F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Notebooks I have a laptop from 2015, a Toshiba Tecra C50, and I'm looking to upgrade mainly the GPU.

I have a laptop from 2015, a Toshiba Tecra C50, and I'm looking to upgrade mainly the GPU.

I have a laptop from 2015, a Toshiba Tecra C50, and I'm looking to upgrade mainly the GPU.

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ArtQ_Q
Member
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11-20-2016, 10:44 PM
#1
Yes, it is possible to upgrade the GPU on your old PC for mid-heavy gaming.
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ArtQ_Q
11-20-2016, 10:44 PM #1

Yes, it is possible to upgrade the GPU on your old PC for mid-heavy gaming.

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langesaeter
Member
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11-21-2016, 06:09 AM
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You might consider using a miniPCIe adapter or M.2 slot if available on the motherboard, and connect an external GPU with its power supply. https://exp-gdc.blogspot.com/2015/12/exp...ernal.html Upgrade Toshiba Satellite C50-B I need assistance. I use this laptop for low-quality games but want to play higher-end titles. My current setup includes an Intel Core i34005u processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, and a built-in graphics card. Can I add another graphics card or upgrade the processor? forums.
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langesaeter
11-21-2016, 06:09 AM #2

You might consider using a miniPCIe adapter or M.2 slot if available on the motherboard, and connect an external GPU with its power supply. https://exp-gdc.blogspot.com/2015/12/exp...ernal.html Upgrade Toshiba Satellite C50-B I need assistance. I use this laptop for low-quality games but want to play higher-end titles. My current setup includes an Intel Core i34005u processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, and a built-in graphics card. Can I add another graphics card or upgrade the processor? forums.

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MineWorst
Junior Member
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11-21-2016, 06:31 AM
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I visited a computer repair shop earlier when seeking this particular approach, but they informed me it wasn't feasible.
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MineWorst
11-21-2016, 06:31 AM #3

I visited a computer repair shop earlier when seeking this particular approach, but they informed me it wasn't feasible.

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pedro_tkf
Senior Member
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11-21-2016, 03:07 PM
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Additionally, I upgraded the RAM and switched from an HDD to an SSD, but the performance gain was minimal—around 1 fps. Here are my specifications: Intel Core i5 4210U, 12 GB RAM (Samsung 8GB + 6GB Samsung 1600MHz), Intel HD Graphics 4400, and a 500 GB Kingstone SSD.
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pedro_tkf
11-21-2016, 03:07 PM #4

Additionally, I upgraded the RAM and switched from an HDD to an SSD, but the performance gain was minimal—around 1 fps. Here are my specifications: Intel Core i5 4210U, 12 GB RAM (Samsung 8GB + 6GB Samsung 1600MHz), Intel HD Graphics 4400, and a 500 GB Kingstone SSD.

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Bluedion
Junior Member
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11-21-2016, 03:48 PM
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This system has limitations due to its age. It may be worth planning for a more advanced setup.
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Bluedion
11-21-2016, 03:48 PM #5

This system has limitations due to its age. It may be worth planning for a more advanced setup.

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castielqueen
Member
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12-09-2016, 04:43 AM
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It's hard to locate quality items nearby, and they come with a high price tag!
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castielqueen
12-09-2016, 04:43 AM #6

It's hard to locate quality items nearby, and they come with a high price tag!

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augustb19907
Senior Member
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12-09-2016, 04:34 PM
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But if it's feasible, could I enhance its performance by overclocking?
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augustb19907
12-09-2016, 04:34 PM #7

But if it's feasible, could I enhance its performance by overclocking?

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NinuDK
Member
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12-27-2016, 05:29 AM
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They weren't intended for that use. The design doesn't support the extra heat from OCing. Apologies.
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NinuDK
12-27-2016, 05:29 AM #8

They weren't intended for that use. The design doesn't support the extra heat from OCing. Apologies.