Resolved: Is anyone able to assist?
Resolved: Is anyone able to assist?
my pc always lags when i play a certain game
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, i made all certain possible choices to make my performance go fast but when i play the game it always freeze for like 2 or 3 seconds tops and it is really irritating, can any one help me?
This is my unit:
OS Name Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
System Manufacturer EMAXX TECHNOLOGY INC
System Model EMX-A70FM2+iCafe
System Type x64-based PC
Processor AMD A8-7650K Radeon R7, 10 Compute Cores 4C+6G, 3300 Mhz, 2 Core(s), 4 Logical Processor(s)
BIOS Version/Date American Megatrends Inc. 4.6.5, 4/13/2016
SMBIOS Version 2.8
Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 4.00 GB
Total Physical Memory 3.42 GB
Available Physical Memory 1.23 GB
Total Virtual Memory 8.55 GB
Available Virtual Memory 5.79 GB
Page File Space 5.13 GB
Page File C:\pagefile.sys
Replacing your graphics card would only provide benefits if your existing one is the limiting factor. If your processor or memory are currently causing performance issues, a newer graphics card won’t eliminate the delays; however, you will be able to enjoy more visually demanding settings while experiencing continued lag. My recommendation is to conserve funds for a comprehensive system overhaul, as transitioning to a Ryzen processor would be a significant and worthwhile investment given your current hardware’s age.
Let’s identify this problem. Is it happening in other games? It's likely that a single part of your system is being fully utilized during gameplay, leading to delays. Employ MSI Afterburner to observe how much your processor and graphics card are working, and check if your memory is reaching its limit while you play. The best approach here is either reducing the visual quality of the game if your graphics card or memory is near its maximum capacity, or improving your computer’s hardware.
I've adjusted all available performance settings to optimize my experience. I enjoy playing Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and GTA. However, I consistently encounter lag that lasts 2 to 3 seconds, followed by brief periods of smooth gameplay before the problem returns, often resulting in untimely deaths. The longest delays I've experienced are typically 5 to 8 seconds, sometimes accompanied by complete freezing.
Run the MSI installer following Afterburner, and configure it to display CPU, GPU, and RAM information. It's probably reaching a limit on one of those components while playing certain games.
With MSI Afterburner, check for signs of overheating or excessive CPU and RAM activity at 100%. Running GTA V – assuming you’re referring to GTA V – requires at least 4 GB of RAM, and if you're utilizing onboard graphics, the situation will undoubtedly deteriorate further.
Replacing your graphics card would only provide a benefit if your existing one is currently limiting your performance. If the bottleneck lies with your processor or memory at this moment, a faster graphics card won't eliminate lag—however, you’ll be able to enjoy smoother visuals at higher settings while the lagging persists. My recommendation is to conserve funds for a comprehensive upgrade, especially since you’re utilizing an older system; transitioning to Ryzen technology would represent a substantial and worthwhile investment.
Your system requires increased storage space. Attempting to operate any 64-bit program with only 4 gigabytes of RAM will likely result in poor performance.
Detailed specifications would be beneficial. It’s challenging to suggest a graphics card without knowing your current configuration or whether you currently possess one. The power supply’s specifications are also a vital piece of data. You may have malicious software or viruses causing further complications. Where did you acquire your version of Windows?