Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5003690 to fix performance in games

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Earlier, we that Microsoft has finally released an update to solve the game lag problem caused by the previous cumulative update, but the fix is ​​only available for Insider users.

Now Microsoft has released a new cumulative update (KB5003690) containing the fix to the stable channel. If affected by the above issues, you can install this cumulative update.

This update applies to Windows 10 20H1, 20H2, 21H1 versions, other versions have not been released yet. Users need to continue to wait for Microsoft’s development.

KB5003690 update released this time is of a test nature. Usually, it will only be installed if you actively click to check for the update, and other problems may also be caused after installation.

Windows 10++ Start menu

Changelog

  • Updates an issue in a small subset of users that have lower than expected performance in games after installing KB5000842 or later.

  • Updates an issue that causes the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) to suddenly stop working while you are typing.
  • Updates an issue in which signing in using a PIN fails. The error message is “Something happened and your PIN isn’t available. Click to set up your PIN again.”
  • Updates an issue that, in certain cases, takes you out of the exclusive virtual reality (VR) app and back to Windows Mixed Reality Home when you press the Windows button on the controller.
  • Updates an issue that causes blurry text on the news and interests button on the Windows taskbar for some screen resolutions.
  • Updates an issue with Search box graphics on the Windows taskbar that occurs if you right-click the taskbar and turn off News and interests. This graphics issue is especially visible when using dark mode.
  • Updates an issue that might prevent you from using your fingerprint to sign in after startup or waking up your device from sleep.

  • Updates an issue that might cause a high-pitched noise or squeak in certain apps when you play 5.1 Dolby Digital audio using certain audio devices and Windows settings.

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