9600 GT on a prebuilt PC

Dajesse · 03-25-2009, 02:50 PM

Purchased Pre-Built Fujitsu siemens deskpot PC few months ago, heres some specs :

Geforce 9600 GT 512mb
3gb RAM DDR2
Intel core 2 @ q6600 2,4 ghz (Quad)
Windows Vista Sp1 originally but switched to XP pro (x32)
Ask if ya need more detailed specs

So, Recently purchased Mirrors edge and noticed that im running very low FPS rate combining to other people using 9600 GT on, Eg. Youtube ,with dual core processor(maxed settings of course). That guy had like 60 FPS with fraps. Also, one of my mates has slower card and processor, but hes still running every game smoother than my machine, no overclocking or anything, his comp just wasnt pre built. Im really worried about this since with those computer specs i think i should be able to run mostly every game maxed. Since the processor power is quite huge, Im assuming the problem is releated to my graphics card. Also theres many Games i were assuming i could run maxed with decent fps, but quite dissapointed. Is there a problem or something or am i just overlookin my graphics card? Assassins creed runs maxed quite fine btw and fallout 3, but some MMO's and games like Mirrors edge are not running aswell as they should from what ive seen of other comps with 9600 GT , Like the chronicles of spellborn which is made via Unreal 3 engine, Gives me very bad FPS with all settings maxed. Well enough blahblah , help me~!

do i need bios optimization, or what? lol just throwing something
But i know it should be able to do betta performance, Thats why posting here. Dunno if its even a valid problem but for me, it is.

Dajesse · 03-25-2009, 04:38 PM

3DMark total Score
11158
SM 2.0 Score
4630
SM 3.0 Score
4566
CPU Score
3827

Bad for ma specs?

Dajesse · 03-26-2009, 07:15 AM

Please ,answers? is this normal for 9600 GT; For example cant run some of unreal engine 3 games maxed smoothly

~~connor-53~~ · 03-26-2009, 01:44 PM

Is this a PCI or PCI-e?

Dajesse · 03-26-2009, 01:47 PM

Umm..Really havent checked that out, and you might know from where to check it? Anyways i think ive seen from somewhere that it is PCI-E not sure, but probably that

~~connor-53~~ · 03-26-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dajesse

Umm..Really havent checked that out, and you might know from where to check it? Anyways i think ive seen from somewhere that it is PCI-E not sure, but probably that

By looking at it

PCI-E example: http://computermonger.com/wp-content...Video_Card.jpg

PCI Example: http://computer-reviews.net/files/eV...deo%20Card.jpg

PCI-E is better quality than PCI. If its PCI, don't get it.

**grimx133** · 03-26-2009, 08:00 PM

Which version of 3dMark?

I use 3dMark06 and get a little over 14000 with my E8500 cpu overclocked to 4Ghz and my 9800GT overclocked as much as I can and not artifact out.

**emosun** · 03-27-2009, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by connor-53

Is this a PCI or PCI-e?

The 9600 only comes in pci.

What power supply is in the system (make and model) , For a 9600 you'll need a decent 500w. Also make sure the system isn't to hot and that there are no other cpu intensive tasks running.

~~connor-53~~ · 03-27-2009, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by emosun

The 9600 only comes in pci.

What power supply is in the system (make and model) , For a 9600 you'll need a decent 500w. Also make sure the system isn't to hot and that there are no other cpu intensive tasks running.

ouch that card will be choking then, I would reconsider if I was buying it. Try an get a PCI-e card, you will notice a HUGE difference in performance.

**emosun** · 03-27-2009, 04:35 AM

Geez , I'm the king of typo's.

The 9600 only comes in pci-e.

Dajesse · 03-27-2009, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emosun

Geez , I'm the king of typo's.

The 9600 only comes in pci-e.

Yeah XD

And im using 3dmark06 basic

Dajesse · 03-27-2009, 01:44 PM

And hey, Im pretty sure its the PSU, Since ive heard that Pre built pcs often have bad one, And just second ago Mirrors edge caused the whole comp to freeze, Happened before , and more often till i changed to XP, But still happens sometimes...So , which PSU i should purchase? Budget and quality please :P

~~connor-53~~ · 03-27-2009, 02:04 PM

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...609&CatId=2533

Right there ^ Cheap and best one you can get at that wattage, will server you will for future upgrades also.

Dajesse · 03-27-2009, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by connor-53

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...609&CatId=2533

Right there ^ Cheap and best one you can get at that wattage, will server you will for future upgrades also.

Great :) You might know any program to check whats my PSU , Too lazy to open the case atm. >P

~~connor-53~~ · 03-27-2009, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dajesse

Great :) You might know any program to check whats my PSU , Too lazy to open the case atm. >P

There aren't any to my knowledge.

~~connor-53~~ · 03-27-2009, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emosun

Geez , I'm the king of typo's.

The 9600 only comes in pci-e.

cna i eb yuor qeunu? oll

Dajesse · 05-14-2009, 06:01 AM

Im afraid to bring this old topic back to life, but ay, 400watt psu really should be enough for my specs (Thats mine) The pc is pre built so i assume this is still very strangee

**grimx133** · 05-14-2009, 08:13 AM

The 9600GT takes a 6 pin pci-e connector from the power supply, does your stock psu have one of those? And, if so, is it connected to the card?
I would not run that card with the stock psu from an OEM pc manufacturer. Ever. Get a 550watt Corsair, that'll run it fine. I stuck Mirror's Edge on my parents pc, since I'm there on vacation. With an 8600GT and a 600w. OCZ psu, there's no lag at the highest settings.

123456iambelial · 05-14-2009, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dajesse

Im afraid to bring this old topic back to life, but ay, 400watt psu really should be enough for my specs (Thats mine) The pc is pre built so i assume this is still very strangee

Did you uninstall your display driver in a proper way?
Do you have the latest Nvidia driver installed?
Are you aware that the game Mirror Edge support PhysX?

PhysX game will make your fps drops because of your card calculating physX and at the same time it renders the graphics.

Dajesse · 05-20-2009, 03:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 123456iambelial

Did you uninstall your display driver in a proper way?
Do you have the latest Nvidia driver installed?
Are you aware that the game Mirror Edge support PhysX?

PhysX game will make your fps drops because of your card calculating physX and at the same time it renders the graphics.

Man are you serious, I have to reinstall my display driver everytime before installing new. lol? maybe thats my problem

03-25-2009, 02:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Performance issue Purchased Pre-Built Fujitsu siemens deskpot PC few months ago, heres some specs : Geforce 9600 GT 512mb 3gb RAM DDR2 Intel core 2 @ q6600 2,4 ghz (Quad) Windows Vista Sp1 originally but switched to XP pro (x32) Ask if ya need more detailed specs So, Recently purchased Mirrors edge and noticed that im running very low FPS rate combining to other people using 9600 GT on, Eg. Youtube ,with dual core processor(maxed settings of course). That guy had like 60 FPS with fraps. Also, one of my mates has slower card and processor, but hes still running every game smoother than my machine, no overclocking or anything, his comp just wasnt pre built. Im really worried about this since with those computer specs i think i should be able to run mostly every game maxed. Since the processor power is quite huge, Im assuming the problem is releated to my graphics card. Also theres many Games i were assuming i could run maxed with decent fps, but quite dissapointed. Is there a problem or something or am i just overlookin my graphics card? Assassins creed runs maxed quite fine btw and fallout 3, but some MMO's and games like Mirrors edge are not running aswell as they should from what ive seen of other comps with 9600 GT , Like the chronicles of spellborn which is made via Unreal 3 engine, Gives me very bad FPS with all settings maxed. Well enough blahblah , help me~! do i need bios optimization, or what? lol just throwing something But i know it should be able to do betta performance, Thats why posting here. Dunno if its even a valid problem but for me, it is. Last edited by Dajesse; 03-25-2009 at 03:13 PM.

03-25-2009, 04:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Re: Performance issue 3DMark total Score 11158 SM 2.0 Score 4630 SM 3.0 Score 4566 CPU Score 3827 Bad for ma specs?

03-26-2009, 07:15 AM	#3 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Please ,answers? is this normal for 9600 GT; For example cant run some of unreal engine 3 games maxed smoothly

03-26-2009, 01:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
~~connor-53~~ Troubled Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York Posts: 525 OS: Vista Home Prem. 64 bit My System	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Is this a PCI or PCI-e?

03-26-2009, 01:47 PM	#5 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Umm..Really havent checked that out, and you might know from where to check it? Anyways i think ive seen from somewhere that it is PCI-E not sure, but probably that

03-26-2009, 08:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
grimx133 Mentor Hardware Team Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada eh Posts: 3,176 OS: xp mce sp2, xp pro sp2, windows 7 beta My System	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Which version of 3dMark? I use 3dMark06 and get a little over 14000 with my E8500 cpu overclocked to 4Ghz and my 9800GT overclocked as much as I can and not artifact out. __________________

03-27-2009, 04:35 AM	#10 (permalink)
emosun Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: usa Posts: 7,096 OS: xp pro sp2 My System	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Geez , I'm the king of typo's. The 9600 only comes in pci-e. __________________ Gpu Benchmarks Cpu-Z Power supply information and selection Gpu-Z Video card quick list

03-27-2009, 01:44 PM	#12 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC And hey, Im pretty sure its the PSU, Since ive heard that Pre built pcs often have bad one, And just second ago Mirrors edge caused the whole comp to freeze, Happened before , and more often till i changed to XP, But still happens sometimes...So , which PSU i should purchase? Budget and quality please :P

03-27-2009, 02:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
~~connor-53~~ Troubled Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York Posts: 525 OS: Vista Home Prem. 64 bit My System	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...609&CatId=2533 Right there ^ Cheap and best one you can get at that wattage, will server you will for future upgrades also.

05-14-2009, 06:01 AM	#17 (permalink)
Dajesse Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP Professional Edition Service Pack 3	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC Im afraid to bring this old topic back to life, but ay, 400watt psu really should be enough for my specs (Thats mine) The pc is pre built so i assume this is still very strangee

05-14-2009, 08:13 AM	#18 (permalink)
grimx133 Mentor Hardware Team Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada eh Posts: 3,176 OS: xp mce sp2, xp pro sp2, windows 7 beta My System	Re: 9600 GT on a prebuilt PC The 9600GT takes a 6 pin pci-e connector from the power supply, does your stock psu have one of those? And, if so, is it connected to the card? I would not run that card with the stock psu from an OEM pc manufacturer. Ever. Get a 550watt Corsair, that'll run it fine. I stuck Mirror's Edge on my parents pc, since I'm there on vacation. With an 8600GT and a 600w. OCZ psu, there's no lag at the highest settings. __________________