Intel Pentium G3258 & GTX 960 (MSI)

[samkarlleswisse]

Hey Guys
My friend recently bought a gaming computer from DinoPC, It has an Intel Pentium G3258 (Non Overclocked) along with a 4GB GTX 960 (MSI)
Here's a screenshot of his specs: https://imgur.com/a/6VnEY
When he plays games like Overwatch or Destiny 2 he's barely getting 30 fps on the lowest settings. The PC has 4 Air Series AF120 LED Purple Quiet Edition High Airflow 120mm Fans yet the temperature is high and the load is nearly at max, if you could help me figure out what's wrong with it that'd be amazing.
Thanks.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

That is not a gaming computer , a dual core CPU with a GTX960 , doesn't fall under the Gaming Category.

A Good web browsing pc , that's about it.

 

[samkarlleswisse]

That is not a gaming computer , a dual core CPU with a GTX960 , doesn't fall under the Gaming Category.

A Good web browsing pc , that's about it.

Would you say the CPU is the problem then? He was looking to upgrade to the Intel i5 4690k would you say that's a good pick or a bit outdated?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

You don't need a K unlocked CPU.

 

[samkarlleswisse]

You don't need a K unlocked CPU.

Alright, so just the normal i5 4690 would be good for it then?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Yes that would be a good fit , if your friend wants to overclock in the future and get better cooling for it , The Z board can run and OC a K CPU. If not get the standard locked 4690.

 

[samkarlleswisse]

Yes that would be a good fit , if your friend wants to overclock in the future and get better cooling for it , The Z board can run and OC a K CPU. If not get the standard locked 4690.

Thanks SR-71 Blackbird, I'll relay your solution back to him and he'll sort everything out, thanks for responding so fast you've been a great help.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

With a proper CPU running in it, results will be much better , the dual core is a big bottleneck.