[SOLVED] monitor started flickering after using a new VGA cable

[DanyalAbdi]

so my old VGA cable died after a couple of years of using it, it started showing just blue or just green when connected so I bought another VGA cable. Even though it worked my monitor started flickering, I know its not the monitor because when its not connected to anything the popup that tells me the compatible resolution thingy doesn't flicker at all. is there a way to fix the VGA cable or do I just buy a new one ? and if I buy a new one how should I know it doesn't have the same problem(if there is a way to know). Thanks.

I don't think its a GPU driver thing since i made sure it has the latest driver installed

I cant use an HDMI cable because my monitor doesn't support it

my GPU : gt420
my Monitor : SAMSUNG S19D300

 

[geofelt]

Have you securely tightened the connection screws??

 

[DanyalAbdi]

Have you securely tightened the connection screws??

I have tried that, I have tried not screwing them at all too. still flickers

 

[chris_crown_22]

One possible cause is that the new VGA cable is faulty. It's possible that the cable is not transmitting a stable signal to your monitor, which can cause flickering. In this case, you may want to try a different VGA cable to see if that resolves the issue.

Another possible cause is that the new VGA cable is not compatible with your GPU. It's possible that the cable is not able to transmit the correct signal to your GPU, which can cause flickering. In this case, you may want to try a different VGA cable that is specifically designed to work with your GPU.

It's also possible that the problem is with the GPU driver. Make sure you have the latest driver for your GPU installed.

In any case, if the flickering persists, you might consider buying a new VGA cable from a reputable brand, and make sure it's compatible with your GPU.