Sometimes flickering when playing low to medium games

pc flickers with some games, tried another monitor still flickered, pc only has integrated graphics.
Would changing power box to higher level and putting in a video card help?

Hello @gary2165,
I have read your post on how your desktop's display screen flickers with some games, and I would be happy to help you!
Since you mentioned that this issue occurs on multiple displays, I recommend following the steps in this document on Display Quality Issues. This should help to refresh the resolution, as well as updating any applicable graphics card drivers.
If the flickering continues, you may need to upgrade your graphics card to use the monitor.
Please re-post with the results of your troubleshooting, and I look forward to your reply!
Regards
MechPilot
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