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When connecting the Xbox One S controller via bluetooth, many games suffer performance problems.
This is remedied by plugging it in via usb.
Firmware updates so far have not remedied the problem.
Just a brief anecdotal example before I demonstrate the scope of this problem
Just Cause 3's menu screen is locked to 30fps.
With KB+M: 30fps
XBone S via bluetooth: 22fps
XBone S via usb: 30fps
Now, this issue has come up in many forums over across the internet.
http://steamcommunity.com/app/462780/discussions/0/154642447923607852
http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/1554736-Bluetooth-Xbox-Controller-FPS-DROP-glitch-Forums
http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/1586804-Problem-controller-with-cable-vs-Wireless-Forums
How do we get some dev attention on this issue? It's widespread and affects many games, and seems to be a driver issue.
I've tried updating from the current live release to the most recent insider build, as well as buying a high end bluetooth adapter. The issue persists, and clearly has nothing to do with me, my config, or anything we as users can do.
I've taken a fresh format, installed Trials Fusion(this game is particularly bad, unplayable over bluetooth0, and could immediately see the issue in play.
I've even swapped GPUs, from AMD to nVidia (not in an attempt to fix this, but it rules out display driver related issues)
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Same here. Experienced 5-15 frame drops in AC Origins while using controller over bluetooth. I updated my controller with the latest update and no change. Tried switching back to official wireless adapter and the game was running great again. I haven't tested to see if the issue persists in other games yet. I'm using Windows 10 with anniversary update installed.
Same happens with me. It is the only bluetooth controller that causes issues. If you use the official wireless adapter the issue disappears as well which is what I've done on my main PC.
I'm having the exact same issues. I didn't realize it was specifically tied to the blutooth function though until I read your post and tested it for myself and you're absolutely right. The FPS only drops down to under 30 when it's connected via blutooth wirelessly, but when I plug it in manually it runs fine at 60fps. The game I tested on was Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning.
I'm using an Alienware 13
Windows 10 pro version 1709
Build 16299.19
Everything is updated etc.
YES FIXED (working i mean)
If you're looking for a fix to this issue /u/pixelcowboy on reddit has found a workaround where if you enable Xbox controller configuration support in the Steam controller settings you won't suffer any performance issues. This likely means there are some software related issues on Microsoft's end. Of course this workaround only works for Steam games so it's not a full fix.
