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    Default Upgraded graphics card, reduced performance problem

    I just upgraded from a 128mb GeForce MX 4400 to a 512mb GeForce 8400 GS, put more memory in my computer, and it seems to run slower thatn before (the game that is). Everything ran smooth before, now whenever a unit moves it lags a lot, no matter what the settings are. Anybody got any advice?

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    download and install the latest Nvidia drivers first.

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    I did that, and it didn't help. I am very confused now, but I've heard that the 8 series doesn't work well on older TW games. Is this true for Rome also?

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    The 8 series works OK for RTW and M2:TW based mods - the only problem is for M:TW and Shogun.

    You need to run benchmark tests if you are going to compare cards. Use Fraps (www.fras.com) for a set custom battle and compare the frame rates.

    Has anything else changed on your PC other than the graphics card?

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    Default Re: Upgraded graphics card, reduced performance problem

    Besides putting more memory in it, no.

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    Okay, I don't think that it is the video card. I just installed a GeForce 6200 on it and I get the same results. Perhaps it is time for me to get a new processor? I have an AMD Sempron 3000, 2.0 Ghz. any suggestions on an upgrade?

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    Quote Originally Posted by coordinator0 View Post
    Okay, I don't think that it is the video card. I just installed a GeForce 6200 on it and I get the same results. Perhaps it is time for me to get a new processor? I have an AMD Sempron 3000, 2.0 Ghz. any suggestions on an upgrade?
    These type of questions are best directed at the Basement part of the forum (dare I say where the knowledable people hang out). It's more appropriate than this part.

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