Overwatch

apilot0404
Member

178

11-24-2016, 03:32 AM

Overwatch requires more power from the CPU or GPU depending on the setup. Your friend’s current hardware is outdated, so upgrading those components would likely improve performance. Since he’s already spending a lot on upgrades, starting with the CPU or GPU makes sense before adding RAM or monitors. The 1080p displays might be contributing to the perceived lag, but it’s probably not the main issue.

apilot0404

11-24-2016, 03:32 AM #1

MrShanta
Junior Member

11-24-2016, 07:28 AM

It's dual, but he needs to upgrade his CPU first. Consider a quad-core Intel processor or hold off until Zen is released soon.

MrShanta

11-24-2016, 07:28 AM #2

It's dual, but he needs to upgrade his CPU first. Consider a quad-core Intel processor or hold off until Zen is released soon.

th5c
Junior Member

11-26-2016, 12:23 AM

It affects performance regardless of whether you're playing games, but usually it's barely noticeable unless you're gaming. I think upgrading the CPU would be a better solution.

th5c

11-26-2016, 12:23 AM #3

It affects performance regardless of whether you're playing games, but usually it's barely noticeable unless you're gaming. I think upgrading the CPU would be a better solution.

Richiekim
Junior Member

11-26-2016, 07:15 AM

Obtain a fresh CPU such as the 7100 or the latest HT Pentium. Consider models like the 1050Ti or 1060.

Richiekim

11-26-2016, 07:15 AM #4

Obtain a fresh CPU such as the 7100 or the latest HT Pentium. Consider models like the 1050Ti or 1060.

PvtStoner
Senior Member

599

11-26-2016, 09:31 AM

Requires a powerful graphics card upgrade despite high CPU demand.

PvtStoner

11-26-2016, 09:31 AM #5

Requires a powerful graphics card upgrade despite high CPU demand.

CatBuggz
Member

248

11-26-2016, 01:05 PM

He is considering the i5 6500/7500 or Zen processors, but because AMD hasn't released a date yet, he's leaning toward Intel. For graphics, he might get the 1060 with 6GB memory later, or possibly a Vega GPU when they announce it this summer or soon!

CatBuggz

11-26-2016, 01:05 PM #6

Wojtula
Junior Member

11-26-2016, 02:06 PM

Many are recommending CPU while others suggest GPU... This is making me even more puzzled!

Wojtula

11-26-2016, 02:06 PM #7

Many are recommending CPU while others suggest GPU... This is making me even more puzzled!

Harambe_Lives
Member

184

11-26-2016, 06:24 PM

I really doubt this platform but... Thank you, I’ll pass along that reference as a clue!

Harambe_Lives

11-26-2016, 06:24 PM #8

I really doubt this platform but... Thank you, I’ll pass along that reference as a clue!