FPS spikes low randomly - Need experienced advice!!

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bobbycatan

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Hello everyone! I'm new to the "building computers world" and came across this helpful website. I've been a computer gamer for many years and want to keep it that way.
I've been having some issues with my FPS in games such as counter-strike Global Offensive.

Here are my specs:
OS - Windows 7 HP 64bit
Motherboard - M3A770DE ( http://www.asrock.com/mb/amd/m3a770de/ )
GPU - GeForce GTX 750 TI
CPU - AMD Phenom II X2 555
PSU - 550w Antec
Memory - 8GB ( 4 2g sticks ) ADATA DDR3 1600MHz
Hard drive - 229GB ( Non SSD )
I use 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60Hz


The problem i'm running into is that in key moments in the game my frames will drop randomly ( Below 60 ) and cause disruption to my gameplay.
I thought it may be a CPU issue and was going to upgrade to a AMD Phenom II X4 965 because I have a older motherboard that will only take a AM3 CPU. The ram is very close to where the CPU will be placed and the 965 stock fan fits perfectly so there is no issue.

Before I go ahead with my purchase I was wondering if anyone that has knowledge of these type of issues would be able to give me some advice so that i'm not wasting money on something I do not need!

If anyone could be of help it would be much appreciated!
If you need any other information about my computer I will be glad to post it here upon request.
 
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AnthonyStew
As far as the best AMD CPUs on the market, I'd go with the new AMD FX 8350 Vishera 4.0ghz Eight-core Processor. It can out perform the i5 and i7 on most games (Will need overclock to outperform i7). If you don't think you need the eight-cores, go with the AMD FX 6300 which is also an amazing CPU.
I think these are both AMD3+ and will require the AMD3+ Socket. Also make sure the motherboard supports the AMD FX series chips.

If you need a motherboard upgrade, this is my mobo and can sustain Overclocks and works with all the new chips except for the new 9590s: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128514

I just purchased this mobo and the amd 8350, it was well worth my money. I highly recommend them both. Good luck
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A few things to do:
1: Disable Vsync in CSGO, if it has Vsync. This will cause your pc to try to maintain a steady fps instead of reaching max potential.
2: Make sure your drivers are up to date
3: Your CPU could be "bottlenecking" your GPU because CSGO is a single-threaded game. Thus meaning, CPUs that are better at single-threaded processes (Intel) will work better than multi-threaded processors (AMD). Your CPU has a lower rating and worse specs than an intel i3 which a low end intel CPU. You honestly shouldn't get anymore than 60fps on that game with your build.
 
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bobbycatan

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I have done both of these. I set graphics to performance and have tweaked the csgo properties to match my CPU.
I set max fps to 300 in loading screen and 120 for ingame because it usually wont go above that.
I have no problem playing above 60 FPS for a majority of the time but the game will drop frames very quickly for a short period of time ( about 1 - 5 seconds ). I was thinking that it was my CPU being way outdated and not able to handle the game but I just wanted to get some other opinions before I went out and bought a new one.

Unfortunately my motherboard is AMD and wont accept a INTEL processor so I have to go with an AMD one - On a budget.
I've done some research on some processors but I dont hearing out any recommendations from the community.

 
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The frame stutter and drop has to be coming from your CPU. The frame rate you are getting is pretty average for that build, a stronger cpu such as an intel i5 to go with your 750 ti would be amazing.
 
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Its sort of a budget build at the moment and I wont be able to upgrade to a intel motherboard anytime soon. I have researched some CPUs by AMD that out preform and are more up to date than my current one. Do you have any recommendations on any CPUs ( AMD3 ) or about what I should be looking for when buying a CPU that is good for my situation?
 
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As far as the best AMD CPUs on the market, I'd go with the new AMD FX 8350 Vishera 4.0ghz Eight-core Processor. It can out perform the i5 and i7 on most games (Will need overclock to outperform i7). If you don't think you need the eight-cores, go with the AMD FX 6300 which is also an amazing CPU.
I think these are both AMD3+ and will require the AMD3+ Socket. Also make sure the motherboard supports the AMD FX series chips.

If you need a motherboard upgrade, this is my mobo and can sustain Overclocks and works with all the new chips except for the new 9590s: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128514

I just purchased this mobo and the amd 8350, it was well worth my money. I highly recommend them both. Good luck
 
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