Games are running slow with new graphics card.

[desdonut]

Hello, I recently got a graphics card and I would assume that it would make my computer run faster but it's caused more problems. I get lag spikes in every game it's very annoying to play. I don't know if I should get another part or another PC.

Also, my computer randomly freezes for 3-7 minutes and crashes everything. It might be related to the graphics card because the error says NVidia graphics has stopped working and recovered.

Here are my specs -

Windows 7 Professional 64 bit (OS)
Intel Core Duo 2 E8500 @ 3.16Ghz, usually runs around 48-58 degrees Celsius (CPU)
16 GB Dual channel DDR3 @ 532 MHz (RAM
Dell Inc. 0C27VV (Motherboard)
S22E310 @ 60hz and main monitor Asus VG248Qe @ 144hz (Monitors)
2047MB NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 EVGA (Graphics)
931GB Western Digital WDC WD1002FBYS-05A6B0 ATO Device SATA (Storage)

Please. I just want a computer with no lag. I don't have much money, please. Thanks for any help.

 

[burgessanthony]

What games?

That is a VERY low end system for gaming, and I mean below entry level really. The 730 isn't a gaming GPU and the CPU is very outdated in 2017.

However, very basic games should be fine - so what are you having trouble with?

EDIT: We have all been there, I went for years using a Radeon 9200 (awful) and had to suffer. However, your best bet is to sell it to someone who wants a decent desktop for general use, then invest in a proper gaming rig for the level of game/budget you wantr.

 

[Sohom]

Return the graphics card and get an used 750ti, you will thank me later...

 

[burgessanthony]

^whilst a 750ti is decent. I would be cautious relying on that old cpu.

 

[desdonut]

What games?

That is a VERY low end system for gaming, and I mean below entry level really. The 730 isn't a gaming GPU and the CPU is very outdated in 2017.

However, very basic games should be fine - so what are you having trouble with?

EDIT: We have all been there, I went for years using a Radeon 9200 (awful) and had to suffer. However, your best bet is to sell it to someone who wants a decent desktop for general use, then invest in a proper gaming rig for the level of game/budget you wantr.

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I just play simple games like Minecraft, Geometry Dash, and CS:GO for fun with friends. I use a PS4 for more advanced games though. Also, any recommendations for a build around $500? (I'll probably sell the desktop now that you suggest it.)

 

[Sohom]

Here you go:
PCPartPicker part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/9yTMkT
Price breakdown by merchant: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/9yTMkT/by_merchant/

CPU: AMD - Ryzen 3 1200 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($108.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock - AB350M Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard ($59.99 @ Newegg)
Memory: G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2800 Memory ($73.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($39.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: EVGA - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB SC GAMING ACX 2.0 Video Card ($149.89 @ OutletPC)
Case: Raidmax - Vortex ATX Mid Tower Case ($22.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: SeaSonic - 520W 80+ Bronze Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply ($41.89 @ Newegg)
Total: $497.73
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-08-13 17:05 EDT-0400