Why is my PC running slower than expected

A PC running slower than expected can be caused by several underlying issues, and identifying the root cause is essential for improving performance. One of the most common reasons is a hardware bottleneck, where one component, often the CPU, GPU, or even RAM, can’t keep up with the others. When this happens, your system can’t perform at its full potential, leading to lag, stuttering, low FPS, or slow multitasking.