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How much exactly does a processor affect gaming?

Discussion in 'Processors and Motherboards' started by ttgavenged, Feb 19, 2012.

  1. ttgavenged Newcomer, in training

    Hey fellow nerds, I have Black Ops for PC, runs decent. 25ishFPS at medium settings. Highest settings, about 15FPS. It's OK.

    MY SPECS:
    Quad core AMD A8-3800 (each is 2.4GHz, rated at 5.40GHz!)
    8GB DDR3 RAM
    1TB HDD
    Genuine Win 7 Home Premium
    AMD Radeon HD 6550D

    QUESTION! Now I can play something like GTA, on medium settings, and I get like 7-12FPS. For the love of god WHY! Is it JUST my processor, Is itJUST my Integrated graphics card, is it multiple things? What? I want to play GTA 5 when it comes out and enjoy a good 30FPS or more. But I have vodka taste, beer pockets. Please help, also I would love to NOT upgrade my processor!
    ttgavenged, Feb 19, 2012
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  2. Buckshot420 TechSpot Enthusiast

    You need a discreet GPU. You are going to probably need to replace your PSU as well. Do you know the brand/model and how many watts your current PSU is? I can't believe you are playing any game @ 7-15 FPS. Add a GTX 460 and you will be playing @ 60+ FPS on most games on medium and @ 35-40 on most high settings. FYI, integrated graphics are not intended for gaming. As far as processors, gpu and gaming go you will fall into one of two bottlenecking categories....You need to find the happy medium.
    Slow CPU and Fast GPU
    Fast CPU and Slow GPU
    Buckshot420, Feb 19, 2012
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  3. ttgavenged Newcomer, in training

    So it IS MY GPU!!! YYEEEAAA! Lol sorry, I'm just happy I don't have to spend $500 now. :)
    ttgavenged, Feb 19, 2012
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  4. Cerf Newcomer, in training

    You could spend $500 or even more for a massive video card... ;-)
    Cerf, Feb 19, 2012
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  5. LinkedKube TechSpot Project Baby

    Agreed, I've done this several times. lol.
    LinkedKube, Feb 19, 2012
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  6. captaincranky TechSpot Addict

    Now I'm in a quandary, I don't know whether to chastise both of you for being d***s, or ask for your autographs...:rolleyes:
    captaincranky, Feb 20, 2012
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  7. Marnomancer TechSpot Booster

    Marnomancer, Feb 20, 2012
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  8. captaincranky TechSpot Addict

    I don't think all the tweaks in the world will help an IGP run the games being discussed..

    I should add that he needn't spend $500.oo dollars for a decent add-in card either.

    The GT-460 upgrade was a good call. I'm not sure how many of them are still around though.

    I should probably do some "dry shopping" at Newegg to find out.

    Edit: This looks pretty worthwhile: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130752
    captaincranky, Feb 20, 2012
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  9. Marnomancer TechSpot Booster

    Not all work of course, but then, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. You always have to experiment.
    Marnomancer, Feb 20, 2012
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  10. LinkedKube TechSpot Project Baby

    I would expect you to chastise me, but anyway

    To the OP I'd definately recommend a gpu Upgrade. It will help you get closer to being satisfied.
    LinkedKube, Feb 20, 2012
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  11. Marnomancer TechSpot Booster

    Of course a good GPU is important, but a badly configured BIOS can ruin it all. Tune it up bro.
    Marnomancer, Feb 20, 2012
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