my laptop lags

Skizzlle

Estimable
Dec 27, 2014
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4,510
so my computer specs are:

Intel(R)Pentium(R) CPU B960 @ 2.20 GHz 2.20GHz
Ram:4.00 GB
64-bit
Intel HD Graphics
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My question is that why is this laptop is lagging with games
one of the games include:
Combat Arms
Minecraft
Counter Strike
Ace of spades
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Just did a fresh restart of the computer as(Factory settings)
if someone could tell me why its lagging during gameplay
that would be awesome!
PS.i always use the lowest settings and it still lags a lot.
!thanks! :)
 

Anurag Roy

Honorable
Aug 8, 2013
3
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10,510
Make sure graphics drivers (preferably latest) are installed.

Viruses could also be the reason. Check the CPU usage by opening task manager.

Also check the HDD usage. Some background process like a disk defragmenter or an manual antivirus scan could be using the HDD.
 

Skizzlle

Estimable
Dec 27, 2014
9
0
4,510

latest graphic drivers are installed.... :(

 

Skizzlle

Estimable
Dec 27, 2014
9
0
4,510


also i open my task manager while in game and the cpu is just half way and the ram is too so is there a way i can put it to go unlimited?
 

Anurag Roy

Honorable
Aug 8, 2013
3
0
10,510


Does the HDD LED always blink or is continuously on?
Also make sure you are not on "Power Saver" scheme.
 

Skizzlle

Estimable
Dec 27, 2014
9
0
4,510


i'd say 2-3 blinks per second. Is that normal?
 

Anurag Roy

Honorable
Aug 8, 2013
3
0
10,510


Yes, it is normal. Check power options and make sure it is not in "Power Saver" scheme.
 

Skizzlle

Estimable
Dec 27, 2014
9
0
4,510


i did but the game is still REALLY laggy. Should i be getting these problems with these specs or no?