Consider improving your laptop performance by upgrading its components.

bosscdawg
Junior Member

11-15-2017, 10:04 AM

Hello everyone, I'm looking to upgrade my Lenovo IdeaPad 530s (AMD Ryzen 3 with Vega graphics). I need to know the highest possible improvements I can make. Current specs are: CPU - AMD Ryzen 3 2200U, GPU - AMD Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics, RAM - 4 GB (two slots, one empty), Storage - 124 GB SSD (based on YouTube info), and SATA/M.2 PCIe Wi-Fi - Qualcomm Atheros QCA9377. If I need anything else, I'll let you know. I'm hoping someone can assist me. Thanks, Edited May 23, 2020 by SMRYogesh

bosscdawg

11-15-2017, 10:04 AM #1

Gabi_69
Junior Member

11-15-2017, 06:58 PM

You wish to enhance the system's performance. Upgrades are limited to storage and RAM. I suggest adding over 4GB of RAM, ideally a 2x8GB configuration.

Gabi_69

11-15-2017, 06:58 PM #2

You wish to enhance the system's performance. Upgrades are limited to storage and RAM. I suggest adding over 4GB of RAM, ideally a 2x8GB configuration.

chiefjumbo
Member

183

11-21-2017, 07:17 PM

Check SDD availability and see if a GPU upgrade is possible.

chiefjumbo

11-21-2017, 07:17 PM #3

Check SDD availability and see if a GPU upgrade is possible.

SkillsThatKill
Junior Member

11-21-2017, 08:20 PM

Can't improve the CPU or GPU. Consider upgrading the SSD if desired. It's important to identify compatible drive types first.

SkillsThatKill

11-21-2017, 08:20 PM #4

Can't improve the CPU or GPU. Consider upgrading the SSD if desired. It's important to identify compatible drive types first.

PolluxLp
Junior Member

11-23-2017, 04:56 PM

That's clear—I've added all your details. Being more precise would really assist, particularly regarding the PC in question.

PolluxLp

11-23-2017, 04:56 PM #5

That's clear—I've added all your details. Being more precise would really assist, particularly regarding the PC in question.

Ricardo_
Junior Member

11-25-2017, 05:56 AM

The latest SSD model is the top-tier variant with enhanced speed and endurance. Here’s a selection highlighting its key features:

Ricardo_

11-25-2017, 05:56 AM #6

The latest SSD model is the top-tier variant with enhanced speed and endurance. Here’s a selection highlighting its key features:

Goddess_Kenzy
Member

165

11-25-2017, 07:34 AM

Do you want to confirm if SATA/M.2 PCIe is what you're looking for?

Goddess_Kenzy

11-25-2017, 07:34 AM #7

Do you want to confirm if SATA/M.2 PCIe is what you're looking for?

ckoneal16
Junior Member

11-26-2017, 04:26 AM

The current drive model is displayed in the task manager. It appears most M.2 drives should function properly.

ckoneal16

11-26-2017, 04:26 AM #8

The current drive model is displayed in the task manager. It appears most M.2 drives should function properly.

SashkoKit
Junior Member

11-26-2017, 07:24 AM

Visit the provided link to ensure compatibility with your setup. You can purchase from there or locate alternative RAM/SSD options matching the same specifications from other brands. Notice that 2.5” drives are listed, but there’s no confirmation they’re supported—opt for an M.2 drive instead.

SashkoKit

11-26-2017, 07:24 AM #9