Sega Saturn runs slow

Hi guys,

I purchased a Japanese Sega Saturn (HST-0004) off of eBay and all in all, it looks to be in great shape and in working order. However, the system runs far slower than it should. Games run at (what I assume to be) 2FPS. I have multiple games and they all suffer the same malady. Even the Saturn boot splash runs slower than it should.

This is the first Saturn I've owned, but I've watched many game videos on YouTube and the like in order to know that games should not be running at such a low FPS. The system has good air circulation, so I am unsure what the problem is.

Is this common, or do any of you have an idea of what the problem could be? Or is the Saturn trash?

Thanks much.

Well my saturn runs great.. erm.

It seems like it is trash to be honest, but im not sure

Is it modchipped?

Hi,

Thanks for the reply. No I don't believe it's modchipped, although I really wouldn't know how to check. It looks like it's in great shape though, not much wear and tear.

That's not to say that one of the components inside is damaged?? open it up and have a look?

Hi,

Will do shortly. I assumed most of the console would be fine if it works at all, but I'll tear it open shortly and make sure it's clean. Thanks for the idea.

Yeah, and if it is modchipped you will tell, because its probily celotaped to the inside (mine is, haha)

Maybe your Saturn len is not good ?

Hi guys,

I opened it up and nothing seemed out of the ordinary. I used some compressed air to make sure it is dust free, but am still having the same laggy problem.

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Originally Posted by JKKDARK

Maybe your Saturn len is not good ?

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I don't believe that could be the problem, because even the Sega Saturn boot splash screen lags, which doesn't require a CD at all.

Well maybe your mobo is just on its last legs.

Yeah............I think the actual system has just "conked" out after prolonged use or being put in a cold /hot cupboard for ages. Get a refund matey boy!.