The games get chopped up/skipping. Because I bought Need for speed, and when I start driving fast, the game play starts to get choppy, but the sound works fine. Do I need a graphics or video card??? Or both.List some that are under $50, Oh and I have the Gateway MX6124 laptop. Thanks so much!!!
2006-12-17 10:35:23 · 5 answers · asked by B-Rad 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
Now I know im stuck with the hardware, are there any programs(software) out there that could help me?
2006-12-17 22:48:38 · update #1
You need more RAM for your computer.
http://computer.howstuffworks.com/ram.htm
Then nothing will get choppy. Search ebay or something for RAM.
(You attach RAM to your computer's motherboard).
2006-12-17 10:37:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok i'm assuming your laptop is not for gaming. your laptop cannot upgrade video card, since everything is integrated. you need a better laptop or a better desktop that has a directx 9.0 video card with at least 128MB of memory. ex: geforce 7600 or better. and don't listen to those guys, i know what i'm talking about. the graphic card (video card) in the MX6124 laptop is made by Intel and it is not very good. you won't be able to play any 3D games without lagging. I also looked at the specs of the laptop. It is not for gaming. You should buy a good desktop computer if you want to play games.
2006-12-17 10:41:25 · answer #2 · answered by Patrick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI
Under 50 well you have to check ebay for that cause a video card for games they start at 100 up
2006-12-17 10:38:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be video card too slow, processor too slow, too much stuff running in the background, virus, or drivers. I would start with the easy ones and make sure you don't have virus problems, stop any unneccessary processes, and make sure you have the latest sound and video drivers for your hardware. Also, the game box should have a list of recommended minimum hardware, make sure your system at least matches that.
2006-12-17 11:14:10 · answer #4 · answered by Ken H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a goblin under your motherboard who is slowing the whole system down with his constant chewing. You need to pour water and sand in through the fan holes at the back to scare him out, then rinse the whole machine with bleach to get rid of his nasty goblin stench.
2006-12-17 10:41:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋