Many laptop users notice that browser-based games like bowling sometimes lag or stutter. This is especially common on laptops with dual GPUs – one integrated (like Intel) and one dedicated (like NVIDIA or AMD).

By default, Windows uses the integrated GPU for your browser, which can cause performance problems in games.

In some cases, the Intel GPU may also limit the frame rate to 30 FPS, especially when power saving is enabled.
The good news is: you can fix both of these problems by changing a few settings.
Here's how:

Step-by-step: Force Your Browser to Use the Dedicated GPU
1. Open Graphics Settings
Open the Start menu and type Graphics settings

Click the result under System Settings

2. Choose the App to Configure
Under "Choose an app to set preference", select Desktop app

Click Browse, then find your browser executable:

Chrome: C:\Program Files\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe

Firefox: C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe

Edge: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe

3. Set GPU Preference
After adding the browser, click on it and select Options

Choose High performance to force the dedicated GPU

Save the changes and restart your browser

Optional: Remove the 30 FPS Limit on Intel GPUs
If you're still getting low frame rates (like 30 FPS), your Intel GPU may be limiting the performance.
Here are some ways to fix it:

Open Intel Graphics Command Center

Go to the Power or Display tab

Disable settings like Display Power Saving, Panel Self Refresh, or Enhanced Battery Saving

Change Windows Power Plan

Open the Control Panel > Power Options

Set it to High Performance or Ultimate Performance

Disable Frame Rate Limit in Chrome (Advanced)

Add these launch options to your Chrome shortcut:
--disable-frame-rate-limit --disable-gpu-vsync

Update Your Graphics Driver

Visit intel.com and download the latest driver

Prefer the "Standard" version over the "DCH" version if your laptop allows it

By following these steps, you can greatly improve performance in browser games, especially on laptops where Windows defaults to the weaker integrated GPU. This will help make games run smoother and reduce annoying stuttering.