Why Does Street Fighter IV Run Slowly On My PC?

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TeslaCharge

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Hello,

Excuse my ignorance and I apologize if this is the wrong section.
I just purchased SFIV (Street Fighter IV), installed and ran it. I attempted to play, but the game performed too slow for comfort. The main menu is fine, I was able to configure options with no problems. When I get to the character select screen, the game's performance drops severely.

The only other programs I have running are iTunes and Windows Live Messenger. I've tried playing without those two on and the game running by itself, the outcome was still the same.

Here are the requirements to run the game:
Here are the requirements for the game:

Minimum

OS: Windows XP

CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.0GHz or higher

RAM: 1 GB or higher

HDD: 10 GB of free space or more

Video Card: DirectX 9.0c/Shader3.0 or higher compatible, NVIDIA GeForce 6600 series, ATI Radeon(TM) X1600 or higher or higher, VRAM :256MB or higher

Sound: DirectSound compatible, DirectX 9.0c (or higher) compatible

Input Devices: Mouse, Keyboard

Maximum

OS: Windows Vista

CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or higher

RAM: 2 GB or higher

HDD: 10 GB of free space or more

Video Card: DirectX 9.0c/Shader3.0 or higher compatible, NVIDIA GeForce 8600 series or higher, ATI Radeon(TM) X 1900 or higher, VRAM :512MB or higher

Sound: DirectSound compatible, DirectX 9.0c (or higher) compatible

Input Devices: Gamepad - Xbox 360 Controller for Windows
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Here are my specs:
# Intel® Pentium® processor E5400
Features 2 processing cores, 800MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.7GHz processor speed.
# Intel® Pentium® processor
Features classic 2-way processing performance, letting you run multiple applications simultaneously, so you can browse, send instant messages, download music and transfer photos all at once.
# 6GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 16GB.
# Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; also supports DVD-RAM.
# 750GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
# Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500
Features up to 1759MB shared video memory for lush images. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV. High-definition audio support with 8-channel (7.1) capability.
# Digital media reader
Allows for easy transfer of data.
# 8 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity.
# Built-in 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
For flexible wired Web connectivity options.
# Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.

What's the problem? If I need to update my video card or something, can you suggest one for me? (I have no idea how that stuff works)
 
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those aren't your specs. we need your CPU, motherboard, RAM, HDD, Graphics card specifications. Use CPU-Z and GPU-Z to find them out.
 
Here's my product information:

# Intel® Pentium® processor E5400
Features 2 processing cores, 800MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.7GHz processor speed.
# Intel® Pentium® processor
Features classic 2-way processing performance, letting you run multiple applications simultaneously, so you can browse, send instant messages, download music and transfer photos all at once.
# 6GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 16GB.
# Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; also supports DVD-RAM.
# 750GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
# Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500
Features up to 1759MB shared video memory for lush images. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV. High-definition audio support with 8-channel (7.1) capability.
# Digital media reader
Allows for easy transfer of data.
# 8 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity.
# Built-in 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
For flexible wired Web connectivity options.
# Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
 
linkin93 said:
you have integrated graphics, which are horrible for games. the rest of your system is good. Does your motherboard have a PCI-E slot?

Once again use CPU-Z and GPU-Z to find out.

Also, does your power supply have a PCI-E 6pin cable?

here's a good card: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...4150462&cm_re=xfx_5770-_-14-150-462-_-Product
Click to expand...
I have absolutely no clue, man. I really do apologize for my lack of knowledge.

That G-Card is too expensive. But I take it until I upgrade my card, this is a lost cause?
 
you dont need a card THAT good, because then you would also need a new power supply. look for a 9600 gt. those are ok card, for a good price
 
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