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ComputerRepairBath

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardware upgrades improve laptop performance the most?

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Upgrade to an Solid State Drive

  • Replaces a slow hard disk drivve with much faster storage

  • Dramatically faster boot times (minutes to seconds)

  • Programs open almost instantly

  • Faster file transfers

  • Reduces freezing and lag

  • Types: 2.5” SATA SSD (older laptops), M.2 NVMe SSD (newer laptops)

 

Add More RAM

  • Improves performance when running multiple programs

  • Reduces freezing with many browser tabs open

  • 8GB – Good for everyday use

  • 16GB – Ideal for heavy multitasking or business use

  • 32GB – Best for professional creative work

 

Upgrade Both SSD + RAM 

  • Ideal for laptops with 4GB RAM and a mechanical HDD

  • Makes older machines feel significantly faster

  • One of the most cost-effective upgrade combinations

 

Additional Performance Improvements

  • Clean internal dust

  • Replace thermal paste

  • Perform a fresh operating system installation

  • Remove unnecessary startup programs

  • Upgrade the Wi-Fi card if connectivity is slow

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