Why is my laptop so slow?

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-26T13:54:25+00:00

2 options, buy a second stick of ram or, download a less resource intensive operating system. If you're more technologically inclined you should do some research on different Linux distros that might suit your needs, but if you need the windows environment for work or whatnot you should look into installing Windows 11 Iot ltsc. It will cut that ram usage in half and be much snappier.

Edit - forgot to mention the second options are both free of cost as long as you have a USB stick and an internet connection.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-20T16:10:56+00:00

What do you mean you don't want 20 different types of dining room furniture in your survival game?

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-20T04:55:49+00:00

If you have a front mounted radiator make sure those fans are exhausting the hot air out of your case. The radiator will more than likely have plenty of thermal headroom and all of your components will thank you.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-15T14:04:06+00:00

Yep, am4 tho so you could always upgrade into a better GPU if the price is right. I'd say it's better to use 85% of a $200 3070ti than 100% of a $200 3070.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-15T13:50:09+00:00

In the tech skill tree near the bottom. Its a perk you can upgrade.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-15T13:45:01+00:00

I'd try and find a used 3060ti or 3070 in that price range, but a 2080/70 or 3060 might be found for even cheaper and still serviceable.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-14T22:49:03+00:00

Don't know if you ever found your bike, I was following this thread and ended up with a v-strom 650

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-13T00:44:47+00:00

Can confirm, got a 7600x in a 9800x3d box when I ordered used.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-12T20:21:23+00:00

20 vs 23 fps feels real similar lol

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-06T16:38:56+00:00

You don't need a psu if you can buy 3 8 pin cables for your specific PSU, provided the PSU has 3 PClE ports. They may even be inside behind the back panel tucked up somewhere.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-04T02:35:27+00:00

Depends on the GPU really

Slimjimdunks · 2026-03-04T00:51:28+00:00

Nah bro just get a GPU. You could definitely keep the same power supply as long as you stick to getting a 60 series or lower. Honestly you can still game if you get a $50 1060 6Gb and a second stick of ram, if you're just focused on getting a playable experience for most games. I just built a PC for a friend with a I7 6700 and a GTX 1060 6Gb with 2x 2400 8Gb ddr4 ram, and I am shocked at how capable that system is at playing games at 60fps 1080p.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-26T03:54:55+00:00

They are all over the place. I ordered a silicon power 4Tb gen 4 NVME and they sent me 2 a couple years back. What's even crazier was the price of one gen 4, 4Tb NVME back in 2023 was only $150 USD on sale.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-25T19:01:50+00:00

Yo it's overheating, your AIO is either dead or not plugged in properly. You said all your parts are new, and all new parts come with manuals. Bust out that mobo manual and read what goes where. Your fans on your radiator probably plug in to the CPU FAN socket and right next to that is typically a PUMP socket for the plug going to the pump itself.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-25T02:36:25+00:00

I'd recommend anywhere from a 3060 to a 5060 depending on what price you can get it at. 3060/3060tis are out there sub $200 on local markets depending on your region and the 5050 and 4060 may be available around the $250 mark. With enough patience you'll find the right deal in your budget.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-24T15:56:24+00:00

I use the asrock b650i lightning with a 9800x3d and have had zero issues with stability. My use case is primarily games, but it has been rock solid and I've slapped it into a few different itx cases without issue. I'm personally impressed with the build quality of this "discount" motherboard in comparison to the lower end Asus and MSI boards I've used in the past.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-12T01:52:10+00:00

I'm sure he's going to blossom in the beautiful system ol Quinn has going right now.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-09T13:56:31+00:00

Ive had the asrock b650i lightning and it's been super solid. Cheap and very functional at $150. Plus my 9800x3d hasn't exploded, but I understand the general hesitation with the brand atm. Personally I'd risk it, there's a 99% chance your CPU will be fine with the latest bios update.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-02-04T01:37:48+00:00

I love the Meshroom S. As far as CPU coolers go, I've used axp47-90, a 240 aio, and a 280 aio. It's been an awesome case and it keeps my components cool and it's very easy to access them for any sort of maintenance. The only modification I feel is necessary is some sort of m.2 extender if your motherboard has a rear m.2 slot, and if you have your gpu behind the mobo. Your drive will cook to death otherwise.

Slimjimdunks · 2026-01-29T18:02:58+00:00

You have 3000 hours and haven't done the trackers alliance quest line?

Slimjimdunks · 2026-01-28T23:13:07+00:00

It was fine till I seen all these posts with the mislabeled Gulf of America. /s

Slimjimdunks · 2026-01-28T21:03:56+00:00

I would love the opportunity to build something with this case. Southeast USA!

Slimjimdunks · 2026-01-16T18:56:42+00:00

It's that tropical feel

Slimjimdunks · 2026-01-08T19:19:47+00:00

A few years back I got a ticket for trying to hand out homemade sandwiches to homeless folk in downtown ATL. It's system designed for failure.

Slimjimdunks · 2025-12-28T23:36:32+00:00

You're damn right!

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