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Loading Time / Slow-down in PvP Problem
 
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emiaee
02.20.2012 , 04:27 PM | #1
Hi, I've recently tried PvP in SWTOR and never have I thought that my loading screens were taking too long until i realized I'm missing requeues from Warzone's. Also the game drastically slows (low Framerate) in crowded areas and warzones, even on lowest graphic detail. Apart from that in highest graph the game runs smoothly while I'm questing etc.

My System currently has
4 gb RAM
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 (i know not good)
with GeForce GTX 580
Windows 7 32bit.

What do I need to improve, as I've checked I couldn't find any leaks in memory usage? Or do I need any urgent improvement in my hardware?

Please help, Thank you

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Joonbeams
02.20.2012 , 04:40 PM | #2
Honestly, your specs aren't bad. Yes, you could improve the processor but your GPU is outstanding. Your RAM (capped at 4gb by 32 bit OS) should be sufficient too. Your hard drive read speed can make a difference, but if you're 7,200 RPM or better (10K velociraptor or SSD), you should be okay too.

The one issue I think could be bogging you down (besides this game engine not yet being optimized) is cooling. If you don't have outstanding CPU cooling (and general cooling in the chassis), forget it. This game is pushing CPUs hard and heating up machines like no man's business. Depending on your budget (and if you built your machine yourself), you could buy a decent cooling tower for 50-60 bucks, and a CPU liquid cooling system for about $60-80ish. If this is laptop, invest in a laptop cooling pad.

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Kindajenin
02.21.2012 , 10:40 AM | #3 This is the last staff post in this thread.  
Quote: Originally Posted by emiaee View Post
Hi, I've recently tried PvP in SWTOR and never have I thought that my loading screens were taking too long until i realized I'm missing requeues from Warzone's. Also the game drastically slows (low Framerate) in crowded areas and warzones, even on lowest graphic detail. Apart from that in highest graph the game runs smoothly while I'm questing etc.

My System currently has
4 gb RAM
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 (i know not good)
with GeForce GTX 580
Windows 7 32bit.

What do I need to improve, as I've checked I couldn't find any leaks in memory usage? Or do I need any urgent improvement in my hardware?

Please help, Thank you
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