world gameplay.

Verify Game Files

On Steam:

  1. Open your Library.
  2. Right-click Cyberpunk 2077.
  3. Select Properties.
  4. Open Installed Files.
  5. Select Verify integrity of game files.

Use the equivalent repair or verification feature on GOG Galaxy or Epic Games Launcher.

Check Mods and Background Applications

Outdated mods and third-party utilities may interfere with the game after an update.

Temporarily test without nonessential mods and overlays, taking care to back up your files and saves first.

Check for Other Update 2.5 Problems

Not every performance issue is related to Frame Generation.

If Cyberpunk 2077 takes unusually long to load after Update 2.5, our AMD SMT slow-loading guide explains how to test the SMT setting while checking for possible FPS loss.

If the game launches to a black screen when HDR is enabled, see our Cyberpunk 2077 2.5 HDR black-screen troubleshooting guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Cyberpunk 2077 show 120 FPS but feel like 60 FPS?
Frame Generation can increase the displayed FPS counter without increasing the underlying game simulation or input responsiveness by the same amount. Uneven frame pacing can also make motion feel choppy despite a high reported FPS.

How do I fix FSR stuttering in Cyberpunk 2077 2.5?
If your configuration offers multiple Frame Generation versions, compare them without changing your other graphics settings. If that does not help, disable Frame Generation and check your underlying FPS.

Is FSR 3.1 Frame Generation better than FSR 4 Frame Generation?
Not universally. Some systems may feel smoother with FSR 3.1 Frame Generation, while others work correctly with a newer implementation. Compare the available options on your own hardware.

Should I disable Frame Generation completely?
Disable it temporarily to determine whether it contributes to the problem. You can leave it off if the game feels smoother or more responsive without it.

Does Frame Generation increase input responsiveness?
Frame Generation increases the number of displayed frames, but it does not increase the underlying simulation rate in the same way as rendering more original frames. Input responsiveness still depends heavily on base performance and latency.

What base FPS should I have before enabling Frame Generation?
A stable base frame rate around 60 FPS is a useful target. Lower frame rates can still benefit in some situations, but unstable base performance may lead to a less satisfying result.

Why does Cyberpunk 2077 crash when I watch videos on a second monitor?
Certain Radeon RX 9000-series configurations may encounter crashes or driver timeouts when AMD FSR Upscaling, Radeon Anti-Lag, and in-game Frame Generation are enabled while video plays on another display. Disabling in-game Frame Generation is the recommended workaround for that specific issue.

Can V-Sync fix Cyberpunk 2077 Frame Generation freezes?
For certain RX 9000-series systems that hang when switching applications or toggling overlays, enabling in-game V-Sync is a recommended workaround. It is not a universal solution for every stuttering problem.

Does FSR 4 work on every AMD graphics card?
No. Availability depends on GPU compatibility, driver support, and the particular FSR feature being used. Check the options available in your game and AMD Software rather than assuming every Radeon card supports the same implementation.

Should I install OptiScaler to fix FSR stuttering?
It is not necessary for the initial troubleshooting process. First test the game's built-in Frame Generation options, underlying FPS, graphics-driver settings, and official workarounds.

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Final Thoughts

If Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 shows a high FPS counter but still feels choppy, start by checking your Frame Generation configuration.

If your system offers multiple Frame Generation implementations, compare them while keeping the other graphics settings unchanged. If no alternative is available, disable Frame Generation and check whether the underlying game runs smoothly.

For Radeon RX 9000-series users, crashes involving video playback on a secondary monitor and freezes when switching applications are separate issues with different recommended workarounds.

The most important test is not whether the FPS counter increases. It is whether gameplay actually becomes smoother, more stable, and more responsive on your system.

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