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    Can my Laptop run Crysis 2?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by IndyRups, Aug 20, 2011.

  1. IndyRups

    IndyRups Newbie

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    Can My laptop run Crysis 2?

    CPU: i5 480m 2.66GHz
    GPU: ATI Mobility HD 5650 1GB dedicated
    RAM: 4GB DDR3
    Display (resolution): 1366x768

    When I installed Crysis 2 on the first day, it ran beautifully on 'GAMER' settings on resolution of 1366x768. Now the next day, there is lag on those exact same settings. Is something wrong?
     
    IndyRups, Aug 20, 2011
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    alexUW Notebook Virtuoso

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    Are you on a different level now? The more it has to redner the worse the lag.
     
    alexUW, Aug 20, 2011
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  3. IndyRups

    IndyRups Newbie

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    I tried multiple levels, and the lag persisted. It was working just fine a day ago...
     
    IndyRups, Aug 20, 2011
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  4. OmarAn

    OmarAn Notebook Geek

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    it's a mid ranged graphic card, so dont max out the settings, put them on medium
     
    OmarAn, Aug 20, 2011
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  5. godly_skillz

    godly_skillz Notebook Consultant

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    i can run advanced at 30 fps average with my 5650. make sure your powerplan is set to performance and not balanced or something.
     
    godly_skillz, Aug 20, 2011
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  6. Keith

    Keith Notebook Deity

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    Maybe check if PowerPlay is enabled and if so, disable it? Your GPU may be running at non 3D clocks.
     
    Keith, Aug 20, 2011
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  7. OmarAn

    OmarAn Notebook Geek

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    its true since the max performance will be at the "performance" battery setting!
     
    OmarAn, Aug 20, 2011
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  8. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    A few suggestions:
    - set the game to the lowest settings
    - disable Catalyst AI
    - make sure your drivers are updated
    - make sure that the laptop isn't overheating
     
    Bog, Aug 20, 2011
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  9. daveh98

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    I've noticed when you make certain adjustments in game that supposedly "don't require a reboot" they in fact do. You may have changed settings and upped things and thought it was fine when in fact it didn't occur until next reboot.
     
    daveh98, Aug 21, 2011
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